(Yesterday, 01:36 PM)Frosted Wrote: @callie @DarthXedonias I’m confused why you guys think Shannon’s subs can’t heal C-PTSD. I’m pretty sure that’s what I have, and the subs have been slow going, but have definitely worked wonders. Specifically 5.11G and 6G. I think it can be easy to feel like it’s not working for you, when really I just think it takes a lot of time to work through. Can it take me all the way? I think it probably can, but I can’t say 100% yet. But I do know I haven’t nearly reached the limit for even what 5.11G could do for me, let alone 6G, so I’m very hopeful.
I’m definitely not saying that the subs won’t work. I’m just saying C-PTSD is complex, as the name suggests, and might require a more specific approach for some, because of how deeply it’s tied to the nervous system. For some people, that dysregulation can make it difficult to process subs, regardless of how effective the method may be
C-PTSD is a relatively new conceptual framework for understanding complex trauma and not every case looks the same. Many factors come into play, meaning that what works for one person might not work for another, even if they both have C-PTSD. However, one thing is well-documented - the neuroscientific understanding of C-PTSD shows that it’s not just a psychological issue, it’s a full-body nervous system condition that fundamentally affects regulation, perception of safety, brain function and overall nervous system balance
It’s not just about healing trauma for people with C-PTSD, their nervous system is wired to perceive the world as a threat and if the nervous system doesn’t feel safe, it cannot release trauma. No matter what tool you use
Some might first need something to help their nervous system regulate better, so they can actually process deeper emotional healing without becoming overwhelmed or shutting down in a freeze response. Also, if someone has a nervous system stuck in survival mode, resistance might not be something they can just push through - it could be a sign their system doesn’t feel safe enough to process effectively
That’s why I think a C-PTSD/PTSD-specific sub built primarily for restoring nervous system balance and creating a sense of safety could be really useful
