Understanding Hypoarousal State and the Healing Power of Somatic Tools and Practices

Hypoarousal is a state where individuals experience reduced physiological and emotional activity. This can manifest as feelings of detachment, numbness, or depression, often resulting from prolonged stress or trauma. Recognizing and addressing hyperarousal is essential for restoring balance and vitality in one’s life.

The Unique Healing Power of Somatic Practices

Somatic practices provide a unique approach to healing by addressing both the physical and behavioral impacts of stored trauma. Unlike traditional therapies, which often focus on mental processes, somatic practices engage the body directly, helping release tension and trauma stored within muscles and tissues.

Benefits of Somatic Practices

Engaging in somatic practices can lead to numerous benefits, including:

  • Improving Gut Health: Stress and trauma can disrupt gut health, and somatic practices help reduce inflammation and promote healthy gut function.
  • Enhancing Sleep Quality: By calming the nervous system, these practices can improve sleep patterns and lead to more restful sleep.
  • Reducing Stress Levels: Somatic practices significantly lower stress, promoting a sense of calm and relaxation.
  • Alleviating Chronic Pain and Tension: Regular practice can relieve chronic pain and muscle tension, providing physical comfort.
  • Boosting the Immune System: A regulated nervous system supports a stronger immune response, enhancing overall health.
  • Lowering Inflammation: These practices help reduce inflammatory responses in the body by promoting relaxation.
  • Improving Relationships: Better emotional regulation leads to healthier and more fulfilling relationships.

Why Aren’t Somatic Practices More Widely Recognized?

Despite their benefits, somatic practices are often overlooked in favor of more conventional medical treatments due to:

  • Limited Research Funding: Compared to pharmaceutical research, somatic therapy receives less funding, leading to fewer scientific studies and publications.
  • Public Awareness: With fewer studies and less exposure, the general public remains largely unaware of the benefits of somatic practices.

This is why spreading awareness about the benefits of somatic practices is so important. Increasing public knowledge can help more people access these transformative practices.

The Power of Breathwork in Somatic Healing

Breathwork, particularly conscious connected breathing, is a powerful somatic practice that allows individuals to tap into their subconscious mind deeply. This technique enables access to emotional and psychological states that are often unreachable through traditional talking therapy. By focusing on the breath, individuals can bypass the mind’s defences and access stored emotions and traumas.

Integrating Somatic Healing Modalities

In my practice and mentoring, I integrate somatic healing with various techniques, including:

  • Breathwork: Using conscious connected breathing to access and release stored emotions.
  • Dance Therapy: Engaging the body in expressive movement to process and release trauma.
  • Emotional Processing: Helping clients identify and work through emotions held in the body.
  • Somatic Exercises: Specific movements designed to release tension and trauma from the body.
  • Flow Code Biohacking: Designed to bring and activate Flow and Boost Vitality, High Performance, Clarity, Intuition, Creativity, CO2 Tolerance, Nervous System Regulation and much more

The Importance of Body-Focused Healing

Focusing on the body is crucial because our physical form holds the key to deep healing. When we experience emotional pain or trauma, it often manifests as physical symptoms. For instance, a knot in the stomach can represent anxiety or fear. By tuning into these physical sensations, we can understand and release the underlying emotions.

Instead of intellectualizing our pain, somatic practices encourage us to feel and explore it. This approach allows us to understand the shape, colour, and energy of our pain, facilitating its release and preventing it from becoming a chronic physical issue.

A Passionate Call to Embrace Somatic Healing

Somatic practices offer a holistic approach to healing that integrates both body and mind. They are powerful tools for anyone looking to heal from trauma, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being.

If you’re interested in exploring somatic practices, I encourage you to learn more about how these methods can benefit you. Together, we can spread awareness and help more people discover the healing power of somatic practices.

A Thoughtful Quote to Reflect On

“The body keeps the score. Healing begins when we start listening to its messages and responding with compassion.”

Inspired by Bessel van der Kolk

Somatic practices provide a comprehensive approach to healing by addressing both the physical and emotional impacts of trauma. By spreading awareness and understanding, we can help more people benefit from these powerful practices and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.


If you’re interested in learning more about somatic healing and how it can transform your life, please connect with me. Let’s explore the journey of healing and well-being together.

Marina Savic

Transformational Holistic Vitality Coach and Mentor

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