Your mind doesn’t heal separately from your body; they serve you best when in sync. Why does that matter? Today, we’re talking about somatic-based techniques, tools that Standing Strong Within offers Eugene, Oregon, residents as a powerful, body-centered path to shift mindset. This approach isn’t about repeating affirmations or “thinking positive”—it’s about stored tension and stress at a nervous system level, reconnecting with your inner landscape in a way that’s felt, not just understood.
First, an Overview of Somatics
Somatics is the practice of working with the body as a gateway to emotional and psychological healing. It recognizes that our experiences—especially trauma, anxiety, or chronic stress—live in the muscles, breath, posture, and internal sensations. We are constantly holding back emotions, tightening against discomfort, and leaving the present moment altogether. Somatic-based work invites you to:
- Slow down
- Feel what's happening inside
- Respond thoughtfully AFTER thinking things through
You will learn to regulate your nervous system and gently shift long-standing emotional patterns that are keeping you stuck.
Two Somatic Techniques You Can Try at Home
The first technique we’ll touch on is “orienting to safety.” Look around the room and name what you see. This signals to your nervous system that you are safe, pulling you out of a fight, flight, or freeze response. Next, gently shift your attention between your distress and a place that feels neutral or pleasant. This is called “pendulation” and teaches your system that you can move between discomfort and safety without getting overwhelmed.
The Power of Somatics
Over time, somatic techniques can reshape how you relate to yourself, your emotions, and the world around you. If you’d like to learn more, reach out to Standing Strong Within. Our emotional mastery coach will be glad to make recommendations tailored to you! Reach out today to get your questions answered.