Understanding PTSD: Returning to the Heart

Trauma changes us—but it does not define us. In this heartfelt conversation, Dr. Michelle Greenwell welcomes internationally recognized author and self-help expert Faust Ruggiero, M.S. to explore the many faces of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and the path toward healing. Drawing from over forty years of professional experience and his  book, "The Fix Your PTSD Handbook", Faust explains how trauma affects the body, mind, and emotions, why PTSD exists on a spectrum rather than as a single diagnosis, and what practical steps can help people begin reconnecting with themselves and others. Together, they explore: 🌿 Understanding the five types of PTSD 🌿 How unresolved trauma affects the nervous system and emotional wellbeing 🌿 Why healing involves the whole person—not just the mind 🌿 Rebuilding trust after trauma 🌿 The importance of connection, hope, and compassionate support Dr. Greenwell also introduces a BioEnergetic Wellness perspective through the Five Element Wheel, offering a holistic way to understand how trauma can affect fear, grief, joy, grounding, and our sense of direction in life. Tea Ritual Before the conversation begins, we pause with "SoulTEA Harbour" from the Cape Breton Tea Company. Featuring soothing Licorice Root and mineral-rich Stinging Nettle, this nourishing herbal blend reminds us to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with our hearts. Today's affirmation: "Balance and Flow is possible when we open to be present for our true heart's desires. Come home to your heart." We invite you to make a cup of tea and join us in creating a moment of calm before listening. Learn More About Faust Ruggiero Discover more about Faust's work and his upcoming book, "The Fix Your PTSD Handbook", by visiting: https://www.faustruggiero.com Continue Your Healing Journey If this conversation resonates with you, we invite you to explore our "Emotions & Healing" podcast series, where experts share practical tools for emotional wellbeing, nervous system regulation, resilience, and personal transformation. You may also enjoy the programs available through the Greenwell Center for Holistic Health, where movement, mindfulness, BioEnergetic Wellness, and creative expression come together to support whole-person healing. Looking for an immersive experience? Join us for the Artfilled Wellness Retreat in beautiful Cape Breton, where movement, music, nature, art, tea rituals, and community create powerful opportunities for restoration and flourishing. 🌐 Learn more: https://www.greenwellcenter.com If this episode encouraged you, please: 👍 Like the video 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments 🔔 Subscribe to Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell for more conversations exploring the connection between movement, mindfulness, creativity, and meaningful living. Until next time— Keep moving, keep breathing, and keep coming home to yourself. #PTSDRecovery #TraumaHealing #EmotionalHealing #BioEnergeticWellness #BeWellWithDrMichelleGreenwell Each episode of the Be Well with Dr. Michelle Greenwell podcast includes the BioEnergetic Wellness Formula.  That means that you have the opportunity to have a healing session while you listen based on the way the content is laid out and the activities we participate in.  Before listening you can create a goal or an intention of where you would like to be heading with an activity or in your life, then make your cup of tea, engage in the activities and celebrate at the end.  Are you looking for more resources?  The best way to find all the resources in one location is by visiting https://linktr.ee/greenwellcenter.  Become a regular listener of the podcast and purchase your own tea blends to assist you in transformation while you listen.  Our podcast is designed to bring balance and flow to your day, week, month, and year.  Thanks for sharing us with others who could also benefit.  Please send us your feedback and a review.  Support the show Dr. Michelle Greenwell, BA Psych, MSc CAM, Ph. D CIH (Complementary and Integrative Health).  Striving to support the public to choose self-care and well-being options that create ease and flow in their lives, Michelle specializes in using movement to heal the body.  Her BioEnergetic Formula for Success provides a means for everyone to set their intentions and create support and action for flow and ease to the goals.  Learn more at www.greenwellcenter.com.  Follow her YouTube channel and specialty playlists.  Find her full resource list here. She highlights her Tea Company: The Cape Breton Tea Company which you can find at www.capebretontea.ca.  Included is the specialty line of Tea with Intention, Harmony Blends and Coaster, and the focus on high quality organic black, green, herbal, rooibos, and honeybush tea.  Including tea with your podcast listening is a unique way to explore tea, create healthy habits, and have great conversations with friends and colleagues.