Body-First Healing: How Somatic Therapy Can Help Heal Trauma with Brittany Piper

This is an episode you don't want to miss - trust me...In this episode of the Outsmart Burnout Podcast, Dr. Zarya Rubin and trauma healer Brittany Piper delve into the complexities of trauma, its impact on the nervous system, and the journey towards healing. They discuss the definitions and misconceptions surrounding trauma, the effects of childhood experiences, and the importance of recognizing triggers and glimmers in our daily lives. The conversation highlights the significance of understanding the nervous system's role in emotional regulation and the signs of dysregulation. They explore the connection between trauma and burnout, particularly among high achievers, and emphasize the need for compassion towards our younger selves in the healing process. Practical exercises for nervous system regulation are also shared, making this episode a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand and heal from trauma.TakeawaysMost likely we've all experienced trauma.Trauma is any event that overwhelms the nervous system.Disconnection from self is a key aspect of trauma.Healing can happen in the present without revisiting the past.The nervous system operates through the body and is nonverbal.Triggers send us back to past trauma responses.Glimmers are cues of safety in our environment.Dysregulation can manifest as chronic fatigue or anxiety.Functional freeze is common among high achievers.Compassion towards our younger selves is crucial for healing.Chapters00:00 Body-First Healing: How Somatic Therapy Can Transform Trauma with Brittany Piper04:40 The Role of the Nervous System in Trauma09:44 Triggers vs. Glimmers: Navigating Emotional Responses14:45 Nervous System States: Dysregulation and Activation20:49 Signs of Dysregulation: Recognizing Your State24:55 Personal Journeys: Trauma, Healing, and Career Choices29:40 The Link Between Trauma, Perfectionism, and Burnout30:43 The Impact of Chronic Stress on Women's Health35:39 Understanding Functional Freeze and Its Effects39:10 The Journey of Healing and Trauma Recovery51:59 The Body Keeps the Score: Somatic Healing Practices58:21 Embracing Our Inner Child and Compassionate HealingConnect with Britt on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healwithbritHead to her website to learn more and purchase her book "Body-First Healing"https://www.bodyfirsthealing.com/Please like, subscribe and share this podcast with someone you think might enjoy it. And if you enjoyed the episode? Please leave us a review! It really does help other women looking to outsmart burnout discover the show.And remember, burnout is not your destiny; it's your wake-up call!Connect with Dr. Zarya Rubin:Listen to my TEDx talk about my burnout story: https://bit.ly/TEDxBurnoutLearn more: https://drzarya.comFollow along on IG: https://instagram.com/drzaryarubinDownload your FREE Outsmart Burnout Toolkit: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/outsmartburnouttoolkit