Why Do We Find True Crime Relaxing? An Expert Explains the Surprising Link to Trauma

In a recent episode of The Mel Robbins Podcast, renowned author and podcaster Mel Robbins engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Thema Bryant, a distinguished psychologist, on a peculiar aspect of modern relaxation: the appeal of true crime before bed. Dr. Bryant illuminated why some individuals find comfort in content depicting harm, crime, and violence as a bedtime ritual. "If your idea of relaxing before you go to sleep is watching three episodes of Law & Order, I would encourage you to think about, 'Why is trauma relaxing to me?'" Dr. Bryant posed to listeners. She elaborated that for many, particularly those who grew up in high-stress environments, trauma can feel normal and familiar. This ingrained familiarity can lead people to mistake peace for boredom, making the intensity of true crime a seemingly soothing, albeit counterintuitive, choice. Dr. Bryant emphasized that to truly 'come home to yourself' and find genuine peace, one must be willing to lean into the discomfort of unfamiliar tranquility.

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