Carried: Why Trying Harder Doesn’t Work (And What Actually Does)

Meditating monk symbolising somatic healing, nervous system regulation, and mindfulness practice

The neuroscience and soul of surrender By Abi Beri | Somatic Therapist, Dublin, Naas & Newbridge [Reading time: 11 minutes] This is not the part where I tell you to try harder. You have tried harder. You have pushed through, powered on, and white-knuckled your way through more than anyone knows. You have read the […]

Somatic Healing Ireland: Why Your Body Needs to Be Held to Let Go

Two animated brains interacting, symbolizing the connection between family dynamics and mental health in family constellation therapy

You’ve done the talking. You’ve had the insights. You understand — intellectually — what happened to you and why. So why does your body still feel like it’s bracing for impact? Why does your chest still tighten in certain conversations? Why do your shoulders still creep up towards your ears when you’re stressed? Why does […]