Returning guest, Joe Ryan, is on the pod to discuss navigating dating with CPTSD, attraction vs. attachment, the importance of developing an unshakable sense of self., setting boundaries with family members and the importance of sitting with our feelings. Joe Ryan knows trauma because he’s lived it and learned to live beyond it.  Joe has been on a lifelong journey to overcome trauma, shame, and the demons that plagued him from early in life. Now Joe is turning his mission outward, helping others conquer their traumatic experiences through his podcast (“It’s Not You, It’s Your Trauma“) and one-on-one coaching.https://joeryan.com/Support the Podcast -https://www.patreon.com/adultchildSHITSHOW MERCH - www.adultchildpodcast.com/shopwww.buymeacoffee.com/adultchildFollow Andrea on social -www.instagram.com/adultchildpodwww.tiktok.com/@adultchildpodMid-roll music source https://soundcloud.com/djericfaria/eric-faria-rmx-george-benson-give-me-the-night (I do not own the rights of song - for entertainment purposes only)-----------------------------EPISODE SPONSOREleanor Health provides flexible, accessible, comprehensive approach to addiction and mental health recovery with locations in Massachusetts, Texas, Louisiana, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio & Washington. They believe that in order to achieve long-term recovery, the whole person must be treated - rather than just one's  addiction - including one's mental, physical, and social health.Services Provided -- Medical assisted treatment- Psychiatry- Counselling & support groups - Recovery coaching- Help for loved onesContact Information -www.eleanorhealth.com866-511-2601Support the show