Flushing It Out23 Helmi 2021

Episode 60 - Amanda Huffman: The Reality of PTSD

This week, Samantha talks with Amanda Huffman, host of the podcast, "Women Of The Military" and of the blog, airmantomom.com. Amanda shares her story of coping with PTSD and her journey from recognition to healing. She shares a heartbreaking story that we can all relate to of reacting to triggers and yelling at her two year old son, and then explains how PTSD caused by her deployment in Afghanistan led to unhealthy habits. Amanda reminds us that it isn't healthy to ignore the hurts we have on the inside and that our bodies can remember certain circumstances that our minds have purposefully forgotten. She reminds us also of the power that exists from telling our stories in safe environments.

Amanda explains that since doing the work, she has moved on from taking the route of shame when she gets triggered and now talks openly with her kids about her PTSD because she knows that it is the best way for them to understand. When somebody comes to you seeking help, Amanda explains why we shouldn't brush them off and tell them they'll be fine, and that's it's really hard to come forward and seek help in the first place.

Amanda Huffman has a passion for the stories and accomplishments of women in the military, which has led her to do what she can to give back to that community. Her way of giving back is by providing multiple platforms to highlight and celebrate the amazing things women have done in and for the military. You can find her podcast on your favorite podcast streaming app by searching "Women Of The Military," and her blog can be found at airmantomom.com

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