From Intention to Extension: Navigating the Flow of Somatic Education

From Intention to Extension: Navigating the Flow of Somatic Education

When I think about the process of learning in Somatics, what comes to mind is a dance—an intricate interplay of intention, attention, action, and extension. Each of these elements flows into the next, guiding and shaping the experience in a way that feels both natural...
Shifting the Focus in Somatics: From Healing to Enhancing Performance

Shifting the Focus in Somatics: From Healing to Enhancing Performance

In the world of Somatic Education, the emphasis has traditionally been on healing. This focus on addressing and mending what’s broken or problematic is undoubtedly valuable. However, shifting our perspective towards enhancing performance can reveal new dimensions of...
Exploring Major Brain Networks and Their Role in Somatic Learning

Exploring Major Brain Networks and Their Role in Somatic Learning

Building on our previous discussion about neuroscience and the network-based framework superceding the triune brain model , here we’ll be introducing  specific brain networks that play important roles in somatic learning. These networks, formed by interconnected...
Beyond the Triune Brain: Embracing the Network-Based Framework

Beyond the Triune Brain: Embracing the Network-Based Framework

The triune brain model has long been a popular explanation for the evolution of the human brain, dividing it into three distinct parts: the reptilian complex, the limbic system, and the neocortex. However, modern neuroscience has moved beyond this simplistic view. The...