Do you feel stuck in cycles of stress, anxiety, or physical discomfort? Are you carrying emotional baggage that keeps you from fully experiencing joy and freedom? Many of us - especially women over 40 - struggle with nervous system dysregulation, mind chatter, and unresolved trauma that leave us feeling trapped in survival mode. The good news? You don’t have to stay stuck. Your body holds the key to your liberation.
Research shows that trauma and stress are not just stored in the mind but deeply embedded in the body. When your nervous system is in a state of dysregulation—whether fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown—it can lead to chronic issues like anxiety, depression, and even physical pain. According to the CDC, about 85% of diseases have roots in stress-related conditions. The longer your body stays in survival mode, the harder it is to connect with the freedom and vitality God designed for you.
But what if there were simple, practical ways to release tension, reset your nervous system, and finally feel limitless? That’s where somatic practices come in.
Here are 5 somatic practices that will help you regulate your nervous system, liberate your mind, and reconnect with your body:
Grounding Through Breathwork - Slow, intentional breathing signals to your nervous system that it’s safe to relax. Start with a simple 4-7-8 breath: inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7, and exhale for 8. Studies reveal breathwork reduces cortisol levels and increases heart rate variability, a key marker of stress resilience.
Somatic Movement and Dance - Moving your body in ways that feel natural and intuitive helps release stuck emotions. Studies in Frontiers in Psychology show somatic movement improves emotional regulation and reduces anxiety. Let go of perfection—just allow your body to flow.
Body Scanning - Take a moment to scan your body from head to toe, noticing areas of tension. This practice builds awareness of your “felt sense” and helps distinguish between past trauma and present reality.
Vocal Toning - Sound has the power to vibrate through your entire being, releasing emotional tension. Humming or chanting can stimulate the vagus nerve, enhancing feelings of safety and calm.
Glimmer Spotting - Intentionally look for “glimmers”—moments that make you feel safe, peaceful, or joyful. This simple practice retrains your brain to focus on safety rather than threat, rewiring your nervous system for positivity and hope.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. These practices are just the beginning. If you’re ready to dive deeper into somatic healing and reconnect with your God-given vitality, join me for my upcoming Body Flow Method Workshop. Together, we’ll explore tools to help you feel limitless in mind, body, and spirit.
Spots are limited, so don’t wait - sign up today to start your journey toward lasting healing and freedom. Let’s reconnect with your body, rewrite the narrative, and reclaim your power together.
Join the Body Flow 30 Day Challenge where we tap into spirit, mind, and body practices using biblical wisdom, principles and promises. We also have live sessions on Facebook/ YouTube at 7am, Monday-Friday, where we practice 20 minutes of mindfulness, meditation, affirmations, mindful movement. Check it out here!
P.S. I’d love to hear what you discover this week as you try these practices. Drop me a message or comment - I’m here to support you!
Find your flow. Live freely.
Shauna Monique
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