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Post Trauma Secrets & Decluttering
Hosted by wellness and decluttering experts Valerie Huard and JM Tetreault, the Post Trauma Secrets and Decluttering Podcast brings you on a journey from trauma to Joie de vivre! Like going on a vacation, you may be stressed and excited at the same time. You will enjoy every moment, try new things, discover new places, and still have time to relax. That decluttering journey will give you all the secrets you need to simplify your life by reducing your stress, decluttering your mind, organizing your space and getting control over your time so that you can create the life you want.
Post Trauma Secrets & Decluttering
#110 - The Ripple Effect Of PTSD: How It Impacts Your Family And Friends
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In this episode, JM explores the emotional impact of supporting a loved one with PTSD and why caregivers often experience secondary stress and burnout.
Learn how trauma can affect spouses, family members, and caregivers through emotional contagion and shared distress. This episode highlights the importance of self-care, setting boundaries, and protecting your own mental health while supporting someone with PTSD. JM also shares personal insights on balancing compassion with self-preservation to maintain strength, clarity, and long-term resilience.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:
- Understand caregiver stress and secondary trauma from supporting someone with PTSD
- Learn how emotional contagion impacts mental health and well-being
- Discover the importance of self-care and boundaries for caregivers
- Build resilience while supporting a loved one with PTSD without burnout
LINKS AND RESOURCES WITH THIS EPISODE:
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