Sitting With Trauma: Lessons Collected on My Meditation Journey
Progress can sometimes feel like suffering when you’re in the middle of it
If people ask me how much I meditate, I’ll be coy about it — as if it’s a secret, personal experience shared between the universe and me. Too many people are carrying trauma as we endure the ravages of a pandemic, so I feel it’s important to share some of the lessons I’ve collected during my decades-long, practice of meditation with PTSD.
I can attest that meditation can help with trauma — I can also attest that the wrong approach can hurt.
Medical Disclaimer: I’m not a medical professional and of COURSE I think you should seek professional help if you are able. If you are seeking therapy, especially about trauma, please discuss meditation practices with your therapist. Please, be aware that any tool that is powerful enough to help you to heal can also be harmful. Be cognizant and cautious when embarking on a new path.
