Trauma Rewired Dangers of Emotional Repression, Healthy Expression, and Your Nervous System
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Feb 20, 2023 The podcast explores the dangers of emotional repression and the importance of emotional expression for overall health, particularly the nervous system. It discusses the impact of childhood trauma on emotional repression, the consequences to the nervous system, and the importance of finding a safe space to work through emotions. The episode also delves into the effects of emotional repression on the body and the connection between trauma, somatic healing, and generational trauma. Additionally, it touches on epigenetics, emotional regulation, and the importance of trauma awareness.
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Protective Mechanisms
- Both suppression and repression are protective mechanisms employed by the nervous system.
- Suppression is a conscious effort to control emotions, while repression is unconscious and long-term.
Consequences of Repression
- Emotional repression alters our perception of the world, affecting how we interpret sensory inputs and social interactions.
- It also triggers neurochemical changes, impacting hormones, neurotransmitters, and overall nervous system function.
Interoceptive System Damage
- Trauma can damage the interoceptive system, hindering our ability to accurately interpret internal signals and emotions.
- This can lead to difficulty recognizing harmful situations and setting appropriate boundaries.