Free Spirit Academy Podcast

Living with Complex PTSD: What It Looked Like for Me

September 16, 2025·13 min
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In this episode, I share a personal look at how Complex PTSD has shown up in my life — from disordered eating and chronic pain, to a critical inner voice, self-harm urges, and long stretches of isolation. We’ll also talk about what Complex PTSD actually is, how it’s different from PTSD, and why understanding our adaptations is so powerful. Because what looks like being “messed up” or “weak” is often just our body’s best attempt to help us survive. If you’ve ever struggled with shame, overwhel...

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