A somatic counselor offers tools for developing a deeper, more awakened relationship with your body through sensation, breath, and movement
As a foundation for a contemplative life, the body can both literally and metaphorically help us wake up. Breathing, sensing, and moving—the ways we know our body—carry tremendous contemplative potential, and yet, we so often move through our days unaware of or in conflict with our physical selves.
In Bodyfulness, renowned somatic counselor Christine Caldwell offers a practical guide for living an embodied contemplative life, embracing whatever body we are in. Each chapter offers insights and practices that help us recover our lost physical wisdom—to integrate our bodies with mindfulness, to deal with emotions, and to develop attuned relationships. Bodyfulness inspires us to reclaim a body-centered contemplative life and challenges us to harness our potential to effect social and personal transformation in this body now.
Andreane Feest –
As someone who’s been on a quest for inner peace, “Bodyfulness” is the book I wish I’d found sooner. It beautifully combines mindfulness with somatic wisdom. The practices are easy to follow, and the results are life-changing. I’ve finally found a path to harmony with my body and mind.
Cristy –
I most appreciated each chapter’s practices to put into action. I loved the depth of research and clear, direct application. I will be reading this again.
Hannah Kinderlehrer –
Beautiful and important book,I love this book so much. Packed full of wisdom and insights. As a yoga teacher I found so much amazing and well-organized content I can use in my classes. Highly recommended.
eduardo G –
‘ve always struggled with anxiety and a disconnect from my body. Caldwell’s book is a beacon of hope. Her writing is eloquent, and the exercises are profoundly effective.