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Memory Loss, Fog, and Fractured Time

Memory Loss, Fog, and Fractured Time

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 What happens when trauma bends time?When whole chapters of your life vanish, or a single moment stretches endlessly?In this episode of The Void & The Flame, I share one of the most painful memories of my past — words that scarred me so deeply I carried them for decades, misplacing them in time, looping them in my mind, until new context finally set me free.We’ll explore how narcissistic abuse doesn’t just break your heart — it rewires your brain. From memory fog and fractured timelines to the body’s way of holding pain, we’ll look at why these distortions aren’t proof you’re broken, but evidence that your brain and body were protecting you.You’ll also learn practical tools like time anchoring and somatic reframing that you can use right now to soften those loops, calm the fog, and begin rewiring toward healing.This isn’t about polished answers — it’s about raw truth, science-backed understanding, and reclaiming every piece of yourself.🧠 Science & ReferencesThe research and models referenced in this episode:Strange, D., et al. — Memory Distortion for Traumatic Events: The Role of Mental Imagery (PMC)Pitts, E., et al. — PTSD is associated with impaired event processing and memory for everyday activities (Cognitive Research Journal)Giesbrecht, T., et al. — What Drives False Memories in Psychopathology? (PMC)“Trauma, PTSD, and Memory Distortion” — Psychology Today (link)Dual Representation Theory — trauma memory processing (Wikipedia)Progressive Counting — trauma resolution method (Wikipedia)🛠 Tools You’ll Hear AboutNLP Reframes — shifting self-talk from shame to survival wisdom.Somatic Listening — noticing body signals instead of fighting them.Time Anchoring — “Day. Date. One fact.” to pull yourself back into the present.EMDR & Somatic Therapy — modalities to help refile trauma memories.📞 If You Need SupportIf parts of this episode feel heavy, please don’t carry them alone.988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988 (U.S. only). 988lifeline.orgCrisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741 for 24/7 free support. crisistextline.orgNAMI HelpLine — 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) or text NAMI to 62640. nami.orgFind a Therapist — NIMH: Find HelpEMDRIA Resources — emdria.org✍ Connect With MeInstagram: @starlitpathwc84Facebook: The Starlit Path Tarot and TransformationTiktok: @thevoidandtheflameIf you are interested in exploring my coaching program please email me at rachel@starlitpathwc.com
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