Somatic Work
About Somatic Work
The body is a repository of wisdom, recording our lives and histories.
Every cell in our body remembers every moment and experience we've ever had. The subtle pulse of our breath, the natural movement of our muscles, the warmth that envelopes our skin—the signals our bodies send us in this moment contain the most honest and profound language that describes our existence. Paying attention to these bodily sensations connects us with a greater and deeper vitality, restoring the rhythm and wisdom inherent within us.
In our Somatic Work, we encounter our minds and beings through the vivid body, or Soma, experienced in the first person. Sexuality, in particular, is the most transparent mirror, reflecting our inner selves without any alteration. By fully dwelling in the sensations that blossom through sexual energy, we experience the integration of body, mind, and being.
We use pleasure as our compass. Pleasure is the most primal and powerful life energy expressed by our bodies, and the most honest signpost leading to our true selves. Through this experience, we deeply resonate with our own soma and embark on a life where we fully embrace the joy of being alive.
The Value of Pleasure
We focus on pleasure because it is the most natural and powerful force that awakens our innate vitality.
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Deep Relaxation and Rest: Pleasure disarms tense bodies and minds. When our bodies experience joy, we enter a state of profound rest without effort.
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Expansion of the Vessel of Life: The more we experience positive sensations, the wider our inner self becomes. When our bodies are filled with the energy of joy, we become more flexible and relaxed in accepting the various waves of life.
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The Joy of Being Alive: The pleasure that blossoms within us is the very life force that proves that we are alive and breathing in this very moment.
We Respect and Accept Your Body
We accept every sensation arising in our bodies as it is. We notice the depth of our breath, the spread of warmth, the subtle tremors of our cells, and we allow sufficient space for these sensations to dwell. We resonate with the bodily signals of the here and now, observing them until their response reaches its fullness.
We trust the body's spontaneous flow and fully embrace its movements. As we follow the waves of sensation that surge within us, we naturally experience an expansion of our being. In the fullness of energy spreading evenly throughout our bodies, our bodies regain their natural, vibrant rhythm.
Techniques of the Work
We conduct sessions respecting the body's natural neurophysiological principles.
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Window of Tolerance: All sessions are conducted within a safe range where the nervous system feels comfortable.
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Titration: Instead of overwhelming the senses all at once, we experience them slowly, drop by drop. This allows the body to comfortably process the deep sensations.
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Pendulation: We ride the natural rhythm of contraction and relaxation. Riding the wave-like flow of sensations restores flexibility and resilience to the nervous system.
Regulation and Expansion of Senses
The goal of Somatic Work is to regain empowerment of your body
You learn to trust your senses and develop self-regulation, the ability to manage your own comfort and pleasure. You also develop the practical power to live by vividly experiencing and processing life's diverse stimuli with your body.
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