Experts Explain Trauma | Why Does it Feel Like I'm Going Backwards in my Healing?

An episode of the Healing and Growing, Hand in Hand podcast, hosted by Lisa Tickel, titled "Experts Explain Trauma | Why Does it Feel Like I'm Going Backwards in my Healing?" was published on January 20, 2026 and runs 35 minutes.

January 20, 2026 ·35m · Healing and Growing, Hand in Hand

Summary

Why does healing sometimes feel like going backwards?In this episode of Experts Explain Trauma, Lisa Tickel and Dr. Tammy unpack the messy middle of healing—the stage where progress feels unclear, old patterns resurface, and grief shows up in unexpected ways.They explore why grief is central to recovery, how healing shifts relationships, and why adjusting expectations is key to moving forward with compassion.If you’ve ever felt stuck in your healing journey, this conversation will bring clarity and reassurance that you’re not alone.✨ Join Lisa’s healing community to connect with others walking the same path → https://womenshealingcommunity.carrd.co/✨ Take the next step with Lisa’s 6-week Healing Workshop → https://healingworkshop.carrd.co/Connect with Dr. Tammy OluyoriWebsite: https://drtammyoluyori.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.tammy.oluyoriEbook: Staying Rooted (https://drtammyoluyori.com/staying-rooted/)00:15 Understanding the Messy Middle of Healing03:04 The Role of Grief in Healing06:12 Navigating Relationships During Healing09:14 The Complexity of Grief12:08 The Impact of Trauma on Healing15:06 Expectations and Reality in Healing18:07 Identifying and Sitting with Grief21:03 The Ripple Effect of Trauma23:58 The Importance of Support Systems26:51 Living Gracefully Through Grief29:50 Final Thoughts on Healing and Grief35:13 Navigating Grief and MotherhoodSubscribe for weekly expert insights on trauma recovery, nervous system healing, and reclaiming safety.

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