34: Why It’s More Important to Address Trauma Than Stress

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In this episode, you'll learn how trauma impacts your stress response, why early life experiences shape your resilience and practical techniques for fostering a healthier mindset and emotional well-being.

Timestamps:

[02:06] The connection between trauma and stress

[03:11] Overview of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)

[04:19] Psychoneuroimmunology explained

[09:21] Ages 0-5 are foundational in forming beliefs and identity

[10:45] Mental and physiological types of stress

[11:57] Addressing trauma before other stressors

[13:43] Compounding effects of trauma

[17:09] Using posture for mental flexibility

[17:41] Daily gratitude and visualization

[19:09] Finding effective trauma-healing practices

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