ManTalks Podcast

Peter Levine - The Many Sides Of Trauma

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Jun 10, 2024
Peter Levine, a therapy legend, discusses trauma's impact on the body and demonstrates somatic exercises. The podcast explores gender differences in trauma handling and the importance of witnessing trauma for healing. They delve into mystical aspects of healing, working with anger, and the main tool for processing trauma.
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INSIGHT

Trauma As A Bodily Wound

  • Trauma is best understood as a bodily wound or injury, not only a brain disorder like PTSD.
  • Somatic patterns and symptoms can point to healing even when the original event is unknown.
ADVICE

Use Slow Body Signals To Reset Trauma

  • Use gentle body-based tracking to change signals from organs that perpetuate traumatic replay.
  • Try slow, minimal movements (e.g., tiny shoulder lifts) and paced exhalations with sound to reset nervous system messaging.
ADVICE

Simple Breath And Phrase Practice

  • Practice an exhale-focused breath with an 'oo' or 'voo' sound and wait for the next natural inhale.
  • Pair the breath with compassionate phrases to extend relaxation through the chest, belly, and shoulders.
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