Dr. Aimie Apigian
Dr. Aimie Apigian
The Body Keeps Score: How Trauma Rewires Your Nervous System with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
The Body Keeps Score: How Trauma Rewires Your Nervous System with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
The Body Keeps Score: How Trauma Rewires Your Nervous System with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk
Tuesday 8th April 2025
Dr. Bessel van der Kolk discusses how trauma rewires your nervous system and practical steps for healing in The Biology of Trauma™ podcast.
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Episode Overview
- Trauma rewires the nervous system, affecting how we respond to future events.
- Dissociation is a common response where the mind disconnects, but the body remembers.
- Movement during traumatic events is crucial; prevention can deepen trauma.
- Healing involves reclaiming agency and addressing basic bodily functions.
- Understanding and working with our body's resilience is key to recovery.
Trauma really hijacks you away from feeling fully alive and present
Dr. Aimie Apigian brings you an enlightening episode of The Biology of Trauma™ podcast, featuring the renowned trauma expert Dr. Bessel van der Kolk. This episode dives into how trauma affects the nervous system and the body's response to overwhelming events. Dr. van der Kolk explains that trauma isn't just about the event itself but how it rewires our nervous system, making our bodies hold onto past experiences in ways that affect our present lives.
He highlights the concept of dissociation, where the mind disconnects from the trauma, but the body remembers it vividly. You'll learn about the critical role of movement during traumatic events and how being prevented from acting can make trauma even more profound. Dr. van der Kolk shares fascinating insights on reclaiming agency and the importance of embodiment in the healing process. He emphasises that healing involves addressing even the basic housekeeping functions of the body, like sleep and digestion.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding how trauma impacts us on a cellular level and what steps can be taken towards recovery. By the end, you'll have a deeper appreciation for the body's resilience and practical tips for fostering a life worth living. So, are you ready to explore how your body keeps score and what you can do to rewrite that narrative?