In today’s environment there’s a heightened emphasis on prioritising our mental health and independent events company, Seed Talks, curates fascinating talks across Brighton and various other cities, relating to just this.
Seed Talks organise enriching talks relating to wellness, philosophy, psychedelics, neuroscience and more, led by highly educated and knowledgeable speakers.
My friend Hannah Old and I attended the Science of Intergenerational Trauma Seed talk with clinical psychologist, Dr Deba Choudhury-Peters, several weeks back. The talk focused on intergenerational experiences, how these can shape your well-being and how many psychological conditions can be inherited from a previous family member’s trauma.
The event took place at the Brighthelm Centre in Brighton, where the buildings’ high ceilings, dim lighting and pink spotlights helped to create a welcoming and calm atmosphere.
I found the event truly captivating, and it was very interesting to learn about information that I could directly apply to my own life. Also, Dr. Choudhury-Peters spoke on a very delicate subject in such a sensitive and thoughtful manner, creating a sense of comfort throughout the talk.
In addition, I enjoyed how the discussion ended optimistically, leaving the audience with the concept that generational trauma can end with you, through lots of inner work. We were left with many tips and mindfulness practices as well.
Hannah’s perspective on the Seed Talks – Science Of Intergenerational Trauma event in Brighton:
I found this event powerful, it went into a relatively heavy topic, yet I felt refreshed after. Despite coming to a few, personal, revelations during this talk; I was reassured that not only is generational trauma common, but it is also something you can work through.
I found Dr. Choudhury-Peter’s stage presence and mannerisms comforting and it was obvious she had a hold over the room. This was prominent during her closing interactive exercise; she asked the audience to close their eyes and imagine someone who brings us comfort, that could be family, a stranger or even a pet, slowly walking up and hugging us. I felt as though there was almost an energy shift in the room like a communal deep breath was taken.
The aspect of the night I found most interesting and beneficial was the closing Q&A, the audience utilised this opportunity to question some topics covered and ask more personally relevant questions.
Overall the event lasted around an hour and a half and gave us a lot to reflect on; there was a great level of science and theory without the need for any knowledge beforehand.
The event was well organised by Seedtalk and Izzy and I were very content with the event.
Check out upcoming shows and book tickets here: https://www.seedtalks.co.uk/
