Healing from the Past: Understanding Trauma and Finding Your Path to Recovery

This post explores the multifaceted nature of trauma, distinguishing between "Big T," "Little t," and developmental traumas, explaining how these overwhelming experiences physiologically impact the nervous system. It details various ways trauma manifests in daily life, from emotional dysregulation and intrusive thoughts to relationship challenges and physical symptoms. TKey healing principles are outlined, including establishing safety, cultivating self-compassion, and processing experiences, emphasizing that recovery is possible and professional therapeutic support is transformative in reclaiming one's life.