The article explores the concept of generational trauma as observed by a school counselor in Philadelphia. Working with children exhibiting anxiety and stress responses reveals that these patterns often stem from inherited behaviors across generations. Through teaching breathing exercises, the counselor connects personal experiences with those of students, highlighting the importance of addressing these deep-seated issues beyond traditional cognitive therapies. The article underscores the necessity for holistic approaches that consider both emotional understanding and the physical manifestation of trauma to effectively support children facing various challenges.
Healing doesn't mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.
The breathing techniques I had been teaching these children-techniques I had originally learned to manage my own anxiety-were actually addressing something much more profound: generational trauma stored in the body.
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