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System Speak: Complex Trauma and Dissociation

System Speak: Complex Trauma and Dissociation

Emma Sunshaw 462 episodes Jan 6, 2014

System Speak is hosted by Emma Sunshaw and focuses on complex trauma, deprivation, and dissociation, including CPTSD, OSDD, and DID. The show combines personal experience with educational insights and supportive conversations. Episodes feature collaborations and discussions that document both difficult and hopeful aspects of life with trauma and dissociative experiences. It is curated as an archive centered on dignity for all.

Episodes

Introduction
Introduction Jan 6, 2014 14:55 After a few seconds of a piano opening, Sasha introduces herself and our system a bit. There are brief mentions of the parents being deceased (but no details), and some sharing of our journey through some badly matched therapists before finding a good one (no T abuse described). One dentist story is told, without graphic detail.  No abuse details shared in this episode.  Our website is HE
What is DID?
What is DID? Jan 13, 2014 28:20 Dr. E explains DID in the context of shame theory. The name Dr. E is a reference to what she is called at work because of her PhD; she is not a medical doctor or giving any therapeutic advice. She explains her understanding of dissociation in the context of Patricia DeYoung’s shame theory, and explains why most “acting out” is really misattunement, and how healing comes through connection
Snow Time, Snack Time
Snow Time, Snack Time Jan 20, 2014 10:08 JohnMark, one of our older littles, tries to do his own podcast! He shares about walking in the snow and some of his favorite snacks. He also explains NTIS, which stands for “Now Time Is Safe”. Thanksgiving dinner and a Christmas tree are referenced, but there is no other or any specific holiday discussion. No abuse details given.  Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast and sponsoring
Emma Shares Her Experience
Emma Shares Her Experience Jan 27, 2014 27:34 Emma herself speaks up about what her experience of DID is like, and how she writes about it in her journals. She shares about being in therapy, what it’s like to lose time, and how she struggles to understand what is going on. She opens up through her journal, talking specifically about what it’s like to have nightmares and flashbacks. This discussion is very vivid in its experience of w
Sasha Wrestles with Kindness
Sasha Wrestles with Kindness Feb 3, 2014 23:17 Sasha is back to update our listeners about the upcoming launch of our website and the podcast on iTunes. She gives insight into our relationship with the husband. She gets vulnerable, opening up about how it’s hard when we miss therapy sessions and why it’s hard to make new friends even when you know they are safe. She reveals we do have a runner, who has caused fugue states in the past.
Oh Deer!
Oh Deer! Feb 10, 2014 23:58 Sasha drives to therapy and shares about disorientation.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support check-in groups, an art g
Emma Reflects
Emma Reflects Feb 17, 2014 16:53 Emma shares about therapy, learning about trauma and dissociation, and noticing the others inside.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We h
Meet the Husband
Meet the Husband Feb 16, 2015 31:50 Sasha interviews Nathan, and they discuss the experience of living with DID and someone who has it.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast and sponsoring nonprofit website is HERE: S3C Foundation.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you have registered with the network, you will receive an invitation to orientation, and then can use a non-A
Guest:  Colin Ross
Guest: Colin Ross Jul 13, 2015 50:31 We interview Colin Ross.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast and sponsoring nonprofit website is HERE: S3C Foundation.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you have registered with the network, you will receive an invitation to orientation, and then can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up,
Guest: Dissociation and Psychosis
Guest: Dissociation and Psychosis Dec 28, 2015 48:46 We talk about a Mad in America article that discusses dissociation and psychosis.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you are in, you can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up, then the website and app work on any device just fine.  We have peer support
Taylor's Trip
Taylor's Trip Dec 19, 2016 46:00 Taylor talks about protectors watching therapy, trying to watch out for what is happening in therapy, trying to trust in therapy, and boundaries.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast and sponsoring nonprofit website is HERE: S3C Foundation.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you have registered with the network, you will receive an invit
Guest:  Matt Pappas
Guest: Matt Pappas Jan 30, 2017 43:08 We interview Matt Pappas.Our website is HERE:  System Speak Podcast and sponsoring nonprofit website is HERE: S3C Foundation.You can submit an email to the podcast HERE.You can JOIN THE COMMUNITY HERE.  Once you have registered with the network, you will receive an invitation to orientation, and then can use a non-Apple device or non-safari browser to join groups HERE. Once you are set up

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