The Body Keeps The Score 6-Week Workshop on Trauma and Triggers
Overview:
This 6-week workshop offers a safe and supportive space to explore the multifaceted nature of trauma and its profound impact on our lives. We will delve into the true definition of trauma, differentiate it from common misconceptions, understand how it shapes our perceptions and reactions, and specifically address the complexities of complex trauma. By gaining a deeper understanding of these concepts, you will be empowered to navigate your triggers with greater awareness, foster self-compassion, and embark on a journey towards healing and resilience.
Workshop Structure:
Each weekly 2.5-hour session will incorporate psychoeducation, reflective exercises, gentle experiential activities, and opportunities for safe sharing and discussion (always optional).
Week 1: Unpacking the Myths: What We Think Trauma Is vs. What Trauma Truly Is
- Introduction & Creating a Safe Space
- Common Misconceptions of Trauma
- Defining Trauma: A Neurobiological and Psychological Perspective
- Introduction to the Stress Response System
- Reflective Exercise
Week 2: The Profound Imprint: How Trauma Shapes Our Worlds
- The Impact of Trauma on the Brain
- Trauma and the Nervous System
- Trauma’s Influence on Beliefs and Worldview
- The Development of Coping Mechanisms
- The Interconnectedness of Trauma and Mental Health
- Reflective Exercise
Week 3: The Web of Complexity: Understanding Complex Trauma (C-PTSD)
- Defining Complex Trauma
- Characteristics of Complex Trauma
- The Impact of Relational Trauma
- Internalized Critic and Shame
- Survival Mechanisms in Complex Trauma
- Reflective Exercise
Week 4: Triggers: The Echoes of Trauma in the Present Moment
- What are Triggers?
- The Physiology of Trigger Responses
- Identifying Common Trigger Categories
- Mapping Your Potential Triggers
- Understanding Emotional Flashbacks
- Reflective Exercise
Week 5: Navigating the Trigger Response: Tools for Self-Regulation and Grounding
- The Importance of Self-Regulation
- Grounding Techniques
- Developing a Trigger Action Plan
- Cognitive Restructuring: Challenging Trauma-Related Thoughts
- The Role of Self-Compassion in Managing Triggers
- Experiential Activity
Week 6: Fostering Healing and Resilience: Moving Forward with Awareness and Hope
- Review of Key Concepts
- The Path of Healing from Trauma
- Building Resilience After Trauma
- The Importance of Self-Care and Boundaries in Trauma Recovery
- Finding Meaning and Growth After Trauma
- Resources and Next Steps
- Closing and Integration
Your Investment in Yourself:
This transformative 6-week workshop series is offered at an investment of R300 per session, totaling R1800 for the complete journey. Consider this an investment in your personal growth, your relationships, and your future well-being – an investment that will yield invaluable returns.
Ready to Begin Your Journey Within?
If you’re seeking to:
- Understand yourself on a deeper level.
- Improve your relationships with family, friends, and partners.
- Navigate challenges with greater clarity and resilience.
Then this workshop series is for you.
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Payment for the workshop can be made in two ways: as a single upfront payment, a free Personality Test or pay weekly – every Monday to secure your spot. Please note that all workshops are limited to 15 participants to ensure an intimate and engaging learning environment.
Please remember that this workshop involves exploring sensitive personal experiences. A commitment to maintaining confidentiality within the group is essential to creating a safe and trusting environment for everyone. What is shared within these sessions stays within these sessions.
This workshop aims to provide education and tools for understanding trauma and triggers. It is not a substitute for individual therapy. If you are experiencing significant distress, please seek support from a qualified mental health professional.
Confidentiality: By participating in this online workshop, you acknowledge and agree to the following: Our sessions may involve participants sharing personal experiences, insights, and reflections. To foster a safe and trusting environment for everyone, all information shared by any participant within these sessions is to be considered strictly confidential and is not to be discussed or shared outside of this workshop setting. Furthermore, all materials provided as part of this course, including notes, resources, and any other content, are for your personal use only and may not be copied, reproduced, or distributed in any form to individuals who are not registered participants of this workshop. Your commitment to upholding this confidentiality agreement is essential in creating a supportive and respectful space for collective learning and personal growth.
Welcome to Your Journey of Empowerment and Understanding
Have you ever wondered why life feels so complex, so often shrouded in unnecessary drama? Have you yearned for a world built on simple truths: honesty, transparency, responsibility, and genuine effort?
Like many, my own path to understanding was forged through the fires of childhood trauma, leaving me with a deep yearning for clarity and a life lived with intention. It took years to unravel the intricate tapestry of human behavior, to recognize that the difficulties we face often stem from the unseen wounds and unacknowledged pain carried by those around us. We navigate a world where brokenness can unknowingly, and sometimes knowingly, cast shadows and create cycles of hurt. But there is a way forward. There is a path towards living a life that leaves a legacy of growth, not destruction. The answer lies within understanding. Understanding yourself – your inner workings, your triggers, your potential. Understanding others – their hidden struggles, their unique perspectives, their capacity for both harm and healing. And understanding how to communicate with the world in a way that establishes you as a safe, secure, and ethical presence, a positive building block for the generations to come.
Explore The Complexities Of Your World
This page is for you – the mother, the father, the wife, the husband, the young adolescent just beginning to navigate the complexities of the world. If you resonate with the desire to understand the intricate landscape of mental health, to explore the reasons behind our struggles, and most importantly, to learn how to be better and take unwavering accountability in every space you inhabit, then you are in the right place.
Join me in my workshops as we embark on a powerful journey of self-discovery and interpersonal understanding. Together, we will explore how to cultivate mental strength, ethical foundations, and the responsibility needed to transform our lives and positively impact the world around us. It’s time to step into your power and create a life you are truly proud of.