Unlocking Trauma: The Mind-Body Connection Explained
Trauma and other emotions live in the body, sometimes sending us important signals through our physical sensations and physical health.
Ever felt like your body is trying to tell you something? Jacqueline Trumbull and Dr. Kibby McMahon think it might be. In this episode of 'A Little Help For Our Friends', they dive into the fascinating link between trauma and our physical sensations. They explore how emotions and trauma can manifest in our bodies, sometimes sending us important signals that we often overlook.
Drawing from their personal journeys and professional insights, Jacqueline and Kibby discuss how practices like yoga, Thai massage, and somatic experiencing therapy can help process and heal trauma stored in the body. Kibby even shares some colorful anecdotes from her days teaching yoga and practicing Thai massage in the serene rice paddies of Chiang Mai. They also touch on the complex challenges of motherhood, body image, and the ripple effects of parental trauma on children.
This episode isn't just about understanding trauma; it's about learning to listen to your body and finding ways to heal from within. Tune in to discover how tuning into your body's signals can lead to emotional regulation and overall well-being.