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Nervous System Regulation Through Movement: Using the Butterfly Hug to Find A Moment to Pause

ByConnie Mae

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…

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What Are Somatic Exercises? Understanding Body-Based Movement for Awareness and Regulation

ByConnie Mae

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,…