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Chronic constant anger and irritation in your body is a sign that you are holding unresolved trauma in your nervous system.
Anger is our biological signal that we feel violated or neglected in a violating way. This experience when unresolved leads our nervous system to snap constantly in response to stimuli regardless of its severity.
The cure? Process those unresolved stories and find safe places to feel the grief and powerlessness inherent in them.
As parents, we want to protect our children from harm, but threats of violence may not be the best way to do so. Instead, we can be a refuge and a barrier for our children, offering comfort and support in times of need.
Discover evidence-based techniques for helping children process traumatic events in a healthy way, including encouraging them to tell their story and avoiding avoidance, with guidance from expert Dr. Dan Siegel and clinical experience.
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