Have you ever noticed how certain emotions seem to linger in your body? Maybe a tightness in your chest reminds you of a long-ago heartbreak, or an ache in your shoulders echoes a time when you carried too much—physically or emotionally. This phenomenon is what many of us in somatic healing call "embodied energy."
Embodied energy isn’t a clinical term; it’s a way of understanding how our bodies hold onto experiences, emotions, and even traumas. For me, discovering this concept was like finding a missing piece of my own healing puzzle. It helped me see my body not as something separate from my feelings but as a wise, living record of my journey.
What we will cover in this blog:
What Is Embodied Energy?
Embodied energy is the accumulation of our life experiences stored in the body. It’s how the body remembers—even when our conscious minds do not. Every tension, every flutter of the heart, every knot in the stomach can be a clue, a way our body communicates with us.
When I first started exploring somatic healing, I realized how much I had been ignoring my body’s whispers. I used to think my back pain or my racing heart were just physical issues to fix. But as I tuned in more deeply, I began to understand that these sensations were connected to emotions and experiences I hadn’t fully processed.
Listening to the Body’s Wisdom
Learning to listen to your body can feel strange at first, especially if you’re used to ignoring or overriding its signals. For me, it was a process of curiosity. I’d ask myself simple questions: What am I feeling right now? Where do I feel it in my body? What happens if I give this sensation my full attention?
Sometimes, the answers were immediate—a memory, an emotion, or even a sense of release. Other times, they were quieter, like a soft nudge to rest or breathe more deeply. What mattered wasn’t having the “right” answers but trusting that my body knew what it needed, even if I didn’t fully understand it.
Techniques to Explore Embodied Energy
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to working with embodied energy, and that’s the beauty of it. Your body’s wisdom is unique to you. That said, here are a few practices that have been helpful for me and for others I’ve worked with:
Breathwork: Simply paying attention to your breath can reveal so much. Try slowing down your inhales and exhales, noticing how your body responds.
Gentle Movement: Activities like yoga, stretching, or even a mindful walk can help you connect with how energy moves through your body.
Somatic Awareness: Spend a few minutes sitting quietly, bringing your attention to different parts of your body. Notice any sensations, tensions, or emotions that arise.
These practices aren’t about fixing or changing anything; they’re about creating space for whatever is present. Sometimes that space brings clarity or relief, and sometimes it simply reminds us to be patient with ourselves.
The Benefits of Working with Embodied Energy
For me, one of the most profound benefits of somatic healing has been a sense of freedom. Acknowledging and releasing some of the energy I’d been holding onto let me feel lighter, more grounded, and more in tune with myself. People I’ve worked with often share similar experiences. They describe feeling less weighed down by old emotions, more connected to their bodies, and more capable of navigating life’s challenges. These shifts don’t happen overnight, but they’re possible—one small, gentle step at a time.
Trusting Your Body’s Wisdom
If you’re curious about embodied energy and somatic healing, I invite you to begin where you are. There’s no rush, no right way to do this work. Maybe it starts with a moment of stillness, a deep breath, or a question: What is my body telling me today?
You don’t have to figure it all out alone. If you feel called to explore this work further, I’d be honored to walk alongside you. Together, we can create a safe space for your body’s wisdom to unfold—at its own pace, in its own way.
Your Next Step
If you’re ready to explore how somatic healing can support you, I’d love to connect to see if this journey feels right for you. Your body has so much to share—let’s listen together.
