16. Transforming Trauma: How to Process and Integrate Painful Experiences

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this Episode Dr. Eleni Toumarides unravels the intricacies of trauma and its profound impact on our brain, body, and nervous system. She discusses how trauma disrupts our sense of self, safety, and trust and reveals how to better understand and support those who have experienced it.
Dr. Eleni Toumarides, reveals the varying reactions to trauma as one embarks on a journey through the healing process; emphasizing the importance of sitting with discomfort and pain as being part of the healing process.

By tuning in you can gain valuable insights about how noticing triggers can be the first step in helping identify and process the trauma which is stored in the body.
In the episode we explore the importance of attending to and respecting all parts of ourselves, including the difficult ones, as we discuss trauma's ability to undermine our basic human needs.

Finally, the conversation reveals effective self-care strategies for healing and processing of traumatic experiences. You will learn about the power of affirmations and mantras for emotional regulation, and the importance of creating a personalized self-care plan that truly works for you.
By understanding and managing trauma reactions, we can foster resilience and integration, ultimately becoming our best selves.
Don't miss this enlightening and transformative conversation!
HIGHLIGHTS

0:01:34 - Understanding Trauma (74 Seconds)

0:09:29 - The Journey of Healing and Pain (105 Seconds)

0:18:08 - Repetitive Work for Emotional Needs (58 Seconds)

0:20:57 - Self-Care Strategies and Triggers (92 Seconds)

0:28:23 - Creating Believable Change With Affirmations (62 Seconds)

0:35:02 - Understanding Trauma's Impact (165 Seconds)

0:40:39 - Trauma Responses and Behaviors (123 Seconds)
''The world breaks everyone, and afterward many are strong at the broken places.''
Ernest Hemingway
You can find out more About Dr. Elena Toumarides' work at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/eleni-toumarides-phd-lcsw-58560247/
Dr. Eleni Toumarides' reading recommendations around the topic.
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23546925-it-s-not-you-it-s-what-happened-to-you

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/18693771-the-body-keeps-the-score

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/12987966-the-trauma-tool-kit

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/30649235-loveable

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