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The body holds the key to unlocking traumatic memories from "summary" of Trauma and Memory by Peter A. Levine,Ph.D.
The body holds the key to unlocking traumatic memories. When we experience a traumatic event, our bodies instinctively go into a state of fight, flight, or freeze. This physiological response is a survival mechanism designed to protect us from harm. However, in cases of extreme stress or danger, this response can become overwhelming, leading to a state of immobilization or dissociation. During these moments of heightened arousal, our bodies store sensory and emotional information related to the trauma. These memories are encoded in a nonverbal, sensory form, separate from our conscious awareness. As a result, traditional talk therapy may not be effective in accessing these memories and processing them. By focusing on the body and its sensations, we can begin to access and release th...
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