Episode Summary
In this episode of Resilience Agenda Radio, Hadleigh is joined by Dr. Kate Truitt, a renowned clinical psychologist, neuroscientist, and author of Keep Breathing: A Memoir of Resilience. Dr. Truitt shares her personal journey of navigating profound grief and trauma following the sudden loss of her fiancé, and how she turned her experiences into a mission to help others.
Combining cutting-edge neuroscience with practical mental health tools, Dr. Truitt explains how we can cultivate resilience, manage anxiety, and grow from adversity. This episode is a treasure trove of actionable insights for anyone looking to improve their Mental Fitness and create a life of meaning and purpose.
What You Will Learn
- The story behind Dr. Truitt’s personal tragedy and her path to healing and growth.
- The difference between PTSD and post-traumatic growth, and how to transition from one to the other.
- Practical tools like CPR for the Amygdala for managing anxiety and building resilience.
- How self-compassion serves as a cornerstone for healing and mental health.
- The role of neuroplasticity in overcoming adversity and shaping a more empowered future.
- Why not all trauma needs to be revisited and how to focus on creating the present and future you want.
About Dr. Kate Truitt
Dr. Kate Truitt is an international bestselling author, clinical psychologist, and neuroscientist, internationally acclaimed for her expertise in the fields of trauma, stress, and resilience. As the founder of the Truitt Institute, she integrates cutting-edge neuroscience into mental health training and seminars.
She also leads Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates and serves as CEO of both the Amy Research Foundation and the Trauma Counseling Center of Los Angeles. An essential part of the Goldie Hawn Foundation and MindUP Scientific Advisory Committee, Dr. Truitt passionately advocates for mental health literacy and empowerment globally. With an impressive social media following of over 160,000, she regularly shares valuable mental health insights.
Memorable Quotes
- “Sometimes, all you can do is keep breathing – and that 1% effort is enough to keep going.”
- “Post-traumatic growth isn’t about forgetting the trauma – it’s about giving it a different job in your life.”
- “Healing doesn’t require reliving every painful moment; sometimes it’s about building a better future, not reopening the past.”
- “Self-compassion is a learned skill, not something we’re born with, but it’s one of the most powerful tools for resilience.”
Books and Resources
Books
- Keep Breathing: A Psychologist’s Intimate Journey Through Loss, Trauma, and Rediscovering Life
- Healing in Your Hands: Self-Havening Practices to Harness Neuroplasticity, Heal Traumatic Stress, and Build Resilience
Resources
- Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates: https://drtruitt.com/
- Truitt Institute: https://truittinstitute.com/
- Free Chapter 1 Download of Keep Breathing: Download Here
Ways to Connect with Dr. Truitt
- Website: https://www.drkatetruitt.com/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrKateTruitt/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.katetruitt/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkatetruitt/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/drkatetruitt
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.katetruit
