If you find yourself stuck in a pattern of painful sensations, emotions, feelings, situations, or even relationships, you might be in a cycle of trauma reenactment. Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) is a condition from prolonged trauma exposure. Unlike traditional PTSD, which is triggered by a single traumatic event, CPTSD develops in response to prolonged…
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Develop emotional resilience and presence with these 20 somatic self-love exercises. Transform stress, tension, and trauma into nourishing moments of connection with your body.
Let’s discuss how somatic self-love can help build confidence, overcome the fear of being seen and heard, and embrace authentic self-expression. This is an essential topic, especially in today’s world, where people seek ways to connect and express themselves. So, let’s dive in and explore the connection between somatic self-love and self-expression. Introduction to Somatic…
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Trauma can profoundly impact a person’s mental and physical well-being. Whether it’s a single traumatic event or prolonged exposure to unresolved stress, trauma creates symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and even physical pain. There are many definitions for trauma – in this article, we will explore the frame of trauma as trapped or unresolved energy…
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Nature’s healing power is often overlooked in our busy, technology-filled lives. The natural world offers a calming and centering influence to help us feel more relaxed and at peace. And regardless of age or culture, humans find nature pleasing. In one study cited in the book Healing Gardens, researchers found that more than two-thirds of…
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Beauty standards for women have been around for centuries, and they’re often unrealistic, unattainable, and damaging. From the hourglass figure of the 1950s to the thigh gap trend of the 2010s, women are expected to look a certain way, and it’s time to break the mold. In this blog post, we will explore the impact…
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Have you ever felt a connection to the natural world that is so deep and profound it feels like an intrinsic part of your being? If not, you might be missing out on one of life’s great joys—engaging with our wild, free self. Remember the Primal Self The path to uncovering this part of ourselves…
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Self-compassion is a powerful practice that can help us to cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-love. By approaching ourselves with kindness and compassion, we develop greater resilience and emotional well-being, as well as greater compassion for others. In this article, we will explore the transformative effects of self-compassion and how to incorporate…
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What is Somatic Self-love? Self-love is an essential component of mental health and well-being. It involves accepting and appreciating ourselves for who we are, flaws and all. However, self-love is not always easy to cultivate, especially if we have internalized negative beliefs about ourselves or experienced trauma or adversity that has impacted our sense of…
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Somatic self-love is a ‘bottom-up approach’ to an essential aspect of mental health and well-being. It involves treating yourself with kindness, compassion, and respect, accepting yourself for who you are, and learning to anchor these feelings in your body. This bottom-up approach to self-love encourages us to start with the physical body as a foundation…
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