Hey there, beautiful souls!

Ever feel like you're wearing an 'I'm not enough' t-shirt that only you can see? Spoiler alert: it's not because of your high school bully or that time you tripped in front of your crush. We're diving into the sneaky world of childhood emotional neglect and how it's been messing with your self-worth since your SpongeBob pajama days.

In this episode of 'Be Gentle With Me,' we're solving for X, where X = Your Inherent Awesomeness.

Here's what we're unpacking:

• The 'Not Enough' Epidemic: More common than the common cold, less fun than a root canal
• Childhood Emotional Neglect: It's like growing up in an emotional desert when you needed an oasis
• Types of Childhood Trauma: A crash course in 'what type of trauma do I have?' (Spoiler: You're not crazy, you're coping!)
• The Lasting Impact: How your inner critic became an overzealous bodyguard
• Breaking the Cycle: Because 'how do adults heal from childhood trauma?' is the new 'what's the meaning of life?'

Whether you're a perfectionist, a people-pleaser, or just feeling a bit lost in the adult world, this episode is your emotional GPS. We'll navigate the twists and turns of self-worth, toss that 'not enough' t-shirt in the donation bin, and start your journey to healing from childhood trauma.

Plus, download our free 'Practical Steps to Start Your Healing' workbook. It's like a personal trainer for your emotions, minus the intimidating muscles and protein shakes. You can get it at the link --> www.thewildswithin.com/free-guide

Remember, you're not broken, you're not a failure, and you're definitely not alone. You're just working with an emotional toolkit that's missing a few key tools. But don't worry - we're about to go shopping at the Home Depot of healing.

Welcome, beautiful souls, to "Be Gentle With Me"—your cozy corner for exploring healing, self-care, and personal growth. I'm Christie, and in this first episode, I'm inviting you to curl up with your favorite bevy as we dive into my journey with trauma-informed healing.

In this heart-to-heart, we'll explore:

• My experience navigating multiple mental health crises

• The twists and turns of therapy and how I found trauma-informed approaches

• The game-changing moment I embraced self-compassion

• The inspiration behind "The Wilds Within"

• Real, practical self-care strategies that made a difference for me

We'll also practice a gentle self-compassion exercise - consider it a warm hug for your soul.

Some resources to explore:

- Your free "Practical Steps To Start Your Healing" guide: https://thewildswithin.com/free-guide/

- Submit your questions for our fireside Q&A episodes: https://thewildswithin.com/ask-your-question/

Remember, your healing journey is uniquely yours. Let's explore it together, with gentleness and care.

Feeling chatty? Connect with me on Instagram or Threads @TheWildsWithin. I'd love to hear what hit home for you from this episode.

Discover "Be Gentle With Me," your Sunday self-care treat!

Join Christie weekly for:

• Down-to-earth chats on healing from tough times

• Innovative self-care tips & tools

• Real stories from people who bounced back

• No-nonsense advice from experts

• Tricks to tame your inner critic (with a smile!)

Tune in every Sunday for a cozy, judgment-free zone where healing meets humor. It's like a warm hug for your heart – no luxury spa needed!

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