Adult Child Treating Nervous System Dysregulation: Somatic Healing for CPTSD w/ Irene Lyon
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Mar 5, 2025 Irene Lyon, a nervous system specialist and somatic neuroplasticity expert, explores the lasting impacts of childhood trauma on adult life. She discusses how nervous system dysregulation affects emotional health and behavior, highlighting the necessity of somatic healing to address both physical and emotional trauma. Irene emphasizes building internal safety to overcome feelings of unworthiness. She also reveals how somatic practices can transform deep-seated beliefs, fostering a sense of deservedness and promoting true recovery.
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Nervous System Dysregulation Link
- Childhood chronic stress leads to nervous system dysregulation impacting emotions and behaviors.
- Adult Child trauma syndrome is deeply linked to nervous system dysfunction from early fear and abuse.
Nervous System's Broad Impact
- The nervous system acts as an energetic, biochemical field affecting physiology and worldview.
- Chronic childhood stress alters it, impairing immune, hormonal, and organ functions critical to health.
Irene Lyon's Trauma Story
- Irene experienced deep freeze trauma despite an apparently good childhood due to sports injuries and chemical exposure.
- Chronic pain and anxiety surfaced years later, revealing unresolved trauma layers.