News — Childhood Trauma

Have you noticed that your face is puffy when you wake up or you have bags under your eyes, no matter how much sleep or self-care you get? From puffiness to bags to fine lines, these are actually the signs of “cortisol face.” High cortisol levels, triggered by prolonged stress, can silently change your appearance, affecting everything from your skin's texture to facial fat distribution. You may think it’s just aging, but it can be your body’s response to long-term stress. Face before and after releasing excess cortisol: Cortisol face shares symptoms with other stress-related conditions like fatigue, mood swings, and sleep disturbances. When your...

Somatic release looks different for everyone, because trauma itself is deeply personal and the actual definition of trauma can vary from person to person (depending on their own unique circumstances, healing mechanisms, and emotions). But one thing that binds us all when it comes to trauma is the way we deal with it and one sure fire way to do that is through somatic exercise. Understanding Trauma: A Look At Its Definition And Sources Trauma arises when an individual undergoes an event that evokes a profound sense of helplessness, fear, distress, or overwhelming pain. These events can take many forms,...

Signs of repressed childhood trauma in adults often show up in subtle, unexpected ways, impacting emotions, relationships, and the nervous system. But with the right help, we can start to identify and understand repressed childhood trauma and begin the healing process.  Introduction To Repressed Childhood Trauma Repressed childhood trauma is typically defined as emotional or physical trauma that occurred during childhood that has been repressed from conscious memory.  It could be a traumatic event, such as physical or emotional abuse, neglect, or even a natural disaster; it could also be the result of difficult family dynamics or a stressful home...