Black, Queer, & Carrying More Than Just Stress—Releasing Ripple effects Generational Trauma
“The body, both a site of trauma and a potential place of healing, holds these echoes in subtle ways—like a wound that hasn’t fully healed, buried deep within. Dr. Bruce Perry, a leading expert on trauma, explains this beautifully in What Happened to You?, where he writes, “Trauma is not what happens to you. Trauma is what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you.” This distinction is critical because it shifts the focus from the event itself to the lasting impact it has on our nervous system, body, and psyche. Though the event may be in the past, its imprint lives on in the body, influencing our emotions, reactions, and how we move through the world.”
Listen Up! Your Body’s Got the Secrets to Healing
Healing doesn’t only happen through what we think, but through what we feel. Your body holds onto trauma, stress, and emotion in ways that our minds may not even recognize. Somatic approaches like Somatic Experiencing (SE) help you reconnect with the wisdom stored in your body, facilitating the release of stored tension and guiding you toward true healing.
By engaging in practices like breathwork, movement, and energy work, you can gently unwind old survival patterns and tap into your body’s natural ability to heal. Whether you're dealing with PTSD, anxiety, chronic pain, or emotional numbness, somatic therapy can support your journey toward a balanced life.
Ready to unlock your body’s healing potential? Start with small somatic practices today, and feel the difference.
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