Body Theory

The premise of Trauma and the Body is that, by adding body-oriented interventions to their repertoire, traditionally trained therapists can increase the depth and efficacy of their clinical work. Sensorimotor psychotherapy is an approach that builds on traditional psychotherapeutic understanding but includes the body as central in the therapeutic field of awareness, using observational skills, theories, and interventions not usually practiced in psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Unlock a Relaxed Body and Mind in Just 28 Days - Say Goodbye to Stress and Trauma Without Overwhelm! Does the weight of stored trauma keep you from feeling comfortable in your own skin? Are you constantly battling anxieties, unsure of how to release years of pent-up stress? Imagine a life where you can find relief and comfort, where the burden of trauma is lifted, and you can truly thrive. Have you tried various self-help methods and therapy sessions, only to feel overwhelmed and disconnected from your own body? Have you avoided traditional talk therapy because you don’t want to dwell on ...

The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma offers evidence-based activities to help you heal the effects of trauma, rewire your nervous system, and return to a state of balance and calm. You'll begin by getting to know your nervous system, including an exploration of polyvagal theory and the vagus nerve. You'll also learn soothing, body-based practices to help you rewire your nervous response, including rhythmic movements (EMDR and tapping), conscious breathing, mindful movement, and more.

2 books in 1! Somatic Therapy for Beginners and Vagus Nerve Vitality combined into one book! Want to improve your gut health, reduce stress, alleviate chronic pain? Discover the transformative power of mind-body wellness with this guide, where somatic therapy meets vagus nerve care to help you achieve true mental and physical balance. "Revitalize Your Body: The Ultimate Guide to Somatic Therapy and Vagus Nerve Health" introduces practical, easy-to-follow techniques to help you reduce stress, relieve chronic discomfort, and build resilience through the powerful connection between body and ...

Still Feeling Anxious, Wired, and Exhausted? The Problem Isn’t You—It’s Your Nervous System You’ve checked every box—meditation, supplements, mindset hacks— …but the fatigue, tension, and emotional rollercoaster keep coming back. You’re not broken. Your nervous system is simply dysregulated—and it can be gently reset. ✨ Imagine this instead... You wake up rested—not bracing for the day. Your digestion flows. Your breath softens. You feel calm, present, and finally at home in your body. Welcome to Vagus Nerve Made Easy: A gentle, science-backed guide offers a simple yet...

*With a foreword from Tim Keller* A bold vision for Christians who want to engage the world in a way that is biblically faithful and culturally sensitive. In Biblical Critical Theory, Christopher Watkin shows how the Bible and its unfolding story help us make sense of modern life and culture...

Feel wired but tired? Anxious one moment and flatlined the next? It’s not you—it’s your nervous system. Your vagus nerve is the secret switchboard between your brain and body. When it’s dysregulated, everything feels harder: sleep, focus, digestion, energy, and even your emotions. But when it’s working right? You feel calm, clear, and connected again. In The Vagus Nerve Reset, holistic health educator Amanda Weber offers a beginner-friendly, science-backed guide to retraining your body’s most powerful calming system—naturally, gently, and in just a few minutes a day. Whether ...

In this book, bestselling and award-winning author Stephen Hawley Martin explains and combines pertinent findings by members of The Royal Society of London for Improving Natural Knowledge, aka “The Royal Society,” along with quantum physics experiments, research by the Division of Perceptual Studies (DOPS) of the University of Virginia School of Medicine and other highly credible sources to forge a new theory of human life and existence, the basic premise of which has been validated by Elon Musk’s powerful Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assistant, Grok 4. Martin believes that the ...

A Tai Chi instructor for over 40 years, Dr. Frank Bisceglia, EdD, explains how to incorporate the mysterious Metaphysical elixir of Yin and Yang into your practice and daily existence.Along with addressing many of the fundamental physical techniques, Dr. Bisceglia reveals how to transform Tai Chi into a unique, fulfilling and worthwhile exercise by incorporating the theories that unite the practical and spiritual elements of this ancient Art. His insightful commentary and inspirational view provide a path for illuminating one’s connection to the universe and the marvel of its’ impact on...

Like many, you may be seeking concrete solutions to transform anxiety, trauma, and emotional turmoil into a harmonious and fulfilling life. The traditional methods you've tried might not have been enough to address your deep-rooted challenges. But imagine a world where you embrace a calmer mind and a rejuvenated spirit, all achieved through groundbreaking, science-backed approaches. That's now possible.

A clear, written companion to one of the most talked-about voices in self-help and spirituality, Joe Dispenza Explained maps the core ideas behind Evolve Your Brain, Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself, You Are the Placebo, and Becoming Supernatural—and shows how they fit together as one system. If you’ve ever underlined his books or wondered where science ends and metaphor begins, this guide gives you the context, language, and landmarks to read him with confidence. Inside you’ll find plain-English walk-throughs of neuroplasticity, epigenetics, the placebo effect, meditation, ...

Discover the innovative intersection of somatic therapy and Internal Family Systems (IFS), featuring 5 core practices to transform modern therapeutic approaches. Enhance your clinical practice and patient outcomes by skillfully uniting body and mind through an evidence-based therapeutic...

A Life-Changing Collection for Deep Healing, Self-Regulation, and Lasting Transformation Struggling with anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm? Imagine waking up tomorrow feeling calm, grounded, and in control, without years of therapy, endless coping strategies, or feeling stuck in survival mode. This comprehensive collection brings together two highly acclaimed books—The Somatic Therapy Handbook and The Polyvagal Theory Handbook—to provide you with a science-backed, practical path to healing from within.

Applied polyvagal theory in yoga provides conscious breathing, vagal toning, mindful movement, and meditation practices that aid in rewiring the nervous system. Listeners will discover how to help both clients and themselves cultivate a felt sense of ease during times of safety; enhance their capacity to handle challenges with equanimity; and reclaim their ability to recover from stress swiftly and efficiently. Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga offers practitioners a new and effective way to support clients who are stuck in a trauma response mode.

The Zondervan Biblical and Theological Lectures series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook's direct narration of a book's text, Biblical Critical Theory Audio Lectures, Part 1 includes high-quality live recordings of college-level lectures that cover the...

Unlocking Your Body's Healing Potential: Transform Your Life Through Mind-Body Connection! You often find yourself overwhelmed by stress, feeling trapped in a cycle of emotional turmoil that seems impossible to escape. Each day, the weight of unresolved feelings clouds your mind, affecting your health and well-being, and you yearn for a way to break free and reclaim your energy and joy. But what if I told you that you could embrace a transformative approach that connects your body's wisdom with the depth of your emotions? This journey not only teaches you how to navigate through painful ...

A clear, independent, and grounded guide to one of the most influential voices in trauma, addiction, stress, and modern healthcare. Gabor Maté has changed the global conversation about trauma, addiction, childhood development, illness, compassion, and the human nervous system. His ideas are cited by therapists, teachers, activists, physicians — and millions of readers looking for language to make sense of suffering, resilience, and emotional life in the modern world. But as his influence has grown, so too has confusion, debate, and oversimplification. This book exists to bring clarity. ...

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR A CALM NEW YEAR! Stop letting stress hijack your body. Discover the science-backed switch to turn off anxiety and turn on healing—in just minutes a day. Have you tried everything to calm your racing mind, fix your digestion, or boost your energy, only to feel more frustrated? You’ve downloaded the meditation apps, bought the expensive supplements, and tried the trendy routines, yet you still wake up feeling on edge, bloated, or exhausted. It is easy to feel like your body is fighting against you, or worse, that these symptoms are "all in your head." But you aren’t...

Unlock lasting healing through the power of the vagus nerve—the bestselling guide to understanding how vagus nerve dysfunction and trauma impact inflammation, emotional health, autoimmune disease, and more With practical exercises and body-based tools for regulating your nervous system...

In Jezebel Unhinged Tamura Lomax traces the use of the jezebel trope in the Black church and in Black popular culture, showing how it is pivotal to reinforcing men's cultural and institutional power to discipline and define Black girlhood and womanhood. Drawing on writing by medieval thinkers and travelers, Enlightenment theories of race, the commodification of women's bodies under slavery, and the work of Tyler Perry and Bishop T. D. Jakes, Lomax shows how Black women are written into religious and cultural history as sites of sexual deviation.