Ep 6 | After: Surviving the Aftermath of Violence with Dr. Tammy Yard-McCracken

This conversation delves into the immediate and long-term effects of violence on individuals, particularly women. It explores the biological and psychological responses to trauma, the importance of community support in healing, and strategies for coping with the aftermath of violent encounters. The discussion emphasizes the need for self-awareness and the acknowledgment of one's experiences as crucial steps in the healing process. violence, trauma, healing, community support, mental health, emotional responses, coping strategies, post-traumatic stress, self-care, recovery Takeaways The first step after violence is to check for injuries. The body can mask injuries due to survival instincts. Emotional responses can vary widely after trauma. Physical agitation and brain fog are common after trauma. Survivors often experience disbelief that the event happened. Community support can significantly aid in recovery. Numbing out emotions is not a healthy long-term strategy. Self-judgment can hinder the healing process. Healthy processing involves recognizing and addressing emotions. Acknowledging the reality of trauma is essential for healing. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Self-Defense and Aftermath of Violence 03:40 Understanding the Immediate Aftermath of Violence 05:24 Short-Term Mental and Physical Reactions 07:32 Surprises for Women After Violence 08:59 Coping Strategies Post-Violence 10:28 Interrupting the Cycle of Replaying Events 12:48 The Dangers of Numbing Out 18:08 Understanding the Aftermath of Violence 18:09 The Role of Community in Recovery 22:11 Identifying Long-Term Trauma Patterns 25:39 Daily Practices for Resilience 25:40 Key Takeaways on Healing and Humanity 26:18 riverside_takeaways_tammy_randy_king's studio.mp4 28:23 TLSDoutrovideo.mp4 🎙️ Hosted by: Randy King ✂️ Edited by: Randy King Live 🛠️ Production by: Randy King Live & Riverside FM 🎵 Theme Song: Tyrants in Waiting (Edmonton, AB) 🎨 Show Main Thumbnail: H.M Shahin Arman Shojib 🎤 Voice Over: Ryan Rother www.randykinglive.com Find Tammy 500rising.org