In recent years, there has been much research related to the way our brains store and handle traumatic memories. Current studies demonstrate that therapies that access the sensory parts of the brain in non-verbal ways are very useful.
Researchers have found that the sensory and
emotional components of traumatic experiences are stored in the
mid-brain. An ideal way to reach into this area is through art.
When we draw or paint our feelings and memories, we are
connecting the non-verbal to the verbal. The tactile experience involved
engages the mid-brain, supporting the natural releasing and healing of the
traumatic memory that is "stuck."
Don't worry about how "good" your artwork is. You may be
artistically talented ... or not. That's not important. What's
important is setting time aside when you won't be interrupted, finding a
modality you enjoy, and creating. Think about what is troubling you, or
what is important to you and let things flow through your fingers.
Sculpt
Make a quilt
Create a collage or scrapbook
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