
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

Sep 30, 2024 • 17min
What to Do When They Push Their Views On You
Dive into the world of opinion bullies and their impact on self-expression and trauma survivors. The discussion highlights how these bullies thrive on power, pushing their views while disregarding respectful dialogue. Learn effective strategies to stand up to them gracefully, preserving relationships while affirming your beliefs. Discover the signs of healing trauma and how setting boundaries can empower you in your interactions. This insightful conversation is both empowering and timely.

Sep 29, 2024 • 1h 7min
Childhood Bonds With Parents Drives You Now (4-Video Compilation)
When you weren’t loved properly as a child, your brain will tell you that the first person who is kind to you is the ONE, and you have to be with them, and you have to be with them NOW. CPTSD and attachment wounds can push you to attach instantly with someone you don’t even know. And often, after you’ve lost all boundaries, you start to see that the other person is NOT what you thought. But your attachment wound will keep you from leaving, and keep you blaming yourself for why THEY treat you so badly! In this video, I respond to a letter from a woman who rushed into a relationship and is now left alone and in pain. Hear why it's so important to heal this tendency and come back to reality.
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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

Sep 27, 2024 • 10min
Boyfriend’s Insensitive Comment May Not Be the Problem
Relationships can be complex, especially when hurtful comments surface. A young woman's distress over her boyfriend's remarks about exes sparks a discussion on emotional challenges in communication. The impact of alcohol is examined, along with strategies for navigating sensitive topics. Additionally, the podcast explores societal beauty standards and the journey towards self-acceptance, emphasizing the importance of liberating oneself from harmful comparisons to foster genuine attractiveness. Tune in for insights and tough love advice!

Sep 25, 2024 • 22min
Their Life Is a Mess and THEY BLAME YOU
Sibling relationships can be a minefield, especially when the legacy of trauma complicates support. A listener grapples with whether to aid struggling siblings at the risk of being drawn into their chaos. Navigating toxic family dynamics and manipulation leads to heated confrontations and a search for emotional clarity. The importance of setting boundaries and expressing difficult emotions for healing is emphasized. Online therapy resources are highlighted as a means to empower personal growth and self-preservation.

Sep 23, 2024 • 52min
10 Ways Past Trauma Suppresses Income (How to Change This Now)
One thing trauma experts don’t talk about enough is the connection between growing up with trauma – and UNDER-EARNING. This is a huge problem for so many of us with CPTSD. And when you’re underearning – it can be hard to see clearly why that’s happening, and what you can do to get your income UP to a fair and sufficient level. This is part of healing too. In this video, I’m sharing one of the most popular videos in my archive that lists 10 ways past trauma can hold your income down, and what you can do right now to change that forever.
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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

Sep 22, 2024 • 53min
Why Your Productivity is a Roller Coaster (4-video compilation)
If you're rebuilding your life after trauma, you may have experienced "Productivity Crashes" -- my term for when you emotionally collapse (and often physically retreat) after big, courageous accomplishments. Too often, people with CPTSD struggle to follow up on their successes; or get stuck in "freeze mode" for long spells, or avoid advancing their careers because it feels too overwhelming. In this 4-video compilation, I share four of my most popular videos of trauma's impact on productivity.
Are You Dysregulated? Take the QUIZ: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3JwTn5r
🟢 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

Sep 20, 2024 • 23min
The Abusers Are Gone, But The Hurt Still Needs Healing
Explore the universal need for justice and healing from childhood trauma. Listen to a heartfelt story of a man's journey through abuse and isolation, highlighting the power of community support. Discover strategies for personal empowerment and establishing healthy boundaries in relationships. The discussion emphasizes the impact of early neglect on adult dynamics and the importance of self-awareness in dating. It's a journey of transforming pain into connection and growth!

Sep 18, 2024 • 16min
Why You Shouldn’t Wait for an Apology
The podcast dives deep into the emotional ramifications of neglectful childhood experiences. It candidly discusses the longing for parental acknowledgment and the misleading belief that an apology is necessary for healing. Listeners hear a personal story of grappling with complex PTSD, triggered by a chaotic family environment. The discussion emphasizes self-advocacy and the journey toward acceptance and inner strength, illustrating that true healing often comes from within, independent of others’ recognition.

Sep 16, 2024 • 23min
Why Malignant Narcissists Love CANCEL CULTURE
Abuse and violence are crimes, but having your own opinion is an essential part of trauma healing. Those who grew up with narcissistic abuse were forced to conform, comply. People who "cancel" others almost always think they are doing something heroic for the benefit of others. But in fact, cancel culture is a game run by narcissists, where destroying other people -- at any cost -- is a source of self-worth and status. In this video I teach why cancel culture is self-perpetuating, rewarding those who participate and threatening those who leave with the very sort of attack they once led upon others. The only way to stop it is to refuse to take part and instead defend those who are slandered. I'll teach you how.
Ten Signs Your Trauma Is Healing: FREE PDF Download: https://bit.ly/3raZghI
🟢 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

Sep 15, 2024 • 1h 11min
CPTSD & The Feeling You Can't Connect (4-video compilation)
Childhood abuse and neglect can lead to profound feelings of isolation and difficulty connecting with others. The struggle for belonging is a common experience for those with CPTSD. The podcast explores practical steps to heal these emotional wounds, emphasizing small actions to break the cycle of loneliness. It also delves into the importance of supportive relationships, self-awareness, and personal boundaries. With insights on overcoming familial trauma, the conversation highlights the transformative power of social connections in fostering well-being.