Trauma

The Nature of Trauma

Matias began by explaining the origin of the word trauma, which comes from the Greek word “trauma,” meaning wound. He stated that everyone has experienced trauma, whether it be mental, emotional, or physical. These traumas shape who we are and are significant in our lives.

He introduced the concept of life as a process of digestion. The mouth symbolizes the beginning of this process, where the individual is shaped by genetics, family, and close relationships. Matias described how the teeth represent the first step of separation from the whole, symbolizing the formation of individuality. He then connected this concept to how ancestors and the family tree further divide the self into different parts, shaping organs and the body.

Division and Self-Understanding

The body’s division, he explained, allows the spirit to understand itself by separating and digesting different aspects of its being. Matias linked this to the process of cell division, known as meiosis and mitosis, which creates the structure of the body. Each part of the body carries the history of ancestors, with each tooth representing a different ancestor that contributes to shaping the self.

Matias described how the division of the self is vital for the spirit to explore its potential. He said that trauma is part of this process of division and pressure, essential for personal growth.

Trauma and the Teeth

He then focused on how teeth symbolize the division of the self and play a role in expressing emotions, such as when a person is angry or smiling. Matias highlighted that chewing or clenching the teeth could indicate unhealed trauma, as the body attempts to protect itself. Understanding one’s dental habits can reveal underlying traumas.

The Concept of Suffering

Matias made a distinction between suffering and pressure. He explained that suffering is not a universal system but a choice driven by one’s actions. He emphasized that the universe does not understand suffering but recognizes it as part of the cycle of growth. The key is to use the pressure and trauma to build oneself rather than fall into victimhood.

Excrement and Rebirth

Matias discussed how life’s digestive system leads to the excretion of waste, symbolizing bad or unused aspects of life. He emphasized that bad people or challenging experiences are part of this process and must be transcended to reach personal potential.

Assignment and Conclusion

He assigned a task to reflect on and write down significant traumas, identifying how they have shaped one’s current self and giving them purpose. Matias acknowledged the difficulty of this task but stressed its importance in healing and moving beyond victimhood. He concluded with the notion that suffering would no longer be necessary if the traumas are transformed.

The session ended with a meditation exercise to activate the root chakra, recognizing the pressure from life as a source of energy to achieve one’s potential.