Big life events are often painted as moments of pure joy—but what happens when grief unexpectedly surfaces instead? In this vulnerable article, trauma recovery coach Lea Karbusicky shares her personal story and offers heartfelt insight into why grief arises during milestones, and how to honor both the joy and the sorrow.
Read moreThe Body Remembers: How Grief Lives in Our Nervous System
Grief isn’t just emotional — it’s physical. From fatigue to chest tightness, your body carries the weight of loss long after the moment has passed. Discover how somatic practices and vagal toning can support nervous system regulation and help you heal grief where it lives — in the body.
Read morePart II: Understanding the Fight, Flight, Freeze Response in Trauma
Survival responses like fight, flight, freeze, fawn, and collapse can keep trauma survivors trapped in patterns of fear, exhaustion, and emotional dysregulation. In this article, we explore practical healing techniques—such as somatic exercises, vagal toning, and neuroplasticity—to help rewire the nervous system and break free from survival mode.
Read morePart I: Understanding the Fight, Flight, Freeze Response in Trauma
The fight, flight, freeze, fawn, and collapse responses are the body’s survival mechanisms, but trauma can cause them to remain stuck in overdrive. In this article, we explore the science behind these responses, how they manifest in daily life, and why understanding them is the first step toward healing.
Read moreHow Stress and Trauma Affect Your Appearance & What You Can Do to Heal
Stress and trauma impact more than just your emotions—they affect your physical appearance as well. From skin issues and hair loss to posture changes and weight fluctuations, the effects of chronic stress can be seen on the outside. But the good news is, healing trauma from within can help reverse these signs. In this article, we explore the science behind how stress manifests physically and the holistic approaches to healing that can restore both your emotional and physical well-being.
Read moreUnderstanding Trauma: What It Is and How It Develops and The Long-Term Effects
Trauma leaves profound marks on our mental, physical, and emotional health, often shaping our lives in ways we may not even realize. Understanding the deep, long-lasting effects of trauma empowers us to begin healing, moving beyond survival toward true resilience. By exploring the impact of trauma on brain function, relationships, and self-identity, this article offers insights and practical strategies to guide you on a journey of recovery and self-discovery.
Read moreSomatic Exercises for Trauma: Reconnecting Mind and Body for Holistic Healing
Trauma affects not just the mind but the body as well, often leaving us disconnected from our physical selves. In my latest article, I delve into somatic exercises—simple, mindful practices that help release stored trauma and reconnect the mind and body. Whether you're new to somatic healing or looking for easy-to-implement exercises, this guide offers practical tools for fostering holistic wellness from the comfort of your home.
Read moreThe Power of Vagal Toning: Healing Through the Nervous System
The vagus nerve plays a crucial role in our body’s ability to recover from trauma. As the longest cranial nerve, it connects the brain to various organs and is a key player in the parasympathetic nervous system. Vagal toning exercises offer a way to gently guide the body back to a state of balance, helping to restore emotional stability and physical well-being.
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