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Somatic Activities to Support Feeling

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Gong Bath or Sound Healing

Attend a gong bath or use a sound healing track at home with gongs, singing bowls, or tuning forks.

Ice Cube Awakening

Take an ice cube and hold it in your hand.

Slow Motion Self-Touch

Sit or lie down in a comfortable position.

Temperature Contrast Shower

Take a shower, alternating between warm and cool water.

Vibration Sensory Reconnection

Use a handheld massager or a vibrating device and place it on different parts of your body—starting with your hands, moving to your arms, legs, and torso.

Barefoot Walking on Different Textures

Find a space where you can walk barefoot on different surfaces, such as grass, gravel, sand, or a textured mat.

Weighted Blanket Compression

Lie down and cover yourself with a weighted blanket.

Finger Paint Exploration

Use finger paints or any other safe, tactile medium to explore sensation through art.

Tactile Memory Recall

Find an object with a distinctive texture, like a piece of fabric, a smooth stone, or a rough piece of bark.

Body Brushing

Use a dry brush or a soft-bristled brush and gently brush your skin, starting from your feet and moving upwards toward your heart.

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