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 23, 2026

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Episodes

Something that might make you smile, video. 16.02.2023

The actors from one of my favorite shows (Absolutely Fabulous), are doing one of my favorite things (cooking) and I thought you might like it. If you're needing a smile on your face this might bring it. Comic relief is a necessary thing in life.

Movie about domestic abuse, you might relate to. 16.02.2023

I just went to a new movie and you might relate to it if you've ever been in a domestic abuse situation. It's called Missing.

Fasting and focusing, and correction to last podcast. 14.02.2023

Just a few tips on how fasting relates to better focus. And small correction to last podcast.

Zodiac sign and money tip. 14.02.2023

I wanted to share some zodiac sign information related to my birthday tomorrow and I also finally figured out a solution to a key issue I've struggled with for years regarding saving my money.

Correction to last podcast, Monday nights. 13.02.2023

Just a quick correction to last podcast. That show I recommended is actually on Monday nights.

Fasting this week and show you might relate to. 12.02.2023

Just sharing some changes I'm making in order to stick with my goals.

Getting out of your own headspace. 12.02.2023

The importance of getting out of your home environment and changing the view if you are struggling with major stress or sadness. Cardio exercise is majorly helpful for this too.

My dream came true 11.02.2023

Remember the podcast I did about Dreams, I did it February 6. Well, it came true.

Positive World Outlook 10.02.2023

Tips from my own experience on how to come to a positive world outlook. A lot of it has to do with thinking things through and being rational.

Negative World Outlook vs Positive. 10.02.2023

This is a two part episode. I focus in on three key areas of having a negative world outlook and how this can stem from growing up in trauma. Tonight I will talk about having a positive world outlook and I think it will make a lot more sense why having a positive outlook is better for you.

Rosemary recipes: Your diet and mental health 09.02.2023

I've put some recipes up on my Twitter page. The Complex PTSD Guy. They all incorporate Rosemary because it's one of the few herbs that helps with memory, which I would assume helps you focus. Focus and memory have been things I've struggled with due to stress.

Foods and aromas for focus and memory. 08.02.2023

Bone broth stew recipe and other foods to help with focus and memory. And a few aromas too and one particular plant that helps with memory and focus.

Staying on track and getting away from feeling discouraged. 08.02.2023

Tips on staying in track with your goals if you're feeling discouraged.

Dreams 06.02.2023

Just had five mini nightmares. Wanted to share about what occurred. Sometimes these things come true, they normally don't but I like to keep a record on this podcast in case they do.

Friendships and Complex PTSD 06.02.2023

Some thoughts on friendships and Complex PTSD.

Interpersonal communication. 03.02.2023

Some recent developments related to interpersonal communication and trying new things.

Good results from the money class, continued. 03.02.2023

A few more good results from the money class.

Results from journaling my behavior. 03.02.2023

Just a few results from journaling my behavior.

Don't get discouraged. Just hang in there. 30.01.2023

Something just happened that used to be a big trigger for me in regards to saving money and wanting to give up. I wanted to share while it was fresh and point out why you shouldn't give up on your goals.

Increasing your classroom abilities. 30.01.2023

Was recently inspired to do a podcast on how to approach classroom skills in a more functional way, especially if you struggle with focus due to Complex PTSD.

Self Control, I think I finally found it. 29.01.2023

Surprisingly I think I found some self control. I wasn't expecting that and I think it stems from my new routine and that money class I took.

Results from recent changes I've made. 27.01.2023

Sharing some of the results from the recent changes I've made in my life. It's amazing how quickly it's happening and it's all good too.

Criticism: Take it with a grain of salt. 26.01.2023

Just a few tips on something that works for me in relation to when people are criticizing or stressing me out... Take it with a grain of salt.

Creating a healthy routine. 25.01.2023

Update on what I learned when I wrote out a list of my behavior and particularly how I'm changing my routine to better myself.

Struggling with resolutions? Don't do too much at once. 25.01.2023

Just a few tips on keeping up your New Year resolutions. Don't do too much at once. I'm starting mine today and will be saving up to 200 dollars a month because of it. Hang in there.

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