The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma 10-Minute Audiobook Summary Trauma isn't just stored in our memories—it lives in our bodies, reshaping our brains, emotions, and physical responses. In his groundbreaking work, psychiatrist Bessel van der Kolk reveals how trauma's imprint on our biology affects everything from our nervous systems to our capacity for joy. This audiobook summary distills van der Kolk's decades of clinical experience and cutting-edge research into practical, accessible insights. You'll discover why traditional talk therapy often falls short for trauma survivors, and explore evidence-based approaches that engage the body's natural healing capacity—including EMDR, neurofeedback, yoga, theater, and mindfulness. Van der Kolk challenges conventional wisdom by demonstrating how trauma is not just psychological but physiological. He explains how traumatic stress alters brain function, disrupts the body's alarm systems, and can lead to symptoms mistaken for character flaws or mental illness. This is a capsule version of the book, capturing its most powerful ideas in just 10 minutes. The audio distills the core insights and essential lessons, cutting out the fluff and saving you hours. If you've read the book before, it's a great way to revisit and reinforce what matters most. This version gives you all the practical takeaways you need to start taking action right away. Understand why trauma survivors often feel disconnected from their bodies, how childhood trauma shapes adult health, and most importantly—the pathways to recovery that go beyond just managing symptoms to achieve genuine healing and reclaim your life. Listen and learn how to speak the language your body has been speaking all along. Duration - 29m. Author - Capsule Audio. Narrator - Digital Voice Chris E. Published Date - Thursday, 16 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Brairwood Publishing LLC ©.