In this episode, I sit down with Jenna Pacelli, a licensed marriage and family therapist and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner for a rapid-fire discussion on a variety of topics and perspectives including: her background in wilderness therapy, early developmental trauma vs. "shock" trauma and what distinguishes them, how and why early trauma can linger in the body, how individuals can begin experimenting with a more embodied practice and approach (and also what doesn't work), the sorry state of therapy on social media, polar bears, and lots of other things. Resources mentioned: Peter Levine, "In an Unspoken Voice:" https://www.amazon.com/Unspoken-Voice-Releases-Restores-Goodness/dp/1556439431 Alice Miller, "The Drama of the Gifted Child:" https://www.amazon.com/Drama-Gifted-Child-Search-Revised/dp/0465016901 The polar bear video we discuss (10:50): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhyuZlp2j8U To learn more about or to connect with Jenna, here are some places you can find her: www.jennapacelli.com jennapacelli.substack.com instagram.com/jennapacelli Timestamps: 0:48: Jenna's background and introduction. 5:26: Understanding trauma and its impact on individuals, with a focus on a somatic approach to healing. 10:35: Understanding predictable defensive responses in animals is crucial to preventing trauma symptoms. 15:11: Understanding trauma responses and resilience based on individual experiences and childhood upbringing. 19:54: Impact of early experiences on nervous system memory and intergenerational trauma. 24:52: The importance of distinguishing coping skills from actual treatment for regulation and healing. 30:05: The emergence of addictive strategies in response to intolerable environments, leading to external regulation of the nervous system. 35:15: Unconscious parental behavior may lead to using children to fulfill unmet needs, which can be perceived as love but has long-term effects. 40:03: Discussion on overcoming dissociation through trauma-informed yoga and body exploration. 45:11: Inconsistent advice in the wellness industry is leading to confusion and lack of progress in personal development. 50:28: Understanding the impact of dissociation and adaptive nervous system responses on individuals. My ebooks: https://jenhowk.gumroad.com Join my membership community (courses, group coaching, 1:1 connections and messaging, and more): https://collective.jenhowk.com

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