26: Doing Trauma Work Safely: The 1 Thing You Need To Do Before Processing Your Past26: Doing Trauma Work Safely: The 1 Thing You Need To Do Before Processing Your Past
The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie
Have you ever begun a trauma-healing journey, jumping straight to the healing part only to find that you have wasted time, money, and created more confusion than you solved? This is most likely because you skipped the first step. Today I will be...
18:47•26 May 2023
Setting the Stage for Healing: The First Step in Trauma Work
Episode Overview
- Dr. Aimie candidly shares her personal experiences and the valuable lesson she learned during her trauma-healing journey
- The significance of regulation before processing trauma and its impact on the body is emphasized
- Dr. Aimie's journey from a conventional medical physician to a holistic trauma healer serves as an inspiring example of the transformative power of this essential sequence
“We actually can't jump to processing without regulating our system first and actually learning how to keep it in that place of feeling manageable. If you want to process trauma safely, guess what? You actually need to start with your body and making sure that your body has a felt sense of safety first.”
Ever felt like you're spinning your wheels on your trauma-healing journey? Dr. Aimie Apigian knows that struggle all too well. In this episode of 'The Biology of Trauma', she opens up about her own missteps and the crucial lesson she learned: the importance of establishing safety before diving into trauma processing. It's a step often overlooked, but as Dr. Aimie explains, it can make all the difference between progress and frustration.
Through her candid storytelling, she sheds light on why our bodies need to feel secure to truly heal. Drawing from her transition from a traditional medical physician to a holistic trauma healer, Dr. Aimie offers a refreshing perspective on trauma recovery. She emphasizes the significance of regulation and how creating a felt sense of safety is the cornerstone of effective healing.
This episode isn't just for those on their own healing journey; it's a valuable resource for anyone supporting others through trauma. With practical advice and heartfelt insights, Dr. Aimie makes complex topics accessible and relatable. So, if you're ready to understand why safety is the bedrock of trauma work, tune in and learn from someone who's walked the path herself.
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