Resmaa Menakem is a therapist with decades of experience who is currently in private practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He specializes in trauma, body-centered psychotherapy, and violence prevention. He has also appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil as an expert in conflict and violence. 

In this episode, Eric and Resmaa discuss his book, My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending our Hearts and Bodies.

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In This Interview, Resmaa Menakem and I Discuss Racialized Trauma and …
His book, My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending our Hearts and Bodies
His definition of Trauma: Something that happened too much, too soon, too fast, or too long without something that was reparative
A sense of stuckness as an indicator of Trauma
Racialized Trauma
Looking at White and Black Body Trauma
White body supremacy
Being nice vs. being anti-racist
Tuning into our bodies to heal racial Trauma
Collective healing
The power of not jumping to intellectualizing the wounds that need healing

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Resmaa Menakem is a therapist with decades of experience who is currently in private practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He specializes in trauma, body-centered psychotherapy, and violence prevention. He has also appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show and Dr. Phil as an expert in conflict and violence.&nbsp;In this episode, Eric and Resmaa discuss his book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9781942094470" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending our Hearts and Bodies</a>.But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed.&nbsp;<a href="https://oneyoufeed.net/support" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month.&nbsp;</a>It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Resmaa Menakem and I Discuss Racialized Trauma and …<ul><li>His book,&nbsp;<a href="https://bookshop.org/a/16850/9781942094470" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending our Hearts and Bodies</a></li><li>His definition of Trauma: Something that happened too much, too soon, too fast, or too long without something that was reparative</li><li>A sense of stuckness as an indicator of Trauma</li><li>Racialized Trauma</li><li>Looking at White and Black Body Trauma</li><li>White body supremacy</li><li>Being nice vs. being anti-racist</li><li>Tuning into our bodies to heal racial Trauma</li><li>Collective healing</li><li>The power of not jumping to intellectualizing the wounds that need healing</li></ul>Resmaa Menakem Links:<a href="https://www.resmaa.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Resmaa’s Website</a><a href="https://twitter.com/ResmaaMenakem" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/Resmaamenakem/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/resmaa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a>Vionic&nbsp;Shoes offers comfortable, stylish, and supportive footwear made with their signature Three-Zone comfort with Ultimate Arch Support technology.&nbsp;They offer a 30-day wear test so if you’re not completely satisfied, you can return or exchange after 30 days.&nbsp;Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://vionicshoes.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">vionicshoes.com</a>&nbsp;and enter promo code:&nbsp;WOLF to get free shipping.Skillshare&nbsp;is an online learning community that helps you get better on your creative journey. They have thousands of inspiring classes for creative and curious people. Sign up via&nbsp;<a href="http://www.skillshare.com/feed" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.skillshare.com/</a>feed and you’ll&nbsp;get a FREE one-month trial of&nbsp;Skillshare&nbsp;premium membership.If you enjoyed this conversation with Resmaa Menakem on Racialized Trauma, you might also enjoy these other episodes:<a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/deep-transformation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Deep Transformation with Spring Washam</a><a href="https://www.oneyoufeed.net/healing-trauma-through-consciousness/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Healing Trauma with Judith Blackstone</a>

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Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Embark on a transformative journey with "The One You Feed" podcast, hosted by Eric Zimmer. Drawing wisdom from the old parable of the two wolves within us, this show explores growth and well-being. Through insightful interviews with thought leaders and experts in development, Eric delves into topics like mindfulness, resilience, and positive habits. Gain practical advice and reflective insights to navigate life's challenges and nurture your inner strength. Every episode is a valuable resource that offers inspiration and actionable strategies for a more fulfilling existence. Join Eric as he shares wisdom, fostering the growth of the positive wolf within you. Feed your curiosity and embark on a transformative path with "The One You Feed"!

Resmaa Menakem on Racialized Trauma

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