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What up guys, lemme talk to ya about somatic experiencing. This technique is a game changer if you've got C-PTSD. Developed by Dr. Peter Levine, it's all about releasing the trauma that your body has held onto.
What we gotta understand is that trauma isn't just in our minds, it's also locked in our bodies. Our nervous system remembers trauma and can cause us to freeze, just like a deer in the headlights, when we're triggered. That's why talking about it sometimes isn't enough, cause your body don't understand words my dudes!
Somatic experiencing allows us to tap into these physical responses to trauma. It uses gentle yet powerful techniques that help release this 'stuck' energy. This can help reduce the trauma response and guide your body back to a balanced state.
Is it an overnight solution? Hell no. But consistent practices can bring profound changes to the way you react to potential stressors. It ain't going to erase your trauma - nothing can. But it will help you to live with it, to cope, and to use your experiences in a way that allows you to grow.
So yup, that's a brief intro to somatic experiencing. If you got questions, I got answers. Just drop 'em below.
Submitted 1 year, 1 month ago by TheRealDealHeal
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Gr8 post OP. It's important to emphasize that somatic experiencing isn't a quick fix, but a way to heal over the long term. And yeah, it won't negate your trauma, but it can help you navigate life with less difficulty. Been at it for a while now. Trust me, it actually works. Ain't no BS pseudoscience.