Clear Mountain Monastery Project
From Suffering to Safety: Trauma-Informed Dhamma | Amma Thanasanti Q&A
May 1, 2025
In this insightful conversation, Amma Thanasanti, a seasoned meditation teacher and founder of the Integrated Meditation Program, shares her wisdom on trauma and healing. She discusses the importance of integrating trauma-informed tools with traditional Dharma practices. Delving into concepts like attachment repair and the body's reactions to trauma, she emphasizes self-compassion and mindfulness. Amma also highlights personal stories that illustrate the profound connection between emotional wounds and spiritual growth, offering listeners a path towards healing and resilience.
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Quick takeaways
- Integrated Meditation combines classical Buddhist teachings with trauma-informed practices to effectively address deep-rooted emotional pain and negative thought patterns.
- Understanding trauma responses and the importance of a safe environment is essential for individuals to successfully engage in meditation and emotional healing.
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The Need for Integrated Meditation
Traditional meditation practices often fall short in addressing the complexities of trauma and deep-rooted emotional pain. This realization stemmed from personal experiences, where insights gained through meditation did not resolve underlying feelings of inadequacy and shame. In response, a new approach called Integrated Meditation was developed, aiming to rewire negative thought patterns through a framework that combines classical Buddhist teachings with trauma-informed practices. This method acknowledges that further modalities are necessary for healing and integrates various therapeutic techniques to support emotional well-being.
