Healing trauma involves addressing the body's reactions from "summary" of Body Remembers Casebook by Babette Rothschild
Healing trauma is not just about talking or thinking through painful memories. While traditional talk therapy can be helpful, it often neglects the physical aspect of trauma. Trauma is stored not only in our minds but also in our bodies. The body's reactions to trauma can manifest in a variety of ways, including physical symptoms like headaches, stomachaches, or muscle tension. When we experience trauma, our bodies go into survival mode, activating the fight, flight, or freeze response. These automatic responses are crucial for our survival in the face of danger, but they can become stuck in the body even after the threat has passed. This can lead to a chronic state of hyperarousal or hypoarousal, where the body is constantly on h...
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