It will be a light walk through the slides, with the possibility of asking questions. Then we make an exercise in a breakout room, so you get a chance to talk with each other

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6:38 Crissy’s Tremor and Body Memories

Lilian discussed the importance of understanding symptoms in connection with stress. Crissy has been in the trauma class, where she resolved a trauma. She tell a little here:

Crissy shared her experience of having a significant reduction in her major symptom, tremor. Crissy connected her experience to a childhood memory of not being heard or acknowledged, which she believes contributed to her tremor. Lilian suggested that this memory could be a body memory or muscle memory, and that Crissy’s arm may have been trying to avoid the bus for 50 years. Crissy confirmed that her left hand, which is more affected, is the one that shakes more during Qigong exercises.

14:23 Emotions, Memories, and Symptom Triggers

Lilian discussed the complexities of emotions and memories in relation to symptoms. She emphasized that symptoms are not always just emotional but are often a combination of memories and underlying emotions. She used the metaphor of peeling an onion to explain how removing one layer of stress can lead to a change in symptoms. Lillian encouraged the group to let go of diagnoses and embrace their unique symptoms. The group shared personal experiences of how certain situations, such as arguments or specific environments, can trigger symptoms. Lillian suggested that these triggers could be related to fear and the body’s natural response to being in unfamiliar or potentially dangerous situations.

17:58 Lilian Explains Freeze Response

Crissy and Lilian discussed Crissy’s recurring feeling of coldness and shivering, which Lilian identified as a freeze response, a natural instinct for animals to hide from predators. This response can manifest as physical stillness and reduced body odor. Lilian advised Crissy to accept and lean into this response, rather than trying to push through it, as this would allow her body to release from the freeze state more quickly.

22:49 Dopamine’s Role in Stress Response

Lilian discussed the role of dopamine in stress response, explaining that it is the first state in response to stress and can be converted into adrenaline or homovanillic acid. She noted that individuals with Parkinson’s disease have a major route for dopamine conversion, and suggested that people with anxiety or excitement in their lives may have a higher tendency for this conversion. Lilian also explained that dopamine is responsible for survival instincts such as mating, eating, and preparing for winter, and that exercise can mimic the natural outlet of running and fighting, leading to a temporary flight or fight mode.

33:35 Diary and Video Creation Discussion

Lilian discussed the diary and its importance in the course. She mentioned that some participants had difficulty with it in the past, but this time it’s more straightforward. She also suggested that participants create a video discussing their symptoms, fears, and beliefs. Additionally, she encouraged participants to describe their symptoms in detail, like a scientist, to better understand them.

38:27 Interoception and Stress Response Discussion

Lilian explains the breakout room activity where participants will practice interoception and discuss their symptoms. The group then shares their experiences from the breakout rooms, with Crissy and Sara discussing anxiety related to Zoom calls, while Marian and Mila compare how perfectionism affects them differently. Lilian emphasizes the individuality of stress responses and encourages participants to connect on Discord. She also clarifies that the next lesson will be available on Monday, with some content already accessible.