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Posts in Category "BACK TO BASICS"
trauma brain & the good news paradox
Positive event… Negative reaction. WTTMF? Talkin the rollercoaster of hope, self-sabotage, superstition, narrative and...
Trauma Thoughts | Identifying and Deprogramming Cognitive Bullshit
"whoops that's a trauma thought." -all of us. Logical fallacies, overgeneralizations, B&W rulings, toxic...
Joyfully risk-taking, fucking up, and healing trauma
Followup post! Fucking up isn't shameful, it's required for healing..A joyful approach to risk-taking and...
SUBC Shame Followup: Psych & Neurobio: Your brain vs. imagined realities
"I didn't think that would work but it did." Followup that shame 'sode. Today lez talk about WHY leaning into your...
REPOST: CPTSD relationship dynamics, explained
Thought I’d share a video with all tiers!
Let’s see “Relationships” in a visual format and understand our relationship templates that create the same dynamics over and over again… Thanks, Behavioral Science!
“My partner has CPTSD, how do I convince them to seek treatment?”
A common question, answered. But if you're new to CPTSD learnin, it might make ya mad. (sorry). Stay tuned for the...
How to overcome trauma shame? A “lean into it” approach.
You asked, I answer. How to overcome shame surrounding traumatic events? I have a bottom-up approach that targets the...
Back to Basics: What IS Abuse? In 2024 terms. With examples.
The question that fucks with us all, on both ends of the relationship dynamic. How do we define "abuse"? And how can...
Psychosomatic Video Shorts!
For the ADHDrs and co - a gift. Here's the recent psychosomatic video, broken into 7-8 topical shorts! Bite sized....
Psychosomatic Illness and CPTSD Recovery: Everything you need to know
What is it / what isn't Psychosomatic Illness? How does the Brain-Body Painbrow Bridge work? 6 common causes to watch...
Back to Basics! Somatic Experiencing: Safety and self-Advocacy
Somatic experiencing can be a powerful tool for trauma recovery, but it’s crucial to approach it safely and with proper self-advocacy. This episode outlines five key considerations for engaging in somatic experiencing therapy: maintaining a slow pace, focusing on specific events, ensuring personal safety, addressing feelings of sadness and shame, and stabilizing before leaving therapy sessions. The importance of finding a trustworthy practitioner and creating a safe environment for processing trauma is emphasized. Additionally, the connection between somatic experiencing and embodiment practices is explored, offering practical suggestions for those not yet ready for formal therapy.
Transcripted Video! Back to Basics: Embodiment Tips and Tricks
`Somatic experiencing is a powerful tool for trauma recovery, especially for those with complex PTSD. This episode explores practical techniques for reconnecting with your body, including nature-based practices, mindful movement, and lifestyle adjustments. The podcast emphasizes the importance of finding safe spaces and personalized approaches to embodiment. By prioritizing body awareness and integrating it into daily life, individuals can process emotions more effectively, manage stress, and increase their window of tolerance. While challenging, these practices can lead to significant improvements in overall well-being and mental health.
Back to Basics: Embodiment Tips and Tricks
Somatic experiencing is a powerful tool for trauma recovery, especially for those with complex PTSD. This episode explores practical techniques for reconnecting with your body, including nature-based practices, mindful movement, and lifestyle adjustments. The podcast emphasizes the importance of finding safe spaces and personalized approaches to embodiment. By prioritizing body awareness and integrating it into daily life, individuals can process emotions more effectively, manage stress, and increase their window of tolerance. While challenging, these practices can lead to significant improvements in overall well-being and mental health.
Back to Basics: Somatic Experiencing
Somatic experiencing is a crucial component of trauma recovery, particularly for those dealing with Complex PTSD. This approach helps individuals reconnect with their bodies and process stored trauma responses. While cognitive approaches provide important context, true healing involves both top-down (mental) and bottom-up (bodily) processes. Somatic experiencing can be challenging and overwhelming, especially for those new to trauma recovery. It’s important to approach this work with professional guidance and to recognize that everyone’s journey is unique. By integrating somatic and cognitive approaches, individuals can work towards a more regulated and integrated system, allowing for more effective healing and personal growth.
Back to Basics: Somatic Experiencing Slides
Somatic Experiencing (SE) is a powerful approach to trauma recovery that focuses on reconnecting with the body and processing stored emotions. This slide deck offers an introduction to SE, explaining its importance in addressing trauma-related stress responses and the challenges beginners may face. It provides practical tips and experiments for incorporating SE into daily life, emphasizing the role of nature, movement, and self-care. By learning to listen to our bodies and honor our biological needs, we can work towards healing and improved well-being.