Somatic Stress Relief and Holding Space To Heal with Dominiece Clifton

Dive into the healing power of somatic practices and holding space for your body to heal in this week’s episode with special guest, Dominiece Clifton. Dominiece is the Founder of Move And Still, Nourish Wellness Collective, and the host of the School of Healing podcast. She is a lifelong learner, speaker, and author. She recently published a new book Hold Space To Heal, which offers 7 somatic approaches to release stress & trauma from the body. A self-proclaimed stress-pert, registered yoga instructor, and trauma-informed breathwork and meditation facilitator, she is passionate about educating others on how to manage stress more efficiently and release trauma from their bodies. In this episode, you'll hear… Dominiece’s story of becoming a “stress-pert”, author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and founder of Move And Still Dominiece’s journey of releasing unaddressed trauma from childhood How stress impacts the body + somatic healing as a key component in weight loss What somatic work means + why it’s so important  7 somatic practices you can use to release trauma, stress, anxiety, and mental blocks A somatic practice you can use anytime, anywhere to calm down The mind-body connection & the importance of holding space for the body and using somatic practices for healing from mental illness  The meaning of healing as returning to wholeness & remembering the most authentic version of ourselves  The importance of holding space to allow your body to release trauma, instead of just talking about it and understanding it How to release trauma, ease stress, and foster holistic well-being using somatic practices Why we can’t selectively numb our emotions + how holding space to heal can unlock your ability to feel What meditation is all about & how to get started with meditation when you’re new to mindfulness  Ecotherapy & how nature can be healing Overachieving as a way to mask feelings + how to remove the mask and find your empowerment …and so much more!  Connect with Shara: Instagram LinkedIn Website: https://movexstill.com/  Podcast: The School Of Healing Connect with Nicole: Follow the Anxious & Ambitious podcast! Instagram @roarwithnicole Facebook Follow the podcast on Instagram @anxiousandambitiouspodcast so you don’t miss any updates Thank you for listening! Share this episode with a friend or family member to be part of the ripple effect! DISCLAIMER: Please note that the following podcast is for entertainment purposes only. The content discussed in this podcast should not be taken as professional advice or be used as a substitute for seeking professional advice. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, the views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producer or host of this podcast. Furthermore, any information provided in this podcast is intended for general information purposes only and should not be relied upon as the sole basis for making decisions. Listeners should always do their own research and seek professional advice before making any decisions based on the information provided in this podcast.