Trauma Talks : With Russ Tellup

When love feels like walking on eggshells, your body is telling the truth your mind keeps negotiating with. I sit down to unpack codependency as a nervous system strategy—how self-abandonment becomes the price of connection, why calm feels suspicious after chaos, and the subtle ways we confuse intensity with intimacy. Drawing from my own story and years of somatic work, I trace the developmental roots of codependency in inconsistent caregiving, emotional immaturity, and the “be tough, don’t feel” messages many of us, especially men, were taught.We get practical and compassionate. Through a polyvagal lens, I explain why hypervigilance and shutdown narrow access to safety and presence, and how that state pairs so neatly with narcissistic partners who bring certainty and intensity. You’ll hear how intermittent reinforcement, love bombing, withholding, blame shifting, and gaslighting create drama bonds that hook the nervous system—not the heart. Then we pivot to healing: grounding with feet on the floor, longer exhales, hands over heart and belly, and tracking the real-time sensations that signal when you’re bracing. We talk about naming needs without apologizing, practicing receiving without earning it, and using boundaries as information that reveals who can meet you where you are.If you’ve ever asked, “Why do I lose myself to keep the peace?” this conversation offers language, tools, and relief. You don’t heal by caring less; you heal by including yourself in the care. Subscribe for more trauma-informed, somatic insights, share this with someone who’s been mistaking intensity for love, and leave a review with the boundary you’re committing to this week.

A simple sentence—“you are enough exactly as you are”—can set off a storm in the body. Shoulders tighten, thoughts race, or everything goes numb. We walk through why that happens and how to work with it, not against it, by understanding trauma responses as protective strategies your nervous system learned to survive. Instead of blaming yourself for procrastinating, dissociating, or snapping, you’ll learn to see those moves as parts doing their best: managers that push and perfect, firefighters that douse pain with intensity or distraction, and exiles that carry old fear and shame.I share a personal story of early injury that shaped years of dissociation and mislabels, then unpack how Internal Family Systems helps us meet protectors with compassion. We explore the biology behind cortisol, adrenaline, and hypervigilance, and why the brain prioritizes survival over happiness. You’ll hear clear prompts to map your own parts: what they protect you from, when they learned their jobs, and what they fear would happen if they stopped for even a minute. This isn’t about thinking your way out; it’s about feeling your way through with informed, steady attention.Stay with me for a step-by-step guided visualization you can use anytime you’re triggered. We imagine the protector that appears when you hear “you are enough,” thank it for years of service, update it on your current capacity, and invite it to rest in a place that feels safe. We also tackle common self-sabotaging “I” statements—like “I should be further along” and “I shouldn’t need help”—and show how shifting language softens the system. By the end, you’ll have a practical, repeatable tool to reduce reactivity, increase choice, and rebuild a baseline of safety from the inside out.If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs gentleness today, and leave a review with one insight you’re taking forward—what part are you ready to thank?

Holiday noise can feel like pressure when your body is begging for quiet. We open up about why a low-key New Year can be the bravest choice after a toxic or narcissistically abusive relationship, and how choosing safety over spectacle is not only valid—it’s smart nervous system care. If crowds feel risky, there’s nothing wrong with spending the night with a journal, a puzzle, and a warm mug while your breath slowly evens out.We dig into the difference between true rest and dissociation, then share simple anchors that keep you present at home: coloring, sketching, and five-minute free-writes that pull you out of rumination. You’ll also get a straightforward 30-day gratitude routine—one honest line a day—that trains your attention to notice small wins, builds a positive bias, and restores trust in your own perceptions after gaslighting and hypervigilance.Looking ahead, we announce the Mental Well-Being Club, an in-person community built for connection and recovery. Expect theme-based meetings like men’s mental health, parenting, and women’s mental health, with plans to stream sessions for those who can’t attend. We share details on the first meetup, why face-to-face support speeds healing, and how somatic coaching, brainspotting, and hypnotherapy can deepen the work. If you’ve been waiting for a practical way to start fresh, this conversation offers tools you can use tonight and a community to grow with in the months ahead.Subscribe for more grounded insights, share this with someone who needs a gentle New Year, and leave a review to help others find the show. Ready to try the one-line-a-day gratitude practice and join us at the first club meeting?

Healing can feel abstract—until your hands start moving. We sit down with Kevin to unpack Toss Catch Heal, a movement-based approach that uses juggling, rhythm, and bilateral patterns to calm the nervous system, lower rumination, and rebuild confidence after grief and stress. This isn’t about flashy tricks; it’s about accessible, step-by-step exercises that teach presence, normalize safe failure, and help your body discharge stored tension.Kevin shares how scarves create immediate flow without overwhelm, why the beanbag “Drop Zone” reframes mistakes as data, and how the classic cascade pattern becomes a moving meditation. Along the way, we explore the physiology of stress: fascia tightens, posture collapses, and inflammation rises when cortisol floods your system. Gentle, rhythmic motion starts to melt that “shell of stress,” improves gait and breath, and signals safety back to the brain. Expect practical insights on dopamine and small wins, strategies to interrupt mental loops, and a clear blueprint to build a practice you can keep on tough days.We also touch on Focused on Motion, a sister track for creativity and peak performance once emotional homeostasis returns. Whether you’re processing loss, navigating anxiety, or just need a grounded daily ritual, these tools meet you where you are and scale with your capacity. Want to try it? Start with a scarf or tissue for five minutes, notice your breath slow, and let the rhythm do the work.If this conversation resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who could use a gentler path to regulation, and leave a review so more people can find these tools. Your story might be the spark someone else needs—what small practice will you begin today?

What if the “spark” you crave isn’t love at all, but your nervous system chasing relief after chaos? We break down the narcissistic abuse cycle step by step—love bombing, devaluation, discard, and hoovering—and connect each stage to what’s happening inside your body. The result is a clear path out of confusion: you’re not attached to the person; you’re attached to the internal state they temporarily create.I share how intermittent reinforcement rewires your brain to seek tiny rewards and call it connection, why goalpost-shifting erodes self-worth, and how apologies without accountability keep the loop alive. We dig into the physiology of hypervigilance, the chemical highs of cortisol and adrenaline, and the false equation of intensity with safety. Then we pivot to practical healing: stabilizing your nervous system, relearning what safety feels like, and replacing drama with presence using simple somatic tools.You’ll also hear how grief fits into recovery—mourning the fantasy of who you hoped they were, not just the relationship itself. I offer concrete steps to navigate the collapse phase after leaving, build boundaries that stick, and rebuild a life where calm becomes your default setting. If trauma can echo through generations, healing can too. Let’s choose the version of love that is steady, accountable, and kind.If this conversation helped, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs clarity, and leave a review so more people can find trauma-informed tools that actually work. Your story might be the lifeline someone else is waiting for.

What if grief isn’t a staircase but a spiral that returns to teach us, soften us, and connect us to something larger than loss? That’s the journey Dave Roberts takes us on—former addictions counselor, longtime professor, and host of Teaching Journeys—after losing his 18-year-old daughter, Janine, to a rare cancer. We move from the clinical realities of unresolved grief and relapse to an honest, deeply human exploration of meaning, near-death experiences, and the possibility that love continues beyond the body.Dave shares how his early reliance on stage models gave way to a more accurate view: grief loops and resurfaces, especially through anniversaries, music, and memory. He describes a transformative encounter that shifted him from strict materialism to an open, critical curiosity about consciousness, the afterlife, and continued bonds. We dig into near-death experience research, veridical perceptions, and the tension between healthy skepticism and genuine mystery. Along the way, Dave shows how intention, service, and community can ease suffering while honoring the truth of the pain.We also talk generational trauma—abandonment, seizures, and the shape of inherited patterns—and what it means to forgive with context, not amnesia. Dave reframes his parents’ choices through ancestral insight, revealing how understanding reduces shame and frees the nervous system. For anyone facing raw loss, he offers grounded steps: show yourself grace, survive before you try to thrive, don’t judge a life by its last act after suicide, and build support with people who have capacity, not just proximity. If you’re looking for resources, Dave’s book with Patty Farino, When the Psychology Professor Met the Minister, and his Teaching Journeys podcast offer more tools, stories, and hope.If this conversation helped you breathe a little easier or think a little wider, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so others can find their way here too. Your voice helps this community grow.

What does it take to help a child rewrite their story after losing a parent who served? We sit down with Joe Lewis, a multi-branch veteran and founder of Angels of America’s Fallen, to unpack a simple, powerful model: pair each child with a coach or instructor in a passion they choose—sports, music, arts, cooking—and stay with them until age 19. No red tape. No one-size-fits-all plans. Just steady mentorship, local providers, and consistent check-ins that turn grief’s chaos into structure, belonging, and growth.Russ brings a trauma-informed lens to why this works. After a death, families lose the very co-regulation that keeps emotions manageable; everyone is grieving at once. A caring mentor becomes a nervous-system anchor. Chris Mamone adds the acceptance piece, showing how the “gift in crappy wrapping paper” reveals itself when kids feel seen, heard, and supported. Together, we explore post-traumatic growth without sugarcoating pain, naming the realities of PTSD, stigma, and the eligibility gaps that leave many families without formal benefits—especially after suicide or illnesses tied to service but not documented.Joe shares the origin of “Lessons from Lila,” a swim-safety initiative created after a waitlisted toddler drowned. It’s a sober reminder that the waitlist—now 800+ children—represents urgency, not numbers. We walk through wins large and small: a teen who went from ICU-level anorexia to cooking professionally and dreaming of dietetics; a young athlete nurtured from pee-wee football to national recognition; and kids who light up a room at the Angel Gala as their passions take center stage. Along the way, we talk joyful fundraisers like “Skate for Chicken,” new city chapters that raise local awareness, and the power of recurring donations to move children off the list faster.If you care about mental health, veteran families, first responders, and practical ways to prevent downstream harm, this conversation delivers both heart and blueprint. Join us: donate or start a monthly pledge at aoafallen.org, share this episode with someone who needs hope, and leave a review to help more listeners find these stories.

What if your first lesson about emotion was that tears invite pain? That’s the blueprint Russ carried from infancy through a childhood on Ohio streets where “Russ doesn’t cry” became a badge and a prison. We follow that thread from early punishment for need, to a teenage funeral where sixteen years of feeling finally broke loose, to the quiet skills that make emotion safe again without pretending to be stone.We get honest about the difference between managing feelings and suppressing them. The culture often praises stoicism, but the body keeps the score: fatigue, freeze, inflammation, and panic when the pressure valve never opens. I share how that old rule shaped my marriages and parenting, why “be invisible” felt like survival, and how a coach’s simple question—“Why are you trying to stop?”—reframed crying as courage instead of failure. Along the way, we dig into nervous system basics: how long exhales, grounding, and vocal vibration cue the ventral vagal system, bringing the prefrontal cortex back online so perspective, empathy, and choice can return.You’ll leave with a clear, repeatable practice: feet on the floor, chair supporting your weight, a 5-2-10 breath pattern, gentle chest tapping, and a low hum that resonates through bone and calms the body. It’s not about being dramatic; it’s about letting the energy complete its cycle so it doesn’t calcify into symptoms. If you’ve ever believed strength means silence, this conversation offers a different path—one where feeling is a skill, presence is power, and tears can be the start of healing rather than the sign of weakness. If this resonates, subscribe, share it with someone who needs it, and leave a review telling us what shifted for you.

When grief and trauma threaten to pull you under, what if the most effective medicine wasn't sitting still, but moving with purpose? Kevin Howely discovered this truth firsthand after losing his sister, father, and mother in rapid succession between 2017 and 2020. Drawing on his unique background as both a professional clown and neuromuscular massage therapist, Kevin developed "Toss Catch Heal" – a therapeutic juggling method that transforms simple rhythmic movement into profound nervous system regulation.The science behind this approach is fascinating. Juggling creates bilateral stimulation (similar to EMDR therapy), activates both brain hemispheres, and releases neurochemicals that counteract depression and anxiety. For those stuck in trauma responses, the practice demands presence – you simply can't juggle while lost in rumination about the past or anxiety about the future. This forced presence, combined with gentle movement, creates what Kevin calls "medicine in motion."What makes this approach particularly valuable is its accessibility, especially for those who struggle with traditional talk therapy. "For men especially, this can be your starting place," Kevin explains. "I know how hard it can be to sit down and talk, but what if healing came through motion? What if taking action was the first therapy that finally worked for you?"Perhaps most surprising is how the therapeutic benefit extends beyond the successful catches to include the inevitable drops. Learning to drop objects without self-judgment becomes a powerful metaphor for releasing perfectionism and developing resilience. Starting with colorful scarves that slow movement and reduce fear, practitioners gradually build confidence while simultaneously calming their nervous systems.Whether you're working through grief, anxiety, depression, or simply feeling disconnected from your body, this innovative approach offers a playful yet powerful path toward healing. Visit Kevin's website or connect with him on Instagram to discover how something as simple as tossing and catching might become your unexpected pathway back to wholeness.

What if the inner voice telling you "I'm not good enough" isn't just an occasional thought, but a core belief driving everything you do? Sabrina Troback, registered counselor and author of "Not Good Enough," reveals how these deeply-held beliefs form through generations of family patterns and personal experiences—sometimes even before birth.After two decades teaching children with learning disabilities, Sabrina discovered her true calling helping clients understand and challenge their core beliefs. Her approach dives beneath surface behaviors to address the fundamental feeling of unworthiness that fuels anxiety, self-doubt, and disconnection. As she explains, "That core belief is kind of that inner voice that drives everything that we do... for a lot of people who have had trauma throughout their life, often that core belief is feeling not good enough, not important, not valued."The conversation illuminates how trauma passes through families in surprising ways. Even well-intentioned parents who avoid harmful behaviors like addiction can transmit the same "not good enough" message through impatience, anger, or emotional unavailability. This generational transmission explains why similar feelings of unworthiness persist despite outwardly different family environments.Sabrina offers practical wisdom for those struggling with anxiety, explaining that most people only recognize anxiety symptoms when they're already overwhelming. Her book provides tools to identify subtle early signs—sweaty palms, jaw clenching, shoulder tension—and address anxiety before it escalates. She also shares transformative strategies like making specific plans for anxiety-triggering situations, which builds confidence in your ability to handle challenges.Whether you're wrestling with past trauma or simply feeling perpetually inadequate, this episode provides compassionate insight into how these patterns form and practical steps toward healing. As Sabrina reminds us, "Evolution, not revolution." Small, sustainable changes create lasting transformation in how we view ourselves and engage with the world.

Michelle Hollingbrooks' extraordinary story begins with a mosquito bite that changed everything. At thirteen, this seemingly insignificant event transmitted equine encephalitis, causing her brain to swell and plunging her into a seven-day coma. The aftermath was devastating – she awoke blind, deaf, partially paralyzed, and with no memory whatsoever. Unlike a newborn baby with established connections from the womb, Michelle describes awakening as a "blank slate" with no understanding of who she was or even what it meant to be human.This profound disconnection forced Michelle to develop extraordinary body awareness. Unable to communicate verbally and with no memory to draw upon, she became hyper-attuned to energy and somatic cues, learning to read others' bodies as a survival mechanism. These skills now form the foundation of her work as a trauma-informed somatic coach, where she helps others reconnect with their own body wisdom.The most remarkable aspect of Michelle's journey? The very creature associated with her illness – the horse – became central to her healing. After establishing her nonprofit Unbridled Change, Michelle discovered how horses provide unparalleled opportunities for trauma recovery. She shares a powerful story of a traumatized teen whose breakthrough came when a therapy horse named Barry chose to move toward her during an emotional outburst rather than flee, creating a safe container for authentic emotional processing that no office-bound therapist could replicate.Michelle's approach blends somatic awareness with spiritual dimensions, recognizing that true healing requires addressing body, mind, and soul as an integrated whole. She views healing not as "fixing" something broken but as "remembering we're already whole" – a profound perspective gained through her own journey back to embodiment. Today, she offers coaching both in-person and virtually, hosts the Soulful Practices podcast, and has authored "The Horse Cure" with a second book on somatic healing coming in 2025.Ready to reconnect with your own body wisdom? Explore Michelle's work at unbridledchange.org and discover how somatic awareness can transform your relationship with trauma, helping you find the medicine within your own wounds.

The episode centers around the theme of self-love and acceptance through the practice of hypnotherapy. With a focus on letting go of negative beliefs and cultivating a positive sense of self-worth, listeners are guided through a relaxing hypnotherapy session that aims to nurture inner kindness and acceptance.• Introduction to the importance of hypnotherapy for self-worth• Guided hypnotherapy session focusing on relaxation techniques• Visualization of inner sanctuary for self-acceptance• Release of negative beliefs through metaphorical imagery• Affirmations reinforcing inherent worth and deep self-love• Returning to awareness with a renewed sense of empowerment and love

What if the very things meant to protect us are holding us back? Join me, Russ Tellup, as we unravel the complexities of trauma and its grip on our lives. Through an enlightening discussion, I shed light on how our bodies cling to past experiences, shaping behaviors and patterns that can stifle our growth. Discover healing paths like brain spotting and somatic work, which can unlock buried emotions and lead us towards a more fulfilling life. My personal journey of overcoming trauma serves as a beacon of hope, offering reassurance that healing is within reach, and you are never alone in this endeavor.I also invite you to become a vital part of this journey by sharing your thoughts on the episode's format. Whether you enjoy direct discussions or prefer insights from interviews with coaches and therapists, your feedback is invaluable in shaping future content. Explore one-on-one opportunities with me at Brainspotting Colorado Springs and connect through social media for further support. As we step into a new year, I look forward to continuing this conversation, fostering a space for healing and growth, and building a supportive community together.

What if the answers to healing deep emotional wounds lie within ourselves? Join us as Nat Jovanovic, a trauma therapist and owner of Bright Horizons Therapies, shares their poignant journey from surviving childhood abuse to becoming a beacon of hope for others seeking the same healing. Nat bravely discusses the challenges she faced, from cultural stigmas around therapy to navigating complex family dynamics, and how these experiences propelled them into a career dedicated to trauma recovery. Discover how parts work therapy, combined with somatic approaches and systemic constellations, has empowered Nat to develop assertiveness and set healthy boundaries, ultimately changing their life and the lives of their clients.In this enlightening conversation, we unlock the synergy between EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and a trauma-informed model, with Nat guiding us through the intricacies of integrating memory processing and parts work. They highlight the significance of preparation in EMDR therapy, ensuring clients maintain dual awareness and stay within their window of tolerance. This episode offers a fascinating look at systemic constellations, a therapeutic approach that externalizes elements of our inner world, aiding in the exploration and healing of traumatic memories.Together, we navigate the landscape of trauma therapy, discussing the value of understanding and integrating different parts of the self, as well as the essential principles of polyvagal theory in trauma recovery. Nat provides insightful commentary on the complexities of PTSD and complex PTSD, advocating for the validation of all trauma experiences. With a focus on individualized healing journeys, Nat emphasizes the need for tailor-made support, sharing resources and contacts for those in pursuit of recovery. Tune in to learn about the transformative power of trauma therapy and how to embark on your own path to healing.

ChatGPTImagine viewing the toughest moments of your life as "gifts in crappy wrapping paper." That's exactly the paradigm shift grief and acceptance coach Chris Mamone has embraced. This week, Chris joins us to share his transformative journey from personal trauma to becoming a beacon of hope for others. Through profound losses, including the stillbirth of his son, Chris found a path to self-acceptance and a mission to guide others through their darkest times. His story is a testament to the strength found in confronting one's hardships and learning from them.Our conversation with Chris underscores the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions as an essential step in healing. By sharing his deeply personal experiences, Chris reveals how he identified and shed toxic influences in his life, gaining deeper compassion and empathy. He offers insights into how coaching and the study of neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) have equipped him to help others navigate the turbulent waters of grief. Chris also candidly discusses how moments of physical injury have catalyzed emotional healing, emphasizing the necessity of creating safe spaces for people to express and process their grief.Listeners are invited to explore the intersection of faith and personal growth with Chris, who recounts a life-changing spiritual experience that reshaped his life's trajectory. From selling his house to starting a coaching business, Chris's journey illustrates the power of divine reassurance in guiding one's path through grief and trauma. We wrap up with a grounding exercise designed to help manage triggers and foster a sense of safety, emphasizing the importance of finding a supportive community in the healing process.🌟 Learn more about Chris and his transformative coaching work at AcceptanceCoach.com.Join us for an episode filled with inspiration, practical guidance, and a heartfelt exploration of healing through trauma and grief.

What if the key to healing is understanding the complex tapestry of parts within us? Join us on Trauma Talks as we sit down with Brinn Langdale, an expert in Internal Family Systems (IFS) and a licensed therapist, who shares her journey from chaos to clarity. Through the lens of IFS, Brinn reveals how the inner critic and inner child, often seen as obstacles, are essential protectors in our psyche. By acknowledging these parts, we can reframe our past experiences and embrace self-compassion, guiding us toward healing and personal growth.This episode highlights the "wholistic" approach to coaching, where mental and physical health are intertwined. We introduce the concept of MEDS—mindfulness, meditation, exercise, diet, and sleep—as vital components of well-being alongside the often-overlooked impact of gut health. Brinn and I also delve into the power of forgiveness in overcoming childhood trauma, sharing personal stories and insights from her coaching package, "The Whole You Activation," Available at brinnlangdale.com, which includes innovative techniques like EFT tapping and music therapy.Wrapping up our conversation, we explore the polyvagal theory and its potential for fostering peace and relaxation. Brinn offers practical exercises and shares resources for listeners eager to embark on their healing journey. With personal stories and expert advice, this episode is a treasure trove of therapeutic insights and tools designed to empower listeners to trust their instincts and find their path to recovery. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that promises to resonate long after the episode ends.

Welcome to Trauma-Informed Healing, a weekly podcast where we explore the profound impact of trauma on the nervous system and provide tools for healing and transformation. Hosted by Russ Tellup, a trauma-informed somatic coach specializing in narcissistic abuse recovery and Brainspotting, this podcast is your go-to resource for profound personal growth and self-empowerment.Each episode covers a range of topics, including:Understanding Trauma Responses: Learn how trauma affects the nervous system and how you can recognize and shift survival patterns like fight, flight, freeze, and fawn.Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Explore the dynamics of narcissistic relationships and the journey toward reclaiming your sense of self and power.Somatic Healing: Discover body-centered techniques that help release trauma stored in the body and restore balance to your emotional and physical wellbeing.Self-Regulation Strategies: Gain practical tools for regulating your nervous system, managing triggers, and finding calm amidst chaos.Personal Empowerment: Focus on building healthy boundaries, increasing self-awareness, and shifting the focus from your abuser to your healing journey.In addition to insightful discussions and educational content, Russ shares updates on upcoming Mental Wellbeing Company workshops and 1-on-1 sessions designed to offer deeper healing opportunities.Whether you're on the path to recovery or simply looking to understand yourself better, this podcast is here to help you heal, grow, and thrive. Join us every week to unlock the best version of yourself.

In this episode of "Trauma Informed," host Russ delves into the often-overlooked freeze response, offering insights and personal experiences to help listeners navigate this debilitating state. Russ shares his journey of overcoming a freeze response following a major life change, emphasizing the importance of somatic work and innovative modalities like Saraset and brain spotting.Russ explains the transformative power of brain spotting, a technique that utilizes eye movement to unlock somatic experiences and facilitate healing. He provides a step-by-step guide to a simple somatic exercise designed to help release tension and shift out of the freeze state.Listeners are encouraged to integrate these practices into their daily routines, using intentional breathing, mindfulness, and somatic exercises to foster a sense of grounding and presence. Russ invites his audience to explore these techniques further, aiming to empower them on their healing journeys. Connect with Russ on social media for more insights and support in overcoming trauma responses.

Welcome to "Trauma Informed," a weekly podcast hosted by Russ, a trauma-informed somatic coach from MindBodySpirit, LLC. In this episode, Russ guides listeners through an exercise designed to help recognize and alleviate trauma responses.Russ begins by encouraging listeners to tune into their body's natural state, focusing on their chest, heart rate, and breathing without making any changes. He then introduces a visualization technique to identify what a trigger feels like in the body.To counteract these feelings, Russ teaches a simple yet effective exercise involving gentle tapping on the chest and humming, which activates the parasympathetic nervous system and promotes a sense of calm and safety. He explains the science behind this method, emphasizing the role of the vagus nerve and the importance of extending the out-breath.This episode provides practical tools for managing stress and trauma, helping listeners return to a state of safety and calm. Whether preparing for a challenging meeting or just needing to center yourself, these techniques are easy to implement in daily life.Join us for this insightful episode of "Trauma Informed" and learn how to navigate your body's responses to trauma more effectively.

Welcome to another enlightening episode of "Trauma Informed" with your host, Russ, a Trauma Informed Somatic Life Coach. In this second part of our conversation with the brilliant Sarah Griffiths, an accomplished RTT therapist and expert in psychedelics, we delve deep into the specifics of Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) and its unique approach to hypnotherapy.Join us as we explore the transformative power of RTT, how it differs from traditional hypnotherapy, and the profound impact it can have on healing trauma. Sarah shares her insights on the integration of RTT with psychedelics, including ketamine and psilocybin, and how these powerful tools can catalyze life-changing breakthroughs.We also discuss the importance of doing the necessary work to achieve lasting change, the role of the subconscious in healing, and the significance of proper integration and support when using psychedelics for therapy. Sarah's personal journey and professional experiences offer a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for anyone seeking to understand and overcome their trauma.Don't miss this eye-opening episode, and stay tuned for an upcoming live Q&A session on Facebook, where you can ask your questions and engage with us directly. Your journey towards healing and transformation starts here.

Welcome to Trauma Informed, the weekly podcast that delves into the impact of trauma on our bodies and nervous systems. I'm your host, Russ, a trauma-informed Semitic life coach and founder of MindBodySpirit LLC.In this episode, we explore the core of trauma, how it affects us, and why it can become stuck in our systems. Using vivid examples, we discuss the body's somatic responses to traumatic events and how these responses are crucial for survival. Learn how your brain stores traumatic experiences and triggers, and discover the empowering perspective that you have control over your trauma response.We also touch on the physical consequences of long-term trauma, such as inflammation and chronic pain, and highlight the importance of recognizing and addressing these somatic experiences. If you're struggling with stuck trauma or its limiting effects, this episode offers insights and encouragement to seek help and begin your healing journey.Join us as we uncover the mechanisms behind trauma and provide guidance on living a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life. You are enough, you are lovable, and you have the power to heal.Interested in more personalized support? Reach out to us on Facebook or Instagram at Russell Telep, MindBodySpirit LLC. Blessings, peace, and love to all.

Am I a narcissist? It's a hell of a question. And if you're asking yourself that question, this episode is for you. Have you been told by a spouse, partner, friend, coworker, or family member that you're a narcissist? And are you considering the fact that you may be looking for answers? Well, this episode is definitely for you. We're going to explore what narcissism is and the fact that you're probably not one. So good news for you. Let's get started. 

Hey there, thanks for joining us. This is Trauma Informed, a weekly podcast about trauma, our nervous systems, and understanding how they fit together. My name is Russ. I'm a somatic life coach with MindBodySpirit LLC, and this week we're going to talk about Cereset.Cereset is a modality that was integral in my healing. We're going to talk with Jubal Weiss, a franchise owner of Cereset here in Colorado Springs. Jubal will explain everything to us, from how Cereset works to the types of things it can help.Learn about how trauma affects the brain, the differences between the fight or flight response and the freeze response, and how Cereset can help balance brain frequencies to improve sleep, mood, and cognitive function. Jubal also shares compelling success stories and insights into how Cereset compares to other treatments.If you’re dealing with PTSD, anxiety, depression, or just want to improve your overall well-being, this episode is for you. Tune in to discover how Cereset might be the key to unlocking your healing journey.

Welcome to "Trauma-Informed," a podcast by Russ Tellep, a trauma-informed somatic life coach from MindBodySpirit, LLC. In this episode, Russ shares his personal story of early trauma and its lifelong impact on his physical and emotional well-being. Listeners will learn about how trauma manifests in the body and the importance of understanding these responses for healing. Russ delves into various therapeutic approaches including Internal Family Systems, Polyvagal Theory, and other modalities that have facilitated his healing journey. Through guided exercises and insights, Russ offers practical steps for listeners to recognize and manage their trauma responses, ultimately empowering them to live healthier, more balanced lives. Join us for a transformative experience that aims to turn post-traumatic stress into post-traumatic growth.

Welcome to the inaugural episode of our podcast! Join us as we embark on an exciting and transformative journey to understand trauma, its impact, and ways to heal. Host Russ shares his personal story of working with life coach Sarah Griffiths and exploring various therapeutic approaches, including RTT and psychedelic treatments, that led to his profound transformation.In this episode, Russ discusses his motivation for starting the podcast and his journey to becoming a certified trauma-informed coach. He highlights the importance of understanding how trauma affects our nervous system and offers insights into different healing modalities such as breath work, hypnotherapy, and brain spotting.Our goal is to make valuable information and trusted practitioners accessible to everyone, empowering listeners to facilitate their own healing and growth. Tune in to learn more about trauma, its effects, and how to turn your life around by unraveling the complexities of your emotional experiences.Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey. Stay tuned for upcoming episodes featuring expert interviews and practical advice to help you on your path to recovery and self-discovery.