The Genius Life 375: How to Defeat Stress and Heal Trauma With Somatic Therapy | Peter A. Levine, PhD
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Mar 4, 2024 Renowned psychologist Peter A. Levine discusses somatic therapy for trauma healing. Topics include the mind-body connection, positive feedback loops, deep relaxation, and lucid dreaming encounters. The impact of ancestral trauma, electrolyte powders, and collaboration in professional journeys are also explored.
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Childhood Trauma - Betrayal
- As a child, Peter Levine took items from his cousin's warehouse, leading to a harsh interrogation by his parents.
- This event instilled a deep sense of betrayal and unsafety in him.
Client Anecdote - Tablecloth Incident
- Levine describes a client who pulled a tablecloth, causing dishes to crash, and was subsequently scolded.
- This seemingly minor incident had a lasting traumatic impact on the client.
Trauma is Not Just a Brain Disease
- Recognize that trauma is not solely a brain disease manageable only by drugs or changing thoughts.
- Levine emphasizes the body's crucial role in trauma and its potential for healing.