48: How to Heal Bracing and Hypervigilance48: How to Heal Bracing and Hypervigilance
The Biology of Trauma™ With Dr. Aimie
In this episode, featuring Cat Dillon, we discuss her experiences with bracing and hypervigilance as a result of childhood trauma. Cat Dillon’s personal journey of healing from the chronic bracing patterns and tension that began in her childhood and...
42:40•10 Nov 2023
Kat Dillon's Path to Overcoming Trauma: Bracing and Hypervigilance Unraveled
Episode Overview
- Kat Dillon's journey from chronic bracing patterns to trauma healing
- The impact of trauma on somatic work and nutrition
- Insights into the stages of trauma healing journey
- The transformative potential of community support
- Practical guidance on implementing trauma healing strategies
“My life right now, I'm definitely, I would say, completely different when it comes to having awareness. Awareness for me has always been, you know, back burner. I've always placed the doing and getting things done high, way, way high up on that list. But now I can take the time to pause and become more aware.”
Have you ever wondered how childhood trauma can shape your adult life, especially when it comes to your body's reactions? In this episode of 'The Biology of Trauma with Dr. Aimie', Kat Dillon, a registered holistic nutritionist and functional diagnostic practitioner, opens up about her journey of healing from chronic bracing patterns and hypervigilance.
Her story is both raw and inspiring, shedding light on how early life stress can manifest in physical ways and how understanding your body's needs can lead to profound healing. Kat recounts a pivotal moment when a panic attack while driving pushed her to explore deeper into her trauma and its impact on her body. Through somatic work and a keen focus on nutrition, she found ways to release the tension that had gripped her for years. Dr.
Aimie complements Kat's narrative with expert insights into the stages of trauma recovery, emphasizing the importance of connecting with your body and the transformative power of community support. This episode is a heartfelt blend of personal experience and practical advice, perfect for anyone looking to understand and heal their own trauma. Whether you're dealing with similar issues or supporting someone who is, Kat's story offers hope and tangible strategies for moving forward.
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