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Classical Tantra vs. Neo-Tantra: Ancient Wisdom Meets Modern Desire
Classical vs. Neo-Tantra: unpacking the key differences, and exploring how both can be meaningfully applied in everyday life.
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The Power of Grounding: How to Reconnect with Your Body and Mind for Optimal Health
In today’s fast-paced world, feeling unbalanced and disconnected is a common experience. Stress, anxiety, and overthinking can pull us...
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Mar 193 min read
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Somatic Therapy: Do Your Hips Really Store Sadness? Discerning Inaccurate Claims In The Wellness Industry.
Have you ever been told by someone that “you carry sadness in your hips” or “unexpressed grief is in your heart”? It’s not uncommon to...
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Feb 183 min read
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How to Combat Stress This Festive Season: My Top 7 Tips From A Somatic Therapy Perspective
The holiday season often brings joy, togetherness, and cherished memories, but it can also be a time of heightened stress. The pressure...
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Dec 3, 20243 min read
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What is the Physiology of Trauma? A Deep Dive into the Body's Response to Stress and Healing Modalities
Trauma is a multifaceted experience, often categorised by its emotional and psychological impacts. However, the physiology of trauma—how...
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Oct 23, 20245 min read
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What Are the Four Stages of Trauma Recovery?
Trauma recovery is a deeply personal and transformative journey that involves multiple stages, each critical to the healing process....
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Sep 23, 20244 min read
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Where Does the Body Hold Trauma? Six of the Best Ways to Release Trauma and Find Empowerment
While the psychological impact of trauma is well-documented, the physical manifestations are often less understood. Yet, the body remembers.
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Sep 11, 20244 min read
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What Happens If Trauma Is Not Released?
Trauma is an emotional and physical response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope....
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Aug 2, 20244 min read
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What Are the Physical Signs of Trauma Release?
Trauma is an insidious force that can leave deep imprints on both the mind and body. Understanding the physical signs of trauma release...
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Jul 19, 20243 min read
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What is Somatic Movement Therapy?
If you had asked me this question half a decade ago, I wouldn’t have had a clue. All these years later, I’m still amazed at how much...
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Jun 11, 20245 min read
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Discover the Power of Guided Meditation: Five Compelling Reasons to Try It
In our fast-paced world, finding moments of calm and clarity can seem like a luxury. The demands of daily life can leave us feeling...
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Jun 6, 20243 min read
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Exploring Polyvagal Theory in TRE® (Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises)
In the ever-evolving landscape of trauma healing and somatic therapy, two influential figures stand out to me: Dr. Steven Porges, the...
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May 15, 20243 min read
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Exploring Shaking Rituals in Indigenous Tribes and Cultures Worldwide
In the rich tapestry of human culture, shaking rituals and ceremonies hold a profound significance. They are the threads that weave...
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May 7, 20243 min read
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Post-Traumatic Growth: Finding Strength in Adversity
In the face of trauma, it's natural to focus on the stories and narratives of past events, and the pain and suffering they can bring....
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Apr 20, 20243 min read
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What is Conscious Embodied Intimacy?
What if conscious embodied intimacy was the secret key to trauma healing, social transformation and building a more genuinely connected...
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Apr 9, 20242 min read
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What is Fascia? Unlocking the Mysteries of Fascia and a Guide to Myofascial Release
In our anatomy, there's a hidden gem that often goes unnoticed but plays a crucial role in our bodily functions: fascia. It's the unsung...
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Mar 21, 20243 min read
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Exploring The Revolutionary Trauma Release Process by Dr. David Berceli: Key Insights and Quotes
In the realm of psychology and self-help, numerous modalities and methodologies promise relief from trauma and stress. Dr. David...
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Mar 15, 20242 min read
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What is the Vagus Nerve? Exercises for Improved Vagal Tone, Health and Wellbeing
In the intricate web of our body's nervous system, the vagus nerve stands out as a crucial player, often referred to as the "wandering...
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Mar 9, 20243 min read
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Exploring the Link Between Trauma and ADHD: Unraveling my Connection in Therapy
Understanding the link between trauma and ADHD is crucial for providing effective support and intervention. - Dr. Bessel van der Kolk In...
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Feb 29, 20243 min read
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What is Dissociation? Risks, Triggers, and Prevention Strategies in Trauma Release Exercises (TRE®)
Tension, Stress and Trauma Release Exercises (TRE®), developed by Dr. David Berceli, aims to activate the body's natural tremor mechanism...
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Feb 22, 20243 min read
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