In the aftermath of the Monterey shooting, it is important that we come together to provide both ourselves and others with a safe and supportive environment.  Stanford psychologist, Dr. Christine Catipon, shares some tips for nurturing yourself after a traumatic event.  Trauma can cause a lot of stress and anxiety. In this video, we’re talking about ways to help you manage and heal trauma. Dr. Catipon shares techniques for self-care that can help you to begin practicing emotional rest.




Time Stamps


00:00 Intro – Addressing Monterey Park


01:49 How to hold space for ourselves in this cultural moment?


05:57 Giving Ourselves Space to “be sad and upset”


10:41 Taking off “the mask” to impress


17:23 How to begin the journey of authenticity and self-discovery?


31:05 How can we honor our inner wisdom?


38:28 How can you distinguish actions driven by fear or love?




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