10/05/2025
Trauma-Informed Meditation
Creating a safe space for yourself, one where stillness isn’t forced, but gently invited. When the nervous system is stuck in survival mode, sitting quietly can feel anything but peaceful. The body might resist, the mind might race, and the very idea of stillness might trigger discomfort rather than relief. The key isn’t to fight these responses, but to meet them with understanding.
Start by acknowledging that safety comes first. Meditation doesn’t have to mean sitting motionless in silence. It can be as simple as focusing on your breath, swaying gently, or even keeping your eyes open if closing them feels overwhelming. Give yourself permission to adjust the practice as needed, maybe grounding yourself with touch, like pressing your feet into the floor or holding onto something steady. Sensory anchors, like soft textures or calming scents, can signal to the nervous system that you’re in a safe environment.
Rather than trying to silence the mind, observe it with compassion. If thoughts spiral, notice them without judgment and gently redirect your focus to something steady, the rhythm of your breathing, the feeling of air moving in and out, or even a soothing word repeated in your mind. Stillness doesn’t mean suppressing emotions, it means allowing them to surface without becoming consumed by them.
Over time, the body may start to trust the practice, recognizing it as a space of safety rather than threat. The nervous system, conditioned to stay alert, might slowly find moments of ease. Healing through meditation is creating a space where calm can eventually arrive on its own. If stillness feels difficult today, that’s okay. Some days, simply acknowledging the challenge is enough. The journey is about meeting yourself where you are, one breath at a time.
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