Healing from Within: Ali Kates on Overcoming Trauma
Episode Overview
Ali Kates discusses her journey of healing from sexual trauma and chronic illness, offering insights into somatic experiencing and emotional release The conversation delves into trauma responses, the link between trauma and OCD, and the effect of trauma on physical health Jasmine and Ali create an authentic and relatable space for listeners to reflect on their own experiences and find solace in shared narratives The episode explores the importance of acknowledging and processing past experiences, embracing vulnerability in the healing journey, and fostering supportive healing environments Listeners gain profound insights into trauma recovery, resilience, and the impact of unprocessed trauma on emotional and physical well-being
Your 30s is like when you get into the real fucking shit because your 20s is about stability. If you grew up in a toxic home, you're just trying to figure out what's happening. That's like up to us to go, okay, well, I want to heal this piece of me and change this for the future. - Ali Kates
Ever felt trapped by your past experiences? In this episode of 'That's the Whiskey', Jasmine and Caroline sit down with trauma recovery coach Ali Kates for an eye-opening chat about healing from sexual trauma and chronic illness. Ali dives into her own journey, shedding light on how she navigated the rough waters of trauma recovery. She explains different trauma responses like fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, and how these can affect both mental and physical health.
Ali also breaks down somatic experiencing, a technique to release stored emotional pain from the body, and offers practical tips to calm the nervous system. From understanding the link between trauma and disorders like OCD to addressing trans-generational and prenatal trauma, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Whether you're on your own healing journey or supporting someone else, Ali's wisdom and Jasmine's candid style make this a must-listen.
Tune in for a conversation that’s as real as it gets, offering hope and practical advice for anyone dealing with the aftermath of trauma.