Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald - Unbroken: The Truth About Trauma

In this enlightening conversation, Robin sits down with the remarkable MaryCatherine McDonald, PhD, affectionately known as MC. MC is a research professor and life coach specializing in the intricate world of trauma, stress, and resilience. Through her book, Unbroken: The Trauma Response Is Never Wrong, MC uses her deep understanding of neuroscience and psychology to overturn misconceptions about trauma.In this episode, MC explains what trauma truly is, demystifies triggers, and reveals how our brain and biology are wired to help us navigate these challenging experiences. MC generously shares tested practices and tools to empower you to work with your body's natural coping mechanisms for accelerated healing. She reminds us that at its core, the trauma response is not a sign of weakness, but rather a strength response—a message that resonates deeply. We want to hear from you! Send us your anonymous questions for the Podcast as well as our weekly IG Live Ask The Experts Q&A. https://realloveready.com/submitaquestionLearn more with Dr. MC McDonald:Unbroken: The Trauma Response Is Never Wrong: https://www.amazon.com/Unbroken-Trauma-Response-Never-Things/dp/1683648846FOLLOW MARYCATHERINE AT: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TIKTOKFOLLOW RLR: INSTAGRAM | FACEBOOK | TWITTERWatch the podcast on YouTube: youtube.com/realloveready Credits: the Let’s Talk Love Podcast is hosted by Robin Ducharme, recorded and edited by Maia Anstey, and transcribed by Otter.ai.

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Let’s Talk Love brings you advice and insights from trusted experts to help you expand the ways you love, relate, and communicate. Real Love Ready founder and host Robin Ducharme invites guests into conversations that get to the heart of what makes relationships joyful, challenging, and fulfilling. Along the way, they share valuable insights and provide you with practical tools to build self-awareness and develop stronger communication skills. Together, we dive into the big questions around relationships — including all the messy, sexy, awkward, complicated parts of love.