Trauma Journals: Recent Episodes
Orsi Temesvari
Trauma happens to all of us. It may be caused by an accident, a divorce or losing a loved one. It’s usually accompanied by guilt, shame and vulnerability. People suffering from trauma are facing uncertainty and helplessness. As a result, we may feel paralyzed and unable to move on. However, trauma may bring new possibilities in life. Let’s explore these possibilities together in Trauma Journals.
Please note that I am not a psychologist. For any advice, please contact a professional. This podcast is a platform to share my own experiences and to potentially be of inspiration to others.
Society usually tells us that we should not write or speak about our own personal trauma, because it might be uncomfortable to others. I completely disagree. I believe that speaking about our deepest feelings is hard, but it can help us heal and set ourselves free from the negative and usually unreal narrative we use when we speak about ourselves. Let me share my thoughts on this.
In this episode I’m debunking the myth of the superhero survivor and sharing my deepest emotions from the first month after my accident. Come with me!
In this episode I’m sharing the results of my 15-minute journaling exercise on the topic of living with purpose.
I’ve always wanted to share my thoughts about being on the two sides of the wheelchair; being inside of it and outside of it. Today’s episode covers my experiences in this respect.
I think it’s crucial for everyone to have meaning in our lives. But how is it possible after a trauma due to which everything has got lost from a life? Listen and find out!
In this episode I’m sharing three stories that are humiliating on one hand, but providing me with tremendous inspiration on the other. These stories were of catalyzing power for me to share my experience and empower and uplift fellow women.