Heart It Out

As therapists, we know that trauma doesn’t just linger in the mind; it settles into the body. 🧠 Have you noticed clients experiencing tension, numbness, or disconnection? That’s the body holding onto pain, often beyond the reach of words. 🥲 To help our clients feel whole again, we must embrace a more holistic approach. 🌿✨ Integrating somatic techniques can create a pathway to deeper healing, allowing clients to reconnect with their bodies and emotions. 👇 Here are three powerful techniques to consider: 1️⃣ Vocal Toning & Humming: A simple hum can activate the vagus nerve, helping clients find calm amidst chaos. 🎶 2️⃣ Pendulation: Gently guiding clients between discomfort and safety enables them to release trauma without becoming overwhelmed. ⚖️ 3️⃣ Fluid Movement & Micro-Movements: Encourage clients to explore fluid movements to unlock tension and express emotions naturally. 🌊 Creating a safe space for this journey is vital! When clients feel supported, they can begin to process their trauma and reclaim their lives. 💪✨ What somatic techniques have you found helpful in your practice? Share your experiences below! ⬇️ ✅ SAVE THIS POST FOR LATER Esther Goldstein LCSW – 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 Deepen your 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐦𝐚 Skills And give 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 the relief they 𝐍𝐞𝐞𝐝? Join the Integrative Trauma Therapist Certification, our 6-month trauma training and LIVE consultation program. 🧠 Earn 38 CEUs and receive a Certificate of Completion in “Integrative Trauma Treatment.” 🔒 Limited spots available for the January cohort – secure your place now! Book a FREE 15-minute call with me. Link to apply below ⬇️

Staying isn’t always a sign of strength. In fact, walking away can be one of your bravest choices. I’ve been there too, feeling unsure about taking that first step to move on.   ↳ Because you worry about the unknown.   ↳ Because you feel guilty for leaving.   ↳ Because you keep hoping things will get better. But here’s the hard truth: ↳ The longer you stay in a situation that’s holding you back, ↳ the more likely you are to lose sight of your own potential. Here are 7 signs it may be time to move on: 1. Negativity is Constant    ↳ Instead of feeling energised, you feel drained every day.    ↳ Positive environments uplift; toxic ones pull you down. 2. Respect is Lacking    ↳ When your efforts aren’t valued, growth feels impossible.    ↳ Respect should be mutual, never one-sided. 3. Growth Has Stopped    ↳ You’re no longer challenged, and learning feels nonexistent.    ↳ Growth isn’t optional—it’s essential for fulfilment. 4. Values Feel Misaligned    ↳ When core beliefs clash with your environment, satisfaction wanes.    ↳ Surround yourself with those who resonate with your principles. 5. Communication Feels Broken    ↳ Conversations are tense, feedback isn’t welcome, and silence feels safer.    ↳ Without open communication, frustration builds. 6. Your Work Goes Unnoticed    ↳ Constant effort with little recognition erodes your motivation.    ↳ Seek places where your contributions are valued. 7. Isolation Despite Presence    ↳ You feel alone even among people; true connection feels absent.    ↳ Belonging is about support, not just being in the same room. Moving on isn’t giving up. It’s choosing to prioritise what brings you growth, fulfilment, and joy. "𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮 𝗹𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝘁." — 𝗔𝘂𝗯𝗿𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗲 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝘆  Which sign resonates with you? Let me know in the comments. ⬇️ P.S. Found this helpful? Repost to help others in your network move on. ♻️ And follow Véronique Barrot for more content like this. Ready to shift your mindset and boost your life, leadership, and career? My newsletter has you covered: https://lnkd.in/eYX8aMwb (+ you'll get 70+ high-value resources.) Let's foster positive change in people and organisations globally. Quote Credit: Thinking Minds on Instagram

Polyvagal Wheel of Emotions, Sensations, Trauma Responses, and Skills. The Polyvagal Theory explains how our nervous system regulates our responses to stress. It involves three states: Social Engagement System: This is our default state, where we feel calm, connected, and safe. Sympathetic Nervous System: This is our "fight or flight" response, triggered by perceived threats. Dorsal Vagal Complex: This is our "freeze" or "shutdown" response, often activated in overwhelming situations. By understanding these states, we can better manage stress and trauma responses.

💚 #motivational 💛 #mentalhealth "Inspiration 💕🌿🙏🖤 🎼 Possibilities" #allow #embrace #will #empower #belief #faith #choice #courage #reflection #realization #release #kindness #compassion #humility #togetherness #solutions #salvation #peace #love #gratitude #grace #growth #harmony 🎗 "In a gentle way you can shake the world." - Mahatma Gandhi 👌 Small acts of kindness can make a big difference is what Ghandi meant 🤗 Appreciation, appreciated 👁 comments for a shareable version II .... - Simply ♡ Profoundly ♡ Peace ♡ Love -

Maturity is realising that different opinions can exist together. One doesn’t always have to be wrong for the other to be right. It does not have to be a debate. Post from Simon Sinek #learnings #lessons #life #warikoo

Sooooo much talking in the system … Understand this truth and love life It’s all about execution!

Rotten friends/bosses/co-workers and worst of all family leads to rotten days, weeks, years, lives …. Listen to me, please keep negativity away from you, obviously if it’s close family you can’t fully cut it out but you can limit the time you allocate to them… if it’s random people, light weight friends, get rid of that energy, get out of the way, “don’t let it touch your skin” cause you’ll get rotten .. like these oranges 🍊

𝟭𝟭 𝗪𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 Happiness and motivation are intrinsically connected. There is something about being excited that changes a person's frame of mind. Over 30 years ago, I embarked on a life transformation without realizing it. I didn't grow up in the best of places. There wasn't always food on the table and went to a school where if you were studious, you'd actually get beat up. I saved enough money to go to college and was fortunate enough to get a company to hire me. However, because of my "self-imposed limitations" based on my beliefs, I was failing at work. I carried more than a "chip on my shoulder:" I had an unworkable belief that "only a few special people could be successful," and they came from the "right family." But I kept on trying. The problem was I had old scripts playing in my head. Then 2 miracles occurred: 1. I found a book at a bookstore that changed my thinking 2. I found a video at the library that showed me how to be successful These two events changed my life drastically. ________________ See the video I did on what I learned and how to implement it in your life: https://lnkd.in/ePka6j_U ________________ Thirty years later, I still practice what I learned from the book and the video. Here are some of the things I have learned 1. Create a Goal—An overarching purpose is best, but just start setting goals and working towards them. 2. Take Steps Toward the Goal - Break the goal into smaller goals. Each day (or hour), do something that moves you closer to the goal. 3. Learn New Skills - Doing 1 & 2 will "force" you to learn new skills. 4. Find a Mentor—The mentor can be a speaker or author who understands success. It doesn't have to be a person you meet with. 5. Practice Gratitude—Be grateful for what you have. Start with your eyesight, hands, and fingers—the small things. Create a list. There's a lot to be grateful for. 6. Write—Take notes and create written affirmations. 7. Check In With Your Manager—Ask about priorities, what else you can do, and where he/she needs help. 8. Reward Yourself—When you achieve a small goal, pat yourself on the back with a small reward. 9. Surround Yourself with Positive People—This is critical. Get away from negative people. 10. Stay Positive—Look for the good in everything and everyone and be a beacon of positivity to others. 11. Get Feedback—But only from people who support you and know what they are talking about—an expert in their field. 12. BONUS—Read for at least an hour in your field every morning. Go to bed before 10 PM and be up before 6 AM. Study and take notes. Watch the video above. Your partner in success, Joe Murphy 📣Cool to repost 📽️Leadership Insights video series posted at ⏰ 5 PM ET, M-F #LeadersatAllLevels #TheLeadershipAcademy infographic: agrassoblog.org