Why Do Animals Shake Off Trauma, But Humans Don’t?
The Science Behind Trauma Release
Imagine a gazelle escaping a predator. Its heart pounds, muscles burn, and adrenaline surges as it narrowly avoids death. But once safe, something fascinating happens: the gazelle trembles and shakes for a few seconds, discharging built-up survival energy. Then, it moves on—completely free from trauma.
Humans, however, handle trauma differently. Instead of instinctively releasing it, we suppress. We tighten, grit our teeth, and try to rationalize our way through pain. But trauma isn’t just a memory—it’s a physiological event, stored as trapped survival energy in the body.
Why We Hold Trauma—and How to Release It
Unlike animals, we’ve been conditioned to equate composure with strength and stillness with control. We resist the very mechanisms designed to free us. This suppression manifests as chronic stress, anxiety, depression, and even physical illness.
But here’s the good news: your body still knows how to heal. The ability to discharge trauma hasn’t disappeared—it’s simply waiting for permission to move again.
A Simple, Science-Backed Exercise for Trauma Release
Next time you feel overwhelmed, try this:
Stand with your knees slightly bent.
Shake out your hands, arms, and shoulders.
Let your entire body tremble for at least 30 seconds.
Notice the shift: a sense of lightness, relaxation, and presence.
This isn’t just a technique—it’s a return to your body’s natural way of processing stress. In a world that teaches us to freeze in the face of trauma, reclaiming movement is an act of empowerment and healing.
The Key Takeaway
You are not broken. Your body isn’t betraying you. It’s simply waiting for you to listen.
By embracing this primal release, you shift from intellectual healing to deep, embodied transformation. When you stop resisting and allow movement to flow, you step into a powerful truth: healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about letting life move through you.
Want to Go Deeper?
If you’re ready to explore how somatic energy healing can unlock and liberate your life force, I invite you to connect with me. Let’s move beyond trauma and into a radiant, awakened life—one where your body, mind, and spirit are fully alive and free.
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