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How To Regulate Your Nervous System For Stress, Anxiety, And Trauma | Peter Levine
Apr 29, 2024
In this conversation, Peter Levine, the creator of somatic experiencing and a leader in trauma therapy, shares insights from his decades-long work in the field. He delves into how our bodies can help heal trauma, contrasting somatic therapy with traditional talk therapy. Levine discusses practical techniques to regulate the nervous system and emphasizes the importance of bodily awareness. He also touches on the role of positive memories in cultivating resilience and the need to embrace mortality to live joyfully.
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- Somatic Experiencing helps regulate the nervous system and heal trauma through connecting with bodily sensations.
- Engaging in somatic experiencing practices can enrich lives by addressing ancient wounds and everyday challenges.
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Understanding Somatic Experiencing Therapy
Somatic Experiencing (S.E.) is a therapeutic approach created by Peter A. Levine, designed to regulate the nervous system to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and trauma. It involves learning how to connect with bodily sensations to unlock and release trauma stored in the body. By focusing on regulation through somatic experiences, individuals can address deep-seated issues and improve mental and physical well-being.
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