Why Your Body Says Yes When You Want to Say No: The Somatic Truth About People-Pleasing
Understanding People-Pleasing as a Nervous System Pattern, Not a Character Flaw Your friend asks for a favor. Before your mind even processes the request, your body has already responded: shoulders tensing, breath quickening, jaw clenching—and then your mouth says “yes” while every cell in your body screams “no.” You leave the conversation feeling exhausted, resentful, […]
The Child Who Became Responsible Too Soon: Understanding Parentification Through the Body
When Your Shoulders Remember What Your Mind Tries to Forget Do your shoulders feel like they’re carrying the weight of the world? Does your jaw clench unconsciously when someone asks you for help—even though you’ll inevitably say yes? Do you struggle to take a full, deep breath, as if your body won’t allow you to […]
The Importance of Safety for the Body and Healing: A Somatic Therapy Perspective
In our fast-paced world, the concept of safety often goes unnoticed, yet it is the cornerstone of any healing journey. The feeling of safety within our bodies allows us to relax, rejuvenate, and heal effectively. This blog post explores the profound impact of safety on healing and connects it with the principles of somatic therapy, […]
