Trauma is Stored in the Body

When we talk about trauma, it’s easy to focus only on what’s happening in the mind—memories, emotions, thoughts.
But trauma also lives in the body.
In the muscles.
In the breath.
In the heartbeat.
In the nervous system.

You might notice it as:
Tightness in your chest
Feeling disconnected from your body (numbness or "floating")
Chronic pain without a clear medical cause
Digestive issues or tension headaches
A racing heart or shallow breathing when triggered
Exhaustion even after "doing nothing"

This isn't weakness.
This is your body remembering—and protecting you—the best way it knows how.

Healing isn’t just about talking. It’s also about slowly teaching your nervous system that it’s safe to soften again.

💛 Through somatic practices, mindfulness, grounding, and trauma-informed care, your body can begin to release what it’s been holding.

✨ Healing isn't just in your mind—it’s in your nervous system, too.