I truly believe regulating the body first assists in regulating the mind. I have survived SA at the hands of men and regulating my nervous system has allowed me to have more meaningful talk therapy sessions and better relationships with men. I'm able to unpack traumatic things because my body is ready to handle it. Calming the nervous system is helping me recover from PTSD as well. EMDR therapy has been very helpful. Great post.
Thank you for sharing, Anna. Your story of being able to unpack traumatic moments because your body is ready to handle it is vulnerable and brave, and I’m happy to hear that nervous system regulation work has been helpful to you. Totally agree that regulating the body first assists with regulating the mind!
"Transformation becomes less about forcing ourselves into a new mindset, and more about providing our bodies with the conditions that allow new identities to grow." - I deeply resonate with this. Thanks for writing this!
“Society changes because individuals practice being different together.” Yes. I am here for it!
Thanks, Oren!
I truly believe regulating the body first assists in regulating the mind. I have survived SA at the hands of men and regulating my nervous system has allowed me to have more meaningful talk therapy sessions and better relationships with men. I'm able to unpack traumatic things because my body is ready to handle it. Calming the nervous system is helping me recover from PTSD as well. EMDR therapy has been very helpful. Great post.
Thank you for sharing, Anna. Your story of being able to unpack traumatic moments because your body is ready to handle it is vulnerable and brave, and I’m happy to hear that nervous system regulation work has been helpful to you. Totally agree that regulating the body first assists with regulating the mind!
"Transformation becomes less about forcing ourselves into a new mindset, and more about providing our bodies with the conditions that allow new identities to grow." - I deeply resonate with this. Thanks for writing this!
Thank you, Miroo! I’m thrilled you found resonance with this piece.