Aga Kehinde and Sharon Osterfield; (Audio) Using Emotional Freedom Techniques in English prisons.

Keywords Arukah Project, trauma-informed care, emotional freedom techniques, prison rehabilitation, mental health, adverse childhood experiences, somatic techniques, community support, wellbeing, resilience   Summary   The conversation centres around the Arukah Project, founded by Sharon Osterfield and Aga Kehinde, which aims to provide trauma-informed care and emotional freedom techniques (EFT) to support individuals, particularly in prison settings. They discuss their personal experiences that led to the creation of the project, the importance of understanding trauma, and the effectiveness of EFT in managing stress and emotional dysregulation. The project focuses on psychoeducation, community support, and future initiatives to expand their reach and impact.   Takeaways   The Arukah Project focuses on the restoration of mind, body, and spirit. Both founders have personal experiences that shaped their mission. Understanding trauma is crucial for effective intervention. EFT is a simple yet powerful technique for stress reduction. Trauma-informed care can significantly impact prison rehabilitation. The project aims to educate and empower individuals with tools for resilience. Community involvement and lived experience are central to their approach. The project seeks to address the generational impact of trauma. Future initiatives include expanding into police support and youth interventions. Collaboration with other organizations enhances their effectiveness.     Chapters   00:00 Introduction to the Arukah Project 03:14 Foundational Experiences and Motivations 06:14 The Arukah Project's Focus on Trauma 08:34 Exploring the Prison Population 11:26 Understanding Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) 14:37 Evidence and Effectiveness of EFT 17:01 Implementing the Arukah Project in Prisons 23:00 Understanding Trauma in Prison Environments 25:41 Barriers to Implementing Support Programs 28:33 Future Directions for the Arukah Project 34:32 Organizational Growth and Community Impact 38:31 Evidence-Based Practices in Trauma Support 40:22 Practical Wellbeing Tips for Listeners 42:12 Outro Oct 23  2.mp4