507: How to heal generational trauma | Thomas Hübl, Ph.D.

“At the root of loneliness is trauma. At the root of numbness and isolation is a defense mechanism that protects us from pain," says Thomas Hübl, Ph.D.

Thomas, a collective trauma expert, renowned teacher, and author, joins us to discuss how to recognize your trauma symptoms and even heal ancestral wounds, plus:

- The “explosion” of trauma (~00:25)

- Are we over-diagnosing trauma? (~03:35)

- The link between trauma & mindset (~07:15)

- How to become more emotionally resilient (~09:19)

- Telltale signs someone is dealing with trauma (~13:59)

- Where traditional therapy misses the mark (~21:00)

- How to know if your therapist has experience in trauma work (~24:05)

- How trauma gets stored in the body (~30:05)

- The link between social connection and well-being (~36:04)

- How generational trauma can show up in your life (~42:12)

- How to unlock generational trauma (~50:50)

- How to find a trauma therapist skilled in generational work (~53:44)

- The role of psychedelics in trauma work (~56:29)

- Three things everyone should do to become more attuned (~01:00:37)

- The science of changing your genes (~01:07:08) 

Referenced in the episode:

- Thomas' book, Attuned.

- Generational trauma study in mice.

- Check out Thomas' online courses.

- Sign up for The Long Game. 

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