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Sep 2
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327. How trauma gets trapped in the body

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About this episode

We often think of trauma as something extreme - a dramatic, life-altering event. But trauma isn’t just what happened to us. It’s also how our body learned to survive. It can be quiet, subtle, and long-lasting, shaping how we live, cope, and exist in the world, often unconsciously.

In this episode, we unpack the quiet, psychological reality of trauma - especially in our twenties. Why do some of us feel numb, disconnected, or constantly on edge? Why do we shut down in relationships or over-function when things get hard? And how do we begin to reconnect with our bodies again?

We explore:

  • Why trauma is subjective
  • Survival strategies we carry into adulthood (and why they’re hard to let go of)
  • Does the body really keep the score?
  • How pain and shame are linked to trauma
  • What “safety” feels like in our bodies - and how we can begin to access it


Whether or not you identify with the word ‘trauma’, or simply want to understand our bodies’ emotional responses, this episode is for you.

 

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