Animals and Trauma

Do you have any negative and/or difficult experiences associated with animals? You are not alone. It is not always easy to discuss these experiences in a world where there is a lot of controversy around people and their pets, use of parks for dogs, dog on beaches, etc. It is safe here. It is OK to love pets and OK not to love them! 

 

In fact, many clients discuss  with me frightening childhood experiences they have had with animals. For some it  has left a deep imprint. For those in shifting this--It is possible  to work through those reactions to animals. With conscious patience, time and practice, many people do.  For instance, some spend time with a photo or video of a particular animal, to desensitize reactions and retrain the mind and emotions. It is a simple place to start. And it can open up at least an ease around them.

 

Some people who choose to loosen up their trauma around certain animals spend time witnessing that animal live from a safe distance ( in your car or with a trusted partner).  The goal here is not to change something that you do not want to but to consider how you really feel about the animal(s) in question, the place it/they have in your life and if you want to do anything about it.  Please let us know.  Animals are everywhere and are a part of the world we live in.

 

Look for my upcoming February newsletter which explores pets and the many human issues associated with animals. See my website at http://www.corsoyogatherapy.com.