Trauma: "Was It Really Bad Enough?" Understanding What Trauma Is and Isn't

Have you ever questioned whether what happened to you "counts" as trauma? Maybe you've told yourself other people have had it worse, wondered why you're still affected by something that happened years ago, or felt frustrated that your reactions don't seem to match the event itself. In this episode, we're unpacking some of the biggest misconceptions about trauma and exploring how trauma is defined by the nervous system not by comparing experiences. In this episode, you'll learn: * What trauma actually is (and what it isn't) * Why two people can experience the same event but respond very differently * Whether your trauma was "bad enough" to impact your nervous system * Why your current reactions may feel bigger than the event itself * Whether healing from trauma is truly possible * How understanding your nervous system can be the first step toward healing If you've ever wondered, "Why am I still struggling?" or "Shouldn't I be over this by now?" this episode is for you. **Resources:** If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe so you never miss future conversations about nervous system regulation, trauma recovery, and living beyond survival mode. You can also learn more about my courses, coaching, and upcoming masterclasses at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindful.vitality/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindful.vitality_ Email: admin@mindfulvitality.org Website: https://calysta-watkins.mykajabi.com/store?preview_theme_id=2166343280