
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

Nov 4, 2024 • 23min
Childhood Trauma Robs Your Spirit. Here's How to Get It Back
So many people are walking through their lives with a crushed spirit. All their hope confidence, or the inner power to do anything more than to just survive has been taken from them. They’ve forgotten who they really are, they avoid connection, and they now struggle to detect the difference between right and wrong. When your spirit is intact – you don’t put up with mistreatment. And you don’t give up on life, because your vision of what you want in your life is very PRESENT for you, In this video I teach about how your spirit can get harmed -- what that looks like, how some people get stuck in this limited state, and what you can do to recover fully and live the happy and connected life you know you were mean to have.
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Send your questions & comments to: hello@crappychildhoodfairy.com
NEED ONLINE THERAPY? *BetterHelp* can connect you with a licensed, online therapist: https://betterhelp.com/CCF

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Nov 3, 2024 • 1h 46min
Overcome Hardships and Change Your Life (4-Video Compilation)
Dive into the transformative journey of healing from childhood trauma! Discover practical strategies for emotional regulation and self-awareness. Learn how simple routines like writing and exercise can uplift mood and manage anxiety. Explore the healing power of nature and community support. Uncover the signs of recovery from complex PTSD and embrace a mindset shift from victimhood to empowerment. With actionable insights, this discussion offers a hopeful path toward a happier, more connected life.

Nov 1, 2024 • 19min
"Spiritual Bypassing" Means Justifying Giving 10x More Than You Get
The conversation dives into the concept of spiritual bypassing, where individuals justify staying in unfulfilling relationships by romanticizing sacrifice. It highlights the struggles of caring for a partner with trauma while balancing self-care. The dangers of codependency are explored, revealing the emotional toll it takes on those involved. Listeners are encouraged to recognize the signs of one-sided relationships and prioritize their own well-being, emphasizing the importance of personal growth amidst emotional challenges.

Oct 30, 2024 • 28min
Trauma-Driven Choices That Destabilize Your Life
Exploring the complex dynamics of relationships impacted by childhood trauma, this conversation dives into the struggles of breaking free from harmful environments. One poignant story highlights a mother's challenge of navigating her polyamorous relationship while protecting her child's well-being. It emphasizes the importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing personal authenticity to foster healthier connections, showcasing the journey towards healing and self-discovery.

Oct 28, 2024 • 18min
Great Friendships Grow When You Master These Skills
So many people struggle to find and keep and deepen good friendships with good people. Yet research shows that the people you hang out with have a bigger effect on how your life goes than just about anything else. They influence the choices you make. They influence the standards you set for yourself. They influence the other people you're going to meet, yet who teaches you how to make and keep good friends? Many parents didn't model it for our generation. In this video, I teach you practical friendship skills that will serve you the rest of your life.
How to Be a Better Friend: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3WS0475
🟢 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

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Oct 27, 2024 • 1h 53min
Heal These Common Trauma Symptoms That Block Advancement
Discover how childhood trauma and PTSD can stifle career growth and what you can do about it. Learn practical strategies for overcoming trauma-related challenges, like setting boundaries and improving emotional regulation. Explore the importance of community support in healing and how to recognize and manage triggers. Plus, find out how customer service interactions impact emotions, and get tips on fostering kindness and empathy in challenging situations. It's a pathway to professional fulfillment and personal growth!

Oct 25, 2024 • 26min
How to Break Free of ENTANGLEMENT With Exes
Entanglement happens in relationships where there is a) emotional messiness, b) fear of leaving the relationship even when that's what you want, and c) one or both people are trying to justify things behaviors that harmed the relationship in the first place. Entanglement tends to go in circles -- an attachment that’s more driven by desperation than commitment, so it tends to make both people feel crazy, In this video I respond to a letter from a woman who was traumatized as a child and finds herself unable to leave a relationship that's made her miserable.
Signs You Are in a Codependent Relationship: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3pwt5c6
🟢 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

Oct 23, 2024 • 12min
What It Means When He's "Monogamous With His Mother"
Sometimes our childhood experiences make us WAY too good at overlooking our own needs, prompting us to "donate" all our time and effort to the life of someone else, who can’t or won’t return the favor. One kind of emotional unavailability, defined in the book “No More Mr. Nice Guy" by Robert Glover, is a man who is what he calls “monogamous with his mother.” This is a deep kind of dysfunction that only the man himself could ever fix. In this video, I respond to a letter from a woman who loves such a man. My response may not be what she wants to hear.
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🟢 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

Oct 21, 2024 • 40min
Your Clutter May Be A Trauma Symptom
Explore how clutter can reflect deeper emotional struggles linked to trauma. Discover the connection between disorganized spaces and mental health, along with personal stories of overcoming hoarding habits. Learn to let go of emotional baggage in various life domains, including relationships and media. Gain practical strategies for decluttering both physically and emotionally to foster healing and self-empowerment. Plus, find out what made a recent video on this topic go viral!

Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 18min
Stop the Damage From These Parents Now (4-Video Compilation)
Childhood trauma can leave lasting impacts on adult relationships, especially feelings of being unheard. The struggles of breaking free from toxic familial and romantic bonds are shared, highlighting the need for community support. Emphasizing self-trust, the journey to healing involves distancing from negativity and embracing resilience. Exploring complex family dynamics, particularly after coming out as transgender, underscores the importance of setting boundaries. Practical self-care strategies and therapy play vital roles in recovery and rebuilding connections.