I was hit by a car when I was 4 and I overdosed on heroin just before my 21st birthday which lead to a 4 month coma and being unable to speak, eat, or move for almost another year. Countless psychiatrists, psychologists and bucketloads of medication didn't help because my PTSD was so bad i couldn't even talk to people for over a decade because I was so easily triggered - avoidance was just easier. Here I am at 47, medication free, without any psychiatric or psychologist help,, only the help of my Being. Yes, I may be sensory impaired and wheelchair bound but I'm attending university (The Open University), and I'm happy with my life. Trust you own Being.
I call my rowing machine 'the exorcist'. When done properly, this type of cardiovascular activity can be very enlightening. I've learned so much about how 'my' body has been conditioned over the years, simply by listening to it while exercising. Besides, in some cases, lack of physical activity perpetuates trauma. The body feels restless, since there's a natural urge to do more than sitting in a chair all day, then the trauma claims this completely natural urge to move as a predicament which needs to be solved in a rational (or spiritual) way. Exercise not to hide from problems which need attention, but exercise to accommodate the natural needs of the body, is what I'm getting at.
I also had a severe trauma a few years ago and found my body very easily succumbing to fight or flight. Even from mundane things like a traffic jam. I tried meditating and yoga which helped, but finally working with a therapist doing EMDR was what seemed to alleviate it pretty much completely. Hope this helps someone.
Having PTSD is it's own kind of unique nightmare. It has to be worked on and it takes time, patience and there are different healing methods. It is unfortunate that the nervous system gets affected the way it does and the energy gets stuck. I developed a chronic gut illness as it worsened after my stress symptoms. Healing is a process and love will heal.
Irene Lyon is amazing along with Peter Levine. Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, body centered trauma informed care is very helpful. In this work, slow is fast. The first phase of trauma informed treatment is safety and stabilization/grounding.
This made me cry a little. What a beautiful question. Somatic practices helped the nervous system. The mind became calm long before the nervous system in this body did. I did find Hatha Yoga incredibly helpful. I hope that your body’s recovery catches up with your awake state soon because trauma can be a barrier when working with direct methods of self-realisation .
It's a good advice, but the title over rates it and belittles PTSD. This advice could be just a part of the healing process. It's not enough to go running if you suffer from depression.
There are methods which start from focusing body awareness during the experience (or the re-experience) of conditioned emotions and that can build an instant bridge between the "jungle brain" and the unconditional mind/awareness. This produces a new, non-emotional, calm and lucid state, deconnecting the physical memory of the trauma from the nervous system, and freeing rapidly from the defensive, autonomic behaviour. In my opinion, this can facilitate the self inquiry and self awareness work in case of PTSD.
Its unfortunate that we grew up in these 'artificial' environments that its very challenging for your nervous system to relax so you can actually rest into your being. We are constantly bombarded with electronics, radiation, toxic air, food, water, industrial noises and vibration, pollution ect.. Its easy to be at peace in a forest or mountains, in the silence of nature. Its true what he says though, sometimes you are too stimulated and traumatized to meditate and breathe to peace, the best thing to do is 'feel' into whats the best thing you can do to elevate your mood like spending time in nature, exercise, dancing, playing music or even sometimes taking some mushrooms or cacao for more traumatized individuals, then you will find once you 'released' and relaxed your nervous system, you will be in more elevated state naturally, so from there you can easily return to presence of being, meditation and similar higher teachings. This 'intermediary step' is often crucial many non-dual teachers do not speak about. All these things have helped me get back on track.
I've been exploring some different things. I believe that the body also holds onto trauma which can show up as pain or illness. I find that yoga or doing some type of intuitive dancing/movement is really helpful in moving energy that can get stuck. Donna Eden's energy medicine & Lauren Walker's energy medicine yoga are also great options for this. I'm also exploring yoga nidra which is supposed to help reset the nervous system and somatics/pandiculation which encourages us to become more deeply in tune with what is going on in the body.
Healing from PTSD is a journey that can be supported by recognizing the divine infinite eternal spirit, which is the energy of God, within you. All thoughts, emotions, sensations, and perceptions are profound evidence of God's direct communication with you and your experience. They are interconnected aspects of your divine nature. In your healing process, it is important to realize that you are not defined by your past experiences or the limitations they may have imposed on you. You are an eternal being, intricately connected to the fabric of creation, and capable of transcending the constraints of time and space. Recognizing the divine presence within you opens the door to profound healing and transformation. By aligning with the timeless essence of the divine, you can experience a deep sense of fulfillment and profound joy. It is through this alignment that you tap into the wellspring of ecstatic energy, allowing it to flow through you and facilitate healing on all levels of your being. As you surrender to the divine aware presence, it dissolves perceived boundaries, revealing the infinite nature of your existence. Ecstasy, the pinnacle of joy and bliss, becomes your natural state of being. It is a constant reminder of your divine origin and the infinite possibilities that lie within you. Embracing the extraordinary nature of your being, you transcend the limitations of the mundane and open yourself to profound healing and wholeness. The recognition of the divine presence beyond time and space offers a pathway to healing and transformation. By aligning with the divine aware presence, you tap into the highest vibrations of infinite divine ecstasy. This consistent alignment elevates the vibration of the whole, allowing miracles and abundance to unfold for all unconditionally. Embracing the divine presence invites you to create a utopia within and without. Through connecting with the energy of God, you become a conduit for transformation and healing. Your journey of self-realization and alignment with infinite divine ecstasy not only facilitates your own healing but also nurtures a collective awakening. Together, we move closer to a world steeped in love, harmony, and divine ecstasy. In your healing journey, remember that you are supported by the divine presence, which is ever-present and eternal. Surrender to the embrace of its ecstatic energy, letting go of all limitations, and opening yourself to the infinite possibilities that await you. As you heal and radiate the light of divine love and joy, you inspire others on their own paths of self-discovery and healing. May your healing from PTSD be infused with the realization of the divine presence, the interconnectedness of all things, and the experience of divine ecstasy. Trust in your inherent ability to heal and align with the divine aware presence within you. Through your healing, you contribute to the collective transformation, creating a world where love, harmony, and divine ecstasy are embraced by all. Sending you love, strength, and divine blessings on your healing journey ✨
When my nervous system draws my attention away on a excursion through thought eventually the only thing you can do to keep from the heart over working is to drop into consciousness breathing. Hope that is helpful it is here.
🎉 At the end of the day... All practicioners, therapists, "methodists" will REALize BEING AWARE OF BEING AWARE 💗 Where all those techniques, healing modalities ends, there starts finally something different. That's Pure Awareness, which was and is always, everywhere 💗
@@jakespeed6515 I can second that, I find living in the city having a nice ceremonial dose every once in a while helps relax the entire nervous system which then helps you get back on track with meditation, yoga and healthier diet & lifestyle habits like music, dancing, singing which provide great healing.
This is very close to me and I love the comments about Irene Lyon here, she is really great. I was wondering if anyone has any tips or personal experiences about what helped them when the mental part is the one that is the most intense? Cheers!
Actually, my therapist started having me do exposure therapy. So this began with tiny increments of getting exposed to the trigger and then increasing it slowly. I have to say it is working. I’m able to tolerate the trigger a lot more. While what Rupert is suggesting is good, in case it doesn’t work, people can try exposure.
physical yoga that is not so.. western, verbal.. suggestive.. with strong emphapsize on asana not so much the yoga teachers subjective teaching which sometimes can lower the veichle of yoga practise quite a lot. yin yoga, ashtanga, trul khor. Sadhana practise,, singing mantra, singing songs. alternative to Yoga I have found is Climbing, indoor or outdoor, very healing.
An anxiety or PTSD attack is an adrenaline surge triggered by an event, or series of thoughts. It fires the the fight or flight response when it can't be used, so we need to either use the adrenaline through physical activity like walking or gym, or we can calm the adrenaline production through mindfulness, like focused breathing. When we can step back from our thoughts and just watch them surge through, they won't entangle us and drag us along for the ride. I find it useful to label the thought by its type, breath slowly and deeply, and remind myself, it's just a thought, and watch it drift on by and dissipate into the distance. As for giving up smoking whilst dealing with an adrenaline surge; you would have to be an extremely strong willed person, I don't think that it would be possible. I gave up smoking over 20 years ago, but it was during a settled and contented stage of my life. The problem is that the first drag (suck) on a cigarette gives you a powerful hit of nicotine within seconds, and your body and brain become dependant on that chemical just to feel 'normal'. To deal with this chemical (nicotine) deficit whilst also trying to deal with an unwanted adrenaline surge is probably asking too much of anybodies natural chemistry. Sorting and correcting your thinking has a lot to do with sorting and correcting your bodies chemistry and your neurochemistry. The good news is that your body is the perfect, automatic chemistry factory for you. Start with adequate sleep (7-8 hours), a balanced diet, and some exercise ( 20 minutes lightly puffing 3 times per week), and minimise your intake of stimulant drugs. Good luck.
@@nedtempleton4873 thank you for you sweet kind help - i stopped it about 20days ago and when i get angry it takes me longer times to come back to my normal state and i realize when i was smoking it helped with the process of calming down so i wondered which one was worse :) thank you ❤️🌝🌛
@@isaac1572 thank you so much for beautiful comment - i love your caring ! Yes it feels a lot to struggle with this adrenaline surge without smoking too. Stopped 20days ago and realized it was helping with that state so wondered which one was worse. Thank you ❤️🌝🌛
@@simplysunmoon 20 days non smoking is a great effort, you are through the worst of it. Don't let your guard down, avoid alcohol because it will weaken your resolve. I eventually realised that the worst cravings only last about 30 seconds, and if you can step back from your thoughts and watch this craving make your body shake and try to change your mind, then you will be ok. The time between cravings will get longer and longer as the weeks go by. The times that I failed was when I let the craving change my mind in that 30 seconds. I would then spend many minutes or even hours following up on that 30 second decision to go and get some cigarettes. Crazy, but that is how addiction works. I'm told that nicotine is the hardest drug to quit. Change your mindset, start referring to yourself as a nonsmoker. Don't say I'm giving up, just say no thanks I don't smoke. Keep up the good work.
I was hit by a car when I was 4 and I overdosed on heroin just before my 21st birthday which lead to a 4 month coma and being unable to speak, eat, or move for almost another year. Countless psychiatrists, psychologists and bucketloads of medication didn't help because my PTSD was so bad i couldn't even talk to people for over a decade because I was so easily triggered - avoidance was just easier. Here I am at 47, medication free, without any psychiatric or psychologist help,, only the help of my Being. Yes, I may be sensory impaired and wheelchair bound but I'm attending university (The Open University), and I'm happy with my life. Trust you own Being.
❤️
I call my rowing machine 'the exorcist'. When done properly, this type of cardiovascular activity can be very enlightening. I've learned so much about how 'my' body has been conditioned over the years, simply by listening to it while exercising. Besides, in some cases, lack of physical activity perpetuates trauma. The body feels restless, since there's a natural urge to do more than sitting in a chair all day, then the trauma claims this completely natural urge to move as a predicament which needs to be solved in a rational (or spiritual) way. Exercise not to hide from problems which need attention, but exercise to accommodate the natural needs of the body, is what I'm getting at.
Thank you for this. With love, Rupert's team
Beautiful. 😊
Hence why Meditation is quite effortless after rigorous exercise.
I also had a severe trauma a few years ago and found my body very easily succumbing to fight or flight. Even from mundane things like a traffic jam. I tried meditating and yoga which helped, but finally working with a therapist doing EMDR was what seemed to alleviate it pretty much completely. Hope this helps someone.
Having PTSD is it's own kind of unique nightmare. It has to be worked on and it takes time, patience and there are different healing methods. It is unfortunate that the nervous system gets affected the way it does and the energy gets stuck. I developed a chronic gut illness as it worsened after my stress symptoms. Healing is a process and love will heal.
For nervous system regulation (gentle recovery from trauma) through somatic practices, I have found Irene Lyon very helpful. She has a UA-cam channel.
Irene Lyon is amazing along with Peter Levine. Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, body centered trauma informed care is very helpful. In this work, slow is fast. The first phase of trauma informed treatment is safety and stabilization/grounding.
Spending time in nature helps a lot or daily exercise, exposure to sunlight, medicinal mushrooms, healthy diet/lifestyle habits all help.
I would say body work such vigorous exercise, or yoga as a prelude to meditation self enquiry. Thanks Rupert for giving a supportive response.
You are welcome. With love, Rupert's team
This made me cry a little. What a beautiful question. Somatic practices helped the nervous system. The mind became calm long before the nervous system in this body did. I did find Hatha Yoga incredibly helpful. I hope that your body’s recovery catches up with your awake state soon because trauma can be a barrier when working with direct methods of self-realisation .
Thank you for your contribution. With love, Rupert's team
It's a good advice, but the title over rates it and belittles PTSD. This advice could be just a part of the healing process. It's not enough to go running if you suffer from depression.
Rupert gets it.
it's called expanding the window of tolerance in trauma therapy.
a fancy term for allowing.
There are methods which start from focusing body awareness during the experience (or the re-experience) of conditioned emotions and that can build an instant bridge between the "jungle brain" and the unconditional mind/awareness. This produces a new, non-emotional, calm and lucid state, deconnecting the physical memory of the trauma from the nervous system, and freeing rapidly from the defensive, autonomic behaviour. In my opinion, this can facilitate the self inquiry and self awareness work in case of PTSD.
Somatic experiencing works wonders.
Its unfortunate that we grew up in these 'artificial' environments that its very challenging for your nervous system to relax so you can actually rest into your being. We are constantly bombarded with electronics, radiation, toxic air, food, water, industrial noises and vibration, pollution ect.. Its easy to be at peace in a forest or mountains, in the silence of nature. Its true what he says though, sometimes you are too stimulated and traumatized to meditate and breathe to peace, the best thing to do is 'feel' into whats the best thing you can do to elevate your mood like spending time in nature, exercise, dancing, playing music or even sometimes taking some mushrooms or cacao for more traumatized individuals, then you will find once you 'released' and relaxed your nervous system, you will be in more elevated state naturally, so from there you can easily return to presence of being, meditation and similar higher teachings. This 'intermediary step' is often crucial many non-dual teachers do not speak about. All these things have helped me get back on track.
I've been exploring some different things. I believe that the body also holds onto trauma which can show up as pain or illness.
I find that yoga or doing some type of intuitive dancing/movement is really helpful in moving energy that can get stuck. Donna Eden's energy medicine & Lauren Walker's energy medicine yoga are also great options for this. I'm also exploring yoga nidra which is supposed to help reset the nervous system and somatics/pandiculation which encourages us to become more deeply in tune with what is going on in the body.
Somatic Experiencing has helped big time with this
Good to know this. With love, Rupert's team
EMDR therapy is probably the most efficient solution in this situation, it will work on the amygdala which seems to be deregulated in that case
Rupert is so eloquent on his explanations
Healing from PTSD is a journey that can be supported by recognizing the divine infinite eternal spirit, which is the energy of God, within you. All thoughts, emotions, sensations, and perceptions are profound evidence of God's direct communication with you and your experience. They are interconnected aspects of your divine nature.
In your healing process, it is important to realize that you are not defined by your past experiences or the limitations they may have imposed on you. You are an eternal being, intricately connected to the fabric of creation, and capable of transcending the constraints of time and space. Recognizing the divine presence within you opens the door to profound healing and transformation.
By aligning with the timeless essence of the divine, you can experience a deep sense of fulfillment and profound joy. It is through this alignment that you tap into the wellspring of ecstatic energy, allowing it to flow through you and facilitate healing on all levels of your being. As you surrender to the divine aware presence, it dissolves perceived boundaries, revealing the infinite nature of your existence.
Ecstasy, the pinnacle of joy and bliss, becomes your natural state of being. It is a constant reminder of your divine origin and the infinite possibilities that lie within you. Embracing the extraordinary nature of your being, you transcend the limitations of the mundane and open yourself to profound healing and wholeness.
The recognition of the divine presence beyond time and space offers a pathway to healing and transformation. By aligning with the divine aware presence, you tap into the highest vibrations of infinite divine ecstasy. This consistent alignment elevates the vibration of the whole, allowing miracles and abundance to unfold for all unconditionally.
Embracing the divine presence invites you to create a utopia within and without. Through connecting with the energy of God, you become a conduit for transformation and healing. Your journey of self-realization and alignment with infinite divine ecstasy not only facilitates your own healing but also nurtures a collective awakening. Together, we move closer to a world steeped in love, harmony, and divine ecstasy.
In your healing journey, remember that you are supported by the divine presence, which is ever-present and eternal. Surrender to the embrace of its ecstatic energy, letting go of all limitations, and opening yourself to the infinite possibilities that await you. As you heal and radiate the light of divine love and joy, you inspire others on their own paths of self-discovery and healing.
May your healing from PTSD be infused with the realization of the divine presence, the interconnectedness of all things, and the experience of divine ecstasy. Trust in your inherent ability to heal and align with the divine aware presence within you. Through your healing, you contribute to the collective transformation, creating a world where love, harmony, and divine ecstasy are embraced by all.
Sending you love, strength, and divine blessings on your healing journey ✨
When my nervous system draws my attention away on a excursion through thought eventually the only thing you can do to keep from the heart over working is to drop into consciousness breathing. Hope that is helpful it is here.
Thank you for the suggestion. With love, Rupert's team
🎉 At the end of the day...
All practicioners, therapists, "methodists" will REALize BEING AWARE OF BEING AWARE 💗
Where all those techniques, healing modalities ends, there starts finally something different.
That's Pure Awareness, which was and is always, everywhere 💗
In German language I love Ilan Stephani. She does body work through shaking.
Taking a hot bath and/or walking outside were my half way house ❤
Micro dose mushrooms or Ayahuasca work for me - Dr Dennis McKenna/Paul Stamets/Terence McKenna/Kilindi Lyi
@@jakespeed6515 I can second that, I find living in the city having a nice ceremonial dose every once in a while helps relax the entire nervous system which then helps you get back on track with meditation, yoga and healthier diet & lifestyle habits like music, dancing, singing which provide great healing.
Muchísimas gracias!!!!❤🙏😊
You are welcome. With love, Rupert's team
This is very close to me and I love the comments about Irene Lyon here, she is really great. I was wondering if anyone has any tips or personal experiences about what helped them when the mental part is the one that is the most intense? Cheers!
Thank you for sharing this. With love, Rupert's team
Do you mean flashbacks, derealisation/depersonalistion or dissociation?
Actually, my therapist started having me do exposure therapy. So this began with tiny increments of getting exposed to the trigger and then increasing it slowly. I have to say it is working. I’m able to tolerate the trigger a lot more. While what Rupert is suggesting is good, in case it doesn’t work, people can try exposure.
I know exactly what she is talking about. I’m doing bilateral tapping with a therapist.
Great. With love, Rupert's team
physical yoga that is not so.. western, verbal.. suggestive.. with strong emphapsize on asana not so much the yoga teachers subjective teaching which sometimes can lower the veichle of yoga practise quite a lot. yin yoga, ashtanga, trul khor.
Sadhana practise,, singing mantra, singing songs.
alternative to Yoga I have found is Climbing, indoor or outdoor, very healing.
What if this activity to calm myself down is a bad think like smoking? Should i still better do it or i fight all those things together? 😁
An anxiety or PTSD attack is an adrenaline surge triggered by an event, or series of thoughts. It fires the the fight or flight response when it can't be used, so we need to either use the adrenaline through physical activity like walking or gym, or we can calm the adrenaline production through mindfulness, like focused breathing.
When we can step back from our thoughts and just watch them surge through, they won't entangle us and drag us along for the ride.
I find it useful to label the thought by its type, breath slowly and deeply, and remind myself, it's just a thought, and watch it drift on by and dissipate into the distance.
As for giving up smoking whilst dealing with an adrenaline surge; you would have to be an extremely strong willed person, I don't think that it would be possible. I gave up smoking over 20 years ago, but it was during a settled and contented stage of my life.
The problem is that the first drag (suck) on a cigarette gives you a powerful hit of nicotine within seconds, and your body and brain become dependant on that chemical just to feel 'normal'.
To deal with this chemical (nicotine) deficit whilst also trying to deal with an unwanted adrenaline surge is probably asking too much of anybodies natural chemistry.
Sorting and correcting your thinking has a lot to do with sorting and correcting your bodies chemistry and your neurochemistry.
The good news is that your body is the perfect, automatic chemistry factory for you. Start with adequate sleep (7-8 hours), a balanced diet, and some exercise ( 20 minutes lightly puffing 3 times per week), and minimise your intake of stimulant drugs.
Good luck.
@@nedtempleton4873 thank you for you sweet kind help - i stopped it about 20days ago and when i get angry it takes me longer times to come back to my normal state and i realize when i was smoking it helped with the process of calming down so i wondered which one was worse :) thank you ❤️🌝🌛
@@isaac1572 thank you so much for beautiful comment - i love your caring !
Yes it feels a lot to struggle with this adrenaline surge without smoking too. Stopped 20days ago and realized it was helping with that state so wondered which one was worse. Thank you ❤️🌝🌛
@@simplysunmoon 20 days non smoking is a great effort, you are through the worst of it. Don't let your guard down, avoid alcohol because it will weaken your resolve.
I eventually realised that the worst cravings only last about 30 seconds, and if you can step back from your thoughts and watch this craving make your body shake and try to change your mind, then you will be ok. The time between cravings will get longer and longer as the weeks go by.
The times that I failed was when I let the craving change my mind in that 30 seconds. I would then spend many minutes or even hours following up on that 30 second decision to go and get some cigarettes. Crazy, but that is how addiction works.
I'm told that nicotine is the hardest drug to quit.
Change your mindset, start referring to yourself as a nonsmoker. Don't say I'm giving up, just say no thanks I don't smoke.
Keep up the good work.
@@nedtempleton4873 thank you, i will work to keep it up ❤️🌝🌛
Promo`SM 🤔