How does one navigate the stormy seas of trauma? Can we use our unique trauma responses to our advantage? We've all faced challenges, and in this episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros talk about the complex world of trauma responses and coping mechanisms, discussing the spectrum of responses. They also explore how to harness these responses to our benefit. The conversation turns towards the challenges of maintaining balance when trauma responses can positively and negatively affect our lives. They discuss the need to make our trauma responses more productive, which can significantly improve our relationships and professional lives.

Links mentioned:
Blog: #7 - How to Live Life on Your Own Terms - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/7-how-live-life-your-own-terms-alan-lazaros/
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/   

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• Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700 
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• Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/  
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Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com

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Show notes:
[2:04] Kevin would go the gym when life gets him down
[5:56] Constructive or destructive trauma response
[15:08] Amanda shares how Alan made her feel valued and supported during their first consultation call and how she appreciates his holistic approach
[16:04] What is your therapy?
[21:44] Fight, flight, freeze, or fawn
[27:48] Outro

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