Discovering Your Inner Knowing: Tuning Into Your Felt Sense and Overcoming Trauma with Introspective Breathwork®

Introduction:

In our fast-paced world, it’s easy to become entangled in a cycle of constant activity and mental chatter. This hamster wheel of repetitive thoughts and unresolved issues can overshadow a crucial aspect of personal growth: discovering and connecting with our inner knowing. As a trauma-informed therapist and master sound healer, I’ve seen how trauma manifests in adulthood and how essential it is to slow down and tune into ourselves. This blog post explores how to connect with your inner knowing, understand the impact of trauma, and how Introspective Breathwork® therapy can support your healing journey.

Understanding Your Inner Knowing:

1. What is Inner Knowing?
   • Inner knowing refers to the deep, intuitive sense of self that guides our decisions and actions. It’s the connection to our true self beyond surface-level thoughts and emotions.
2. The Felt Sense:
   • The felt sense is an embodied awareness of our internal state, including physical sensations and emotional insights. Connecting with this felt sense provides valuable information about our needs and direction.

The Impact of Trauma on Self-Discovery:

1. Trauma and Adult Life:
   • Trauma often leaves imprints on our adult lives, influencing our behavior and relationships. As a trauma-informed therapist, I recognize these patterns and understand their impact on daily functioning.
2. The Hamster Wheel of Repetition:
   • Unresolved trauma can trap us in repetitive thought patterns and unproductive loops. We may endlessly revisit conversations or events, hindering our ability to focus on present issues and find effective solutions.

The Importance of Slowing Down:

1. Creating Space for Reflection:
   • Slowing down creates space for reflection, helping us break free from constant activity and mental noise. This time allows us to tune into our inner knowing and felt sense.
2. Mindfulness and Awareness:
   • Mindfulness practices, such as meditation and deep breathing, enhance our awareness of the present moment and our inner self.

How Introspective Breathwork® Therapy Can Help:

1. Deep Emotional Release:
   • Introspective Breathwork® therapy facilitates the release of deep-seated emotional blocks and trauma. By accessing and processing these emotions, you can gain clarity and connect with your inner knowing.
2. Enhanced Self-Awareness:
   • Through guided breathwork sessions, you can explore and understand your felt sense, enhancing self-awareness and personal growth. This practice helps uncover insights and aligns you with your true self.
3. Trauma Healing:
   • This therapeutic approach helps address and heal past trauma, allowing you to move beyond repetitive thought patterns and emotional discomfort. By processing trauma through breathwork, you can achieve a state of balance and well-being.

Practical Steps to Connect with Your Inner Knowing:

1. Engage in Reflective Practices:
   • Journaling and Meditation: Complement Introspective Breathwork® with journaling and meditation to deepen your self-exploration and understanding.
2. Utilize Somatic Awareness:
   • Bodywork and Grounding Exercises: Incorporate somatic practices to release stored trauma and enhance your felt sense.
3. Seek Support:
   • Work with a Therapist: Combining Introspective Breathwork® therapy with other practices like talk therapy provides a comprehensive approach to healing and self-discovery.

Embracing Your Fullest Potential:

1. Integrate Insights:
   • Apply the insights gained from Introspective Breathwork® and other reflective practices to your daily life, making choices that align with your true self.
2. Foster Continuous Growth:
   • Continue to practice self-care and seek opportunities for personal growth, embracing the ongoing journey of self-discovery.

Conclusion:

Discovering your inner knowing and connecting with your felt sense is a transformative journey. By addressing past trauma and integrating practices like Introspective Breathwork® therapy, you can unlock your fullest potential and lead a more authentic and fulfilling life.

Ready to explore your inner knowing?  Book a session with me to experience the transformative power of Introspective Breathwork® therapy. Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below, and if you found this post helpful, please share it with others who might benefit. Let’s embark on this journey of self-discovery and healing together!