Most of us have experienced trauma at some level throughout our lives. This can range from minor incidents to significant singular events. However, trauma doesn’t always look like a single event. Sometimes it’s small experiences that develop over time, so small that we might not even recognize when they happen.
Unpacking trauma can feel overwhelming and, depending on the severity of the trauma, even scary and unsafe. But understanding trauma and its impact on our lives is more than just a therapeutic exercise. For those working through addiction recovery, it’s critical for long-term recovery.
