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Staying Grounded Through Difficult Conversations: CPTSD Survival Skills for Tough Talks

Staying Grounded Through Difficult Conversations: CPTSD Survival Skills for Tough Talks

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 In this episode, we unpack how to stay grounded through difficult conversations—a challenge almost everyone with CPTSD faces. Whether it’s a tense talk with family, a tough moment at work, or setting boundaries with someone who drains you, you’ll find practical tools, gentle validation, and real-life stories that remind you you’re not alone. Host Gregory guides you through the why and how of grounding before, during, and after high-stress interactions, offering hope that it really can get easier—one conversation at a time.

Key Takeaways
• Grounding skills help interrupt panic and freeze during tense conversations
• Preparation and self-compassion are the foundation for difficult talks
• Aftercare rituals support healing and emotional recovery
• Boundaries are healthy and your needs matter
• Progress is measured in small steps, not perfection

What You’ll Discover
• Why your brain and body react so strongly to confrontation
• How to prepare for and recover from high-stress conversations
• Powerful grounding exercises for use in real time
• The link between self-compassion and resilience
• Listener stories of overcoming old patterns

Resources Mentioned
• “The Body Keeps the Score” by Bessel van der Kolk
• “Complex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving” by Pete Walker
• “Self-Compassion” by Kristin Neff
• National Center for PTSD – PTSD Coach App
• Polyvagal Theory by Stephen Porges

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Next time, we’ll explore how journaling can become a powerful tool for healing, self-discovery, and long-term trauma recovery. You won’t want to miss it.

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