The Body Keeps the Score (book by Bessel van der Kolk)

"The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk explores how trauma affects both the mind and the body. The book illustrates how traumatic experiences can lead to lasting psychological and physical issues, including anxiety, depression, and chronic pain. Van der Kolk emphasizes the importance of understanding trauma through a holistic lens, incorporating therapies like mindfulness, movement, and play to help individuals heal. He argues that to recover from trauma, it's essential to reconnect with our bodies, as they hold memories and emotions that traditional talk therapy might not fully address.