Explore real conversations on nervous system healing and mom therapy. Therapist Erin Vandermore and Liz Martin discuss trauma, emotional regulation, and Bipolar recovery.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, Erin Vandermore (therapist and creator of the Mind Circuit app) welcomes guest Liz Martin @northcarolizzy for a vulnerable conversation on trauma, resilience, and the reality of living with Bipolar Disorder.

• The Nervous System & Trauma (04:15): Liz discusses the physiological impact of a violent event and finding safety.

• Emotional Regulation in Crisis (12:30): Navigating Bipolar Disorder, medication stigma, and manic episodes.

• Real Conversations on Recovery: Why sharing your journey on social media helps reclaim your narrative.

Liz opens up about a harrowing physical attack by a friend, the grief of losing her father and her dog, and the challenge of navigating a mental health crisis during Hurricane Helene. Together, Erin and Liz explore the physiological impact of trauma on the nervous system and the practical tools used to find the way back to "safe."

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Anatomy of Trauma: Liz recounts her experience at Chick-fil-A and the "ripple effect" of a sudden violent event.

• Navigating Bipolar Disorder: Breaking down the stigma, the importance of medication, and managing manic episodes.

• Healing Tools: The concept of "Mental Maps" and visualization techniques to replace traumatic memories.

• Reclaiming the Narrative: Why Liz chose to share her journey on social media to empower others.

• The Power of Forgiveness: How letting go of anger became a survival strategy.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Mind Circuit App: Science-based tools to calm your nervous system.

• Helene Network: Free therapy sessions for those affected by the storm (DM Erin for info).

• Mental Maps: Visualization techniques for trauma recovery.

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Disclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.

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