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Addicted to Trauma: How the Mind Becomes Wired for Pain—and How to Reclaim It
Written by
Geoff Bourgeois

Addicted to Trauma: How the Mind Becomes Wired for Pain—and How to Reclaim It

Trauma addiction isn’t just psychological—it’s physiological. This in-depth exploration connects the dots between neuroplasticity and trauma, cortisol and PTSD, and how negative self-talk becomes hardwired through myelination trauma loops. Whether you're a high-performance athlete or just beginning your healing trauma habits, this article delivers powerful insights from sports psychology that can help rewire your brain, reclaim peace, and even improve your focus on the pickleball court. A must-read for anyone serious about negative self-talk recovery and performance under pressure.