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Reconnecting with the body can help heal emotional wounds from "summary" of Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter A. Levine,Ph.D.
When we experience trauma, our bodies go into survival mode, activating the fight, flight, or freeze response. This is a natural and necessary reaction to danger, allowing us to protect ourselves in the moment. However, when the trauma is over, our bodies can get stuck in this heightened state of arousal, unable to return to a state of relaxation. This can lead to the manifestation of physical symptoms such as tension, pain, and illness, as well as emotional symptoms like anxiety, depression, and numbness. In order to heal from trauma, it is essential to reconnect with our bodies and release the stored energy from the original traumatic event. By tuning into our bodily sensations and allowing ourselves to fully experience them, we can discharge this pent-up energy and restore a sense of balance and ca...
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