Guards Down - Overcoming Complicated Grief and PTSD through Culturally Sensitive Therapy Hosted by Greg Washington

Being Intentional

Greg Washington

Greg speaks with an old West Point friend Seneca Vaughn, where they discuss their time together in school and the state of the world. Seneca also dives into the topics of trauma and grief and how she applies her studies of East Asian medicine to help others and herself.

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Instagram: https://www.instvagram.com/senecaraevaughn/
E-Mail: seneca.vaughn@gmail.com
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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seneca-vaughn-352a63126/

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[0:01-5:42] Opening Segment

 

[5:42-33:57] Seneca’s Background and dealing with Trauma and Grief

  • Seneca speaks about her family life and upbringing
  • She talks on why she has had to be intentional with her life
  • Was she taught by anyone growing up how to deal with trauma and grief?

[33:57-1:07:56] The Healing Process

  • Seneca discusses her healthy and unhealthy coping techniques and how she handled her military friend’s deaths
  • What were the signs of trauma and grief?

[1:07:56-1:20:23] East Asian Medicine and Acupuncture

  • Seneca goes into explaining her studies in East Asian medicine
  • She specifically speaks on acupuncture and answers some commonly asked questions about it

[1:20:23-1:30:25] Reflection

  • Are there times you ever break down?
  • Seeking professional help
  • What advice would you give your younger self?

[1:30:25-1:35:04] Closing Segment


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