Most of us live from the neck up. We spend our days thinking, planning, and problem-solving, often missing the quiet messages coming from the rest of the body. Stress and overwhelm live in our muscles, breath, and posture. The stiffness in your shoulders, the tight...
Memory is a powerful force that shapes our lives. It holds the moments that give us joy, strength, and meaning. At the same time, memory can carry emotions of loss, separation, or trauma that weigh heavily on the mind and body. The way we live with our memories...
The imprint of trauma lives not just in our minds, but also deeply within our bodies. It can manifest as chronic tension, unexplained aches, a feeling of being “stuck,” or a persistent sense of unease. While traditional talk therapy is invaluable, a...
On a very hot day this summer, I was in my office standing in front of a large photo of a pristine, clear lake high up in the mountains. I closed my eyes and saw myself in that landscape. I could feel the cold mountain air on my skin, the chill of the glacial water,...
For a while now, I have felt a subtle sense of being pulled away from the habits that keep me centered. The quiet of morning writing with a cup of green tea, a deep dive into a good book, the simple act of listening to the world around me—all slowly encroached upon by...
