In her groundbreaking work, Brene Brown famously defines shame as "the intensely painful feeling or experience of believing that we are flawed and therefore unworthy of love and belonging." This sentiment encapsulates the deep-seated impact shame can have on our sense of self and our relationships. But how does shame develop, and what toll does it take on our physical and emotional well-being?
Read MoreIn the intricate tapestry of our bodies, the gut and the brain are two of the most vital players. They communicate, influence, and even rely on each other in ways we are only beginning to understand. But what often goes unnoticed in this dynamic relationship is the central role played by the nervous system. In this exploration, we will uncover the profound link between the nervous system and gut health and understand why addressing the nervous system is the key to healing the gut.
Read MoreIn our journey toward healing, we often seek solace in the nurturing embrace of food. Today, we embark on a fascinating exploration of the profound connection between what we eat and our emotional well-being. It's a journey that unveils the intricate ways in which food shapes our experiences and influences our path to trauma recovery.
Read MoreIf you struggle with anxiety, you know how debilitating it can be. The constant worry, racing thoughts, inability to relax, physical symptoms like gut issues, shortness of breath and rapid heartbeat - all of it can make it difficult to function in everyday life.
While many different forms of therapy can help alleviate anxiety symptoms, somatic therapy has emerged as an effective and holistic approach to treating anxiety.
Read MoreMany of us associate the word trauma with something horrible that happened in the past, like a parent's loss, a car accident, or a natural disaster. However, trauma can result from simply missing something in our childhood (emotional validation, affection, recognition, abandonment) or having something in excess (stress, criticism, emotional or physical abuse).
Read MoreEmotional trauma results from events or experiences that leave you feeling profoundly unsafe and often helpless. It can result from a single event or be part of a longer experience, such as parental misattunement, abuse, neglect, abandonment, bullying, or discrimination. This psychological trauma can lead you to struggle with upsetting emotions, low self-worth, shame, digestive issues, and anxiety that won't go away. It can also create an anxious attachment with your partners, the need for control, and overdelivering or overgiving.
Read MoreWe've believed that trauma is only a psychological issue for far too long. However, as neurodevelopment, connection, attunement, and attachment are definitely key factors in trauma forming, so is the body's biology.
Every trauma, be it an emotionally abusive parent or the loss of someone dear, leaves a chemical imprint on the body.
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