The Hidden Cost of Trauma – Why the Body Keeps the Score
Bessel van der Kolk explains that trauma is not just psychological – it’s held in the body, shaping posture, behavior, and how we move through the world. Unlike everyday stress, trauma freezes us in fear or rage and disrupts our connection to others, which is essential for healing. Traditional psychology often overlooks the body’s signals and the social dimension of trauma. Healing comes not only from therapies like EMDR and yoga, but also from safe relationships and compassionate attunement – a reminder that to truly feel seen and supported is a biological need.