Often, survivors of trauma are expected to relive their most painful memories in order to heal. This process can be just as destabilizing as the trauma itself. But Babit Rothchild challenges this traditional approach by proposing a revolutionary alternative. She argues that stability should be the primary goal of healing. She believes that safety, balance, and regulation of the nervous system are not just supplementary elements, but the foundation upon which sustainable recovery can be achieved. In this book, Babit Rothchild challenges our understanding of psychological trauma as mere mental disorder. Instead, she sees it as a deeply embodied experience, embedded within the nervous system itself. She also guides therapists to create safe environments for their patients, through mindfulness, physical awareness, and regulation of the nervous system. This helps to guide patients toward recovery in a gentle manner, without letting them be overwhelmed by intense emotions that might reignite the trauma. In her view, healing from trauma is not a process of exploring the past, but a process of restoring internal balance.