Frodo and Unhealed Wounds

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Go Not to The Elves for Counsel

Karen Pollock

18 episodes

1 week ago

Exploring the intersections of Middle Earth and the therapy room, two worlds which have far more in common than you might think! Karen will be your host ,passionate about Tolkien, and fantasy in general, and their work as a psychotherapist. Alongside deep dives into passages of text, which shine a light on theraputic ideas and theories, there will be guests bringing their own experiences of Tolkien and mental health. A light to you in dark places when all other lights go out

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Frodo and Unhealed Wounds

Go Not to The Elves for Counsel

33 minutes 34 seconds

7 months ago

Frodo and Unhealed Wounds

In this episode of Go Not To The Elves for Counsel, Karen delves into the themes of trauma and mental health through Frodo's experiences. They discuss the concepts of PTSD, shellshock and moral injury, and the journey of healing, emphasizing the importance of understanding these experiences in both literature and real life. The conversation highlights the complexities of trauma responses and the potential for recovery, while also celebrating the beauty and hope found in Tolkien's narratives.

You can follow Karen on Bluesky @karenpollock.bsky.social where they would love to hear you thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for topics to cover.

Music by⁠⁠Trygve Larsen⁠⁠ from⁠⁠Pixabay

https://blog.nationalarchives.gov.uk/beyond-shellshock/

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/45659808_Shell_Shock_Trauma_and_the_First_World_War_The_Making_of_a_Diagnosis_and_Its_Histories

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/professional/treat/cooccurring/moral_injury.asp