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Your Body Keeps Score! - Unhealed Trauma Making You Feel Lost, Addicted, Stressed | Dr. Bessel

Today’s returning guest is Dr Bessel van der Kolk. Bessel is a professor of psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine and President of the Trauma Research Foundation.

Dr. Bessel van der KolkguestDr. Rangan Chatterjeehost
Oct 9, 20241h 43mWatch on YouTube

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EPISODE INFO

Released
October 9, 2024
Duration
1h 43m
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Dr Rangan Chatterjee
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

Download my FREE Habit Change Guide HERE: http://bit.ly/3QKGGFW Find out about the Three Question Journal here https://bit.ly/3Ha4L5c Download my FREE Breathing Guide HERE: http://bit.ly/3WbGHUw Today’s returning guest is Dr Bessel van der Kolk. Bessel is a professor of psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine and President of the Trauma Research Foundation. He's also the author of the iconic book, 'The Body Keeps the Score’, which first came out over 10 years ago and has sold millions of copies all around the world. In fact, the book has been somewhat of an international sensation and is as popular today as it ever has been. In this conversation, we discuss the meaning of trauma and how it’s different from stress. Bessel shares common signs of trauma and describes how traumatic experiences leave a physical imprint in our bodies, which can contribute to a variety of physical and mental health problems. Interestingly, despite his extensive work with patients who have gone through some quite horrific, traumatic events, Bessel is still very optimistic about the world and what he has seen has deepened his belief and faith in human resilience. We talk about healing and the many methods and techniques that Bessel has found to be helpful. He explains why he thinks that body-oriented therapies such as yoga can play such a vital role and he also explains why he is so passionate about the new research on psychedelic-assisted therapy - for trauma, depression, OCD, and addiction. He explains how these treatments can essentially 'reboot' the brain, opening up new possibilities for healing*. Throughout the conversation, we emphasise the crucial role of human interaction and supportive communities in dealing with trauma and fostering resilience. Bessel also offers some valuable advice for parents on raising resilient children. This conversation really is one of hope and positivity. Yes, sometimes life presents us with some challenging times, but as BESSEL MAKES VERY CLEAR - we ALL have a remarkable capacity to move on, change and heal. Throughout our conversation, Bessel's message is one of hope and the remarkable capacity of humans to change and heal. He provides practical suggestions for those beginning to address their own trauma, including approaches that are affordable and widely available. This is a powerful and insightful discussion with one of the world's leading authorities on trauma. I hope you enjoy listening. *PLEASE NOTE: the psychedelic compounds discussed are illegal in many countries around the world and, as Bessel says, these drugs should only be taken under the guidance of trained healthcare professionals. #feelbetterlivemore ----- Connect with Dr van der Kolk: Website https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thebodykeepsthescore/ https://www.instagram.com/thebodykeepsthescore/ Trauma Research Foundation https://traumaresearchfoundation.org/ Dr van der Kolk’s book: The Body Keeps the Score: Mind, Brain and Body in the Transformation of Trauma US: https://amzn.to/4eP8Yub UK: https://amzn.to/40RWYBp #feelbetterlivemore #feelbetterlivemorepodcast ------- Sign up to my newsletter - FRIDAY FIVE https://drchatterjee.com/fridayfive Find out about THE THREE QUESTION JOURNAL https://bit.ly/3TSaYtX Pre-order MAKE CHANGE THAT LASTS. US & Canada version https://amzn.to/3RyO3SL, UK version https://amzn.to/3Kt5rUK Order HAPPY MIND HAPPY LIFE. US & Canada https://amzn.to/3DRxjgp, UK https://amzn.to/304opgJ Read FEEL GREAT LOSE WEIGHT. US & Canada https://amzn.to/2GWPgls, UK https://amzn.to/2W6bsOE Order FEEL BETTER IN 5. US & Canada https://amzn.to/2EB2oM0, UK https://amzn.to/2G0XK7l Read THE STRESS SOLUTION https://amzn.to/2MZ8u8h Order THE 4 PILLAR PLAN available via http://amzn.to/2yGfpuB Or the US version is HOW TO MAKE DISEASE DISAPPEAR https://amzn.to/2Gj1YEL ----- Listen to all podcast episodes on https://drchatterjee.com/podcast or via these podcast platforms by searching for 'Feel Better, Live More'. Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6NyPQfcSR9nj0DPDr2ixrK ----- Follow Dr Chatterjee at: Website: https://drchatterjee.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drchatterjee Twitter: https://twitter.com/drchatterjeeuk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchatterjee/ Newsletter: https://drchatterjee.com/subscription DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

SPEAKERS

  • Dr. Bessel van der Kolk

    guest

    Psychiatrist and trauma researcher, best known as the author of "The Body Keeps the Score."

  • Dr. Rangan Chatterjee

    host

    Medical doctor and host of the podcast "Feel Better, Live More."

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Dr Rangan Chatterjee, featuring Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and Dr. Rangan Chatterjee, Your Body Keeps Score! - Unhealed Trauma Making You Feel Lost, Addicted, Stressed | Dr. Bessel explores Bessel van der Kolk on Trauma, the Body, Connection and Psychedelics Van der Kolk defines trauma as an overwhelming experience with no one to step in, after which the nervous system keeps reacting to ordinary events as catastrophes, often showing up as irritability, repeated relationship conflict, or addiction.

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