#787 - Bessel van der Kolk - The Surprising Solutions To Heal Trauma Without Medication

The new book is very much about... It's called Come to Your Senses.

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The speaker mentions a new book by Jonathan Haidt that discusses the negative effects of raising kids behind screens and the false reward system it c…

Abigail Schreier

There's a lot of criticism and skepticism at the moment about therapy and therapy culture.

Guest: Bessel van der Kolk

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Bessel van der Kolk is a psychiatrist, researcher, and an author. Trauma is often discussed as a mental and psychological issue. But what if it affects more than just the mind? What does it mean if your body is holding onto trauma, and how might these memories manifest outside of our brains? Expect to learn what is meant by the body keeping the score, what is wrong with the traditional way we talk about trauma, how you can learn to be more self compassionate, how trauma manifests and masks itself as illnesses, the best therapies and modalities for understanding and releasing trauma and much more...

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The Body Keeps the Score

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In Search of Lost Time

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Best for Individuals interested in psychology and self-awarenessOften cited around psychedelics and self-awareness

“The new book is very much about... It's called Come to Your Senses. And it's about really the critical issue of introspective embodied self-awareness.”

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Trigger: psychedelics and self-awareness

For: Individuals interested in psychology and self-awareness

Key quote: “The new book is very much about... It's called Come to Your Senses.”

The host mentions 'Come to Your Senses' to highlight the importance of introspective embodied self-awareness in the context of psychedelics. The book is positioned as a critical resource for understanding how individuals can change their relationship with themselves through awareness.

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“The speaker mentions a new book by Jonathan Haidt that discusses the negative effects of raising kids behind screens and the false reward system it creates.”

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Trigger: negative effects of screens

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Key quote: “The speaker mentions a new book by Jonathan Haidt that discusses the negative effects of raising kids behind screens and the false reward system it creates.”

The host highlights Jonathan Haidt's book to emphasize the detrimental impact of screen time on children's development. This discussion serves to critique modern parenting practices that rely heavily on digital devices.

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Abigail Schreier

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“Abigail Schreier recently wrote a book called Bad Therapy. She went on Joe's show. She came on this show.”

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Trigger: criticism of therapy culture

For: Mental health professionals and individuals interested in therapy

Key quote: “There's a lot of criticism and skepticism at the moment about therapy and therapy culture.”

The host mentions 'Bad Therapy' by Abigail Schreier to highlight the ongoing skepticism surrounding therapy practices. This book serves as a critique of the current state of therapy, emphasizing the need for therapists to engage in their own therapeutic processes.

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The Body Keeps the Score

Bessel van der Kolk

Best for Individuals interested in trauma and body-oriented therapyOften cited around introduction to trauma concepts

“The discussion revolves around how trauma affects the body and mind, referencing the book 'The Body Keeps the Score'.”

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Trigger: introduction to trauma concepts

For: Individuals interested in trauma and body-oriented therapy

Key quote: “My bookstores sold 5 million copies.”

The host mentions 'The Body Keeps the Score' to illustrate how trauma is often depicted in movies, highlighting the connection between physical movement and emotional states. This reference serves to emphasize the importance of understanding the body in relation to psychological experiences.

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In Search of Lost Time

Marcel Proust

Best for Individuals interested in trauma recovery and literature.Often cited around changing perceptions for recovery

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Sentiment: Passing Reference

Trigger: changing perceptions for recovery

For: Individuals interested in trauma recovery and literature.

Key quote: “A quote from Marcel Proust is mentioned in the context of changing perceptions for recovery from trauma.”

The host briefly mentions 'In Search of Lost Time' to highlight how literature can influence our understanding of trauma. Proust's insights are used to illustrate the complexities of perception in the healing process.

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