Tattoos and Trauma

Tattoos have become more acceptable over the years but are often only seen as having decorative value.
My guest #DonnaTorrisi has written a book about the connection between tattoos and trauma.
While a tattoo sits only on the skin, the meaning of tattoos may be much deeper for some individuals, telling a story of a difficult time in their lives, a loss or a story of abuse.
In this way, tattoos are a form of self-expression that can tell you something about the person and their life’s journey. We heal from trauma in many ways…tattoos are one of those ways.

In this episode, you will learn:

1. How tattoos can create a bond between people who have experienced difficult life circumstances.
2. How body markings can play a part in healing from trauma.
3. Whether Dr. Carolyn has a tattoo and if yes, why?


QUOTES: A tattoo is skin deep but its meaning can tell a much deeper story of pain and trauma.


GUEST – Donna L. Torrisi, MSN

BIO: Donna Torrisi is a nurse practitioner and founder of a Community Health Ctr in Philadelphia which grew to 5 sites. Her first book is about her experience of working with low income patients who were courageous and resilient. She is the recipient of numerous leadership awards for her work in this field. Donna is a 2005 graduate of the Robert Wood Johnson Executive Nurse Fellowship Program. She served on the Governor’s commission for chronic care management and the Governor’s Advisory Committee on Health Care Reform. She is a Fellow in the American Academy of Nursing. Her second book, Tattoo Monologues, Indelible Marks on the Body and Soul will be available in October 2021.

HOW TO CONTACT GUEST: https://www.thetattoomonologues.com/

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