Healing Trauma: A Holistic Approach with Matt Finch
Episode Overview
Understand the seven impacts of trauma on mind, brain, body, and spirit. Learn why traditional talk therapy might not be enough for full healing. Discover a three-step process for holistic trauma recovery. Explore physical activities like dancing and breathwork for moving trauma. Gain insights into energising techniques such as acupuncture and shamanic clearing.
Trauma isn't just an event that took place in the past; it's an imprint left on mind, brain, body, and spirit
Trauma can be a silent and persistent shadow in the lives of many, especially those grappling with addiction. In this episode of Elevation Recovery, Matt Finch takes listeners on a journey to understand the profound impacts of trauma on the mind, brain, body, and spirit. Drawing from his own experiences and extensive research, Matt shares a powerful three-step process for healing trauma holistically.
This episode is part of a course and group coaching programme called 'Make Alcohol Moot Again With Mindset Mastery', and it delves deep into how unresolved trauma can hinder recovery from alcohol and drug addiction. Matt discusses the seven impacts of trauma, including separation from self, disconnection from others, altered worldview, lifelong pain, cognitive development issues, personal shame, and nervous system dysregulation. He emphasises that trauma isn't just an event from the past but an imprint on one's entire being.
Matt's personal anecdotes bring these concepts to life, making them relatable and poignant. Listeners will find valuable insights into why traditional talk therapy might not be enough for full healing. Instead, Matt advocates for a comprehensive approach that includes speaking about the trauma, moving it through physical activities like dancing and breathwork, and energising it with techniques such as acupuncture and shamanic clearing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the intricate relationship between trauma and addiction.
Matt's candid reflections and practical advice offer hope and tangible steps towards healing. Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone else, this episode provides essential tools for overcoming the lingering effects of trauma. Ready to explore how to fully heal from trauma? Tune in to gain a deeper understanding and practical strategies that could change your life.