Trauma, Inflammation and Autoimmune Illnesses

Trauma, Inflammation and Autoimmune Illnesses

Most people think of trauma as something that only affects their emotions or mental health. But did you know that it can also disrupt your immune system and cause long-lasting inflammation in your body? This is because trauma disrupts how your brain and body...
Why Boundaries Are So Hard After Trauma or Abuse

Why Boundaries Are So Hard After Trauma or Abuse

Why Boundaries Are So Hard After Trauma or Abuse For survivors of abuse (neglect, emotional, psychological, physical, sexual) saying “no” and setting boundaries can be extremely difficult.   This is because your nervous system may still be stuck in childhood...
Be Cautious of Trauma Releasing Health Trends!

Be Cautious of Trauma Releasing Health Trends!

It may be helpful to think of a traumatised nervous system in this way.  Trauma is when your nervous system has become overprotective.  Almost like when you reverse your car and there is a sensor that beeps when you get close to objects.  Following...
What are Implicit and Explicit Memories?

What are Implicit and Explicit Memories?

Is it possible to heal if you are unable to remember traumatic events? When it comes to trauma and PTSD, many people think that there are always vivid flashbacks, lots of painful memories, or disturbing images from the past. But for some people, trauma symptoms are...
Trauma and Reciprocity in Relationships

Trauma and Reciprocity in Relationships

Do you sometimes feel a bit short-changed in your relationships? When you think about your relationships do you tend to give more or receive more? The quality of your relationships has a powerful impact on your nervous system.  The traumatic experiences you hold...
What is Nervous System Regulation?

What is Nervous System Regulation?

Interest in nervous system regulation is really growing, particularly in the context of mental and physical wellbeing.  People are becoming more aware that their nervous system plays an essential role in how they experience stress and how their body responds to...