Join us as we have a conversation about the lasting impacts of Generational Trauma.
Definition of Generational Trauma:
- Generational trauma is explored as trauma extending from one generation to the next.
- The impacts of trauma can be passed down genetically and behaviorally, hindering appropriate social engagement and nurturing.
Brief Overview of Epigenetics:
- What is epigenetics?
- Epigenetic changes are adaptable rather than definitive.
- A reference study on rats regarding stress and cherry blossoms.
Types of Generational Trauma:
- Collective trauma is discussed, including racism, oppression, scarcity of resources, wars, combat PTSD, and displacement.
- Individual trauma examples are provided, such as abuse, assault, medical trauma, and severe injury.
- Family trauma is highlighted, encompassing attachment wounds and cycles of insecure attachment patterns.
Benefits of Understanding Generational Trauma:
- Understanding generational trauma helps make the subconscious conscious, gaining agency over one's nervous system and behaviors.
- Increased compassion for previous generations aids in forgiveness and releasing anger.
- Different lenses through which to understand trauma are explored: trauma lens, attachment lens, and anxiety lens.
Book Recommendations for Healing Generational Trauma:
