The Body’s Wisdom: Somatic Practices for Emotional Wellbeing
What you'll learn
- Understand how emotions are stored in the body and how to release them effectively
- Learn tools to regulate your nervous system and find calm amidst emotional turbulence
- Develop “bodyfulness” skills to become more present and connected with your body
- Cultivate resilience and a greater sense of peace, balance, and freedom in your daily life
Requirements
- No previous experience needed
- Ensure you have a private space where you won’t be disturbed, allowing you to feel safe and fully engaged with the practice
- Have enough room to move freely in all directions, including the ability to lie down, stand up, and stretch your arms wide
- Use a yoga mat or a soft surface for comfort during floor work
- Approach this course with an open mind, curiosity and dedication
Description
Welcome to "The Body’s Wisdom: Somatic Practices for Emotional & Nervous System Regulation"
Emotions are not just feelings in our minds; they are deeply felt in our bodies. When we experience anger, fear, sadness, stress, or anxiety, these emotions create physiological responses that can become stored as tension, discomfort, or even chronic pain if not fully processed and released. This course is designed to help you connect with and release these emotions through the body, using somatic practices that support emotional regulation and overall well-being.
What does “Somatic” mean?
"Somatic" is a Greek word for "body." Somatic practices focus on the body’s sensations and movements to bring awareness and healing. In this course, we emphasise “bodyfulness”—the practice of being fully present in your body to understand and release what you are holding. By tuning into our bodies, we can regulate our nervous system, release stored emotions, and create a deeper sense of resilience and peace.
What is Nervous System Regulation?
Our nervous system plays a key role in how we experience and respond to emotions. When we are faced with intense feelings like fear, anger, or stress, our nervous system activates a “fight, flight, freeze or fawn” response to protect us. However, if this activation isn’t released, it can leave us feeling stuck, tense, or overwhelmed. This course uses movement, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques to help calm and regulate the nervous system, allowing emotions to be felt, processed, and released in a healthy way.
Who this course is for:
- People who feel overwhelmed by their emotions and struggle to manage them
- Those who experience anger outbursts over small things and later feel guilt or regret
- Individuals who feel sadness or melancholy without knowing why
- Anyone constantly living in a state of stress, anxiety, or emotional tension
- Those looking for holistic tools like yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness to improve emotional balance
- Anyone looking to explore the connection between body and emotions through somatic practices
Instructor
- 4.5 Instructor Rating
- 11 Reviews
- 84 Students
- 2 Courses
"I firmly believe that the connection between our bodies and our emotions is profound. Emotions aren’t just fleeting thoughts; they live in every fiber of our being. If we cannot process these emotions, especially negative ones, they can manifest as illness and chronic disease. Developing emotional intelligence means reconnecting with our body’s language and learning how to follow its innate wisdom."
Desi Tess is a professional yoga teacher and emotional coach who began her journey from a place of emotional overwhelm and disconnection. Through extensive travel and exploration, she discovered transformative methods to cultivate emotional awareness and resilience. Today, she shares these powerful tools through personalized 1:1 sessions that blend movement and emotional coaching.
Desi is also the creator of "Embodied Resilience," an advanced course offering deep insights into somatic movement, mindfulness, and effective emotional management techniques. Her work empowers individuals to reconnect with their bodies and minds, navigating emotions with greater ease.
In addition to her online courses, Desi organizes retreats and workshops around the world, providing immersive experiences for emotional awareness and regulation. Her events offer participants a holistic journey to cultivate lasting emotional well-being.
Desi’s mission is to help people unlock their full potential by embracing the wisdom of their bodies and transforming emotional challenges into sources of strength and growth.