EMBODIMENT

As I get older, I am more and more thankful for these moments of invitation to reflect on what was and dream into what will be.

Today, I find myself reflecting on the word embodiment and how this relates to the reclaiming/renewal work we must do as those who have experienced the physical violation of sexual trauma.

By definition, embodiment is “a tangible or visible form of an idea, quality, or feeling.”

When I think about the embodiment of trauma, the associated qualities that come to mind are a collapsed physical frame, darting or vacant eyes, low or blocked energy, lack of balance, instability, sallow skin tones, dark circles under the eyes, and restlessness (just to name a few).

The associated feelings that come to mind are depression, anxiety, anger, shame, hypervigilance, dysregulation, numbness, loneliness, disconnected, dissociation, fear, lack of confidence, low self-worth, and guilt (just to name a few).

I am overwhelmed by a visual of the millions of people who are walking representations of wounded embodiment.

Now lest you think, “Dang Rachel, what a downer!”, here’s something wonderful about embodiment.

Synonyms are “realization” and “manifestation”.

The tangible qualities and feelings shift to peacefulness, confidence, groundedness, self-esteem, creativity, aliveness, vitality, empowerment, playfulness, relaxation, bright eyes, standing tall, taking up space, freshness, emotional regulation, stability, and more!

Now I know you may be thinking that all sounds like a pipe dream, but I promise you it’s not!

The great news is there are many pathways to reinvention, reclaiming, renewal, manifestation!

About The Author

Rachel is the owner and founder of Rachel Grant Coaching and is a Sexual Abuse Recovery Coach. Rachel holds a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and is the author of Beyond Surviving: The Final Stage in Recovery from Sexual Abuse and Overcome the Fear of Abandonment. You can download both free on her website

As always, if there’s anything I can do to be a support to you in your journey from wounded to empowered, don’t hesitate to reach out!

She works with survivors of childhood sexual abuse to help them let go of the pain of abuse and finally feel normal.

Her program, Beyond Surviving, is specifically designed to change the way we think about and heal from abuse. she has successfully used this program to help her clients break free from the past and move on with their lives.

Reach Rachel here or on Facebook .