What are the characteristics of post-traumatic growth?
Post-traumatic growth (PTG) is a term used to describe the growth and improvement you experience after going through a traumatic experience. It involves looking for new ways to live a better life after a traumatic experience. According to experts, anybody can live a positive life after a traumatic experience. All you have to do is put in the necessary work.
According to studies, more than half of people who survive a traumatic experience, experience post-traumatic growth. You can experience growth in your personal life, spiritual life, relationship with people around you, and gratitude for the things you have. A wide variety of PTG exists, some of them include charity, finding God, writing books, and many others.
According to consultants and environmental experts, Post-traumatic growth can occur in many ways, including getting the courage to face new challenges, discovering latent ability and talent, and getting your strength back.
Post-traumatic growth helps you experience a genuine state of appreciation and mindfulness. It helps you focus more on the present and relationships that should be important to you. In most cases, PTG increases your desire to help people and give back to society, appreciate life more, increase your self-awareness, and show more love to people around you.