Wk.10 Military Trauma: Relapse Isn’t Failure: Building a Plan for the Days You Fall Apart

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Episode Summary:

In Week 10 of The Warrior Within, Liz Blanding addresses a critical — and often misunderstood — part of the trauma recovery process: relapse. Whether it's returning to old habits, toxic relationships, or emotional shutdown, relapse is not the end of your healing. It’s a signal from your nervous system that you need support, not shame.

Key Topics Covered:

• What relapse looks like in trauma recovery (isolation, shutdown, avoidance)
• Why relapse happens: trigger stacking, shame flare-ups, emotional fatigue
• The difference between failure and falling
• How to build a safety plan for hard days
• Personal story of grace in relapse moments
• Scripture reflection: Proverbs 24:16
• Reflection prompt: “What does relapse look like for me — and what safety plan do I need to put in place for those days?”

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