Our nervous system is constantly processing information – from the sights and sounds around us to the thoughts and emotions within us. Sometimes, the system becomes over-activated: stress, trauma, or overwhelm can leave us feeling anxious, tense, or emotionally flooded. Learning to regulate the nervous system is key to returning to a state of calm, safety, and…
Somatic movement is a way of moving that prioritises internal experience over external form. Rather than focusing on how a movement looks, how many repetitions you do, or how hard you push, somatic movement asks a simpler question – What do you feel? Rooted in body awareness and nervous system regulation, somatic movement invites you to…
Rocking is one of the most instinctive regulation tools we have. Long before language or logic, the body learned to soothe itself through gentle, rhythmic movement. For people living with PTSD, C-PTSD, and neurodivergent nervous systems, rocking can be a deeply supportive somatic practice – not because it forces calm, but because it reminds the body how…
In conversations around nervous system health, emotional resilience, and somatic practice, the words containment and regulation are often used interchangeably. While they are deeply connected, they are not the same — and understanding the difference can be especially supportive for neurodiverse bodies. Both containment and regulation support emotional wellbeing, but they serve different roles at different moments. One creates safety….
For many neurodiverse individuals, the world can feel intense – sensory input stacks quickly, emotions move fast, and overwhelm can arrive without much warning. In these moments, what’s often needed isn’t fixing or pushing through, but containment. Containment is the ability to feel held, resourced, and safe within your own body. It supports nervous system regulation by…
In a world that often asks us to move faster, push harder, and achieve more, somatic exercises offer a different invitation – to slow down, listen inwardly, and move with awareness rather than effort. Somatic exercises are slow, intentional movements that focus on internal body awareness. Instead of aiming for external fitness goals like burning calories or perfecting form,…
Practices you can use to build-up space for your nervous system to regulate itself, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.
