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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Relaxation is the key to a healthy and happy life. But with our busy schedules and never-ending to-do lists, it can be hard to unwind. That’s where body scanning comes in. This technique helps you tune into your body and release pent-up tension. Here’s how to give it a try:
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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