How to Unblock the Mind-Body Connection of Past Trauma

Shaking it out never felt so good

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“When you are in a state of gratitude, you transmit a signal to the field that the event has already occurred. Gratitude is more than an intellectual thought process. You have to feel as though whatever you want is a new reality at this very moment. Thus, your body (which only understands feelings) must be convinced that your future experience is happening to you now. When you do this consistently, you become the creator of your life.” — Dr. Joe Dispenza⁣

Why Is the Mind-Body Connection Essential to Understanding Ourselves?

Our body continually listens to our subconscious mind. Whatever we are thinking and feeling, the body is receiving.

Why Do We Suppress Our Feelings as a Sign of Strength?

As children, many of us were taught to run, suppress, stuff, hide, or pretend that we don’t have negative emotions — but they don’t just disappear; they get lodged into our bodies, and over time, they create pain until we find healthy ways to release. Our feelings and emotions don’t disappear into the atmosphere when we are uncomfortable.

If we try to run, avoid, ignore, or suppress…