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Human Connection and the Human Condition

Why Somatic Closeness Shapes Lifelong HealthHuman connection is not a luxury; it is a core facet of the human condition. One of the most profound drivers of psychological and physical…

What Is Narcissism? Understanding Narcissistic Personality Disorder Through a Trauma-Informed Lens

Narcissism and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) are often spoken about in harsh, judgemental terms. Yet from a psychological and body-mind perspective, narcissism is best understood not as a moral failing,…

Trauma is not always a singular event

Trauma is not always a singular event - but it is yoursMany people assume that trauma must involve a single dramatic or catastrophic event — something large, obvious, or life-threatening.…

Do You Really Need Surgery?

Rethinking Pain, Surgery and the Body–Mind ConnectionBeing told you might need a scan or surgery can feel overwhelming. Understandably, people want certainty - a clear answer about what’s causing their…

Pain is Not Always Physical

Understanding the Body–Mind Connection with PainMany of us grow up believing the body is like a machine — if something hurts, something must be broken. But the human body isn’t…

The importance of Social Connections

The power of community and making social connections to our healthThere is great power in community and in the power of social connections and being together. There is also the…

Dissociation – Losing the Connection

Losing the connection with your physical selfDissociation is when we lose connection with our physical self and from a somatic point of view when we lose contact with the felt…

Trauma? What Trauma?

Trauma? What trauma? I haven't had trauma. "Trauma? What trauma? I haven't had trauma. I had a great childhood."Maybe you did, but there is a fascinating question I sometimes ask people…

Do you laugh when you feel like crying?

A common coping strategyDo you laugh when you really feel like crying? This is a common coping strategy that you may see in someone or experience yourself.Of course, it is…

NeuroAffective Touch

Touching the Heart"There was something about being in touched and allowing the feelings to come that paved the way to knowing what caused the pain and sadness” - Marion RosenNeuroAffective…