Episode 23 Trauma and Resilience, Part 1

This episode of 'Living Well Into The Future,' hosted by Julie B. Adler, focuses on individual resilience in response to traumatic events, particularly the Holocaust. The guests include Dr. Bea Hollander-Goldfein, a licensed clinical psychologist and researcher with the Transcending Trauma Project (TTP), Bernice Lewis, a singer-songwriter and daughter and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, and Judy Levin, a clinical social worker involved with the TTP. The discussion delves into the importance of family dynamics, emotional connectedness, and communication in overcoming trauma. Listeners gain valuable perspectives on resilience applicable to various forms of traumatic experiences, including war, political turmoil, and personal loss.

00:00 Trauma and Resilience

01:06 Meet the Experts: Dr. Bea Hollander-Goldfein, Bernice Lewis, and Judy Levin

04:30 Understanding Trauma and Resilience

05:32 The Transcending Trauma Project

13:45 Family Dynamics and Resilience

18:48 Bernice Lewis: A Personal Story of Holocaust Survival

26:10 Impact of Trauma on Future Generations

49:35 Foundations of Trauma and Self-Care

50:22 Integrating Emotions, Thoughts, and Physiology

51:23 The Brain's Response to Trauma