Nature bathing, also known as forest bathing or shinrin-yoku, is a practice that involves spending time in nature to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The practice originated in Japan in the 1980s and has since become popular worldwide to reduce stress, improve mood, and promote relaxation. Nature bathing involves immersing oneself in nature through…
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Body scan meditation is a practice that involves bringing attention to different parts of the body in a systematic way. It is often used as a relaxation technique and can help individuals become more attuned to the sensations in their bodies. During a body scan meditation, the individual lies down on their back or sits…
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Restorative yoga is a style of yoga that focuses on relaxation and rejuvenation. It is a gentle practice that uses props such as blankets, bolsters, and blocks to support the body in various poses. Restorative yoga aims to promote deep relaxation, reduce stress, and support the body’s natural healing processes. Restorative yoga typically involves holding…
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Somatic Self-Love is a profound act of courage, especially for women today who face a myriad of messages and expectations about their bodies. It takes creating space in our daily rhythms to treat ourselves kindly, taking a moment here and there to show gratitude to our bodies. The practice of somatic self-love involves listening and…
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Trauma is an unfortunate reality for many women, and it often leaves lasting adverse effects on our emotions, nervous system wiring, physical body, and overall well-being. Turn the Pain into Love The good news is that there is a way to transform these painful experiences into somatic self-love. In alchemizing trauma, we gradually release the…
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The problem of societal beauty standards for women is a pervasive issue that negatively impacts women’s self-esteem, mental health, and overall well-being. Society often imposes rigid and unrealistic beauty standards on women, leading to feelings of shame and inadequacy. Culture expects women to conform to narrow and restrictive beauty standards, which can create a culture…
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Today, we celebrate the women who are growing and glowing. These women are on a journey of self-discovery and growth, stepping into their power and embracing their unique gifts and talents. We celebrate the women breaking free from old patterns and beliefs and opening themselves up to new possibilities and experiences. These women are learning…
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Often, people with unresolved trauma go into a fawn response as a coping mechanism. Why is it good for them to practice “caring less”? The “fawn” response is a coping mechanism that individuals with unresolved trauma may use to keep themselves safe in threatening or dangerous situations. The fawn response involves adapting to the needs…
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Starting your day with a joyful practice for feeling somatic self-love offers numerous benefits for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Like what? Benefits like: Practicing the felt sense of joy can be a powerful way to cultivate a deeper connection to positive emotions and promote emotional regulation and well-being. Felt sense work involves tuning into…
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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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