
The Crappy Childhood Fairy Podcast with Anna Runkle
I’m Anna Runkle, also known as the Crappy Childhood Fairy, and I teach people to recognize and heal the symptoms of Childhood PTSD. Welcome to my podcast!I’m not a doctor or therapist; I know about childhood trauma because I lived it, and I discovered a radical approach to healing that focuses first on calming neurological dysregulation, which is common in people who grew up with abuse and neglect. In my podcasts, I teach about dysregulation – how to know if you have it, what it can do to your body, your thinking and your relationships, and what to do to master re-regulation. When I learned this, everything in my life got suddenly easier. I’ll also be teaching you to heal the life problems that so often develop after years of living dysregulated – feeling tired, isolated and unfocused, finding yourself always drawn to unavailable and inappropriate partners, and falling WAY short of your professional potential, for example. The thing about me is, traditional therapies never seemed to help me. When I found techniques that did work, my whole life changed. Only in the past few years has the trauma research caught up to explain why – why the techniques I use worked, why therapy didn’t, and why my healing journey was so unnecessarily long. I’ve been teaching what I learned for more than 20 years now. It started with friends who had noticed the quick and dramatic change in me, and gradually grew by word of mouth. In 2016, I had so many people seeking instruction that I made my first online video, and then an online course, and this is how Crappy Childhood Fairy was born. My techniques and principles are practical yet powerful – an approach anyone can use, whether or not you have access to professional help. In this podcast, I’ll be talking about the master of self-regulation, and teach the tough-love life-lessons that you may not have learned at home – like how to date so that stable love finds you, how to get ahead at work, and how to calm the negative hamster-wheel thoughts that block your ability to connect with other people. Today, almost half a million people follow my work and participate in my training and coaching programs. My mission is to change the paradigm of what’s possible for people like us, and to help you free yourself from the oppression of trauma wounds, and to become your full, happy and real self. I’m glad you’re here! Watch new videos on my YouTube channel every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and access my videos, courses and free tools at crappychildhoodfairy.com.
Latest episodes

Jun 16, 2025 • 31min
STOP Trying to Make People Respect You & DO THIS Instead
Explore the misconception that respect can be demanded, and learn why personal boundaries are essential for emotional well-being. The discussion highlights the importance of self-regulation and self-awareness, especially for those with trauma backgrounds. Relationships are reframed as a balance of compromise and personal awareness, illustrating how childhood experiences shape our interactions. Lastly, navigate the dynamics of influence in relationships and discover the significance of selective engagement for meaningful change.

Jun 11, 2025 • 24min
He Cheated, Lied, and Gaslit Me… So Why Can’t I Leave?
🔴 TAKE THE QUIZ: Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
🟢 TRY MY FREE COURSE: The Daily Practice: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
I've got lots of info and links for you below. But first, PLEASE READ: I am not a therapist or physician. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information provided on this channel is not intended to be a substitute for in-person professional medical advice. It is not intended to replace the services of a therapist, physician, or other qualified professional, nor does it constitute a therapist-client physician or quasi-physician relationship. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.
*GET MY BOOK,* "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY
*NEED ONLINE THERAPY?* BetterHelp can connect you with a licensed, online therapist: https://betterhelp.com/CCF
*LINKS AND INFO: *
🟢 *Become a Member!* Access ALL my courses, webinars, group coaching & online community http://bit.ly/3Zfx9dN
🟢 Take My Online Course: *Healing Childhood PTSD* http://bit.ly/3k6gQQH
🟢 *Change Trauma-Driven Dating Patterns* Online course: Dating & Relationships for People with CPTSD http://bit.ly/3IBbrv7
🟢 *Learn to Heal Dysregulation* Online course: Dysregulation Bootcamp http://bit.ly/3ZpjGAh
🟢 *Heal Isolation and Build Better Relationships* Online course: Connection Bootcamp http://bit.ly/3iuUEPz
🟢 *Coaching Programs & LIVE Calls with Anna* 🔹 Real Love Coaching Program: Apply Now: https://bit.ly/3Qjdozs 🔹 8-Week Coaching Intensive for Help Healing Trauma Symptoms: https://bit.ly/3wjVVjg 🔹 Join LIVE Webinars with Me: https://bit.ly/3ifhJ8U
🟢 *Struggling with Food and Weight?* Take the Quiz to Find Out if Carb Sensitivity is a Factor (this helped me lose 27 pounds recently): https://ble.life/V9fe9O (I receive commissions on referrals & recommend services I know and trust)

Jun 10, 2025 • 41min
If Food And Weight Control Your Life You'll Want to Watch THIS
*SUSAN'S QUIZ:: https://www.brightlineeating.com/weight-loss-drugs-and-beyond-susceptibility-quiz-aff-jun25?ref=af---anna37
*SUSAN'S VIDEO SERIES: https://www.brightlineeating.com/weight-loss-drugs-and-beyond-video-invitation-aff-jun25?ref=af---anna71 From Crappy Childhood Fairy
🔴 TAKE THE QUIZ: Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
🟢 TRY MY FREE COURSE: The Daily Practice: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
*GET MY BOOK,* "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY
PLEASE READ: I am not a therapist or physician. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information provided on this channel is not intended to be a substitute for in-person professional medical advice. It is not intended to replace the services of a therapist, physician, or other qualified professional, nor does it constitute a therapist-client physician or quasi-physician relationship. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Jun 9, 2025 • 24min
When NO ONE Heard You as a Kid… HERE’S What It Does to You Now
🔴 TAKE THE QUIZ: Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
🟢 TRY MY FREE COURSE: The Daily Practice: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
*GET MY BOOK,* "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY
PLEASE READ: I am not a therapist or physician. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information provided on this channel is not intended to be a substitute for in-person professional medical advice. It is not intended to replace the services of a therapist, physician, or other qualified professional, nor does it constitute a therapist-client physician or quasi-physician relationship. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Jun 7, 2025 • 22min
#1 Simple Technique To Overcome Fear & Anxiety Quickly
🔴 TAKE THE QUIZ: Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
🟢 TRY MY FREE COURSE: The Daily Practice: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
*GET MY BOOK,* "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY
PLEASE READ: I am not a therapist or physician. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information provided on this channel is not intended to be a substitute for in-person professional medical advice. It is not intended to replace the services of a therapist, physician, or other qualified professional, nor does it constitute a therapist-client physician or quasi-physician relationship. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Jun 6, 2025 • 12min
Surprising Signs You're NOT "Messy"— It's a Trauma Response
🔴 TAKE THE QUIZ: Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
🟢 TRY MY FREE COURSE: The Daily Practice: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
*GET MY BOOK,* "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY
PLEASE READ: I am not a therapist or physician. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information provided on this channel is not intended to be a substitute for in-person professional medical advice. It is not intended to replace the services of a therapist, physician, or other qualified professional, nor does it constitute a therapist-client physician or quasi-physician relationship. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

4 snips
Jun 4, 2025 • 28min
It Took Me 25+ Years To Learn What I'm About To Tell You In 26 Minutes
The speaker shares their journey through job struggles influenced by past trauma. They reflect on feelings of neglect in a decade-long office role, realizing their self-worth. The discussion emphasizes breaking free from toxic work environments and advocating for personal fulfillment. Anecdotes highlight the impact of trauma on professional life and the journey toward healing. Listeners are encouraged to prioritize growth, build supportive relationships, and view employers as clients to redefine workplace satisfaction.

Jun 3, 2025 • 33min
12 Super Specific Signs That Your Childhood Was Extremely Damaging
🔴 TAKE THE QUIZ: Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
🟢 TRY MY FREE COURSE: The Daily Practice: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
*GET MY BOOK,* "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY
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PLEASE READ: I am not a therapist or physician. My videos are for educational purposes only. Information provided on this channel is not intended to be a substitute for in-person professional medical advice. It is not intended to replace the services of a therapist, physician, or other qualified professional, nor does it constitute a therapist-client physician or quasi-physician relationship. If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

May 26, 2025 • 9min
Why Narcissists Want To Stay FRIENDS After They Break Up With You
When you dated them, it started out AMAZING -- like you were made for each other. But as soon as you got close to them, they started casually bringing up their many “friends” – friends they’d had sex with in the past, friends you had weird feeling were kind of maybe still having sex with them, but you were embarassed to ask. In this video I break down the signs that you've been worn down from a love interest to a source of supply for your narcissistic ex, and what you can do about it!
🟢 GET MY BOOK "Re-Regulated": https://bit.ly/4dRI8Sj
TAKE THE QUIZ: *Signs Early Trauma Is Affecting You Now: http://bit.ly/3GhE65z
TRY MY FREE COURSE: *The Daily Practice*: http://bit.ly/3X1BrE0
VISIT MY WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/3CxgkRY

May 16, 2025 • 28min
What Does It Mean Losing Friends Is a Pattern?
If a friend suddenly refuses to speak to you and you don’t understand why, it may be that they were not a good friend in the first place. But if it keeps happening with several friends, the evidence points to something in you – a blind spot, or an unconscious habit of saying or doing something that hurts other people – that pushes people away. In this video, I respond to a letter from a woman who is scared to consider that SHE may be the one who is damaging connections.
Do You Struggle to Connect with People?: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3LcjDD8
🟢 Order My New Book, RE-REGULATED: https://bit.ly/4dtGVze
Take my FREE Course or Quizzes: https://bit.ly/40M2YeW
Enroll in my Courses or Membership: https://bit.ly/3HP5qcf
Send your questions & comments to: hello@crappychildhoodfairy.com
NEED ONLINE THERAPY? *BetterHelp* can connect you with a licensed, online therapist: https://betterhelp.com/CCF