Understanding Me!

An introduction to understanding early life adversity, trauma, and toxic stress

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Often we get frustrated with ourselves because of the negative thought patterns, habits and behaviours that we may experience which impact on all areas of our lives including; our health, our relationships, our parenting, our employment and our quality of life. But how often do we stop to think about where these thought patterns, habits and behaviours come from and how to change them? What would our lives look like if we did? This session is all about just that!

  • Understanding how adverse childhood experiences can shape how we see the world and the impact they have on our lives especially on our physical and mental health.

  • Having the opportunity to reflect on how our experiences have affected us and what we can do about it.

  • Focussing on personal resilience and strengths rather than negative experiences.

  • Sharing the evidence base for this information, giving confidence in the hope provided.

What’s the format?

  • 1 session lasting 2 hours with a refreshment break in the middle.

  • The session is interactive – making learning more enjoyable.

Who’s it for?

  • Anyone who has had a difficult childhood and finds themselves caught up in negative thought patterns and destructive habits and behaviours.

  • Anyone who would like to learn more about this to support friends and family whose negative childhood experiences have affected them.