Incidents could includephysical or emotional abuse, neglect, or a traumatic event such as war.
Janov believed that the only way to resolve psychological problems is to expressrepressed emotions and feelingsin order to heal.
This can include talking, crying, shouting, or making sounds.
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These stages include the following:
1.Regression:InRegression, you will re-experience past traumatic incidents in your life.
You may experience some of the same feelings and sensations that you had during these incidents.
2.Release:In Release, you will be encouraged to express your emotions and feelings as they surface.
This can include talking, shouting, crying, or making other sounds.
At times, it may feel uncomfortable or even scary during this stage.
3.Integration:In Integration, you will begin to put together the pieces of your life story.
You may also begin to forgive yourself and others for the things that have happened in your past.
Primal therapy may also be used to treat physical symptoms that are thought to be because of repressed emotions.
Primal therapy may also be used to help people process traumatic events in their adult lives.
Some people engage in primal therapy to help them cope with emotions they are experiencing during these stressful times.
Some people may find the process of expressing their emotions and feelings to be too difficult or uncomfortable.
Primal therapy sessions typically last for around an hour.
People who engage in primal therapy may notice a release of tension after each session.
This is because the process of expressing feelings and emotions has an effect similar to physical exercise.
You may also choose to do more research on the process of primal therapy before working with a specialist.
Remember to take things at your own pace and never feel rushed into anything.
The decision to do primal therapy should be a thoughtful one that is made with caution and care.
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