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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Happy Rocktober to all of you! October is not just about the fall leaves or the anticipation of Halloween; for us, it’s a month brimming with excitement, growth, and the promise of transformation. With our nonprofit now in full swing, we’re thrilled to unveil a series of initiatives that will further our mission and bring…
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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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As someone who has personally experienced childhood sexual abuse and the resulting CPTSD, I know firsthand how overwhelming and confusing the journey of trauma recovery can be… For years, I grappled with flashbacks and relentless reliving of trauma, exploring numerous modalities help – from talk therapy to EMDR. It wasn’t until I discovered breathwork in 2011 that…
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The concept of the “collective social feminine body” refers to the shared experiences, perceptions, and somatic manifestations that arise from being a woman in a patriarchal society. It acknowledges that the experiences of women are not solely individual but are shaped by broader social, cultural, and historical forces. The collective social feminine body encompasses both…
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I am part of something bigger and my presence matters. Somatic Self-Love As we journey through life, we must remember that we are connected to a greater whole. Embracing somatic self-love nourishes our individual well-being and deepens our connection to the world around us. Through present-moment awareness, yoga, and breathwork, somatic self-love helps us attune…
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“Self-love isn’t selfish.” We’ve all heard this phrase, but what does it truly mean, and how does it impact our connections with others and the world around us? In this blog post, we’ll explore the concept of somatic self-love, how it connects us to other people and the land, and its relationship with our nervous system, as…
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