Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson Recovering from Complex PTSD with Elizabeth Ferreira
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Jun 20, 2022 In this engaging conversation, Elizabeth Ferreira, a graduate of Somatic Psychology at CIIS and content creator on CPTSD, shares her personal journey with Complex PTSD. She candidly discusses the emotional landscape shaped by childhood trauma and the lingering effects it has on adult relationships. Elizabeth emphasizes the significance of creating safe spaces to process grief and repressed emotions, and the value of therapy in reconnecting with neglected parts of ourselves. Her insights provide a compassionate guide to navigating the challenges of CPTSD.
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Managing Parental Emotions
- Elizabeth felt like a bother to her tired father and learned to minimize interactions.
- With her potentially depressed mother, she tried to regulate her own behavior to improve her mother's mood.
Dysfunctional Family System
- Elizabeth's broader family environment was dysfunctional, marked by generational trauma and emotional unavailability.
- She felt pressure to manage her parents' emotions and lacked deep social connections due to restrictions.
The Exiled Sweetness
- Elizabeth's sweetness, viewed as vulnerability, was teased, making her feel lonely.
- This reiterates the cycle of repression, making her uncomfortable expressing this core part of herself.