Think Unbroken with Michael Unbroken | Childhood Trauma, CPTSD, and Mental Health Recovery Healing Childhood Trauma: Releasing Shame & Hidden Anger | with Bronwyn Schweigerdt
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Feb 25, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Bronwyn Schweigerdt, a licensed therapist specializing in anger and childhood trauma, shares her insights on the connection between dissociated anger and emotional health. She explores how societal norms shape our understanding of anger, particularly through a gendered lens. Bronwyn's personal journey reveals transformative techniques to release shame and connect with one's inner child. Together with Michael, they delve into setting boundaries, reclaiming emotions, and breaking free from toxic parental influences, inspiring listeners on their path to healing.
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Shame Is A Learned Distorter
- Bronwyn defines shame as a learned social construct that distorts self-perception.
- Shame lies, strips humanity, and prevents learning from feedback by turning critique into personal worthlessness.
Return Shame To Its Owner
- Do the exercise of returning shame to its owner: imagine placing childhood shame in a box and giving it back to the parent.
- This symbolic act dislodged Bronwyn's shame and restored a sense of self.
Talk To Your Inner Child Directly
- Use inner-child integration: feel a present trigger, recall the earliest matching memory, and reassure the younger self.
- Tell your inner child the parent's neglect was their problem and offer ongoing attunement and safety.
