Somatic release

A non-diagnostic term for physical expressions such as trembling, movement, tears, sound, or shifts in tension during an embodied practice. These responses do not prove that trauma has been resolved. These reactions are common in connected breathing and usually pass on their own when the breath slows. Facilitators typically let them happen without encouraging or suppressing them. If a reaction feels overwhelming, slowing down, opening the eyes or pausing is always an option.