Quote by Bessel van der Kolk

"Trauma is a fact of life. It does not, however, have to be a life sentence."

"We have learned that trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body."

"As long as we perceive threats, our brains will respond as if we are in danger."

"Being able to feel safe with other people is probably the single most important aspect of mental health."

"You can't expect to be happy if you're surrounded by mess."

"Health and happiness - these are true wealth"

"How can you live like this? It's like a pigsty!"

"You're going to get sick living like this."