Connecting with others is vital for healing from trauma from "summary" of The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D.
The essence of healing from trauma lies in our ability to connect with others. This fundamental truth is rooted in our biology and psychology. When we experience trauma, our bodies and minds become stuck in a state of hyperarousal, making it difficult to regulate our emotions and connect with others. However, by engaging in meaningful relationships, we can begin to repair the damage caused by trauma. Connecting with others provides us with a sense of safety and security, which is essential for healing. When we feel understood and supported by those around us, our nervous systems can begin to relax, allowing us to process and integrate our traumatic experiences. This process is known as co-regulation, where our bodies sync up with others through shared experi...
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