This week’s episode with movement and embodiment expert Manuela Mitevova focuses on the power of somatic movement in releasing emotions and healing trauma – particularly in women with ADHD. 

Manuela teaches people to release trauma and rid themselves of mystery pains and unprocessed emotions in the process. 

In this deep conversation, Manuela shares her journey to discovering the profound impact of gentle movement on emotional wellbeing.

Togetheron the ADHD Women's Wellbeing Podcast, we talk about:

• Somatic movement for emotional release: how gentle movements such as neck rolls and pelvic tilts can release stored trauma.

• Polyvagal theory: understanding the body's survival response, and how core, back and pelvic muscles help with emotional regulation.

• Practical movement tips: how simple movements such as neck rolls and pelvic tilts can release tension in the body. 

• Emotional dysregulation and perfectionism: how somatic movement helps to manage emotions, particularly in ADHD women.

• Children and emotions: how encouraging children to express their emotions through movement prevents long-term emotional issues.

I loved this empowering chat with Manuela and loved her recommendation to start gently and listen to your body compassionately – without the pressure of perfectionism. 

Connect with Manuela Mitevova on Instagram, discover her free somatic movement resources on YouTube or explore the Hips Like Honey course.

Timestamps

The role of polyvagal theory and somatic movement [08:20]

Gentle movement practices for emotional release [13:23]

Addressing emotional dysregulation and perfectionism [20:11]

Specific movement practices for different emotions [23:30] 

The importance of somatic practices for children [31:23]

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