Visual Trauma Mapping Model
A structured way to understand your emotional responses and recurring patterns, with more clarity and perspective.
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Content note: mentions trauma and difficult experiences. For self-reflection only — not therapy or crisis support.
About
I'm currently working on a Visual 7-System Mapping Model to help map and understand traumatic experiences.For those seeking structured self-reflection.A way to understand what happens inside when reactions feel intense or confusing.
Map
This 7-System map reveals how your internal systems interact and shape patterns.
You can use this map to track patterns, decode responses, and gradually form a clearer internal picture.
Explore each system, observe how the systems form feelings and reactions while simulating a real-life scenario, and see how they relate to one another.Survival system - Senses danger and mobilizes protection.
Reward system - Seeks growth, stimulation, and achievement.
Attachment system - Creates closeness, trust, and shared safety.
Social regulation system - Tracks acceptance, reputation, and what must remain concealed.
Physical body - Feels internal signals and maintains physical boundaries.
Meaning making - Weaves experiences into understanding and direction.
Executive control - Chooses what to act on, and what to let pass.More detailed descriptions and explanations are in the guide.
Updates to the map, guide and other documents are posted here.
Guide and images updated to a complete version December 2nd, 2025
The primary visuals and guide are finished.I’m moving on to designing the approaches to resolution.
Stay tuned for upcoming updates.
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