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375: How to Defeat Stress and Heal Trauma With Somatic Therapy | Peter A. Levine, PhD

The Genius Life

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Exploring Deep Inner Relaxation Through Somatic Therapy

The chapter delves into the importance of sensing body sensations, feelings, and memories to achieve relaxation through somatic therapy. It contrasts different therapeutic approaches and discusses a somatic exercise for stress relief, sharing a military person's experience. Additionally, the chapter highlights the impact of childhood trauma on health, the significance of personal healing for therapists, and the use of dreams for insight and recovery.

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