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Resilience can be built through somatic experiencing from "summary" of Trauma and Memory by Peter A. Levine,Ph.D.
Resilience can be built through somatic experiencing, a process that involves tapping into the body's innate capacity to heal from trauma. This approach recognizes that trauma is not just a psychological issue, but also a physical one, stored in the body's nervous system. By focusing on bodily sensations and allowing them to be felt and processed, individuals can release the pent-up energy from traumatic experiences. Somatic experiencing helps individuals reconnect with their bodily sensations, which are often numbed or ignored in the aftermath of trauma. By tuning into these sensations, individuals can gradually release the trapped fight-or-flight energy that keeps them stuck in a state of hyperarousal or dissociation. This process allows for a gradual discharge of energy and a return to a state of balance and equilibrium. ...
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