The Body's Memory of Repressed Emotions

Repressed Emotions Leave an Imprint on Our Bodies

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Do we truly know what happens in our minds? Do we know ourselves? Can we control what goes on inside us so that it doesn't negatively affect those around us? Do we actually know what we feel at any given moment? Understanding repressed emotions is the most powerful tool for m Thanks to neuroscience, by the end of the 20th century we began to understand and uncover neural circuits, as well as how the brain works in relation to emotions. The way we feel began to receive the attention it deserved—emotions were no longer seen as mere automatic reactions but began to hold real significance in the scientific study of human behavior. Making sense of our behavior.

Repressed emotions are more than hidden thoughts—they are powerful, stored experiences that leave an imprint on our minds and bodies. Left unacknowledged, they can quietly shape our behavior, influence our relationships, and even impact on our physical health.

Modern neuroscience has shown us that our feelings are central to human behavior. Emotional awareness—the ability to identify, understand, and process our feelings—is the key to preventing them from becoming repressed emotions that unconsciously guide our actions.

What Are Repressed Emotions?

Repressed emotions are feelings we push away or ignore.

We might think they’re unimportant or uncomfortable to face, yet these emotions often become the strongest forces shaping our behavior.

As psychologist Carl Jung famously said: