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Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma
by Bessel van der Kolk
4.39
197,314 ratings
Bessel van der Kolk, a leading expert in trauma, explores how trauma affects the body and mind, offering groundbreaking insights into healing methods that resonate with recall healing principles.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Trauma disrupts the body's natural equilibrium, leaving an imprint on body, mind, and brain
  2. PTSD involves reliving the past in the present, affecting the entire human organism
  3. Early relationships shape brain development and future stress responses
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by Bruce D. Perry
4.44
85,205 ratings
In this insightful dialogue, Bruce Perry and Oprah Winfrey explore the impact of trauma on development and healing, providing a compassionate framework for understanding emotional recovery.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Trauma shapes our brain and behaviors from early childhood
  2. Understanding "what happened to you" is crucial for healing
  3. Developmental adversity impacts stress response systems
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Making Your Mind Matter
by Joe Dispenza
4.26
11,390 ratings
Dr. Joe Dispenza explores the profound connection between mind and body, demonstrating how belief and intention can lead to healing, aligning perfectly with recall healing concepts.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. The placebo effect demonstrates the mind's power to heal the body
  2. Our beliefs and perceptions shape our biological reality
  3. Changing our state of being is key to becoming our own placebo
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From Surviving to Thriving - A Guide and Map for Recovering from Childhood Trauma
by Pete Walker
4.55
10,203 ratings
Pete Walker's compassionate guide to understanding and healing from Complex PTSD offers practical tools for emotional recovery, making it a must-read for those seeking to reclaim their lives.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Complex PTSD: Understanding the Impact of Childhood Trauma
  2. Recognizing Emotional Flashbacks and Their Triggers
  3. The Inner Critic: Breaking Free from Self-Destructive Thoughts
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Racialized Trauma and the Mending of Our Bodies and Hearts
by Resmaa Menakem
4.41
9,850 ratings
Resmaa Menakem's exploration of racialized trauma through a somatic lens offers profound insights into healing, making it essential for understanding the body’s role in emotional recovery.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Trauma lives in the body and perpetuates white-body supremacy
  2. Racialized trauma affects Black, white, and police bodies differently
  3. Healing requires settling the body and moving through clean pain
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Healing Trauma
by Peter A. Levine
4.07
8,798 ratings
Peter Levine's innovative approach to trauma healing emphasizes the body's role in recovery, making it a vital read for those interested in recall healing and somatic therapies.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Trauma is a physiological response, not just a psychological one
  2. The body has an innate capacity to heal from trauma
  3. Symptoms of trauma are the body's attempt to manage unresolved energy
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Tapping into the Power of Love
by Brian L. Weiss
4.34
6,109 ratings
Brian Weiss shares profound insights on love and healing through past-life regression, offering a unique perspective on emotional recovery and spiritual growth.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Love is the ultimate healing force and core of our existence
  2. We are immortal souls on a journey of spiritual growth
  3. Past life regression can unlock healing and understanding
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A Doctor, a Hospital, and a Pilgrimage to the Heart of Medicine
by Victoria Sweet
4.11
5,651 ratings
Victoria Sweet's insightful exploration of holistic care and the healing power of community offers a unique perspective on emotional recovery and the importance of patient-centered approaches.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Laguna Honda: The Last Almshouse in America
  2. The Clash Between Modern Healthcare and Traditional Patient Care
  3. Slow Medicine: The Power of Time and Observation
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A Guide to Overcoming Emotional Turmoil and Finding Freedom
by Vex King
4.02
3,548 ratings
Vex King's empowering guide offers practical exercises and insights for overcoming emotional challenges, making it a valuable resource for those seeking healing and transformation.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Trauma affects all aspects of our being, but healing is possible
  2. Self-awareness and curiosity are crucial for inner healing
  3. Rewrite limiting beliefs to transform your mindset
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How the Body Releases Trauma and Restores Goodness
by Peter A. Levine
4.35
2,938 ratings
Peter Levine's exploration of how the body processes trauma provides essential insights for those interested in recall healing, emphasizing the importance of somatic awareness.
3 Key Takeaways:
  1. Trauma is stored in the body and can be released through somatic awareness
  2. The polyvagal theory explains our nervous system's response to trauma
  3. Embodiment and awareness are key to healing trauma and living fully
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