038 - Unlocking Trauma - Somatic Healing and Breathwork

In this episode, Anna Parker-Naples discusses trauma and its effects on our lives. She explores different types of trauma, including big T trauma and little T trauma, as well as trauma experienced during early development and inherited family trauma. Anna also delves into somatic storage and therapy, explaining how trauma can be stored in the body and the importance of releasing it. She touches on the concept of past lives and ancestral trauma, highlighting the potential impact on our present lives. Anna concludes by inviting listeners to explore their own somatic sensations and consider what stories they may be carrying that are not their own.TakeawaysTrauma can come in various forms, including big T trauma (major events) and little T trauma (smaller events that our minds struggle to process).Trauma can be stored in the body, leading to physical symptoms and emotional distress.Somatic therapy, such as breath work and deep body work, can help release stored trauma and promote healing.Past lives and ancestral trauma may also influence our present experiences and behaviors.Continual healing and growth are important, as trauma work is an ongoing process.Anna announces an upcoming retreat focused on connection, self-trust, and purpose.Chapters00:00Introduction to Trauma02:22Types of Trauma03:18Somatic Storage and Therapy07:05Past Lives and Ancestral Trauma09:57Exploring Somatic Sensations11:50Healing and Releasing Trauma15:11Continual Healing and Growth17:35Announcement: Retreat19:18Details of the Retreat22:00Invitation to Apply for the Retreat23:26Conclusion and FarewellResources:Positively Connected: The Retreat : www.annaparkernaples.com/retreat"It Didn't Start with You" by Mark Wolynn"The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der KolkWaking the Tiger by Peter Levine