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You’re Not Broken — You’re Protecting
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When you’re pregnant again after a traumatic or difficult birth, fear can show up fast — and it can feel like something’s wrong with you. But what if that fear is actually your body’s way of trying to keep you safe?
In this short, soothing episode, Katie shares a powerful mindset shift to help you understand your anxiety with more compassion — and ends with a short guided compassionate exercise to help calm your nervous system and reconnect with your body gently.
✨ What you’ll hear:
- Why fear in this pregnancy doesn’t mean you’re broken
- How trauma activates our brain’s protection mode
- A gentle reframe using a compassion-focused therapy theory
- A short guided practice to activate your soothing system
Perfect for a quiet moment with your headphones, this episode is designed to help you feel a little more supported — right now.
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