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Family got you down? Here's ways to cope

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12/29/2021

Understanding The Trauma Map with Dr. Karol Darsa

The Addicted Mind
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COVID Burnout Is Real — Here's How to Cope, According to an Expert

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10/05/2021

Collective trauma through the continuing pandemic, is more than simple stress and shared by many

Good Day LA
09/21/2021

“I’m Not Angry, I’m Disappointed,” Plus 4 Other Parenting Phrases You Should Really Retire

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09/16/2021

What is Distress Tolerance? A Therapist Explains Why It's Your Easy Pandemic-Era Coping Tool

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09/16/2021

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Dr Karol Darsa - Reconnect Center

Dr Karol Darsa - Reconnect Center
People are mostly occupied with their own traumas and cant see how this affect their children. Children learn with imitation. Especially in their early development they take their parents and the adults around them as role models. This is a good thing if the child is in a healthy environment. But some children are not that fortunate. The parents might be abusive, they might not be tending the basic need of the child. Or they might be addicts. The children in the house will directly get affected from this environment. Even if they don't show signs immediately it will come up in their adulthood. The other aspect of the trauma issue is when the child is traumatized. When a young child is a victim of abuse it is very hard for them to grasp the notion of abuse. Like sexual abuse is not in the vocabulary of a child. So talking or expressing the feelings or thoughts is not easy. But there are signs that you can look for if your child is acting different. Like role playing or games can help the children to express themselves. Trauma healing is a long and delicate process. As a parent you have to deal with your own trauma while not harming the people around you and then attend to the needs of your loved ones. Like on a plane you have to put the mask on yourself first. Just keep in mind that the effect of your trauma might be more than you think on your child. And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com www.reconnecttraumaclinic.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
58 - HOW DOES TRAUMA AFFECT CHILDREN - IT MIGHT BE MORE THAN YOU THINK - HOW TO SEE SIGNS
Gaming is the new addiction of adolescents. What are the signs and how to deal with it? 0:00 Intro 0:20 Gaming addiction 2:22 Signs of Gaming Addiction 8:08 What to do? And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com www.reconnecttraumaclinic.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
57 - GAMING ADDICTION AMONG ADOLESCENTS - WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND HOW TO DEAL WITH IT AS A PARENT?
So many people don't know that addictions can also cause Trauma. Most of the time people think that to become an addict you have to have some form of a trauma in your life. Like getting stuck in drinking after loosing a loved one or social media addiction to fulfill the need of attention after childhood neglect. These are all very legitimate causes. But it can also work the other way around. In this episode I am talking about certain addictions that can evolve into trauma. And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com And our more affordable new clinic that accepts many insurances. www.reconnecttraumaclinic.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
56 - DO YOU KNOW THAT ADDICTIONS CAN ALSO CAUSE TRAUMA?
OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is the most searched disorder on the internet. The cause is unknown. Some believe it is genetic but it can be caused by trauma. Especially because of childhood traumas. It is a mental and behavioral disorder. Obsessions are stress-inducing thoughts that recur and persist despite efforts to ignore or confront them. People with OCD can perform compulsive rituals because they inexplicably feel that they must do so. Both therapy and medication are used for the treatment of OCD. In this episode I am giving some general information about what is OCD, what are the symptoms and how you can deal with this disorder. And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com www.reconnecttraumaclinic.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
55 - OCD - WHAT IS OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER? WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? HOW TO DEAL WITH IT?
For most of us holidays with the family is a joyful time. Coming together, maybe just for once a year and sharing your love and passion. But for some, it is a time they feel nervous and uncomfortable. Especially if they have past traumas related to family members or relationships. In this episode I will give you some tips on how to deal with holiday gatherings and possibly avoid them. 02:50 Adjust your expectations 04:01 Get a support system 04:50 Don't judge yourself 05:40 Put strong boundaries 06:48 Emotionally prepare yourself 08:24 You can say No to invitations And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com www.reconnecttraumaclinic.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
54 - ARE YOU NERVOUS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY GATHERING FOR THE HOLIDAYS? I HAVE SOME TIPS FOR SURVIVAL 🙂
Do you have a hard time keeping your new year resolutions? You are not alone. We all do it. I will go to the gym, I will eat better, I will quit smoking, and many more. They say willing and deciding to do something is half of the job. But, is it? How many of us can keep their new year resolutions? 12% It is in our nature to hope for a change. But change only comes if you work for it. It requires changes in your daily patterns. In other words you have to actually do the things you wish to yourself. In this video I will give you some ideas about how to keep your resolutions. And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com www.reconnecttraumaclinic.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
53 - DO YOU HAVE A HARD TIME KEEPING YOUR NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS? THIS EPISODE CAN HELP
This is my list of 10 ways of dealing with depression Mood disorders like depression reach millions of Americans, with as many as 15 million reporting a major episode of depression in a 12-month period. In a given month, at least one-fifth of the US population reports a symptom of depression. Depression of all types affects people from all walks of life, no matter the gender, race, age, or socioeconomic status. However, women are 50% more likely to experience an episode of depression during their lifetime. There are many factors that can lead to a mood disorder, ranging from biochemical, family history/genetics, illness or trauma, or even substance abuse. Depending on the cause and the individual, the results may vary in intensity. 02:00 Awareness 02:48 Be in Action 04:00 Having a connection with other people 05:22 Mindfulness 06:18 Keep moving 07:33 Sunlight and Nature 08:19 One step at a time 09:19 Embracing positive thoughts 10:15 Don't use substances 11:13 Ask for professional help And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
52 - WHAT IS DEPRESSION? - MY LIST OF 10 WAYS TO DEAL WITH DEPRESSION
Self sabotage is preventing yourself from taking proper actions. It can be at work, relationships and even with addictions. We all make daily decisions about our lives. Most of them are automatic. Like what time to wake up or eating. And generally we are ok with these decisions. But when we want to change something we usually find out it is harder then we thought. Because our bodies and minds like to live in the comfort zone. Any radical change will trigger the defense mechanisms. Say you want to wake up early and exercise. You put the alarm, wake up the first week or two. You start with enthusiasm. But if you don't have an iron will or if your life doesn't depend on it your mind start to challenge you. One morning you cant get up and you think "oh it is only for one day, i can skip" if this starts it becomes a habit and you will go back to your old rutine. This is a simple example but it is the way this works. You decline a high paying job offer because you suddenly you have doubts about the work. Or you want to dating someone but starting to come up with negative things about your partner. You want to go to a party but you stop yourself because you say you don't have the perfect outfit. You can think about many examples like these. We all do it. The key point is awareness. When you become aware of the pattern you can start working on it. Fear can also be a trigger for self sabotage. If you have a job interview, the fear of rejection can build up and you might find your self wear inappropriate cloths or even going drunk. Trauma, especially childhood trauma is a big cause for self sabotage. To avoid punishment or to fit in we can learn to self sabotage. And this will continue in our adult life. But there is hope. Awareness is important and if you cant deal with it yourself you can always seek professional help. And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
51 - SELF SABOTAGE - WHY DO YOU SELF SABOTAGE? WHEN AND HOW TO GET HELP? WHAT CAN YOU DO?
Do you or your loved ones suffer from Borderline Personality Disorder? It is important to see the signs, know the causes and how to help yourself or others. Borderline Personality Disorder BPD is a mental condition that affects ones ability to maintain their emotions stable. This condition can be categorized as a type of Emotional Dysregulation Disorder. The constant mood swings makes people to only see the extremes. Things are either good or bad. Their opinions about other people and themselves change very quickly. And this usually causes unstable relationships. 0:51 Difficulty in Emotional Regulation Signs 2:06 Fear of Abandonment 2:48 Low or unclear self esteem 3:23 Tend to be very impulsive 4:25 Extreme emotional swings 5:05 Chronic feelin of emptiness 5:18 Extreme anger How you can help? 6:10 Consult a professional 6:30 Put in boundaries 7:57 Take care of yourself 8:16 Support them Causes 9:10 Hereditary 9:39 Trauma How does it show? 11:13 Difficulties in relationships and work 11:39 Legal issues, crime Treatment 12:13 DBT Dialectical Behavior Therapy I Hate You--Don't Leave Me: Understanding the Borderline Personality Book https://amzn.to/3BDQGbF And remember, Trauma equals Disconnect Healing equals Reconnect Please stay Connected Dr Karol Darsa To purchase "The Trauma Map" Book https://www.amazon.com/Trauma-Map-Steps-Reconnect-Yourself/dp/1735598003 If you need professional help, please feel free to contact us at Reconnect Integrative Trauma Treatment Center www.reconnectcenter.com (310) 713-6739 881 Alma Real Drive, Suite 311 Pacific Palisades, CA 90272 https://www.facebook.com/reconnectcenter https://www.instagram.com/reconnectcenter/ https://www.instagram.com/karoldarsareconnect/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/reconnect-integrative-trauma-treatment-center/ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ __ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Lonely Fish by Sascha Ende Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4655-lonely-fish License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music: Retreat - Jason Farnham https://youtu.be/Sm0yTArTlHs –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #trauma #healing #therapy
50 - BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER - WHAT ARE THE SIGNS, CAUSES? HOW CAN YOU HELP LOVED ONES?
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