Chasing Life What If Healing Your Mind Starts in Your Body?
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Jan 31, 2025 
In an enlightening discussion, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, a renowned psychiatrist and author of The Body Keeps the Score, shares his insights on trauma's profound effects on the body. He explores how trauma is stored physically, advocating for holistic healing approaches beyond pharmaceuticals. The conversation highlights innovative therapies like EMDR and the transformative potential of psychedelics in trauma recovery. Additionally, Dr. van der Kolk emphasizes the healing power of movement practices such as yoga and Tai Chi.
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Dismissed Trauma Work
- Bessel van der Kolk's colleagues dismissed his trauma work, predicting it would be forgotten after his death.
- However, his book "The Body Keeps the Score" became a bestseller, proving them wrong.
Trauma's Physical Impact
- Trauma is not just psychological but also physical, impacting various body parts and even illnesses.
- Healing from trauma requires acknowledging and addressing these physical manifestations.
Psychiatry's Reliance on Drugs
- Psychiatry has become overly reliant on medication, neglecting psychotherapy.
- Dr. van der Kolk believes medication can be helpful, but it is not the sole answer to trauma.
