The Body Keeps The Score
Thinking about a time when you are feeling stressed, anxious, or triggered by trauma, what is your mind thinking? (I’m stupid, I can’t do anything right, They are going to find out I’m bad, I can’t form healthy relationships…)
What is happening in your body when you have these thoughts? (My chest has pressure, I feel sick to my stomach, my neck is tight…)
What can I do to calm my mind and body in this moment? (Breathing techniques, journaling, yoga, visualization…)
Are these feelings based on the past, or relevant to the present? (Am I feeling worried about my performance because of what my parents taught me?, Am I remembering how my parents made me feel about myself? Is there any reason for me to feel unsafe in the present?...)
In the future, what methods can you use or do to help with your lingering feelings from trauma?
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