How To Heal From Emotional Trauma And Past Wounds?

Ever feel like going the extra mile to please others even if it meant that your own needs were being ignored? Well, maybe you’ve heard of a thing called “fawn trauma response.” Let’s unpack this and see if it sounds familiar.

What Does Fawning Mean?

When someone fawns, they excessively seek approval or avoid conflicts by pleasing other people. Therapist Peter Walker invented the concept of the fawn response as a way of describing a situation in which an individual’s reaction to trauma is focused on the needs of others and not on himself/herself.

Ever felt a tug at your soul or questioned your beliefs? Let’s explore the lesser-known signs of religious trauma and how to reclaim your peace from its impact.

If there’s any topic that has impacted my life so deeply – and yet I’ve been putting off writing for over ten years – it’s religious trauma.

The topic of religious trauma is such an inflammatory topic, and one that has harmed so many people, that I’m going to try and approach it as delicately as I can.

Religious trauma is pervasive and more widespread than I believe most people are aware of. After all, the foundation of most modern societies are based on religious ideals, whether you live in the east or west.

So to get this out of the way be

Childhood trauma responses in adults can show up in various ways, and understanding trauma responses is the key to gradually healing from the pain you have been through. This article is going to talk about the five most common trauma responses, how they manifest, and what you can do to deal with them.

I have learned so much about the brain of a trauma survivor over the past year and a half, and more so about how my brain works. Understanding the “why” behind some of my actions and responses to certain things has been super empowering.

I feel like one of the most profound takeaways has been understanding that PTSD is less of a disorder and is more like a brain injury.

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Recognizing the signs of mental illness in women is crucial when addressing specific mental health issues that women face. It’s crucial to understand that the causes of these struggles affect not only women but everyone, and yet, our experiences can be uniquely different.

Mental illness, also known as mental health disorders, includes a variety of conditions that impact your mood, thoughts, and behavior. From depression and anxiety disorders to schizophrenia, eating disorders and addictive behaviors.

However, researchers have identified that although all genders suffer from mental health issues, women in particular show completely different symptoms and impa

Are you afraid of going back home simply because it is empty?  In other words, you might be showing signs of what is autophobia.

The symptoms of autophobia can make you feel really scared and leave you anxious about your surroundings! It can make you feel alone even within a room full of people!

This article will help you get a handle on what is autophobia and how to face it. We will also provide you with what causes autophobia as it will help you to identify the source of your fears!

But first, let us look at what is autophobia.

What Is Autophobia

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Have you ever wondered how the body and mind can hold onto traumatic experiences long after they have occurred? The effects of trauma can be far-reaching, impacting our emotional well-being, physical health, and overall quality of life. However, there is hope for healing and reclaiming a sense of inner balance through somatic exercises to release trauma.

Let us as we delve into the realm of somatic healing and explore the transformative power of somatic therapy, somatic processing therapy, somatic experiencing techniques, and somatic therapy exercises. 

What is Somatic Experiencing?

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Have you ever found yourself facing difficulty in acknowledging the gravity of your experiences? Do you sense an internal resistance that is causing trauma denial? 

Let’s look at some signs of denial after trauma that show you might be doing this and figure out how to resolve past trauma. We will also help you understand trauma denial by showcasing the movie, ‘Shutter Island’ and how trauma denial can affect a person.

But first, let us understand in detail what is trauma denial. 

What is Trauma Denial?

Trauma denial is a way our minds try to handle really tough experiences. It’s like putting up a wall between ourselves and something too painful to deal with.