Provided that these concepts are already at play during childhood, I don`t think the theory bit is the most accurate way to explain why we use these processes. I believe in some circumstances, it is only due to natural predisposition. We can argue that this predisposition has somewhat of a theoretical framework, but, in some cases, I think it is rooted in a far more primal place. Your ability to breakdown these concepts and how you explain them is very impressive, thanks and cheers!
@@ManuelLamy The idea that we don't need to focus on genes when it comes to healing trauma and emotional repression is a valid one, and there's scientific support for this perspective. While genes can play a role in predisposing individuals to certain conditions, it's widely recognized that they aren't the sole determinants of our emotional experiences or mental health outcomes. Here's why focusing less on genetic factors and more on trauma and emotional repression can be a powerful approach to healing: ### 1. **Epigenetics and Environmental Influence:** Research in the field of epigenetics shows that genes are not fixed blueprints; they can be switched on or off by environmental factors, including childhood experiences, stress, trauma, and emotional repression. For example, a 2004 study by Meaney and Szyf demonstrated how nurturing behaviors in rats led to changes in the expression of genes related to stress response. This implies that even if a person has a genetic predisposition for anxiety or depression, the expression of these genes can be altered by changes in their environment and behavior, suggesting that trauma-informed therapies have the potential to reverse some of the effects caused by adverse experiences. ### 2. **Neuroplasticity and Healing:** The brain’s ability to change and adapt, known as neuroplasticity, means that we have the capacity to heal from trauma by forming new neural pathways. Studies by Dr. Richard Davidson, a neuroscientist, show that practices like mindfulness, therapy, and emotional processing can physically alter brain structures associated with emotional regulation and well-being. This demonstrates that despite any genetic predisposition, people can rewire their brains for healthier emotional experiences. ### 3. **Genetic Predisposition is Not Deterministic:** While genetics can influence traits like temperament or vulnerability to certain conditions, they are not destiny. A study published in *Nature Human Behaviour* in 2019 revealed that most mental health conditions are polygenic, meaning they are influenced by many genes, each having a small effect. This means that lifestyle, environment, trauma, and emotional processing have a much greater impact on mental health outcomes than any single genetic factor. Thus, addressing trauma and emotional repression is likely to be far more effective than attempting to "fix" or worry about one's genetic makeup. ### 4. **Trauma Can Create Gene Expression Changes That Are Reversible:** Experiences of trauma, especially in childhood, can alter gene expression through a process called methylation. However, studies show that interventions like therapy, trauma processing, and emotional inquiry can help reverse or mitigate these changes. A study by Yehuda et al. (2016) on Holocaust survivors and their children demonstrated that even though trauma affected their genes, healing practices led to changes in how those genes were expressed, suggesting that trauma processing can counteract negative genetic influences. ### 5. **Focus on Trauma Yields Practical, Immediate Results:** Unlike genetic interventions, which are still largely speculative or limited to future medical advancements, trauma processing, therapy, and emotional repression inquiry provide practical and immediate ways to address suffering. Techniques like somatic experiencing, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), mindfulness, and body-based therapies have shown significant success in reducing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional repression without any need to alter genes. ### Conclusion The scientific consensus suggests that while genetics may play a role in predisposition, trauma and emotional repression have a far more significant and immediate impact on mental health and well-being. Because we can't directly manipulate our genes, it makes more sense to focus on addressing trauma, emotional repression, and unmet needs through therapeutic practices that have been proven to foster healing. This approach aligns with how the brain and body can change, adapt, and heal, supporting the idea that our suffering is not an inescapable consequence of our genetic makeup.
The buried beliefs in the body are only a cover for and distraction from the real root of suffering; repression and buried childhood emotions. Ultimately the content of the beliefs don’t matter much - it’s their function - to keep us repressed and suffering - that we want to address using repression inquiry. And it is very powerful when down skillfully 🔥.
Provided that these concepts are already at play during childhood, I don`t think the theory bit is the most accurate way to explain why we use these processes. I believe in some circumstances, it is only due to natural predisposition. We can argue that this predisposition has somewhat of a theoretical framework, but, in some cases, I think it is rooted in a far more primal place.
Your ability to breakdown these concepts and how you explain them is very impressive, thanks and cheers!
@@ManuelLamy that sounds good, but what if you really just have buried emotions and you’re afraid of them? That’s what I realized.
@@ManuelLamy The idea that we don't need to focus on genes when it comes to healing trauma and emotional repression is a valid one, and there's scientific support for this perspective. While genes can play a role in predisposing individuals to certain conditions, it's widely recognized that they aren't the sole determinants of our emotional experiences or mental health outcomes. Here's why focusing less on genetic factors and more on trauma and emotional repression can be a powerful approach to healing:
### 1. **Epigenetics and Environmental Influence:**
Research in the field of epigenetics shows that genes are not fixed blueprints; they can be switched on or off by environmental factors, including childhood experiences, stress, trauma, and emotional repression. For example, a 2004 study by Meaney and Szyf demonstrated how nurturing behaviors in rats led to changes in the expression of genes related to stress response. This implies that even if a person has a genetic predisposition for anxiety or depression, the expression of these genes can be altered by changes in their environment and behavior, suggesting that trauma-informed therapies have the potential to reverse some of the effects caused by adverse experiences.
### 2. **Neuroplasticity and Healing:**
The brain’s ability to change and adapt, known as neuroplasticity, means that we have the capacity to heal from trauma by forming new neural pathways. Studies by Dr. Richard Davidson, a neuroscientist, show that practices like mindfulness, therapy, and emotional processing can physically alter brain structures associated with emotional regulation and well-being. This demonstrates that despite any genetic predisposition, people can rewire their brains for healthier emotional experiences.
### 3. **Genetic Predisposition is Not Deterministic:**
While genetics can influence traits like temperament or vulnerability to certain conditions, they are not destiny. A study published in *Nature Human Behaviour* in 2019 revealed that most mental health conditions are polygenic, meaning they are influenced by many genes, each having a small effect. This means that lifestyle, environment, trauma, and emotional processing have a much greater impact on mental health outcomes than any single genetic factor. Thus, addressing trauma and emotional repression is likely to be far more effective than attempting to "fix" or worry about one's genetic makeup.
### 4. **Trauma Can Create Gene Expression Changes That Are Reversible:**
Experiences of trauma, especially in childhood, can alter gene expression through a process called methylation. However, studies show that interventions like therapy, trauma processing, and emotional inquiry can help reverse or mitigate these changes. A study by Yehuda et al. (2016) on Holocaust survivors and their children demonstrated that even though trauma affected their genes, healing practices led to changes in how those genes were expressed, suggesting that trauma processing can counteract negative genetic influences.
### 5. **Focus on Trauma Yields Practical, Immediate Results:**
Unlike genetic interventions, which are still largely speculative or limited to future medical advancements, trauma processing, therapy, and emotional repression inquiry provide practical and immediate ways to address suffering. Techniques like somatic experiencing, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), mindfulness, and body-based therapies have shown significant success in reducing symptoms of trauma, anxiety, depression, and emotional repression without any need to alter genes.
### Conclusion
The scientific consensus suggests that while genetics may play a role in predisposition, trauma and emotional repression have a far more significant and immediate impact on mental health and well-being. Because we can't directly manipulate our genes, it makes more sense to focus on addressing trauma, emotional repression, and unmet needs through therapeutic practices that have been proven to foster healing. This approach aligns with how the brain and body can change, adapt, and heal, supporting the idea that our suffering is not an inescapable consequence of our genetic makeup.
Is it really buried emotions in your body or is it actually buried beliefs? You didn’t know you still believed? 🤨
Does a statement without energy have power?
The buried beliefs in the body are only a cover for and distraction from the real root of suffering; repression and buried childhood emotions. Ultimately the content of the beliefs don’t matter much - it’s their function - to keep us repressed and suffering - that we want to address using repression inquiry. And it is very powerful when down skillfully 🔥.