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5 mins

Somatic Body Scan & Physical Check-in

A morning somatic scan to identify physical tension in the jaw, shoulders, and breath, bridging bodily signals with emotional state.

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Somatic Awareness Scan

Close your eyes and breathe into your body for 60 seconds. Observe without judgment:

  • Head & Jaw: Are teeth clenched or forehead furrowed?

  • Neck & Shoulders: Is there tightness, lifting, or stiffness?

  • Chest & Breath: Is breathing shallow in the chest or deep and rhythmic in the belly?

  • Stomach & Gut: Is there fluttering, tightness, or lightness?

What the Body Is Carrying

If this physical sensation had a voice, what concern or emotion is it holding for you this morning?

Releasing Physical Load

What physical action will you take right now to offer your body relief? (e.g., shoulder rolls, 3 long exhales, gentle walk, hydration)

  • Intentional physical release:

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