https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/Articles on constellations, therapy and life.en-gbhttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/paradox-regressed-mature-traits-cptsd/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/paradox-regressed-mature-traits-cptsd/Complex trauma can leave you highly capable in some areas and suddenly vulnerable in others. Explore why mature and younger-feeling traits can coexist in CPTSD.Complex Trauma & Nervous SystemWed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/when-a-fear-feels-older-than-you/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/when-a-fear-feels-older-than-you/Some fears seem larger or older than the situation in front of us. Explore how family history and systemic patterns can help us understand them with more curiosity and less shame.Healing & Systemic WorkWed, 07 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/hidden-effects-childhood-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/hidden-effects-childhood-trauma/Lisa Bardell explores the quieter effects of childhood trauma, from feeling uneasy with calm to repeating patterns in relationships and everyday life.Childhood TraumaSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/shielding-toxic-family-relationships/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/shielding-toxic-family-relationships/Explore boundaries, guilt and family expectations with Lisa Bardell, including how to choose a level of contact that allows you to remain yourself.Relationships & Family PatternsSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/adult-traits-childhood-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/adult-traits-childhood-trauma/Lisa Bardell looks at adult habits that may relate to childhood trauma, including urgency, delayed feelings, humour and discomfort with being seen.Childhood TraumaSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/adult-rage-childhood-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/adult-rage-childhood-trauma/Explore how childhood experiences can shape adult anger, why small events may feel overwhelming, and what it means to take responsibility for rage.Childhood TraumaSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/adult-money-issues-childhood/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/adult-money-issues-childhood/Lisa Bardell explores how family beliefs and childhood experiences can influence spending, saving and earning, alongside real financial pressures.Childhood TraumaSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/complex-trauma-disordered-eating-food-addiction/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/complex-trauma-disordered-eating-food-addiction/Lisa Bardell explores food, comfort, control and shame, and how trauma can be part of the wider picture of disordered eating and difficult food patterns.Complex Trauma & Nervous SystemSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/pleasure-seeking-complex-trauma-response/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/pleasure-seeking-complex-trauma-response/Lisa Bardell explores the difference between quick relief and lasting nourishment, and how pleasure seeking may relate to unmet needs and complex trauma.Complex Trauma & Nervous SystemSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/intense-adult-traits-childhood-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/intense-adult-traits-childhood-trauma/Explore distrust, intensity and sensitivity with Lisa Bardell, and how adult traits that once offered protection may soften with greater understanding.Childhood TraumaSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/trust-commitment-childhood-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/trust-commitment-childhood-trauma/Lisa Bardell explores trust, commitment, boundaries and consistency, and how childhood experiences can influence the way we approach adult relationships.Relationships & Family PatternsSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/procrastination-complex-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/procrastination-complex-trauma/Lisa Bardell explores fear, shame and perfectionism behind procrastination, while recognising other possible causes and the value of small first steps.Complex Trauma & Nervous SystemSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/under-earning-complex-trauma/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/under-earning-complex-trauma/Lisa Bardell explores visibility, self-worth, family loyalty and receiving payment, alongside the practical and structural pressures that affect earning.Complex Trauma & Nervous SystemSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMThttps://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/avoidance-shrinking-your-life/https://lisabardellconstellations.com/blog/avoidance-shrinking-your-life/Explore how avoidance can gradually narrow everyday life, the difference between safety and old threat, and the possibility of small, tolerable steps.Complex Trauma & Nervous SystemSun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT