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The Hidden Trauma of Midlife: How Childhood Shapes Your Stress Resilience

Summary

Dr. Natalie explores the intersection of midlife challenges, hormonal changes, and childhood trauma, emphasizing that women’s struggles are often systemic and not personal failures. She discusses how hormonal shifts affect stress resilience and the importance of inner work and therapy to achieve a centered midlife.

Keywords

midlife, hormonal changes, childhood trauma, stress resilience, inner child work, therapy, estrogen, progesterone, systemic issues, personal growth

Key Topics

  • Hormonal changes in midlife and their impact on stress resilience
  • The role of childhood trauma in adult midlife struggles
  • Inner child work and shadow work as tools for healing
  • Systemic societal expectations and their effects on women in midlife

Key Frameworks

  • Inner Child Work
  • Shadow Work
  • Core Belief Systems

Action Items

  • Seek therapy to unpack childhood trauma
  • Consider hormone therapy with medical guidance
  • Set boundaries to protect your mental health
  • Prioritize love and acceptance of your current life

Sound Bites

“Childhood trauma can resurface in midlife.”
“Love your life right now, all of it.”
“This was never your fault.”

Chapters

00:00 The Burden of Expectations on Women
13:18 Childhood Trauma and Its Resurgence in Midlife
19:07 Introduction and Disclaimer
20:43 Crisis Resources and Support

Midlife/Trauma Resources

  • Therapy for Trauma and Inner Child Work – https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
  • Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) – https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/hormone-replacement-therapy
  • Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause – https://www.womenshealth.gov/menopause

Resources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie

  • Website: ⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠
  • Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory⁠⁠
  • Instagram:⁠⁠ instagram.com/dr.nataliemarr⁠⁠
  • Linked In: ⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr-psy-d-lp-6a9298147⁠⁠
  • Tik Tok: ⁠⁠tiktok.com/@doc.natalie

Disclaimer

⁠⁠The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CALL 988

Crisis Text Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Text HOME to 741741

Episode 65 – How to Stop Holding Yourself Back from Living a Fulfilled Life

Special Interview with Laura Mangum Broome

In today’s episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, Laura Mangum Broome shares her story of going through a heart transplant, divorce, the death of her child, and other challenges during her midlife years. She emphasizes the importance of radical acceptance and gratitude in overcoming difficult situations. Laura’s approach is focused on taking small steps, practicing self-care, and finding what is within her control. She also reflects on her past experiences and draws on her strengths and character traits to navigate through adversity.

Laura Mangum Broome, a resilience coach and author, shares her personal journey with Dr. Natalie of overcoming multiple life-changing events and developing resilience skills, to help other women in midlife to hear that even difficult change will not keep us from living a life that we love. She emphasizes the importance of sharing our stories and finding inspiration in the experiences of others. Laura highlights the need to step out of our comfort zones and find fulfillment in life. She encourages women to embrace change, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize self-care. Laura’s wisdom reminds us that life dissatisfaction is a choice, and we have the power to choose growth and resilience.

Takeaways:

  • Practice radical acceptance and focus on what is within your control.
  • Find gratitude in the midst of difficult situations.
  • Take small steps and set achievable goals to move forward.
  • Reflect on past experiences and draw on your strengths and character traits to navigate through adversity.
  • Sharing our stories can inspire and support others in their own journeys.
  • Stepping out of our comfort zones can lead to personal growth and fulfillment.
  • Setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing self-care are essential for well-being.
  • Embracing change and having a growth mindset can lead to resilience and joy in life.
To see more of Laura’s offerings check her out here:

Website: https://iCope2Hope.com

Free Resource: 20 Key Strategies to Strengthen Resilience and Embrace Change https://iCope2Hope.com/20strategies

Free Signed Paperback Copy of her Book: Flourishing After Adversity (pay $4.99 shipping & handling, US orders only) https://iCope2Hope.com/freebook

Do any of these sound like you?

    • Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
    • Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
    • Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
    • Have lost your way
    • Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
    • Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love

Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.

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Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!

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Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.

Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.

Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!

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Disclaimer

The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.

If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

CALL 988

Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/

Text HOME to 741741

Podcast 53 – The Value of a Growth Mindset

Join Dr. Natalie as she takes the spotlight on the Mission Based Resilience Podcast, hosted by Dr. Ed Naggiar of Resilience Education and Training Institute – Mission Based Resiliency Training, and Brian Conroy of Grinders Win LLC.

In this enlightening episode, the trio delves deep into the transformative potential of a growth mindset. Dr. Natalie shares her invaluable insights and unveils her four essential steps for cultivating a growth mindset. Through engaging discussions and practical examples, listeners gain profound wisdom on how to embrace challenges, persevere through setbacks, and foster resilience in the face of adversity.

Tune in to discover the secrets to unlocking your full potential and embracing a mindset of growth, empowerment, and limitless possibilities. Don’t miss this empowering episode of Mission Based Resilience Podcast with Dr. Natalie!

You can learn more about Dr. Ed Naggiar of Resilience Education and Training Institute – Mission Based Resiliency Training, and Brian Conroy of Grinders Win LLC here:

Dr. Ed Naggiar Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naggiar/

Dr. Ed Naggiar Website: https://www.hpconsulting.pro/

Brian Conroy Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/company/grinders-win/

Brian Conroy Website: https://grinderswin.com/


Do any of these sound like you?

    • Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
    • Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
    • Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
    • Have lost your way
    • Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
    • Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love

Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.

Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.

Click Here for Your FREE Gift


Unlock the next chapter of your life with our transformative 20-week group coaching package tailored for women in midlife. Embrace empowerment, break free from the status quo, and design a life that aligns with your true aspirations.

Join group coaching and allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Let’s design the life you deserve!

Join Now


Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.

Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.

Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!

Book Your Complimentary Call

Please press the “START” button below to answer a few questions and schedule your consultation:



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Disclaimer

The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.

If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

CALL 988

Crisis Text Line: https://www.crisistextline.org/

Text HOME to 741741