{"id":65008,"date":"2024-09-13T13:29:22","date_gmt":"2024-09-13T13:29:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=65008"},"modified":"2024-09-13T13:32:59","modified_gmt":"2024-09-13T13:32:59","slug":"how-to-do-somatic-shaking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Do Somatic Shaking: A Guide to Releasing Stress and Tension"},"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\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#What_Is_Somatic_Shaking\" >What Is Somatic Shaking?<\/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\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#Benefits_of_Somatic_Shaking\" >Benefits of Somatic Shaking<\/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\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#How_Somatic_Shaking_Works\" >How Somatic Shaking Works<\/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\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#How_to_Do_Somatic_Shaking\" >How to Do Somatic Shaking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#Can_I_Do_Somatic_Therapy_on_Myself\" >Can I Do Somatic Therapy on Myself?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Do_Somatic_Shaking\" >How Long Does It Take to Do Somatic Shaking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#How_Do_You_Know_Your_Body_Is_Releasing_Trauma\" >How Do You Know Your Body Is Releasing Trauma?<\/a><\/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\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#Somatic_Shaking_vs_Tantric_Shaking\" >Somatic Shaking vs Tantric Shaking<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#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-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#Do_somatic_exercises_work\" >Do somatic exercises work?<\/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\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#What_is_shaking_somatic_movement\" >What is shaking somatic movement?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#How_do_I_shake_my_worry\" >How do I shake my worry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#How_do_you_shake_thoughts\" >How do you shake thoughts?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#Is_shaking_healthy\" >Is shaking healthy?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-somatic-shaking\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever noticed a dog shake its body after a stressful moment? This is the same concept Dr. Peter Levine noticed while researching the body\u2019s natural stress response.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic shaking is an exercise that is designed to release pent-up energy, distress, and tension from the body, helping individuals self-regulate emotions and return to a state of emotional balance. Rooted in somatic therapy, which recognizes that emotions are often stored in the body, somatic shaking techniques can range from simple dancing to more guided sessions with a trained professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\" 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>&#8221; mp4=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2-4.mp4&#8243;]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This article explores what somatic shaking is, how the technique works for releasing tension and stress from the body, and what you should know before you get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Somatic_Shaking\"><\/span><b>What Is Somatic Shaking?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic shaking is a stress-relief technique that\u2019s used to release built-up energy and tension from the body. It involves intentionally inducing a shaking or vibrating movement in the muscles, which can help the body release stress and restore a sense of calm (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4268601\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This practice is rooted in the principles of somatic therapy (<\/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;\">), which recognizes that the body holds onto stress and trauma. When the body experiences stress, the autonomic nervous system (ANS) activates, which triggers the \u2018<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fight, flight, or freeze\u2019<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> response (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/fight-flight-or-freeze-response\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This response can cause a variety of bodily functions to become dysregulated, including an increased heart rate, muscle tension, and shallow breathing (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When the body\u2019s nervous system is overactive, somatic shaking can help bring the body back to neutral while regulating bodily functions. When performed regularly, this practice can help individuals better release stored tension and energy, offering an effective way to manage everyday stress and worry.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Somatic_Shaking\"><\/span><b>Benefits of Somatic Shaking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Peter Levine designed somatic experiencing therapy as a body-based therapy to help people process and heal from trauma (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276649\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). In his research, he observed shaking to be a natural stress-release mechanism in animals, including humans. He noted that it releases tension and burns excess adrenaline (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mhanational.org\/what-adrenaline\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) while bringing the body back to its neutral state, thereby reducing bodily distress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>BetterMe will shake off your mental funk, rid you of your energy-zapping habits, and help you sculpt the body of your dreams. Intrigued? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\">Hurry up and change your life for the better!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_54137\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-54137\" style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"\/\/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;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-54137 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/somatic-grounding-exercises.png\" alt=\"How To Do Somatic Shaking\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/somatic-grounding-exercises.png 1920w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/somatic-grounding-exercises-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/somatic-grounding-exercises.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/somatic-grounding-exercises.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/somatic-grounding-exercises-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-54137\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic shaking is just one way to manage stress and its effects vary from person to person. However, regular stress management through healthy coping skills such as somatic shaking may offer several benefits, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8276649\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC5050399\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7868595\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/toc\/10.1155\/2804.si.901937\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduction in signs of worry and distress\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improvement in emotional regulation abilities<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduction in physical tension and muscle stiffness<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduction in cardiovascular stress (e.g., heart rate, blood pressure)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Improvement in overall quality of life<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Importantly, prolonged or repeated stress can cause the body to overreact to stressors, which makes it difficult to relax and negatively impacts overall well-being (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apa.org\/topics\/stress\/body\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This is why the regular use of coping skills, such as somatic shaking, is the key to self-regulating emotions and dealing with a variety of life stressors in a healthy, productive manner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-exercise-plan\/\">What to Know About Choosing a Somatic Exercise Plan<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Somatic_Shaking_Works\"><\/span><b>How Somatic Shaking Works<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When practicing somatic shaking, there isn\u2019t necessarily a wrong way to do it. Some people find it easier to follow guided instructions, while others may prefer putting on energetic somatic shaking music and simply dancing it out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most powerful somatic shaking techniques is known as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tension and Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE)<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which was developed by Dr. David Berceli (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/traumaprevention.com\/what-is-tre\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). This technique is based on the observation that mammals tremble after a stressful event, an innate response that allows the body to release energy and return to its neutral state, which is otherwise known as homeostasis (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.frontiersin.org\/journals\/physiology\/articles\/10.3389\/fphys.2020.00200\/full\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TRE utilizes this same concept but has <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">self-induced<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> trembling muscle movements that are used to uncover deeper patterns of stress and trauma in the body. This allows individuals to release pent-up emotions healthily, preventing them from building up and potentially worsening over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember, it\u2019s important to consult a healthcare provider before you start any form of somatic exercise to ensure it aligns with your individual health needs and goals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61684 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-4.png\" alt=\"How To Do Somatic Shaking\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-4.png 2560w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-4-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-4.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-4.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2-4-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Do_Somatic_Shaking\"><\/span><b>How to Do Somatic Shaking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re wondering how to do somatic shaking for trauma, it\u2019s best to work with a mental health professional who can provide the necessary support to guide you through the healing process. This applies to other mental health conditions and challenges, as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, if you\u2019re interested in exploring somatic shaking on your own, there are plenty of simple ways you can incorporate it into your routine to help manage everyday distress. Here are some tips to help get you started:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a quiet and comfortable area free from distractions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you have enough room to move without obstacles<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows you to move without restriction<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play music that helps you feel relaxed and in the mood to move<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with gentle movements and gradually increase the intensity<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listen to your body and adjust the shaking movements as needed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a trusted friend or family member nearby for support if possible<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Want to spring-clean your diet, skyrocket your self-confidence, and shatter your insecurities? <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\">Check out the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and set this plan in motion!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_Do_Somatic_Therapy_on_Myself\"><\/span><b>Can I Do Somatic Therapy on Myself?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In most cases, somatic therapy is guided by a trained professional, but there are certain <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-exercises-in-bed\/\">somatic exercises<\/a> that can be conducted on yourself. Even so, it\u2019s best to consult with a healthcare provider beforehand to ensure it\u2019s appropriate for your health needs and goals, which is especially important for those managing deep-seated trauma.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Notably, somatic techniques vary widely in intensity, which means some are meant to be self-guided while others require the guidance of a trained professional.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For self-guided practice, somatic techniques such as body scanning or deep breathing are often less emotionally intense and can be incredibly effective for everyday worry and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/chair-yoga-for-stress-relief\/\">stress relief<\/a>. Here are some common somatic exercises to consider trying:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Breathwork:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Calming your nervous system with intentional, focused breaths (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nature.com\/articles\/s41598-022-27247-y\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Body scanning:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Systematically paying attention to different body parts, noticing any tension or discomfort without judgment (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35538557\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gentle movement:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Engaging in mindful movements such as stretching, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-yoga-benefits\/\">yoga<\/a>, dance, or light shaking to release pent-up energy and tension (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4484342\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Grounding:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Connecting with your physical senses and surroundings to bring yourself back to the present moment (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/grounding-techniques\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-61341 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Somatic_3.png\" alt=\"BetterMe\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Somatic_3.png 2560w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Somatic_3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Somatic_3.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Somatic_3.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Somatic_3-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_to_Do_Somatic_Shaking\"><\/span><b>How Long Does It Take to Do Somatic Shaking?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic shaking should be an intuitive exercise where you allow your body to guide you naturally, so avoid pushing yourself for too long or stopping before you feel ready.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When first starting, it can be helpful to set a timer to get a sense of how long you should be moving. Start with approximately 5 minutes of somatic shaking, and if that doesn\u2019t feel like enough, gradually increase the duration to 10 minutes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From there, you\u2019ll find a timeframe that feels most comfortable and effective for your needs. Remember that the goal is to listen to your body and let it guide you through the practice, allowing you to recognize when stored tension and distress are released.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/somatic-relaxation\/\">Somatic Relaxation: Techniques to Alleviate Stress and Tension<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Know_Your_Body_Is_Releasing_Trauma\"><\/span><b>How Do You Know Your Body Is Releasing Trauma?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recognizing when your body is <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/28-day-somatic-exercise-for-trauma-relief\/\">releasing trauma<\/a> can be subtle and deeply personal. It shows up in different ways for everyone, so there isn\u2019t an exact sign to look for when you engage in trauma-release exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, there are some common signs that could indicate your body is in the process of releasing trauma, including (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/therapistsinphiladelphia.com\/blog\/signs-your-body-is-releasing-trauma\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feelings of muscle relaxation in previously tense areas<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sensations of warmth or tingling, particularly in the hands and feet<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy breathing patterns that fully engage the diaphragm<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeling more connected and at ease with your overall body<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-53987 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png\" alt=\"How To Do Somatic Shaking\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png 1920w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/somatic-movement-1636x920.png 1636w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Somatic_Shaking_vs_Tantric_Shaking\"><\/span><b>Somatic Shaking vs Tantric Shaking<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While somatic shaking and tantric shaking both involve physical movements to release energy and improve well-being, they have significantly distinct origins and purposes that are important to recognize. Here\u2019s a look at their main differences (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9282169\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">):<\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wpsm-comptable-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<table id=\"wpsm-table-390\" class=\"wpsm-comptable \">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<thead class=\"wpsm-thead wpsm-thead-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Somatic Shaking<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<th>Tantric Shaking<\/th>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/thead>\n\t\t\t\t\t<tbody class=\"wpsm-tbody\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRooted in somatic therapy, this was developed by Dr. Peter Levine to help manage and heal from trauma\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRooted in spiritual and meditative tantric traditions and practices\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInvolves gentle shaking or trembling movements, mindful breathing, and grounding exercises\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tInvolves more vigorous shaking, often accompanied by breathwork and meditation\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFocused on physical and emotional well-being, trauma release, and stress management\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tFocused on energy awakening, spiritual growth, and deepening meditative awareness\u00a0\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<tr>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOften performed under the guidance of a mental health provider, but can be self-guided for everyday distress relief\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<td>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\nTypically taught by a tantric instructor or spiritual teacher, often part of a larger spiritual practice\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/td>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tr>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/tbody>\n\t\t\t\t<\/table>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated?flow=1843&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Do_Somatic_Shaking\" 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 data-sheets-root=\"1\"><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=\"Do_somatic_exercises_work\"><\/span><strong>Do somatic exercises work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, somatic exercises may be effective for releasing stored tension and distress from the body, but the effects differ from person to person. While current research (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/office-of-well-being\/connection-support\/somatic-self-care\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) shows promising results for reducing signs of stress, more studies are required to confirm the overall effectiveness of somatic exercises.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_shaking_somatic_movement\"><\/span><strong>What is shaking somatic movement?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shaking somatic movements involves intentionally inducing gentle shaking or trembling in the body to release stored energy and tension (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4268601\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Rooted in somatic therapy, this practice can help bring the body back to its neutral state, potentially reducing feelings of everyday stress.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_shake_my_worry\"><\/span><strong>How do I shake my worry?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone experiences worry and distress differently, which means that the effects of somatic shaking can vary significantly. If you\u2019re considering somatic shaking, it\u2019s best to start with gentle movements, gradually increasing the intensity of shaking until you find what feels best for you. Also, be sure to focus on your breath and allow your body to move naturally, free from judgment, letting the shaking slowly release built-up tension.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_shake_thoughts\"><\/span><strong>How do you shake thoughts?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be challenging to shake overwhelming thoughts, but somatic shaking may serve as a healthy distraction. By engaging in gentle shaking movements, you pay attention to the physical sensations rather than your thoughts. This may help ground you in the present moment, which will reduce the intensity of racing or intrusive thoughts.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_shaking_healthy\"><\/span><strong>Is shaking healthy?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, as long as it\u2019s done mindfully and in a safe environment, shaking can be a healthy way of releasing tension and stress from the body. It mimics the natural response in mammals to shake off excess energy after a stressful event, which allows the body to return to neutral. However, it\u2019s always important to listen to your body and avoid overexerting yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somatic shaking leverages the body\u2019s natural response to stress, involving self-induced shaking or trembling movements to release distress and tension from the body.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering somatic shaking, make sure to consult a healthcare professional first. Once you\u2019ve gotten their approval, somatic shaking exercises are simple coping skills you can add to your routine to better manage everyday distress.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever noticed a dog shake its body after a stressful moment? 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Rooted in somatic therapy, which recognizes that emotions are often stored in the body, somatic shaking techniques can range from simple dancing to more guided sessions with a trained professional.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span data-sheets-root=\\\"1\\\">\\\" mp4=\\\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2-4.mp4\\\"]<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">This article explores what somatic shaking is, how the technique works for releasing tension and stress from the body, and what you should know before you get started.<\/span>\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is Somatic Shaking?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Somatic shaking is a stress-relief technique that\u2019s used to release built-up energy and tension from the body. 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