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Awareness of bodily sensations is key to healing trauma from "summary" of Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter A. Levine,Ph.D.
When we experience trauma, our bodies often bear the brunt of the emotional and psychological pain. Our muscles tense, our heart races, and we may feel a range of physical sensations that are uncomfortable or even painful. These bodily sensations are a crucial component of the trauma experience, and they hold important clues to our healing. By tuning into our bodily sensations and becoming aware of them, we can begin to unravel the trauma that is stored in our bodies. This process involves becoming attuned to the messages that our bodies are sending us, and learning to listen to what they are telling us. This kind of awareness can help us to release the pent-up energy that is trapped in our bodies as a result of trauma, and c...
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