Party-ing as Therapy
We had some friends and neighbours round last night – a motley crew, for sure. Not the obvious crowd I’d invite to, say, a birthday party. No, a more assorted mix; some I hadn’t seen for years, some I wasn’t … Read More
Who knows the effects of early trauma?
Here’s Professor Stephen Porges, referring to sexual assault allegations in the USA, Canada, the UK and elsewhere… “Whether they result in tangible consequences for the accused aggressor or not, as these high-profile cases play out in the media and the … Read More
‘You have to be able to feel what you feel and know what you know’.
If you’ve read Bessel van der Kolk’s ‘The Body Keeps the Score’ you’ll be familiar with this phrase. If not, read on… If you’ve experienced trauma (defined here simply as anything that ‘overwhelms’ your nervous system’s ability to adapt healthily) … Read More
What is Embodiment? Why is it Crucial for Health?
Being embodied means being fully present in your body. So what does that mean? It means being fully aware of your thoughts, and being fully aware of your (emotional) feelings – rather than being unconscious or disconnected from them. Here’s … Read More