Go Quote by Jeff Bauman
“Isolation is huge when you go through something traumatizing. You tend to want to isolate and kind of hide in your hole and kind of just go away.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Survivor testimony, post‑trauma discussion
Trauma drives people to isolate, seeking safety in solitude, but this can deepen distress.
In simple terms: Trauma makes you want to hide away.
Balance connection with needed solitude.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- therapy sessions
- support groups
- personal recovery plans
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you safely reconnect after trauma?
- What boundaries help protect while engaging?
Isolation can hinder recovery if prolonged.