Benjamin Allen

The (Complex) PTSD Guy

Sharing challenges and solutions for growing up with Complex PTSD.

Author

Benjamin Allen

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Education

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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2024

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Episodes

Saffy, Absolutely Fabulous review: Part 1 26.02.2022

I give my opinions about how I could see Saffy, from the comedy TV series Absolutely Fabulous, being an example of someone who could develop Complex PTSD from long-term psychological abuse. BTY, this is my favorite show of all time.

Finding Joy and Gratitude: Personal story 25.02.2022

Recent events and positive changes in my own life. I mention Joyce Meyer on YouTube, she's very inspiring for helping me see things more positively.

Movie review: I, Tonya part 3 24.02.2022

Final review for I, Tonya. Tonya gets into the 1994 Winter Olympics and her world turns upside down in a matter of days. This was such a big ordeal I actually never knew Nancy Kerrigan was able to perform in those Olympics. Learn something new every day.

Movie review: I, Tonya part 2 23.02.2022

Further review of I, Tonya, and leading up to the 1994 Winter Olympics Figure Skating competition. Will do part 3 tomorrow.

Movie review: I, Tonya 22.02.2022

Review of the movie I, Tonya. I chose this movie based on the abuse Tonya Harding endured, according to this film. I believe this is a good example of what a childhood of someone who has Complex PTSD can look like, of course trauma comes in many forms.

The Punisher: Brief chat 21.02.2022

The Punisher, a brief chat and where you can watch the series for the next seven days until will no longer be available. Next podcasts on the I, Tonya movie and character of Saffy from Absolutely Fabulous.

Finding Comedy in your Complex PTSD 21.02.2022

Mention English comedian Tom Ward and the talk about the Sad Clown paradox. Also talk about other famous comedians who have dealt with emotional/mental pain. Favorite comedy shows that lighten my mood.

Movie review: American Sniper part 3 20.02.2022

Final review for American Sniper. More details about The Punisher and real details related to the characters and making of this movie. Next podcast will be about British comedian Tom Ward who focuses on his own Complex PTSD.

Movie review: American Sniper part 2 19.02.2022

Second review for American Sniper. Chris meets his nemesis and his trauma is showing up in his home life.

Movie review: American Sniper 19.02.2022

My review of American Sniper, part 1

Movie review: Manchester by the Sea part 3 18.02.2022

Final review for Manchester by the Sea. Critique on characters who were dropped from storyline, and wish the ending had more of a solution for the character with past trauma.

Movie review: Manchester by the Sea part 2 18.02.2022

Further review of Manchester by the Sea. Opening up when you have PTSD can take time but we see it finally happen. There will be one more review, after this one, for this film.

Movie review: Manchester by the Sea 18.02.2022

Review of Manchester by the Sea and I reference a few comedies related to PTSD because we need to laugh at ourselves sometimes. I also discuss a comedian I came across, Tom Ward, who focuses on Complex PTSD.

Movie review of Mystic River: Part 3 12.02.2022

WOW, the ending of this movie was shocking and did not disappoint! Final review of Mystic River. Well written movie.

Movie review of Mystic River: Part 2 11.02.2022

Part 2 review of Mystic River. Movie about a character with PTSD. Very impressive movie!

Movie review of Mystic River: Relates to PTSD 11.02.2022

Give a review of Mystic River. I am doing a few reviews of movies that involve PTSD.

Movie Reviews: Coming soon 08.02.2022

Give some details about what my next few episodes will be about. I'll be reviewing movies, TV shows, books that relate to PTSD or trauma.

Neuropsychology and Traumatic Brain Injury 03.02.2022

Recently mentioned to someone that I wonder sometimes if maybe I have traumatic brain injury from an extreme car crash years ago. She recommended trying to see a neuropsychologist and I explain here what that is and how they treat you/what they test for.

Easily Irritated? 31.01.2022

Episode about ways to cope with irritability and anger. Found a hilarious YouTube channel where a woman and her husband, Jen and Jay, talk about some of great shows and movies, it's called Real Housewives Recaps. It's hilarious 😅

Soul-Selfie Interview with author Heather Carter 19.01.2022

Interview with author Heather Carter about her book on transformation and hope and healing: Soul-Selfie.

Book about PTSD: The Catcher in the Rye 17.01.2022

My review of The Catcher in the Rye. I haven't read this since high school but in my opinion, and others agree, this is a book about a youth with PTSD. I've always loved this book and appreciate it even more after reading it as an adult.

Great show that I recommend! Take time to relax. 11.01.2022

Great show that has brought me personal joy and relief: Emily in Paris! Good to take a break from self-analysis and just relax. Relate to the French culture and it inspires me.

Self-Destructive Behavior and Remedies 09.01.2022

Two great articles on self-destruction, laziness, isolation and self-criticism and Remedies for these things, and how to acquire more energy for your daily life. Also loneliness and a remedy for that.

Equine Therapy 05.01.2022

Equine (Horse) Therapy. More info on the benefits of working with horses for trauma, stress, anxiety, isolation, all based on a local place that has trained mental health and professional psychotherapy staff. I read from their website how this works. Enjoy!

Therapy involving horses, family history and more! 04.01.2022

Equine therapy, working with horses for PTSD, anxiety and depression, etc. My family history in England, current issues and how I found something really relatable to my current life situation in Harry Potter and The Order of The Phoenix, Lol, might sound silly but it's true.

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