Sensory experiences are key in trauma processing from "summary" of Trauma is Really Strange by Steve Haines
Trauma is a deeply embodied experience - it affects us not just on a mental level, but on a physical and emotional one as well. When we go through a traumatic event, our bodies store the memories of that experience in the form of sensory information. These sensations can manifest in a variety of ways - a tightness in the chest, a pit in the stomach, a racing heart. Our bodies remember what our minds may try to forget. Processing trauma involves working through these sensory experiences. By bringing awareness to these bodily sensations, we can begin to unravel the trauma that has been stored within us. This process is not just about talking through our feelings or thoughts, but about connecting with the physical sensations that are tied to those emotions. It's about listening to what our bodies are trying to tell us. Sensory experiences play a crucial role in trauma processing because they offer us a pathway to healing. By tuning into our...
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