The Truth My Body Knew Before My Mind Did
“The body keeps the score. If the memory of trauma is encoded in the viscera, in heartbreaking and gut-wrenching sensations, then our first priority is to help people ‘feel’ what their bodies are telling them.” ~Bessel van der Kolk
I used to think my body was a liar. Because how can something that’s supposed to be wise also be so dramatic?
Why did my stomach sink before a coffee date?
Why did I feel like I was going to vomit before a Zoom call?
Why did I freeze before taking a step toward the exact thing I said I wanted?…
Though I run this site, it is not mine. It's ours. It's not about me. It's about us. Your stories and your wisdom are just as meaningful as mine.