Finding Awe: A Hidden Key to Healing After Trauma
Awe is an experience that can happen spontaneously, but it can also be sought out. You can choose to seek out things that will inspire awe in your daily life.
Ever thought about how awe can change your life? In this episode of 'Finding OK', Hecate dives into the powerful yet often overlooked emotion of awe and its role in healing after trauma. Awe isn't just for mountaintop moments or starry nights; it can be a daily practice that transforms your recovery journey. Hecate shares her own awe-inspiring experiences, from breathtaking natural wonders to moments of artistic brilliance, and explains how these encounters have helped her heal.
She also offers practical tips for inviting more awe into your life, whether it's through watching a mesmerizing video, immersing yourself in vibrant colors, or listening to music that moves your soul. Plus, she touches on the fascinating concept of neuroplasticity, showing how our brains can adapt and thrive even after severe trauma. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that the world is still full of wonders, even when you're facing the darkest times.
Tune in to discover how embracing awe can boost your mood, enhance critical thinking, and provide a sense of expansive wonder that aids in recovery.