Trauma & Mindfulness: How to Heal Safely

Dora and her mom have started talking about something many families avoid: what her mom wants her final chapter of life to look like, and what matters most to her when that time comes. These conversations aren't easy, but they've brought a sense of peace that Dora didn't expect. ... Show More

Have you ever noticed how quickly you try to change the subject, even in your own mind, when death comes up? During her nursing training, Dora cared for a man who was nearing the end of his life, with no friends or family coming to visit. She couldn't shake the feeling of a whole ... Show More

Think about who you were ten years ago. What mattered to you? What did you believe about yourself? And how much of that still feels true today? Dora invites us to look at the versions of ourselves we've already outgrown, not with judgment, but with gratitude. What did that person ... Show More

Trauma Sensitive Mindfulness - The Power of Self-Nurturing - While we all need to customize meditation, this is particularly important for those living with PTSD or strong, potentially overwhelming emotions. This talk explores how trauma cuts us off from wholeness, and is accompa ... Show More

Guided Mindfulness Meditation to Eliminate Trauma guided mindfulness meditation, trauma elimination, healing journey, overcoming trauma, emotional healing, mindfulness for trauma, inner peace, transformative healing, trauma recovery, emotional resilience, coping with trauma, medi ... Show More

Most of us have encountered trauma either in our own direct experience or with someone in our immediate circle. This talk examines the shame and suffering that arise from trauma and how meditation practices can support a path to full spiritual healing. We focus on practices that ... Show More

Trauma comes in all shapes and sizes, and as human beings we are all vulnerable to its potential effects. But how can we meet trauma with tenderness and courage? Healing is so often a precursor to the practice of liberation itself, but true release requires a familiarity with emo ... Show More

In this conversation, Monique Koven and Trauma Expert Dr. Aimie delve into the complexities of trauma healing, emphasizing the importance of understanding the body's role in processing trauma. They discuss the necessity of completing trauma responses, the significance of creating ... Show More

In this episode, our friend Julia Kristina shares some excellent thoughts with us on how to heal from trauma. Go to https://7goodminutes.com/podcast/how-to-heal-from-trauma for full show notes. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and share it with a friend or two! Learn more about y ... Show More

Develop resilience and self-compassion as you practice observing discomfort. Explore mindfulness techniques to acknowledge, accept, and navigate uncomfortable emotions or physical sensations, embracing discomfort as an opportunity for growth and inner strength. Remember to rate, ... Show More

In this beautiful conversation, Monique Koven and trauma expert Dr. Arielle Schwartz delve into the complexities of trauma, resilience, and healing. They explore the nuances of complex trauma, the importance of therapy, and the power of community support in overcoming adversity. ... Show More

<p>You may have been told that trauma lives in the body until we’re willing to feel it. Research shows, however, that it is counter-productive to turn toward this pain before we feel resourced, safe and supported. So, how are we to know when to apply the gas in our practice, vers ... Show More

•Use a Strengths-focused perspective to promote trauma resistance and resilience skills •Recognize that people are the experts on their own lives and have adapted to survive •Develop strategies to address secondary effects of trauma and promote self-care •Provide hope—recovery i ... Show More