Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Healing Your Inner Protectors: A Gentle PTSD Recovery ProcessHow to Talk to Your Protectors and Calm PTSD TriggersStop the Inner War: Trauma Protectors, Parts Work, and PeaceFrom Panic to Peace: A Step-by-Step PTSD Protector Healing ScriptRewiring Trauma Responses: Separating From Protectors Without Getting OverwhelmedTurn Your Anxiety Into an Ally: Healing Protective Parts After PTSDA Simple Daily Practice to Heal Trauma Protectors and Regulate Your Nervous SystemWhy Healing Isn’t as Scary as It Feels: A Non-Invasive PTSD ToolCreate Inner Safety: How to Build Trust With Your Trauma ProtectorsDo-It-Yourself Parts Work: Daily Protector Sessions for PTSD Recovery Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad walks you through a simple, non-invasive way to start healing your “protectors” — those parts of you that jump in to prevent more pain but often create chaos, anxiety, or shame. Building on the earlier theory of protectors, he and Kaylene turn it into a clear, step-by-step process you can actually use on your own. You’ll learn how protectors form after trauma, why they get “activated” during triggers, and how to see them not as enemies but as well-intentioned parts that have been trying to keep you safe. Instead of being taken over by extreme reactions, you’ll discover how to gently separate from these parts, talk with them, and understand what they need. Brad also shares how to use a simple four-question script to have real conversations with your protectors, reach emotional resolution, and close each session with safety and love. By repeating this process, you can reduce chronic tension, calm triggers, and move closer to living as your true self — peaceful, present, and in control. This is a highly practical episode designed to help you start doing your own “therapy sessions” at home. With patience, self-love, and honesty, you’ll see that healing doesn’t have to be perfect or overwhelming — it just has to be consistent.   💡 What You’ll Learn How trauma protectors are formed and why they “take the wheel” during PTSD triggers A four-step process to safely connect with, separate from, and talk to your protectors How to use body scans and tension as a guide to identify active protectors The exact four questions to ask your protectors to understand and heal them How to close a protector session so parts feel seen, loved, and safe to rest Why patience, self-love, and honesty are the foundations of this trauma tool How to tell the difference between your true self and an activated protector Ways to turn painful triggers into opportunities for deep trauma healing How daily protector sessions can complement or even outperform weekly therapy alone 🧠 Key Takeaway Every protector, no matter how painful its impact, is trying to help you — when you meet it with love, patience, and honesty, it can finally relax and let your true self lead.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching00:45 Understanding Protectors and Their Role01:36 Foundations of Protector Work03:40 Healing Protectors: Step-by-Step Process14:32 Practical Example of Protector Healing17:37 Four Basic Steps to Healing Protectors27:37 Detailed Guide to Protector Conversations41:13 Final Tips and Encouragement44:59 Overcoming Perfectionism in Healing45:15 Understanding and Engaging with Your Emotions45:51 The Power of Simple Conversations46:35 Advanced Healing Techniques47:00 Real-Life Examples and Encouragem

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Intro to Protectors: The Missing Step in PTSD HealingWhy You Keep Getting Triggered: Understanding Your PTSD ProtectorsFrom Triggers to True Self: A New Way to Heal PTSDHow “Protectors” Keep Trauma Survivors Stuck (And How to Heal Them)PTSD Processing Bootcamp: Meet the Parts of You That Are Trying to HelpWhen Your Inner Protector Takes the Wheel: Trauma, Triggers, and HealingTurning Trauma Walls into Inner Strength: The Protectors FrameworkIs It Really You… or a Protector? How PTSD Hijacks Your ReactionsFrom Self-Sabotage to Self-Love: Rewiring Your Trauma ProtectorsHow to Stop Overreacting After Trauma: The Truth About Protectors and Parts Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this Processing Bootcamp episode, Brad introduces “protectors” — a simple but powerful way to understand why you get triggered, shut down, or overreact after trauma. Instead of seeing these reactions as random or broken, Brad shows how they’re actually protective parts of you doing their best to keep you safe. You’ll learn how to recognize your “true self” — the calm, loving, grounded version of you — and how trauma slowly builds walls around it in the form of protectors. Using visuals like castles, walls, cars, and even purple paint, Brad breaks down a complex inner world into something you can actually work with. This episode lays the foundation for the rest of Processing Bootcamp week, where Brad will walk you step-by-step through how to identify, understand, and eventually heal these protectors with honesty, patience, and self-love. Today is all about awareness, language, and perspective so you can finally see what’s really happening when PTSD takes over. By the end, you’ll walk away with a hopeful and practical frame: there is nothing “wrong” with you — there are just parts of you that were hurt, got stuck in time, and are trying (sometimes in messy ways) to protect you. And they can be healed.   💡 What You’ll Learn How protectors form after trauma to keep your true self safe Why PTSD triggers feel like “someone else” took over your body and mind The difference between your true self and protector parts How to spot protectors in your body through tension, stress, and emotional spikes Why overreactions, shutting down, or lashing out are signs of protectors at the wheel Simple ways to start naming and mapping your own protectors How to respond with love instead of anger toward your protectors How to recognize protectors in other people and deescalate with compassion Why healing protectors actually makes your true self bigger, stronger, and more whole 🧠 Key Takeaway Anytime you’re not acting from calm, love, and peace, it’s not that you’re broken — it’s a protector trying to keep you safe the only way it knows how.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to Processing Bootcamp Week 00:47 Understanding the Protector Tool 01:42 Conceptualizing Pain and Emotions 05:54 The True Self and Protectors 07:46 Building and Deconstructing Walls 14:36 Visualizing Protectors 18:56 Healing Protectors with Love 20:59 Deconstructing Walls and Absorbing Protectors 21:38 Identifying Protectors in Yourself and Others 22:19 Body and Emotions: The Link to Protectors 22:38 Techniques to Identify and Separate Protectors 24:23 Naming and Understanding Your Protectors 24:47 Challenges and Introspection with Protectors 27:13 Healing Protectors and Reassigning Roles 28:42 Non-Invasive Conversations with Pr

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Processing Foundations: The Mindset Shift That Unlocks PTSD RecoveryHow to Process Trauma Safely: Non-Invasive Tools for Deep HealingThe Three Pillars of PTSD Recovery: Mindset, Routines, and Processing Your PastFrom Stuck to Healing: Building a Processing Routine for PTSD and TraumaWhy Honesty, Patience, and Self-Love Are Non-Negotiable in Trauma RecoveryProcessing Bootcamp: How to Finally Get to the Root of Your PTSDHow to Stop Waiting for a Therapist and Start Processing Trauma YourselfThe 100-Hour Rule for PTSD Recovery: How to Track Real Healing ProgressProtectors 101: A Gentle Way to Process Deep Trauma Without OverwhelmHow to Become Your Own Healer and Safely Process PTSD Triggers   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad opens Processing Bootcamp Week and lays the foundation for one of the most powerful trauma-healing tools he teaches: protectors. Instead of jumping straight into intense memories, he walks you through the mindset and habits you need in place before doing any deep processing work. You’ll learn why the three pillars of recovery—mastering your mindset, building unbreakable routines, and processing your past—are stacked on top of each other, not side by side. Brad explains why trying to process trauma without the right foundation is like trying to build a house on sand. He also introduces the idea of a “100-hour” processing goal, giving you a concrete, motivating way to track your progress while staying patient with yourself. Throughout the episode, Brad emphasizes honesty, consistency, and self-love as the core ingredients that make any processing tool actually work. By the end, you’ll understand what it really means to become an independent healer, why discomfort is not a sign of failure, and how to approach processing your past in a safe, non-invasive, and sustainable way.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why processing your past is one of the three essential pillars of PTSD recovery What the “protectors” tool is and why it’s a safe, non-invasive way to process trauma How to build the right mindset before doing any deep trauma processing Why honesty, patience, and self-love are non-negotiable for PTSD and trauma healing How to think about the “100 hours of processing” goal and track your progress The importance of consistency and routines in making trauma work actually effective How to relate to discomfort and emotional pain as signs you’re working on the right things Why you don’t need a therapist in the room to start processing and can become an independent healer How connecting with your “true self” helps you work with fear, anger, and other intense emotions safely 🧠 Key Takeaway Your healing accelerates the moment you decide to be honest with yourself, patient with yourself, and loving toward yourself every single time you sit down to process.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the First Processing Bootcamp Week 00:57 Understanding the Three Pillars of Recovery 01:25 Introduction to Protector Work 02:34 Foundations for Effective Processing 04:20 The Importance of Mindset in Recovery 08:10 Developing the Skill of Protector Work 17:28 Honesty, Patience, and Self-Love in Healing 23:30 Setting Goals and Tracking Progress 25:31 Understanding the Waves of Progress 26:07 Tracking Your Goals Effectively 27:53 The Importance of Focused Time 31:06 Honesty, Patience, and Self-Love 32:03 Foundations of Protectors 38:20 Embr

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad guides you through simple yet powerful tools to build awareness of your body — a foundational skill for healing trauma and regulating your emotions. You’ll learn how your body signals stress and how to use specific practices to calm your nervous system, release tension, and prepare for deeper processing work. Brad breaks down three essential relief tools: breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, and body scans. These simple methods can reveal where your body is still holding trauma and help you access deeper layers of healing. He also explains why it’s normal to resist relaxation at first — and how to use that awareness to move toward peace instead of away from it. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body or struggled to calm down after triggers, this episode will show you how to reconnect and find relief, even in just a few minutes a day.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to use breathing to deactivate your stress response system The difference between shallow and diaphragmatic (belly) breathing Why tension in your body reveals where trauma still lives A quick two-minute muscle relaxation method for fast relief How to scan your body to build emotional and physical awareness Why deep breathing can sometimes feel uncomfortable — and what that means The connection between relaxation, emotional release, and processing How to develop calm, focused energy throughout your day Practical weekend exercises to prepare for deeper trauma work 🧠 Key TakeawayWhat’s easy to do is easy not to do — but these simple body awareness tools can change everything when you actually use them.   🔗 Next StepsSubscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS:00:00 Welcome and overview01:30 Why body awareness matters for trauma recovery03:00 The three body awareness tools: breathing, PMR, and body scan08:00 How breathing impacts your stress response12:00 Releasing trauma through breath and body relaxation18:00 How to do a body scan effectively22:00 Progressive muscle relaxation explained26:00 The two-minute version for busy days30:00 Why resistance to deep breathing happens34:00 Q&A on tension, stress, and emotional release40:00 Applying awareness tools to daily life44:00 Preparing for next week’s processing bootcamp   Topics Covered:PTSD recovery • trauma healing • body awareness • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma processing • breathing exercises • progressive muscle relaxation • body scan meditation • trauma coping tools • stress response system • mindfulness for PTSD • somatic healing

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad breaks down what it really takes to stay sober while you’re still in the thick of PTSD, pain, and triggers. Instead of waiting to be “fully healed” before getting sober, he shows you how the sobriety journey and the healing journey run side by side—and why you can’t afford to postpone one for the other. Brad explains the crucial difference between the habit of using and the underlying trauma and pain that drive it. Whether your “thing” is alcohol, drugs, food, TV, pornography, spending, video games, or codependent relationships, he helps you validate it as a real addiction or compulsion so you can finally take it seriously and start changing it. You’ll walk through the addiction cycle of pain–use–pain, why your brain can literally create anxiety and problems just to push you back to the addiction, and how self-talk becomes the deciding factor between relapse and sobriety. Brad also lays out the phases of recovery—from “recovery rehearsal” to the first 90 days to building a life of long-term sobriety. Most importantly, you’ll learn how to plan for pain, build healthy replacement behaviors, and use commitment, dedication, and moment-by-moment choices to stay sober even on days when it feels like you’re fighting for your next breath.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why addictions and compulsions so often show up alongside PTSD and trauma The difference between the habit of using and the underlying pain or trauma How to use self-talk to interrupt the pain use pain addiction cycle How to validate your “thing” as a real addiction or compulsion so you can change it How to map the real-life consequences of your addiction and use them as motivation A practical way to think about the first 90 days of sobriety with PTSD How to plan healthy replacement behaviors for your triggers and urges Why commitment and single-minded dedication are crucial for getting and staying sober How to use everyday recovery tools to ride out urges without relapsing 🧠 Key Takeaway You don’t have to wait until you’re fully healed from trauma to get sober—your brain can learn to stay sober even while you’re still in pain.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Recap of the Week's Topics 00:49 Understanding Sobriety and PTSD 01:31 Addiction vs. Compulsion 05:30 The Two Journeys of Sobriety 13:39 Breaking the Cycle of Addiction 15:50 The Power of Self-Talk 22:49 Commitment and Dedication to Sobriety 29:30 Breaking the Addiction Cycle 29:55 Exploring Healthy Alternatives 32:07 Understanding Recovery Phases 34:03 Navigating the 90-Day Challenge 37:59 The Power of Self-Talk 41:52 Empowerment and Commitment 53:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • PTSD sobriety • trauma healing • trauma and addiction • compulsions and PTSD • breaking the addiction cycle • self-talk for PTSD • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation • trauma coping tools • recovery toolbox tools • 90 days sober • neuroplasticity and trauma • codependency and trauma • addiction recovery coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad and Kayleen walk you through how to grieve in a wholesome, non-destructive way after trauma, PTSD, or any major loss. Whether you’re grieving a loved one, a pet, your childhood, your sense of self, or “lost years,” you’ll learn a simple process that helps you come out feeling lighter instead of more broken. They break grief down into practical steps: honestly releasing built-up emotions and then intentionally shifting into gratitude and a more supportive perspective. You’ll hear real-life examples of how this process has helped them move through the loss of people, health, time, and dreams with grace instead of collapse. You’ll also learn why unprocessed grief compounds over time, creating more triggers, fights, and problems—and how to stop “accumulating losses” and start offloading pain. By the end, you’ll see grief not as something to fear or avoid, but as a powerful healing skill you can practice and even feel confident using for the rest of your life.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to grieve in a way that is wholesome, safe, and non destructive Why trauma and PTSD can feel like losing years of your life and how to process that loss The two core steps of healthy grief release emotions and shift into gratitude How to recognize when you’re truly processing versus when you’re just digging deeper pain The role of acceptance in grief and why you can’t win a fight with reality How to spot unhelpful thoughts like never again and I wish it were different before they spiral Why no loss is too small to matter and how to validate your emotions without judgment How pain can become a compass that shows you exactly what still needs to be healed Ways to start building the “grief muscle” now so future losses don’t completely knock you down 🧠 Key Takeaway Grief becomes healing when you let yourself honestly feel the pain, then choose to focus on what you’re genuinely grateful for instead of what you can’t change.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Session 01:03 Understanding Wholesome Grieving 03:23 Personal Stories of Grieving 07:02 The Process of Releasing Emotions and Shifting to Gratitude 11:31 The Importance of Acceptance and Honesty in Grieving 29:28 Addressing Emotional Beliefs 29:51 The Importance of Emotional Control 30:30 Grieving with Grace 31:07 Upcoming Topics: Sobriety and Addictions 32:39 Building Emotional Control 33:25 The Healing Process 41:01 Processing Trauma 49:34 Combining Physical and Emotional Healing 54:35 Conclusion and Upcoming Events   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • how to grieve after trauma • grieving lost time with PTSD • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • healthy grief process • releasing emotions safely • gratitude practice after loss • trauma coping tools • processing grief and regret • acceptance and letting go • inner healing work • recovery secrets daily coaching • non destructive coping skills

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In this episode, Brad and Kayleen walk you through one of the most important pieces of long-term PTSD recovery: your healing routine. Instead of relying on short bursts of effort or waiting for the next therapy session, you’ll learn how to create a consistent, realistic processing schedule that actually moves you toward full healing. They break down the three pillars of recovery—mindset, routines, and processing—and show how your daily schedule should be built around them. You’ll hear real examples of clients who committed to regular processing time and resolved some of their worst lifelong traumas in just a few months. You’ll also discover why “not having time” is usually a signal to redesign your days, not give up on healing. Brad and Kayleen share simple ways to anchor your healing routine to habits you already have, make it more enjoyable, and stop the exhausting cycle of yo-yo progress where you feel better for a bit and then crash again. Whether you already know processing tools or you’re just getting started, this episode gives you practical ways to start chipping away at your “healing hours” goal so you can reclaim your sleep, your relationships, and your life from PTSD.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to design a realistic healing routine that fits your life The three pillars of recovery and how they guide your daily schedule Why consistency in processing beats occasional “big pushes” every time How to estimate the “100 hours” of trauma processing and chip away at it Simple ways to pair your healing routine with habits you already do What to do in your routine if you don’t know formal processing tools yet How to use rewards and environment to make processing feel safer and more enjoyable Why “I don’t have time” is really a mindset and prioritization problem How to stop beating yourself up and build consistency one small win at a time 🧠 Key Takeaway Consistency in healing is the only magic pill—and every minute you show up to process is a payment toward your freedom from PTSD.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:37 Welcome to the Live Session 00:45 Upcoming Processing Bootcamp 01:17 The Importance of a Healing Routine 02:55 Three Pillars of Recovery 06:06 Consistency in Healing 08:09 Real-Life Success Stories 21:59 Overcoming Resistance to Processing 29:50 Creating a Relaxing Processing Routine 30:32 Incorporating Rewards into Your Routine 33:19 The Importance of Consistency and Anchors 38:17 Addressing Sleep Issues Through Processing 44:17 Making Time for Processing and Healing 55:23 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing routine • healing routine for PTSD • trauma processing tools • mindset routines processing • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • PTSD and sleep problems • consistency in trauma recovery • overcoming avoidance in PTSD • daily PTSD healing habits • grief and PTSD • sobriety and PTSD • self-coaching for PTSD • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad and Kayleen unpack why compassion is not “soft” work, but a core pillar of PTSD recovery. They show how shifting from judgment to understanding—first toward yourself, then toward others—creates the internal safety your brain needs to heal from trauma. You’ll hear real stories about family dynamics, difficult parents, and moments of feeling like a “bad mom” or “bad partner,” and how compassion helped reframe those beliefs. Instead of seeing yourself as broken or beyond repair, you’ll learn to see your reactions as a natural response to pain and trauma, not evidence that something is wrong with you. Brad and Kayleen also explore the difference between compassion and condoning harmful behavior. They talk about boundaries, ongoing abuse, forgiveness, and why the work always starts with you—not the other person changing. By the end, you’ll have a practical, grounded way to bring warmth, understanding, and self-respect into your healing journey.   💡 What You’ll Learn Why compassion is a turning point in PTSD recovery and not a weakness How seeing yourself from a different perspective reduces shame and self-hate The difference between understanding someone’s behavior and excusing abuse How compassion supports forgiveness without abandoning your own needs Why PTSD is a normal, protective response to trauma—not proof that you’re broken How to talk to yourself the way you’d talk to a loved one or even your dog Why healing must start with self-compassion before extending it to others How compassion makes it easier to set and hold healthy boundaries Simple ways to let emotions move through the body because “feeling is healing” 🧠 Key Takeaway You are not broken—PTSD is a natural response to trauma, and when you meet yourself with compassion instead of judgment, real healing finally becomes possible.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Week with Excitement 00:59 The Importance of Compassion 02:43 Personal Anecdotes on Compassion 04:05 Understanding Others' Perspectives 07:13 The Wave: A Lesson in Human Behavior 16:42 Self-Compassion and Healing 23:00 Normalizing PTSD Responses 32:13 Embracing Emotions for Healing 32:33 Q&A Session Begins 32:46 Upcoming Topics and Schedule 33:56 The Power of Self-Talk and Apologies 36:19 Forgiving Yourself and Healing Relationships 44:33 Setting Boundaries and Self-Compassion 59:44 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • self compassion for trauma survivors • PTSD and self forgiveness • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • PTSD triggers and reactions • healing family trauma • boundaries and PTSD • gaslighting and emotional abuse recovery • sobriety and PTSD • grief processing after trauma • inner child healing • protectors and parts work • letting go of shame • recovery mindset • feeling is healing • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Beating Depression: 5 Practical Tools for PTSD Recovery and Daily MomentumFrom Hopeless to Hopeful: How to Rebuild Energy After TraumaPTSD and Depression: 5 Simple Habits to Lift Your Mood FastTrauma Recovery Toolkit: The “How Can I?” Mindset That Changes EverythingSmile, Move, Heal: Body-Based Tricks to Break PTSD’s Depressive SpiralFrom Stuck to Starting: Goals and Gratitude That Rewire Trauma ThinkingPTSD Morning Rescue: Tiny Wins to Get Out of Bed and Into MotionDepression Demystified: Nervous System Shifts for Trauma SurvivorsThe Momentum Method: Force (Without Self-Shame) for PTSD HealingTrauma and Energy: 5 Daily Moves That Restore Hope and Action Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this episode, Brad breaks down five simple, repeatable tools to lift yourself out of a depressive state and back into forward motion. You’ll learn how to create energy on low-motivation days, apply gentle “force” without beating yourself up, and use quick mindset shifts that reliably change your state. Brad explains why depression often pairs with hopelessness and how to rebuild hope through small, believable goals. He shows how gratitude, future-focused thinking, and a playful “smile exercise” can interrupt negative spirals and get the boulder rolling again. You’ll also hear real client wins and practical examples—like swapping “I can’t” for “How can I…?”—that turn stuck moments into solvable problems. Expect calm, actionable coaching you can put to work today.   💡 What You’ll Learn Use gentle force to create energy and momentum without self-criticism Practice daily gratitude to rebuild hope and counter hopelessness Set believable goals that spark motivation and compound wins Try the 30-second smile exercise to change your physical and emotional state Redirect negative rumination into constructive, positive thoughts Apply the “How can I?” mindset to find solutions in any situation Leverage body posture and movement to influence mood Choose enjoyable exercise to boost mood and consistency Design tiny morning actions that make getting out of bed easier 🧠 Key Takeaway You can’t wait for motivation—create it with small, kind force and watch momentum do the rest.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Live Coaching Call 00:46 Understanding and Overcoming Depression 04:32 The Power of Energy and Force 12:53 Gratitude: A Simple Yet Powerful Tool 15:11 Setting Goals and Building Hope 20:48 The Smile Exercise: Changing Your State 23:58 Positive and Negative Thinking 26:55 The Power of 'How Can I?' Mindset 27:39 Client Success Story: Embracing 'How Can I?' 31:28 Exercise: A Key to Mental and Physical Health 33:48 Q&A: Overcoming Mental Barriers 34:05 Upcoming Sessions and Final Thoughts 39:00 Community Success Stories 42:13 Addressing Repeating Thoughts and Non-Serving Beliefs 49:29 Conclusion and Next Steps   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • overcoming depression • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • PTSD mindset shifts • gratitude practice • goal setting for trauma survivors • positive self-talk • “How can I?” attitude • body-based mood regulation • exercise for mental health • trauma processing tools • sobriety and PTSD • daily routines for recovery • resilience building • mental fitness habits • reducing rumination • hope and motivation after trauma

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kay tackle a rarely discussed part of healing: grieving lost dreams and missed opportunities caused by PTSD. Instead of only focusing on the original trauma, they explore the hidden grief that shows up as anger, frustration, and sadness when life didn’t go the way you hoped. You’ll learn a simple, repeatable two-step process: first, release emotions honestly and safely; then, shift beliefs and perspective to accept reality and refocus on the future. Brad shares how acknowledging the loss of time and chances was key to moving from rumination to rebuilding. The episode also highlights practical tools to regulate emotions, build honest self-expression, and cultivate gratitude and opportunity-spotting. By the end, you’ll know how to stop self-blame, shorten rough days, and transform “what I missed” into momentum for what comes next.   💡 What You’ll Learn Identify and name the grief of lost dreams and missed opportunities Use a safe, honest process to release anger, sadness, and frustration Shift from past-fixation to future-focus with acceptance Reframe beliefs to find opportunities and gratitude after trauma Shorten the length of bad days by ending self-criticism Build the muscle of emotional control in real-life situations Apply case-by-case grief work without overwhelm Leverage recovery tools like journaling and bilateral processing Create hopeful goals that make your future bigger than your past 🧠 Key Takeaway Grieve what you lost, then choose a new meaning—release the pain, reframe the past, and rebuild a future you’re excited to live.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Recovery Secret Sail Coaching Session 00:42 Understanding Grief and Loss 03:01 The Impact of PTSD on Life Opportunities 08:25 Processing Grief: Releasing Emotions 19:43 Changing Perspectives and Moving Forward 27:15 Embracing Pain and Growth 27:59 The Journey of Healing 30:29 Building a Future Beyond Pain 33:28 The Importance of Self-Compassion 38:53 Processing Emotions and Thoughts 45:09 Upcoming Topics and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • grieving lost dreams • missed opportunities with PTSD • emotional regulation • releasing emotions • belief and mindset shift • acceptance and reframing • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • self-compassion practices • future-focused goals • bilateral processing • journaling for trauma • building resilience after trauma • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Relaxed Action: The Simple Routine Shift That Eases PTSD OverwhelmHow To Stop Routine Anxiety: A Calm System For Trauma RecoveryFrom Pressure To Presence: Building PTSD-Friendly RoutinesTrauma Recovery Routines: Why “Nothing Is Urgent” WorksEnd Morning Dread: Gentle Habits That Support PTSD HealingSteady Rise, Not Peak Days: A Trauma-Safe Approach To RoutinePTSD And Productivity: Calm, Consistent Actions That Actually StickBeat Routine Paralysis: Small Steps For Big Trauma Recovery WinsPhone-Free Mornings: A Nervous System Reset For PTSDBackstops, Boundaries, And Ease: Designing Trauma-Smart Days Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   Feeling crushed by routines? In today’s Recovery Secrets session, Brad reframes structure as a source of calm instead of pressure. He introduces “Relaxed Action,” a mindset that removes false urgency so you can take steady, compassionate steps that actually stick. You’ll hear why trying to hit a “perfect day” backfires—and how a consistent, gentle rise outperforms short-lived peaks. Brad shares real-life examples from coffee rituals to pet care and shows how to use backstops and boundaries to guide your day without stress. We also cover simplifying routines, budgeting time for the joys that make life feel good, and creating space to decompress at night. The result: less dread and more presence as you build habits that support long-term trauma recovery.   💡 What You’ll Learn Adopt the Relaxed Action mindset to defuse urgency and overwhelm Design routines that favor a steady rise over unsustainable peak days Simplify your morning to one or two essentials to build momentum Use “backstops” like groups or scheduled check-ins to keep habits on track Create boundaries with tech to reduce anxiety and protect your nervous system Stack joys (coffee, pets, brief grounding) to make routines rewarding Budget realistic time for basics so you stop rushing and start enjoying Taper new habits in one at a time for consistency that lasts Build an evening buffer to decompress and improve sleep readiness 🧠 Key Takeaway Nothing is urgent—trade pressure for Relaxed Action and watch consistency (and healing) rise.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:42 Understanding Routine Pressure and Overwhelm 01:37 The Concept of Relaxed Action 04:59 Adopting a Relaxed Mindset 10:17 The Importance of Consistency in Routines 20:57 Simplifying Your Routines for Success 25:59 Slowing Down and Analyzing Routines 27:03 Enjoying Your Routines 27:28 Eliminating Routine Pressure and Overwhelm 28:09 Creating Backstops in Your Routine 29:26 Building Momentum with To-Do Lists 31:28 Incorporating Mindfulness and Enjoyment 33:43 Adjusting Routines for Personal Needs 34:53 Eliminating Stressful Habits 36:59 Incorporating Pets into Routines 42:44 Evening Routines and Decompression 48:37 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • routine overwhelm • relaxed action • nervous system regulation • morning routine for PTSD • evening decompression • habit stacking • backstops and accountability • simplify routines • phone-free mornings • grounding exercises • progressive muscle relaxation • self-talk for trauma recovery • consistency over perfection • tapering habits • emotional regulation • anxiety reduction tools • sustainable productivity for trauma survivors • lifestyle design for PTSD

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   Self-talk can make or break your recovery. In this session, Brad explains how to turn constant inner chatter into a practical coaching voice that helps you act, regulate emotions, and rebuild beliefs after trauma. You’ll learn why awareness is the first step and how to separate “you” from your thoughts using the “internal roommate” visualization. We’ll draw a clean line between honest, compassionate self-talk and toxic positivity. Instead of pretending everything is fine, you’ll practice believable statements that acknowledge pain while pointing you toward the next doable step. Brad shares personal examples from sobriety and daily life to show how this becomes automatic over time. You’ll also hear simple prompts—like “How can I do this?” and “What’s good here?”—to shift your brain from problem-focus to solution-focus. By pairing self-talk with tiny actions (get vertical, make coffee, take a shower), you’ll build momentum without pressure or perfectionism.   💡 What You’ll Learn How to spot negative self-talk fast using the “internal roommate” exercise Why believable, honest self-talk works better than toxic positivity A binary filter to label thoughts as helpful or unhelpful so you can redirect quickly Two go-to questions that flip rumination into solutions How to attach positive self-talk to existing routines like showers or morning coffee Ways to use self-talk in difficult moments (urges, overwhelm, mistakes) without shaming yourself How reframing thoughts rewires beliefs, behaviors, and long-term PTSD recovery results Micro-steps to get moving when stuck in bed or frozen by anxiety How to coach yourself like your recovery hero would 🧠 Key Takeaway Believable, compassionate self-talk—rooted in reality, not hype—rewires beliefs and becomes an automatic engine for recovery.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 01:10 The Power of Self-Talk 03:26 Brad's Personal Journey with Self-Talk 06:50 Building a Positive Relationship with Yourself 14:46 Practical Exercises for Positive Self-Talk 26:52 The Importance of Asking the Right Questions 31:15 Morning Routine and Self-Talk 31:26 Applying Positive Self-Talk 32:56 Changing Beliefs and Actions 34:38 Perfectionism and Overwhelm 37:13 Introspection and Self-Discovery 47:13 Handling Adult Responsibilities 55:09 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • self-talk for PTSD • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation • trauma coping tools • overcoming negative thoughts • toxic positivity vs honest self-talk • cognitive reframing • belief change in trauma • mindfulness for PTSD • sobriety and trauma recovery • overwhelm and routine pressure • internal family systems protectors • practical grounding skills • motivation after trauma • daily recovery routines • resilience building

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching   Meditation doesn’t have to be mystical or complicated. In this coaching session, Brad breaks it down to one practical goal: achieve a mentally clear, emotionally calm state using a simple breath-focused practice you can do anywhere. You’ll learn a three-step routine—Relax, Focus on the breath, Refocus when the mind wanders—plus visual strategies like “cloud thoughts” to acknowledge emotions and let them pass. We also cover why being “bad” at meditation at first is actually the workout that builds the skill. This episode explains how daily meditation strengthens attention, presence, and self-regulation so you can navigate triggers, sleep better, and show up clearer for processing work and real life. Start with five minutes, find your best routine, and let the calm spill into the rest of your day.   💡 What You’ll Learn The simple definition of meditation and why it’s not just a spiritual practice A three step breath meditation: Relax, Focus on breath, Refocus when distracted How to use “cloud thoughts” to acknowledge and release thoughts and emotions Why early distraction reps are the workout that grows focus and awareness How daily practice supports PTSD relief and prepares you for deeper processing Ways to customize duration and posture so the habit actually sticks When to choose visualization (safe space, mind palace) vs. breath focus How meditation can help with sleep, triggers, and everyday emotional regulation The role of attention and working memory in trauma processing   🧠 Key Takeaway Consistency beats complexity: focus on your breath, gently refocus when you drift, and the calm you train in minutes will support your PTSD recovery all day.   🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Final Day of the Week 00:55 Understanding Meditation 02:01 Defining Meditation and Its Benefits 04:53 Personal Experiences with Meditation 06:39 Meditation as a Daily Practice 14:12 Steps to Effective Meditation 24:02 Experiencing the Click Moment in Meditation 24:44 The Importance of Consistency in Meditation 25:01 Starting Small: Five-Minute Meditation Tips 25:56 Action Time: Implementing Meditation in Your Routine 26:40 Personalizing Your Meditation Practice 28:55 The Role of Visualization in Meditation 31:47 Meditation as a Tool for Emotional Processing 39:21 Upcoming Sessions and Final Thoughts   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • meditation for PTSD • breath focused meditation • nervous system regulation • emotional regulation • trauma coping tools • grounding techniques • visualization for trauma • safe space visualization • working memory • prefrontal cortex • mindfulness for PTSD • sleep after trauma • sobriety and PTSD • self talk and PTSD • grief and trauma • anxiety relief • stress reduction • practical trauma recovery strategies

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching Perfectionism can feel like safety, but in recovery it becomes a trap that fuels overwhelm, paralysis, and self-judgment. In this coaching session Brad breaks down perfectionism as a belief—not a personality trait—so you can change it and free up your capacity to heal. You’ll learn why aiming for “perfect” is the lowest standard, how mistakes accelerate growth, and how to shift from over-preparing to taking small, corrective actions. Brad shares practical stories and language you can borrow to move through fear and start now. You’ll also hear how to spot deeper roots (like childhood trauma or “I’m a failure” beliefs), when to process emotions directly, and how to use fear as a compass instead of a stop sign. This episode sets you up for upcoming deep dives on meditation and self-talk to reinforce these mindset shifts. 💡 What You’ll Learn Define perfectionism as a changeable belief rather than a fixed trait Reframe failure as feedback that accelerates learning and growth Use the Ready, Fire, Aim method to beat over-preparation and build momentum Reduce overwhelm by shrinking the skills “gap” and taking the next imperfect step Apply the four-step introspective healing loop to find and address root causes Practice self-compassion to counter harsh inner criticism and shame Harness “fear feeds on time” by shortening the gap between intention and action Support your body during processing with rest, nutrition, movement, and pacing Build the belief “I can figure it out” to replace the need to have it all figured out 🧠 Key Takeaway Perfectionism is just a belief—change the belief, take imperfect action, and your recovery will accelerate 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Starting the Live Coaching Call 00:49 Understanding and Defining Perfectionism 03:19 The Problems with Perfectionism 05:09 Embracing Mistakes and Growth 13:57 Ready, Fire, Aim: A Strategy for Success 22:44 Overcoming Perfectionism with Mindset and Action 25:05 Addressing Emotional Roots and Trauma 27:34 Q&A Session 27:37 Understanding How Fear Feeds on Time 28:07 Personal Anecdotes on Facing Fear 28:58 The Role of Self-Talk in Overcoming Fear 30:21 Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone 31:42 Overcoming Limitations and Labels 38:06 Processing Emotions and Physical Symptoms 40:53 The Importance of Self-Compassion 42:13 Pain as an Indicator for Healing 50:57 Upcoming Topics and Final Thoughts Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • perfectionism and PTSD • progress over perfection • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • fear feeds on time • self-compassion • cognitive reframing • mindset shifts for trauma • trauma coping tools • introspective healing • releasing emotions • building resilience • ready fire aim method • overcoming overwhelm • actionable PTSD strategies • trauma-informed coaching • daily recovery habits • meditation and self-talk preview

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/   Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In today’s Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad introduces Introspective Healing, a simple four-step processing tool designed to move you from reactive chaos to adaptive clarity. Instead of getting swept away by overwhelming emotions, you’ll learn how to slow down, think logically, and pinpoint what’s actually going on. Brad demonstrates how to define the problem, dig to the root using the Five Whys (plus who/what/when/where/how), and separate surface triggers from the deeper memories and beliefs they activate. You’ll see why the “aha” moment matters—and how connecting dots between past and present can instantly lower distress. You’ll also learn how to build a clean, actionable plan once you’ve found the root—sometimes the awareness alone shifts things, other times you’ll pair it with other tools or professional support. The emphasis is on focus, calm, and independent healing so you can solve real problems, not just manage symptoms. Finally, Brad explains why “I don’t know” is not allowed, how to hold one question at a time, and how releasing stored emotion alongside belief shifts creates lasting change. This episode is a foundation you’ll reuse across future tools like meditation, belief work, and memory processing. 💡 What You’ll Learn Define one clear problem instead of wrestling with vague overwhelm Use the Five Whys (plus who/what/when/where/how) to reach the root cause Distinguish triggers in the present from memories and beliefs in the past Focus on one question at a time to prevent mental overload Recognize the “aha” moment that signals you’ve hit the root Create a simple plan that targets the root, not just the symptom Pair logical belief shifts with safe emotional release for full processing Replace “I don’t know” with better questions that unlock progress Practice independent healing so you’re not dependent on anyone to move forward 🧠 Key Takeaway Clarity beats chaos: define the problem, find the root, make a plan, and take action. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the First Processing Tool 01:01 Understanding Introspective Healing 02:21 The Power of Logical Thinking 02:59 Brad's Personal Experience with the Tool 07:01 Framework for Processing Tools 11:04 Defining the Problem and Identifying the Root 11:51 The Five Why's Technique 13:25 Creating a Plan and Taking Action 19:25 Real-Life Example of Social Anxiety 24:09 The Basic Process of Introspective Healing 24:35 The Importance of Not Saying 'I Don't Know' 25:35 Q&A Session Begins 27:10 The Power of Meditation 28:32 Creating a Plan for Healing 30:33 Empowering Independent Healing 34:12 Understanding Trauma and Memory Processing 38:29 Navigating Toxic Relationships 43:57 Taking Action and Delayed Gratification 45:35 Final Thoughts and Encouragement   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • introspective healing • Five Whys trauma tool • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trigger mapping • root-cause processing • belief change • memory reconsolidation • self-coaching for PTSD • trauma coping tools • anxiety after social events • door slam trigger example • independent healing • meditation for trauma • practical PTSD strategies

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Design Your Environment, Change Your PTSD RecoveryHow to Make Your Home Support Trauma HealingGet “Hooked” on Long-Term Pleasure: Environment Design for PTSD RecoveryStop Self-Sabotage: Declutter Your Space, Calm Your Nervous SystemBedroom Blueprint: Sleep Optimization for PTSD HealingFrom Chaos to Calm: Simple Environment Audits for Trauma RecoveryBreak the Trigger Loop: Redesign Rooms Tied to TraumaNo More Excuses: Behavior-First Environment Design for PTSDThe Window of Tolerance: Feeling Good Without Fear After TraumaSmall Changes, Big Relief: Recovery Habits That Stick Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching Your outer world massively shapes your inner world. In this Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching session, Brad and Kayleen break down “environment design”—how to set up your home, car, and daily spaces to reduce triggers, lower stress, and make recovery behaviors easier than relapse behaviors. You’ll hear practical examples: arranging a living room without a TV as the focal point, placing bookcases and a whiteboard where a screen would be, laying out gym clothes the night before, and turning the bedroom into a true sleep sanctuary. They also cover decluttering with three piles (keep, donate, throw away) and using small “pattern-interrupt” room changes to break associations with past fights or nightmares. The episode shows how to align spaces with goals like better sleep, consistent morning/evening routines, and fewer decision points. Brad shares a client win: repainting and rearranging a bedroom to erase old triggers and restore deep sleep. In Q&A, they tackle the “window of tolerance” for feeling good after trauma and why growth often feels uncomfortable—and why that’s okay. 💡 What You’ll Learn How to run a fast environment audit that aligns your space with recovery goals Ways to optimize your bedroom for sleep, processing, and calmer mornings How to remove friction for good habits by staging cues (journal, water, planner, gym clothes) Why eliminating options (e.g., TV front and center) makes healthy choices automatic A three-pile declutter method to reduce overwhelm and mental load How mini room makeovers act as pattern interrupts to break trauma associations Mindsets that prevent using your environment as an excuse while still optimizing it How to chunk “unfinished tasks” so decluttering stops feeling paralyzing What the “window of tolerance” for feeling good is—and how to expand it without self-sabotage 🧠 Key Takeaway Change your space to change your state—and recovery habits become the easy default. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:49 The Importance of Environment Design 01:14 Real-Life Examples of Environment Impact 04:30 Optimizing Your Environment for Success 07:11 Practical Tips for Environment Design 10:53 Behavioral Changes Through Environment Design 23:42 Conducting an Environment Audit 27:59 Finding Middle Ground in Decluttering 28:39 Emotional Challenges of Letting Go 29:04 Donating and Repurposing Items 29:24 Personal Stories of Decluttering 30:50 Mindset and Environment 31:00 Q&A: Clutter and Mood 31:55 Q&A: Sentimental Items 33:22 Q&A: Window of Tolerance for Happiness 49:25 Q&A: Decluttering Strategies 51:53 Upcoming Topics and Conclusion Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • environment design • decluttering for mental health • bedroom sleep optimization • morning routine for PTSD • evening routine for PTSD • nervous

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Short-Term Pain, Long-Term Peace: How To Rewire PTSD HabitsBreaking the Instant Gratification Loop in Trauma RecoveryLove the Lag: The Counterintuitive Secret To PTSD HealingFrom Numbing To Nourishing: Daily Choices That Rebuild A Life After TraumaWhy Doing What’s Hard Now Makes PTSD Easier LaterAddiction, Urges, and the ‘Lag’: A Practical Map Out of Trauma CopingMindset Over Microwave: Trading Quick Hits For Lasting Relief From PTSDStop the Spiral: Second-Order Consequences and Trauma RecoveryBuild Habits That Heal: Environment Design For PTSD RecoveryFrom Perpetual Healing To Living: Identity Shifts After Trauma Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In today’s Recovery Secrets session, Brad unpacks the mindset of “short-term pain, long-term pleasure” and why doing the hard thing now creates compounding relief later. You’ll see how instant gratification traps trauma survivors in loops that feel good for minutes but cost peace, sleep, and relationships for days. Brad and Kaylene map first-, second-, and third-order consequences with clear life examples—alcohol, exercise, tough conversations—and show how one choice ripples outward. They introduce the idea of “the lag”: the window between effort and payoff that most people misread as failure, and how to “love the lag” so you stay the course. You’ll also hear practical strategies to flip self-inflicted pain (negative self-talk, perfectionism, overthinking) into momentum, plus a preview of upcoming tools: environment design, a logic-based processing tool, perfectionism fixes, meditation done right, and self-talk. The goal: make the right actions easier, automatic, and even enjoyable. 💡 What You’ll Learn Recognize first and second order consequences so short term comfort doesn’t become long term pain Use the “love the lag” principle to ride out cravings and delayed results Turn self inflicted pain from negative thoughts into neutral or positive fuel Replace numbing behaviors with small actions that compound relief Build habits that stick by pairing short term discomfort with clear benefits Apply environment design to make recovery choices the path of least resistance Question fixed beliefs and identity labels that keep you in “perpetual healing” Spot the moment to choose discomfort on purpose and reverse a downward spiral Map a simple daily plan across mindset, routines, and processing 🧠 Key Takeaway Choose the short-term discomfort that creates long-term peace—love the lag and the payoff will find you. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation.   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Welcome to the Coaching Session 01:07 Short-Term Pain, Long-Term Pleasure 01:51 Understanding Pain and Discomfort 04:09 The Ripple Effect of Actions 04:56 Breaking the Instant Gratification Loop 09:31 Addiction and Consequences 16:26 Rewiring Your Mindset 23:39 Surviving the Lag 25:17 Making Short-Term Pain a Habit 26:55 Introduction to the Processing Tool 27:20 Foundational Principles for Recovery 28:11 Challenging Fixed Beliefs 29:16 Benefits of Pain and Positive Thinking 32:02 Questioning and Changing Beliefs 36:32 Identity and Perpetual Healing 48:37 Physical Effects of Processing and Healing 51:51 Upcoming Topics and Conclusion   Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • delayed gratification • instant gratification vs long term rewards • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • addiction and sobriety after trauma • mindset for PTSD • self talk for recovery • environment design • hab

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In today’s Mindset Bootcamp finale, Brad and the team break down the beliefs that quietly steer every thought, action, and result in PTSD recovery. You’ll learn how a single interpretation of an experience can create a self-fulfilling loop—and how to interrupt it. We introduce the Belief Cycle (experience → thoughts → beliefs → actions → experiences) and show exactly where you have leverage: reframing thoughts about past and present events. Real stories—from the “cancer drug” placebo to Roger Bannister’s 4-minute mile—illustrate how shifting certainty changes outcomes. You’ll also hear practical examples around common trauma beliefs (“I’m broken,” “I’m weak,” “food is love”) and how to challenge them without slipping into unhelpful binaries. The goal isn’t “toxic positivity,” it’s precision: choose interpretations that are true and supportive of your recovery hero. Finally, Brad offers simple steps to begin today: spot repeating thoughts, question their truth, reinterpret key experiences, and practice small belief-aligned actions that generate new evidence. Start tipping the scale in your favor. 💡 What You’ll Learn How the Belief Cycle drives your PTSD recovery outcomes Where to intervene: reframing thoughts about past and present experiences Why beliefs can be powerful yet inaccurate—and how to test them A practical method to “tip the scale” from negative to supportive beliefs How to avoid binary thinking and choose helpful, truthful interpretations Ways to translate new beliefs into small daily actions that build momentum How to decouple “food is love” and other trauma-driven habits A simple approach to process grief safely while staying engaged in recovery Daily micro-practices (gratitude alarms, awareness checks) to cement change 🧠 Key Takeaway Change the meaning, change the momentum: reinterpret your experiences, and your beliefs—and life—will follow. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Mindset Bootcamp Week Finale 01:24 Understanding and Changing Beliefs 03:36 The Power of Belief: Stories and Examples 10:14 Beliefs in Recovery and Personal Experiences 20:46 The Belief Cycle Explained 25:30 The Power of Positive and Negative Thoughts 26:31 Beliefs Shape Our Actions 27:43 Reinterpreting Past Experiences 29:51 The Importance of Positive Thinking 32:02 Exploring Beliefs and Food 36:06 Action Steps for Changing Beliefs 37:10 Upcoming Sessions and Final Thoughts Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • belief cycle • cognitive reframing • positive vs negative thinking • nervous system regulation • trauma coping tools • habit loop • self-worth after trauma • emotional regulation • placebo effect and beliefs • overcoming “broken brain” myths • grief processing tools • butterfly hug technique • mindset bootcamp • recovery hero identity • trauma-informed self-talk • building supportive routines • reinterpreting past experiences

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In today’s Mindset Bootcamp session, Brad and Kayleen break down “positive vs negative inputs” and how shifting perspective changes your lived experience with PTSD. You’ll learn why our brains default to negativity, how to retrain that bias, and how to build an “automatic positive mind” without ignoring real pain. They share practical stories—from running in the rain like a Rocky montage to turning a heated argument into a breakthrough using The Power of Positive Thinking. You’ll see how awareness plus tiny daily shifts compound into neuroplastic change within weeks. This is not toxic positivity. It’s truthful optimism: acknowledging hard realities while deliberately choosing a helpful angle that fuels action, healing, and connection. By the end, you’ll have simple tools to catch negative self-talk, counterweight it with positives, and curate inputs that support recovery. 💡 What You’ll Learn Identify and interrupt automatic negative thoughts in the momentUse the seven-to-one counterweight to rebalance negative thinkingBuild an “automatic positive mind” through daily micro-shiftsDifferentiate toxic positivity from truthful optimism rooted in realityLeverage awareness of self-talk as the master skill for changeReframe tough symptoms like nightmares into signals and opportunitiesCurate external inputs (media, people, environments) to support healingPractice relaxed action to reduce perfectionism and overwhelmApply perspective shifts that make hard tasks feel motivating and doable 🧠 Key Takeaway You don’t ignore the pain—you choose the perspective that helps you heal. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching 00:36 Mindset Bootcamp Week: Positive and Negative Thinking 01:46 Transforming Short-Term Discomfort into Long-Term Pleasure 04:06 The Power of Perspective in Overcoming Challenges 05:40 Developing an Automatic Positive Mind 08:34 The Importance of Positive Self-Talk 12:13 Building a Positive Mindset Through Awareness 16:14 Practical Exercises for Positive Thinking 19:41 The Weight of Negativity vs. Positivity 23:47 Action Steps for a Positive Life 28:44 Understanding Different Perspectives 29:12 True Positivity vs. Fake Positivity 30:32 Toxic Positivity Defined 31:35 Balancing Positivity and Acceptance 33:19 Maintaining Sobriety Through Recovery 35:01 Overcoming Resistance in Transformation 37:58 Empowering Self-Reflection and Problem Solving 41:30 The Power of Believing in Yourself 44:30 The Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth 46:35 The Importance of Asking the Right Questions 49:19 Human Potential and Achievements 51:02 Concluding Thoughts and Encouragement Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • positive thinking for PTSD • cognitive reframing • self-talk habits • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • neuroplasticity • truthful optimism vs toxic positivity • mindset bootcamp • recovery routines • gratitude practice • thought awareness • external inputs audit • relaxed action • overcoming perfectionism • coping with nightmares • trauma coping tools • resilience building • sobriety support in recovery

Want to coach with me? Book a free no pressure consultation call here: https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation Learn the proven system that’s helped 2,000+ trauma survivors reduce symptoms by 77.9% in just 4.5 months without therapy or medication 👉 https://overcomingptsd.com/ Host: Brad Schipke • Overcoming PTSD Podcast • Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching In today’s Mindset Bootcamp Session 3, Brad and Kayleen teach one of the most overlooked yet foundational pillars of PTSD recovery — awareness. Without awareness, change is impossible. With it, every transformation becomes achievable. You’ll learn how to separate yourself from your thoughts, emotions, and actions — to become the observer rather than the one consumed by them. Through this lens, awareness becomes power: power to understand, to influence, and to change. They’ll walk you through the four areas of awareness — mind, body, actions, and triggers — showing you how to identify unconscious patterns and reactions that keep trauma survivors stuck. By the end, you’ll know how to recognize what’s controlling you and reclaim that control through simple, daily mindfulness practices. Whether you’re new to trauma work or rebuilding deeper layers of self-understanding, this session gives you tools to become conscious, calm, and in charge of your healing. 💡 What You’ll Learn Understand why awareness is the foundation of PTSD recovery Learn to separate yourself from your thoughts, emotions, and actions Identify the four key areas of awareness: mind, body, actions, and triggers Use mindfulness to observe and calm your nervous system Discover how physical tension mirrors mental and emotional stress Recognize unconscious behaviors and build self-control Map your internal and external triggers — and create a plan for them Replace automatic reactions with intentional responses Build awareness routines that strengthen your self-regulation daily 🧠 Key Takeaway You can’t change what you’re not aware of — awareness is the moment you take back control. 🔗 Next Steps Subscribe for new weekday episodes from the Recovery Secrets Daily Coaching archive. To go deeper or work with Brad directly, visit https://overcomingptsd.com/consultation. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Welcome and Mindset Bootcamp Day 303:22 Why Awareness Is the Foundation of Change08:45 You Are Not Your Thoughts, Emotions, or Actions16:10 The Role of the Observer in Healing21:35 Four Areas of Awareness Explained27:40 Awareness of Mind: Watching Your Thoughts35:18 Meditation and Journaling for Self-Observation41:55 Awareness of Body: The Doorway to Emotion50:02 Releasing Physical Tension and Building Mind-Body Connection58:40 Awareness of Actions: Choosing Growth Over Avoidance1:08:30 Awareness of Triggers and How to Respond, Not React1:18:10 Building General Awareness Through Daily Mindfulness1:25:40 The “What Am I Thinking, Feeling, Doing?” Practice1:34:00 Q&A: Triggers, Guilt, and Short-Term Discomfort1:45:20 Tomorrow’s Topic: Positive vs Negative Thinking Topics Covered: PTSD recovery • trauma healing • awareness training • mindfulness for PTSD • trauma coping tools • emotional regulation • nervous system regulation • trauma triggers • conscious living • behavioral awareness • self-observation • body awareness • mind-body connection • recovery mindset • overcoming trauma responses • self-regulation skills • trauma-informed self-growth