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How Trauma Affects the Body—And How Healing Can Begin
Trauma isn’t just something that lives in the mind—it leaves lasting imprints on the body, influencing your nervous system, posture, digestion, and overall well-being. If you’ve ever felt tense, restless, or “on edge” even when life seems calm, your body may still be carrying unresolved survival responses. In this article, Hiral Patel, OTR/L explores how trauma impacts the nervous system, why symptoms like muscle tension, sleep issues, and emotional numbness occur, and how Somatic Experiencing® can help you gently release stored survival energy. Learn practical ways to reconnect with your body, regulate your nervous system, and begin your healing journey.
Pride and the Path to Healing
Pride can bring both joy and pain—and if you’ve ever felt out of sync with the celebrations, you’re not alone. At Selva Wellness Collective, we recognize that for many queer and trans people, especially those with intersecting marginalized identities, Pride can stir up complex emotions rooted in trauma and survival. This piece explores the deeper truths behind queer trauma and invites you into a vision of healing that centers your wholeness, your story, and your right to be fully seen.