In this conversation, Keresse Thompson, LCSW, interviews Dr. Mariel Buqué about her mission to make healing tools accessible and break the cycle of trauma. They discuss the impact of collective trauma, the role of the nervous system in trauma responses, and the importance of teaching our bodies to feel safe. They also explore the process of grieving traumatic lineage, breaking up with shame, and the choice to forgive. Dr. Buqué shares advice for preventing trauma from continuing in future generations and emphasizes the importance of getting comfortable with growing the old wounded self. She hopes to be remembered as a soft place for people to land.TakeawaysCollective trauma has a significant impact on individuals and communities, and it is important to recognize and address its effects.Understanding the role of the nervous system in trauma responses can help individuals develop strategies to feel safe and regulate their emotions.Grieving traumatic lineage and breaking up with shame are essential steps in the healing process.Forgiveness is not a prerequisite for healing, and individuals have the choice to forgive or not.Preventing trauma from continuing in future generations requires intentional parenting and breaking cycles of abuse and neglect.Getting comfortable with growing the old wounded self involves embracing curiosity, tenderness, and lightness in the healing journey.Honoring the past without defining the future allows individuals to move forward and create a more well-rounded understanding of themselves.The upcoming generation should prioritize self-care, take intentional pauses, and create spaces for healing and growth.Get in Touch:https://www.drmarielbuque.com/Dr. Buqué’s Book: https://www.drmarielbuque.com/breakthecycleChapters00:00Introduction and Setting the Stage01:18Dr. Mariel Buqué's Mission03:18Understanding the Impact of Collective Trauma06:08Internal Messages that Keep Us in Inaction08:57The Role of the Nervous System in Trauma12:59Teaching Our Bodies to Feel Safe14:41Grieving Traumatic Lineage19:14Breaking Up with Shame24:16The Choice to Forgive26:50Preventing Trauma from Continuing in Future Generations34:45Getting Comfortable with Growing the Old Wounded Self38:11Honoring the Past without Defining the Future40:11How Dr. Mariel Buqué Wants to be Remembered41:46Advice for the Upcoming GenerationIf you like this podcast please leave me a review and rate!For more info on my services such as Tarot readings please visit my website at www.therapeutichealingbyreese.comFollow me on Instagram!https://instagram.com/_keresse_?utm_medium=copy_linkFollow me on Facebook!https://www.facebook.com/TherapeuticHealingByReese/