Navigating through the landscape of grief and trauma can be an intensely private journey, yet there exists profound power in communal healing. Over the years, I’ve had the opportunity to participate and then lead grief and rage rituals, a ceremonies designed not only to acknowledge these heavy emotions but also to transform them through the…
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When women feel self-love alive in their bodies – meaning they can taste, touch, hear, smell and feel love for themselves as a tangible force- they cannot tolerate violence or abuse. This creates a ripple effect in their families. In their lineages. In their communities. It impacts the nervous systems around them… when children feel…
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In the heart of our bustling lives, nestled within the rush and roar, is the silent whisper of our bodies—a whisper that holds the wisdom of ages and the secrets of our innermost being. The practice of somatics shines a light on this voice, guiding us towards a deeper, more embodied way of living. But…
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SAE stands for Sexual Abuse Energy, Sexual abuse energy is a deeply impactful and pervasive phenomenon that extends beyond acts of physical abuse to include non-physical interactions that can be equally damaging. Its insidious nature makes it difficult to identify and confront, yet understanding its existence is a critical part of the journey towards eradication.…
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In the quest to eradicate sexual abuse energy from our planet, a question often arises: “What does loving myself, let alone feeling love for myself alive in my body, have to do with this monumental task?” This is a question that I have been asked repeatedly in recent years, and it’s an excellent one, with…
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When I mention the term “somatic self-love,” I often see puzzled expressions. It’s a term not commonly encountered, yet it represents a concept so intrinsic to our well-being. And once people grasp what it means, the next question is invariably, “How do I cultivate it?” Why is it so difficult for us to love ourselves?…
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In its ebb and flow, life unfurls a myriad of emotions – joy, sorrow, love, grief, and everything in between. These emotions are etched deep within our bodies and stored in our cellular memory. It’s not just our experiences that reside within us but also the emotional legacies of our lineages. One of the things…
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The celestial dance deeply influences our lives, subtly weaving its rhythm into our moods, behaviors, and spiritual growth. The cosmos is not just a spectacle to admire from afar but a living, breathing entity that we are an integral part of. Astrological events, from the ebbs and flows of the moon to the grand ballet…
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“In the process of feeling our grief, we are, in fact, performing a radical act of embodied love for ourselves.” Daniella Matutes The journey towards somatic self-love is often perceived as a linear, only “good” feelings trajectory: a path that, once embarked upon, leads towards positive self-affirmation and acceptance. This simplifies the complex emotional roadmap…
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When exploring the feeling of being “hungry for love” in the body, it’s essential to approach the process with openness, curiosity, and self-compassion. Here are a few somatic prompts to help you connect with your body truth and uncover the sensations associated with this somatic (emotional, mental, energetic, bodily, sensational, feeling) state. Grounding and Centering…
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