377: Post-COVID trauma, EFT exercises & how to actually process buried emotions | Spiritual teacher Gabby Bernstein

Gabby Bernstein: “The goal isn't to get rid of the parts of ourselves we think are bad. The goal is to help them become less extreme.”  Bernstein, a spiritual teacher and New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to actually work through stored trauma, plus: - How to use EMDR and EFT techniques (~14:12) - What to do if you're feeling unworthy or inadequate (~22:07) - What we can all learn from AA (~29:47) - Why surrender is nonnegotiable for personal growth (~32:39) - How to develop a direct line to your true self (~43:13) Referenced in the episode: - Bernstein's book, Happy Days: The Guided Path from Trauma to Profound Freedom and Inner Peace.  - mbg Podcast episode #200 and #175, with Bernstein.  - Read John Sarno, M.D.'s work, Healing Back Pain: The Mind-Body Connection.  - EMDR playlist.  - An mbg article about EFT and a quick tapping technique.  - Trigger warning: This episode includes mentions of suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know are struggling and need support, you can always call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: [email protected]. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices