Trauma

Psychological trauma is formed when it is not possible to process the negative experience in a natural way. This is such a significant situation that the processing mechanism in the brain does not work and is fixed in memory. And later, in seemingly similar situations, this traumatic experience begins to manifest itself.

Healing from a traumatic experience involves several key steps.

• Acceptance: Recognizing and accepting your experience is the first and important step to healing.
• Support: Communication with family, friends or specialists helps to get out of isolation and share emotions.
• Therapy: Professional help, such as psychotherapy or counseling, provides tools for processing trauma.
• Bodywork, breathing practices: Techniques that focus on physical sensations (yoga, body practices, breathing techniques), help to release emotional tension and restore awareness to your body.
• Physical Activity: Simple physical exercises — running, swimming, cycling and other activities — promote the release of endorphins and help relieve stress. Movement releases trapped energy and improves mood.
• Creative expression: Art and creativity provide an outlet for repressed emotions and a means of healing. Keeping a diary, painting, music, singing, dancing, and other forms of self-expression help clarify thoughts and feelings, bringing back the enjoyment of life.
• Establishing a routine: Creating a stable and predictable routine helps restore control and confidence, which is especially useful for people who have experienced trauma.
• Self—compassion: Developing self-esteem with kindness and understanding is an important aspect of healing. Acknowledging one's suffering and taking care of oneself in difficult times contribute to emotional recovery. Try to criticize yourself less.

Healing from trauma is a long and multifaceted process that requires time, patience, and effort. The main thing is to remember that the path to recovery begins with the first step.