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The Resilient Mind
by Natalie Bowler
Exploring complex trauma and dissociative disorders from a professional viewpoint.
Episodes
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Trauma and Men with Adam Breister
In this episode, Natalie interviews Adam Breister, LPC-MHSP. Adam is a licensed professional counselor based in Nashville and Franklin, TN. Topics discussed range from the importance of self-compassion to why men might be hesitant to begin attending therapy in the first place.
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Grief and Acceptance
In today's episode, Natalie speaks on the grief and acceptance that often accompanies the healing journey.
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How To Best Support Trauma Survivors
In this episode, we discuss different ways in which you can support friends and loved ones who are trauma survivors. Topics include how to listen, educate yourself, and validate trauma survivors, the importance of understanding triggers and paying attention to body language, knowing when to give...
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The Power of Routine
In this episode, Natalie and Sam discuss the importance of having a routine to start and end your day. They share some of the routines they've implemented themselves, as well as some ideas on how trauma survivors can think about their daily routines, and how you can implement routine throughout…
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A Brief Discussion of Chronic Shame
In this episode, Natalie speaks on chronic shame and some of the ways in which it can come up in our lives. Kathy Steele: https://www.kathy-steele.com
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Trauma In Children with Miranda Pool
In this episode, Natalie interviews Miranda Pool, LPC-MHSP (temp). Topics include trauma in children: signs and symptoms, how to reframe difficult behavior, and how Miranda treats children with trauma. Calm-A-Llama Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/945661
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Karpman's Triangle - Part II
In this episode, Natalie expands on last week's topic of Karpman's Triangle. This week, we discuss the ways in which this system can play out within a person's own internal system.
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Karpman's Triangle
In this episode, we discuss the concept of "Karpman's Triangle," an idea developed by Stephen B. Karpman. Links: - Treating Complex Trauma and Dissociation by Lynette S. Danylchuk and Kevin J. Connors:...
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Connecting Parts
In this episode, Natalie discusses the relationships between different parts of self.
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Commitment
In this episode, we discuss the importance of commitment, both in and out of the therapy process.
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Encouragement and Some Resources
This week, in solidarity with the black community, we share some resources we think are worth listening to/reading. - On Being with Krista Tippett: https://onbeing.org/programs/resmaa-menakem-notice-the-rage-notice-the-silence/ - The Secret to Success with Eric Thomas:...
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Black Lives Matter
This week, we simply wanted to express our solidarity with people of color in America. - George Floyd Memorial Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd - Justice for George Floyd Petition: https://www.change.org/p/mayor-jacob-frey-justice-for-george-floyd - Donate to Black Lives Matter:...
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What's the Role of the Therapist?
In this episode, we discuss the roll of the therapist. Particularly, Natalie talks about expectations of both therapists and clients, and the importance of understanding the roll each plays in the healing process.
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Past vs. Present
In this episode, Natalie discusses the importance of separating the past from the present, particularly in the context of present-day triggers. She shares some helpful tips on how to recognize when you are responding to situations in a reactive way that is rooted in your past difficulties.
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Natalie on Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID)
In this episode, Sam interviews Natalie about Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID). Particularly, Natalie discusses how she became interested in working with DID, what makes working with DID unique, and some of the challenges people with DID can face when trying to find a professional to assist...
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Resiliency
In this episode, Natalie discusses what it means to be resilient. She affirms that resiliency is not just an attribute one is born with, but one that can be learned as well. Everyone has resiliency factors, and Natalie shares some steps you can take to grow and develop your resiliencies. Links: -...
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Somatic Therapies
In this episode, Natalie discusses several different types of body-based therapies that help trauma survivors to feel more safe in their bodies. Additionally, she talks about how somatic therapies can help you to befriend your body. She specifically talks about sensorimotor psychotherapy, which…
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The Healing Power of Music
In this episode, Natalie Bowler interviews her husband, Sam, about the healing power of music.
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Medical Professionals, Secondary Trauma, and COVID-19 with Danielle Ryder
In today's episode, we are joined by Danielle Ryder. Danielle is a licensed professional counselor in Nashville, TN. She discusses some of the challenges that medical professionals and first responders are currently facing, including secondary or vicarious trauma. To access the pandemic plan...
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Telehealth
In this episode, we discuss telehealth. In particular, Natalie explains some of the challenges that remote therapy presents to both clients and therapists. She shares some helpful tips on how to navigate doing therapy remotely and how to walk through some of the triggers that telehealth can…
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Coronavirus - Varying Responses to a Collective Trauma
In today's episode, Natalie walks through some of the different responses people are having to the coronavirus pandemic and everything that comes along with it. Natalie shared a quote from Annie Wright in the episode. You can find more info about Annie and the work she does here: website here:...
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The Coronavirus Pandemic - How To Cope
In today's episode, we discuss the many fears, anxieties, and uncertainties we are all facing amidst the coronavirus pandemic. Natalie reminds us that we are not alone in this crisis, and that we will, eventually, get through this together.
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Containment
In today’s episode, Natalie defines containment, explains its importance, and gives a few examples of how to use it.
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High Functioning With Trauma
In today's episode, Natalie discusses what trauma looks like for people who are high-functioning and "successful," yet have a complex trauma history. She explains how trauma doesn't always look the same for everybody. After describing some of the struggles that these individuals may face, Natalie...
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Avoidance
In this episode, we discuss avoidance. In particular, Natalie explains how avoidance of pain, trauma, emotions, among other things, can impact the healing process. She shares some practical advice on how to handle avoidance when it comes up. We also discuss the importance of self compassion when...
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You Are Not Broken
In this episode, we discuss the all too common idea that people are "broken." Natalie explains the difference between guilt and shame. She also defines chronic shame and explains how it can affect trauma survivors. We discuss some of the seemingly unhealthy or dysfunctional ways in which…
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You Are Not Alone
In this episode, Natalie gives advice on how to navigate the feelings of loneliness that are often experienced during the healing process. She also shares some tips on how to validate and support others in the healing process, as well as how to build a support group through individual therapy,...
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Pacing
In this episode, Natalie explains the concept of "pacing" in the therapy process. She discusses how each person has a unique healing process and there is no "right way" or "right amount of time" for therapy to take place. Natalie also emphasizes the importance of being patient with one's self in...
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The Resilient Mind
In this episode, Sam Bowler interviews Natalie Bowler about why she is doing this podcast. It touches on how and why Natalie got into the field of trauma and dissociation. It focuses on an introduction to trauma and dissociation. Sam asks Natalie why she has started this podcast and why the name,...
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Exploring complex trauma and dissociative disorders from a professional viewpoint.
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The Resilient Mind is created and hosted by Natalie Bowler.
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