{"id":61433,"date":"2024-07-02T15:59:12","date_gmt":"2024-07-02T15:59:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=61433"},"modified":"2024-07-15T07:20:50","modified_gmt":"2024-07-15T07:20:50","slug":"do-somatic-exercises-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Somatic Exercises Work?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#What_Are_Somatic_Exercises\" >What Are Somatic Exercises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Do_Somatic_Workouts_Really_Release_Emotions\" >Do Somatic Workouts Really Release Emotions?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Are_Somatic_Exercises_Evidence-Based\" >Are Somatic Exercises Evidence-Based?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Benefits_of_Somatic_Exercises\" >Benefits of Somatic Exercises<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Decreased_Chronic_Pain_and_Improved_Mood\" >Decreased Chronic Pain and Improved Mood<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Increased_Flexibility_and_Mobility\" >Increased Flexibility and Mobility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Weight_Loss\" >Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#How_often_should_I_do_somatic_exercises\" >How often should I do somatic exercises?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Is_Pilates_a_somatic_workout\" >Is Pilates a somatic workout?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/do-somatic-exercises-work\/#Whats_the_difference_between_somatic_exercises_and_yoga\" >What\u2019s the difference between somatic exercises and yoga?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our minds and bodies are fully connected. While we may think trauma is only experienced in our emotions, it can actually present itself in our bodies too. In fact, many people feel physical symptoms that link back to stress and trauma.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1-5.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-1-5.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When we go through something traumatizing, our bodies go into \u201cfight or flight\u201d mode, which creates physical stress in the body and can stay with us and get \u201ctrapped\u201d in our \u201cbody memory\u201d (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanpsy\/article\/PIIS2215-0366(21)00086-9\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This provides ongoing feedback to the mind that the crisis is continuing and can lead to chronic pain and emotional suffering.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic therapy, which is also known as body-centered therapy, is a holistic approach that recognizes the interconnectedness of the mind and body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/blog\/what-is-somatic-therapy-202307072951\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-exercises-for-the-neck\/\">Somatic exercises<\/a> can benefit us physically, mentally, and emotionally as we use them to release tension from past trauma mindfully and compassionately, which lessens the power they hold on us in the present day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not only can these techniques help release the emotional aftereffects of trauma, they can also help with chronic pain, mobility, and flexibility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Somatic_Exercises\"><\/span><b>What Are Somatic Exercises?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises engage the body gently, slowly, and mindfully. While this can be done in a number of ways (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanpsy\/article\/PIIS2215-0366(21)00086-9\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), there are a few specific techniques with an established track record of research (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276649\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4294437\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3776373\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), but we\u2019ll keep it general for this article.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deliberate, guided movements allow us to tune into body sensations as we do them, which helps us identify where we\u2019re physically holding our stress. By identifying these areas, somatic exercises focus on improving body awareness, reducing physical tension, giving us insight into our symptoms, and enhancing overall well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps you\u2019re skeptical about somatic exercises\u2014they may sound too good to be true. However, there\u2019s evidence that they truly are effective. Let\u2019s take a look at whether or not they <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">actually<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Somatic_Workouts_Really_Release_Emotions\"><\/span><b>Do Somatic Workouts Really Release Emotions?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s the thing about emotions: we don\u2019t just keep them pent-up in our minds; we also store them in our bodies. The theory is that our body holds and expresses experiences and emotions and traumatic events or unresolved emotional issues can become \u201ctrapped\u201d inside. Feelings that result from past trauma such as anger, anxiety, and grief can contribute to a number of physical complaints and make living in the here and now difficult (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanpsy\/article\/PIIS2215-0366(21)00086-9\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This approach explores how the body expresses deeply painful experiences, applying mind-body healing to help with trauma recovery. It\u2019s common for somatic therapists to combine body work with other treatment methods, such as cognitive processing therapy, prolonged exposure, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thelancet.com\/journals\/lanpsy\/article\/PIIS2215-0366(21)00086-9\/abstract\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As emotions are very closely linked to the mind and body, when we engage in somatic exercise movements, we release tension from our bodies and unlock stored emotions. As a result, this may fan the emotional flames, which is why it\u2019s recommended that people with <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">significant trauma histories<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> do this type of therapy with the help of a trained provider (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276649\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Something tells us you often forget to put all the everyday hustle and bustle on hold and simply concentrate on yourself. It\u2019s time to straighten out your priorities! <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work\">Take a moment to heal <\/a>, process your emotions, ground yourself, release all the pent-up tension and recharge with the BetterMe: Meditation &amp; Sleep app before getting back into the race of life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Somatic_Exercises_Evidence-Based\"><\/span><b>Are Somatic Exercises Evidence-Based?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As practitioners may combine somatic exercises with other mental health-related approaches, it can complicate scientific studies, which makes it difficult to tease apart which aspects are most helpful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there is a growing body of research that demonstrates that it\u2019s effective for specific things such as pain (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/warwick.ac.uk\/fac\/sci\/psych\/research\/lifespan\/sleeplab\/projects\/within\/blog\/january2021\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7868595\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Other studies appear optimistic, as it appears somatic exercises may have additional benefits (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4995338\/#B12\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), including physical flexibility, mobility, and mental health symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276649\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). While we wait for further high-quality research to strengthen the evidence base, it doesn\u2019t hurt to get more in tune with your body and emotions, and the gentle movements of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-healing-techniques\/\">somatic techniques<\/a> make them a fairly low-risk option for people of all ages and mobility levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><strong>Read more: <\/strong><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-healing-techniques\/ \"><i>Somatic Healing Techniques: A Holistic Approach to Physical and Emotional Recovery<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/9-2.png\" alt=\"do somatic exercises work\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Somatic_Exercises\"><\/span><b>Benefits of Somatic Exercises<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are quite a few benefits to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-movement\/\">somatic movements<\/a>, but a few stand out in the research:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decreased_Chronic_Pain_and_Improved_Mood\"><\/span><b>Decreased Chronic Pain and Improved Mood<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some people with trauma histories enter into a state of \u201cguarding\u201d their emotions as well as bodies. When we\u2019re talking about <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">physically<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cguarding\u201d, we mean maintaining elevated muscle tension or altering the way we move. Letting go of it can be scary as it can make us feel vulnerable. Holding on to this tension can create a sense of safety, but pain often results.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises can help you manage chronic pain by keeping you focused on the mind-body connection as a whole. By doing this, you learn from the pain signals and discomfort, <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and also your reactions to them<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, as you move. While this may sound unpleasant, it helps us reframe the experience of pain, identify our fears, and find ways to work through it. The result is it can either make the pain more tolerable or actually decrease its intensity (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7868595\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although research is still growing, there is promising evidence that a <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">specific type<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of somatic exercise called \u201cSomatic Experiencing\u201d may reduce anxiety, depression, and other trauma-related symptoms (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276649\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Increased_Flexibility_and_Mobility\"><\/span><b>Increased Flexibility and Mobility<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The physical benefits of somatic exercises also include flexibility, balance, and increased mobility. This comes from paying close mental attention to what your body is doing and telling you, which helps you strengthen your balance and move more easily.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s believed that people who do somatic movements regularly can also see improvements in posture, flexibility, and mental focus, which significantly reduces the risk of injury while promoting healthy aging (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4294437\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we\u2019re on the subject of controlled physical movements that require focus and balance, we must mention yoga. In addition to stress management benefits, yoga has been proven to<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-stretching-build-muscle\/\"> build muscle<\/a> tone and improve body composition, which contribute to minimizing weight gain over time and helping with weight loss (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4995338\/#B12\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). As somatic exercises generally have similar effects, it\u2019s worth considering incorporating a somatic workout into your daily routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to reach into the deep crevices of your mind, take yourself out of the mental loop, regain balance, infuse yourself with optimism, and cultivate compassion &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work\">BetterMe: Meditation &amp; Sleep app is exactly what you need!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30039 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/8-2.png\" alt=\"do somatic exercises work\" \/>\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_I_do_somatic_exercises\"><\/span><strong>How often should I do somatic exercises?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic exercises should be done every day for approximately 5 to 15 minutes. By doing this, you remind your brain to keep your body flexible and release emotions. In addition, the ideal time for somatic exercises is immediately after waking up in the morning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Pilates_a_somatic_workout\"><\/span><strong>Is Pilates a somatic workout?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic workouts vary slightly from Pilates, as somatic movement is a more sensory experience than a mechanical repetition of a traditional Pilates exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_difference_between_somatic_exercises_and_yoga\"><\/span><strong>What\u2019s the difference between somatic exercises and yoga? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While they\u2019re seemingly similar in terms of movements, there\u2019s a key difference between somatic exercises and yoga. The difference is the mental aspect. Somatic movement encourages you to explore what you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">feel<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while in a specific movement, whereas yoga focuses more on centering your attention, balancing, stretching, and strengthening your body.<\/span><\/p>\n\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;a href=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work&quot;&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;video autoplay=&quot;autoplay&quot; loop=&quot;loop&quot; muted=&quot;muted&quot; playsinline=&quot;playsinline&quot; width=&quot;777&quot;&gt;&lt;source src=&quot;&quot;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2-4.mp4&quot;&quot; type=&quot;video\/mp4&quot; \/&gt;&lt;\/video&gt;&lt;\/a&gt;&quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:256,&quot;11&quot;:3}\" data-sheets-formula=\"=replace(R[-12]C[0],SEARCH(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;,R[-12]C[0]),LEN(&quot;LINK TO QUIZ&quot;),R8C[0])\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=do_somatic_exercises_work\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2-4.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our minds and bodies are fully connected. While we may think trauma is only experienced in our emotions, it can actually present itself in our bodies too. 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