The Human Upgrade: Biohacking for Longevity & Performance Hacking PTSD With Gratitude – Dr. James Gordon : 644
Nov 14, 2019
Dr. James Gordon, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and mind-body medicine expert, discusses the nature of trauma as a universal human experience. He emphasizes self-awareness, self-care, and community support as vital for healing. Gordon highlights the transformative power of deep breathing and creativity in overcoming trauma and shares insights from his new book on personal recovery. He also addresses the importance of gratitude and forgiveness in fostering resilience, especially within communities affected by conflict and adversity.
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Supporting Trauma Healing
- Reassure traumatized individuals with support and provide tools for healing.
- Instill hope and empower them with techniques like deep, slow breathing for self-regulation.
Breathing Technique for Trauma
- Practice slow, deep belly breathing to stimulate the vagus nerve and reduce stress.
- This calms the fight-or-flight response and enhances self-awareness and compassion.
Defining Trauma
- Trauma is simply an injury to body, mind, or spirit, disrupting balance and causing emotional shutdown.
- Reflecting on unusual reactions or fears can reveal underlying traumas.
