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141 Healing From Trauma: The Power of “Being With” Part 1
Sep 4, 2023
Curt Thompson discusses healing from trauma through storytelling and empathy. He shares the story of Cora, who struggles with emotional disconnection. Topics include the transformative power of suffering, accepting love, confessional communities, co-regulation in therapy, and healing through support in story groups.
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- Healing from trauma requires empathetic witnessing of our stories.
- Suffering can deepen bonds and relationships, fostering empathy and understanding.
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Defining Suffering as Isolation and Powerlessness
Suffering originates from pain but transforms due to isolation and powerlessness. The ability to project pain into the future, coupled with the inability to alleviate it, intensifies suffering. Our temporal perception influences suffering, shifting focus from gratitude and hope to regret and anxiety.
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