Unresolved trauma does not stay contained. It seeps into relationships, workplaces, and daily interactions, shaping how people react, connect, and cope. In this episode, we talk about how old wounds show up in adulthood—sometimes disguised as joy, sometimes as anger—and why avoiding them only delays the healing process.

We explore the concept of covering—hiding parts of yourself to fit into an environment—and how it can add to the weight of unresolved pain. Whether the trauma stems from childhood or adulthood, the ripple effect touches everyone connected to the person carrying it.

If you have ever felt the impact of someone else’s pain—or wondered how to support someone without taking on their emotional burden—this conversation is for you.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How childhood behaviors resurface in adulthood when trauma is unresolved
• The difference between the pain of avoidance and the pain of healing
• How another person’s trauma can influence your life, even if it’s not your own
• What “covering” looks like in work and personal life
• How to offer support without forcing someone to share their entire story

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