7 Ways Unresolved Trauma Shows Up in Everyday Life

Trauma doesn't have to be something really big to have a lasting effect on you. It depends on how an experience made you feel emotionally and physically. There are some common signs that you might need trauma therapy, even if you don't think you do. Some of the signs include having a strong reaction or shutting down when things get too stressful, having trouble setting limits or people-pleasing tendencies, and always feeling anxious or on edge.

Other common signs are repeating patterns in relationships, feeling numb or disconnected, and avoiding certain places or memories. You might also notice that you panic or shut down for no reason. The article stresses that these patterns are learned ways of coping, not flaws in your character. Trauma-informed therapy, such as EMDR, somatic work, CBT, or DBT, can help you understand why you react the way you do, heal wounds that haven't healed, and feel safer and more grounded in your daily life. And, Wild Sage Therapy can help you get started with the healing process.

Read more on Medium: Seven Signs You Might Benefit From Trauma Therapy