Throughout our lives, we all encounter a myriad of experiences. Some leave us with memories we cherish, while others etch deep marks of pain and hurt.
Big or small, we all experience trauma at some point in our lives.
These traumatic experiences can weigh heavy and impact us on a daily basis. The wounds of our past often leave us feeling like we are broken and fragmented, vulnerable in our surroundings, and unworthy of care and support.
In order to better understand the effects of trauma and how to begin the healing process, I had the privilege to learn from and collaborate with Dr. Arielle Schwartz, a beacon of hope for those navigating the path of trauma recovery.
Today, I’m going to share 3 powerful takeaways I walked away with from our time together.
Meet Dr. Arielle Schwartz
Dr. Arielle Schwart is a renowned clinical psychologist and bestselling author of The Complex PTSD Workbook. With over 6,000 reviews and 4.7 out of 5 rating on Amazon, this book has been gaining momentum as a groundbreaking tool for individuals. She is also the author of the powerful book, The Post- Traumatic Growth Guidebook.
Her wisdom and insights on healing have blown me out of the water, and her teachings have changed my life.
I’m so excited to share with you the top three lessons I took away from our time together.
3 Things We All Need to Hear – From Dr. Arielle Schwartz
1. You are not broken, you are deeply hurt and simply in need of care
When we face unresolved trauma, many of us end up feeling like there is something wrong with us. This can leave us thinking that we are broken or flawed.
But as Dr. Arielle puts it, the truth is that you are not broken. You’ve been deeply hurt, and you are simply in need of care.
You are not broken. In fact, you are already whole. And you just need compassion, love, and support to help you heal from the hurt you’ve endured.
This recognition that you are already whole and that you are not broken – it can be the first step towards healing.
So take a moment to take that in today. Repeat it to yourself, if you can:
I am not broken. I’m simply hurt, and in need of care.
Want to take this deeper? Click below on your mobile device to tap along with Dr. Schwartz to The Path to Gentle Care Tapping meditation:
2. You can find safety inside of yourself whenever you need it
In order to heal and to allow our bodies to release the burdens of trauma, we need to feel safe enough now, in the present moment. So, we must learn to build a sense of safety and stability within ourselves, before healing the wounds of the past.
Fortunately, we all have the tools within ourselves to establish a sense of safety.
We can ground ourselves in our physical space, we can gather comforting resources around us (a fuzzy blanket, a pet, whatever it might be), and we can go within ourselves to visualize our own inner sanctuary of safety. We can close our eyes and imagine a place where we feel totally at peaceful and at ease, and we can do whatever we need to in that space to feel safe and comfortable. These are all things we can do, whenever we need, to establish safety.
Landing in that sanctuary of safety within ourselves can be such a powerful tool to help us open the doors to healing.
As Dr. Schwartz says,
“You can create your own inner retreat, that you can return to as often as you’d like.”
Want to take this deeper? Click below on your mobile device to tap along with Dr. Schwartz to the Feeling Safe and Secure Tapping meditation:
3. All of you is welcome here
Another key ingredient for healing is self-acceptance.
It can be easy to feel ashamed of certain parts of ourselves, or to want to push away certain feelings. But, in order to heal, we must learn to accept ourselves as we are, and to love all the parts of us that show up.
Approaching our emotions and experience with curiosity, rather than criticism, creates space for all our feelings and all our parts to be acknowledged.
As Dr. Schwartz says, “It is the birthright of every human being to be loved and accepted just as they are.”
You deserve that love and acceptance.
“ALL of you is welcome here. And ALL of you is worthy of unconditional love and acceptance.“
Want to take this deeper? Click below on your mobile device to tap along with Dr. Schwartz to the Embracing All of You Tapping meditation:
Come Tap Along with Dr. Arielle Schwartz
If you have wounds from the past, and you feel inspired to walk your own healing journey, then I highly encourage you to join us in The Tapping Solution App and tap along with Dr. Schwartz.
We are so truly grateful to be able to offer a 5-Day Transforming Trauma Series, crafted and led by Dr. Arielle Schwartz herself.
⭐ Tip: Click here on your mobile device to go straight to this series in the app. Or, search for the title in the app!
This series is a journey through five pivotal steps designed to foster inner healing, allowing you to shed the burdens of past traumas and stride forward with newfound freedom.
Through these carefully curated Tapping sessions, you’ll discover the art of anchoring in the present, embracing your whole self with kindness, and feeling empowered to navigate the path ahead.
Important Note: While these Tapping meditations provide valuable support, they are not a replacement for professional medical advice or treatment. Always consult with a qualified health provider for any medical concerns. These sessions are intended to complement your healing journey, alongside resources like Dr. Arielle’s “The Complex PTSD Workbook.”
In addition to this powerful 5-day experience, you can also find 5 standalone Trauma Support sessions:
- The Path to Gentle Care
- Embracing All of You
- Grounded and Safe: Creating a Sanctuary Within
- New Horizons: Rising with Resilience
- Reclaiming Your Worth
I am SO thrilled to be able to offer you these new sessions, and I can’t wait for you to give them a try.
What people are saying
They are deeply comforting and incredibly powerful. Just read some of the reviews for yourself:
“This tapping meditation felt like a loving, supportive embrace. I am so grateful for the content facilitated by Dr. Arielle Schwartz.”
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“This felt like a hug to me. Fabulous. I feel hopeful.”
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“I was in a really bad state and this came at the right time… by the end of the session I was so relaxed and falling asleep with a feeling of calm and peace.”
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“It made me cry I felt so seen and understood. The same goes for the other new trauma healing meditations. They are just what I need.”
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“This is deep work to me. Thank you so much! I feel so safe after this meditation.”
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“Really helped bring a feeling of peace and comfort”
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“It touched my soul. thank you”
Whether you’re familiar with Tapping or new to the practice, Dr. Arielle Schwartz’s sessions provide a compassionate, unique, and powerful gateway to healing. We invite you to explore these sessions within The Tapping Solution App and embark on a transformative journey of healing.
To start, download The Tapping Solution App, and let your journey of self-discovery and growth begin.
Go Deeper with Dr. Arielle Schwartz
For more insightful resources and to learn all about Dr. Arielle Schwartz’s groundbreaking work, visit www.drarielleschwartz.com.
Her offerings include trainings, books, therapeutic yoga sessions (join via Zoom!), an incredible blog, and so much more. You can pre-order her latest book, “Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga” on Amazon now.
And guess what? You can even meet Dr. Arielle Schwartz in person at her upcoming Beyond Trauma Retreat at the Art of Living Retreat Center this September. Based on “The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook,” this incredible retreat will be a weekend of deep healing, taking you on a mind-body journey toward resilience, hope, and transformation.
I’m so grateful to Dr. Arielle Schwartz for all the work she is doing to help people around the world heal. Her work has changed my life, and I hope it changes yours, too.
Until next time… Keep Tapping!
Jessica Ortner
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