The Brian Keane Podcast #509: Melissa Osorio on The Impact of Childhood Trauma, Exploring Effective Healing Modalities and The Courage to Confront Hidden Memories!
Melissa is a transformational speaker and best-selling author of the award winning book ‘Hidden Memories. - discovering what’s blocking you from life and life.
Her book goes through how she turned a harrowing journey of childhood trauma, emotional detachment, and self-doubt into a life filled with purpose, passion, and self-discovery.
On her social channels, Melissa shares her experiences of overcoming unimaginable hardships, including surviving sexual abuse, navigating a tumultuous early adulthood, and finding healing through plant medicine.
Her mission is to guide others in embracing their true selves and unlocking their full potential.
Here are some of the things we talked about on today’s show:
· Childhood experiences shape adult behavior significantly.
· Self-awareness is crucial in understanding trauma responses.
· Trauma can manifest physically in the body.
· There are red flags that indicate unresolved childhood trauma.
· Big T and small T traumas can both impact mental health.
· Healing modalities vary and should be chosen carefully.
· Plant medicine can be effective but is not for everyone.
· Memories of trauma are stored differently than non-traumatic memories.
· It's important to distinguish between hidden memories and false memories.
· The journey of healing is personal and unique for each individual. Healing can feel overwhelming but is a journey worth taking.
· Recognizing oneself as the common denominator in relationships is crucial.
· Time can distort during painful experiences, affecting healing.
· Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness.
· Inner child work is essential for true healing.
· Psychedelics can reveal paths, but individuals must walk them.
· Integration after plant medicine is vital for lasting change.
· The environment during healing experiences greatly impacts outcomes.
· Writing about trauma can be a challenging but liberating process.
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Melissa Osorio (@melissa_osorio_remembers) • Instagram photos and videos
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Home - Melissa Osorio (melissa-osorio.com)
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Hidden Memories Book – UK
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hidden-Memories-Discover-Whats-Blocking-ebook/dp/B0CLK1B4PS