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What is Somatics?
Somatics describes any practice that uses the mind-body connection to help you survey your internal self and listen to signals your body sends about areas of pain, discomfort, or imbalance. These practices allow you to access more information about the ways you hold on to your experiences in your body. Somatic experts believe this knowledge, combined with natural movement and touch, can help you work toward healing and wellness (Raypole, 2020).
Examples of Somatic Exercises
- Body-Mind Centering
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Alexander Technique
- Dance
Benefits of Somatic Movement
- Increased emotional awareness
- Alleviate feelings of anxiety and stress
- Release chronically tight muscles
- Improve posture and increase mobility
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References
Raypole,C. (2020) A Brief Intro to the World of Somatics. Healthline [online]. Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/somatics [Accessed 29th January 2022].
