What We REALLY Need After Trauma And Abuse (How To Heal)

Have you gone through trauma and abuse? If you feel alone, hopeless, and that you're always going to feel this way, know that you're not alone. We want to give you hope and show you that recovery is possible.

So, what does it truly take to heal from trauma and abuse?

We created this video to provide a safe space for survivors to find understanding and comfort. By sharing effective healing strategies and treatment options, we hope to empower you to take steps toward recovery and reclaim your life with strength and resilience.

Healing from trauma and abuse is a journey, and it's essential to have the right tools and support. Watch this video to learn how to heal and move forward with strength and resilience.

Disclaimer:
This video is for educational purposes only and should not be used to replace professional medical advice. If you or someone you know is struggling with trauma or mental health issues, please consult a healthcare professional.

#trauma #healing #mentalhealth

Writer: Brie Cerniglia
Feedback Contributor: Kevin Jonguitud García
Editor & Script Manager: Kelly Soong
Voice Over: Brandon
Animator: Kamille
Project Manager: Cindy Cheong

DISCLAIMER: If you believe you have experienced or are a victim of trauma, please contact a mental health profession to determine the best course of action for your situation.

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[lady_kitty_coffee]

I swear this channel cared about my mental health more then anyone else

[NarcSurvivor]

We need to self-reflect and process the emotions. Attend to our wounds, instead of seeking closure or validation from those who harmed us.

[arthurpenfield]

After 24 years of trauma and hell, I really needed this because I thought to end my trauma was to unalive myself because of how long it has been going. The worst crime ever committed is bad parenting.

[MyRecordShop]

I agree.The weight of some emotions is different from individuals. For me, dealing with a simple fight with anyone weighs me down so bad it affects my daily activities sometimes, and a lot people didn't seem to get me and just called me too sensitive.

[LindseyDavis-wf]

8/17/2024 - I am a ten-year-old girl who has gone through some things that are pretty harsh. about before summer break and summer break I've went through a lot. My mother would yell at me until I was sobbing, throat hurt from crying and was on the floor trying my best so spit out the words "STOP! STOP! PLEASE!" I absolutely hated it. My mother threatened me to send me to Military school (School for Discipline) many times and even tried to kick me out of the house many many times, though I decided that I'd have enough of my mom, and I told her to let me go to my dad's house (I Won't talk about my dad for personal reasons) But she wouldn't let me do anything. I started to hurt myself because I couldn't do anything. I was still in school, and I decided to go to my counselor. I started opening up and eventually the principal came in one time, and I told her about the stuff that was going on and remember this was all in 2023. Now I am a fully different person, and I have dug myself out of the deepest holes and have become a very very happy person very few friends but ones that are good for me and I am thriving, and my mother has made a new business, and we have a good relationship now. So please anyone reading this please open up to anyone that you trust but not the person who did it and stand up for yourself!!! god bless ❤❤ - Leryn

[siennaprice]

For a long time, I’ve bottled up my emotions. Mainly crying. I have tried to veer away from crying, because if I did cry, I’d either get mocked, laughed at for being a “sensitive baby”, or be treated like I was an infant by my stepmom and dad. So now when I feel the urge to cry, it comes out in anger. Not raging tempers exactly, I just feel mad when I feel the urge to cry. I’ve also masked certain traits of my blindness. Like touching and exploring everything, because I was taught that sighted people don’t do this because it’s socially awkward for a person to be touching everything around them. I was also taught not to run into things, otherwise I’ll either be scolded or laughed at. I’m working on unmasking and being my true authentic self, and not shaming and being so damn hard on myself for being sensitive and emotional. Music is really helping me in so many ways. I also have a toolbox full of other coping skills that I really do my best to utilize every day, even when I’m happy. I’ve become a doer, I don’t use the word “try.” But the thing I really need to do is not be so damn hard and abusive to myself for feeling emotions and for touching everything or running into things. To love myself and be kind and nice to myself, not just when I’m happy and full of joy. But also when I’m dysregulated.

[juanmacias]

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

[Aan]

Timestamps
1). You need to know this 1:00
2). Solitude is not the move 1:58
3). One thing for you daily 3:21
4). Who needs forgiveness 4:16

Hope this helps you out. Hope you have a nice day. Sorry this is so late. 💙💙💙💙💙💙

[KidKit]

For the longest time I didn't even consider what happened to me to be abuse (because I literally forgot it even happened) until I watched one of these videos a couple years ago. I think it was talking about physical abuse and how corporal punishment was physical abuse and it just jogged my memory of some really awful times that I forgot about. It honestly felt really good to hear it be called that because I hated it so much. My dad was the one who usually whipped me (with a belt) and he usually had two moods after. One was where he'd bend down to my level and say "You know I love you right? I'd never to anything to actually hurt you." Which pissed me off SO much I did NOT believe him as a kid. Or he'd tell me to "Stop crying or I'll give you something to cry about." Basically threatening to do it again. I still remember like hiding from him hoping he wouldn't find me and it was just so stressful like some murderer was in your house and you couldn't let them find you or something. I cried and wished so bad to have another family or that cps would take me away. My dad also used to give me birthday whippings too so every time my birthday came around he'd strike me as many times as my age. I did NOT wanna come out of my room the whole day unless he had to work that day. I genuinely wish the best for people that have gone through similar things. I hope you heal 💕

[iantheduellist]

Who ever classified bulling as "little t" is out of their damn mind. Bulling goes hand in hand with physical abuse, at least in my case.

[pierrotcvb]

I'm still dealing with trauma, each one from the many narcissists that crossed my life. I think the hardest part is forgiving yourself. Even until today I still keep blaming myself for not doing this or that, or not being smart and seeing the red flags.

Also... it'd be good to see a video talking about sexual harassment at work, both in real life and online.

[katieb]

This is true about self-care. When I’m feeling good about myself I dress up - makeup, hair done nice, jewelry, etc. When I’m home alone sometimes it’s hard to motivate myself to dress nicely since I could just as easily wear sweats and t-shirts, even though I know I feel happier when I dress up

[yuurou]

I probably kept living in a traumatic state for 10 years. I lost that 10 years and I feel like my life was cut short.
Working throught this is frustrating since I can't feel progress. Any achievement is meaningless, every risk is life and death. It made me freeze in place.

[wolframingelbert]

After 28 years of diffuse trauma.. two hard breakups, losing many "Friends" and losing three close family members to severe illneses and everything within three month.. Hits you hard..

Sometimes everything around you has to fall apart.. only for yourself so you have the chance to see what you are truly capable of..

After month of deep diving into every dark Corner that build up over the years.. i lost what i was.. but had the chance to see who i am.. and i never loved myself more than right now..

No Matter what you are going through or whatever is holding you back.. go with it.. endure.. and at a certain point everything will make sense..

All the best.. 🤗

[stevenbean]

this is truly some of the best community or comments sections anywhere

[TheThreeDGrasshopper]

There has been a few Big-T Traumas that have put me in an unhealthy status with my body and mind in the past. The healing has been rather tough and/or arduous, and I have slipped a few times, but what makes a/the difference is picking myself up when I am down and learning, sometimes with the aid of a close one. It's important that I learn and get back up on my feet because the trauma that affected me the most is not going to be the only time it will happen. It's natural and is based on how we care for ourselves.
Life is always with learning and love.

[llks]

I got shot many years ago and now I’m scared to be around people.

[sunflower-nvky]

THIS!!! I don't know how many times I've said I don't want or need an apology. A narcissist will just apologize for wasting time on you or deny you altogether. On the surface it may appear as though this is an injustice (it kinda is) but a narcissist will never see your side or learn/attempt to understand how their words/actions impact you or the people around them. You'll waste the time you should spend on yourself waiting on something that's never coming.

[Suzu]

I bottled up all trauma/pain...mo one in my life cared- to this day...I am taking the steps to heal for myself.

[ParthPatel-utcx]

Exactly what I needed to watch to help me understand and feel better when yet another day is started with a trauma response. Thank You :)