Acknowledging your feelings
Many people experience trauma in their lives, and it can have a profound effect on both their mental and physical health. Trauma can be caused by a variety of experiences, including witnessing or experiencing violence, being involved in a natural disaster, or suffering from abuse.
The first step in releasing trauma from your body is to acknowledge your feelings. It is important to allow yourself to feel the pain and hurt that you have experienced. This can be a difficult process, but it is necessary in order to begin the healing process. You may need to talk about your experiences with someone who understands what you are going through. Talking about your trauma can help you to release some of the emotional pain that you are carrying around with you.
Once you have acknowledged your feelings, it is important to start working on forgiving yourself. Many people who have experienced trauma blame themselves for what happened. They may feel like they could have done something differently to prevent the event from occurring. Forgiving yourself will help you to move on from the past and start living in the present.
It is also important to forgive those who have harmed you in the past. Forgiving others does not mean that what they did was okay; it simply means that you are no longer going to allow their actions to control your life anymore. When you forgive someone, it allows you to let go of any anger or resentment that you may be feeling towards them. This can be a difficult process, but it is an important part of healing from trauma. Release all of the thoughts, feelings, and emotions associated with the event so you can live in peace.
Working through trauma
When someone experiences a traumatic event, it can have a lasting impact on their mental and physical health. Trauma can cause a person to feel like they are in danger even when they are not, and it can make it difficult to cope with everyday life.
There are many ways to work through trauma, and it is important to find the approach that works best for you. Some people find that talking about their experience with a therapist or counselor can be helpful. Others may prefer to journal about their thoughts and feelings, or participate in art or music therapy.
It is also important to take care of yourself physically after a traumatic event. Eating healthy foods, getting regular exercise, and getting enough sleep can help your body recover from the stress of trauma. Taking time for yourself – even if it’s just taking a few minutes each day to relax – can also help reduce the impact of trauma on your life.
Making intentional movement
When we think about trauma, we often think of it as something that happens to us-something that is done to us. However, trauma is also something that happens within us. It’s something that we hold on to inside our bodies and minds, often without even realizing it.
Trauma can be caused by a single event or by ongoing experiences. It can be the result of physical or emotional abuse, neglect, or any kind of violence. Trauma can also be caused by witnessing violence or other traumas experienced by others.
Trauma doesn’t just go away on its own. In fact, it can stay with us for years, even decades. But there are things we can do to heal from trauma and release the pain that is trapped inside our bodies and minds. One of the most important things we can do is to make intentional movements-both literal and figurative-towards healing.
Sometimes the hardest part about healing from trauma is taking that first step. But once we do, the journey towards healing becomes much easier and more manageable.
Practicing stillness
When you are still, your body is able to relax and begin the healing process. The key is to find a comfortable position and allow yourself to be at peace with the silence. It may take some time for your mind and body to adjust but eventually, you will find yourself feeling calmer and more centered.
There are many benefits to practicing stillness including reducing stress levels, improving sleep quality, and increasing self-awareness. If you have been struggling with trauma, give this method a try and see how it can help you begin the healing journey.