Mary Tilson

Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast

Mary Tilson

  • #86: C-PTSD, Emotional Flashbacks & a Somatic Approach to Healing with Yoga Therapist, Rachel Bilski

#86: C-PTSD, Emotional Flashbacks & a Somatic Approach to Healing with Yoga Therapist, Rachel Bilski

Wednesday 28th February 2024

Discover how Rachel Bilski uses yoga therapy to manage C-PTSD and emotional flashbacks. A powerful story of resilience and healing.
114 minutes
Inspiring
Hopeful
Informative
Supportive
Healing

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Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast
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Healing C-PTSD with Yoga: Rachel Bilski's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Yoga therapy can be a transformative tool for managing C-PTSD.
  • Emotional flashbacks are often misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression.
  • Body-based approaches can provide relief when traditional therapies fail.
  • Daily practices like dance and meditation can aid emotional balance.
  • Understanding childhood trauma is crucial for long-term mental health.
My body had been so stressed and disregulated for so long that it finally said 'no'.
Ever wondered why certain emotional triggers seem impossible to shake off? This episode of the Sun & Moon Sober Living Podcast brings you an enlightening conversation with Rachel Bilski, a yoga therapist who has turned her personal struggles with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) into a powerful healing journey. Hosted by Mary Tilson, this episode dives deep into Rachel's experiences and how she discovered yoga as a transformative tool for managing emotional flashbacks and anxiety.
Rachel's story is one of resilience and hope, showing that even the most challenging mental health issues can be addressed with the right approach. Rachel opens up about her life before yoga, where she felt misdiagnosed and hopeless. She shares how a life-changing retreat led her to understand her conditions better and start her path toward healing. This episode also sheds light on how emotional flashbacks can manifest and the importance of a body-based approach to therapy.
You'll hear about the groundbreaking work being done at The Minded Institute and how yoga therapy can be a game-changer for those struggling with PTSD and similar conditions. Mary and Rachel's discussion is not just informative but also incredibly relatable. They talk about the real-life applications of yoga therapy and how it can help anyone on a healing journey.
From dealing with childhood trauma to finding peace in daily practices like dance and meditation, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone looking to improve their mental health. So, if you're curious about how yoga can aid in emotional healing or want to hear a story of triumph over mental health challenges, this episode is a must-listen.
Rachel's journey will inspire you to look at your own healing process differently and perhaps even take that first step towards a more balanced life.