Benjamin Allen

The (Complex) PTSD Guy

Sharing challenges and solutions for growing up with Complex PTSD.

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Author

Benjamin Allen

Category

Education

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Oct 20, 2026

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Episodes

How some types of self-help can actually be self-defeatest 07.01.2024

How I think some types of self-help can actually be self-defeatest and I give a few bits of advice on things that have actually helped me.

Circular conversations and nonsensical self-help 06.01.2024

How self-help can many times be nonsensical.

Mindfulness: don't take a beautiful moment for granted. 06.01.2024

Something beautiful I wanted to share as an example of mindfulness.

My thoughts on the documentary on long-term abuse. 06.01.2024

I wanted to share a few specific thoughts on the documentary I had talked about.

Seeking out proper treatment 05.01.2024

The importance of finding proper treatment regarding trauma

Some key points about the documentary I mentioned. 05.01.2024

Some key points about the documentary on the victim of Munchausen by proxy.

Euthanasia and quality of life. 05.01.2024

Some taboo talking points and topics related to something that happened today.

Are you bad at reading situations? You might be better than you think. 04.01.2024

When you feel like you're bad at reading friendships or things aren't making sense, don't let it make you feel inadequate. You might be better at reading a situation than what you think you are.

TV series on this Friday, from the perspective of someone who went through long-term trauma. 04.01.2024

A documentary series will be on TV this Friday about Gypsy Rose Blanchard, she experienced long-term trauma growing up. It's on Lifetime. In my opinion she's a perfect example of someone who would be diagnosed with Complex PTSD.

Major Depression and feeling you don't belong where you are. 04.01.2024

What major depression feels like and can lead to feeling like you don't belong where you are.

Two scenarios where Complex PTSD can develop and how the solution can be the same. 03.01.2024

Two scenarios where Complex PTSD can develop and how the solution to them can be the same.

Ways that you may already be doing what you think you can't accomplish 03.01.2024

You might already be doing what you're afraid of pursuing

Aggressive communication and hypocrisy 03.01.2024

When people who communicate aggressively look down on others who show them how aggressive they really are.

Look back to your past accomplishments for future guidance 03.01.2024

Something I had forgotten that reminded me I shouldn't be afraid to pursue my goals

Book about Complex PTSD and tips for calming the mind. 02.01.2024

Book about Complex PTSD and tips for calming the mind.

Correction to last episode 02.01.2024

Quick correction to last episode.

Examples of inspiration for overcoming fear 02.01.2024

Examples of inspiration for overcoming fear. I share a few stories I'm writing too.

Making decisions and fear of failure; don't give up. 01.01.2024

How a fear of making decisions can be related to PTSD and Complex PTSD.

Trouble connecting with people; find a mutual interest first. 31.12.2023

The importance of connecting through a mutual interest, if you have trouble connecting with people.

Are dreams and clairvoyance related to somatization 30.12.2023

Somatization and paralysis occurred when I had my first prophetic dream

Somatization as a symptom of Complex PTSD 29.12.2023

Stress causing physical ailments

Organizing your life and future podcast about books at the library 29.12.2023

The importance of organizing your life based on things you value, and how I might organize a future podcast using books at the library.

Finding joy in critical thinking, which may help with stress 29.12.2023

How finding an outlet for critical thinking has brought me joy

Munchausen and Munchausen by proxy 29.12.2023

Some key points and differences between Munchausen and Munchausen by proxy in relation to abuse and long-term trauma

Keep a calendar for future goals and wellness. 28.12.2023

Keeping a goal calendar to help remove your mind from stress.

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