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Understanding the Biology of Trauma and Science of Healing with James Gordon & Gary Roe

Original Air Date Wednesday, April 22, 2020

We all will deal with some form of trauma sooner or later. For some, it may be a catastrophic event that alters the course of their lives. For others, it may be an ongoing struggle in a long-term relationship. In either case, the body experiences physical and psychological stress as changes occur even at the cellular level. Healing trauma and transforming it into purpose can not only serve us but others as well.

To better understand how we may achieve post-traumatic growth, Harvesting Happiness Podcast Host, Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with two experts in the field of healing arts.

Dr. James Gordon describes how humans respond to trauma, how it affects us biologically, and how food can heal our bodies and our minds.

And, Gary Roe shares how we can overcome adversity to turn pain into purpose by being of service to others.

Tune in:

Meet Our Guests:

Understanding the Biology of Trauma and Science of Healing with James S. Gordon MD and Gary Roe

Dr. James Gordon is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, a former
researcher at the National Institute of Mental Health and Chair of the
White House Commission on Complementary and Alternative
Medicine Policy, and a clinical professor of Psychiatry and Family
Medicine at Georgetown Medical School.

Book: The Transformation: Discovering Wholeness and Healing After Trauma

James S. Gordon MD — The Biology of Trauma :

Growing up in a household filled with trauma and combat was the catalyst for James to pursue a career in psychiatry. {1:56}
Trauma is a part of everyone’s life sooner or later. {4:31}
James describes the two basic, lifesaving responses to trauma built into human biology. {6:34}
James explains how post-traumatic growth is at the root of all religious and spiritual traditions. {12:59}
The Trauma-Healing Diet: How the gastrointestinal tract is damaged when we experience trauma. {15:39}

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Gary Roe is an author, speaker, and grief specialist with eight books
and over 500 articles in print. A former missionary and pastor, he now
serves as a hospice chaplain and grief counselor for Hospice Brazos
Valley in central Texas.

Book: Difference Maker: Overcoming Adversity and Turning Pain into
Purpose Every Day.

Gary Roe — The Science of Healing:

In his book, Difference Maker, Gary addresses how to turn past pain into purpose. {30:46}
Gary shares how we all can embrace our truths and serve others for the greater good. {43:32}
Every human desires to be seen, heard, and loved. {49:59}
Reaching out to the ‘invisible people’ can change your life, and theirs. {53:52}

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