The Place We Find Ourselves 142 Healing From Trauma: The Power of “Being With” Part 2
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Sep 18, 2023 Discover the power of community in healing trauma as Curt shares Cora and Cheyney's transformative journeys. Learn how embracing and accepting vulnerabilities rewires neural networks and promotes emotional well-being. Explore the healing power of feeling seen and wanted, both by others in a group setting and by God during times of suffering.
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The Meaning of Panic
- Panic attacks are not a malfunction, but the brain's way of signaling distress.
- The body communicates the need for help through symptoms like panic or anxiety.
Trauma and Help-Seeking
- Trauma survivors often struggle to recognize or ask for help due to a shattered sense of trust.
- Past experiences of abandonment create a belief that asking for help is dangerous.
Chaney's Transformation
- Chaney, a trauma survivor, shared a shameful experience in a group setting.
- Looking at group members' compassionate faces during this vulnerable moment was transformative for her.