Unresolved trauma can lead to chronic illness from "summary" of When the Body Says No by Gabor Maté
When painful experiences are not properly dealt with, they can leave a lasting impact on both our emotional well-being and physical health. Trauma that is buried or ignored does not simply disappear; it festers beneath the surface, waiting to manifest in various forms. The body, in its wisdom, has a way of expressing what the mind cannot or will not acknowledge. Chronic illness can often be traced back to unresolved trauma. The body becomes a vessel for our unspoken emotions, carrying the burden of our past experiences. This burden can eventually become too heavy to bear, leading to a breakdown in our physical health. Our bodies are not separate from our minds; they are interconnected in ways that we are only beginning to understand.
Suppressed emotions and unaddressed trauma create a state of chronic stress within the body. This prolonged state of stress takes a toll on our physical health, weakening our immune system and making us more susceptible to illness. The mind-body connection is a powerful force, and when we ignore the signals that our bodies are sending us, we do so at our own peril.
The link between unresolved trauma and chronic illness is not just a theory; it is backed by scientific evidence. Studies have shown that individuals who have experienced significant trauma are more likely to develop chronic health conditions later in life. The body's response to stress is a complex interplay of hormones and neurotransmitters, and when this delicate balance is disrupted by unresolved trauma, the consequences can be severe.
In order to truly heal, we must address not only the symptoms of our illness but also the root cause. By acknowledging and processing our trauma, we can begin to release the emotional burden that we have been carrying for so long. Only then can we truly achieve a state of health and well-being that is not just physical, but emotional and spiritual as well.
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