3 Somatic Exercises to Get You Out of Your Head Into Your Body

[@ht7cs]

Shaking. Yes! Many people on the autism spectrum naturally shake or flap their hands, etc. because they are overly aware of their bodies in some ways. I hate that it has been stigmatized. People need to feel free to do this any time they want, just like animals feel free. Just think how different the world would be if we were all more accepting of ourselves and others.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Love this !!!

[@OregonCrow]

animals don't feel at all.

[@vanshikakalra2678]

You're wrong. ​@@OregonCrow

[@MoveWithJeri]

Oh my gosh i had no idea being extra aware was a symptom but it makes so much sense for my oldest son.

[@NewAccountForFreePremiumTrial]

@@OregonCrowmaybe you shouldn’t have dropped out of elementary school

[@BookButterflyKait]

I no more than placed my hands on my chest for the butterfly hug than a huge emotional release came...crying and everything. Guess I really needed it! Thank you so much for this video!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Wonderful… I appreciate you sharing. Sounds like it’s just what you needed.❤️❤️❤️

[@Justforkicks-haha]

Me too! The second I started tapping my eyes began to fill with tears, I was like no way…. And then rolling down my cheeks! Amazing!

[@Louloupetals]

Me too. In 2 secs.

[@sarabevan3468]

​@@Justforkicks-hahaOh bless you, but really??

[@Justforkicks-haha]

@@sarabevan3468 yes really. I didn’t sneeze, but thank you 😉

[@happy777abc]

Butterfly was amazing. Not exaggerating. Just learned about this. I'm a water aerobics instructor. Been training on land since I could walk. Live learning new.things and using them in myself. Had 17 yrs of brain damage from neglect abuse( but not physically strangely enough). I'm putting my life back together at 55. I look great, no meds nothing. Now it's time to stay grounded ( somatic) and grow a career so I can live financially. Thanks for this special modality. 🙏

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Thanks for sharing!! Wishing you the best on your journey ❤️

[@bmcvr6202]

I totally understand. Good for you. I’m in the same boat. We should all row together instead of hitting each other with the oars. We’ll get nowhere and end up more frustrated and hurt. I’m going to try this. My therapist told me that when someone hurts or frustrates me, I should place my hand on my heart, close my eyes and breathe deeply, and ask myself how I can provide for myself with that person may have just taken away. We can’t depend on others to make us whole. This world is full of people enjoying tearing each other apart.

[@magdalenamigdal1330]

I'm new to somatic anything, found this video by chance, did the butterfly hug and immediately started crying - making me think there is value and truth to this approach.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Thank you for sharing ❤️🥰

[@NaturesInfiniteWELLth-fo6rs]

Nothing by chance 💝 🤗💗

[@ShadaeMastersAstrology]

2:23 Kids naturally shake it off and are often told to get a grip or stop. Wow, tysm 😊

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Fascinating, right ?!

[@kobalt77]

OMG, I am 65 years old, and this has been the story of my life. Procrastination, starting projects I never finish etc etc , all that you said, and now I know why. Very stressful traumatic childhood. Not abusive, but being a sensitive empath that grew up with 2 parents that CONSTANTLY fought, argued, or simply never spoke to each other. This all makes perfect sense. Thank you so much Workout Witch . God bless you for helping so many people.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️❤️❤️

[@marlenewebster7095]

My disabled body can do most of these. Thank you

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Wonderful!

[@kni9ght]

Is this woman a genie? That butterfly hug was crazy healing

[@allstrongfitness]

This is great! I think actually feeling the feeling while doing these is a great way to make them even more powerful. For the first exercise as an example, closing your eyes and imagining how it would feel to have all the love in the world surround you (while doing the movement.)

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Ooh love that ! Thanks for sharing your take on them ❤

[@nurseshani88]

The moment I did the butterfly started crying pretty heavy too and before you said there would be an emotional release, amazing!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Sending love ❤️

[@s.7948]

Butterfly helped me feel sad not angry and i didnt cry but had tears in my eyes which helped release some sadness and it relaxed me. 😌 thank you so much will definitely do this again.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Wonderful ❤️

[@WriteMeASong7]

I just did the first exercise. Within a minute or so I started crying and gulped at the same time. My upper body feels so relaxed like I’m not holding onto anything anymore. It felt like I let go of something?? Truly amazing. I will continue. Thank you for this. I really needed it ❤

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Awe so happy you had a good experience! Enjoy!

[@basrahg.250]

Thank you so much❤

[@Ninjaned]

The first excercise was like my mind and body soothing eachother through tears with the sentences "I'm with you till the end. Dont give up. You are not alone, i am here I am here" ❤❤

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Love this so much ❤️❤️

[@nicholasstephens4168]

Somatic practices does this for me too. I remember telling my therapist it feels like my mind, body and awareness are all spending time together for the first time in my life. Can totally relate to what you’re saying. God bless.

[@tomnwendyhogan3297]

⁠I went to s naturopathic doctor here in Oaxaca, Mexico and she’s trying to get my emotions released. It was not easy for me- I can groan, but I could not cry out or scream. Just not in my filter. But after my session with her last week, I had a new sense of awareness, not only my emotions being freer, but my connection of my spirit and soul ( emotions) being more open to each other. Does that make sense? Like I can cry and feel more easily now.

[@Ninjaned]

@@tomnwendyhogan3297 🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️🙂‍↕️ one step at a time 🫂🫶🏽

[@stardavies6202]

Namaste & Thank you for sharing & caring big blessings & sacred dreaming stay Blessed

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️❤️❤️

[@marietteclardy-davis6790]

I really like how this is organized based on mood

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Glad it’s helpful ❤️

[@nonanimasteee6270]

I don't know whether i become anxious...but i felt so much relaxed after following your instructions 😊 Undoubtedly i will continue to do these simple exercises Thank you ❤ Love from India 🇮🇳

[@TheMovementParadigm]

That’s so wonderful to hear! Enjoy❤️

[@nonanimasteee6270]

@@TheMovementParadigm ❤️✨

[@nehemilia5033]

Basically I am working out my feelings out of my body whether good or bad

[@zimtapfel]

I feel bad after reading all the comments about people crying. I did the butterfly hug and didn’t feel anything. Now I wonder if I did it wrong. Do I need to be standing up? I was doing it on my couch.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

You didn’t do anything wrong! That was simply your experience ❤️

[@qeytmyok2473]

​@@TheMovementParadigmthanks for answering as I had the same question

[@rachel8579]

That first exercise got me. I just cried and cried about how exhausted I am.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

That’s a beautiful thing ! To honor what you’re truly feeling ❤️

[@monsterbabe830]

it't time to see a shrink

[@carondance]

Thank you, love your voice, intonation etc. Helped me calm down nervous system a bit. Love to see more about calming dysautonomia.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Thank you 🙏 I will do a video on dysautonomia - I work with a lot of patients

[@janee8973]

amazing amazing amazing 🎉 thanks a ton ❤❤ really helpful stuff 🐅

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️❤️

[@deniszen1]

Merci 🙏

[@carolallison862]

Thank you 🙏❤️

[@nalinidovedy5700]

Thank you

[@yogaontheroad-beginneryogis]

This video is great! Thanks for sharing!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maryjomuoio5831]

I appreciate the simple explanation and show of moves! To many others out there can make something seem so difficult when it really isn't. Thank you 🙇🏻‍♀️

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@maryjomuoio5831]

@@TheMovementParadigm I looked through your videos but didn't find what I was looking for. Would you please do a video specifically about SI joint pain ? I've been in PT a long time for this issue and I'm just not finding long lasting relief. My therapist and I would welcome any new tips. 🤗

[@Ellenweiss1]

This was really wonderful.....however I think it would be great if you changed the title to 4 SOMATIC EXERCISES because that's how many there were:)) They were: 1. Butterfly Hug, 2. Wipe Away, 3. Shake, and 4. Goddess! These are simple but, I really liked them very much!!!

[@carlosangulo11]

Great video 🙏🏻 Thank you. Unconditional love to all ❤️♾️🌌

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Thank you 🙏 ❤️

[@sacredsoul2254]

The butterfly hug method i sleep like this most nights!!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Awesome ❤️❤️

[@7thsealangelAnandana]

Thank you. I’m struggling with back pain 💚

[@FAMA514]

Is it structural or anxiety stress induced

[@MariDorot]

This was so good. Thanks so much! 🙏

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Great 😊

[@wymandyer6261]

glad i found these, perfect for my breaks at work,,thanks

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Awesome! I love “movement snacks!”

[@shellyvancise3188]

I agree I was thinking that too.

[@khadijaaboo9184]

Thanks so much

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️

[@bernardohaddad]

perfect

[@regaininglife9084]

Thanks. Really good techniques.

[@summersunriseyoga]

Great video, thank you for the time stamps 😊

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Glad you enjoyed ❤️

[@lilywhite9109]

The butterfly one is the same as the Garuda mudra said to aid lung & chest complaints. 👍

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Ooh love this ! Thanks 🙏

[@haretyper4954]

#1- I never experienced something so weird in my life lol. Cried after I started the tapping.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Then you experienced the power of this! ❤️❤️thinking of you.

[@haretyper4954]

@@TheMovementParadigm thank you! I felt so good after! 💛 Happy New Year!

[@stevenknauer6234]

To be honest, it's really frustrating reading that so many people did the butterfly one and started crying immediately, because I felt nothing at all from it, just taps.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Totally fine- that was their experience of their nervous system. It’s neither good or bad. Feel free to search my channel for 100’s of other exercises that may resonate more with you

[@stevenknauer6234]

@@TheMovementParadigm thank you, I'll do that

[@nicholasstephens4168]

Hi Steven. Often when I do these practices and I feel nothing it means I’m doing it too fast. Can you try it slowly? Can you comfort the parts of you that are frustrated? Hope this helps.

[@deanarjones9114]

I didn’t either but with some deep breathing I did feel calmer

[@AA-qd4pq]

Crying is not the goal

[@sharonsandhu6780]

How long do you do each exercise for? How long would you do the butterfly hug for?

[@TheMovementParadigm]

There is no time limit, however preferably until you have a response of your nervous system- a yawn, sigh, swallow, cry , laugh , yell , feel calm etc etc . Give yourself time and patience with feeling into your body ❤️

[@dubravKA1111]

Thank you! 💛

[@helenhohelen467]

thank you so much, it helps🧡

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Wonderful!

[@MrFi-es2ie]

I do not know what black magic this is, but it is working as advertised. Have a sub.

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Enjoy 😊

[@Loveistheonlyoption]

I'm lovin' it!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️❤️

[@LisaSmith-xh5xj]

So good. Thank you

[@amdiary7]

I tried the butterfly technique and I cried so much but it felt good afterwards ! 😅

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Beautiful ❤️❤️

[@illssolution5720]

Well done! One ADD ON: Shaking - NEVER SHAKE YOUR HEAD!

[@vivi-uz7qq]

why not?

[@NikhilKu-wg8db]

Thanks a lot .

[@NikhilKu-wg8db]

Pranam

[@NikhilKu-wg8db]

Apko shat shat naman

[@NikhilKu-wg8db]

Sister I have mental disorder . please help

[@alyssalee1116]

I love this! Thank you!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Awesome 👏

[@luminaired]

I had surgery. It wasn’t worth the discomfort & pain. 7 yrs later I removed the implants. I did this work out n didn’t feel nothing at all.

[@Healingfortheself]

Thank you xxx

[@TheMovementParadigm]

My pleasure 😇

[@Toyz3578]

Wow thanks!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Enjoy 😊

[@charndrefick231]

Very insightful 👌🌻 loved it

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Great 😊

[@nehemilia5033]

Wow I can't believe that I am 93 non verbal communication wow. I really do need this workout sessions

[@cinmac3]

??

[@sylvialenz84]

Great advice!!❤❤

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Thanks so much!!❤️

[@VeronicaTvideo_editor]

what movement do you recommend for Anger?

[@TheMovementParadigm]

I did one on my Instagram recently - just be sure that you are feeling safe and not dissociated before you explore !

[@logicalconspiracist7741]

Please post to KZbin as well if possible!

[@ValidityJ]

I used to always bounce my legs when sitting in a chair when i was a kid. And I mean ALWAYS, to the point my dad would yell at me to stop or strangers would ask me if I was nervous. I never felt nervous. Maybe, bored?? I do it some times as an adult.

[@sakshiarora2870]

Hey' can you teach us somatic exercises for double chin?

[@donnaw8279]

Is it odd while going the butterfly, I felt a heaviness on my chest, and my breathing changed as well?

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Definitely not odd ❤️

[@taxetodeath]

If you start crying how long do you cry? I cry at everything and since I rationalized everything and didn't allow myself to feel anything so crying in the wrong moment feels weird and wrong, not to mention that I have been crying for 53 years and I'm really tired of using tears to express every emotion.

[@amybethkhalili-rad1073]

I tried the butterfly one. I yawned about 3x, but nothing else happened. Am i doing this wrong? 😮

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Yawning is a sign of relaxation of the nervous system

[@jennifermckenna8954]

Hi there. I tried the buttery hug and i cried 2 seconds in.im jus wondering is this something i should do daily or how often should i do?

[@TheMovementParadigm]

You can do it as often as you’d like ! Anytime you feel sad, need soothing, comforting can be a great time!

[@jennifermckenna8954]

Thank you 🙂

[@Gupta51022]

Dear mam...i am suffering whole bodypain. Weight gain low energy brain fog..pls help me

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Please head over to our website to schedule a discovery session.We’d love to help .

[@user-dq2ym1nn9k]

perimenopause?

[@luminaired]

The butterfly hug was intense

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️

[@bernardohaddad]

topp!

[@sigi6305]

I'm in a wheelchair. Can I try the butterfly while sitting down?

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Absolutely !!!

[@LindseyJane777]

I keep seeing people who say that they immediately started crying and felt a release from the butterfly hug, im usually pretty in tune but I felt nothing. I’m wondering if Im doing it wrong and will also try a visualization technique next time. But I’m also just curious as to why some people are having such an immediate reaction, does anyone know the reason to this? Like, what’s the purpose behind the action? Maybe it’s the hand chakra’s over heart chakra effect?

[@lilpr1nc3sz]

It didn't do anything for me either

[@kimhodgson1748]

It didn't do anything for me

[@TheMovementParadigm]

That’s okay ! That was simply your experience … no right or wrong, just where you were in the moment.

[@HippyGoLuckyHomestead]

Cried within 30 seconds of butterfly hug. Weird. Not even emotional , at work, lol!

[@cynthiaangel5429]

💖💖💖💖💖

[@eliettalcantara42]

Well the butterfly hug just triggered a 2 hour long balling my eyes out session

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Awe, I hope you feel okay. Thinking of you ❤️❤️❤️

[@eliettalcantara42]

@@TheMovementParadigm thank you! 🤗

[@jordan3673]

Same

[@danytalksmusic]

I'm going to rename the 3rd one to "the holy frog" to help me remember 🤣

[@TheMovementParadigm]

😂

[@jm5995]

Felt nothing tried different times different days. - nothing changed at all 😮🤷‍♀️

[@TheMovementParadigm]

No worries… That was your experience. Somatics are not so much about the exercise itself, but you it will to tune in to your bodily sensations.

[@xondominique2602]

ha, i've been doing the butterfly hug for years without knowing it was a thing!

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Awesome! Our bodies know ❤️

[@wilajezi2498]

ciekawe

[@GodHelpMe369]

please please please please please, Jesus. I cry out to you with all my soul... bring into my life my twin-flame, and a tribe of real friends. I cannot bear to continue to be alone...

[@brendanewell9453]

I can’t help wonder what you are wearing on your right hand/finger

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Something I should have probably had stitched for 😂

[@paulsolon6229]

Who says this stuff works? What is source ? How do we know if this is authentic? Where does it come from?

[@TheMovementParadigm]

www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8276649/ Here’s a literature review with plenty of studies. And if you understand anatomy, physiology and neuroscience you understand why this is effective.

[@Stardust_Truth_Seeker]

Nice freemasonry hand signal snuck in there at the begged 😂

[@logicalconspiracist7741]

Which sign?

[@Dr_Jameson]

I thought my Xbox turned on

[@zahra_na98]

Thanks🥹🤍

[@TheMovementParadigm]

Sure !

[@iamtaliba.divine.love1322]

GRATITUDE 💝🙏🏽❤️‍🩹

[@TheMovementParadigm]

❤️❤️❤️