Waking The Tiger - Healing Trauma - The Innate ... May 2026

is a seminal 1997 book by Dr. Peter A. Levine and Ann Frederick . It introduced the concept of Somatic Experiencing® , a neurobiological approach to healing that focuses on the body's physical sensations rather than just psychological processing. Core Premise: The Wild Animal Insight

The book's central question asks why animals in the wild, though routinely threatened with death, are rarely traumatized. Levine observes that animals naturally "discharge" the intense energy of a life-threatening event through involuntary movements—like shaking or trembling—once the danger has passed. Key Concepts Waking the Tiger-Healing Trauma - | UBC Learning Circle Waking the Tiger - Healing Trauma - The Innate ...