SomaBody Studio

I’ve recently taken part in the Clinical LGBTQ+ and Inclusivity Training provided by and the inimitable Ana Bott

Our community needs more understanding of how we can help each other while our government are failing so badly.

I’d really recommend this course to anyone who practises any form of bodywork. It’s a real deep dive in to an understanding of pathologies that present more in LGBTQ+ folx and how hormonal treatments can impact pain patterns in our transgender siblings.. as well as lots of other well thought out information 🫶
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I just finished listening to episode #226 The Healing Power of Community ft Gabor Maté, Johann Hari, Dan Buettner & Friends on Dr Rangan Chattergee's podcast Feel Better, Live More and wanted share it with y'all. I think it's especially pertinent while we're reflecting on the year passed and making plans for the next.

"Researchers, thinkers, and experts alike are concluding that one of the most significant contributing factors to our mental, physical and emotional health is our interactions with other human beings.

Our ancestors evolved as a collective – ancient humans thrived in tribes. From keeping safe at night to hunting for and sharing food, coming together as a community was essential for our survival. And it’s easy to forget we’re not that different today. Sure, the world has transformed. Travel and technology mean families often live far apart, and younger generations are more likely to communicate through screens than face to face. We can survive without community, but can we really thrive?

Science has shown time and again how loneliness affects more than mood, leaving a lasting imprint on our mental and physical health. Reaching out to others then, is one of the best things we can do to protect and improve our holistic health. And I don’t just mean asking for help. By giving to others, volunteering your time or lending an ear, your own wellbeing is boosted alongside the recipients’. Feeling part of a community is as much about making a contribution as being welcomed." - Dr Chattergee

Link in 'LINKS' in highlights

Nb - the first photo has nothing to do with the podcast, I just liked the aesthetique 💅

We're approaching cold and flu season...
Here's some acupressure points for sinus congestion 👉 👃 👈
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As an Advanced Clinical and Sports Massage Therapist I'm specialised in:

- Wrist forearm and hand pain
- Hip and pelvis pain
- Leg, knee and foot pain
- Low back pain
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Shoulder girdle pain

I also do the nice relaxing massage thing 💅
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