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Scenario

How emotional shock manifests as physical numbness

My whole left side feels numb and dead after my divorce and doctors say nothing is wrong but I cannot feel my arm or leg properly.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The psyche's response to overwhelming loss includes the somatic strategy of numbing, which can persist as a protective mechanism long after it serves its purpose.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Somatic approaches to psychological healing?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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