They say that the sacral chakra is the place in the body that is the source of our sexuality, our sensuality, and our creativity. Others say that this is the place where trauma resides. Like much of life, I have come to realize that two things can be true at the same time.
I held on to my trauma for a very long time, not really telling anyone much about it until I was well into my thirties. I don’t think twenty year old Jenna would have been able to handle the emotional overwhelm that comes up when you begin to dive into these complicated aspects of your life. I have also learned that one cannot heal from trauma while you are still in it, so there’s that.
February’s pole dance series was all about getting into the hips, something that I have shied away from for years. I have done the conventional type therapy on many of my traumas, and I have done EMDR and Group Therapy as well. But I do have to say that actively moving your hips, twerking, and humping the hardwood floor has brought my healing into another level.
There is ecstasy of watching your ass jiggle in the mirror for the first time in a long time. There is a sense of euphoria that comes over you when you just let the music take over your body. There is an immense amount of joy to be had shaking your butt in a room full of women all cheering each other on. There is just something so sweet about it.
Mad love, Jenna
