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Amy G N

@trotter47.bsky.social
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Author and trauma therapist sharing her thoughts on complex and religious trauma. See amygraceynash.com

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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 17h
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Saw hundreds of these tiny webs this morning while I walked my dog.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
What gaslighting technique did the most damage to you? I'll go first. Telling me I exaggerated everything so that i started doubting my own self.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
I think when we heal, those who took advantage of us often get upset. I've seen this regularly. It leaves the individual lonely, feeling they've done something wrong. And diminishes the joy we should feel when we've taken back the ability
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
This would be Jasper....
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
I'm starting a once a month group for those with CPTSD. I'm a certified EMDR therapist who wants to start a community where we can share our struggles and progress. If you are interested (it's free) go to amygraceynash.com and look for Groups to sign up. All are welcome.
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The Runaway | A Memoir by Amy Gracey Nash
How I Found Healing by Breaking Rules. Coming soon.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Has you CPTSD hacked your inner foundation?
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I have an issue with trite sayings, like, "Look at the good" or "Others have it worse" because in effect, it's saying you are not allowed to feel negative feelings. Too many don't want to feel uncomfortable. Too many look away when others are struggling.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
#cptsd I should have had the greatest childhood of all times. My mom was gentle and caring, my dad loved entertaining us kids, and life was good those first 12 years. But mom changed. I suspect she had been r*ped by a family member. she admitted her father was an alcholic who
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Life has its ups and downs. But when you've lived a life of emotional abuse, you long for it to be only smooth. That's because you've been constantly overwhelmed. It's only after you've healed to some degree that this need goes away and the ups and downs become a normal part of life again.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Healing from emotional abuse isn't a glorious thing. It scary, confusing, and hard work. Just when you think you've got the emotional overwhelm under control, it bursts open yet again. Yet, i'd do it all over again for the peace and joy I have now.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
#cptsd Did you know abusers target the easy going & good hearted? The sensitive and the empath?
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#cptsd We need self care, but let it be normal too!
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#CPTSD When you are afraid to express your opinion, you might have been gaslighted. When you struggle to make decisions, you might have been gaslighted. When you think you are exaggerating your pain, you might have been gaslighted. When you feel you are going crazy, you might have been gaslit
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
#CPTSD It is important that people who suffer abuse understand the signs and symptoms of abuse. I had so many clients come to me completely oblivious that they were experiencing emotional trauma. Gaslighting isn't talked about enough so individuals think there is something innately wrong with them,
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
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A Pain that Never Goes Away (Part 1) | Amy Gracey Nash
Mom was one of the first parents to school her children at home. The action affected the six of us in ways hard to describe.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Know the symptoms of Disassociation amygraceynash.com/blog
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Blog | Amy Gracey Nash
Essays and reflections on religious trauma, spiritual abuse, and healing after high-control religion, by Amy Gracey Nash.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
#CPTSD I changed when I healed. The funny thing was, none of my family or friends liked the real me. I had to realize they like the suppressed me. The one who let things go. The one who didn't voice an opinion. So I surrounded myself with others who had healed. We have the most scintillating
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Self- care #1. Get a dog.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#deconstruction For those thinking of late careers: I left a monastery at age 44. Went to college and got my BA at age 50. Then decided to become a therapist and got my MS at age 57. All on my own, working 4 part time jobs, and living in the bedroom of a friend. Best decision ever!
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#CPTSD If you think that healing from trauma should be straightforward, I am here to tell you, no. It's as multi-faceted as the incidents that caused the abuse. Your healing will sometimes go well. And then you will hit a bump and feel you've made no progress at all.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#deconstruction Sometimes the thing we think will give us meaning and purpose in life ends up harming us deeply. We need to become aware and allow ourselves to push past the rhetoric of "saving" and see the harm done. It's the only way we will find real peace.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#deconstruction I think deconstruction from a specific faith or church is a very personal journey. The most important part is learning to trust your gut and intuition. That means following what is inside you, not leaning into what others have found. This is hard when we've been told not to trust
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
#deconstruction Written while struggling in a monastery: “I yearn to have someone I can go to who will listen to what I say. Who will understand my pain and not judge me. Who will feel with me instead of lecturing me. I yearn for someone I can speak to face-to-face
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
#CPTSD I went to grad school to become a therapist. It was there I learned I had CPTSD. The first person I helped was me..... I learned all I could, The things I wish my 7 other therapists knew. Follow me for more hope and healing words @amygraceynash
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Complex trauma issues
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
#CPTSD It's all too common for individuals with trauma to be diagnosed with other things like depression, GAD, bi-polar or borderline personality disorder. I was mis-diagnosed with depression for years. I even told my therapist I wasn't depressed. No anti-depression medication worked for me.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
#CPTSD Get in touch with that inner child. Find some fun in your life.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
#CPTSD We need to expect more....
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
#CPTSD We are stronger than we realize.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
To heal we need to be seen.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Individuals who do trauma therapy are the bravest individuals.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Did you know that forgiving too quickly attracts abusers? See link amygraceynash.com/blog/when-fo...
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When Forgiving Is Not Good | Amy Gracey Nash
I didn't realize I was handing an abuser a get-out-of-jail-free card every time I said it's okay.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Just trying to exercise. How's your day going?
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
I have to share this. Yesterday I was spiraling from a huge trigger. As I stood in my bedroom arguing with the individual who triggered me, my dog, Jasper, jumped into action. He rubbed up agaist my legs. When I kept speaking in a raised tone, frustrated and angry,
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
#CPTSD When it's harmful to forgive.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
It is a cult tactic to manufacture outrage at anyone who thinks differently. It is a type of brainwashing. No dialogue, no chance you might change your opinions, or see a different side of things. Do you know any organization that does this? #complextrauma
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
How to teach yourself that you are worthy of love. #cptsd
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
After learning I had C-PTSD, I had to learn to love myself again. I did it by doing self-care. Here's some ways: 1. I learned all the different ways to say "no." It helped. Like, "I'd love to, but can't tonight. 2. Taking back hobbies I loved: playing the piano, hiking, and kataking to name a few.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
My dog, Jasper.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Are your burdens keeping you down?
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Do you feel like you missed out?
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Never give up the work! We can do this healing thing.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Don't let them dissuade you about your suffering.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
#cptsd Trauma is in your body. You can try to ignore it. But your body still carries it. This is the difference between a unfortunate thing happening and being traumatized. Eventually, it will affect your immune system. That's why trauma therapy is a must.
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Hundreds of individuals have symptoms consistent with complex trauma, but live with those symptoms as they increase to the point of causing health issues and emotional overwhelmed. Do you know the symptoms of trauma?
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Do you identify with these symptoms? Let me know in the comments. #CPTSD
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Amy G N @trotter47.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
#CPTSD I think back to the years I suffered regular nightmares, getting overwhelmed at the stupidest things, and fearing letting anyone get close to me for fear of betrayal. I learned these are symptoms of C-PTSD. What symptoms do you have?
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