Anxiety from a somatic perspective is viewed as a physical manifestation of emotional distress. Prolonged stress, trauma and unprocessed emotions can become trapped in the body and produce feelings of anxiety. This may feel like being stuck in the state of high alert and show up as tension, discomfort or pain.

If you are looking to alleviate anxiety and learn how to more easily access state of rest and relaxation join Magdalena to explore the healing power of TRE.

TRE is a simple yet powerful and very effective somatic process for stress and tension release that helps reduce anxiety by activating natural reflex mechanism of shaking. This therapeutic tremor releases deep patterns of muscular tension and calms the nervous system.

This reflex is present in all mammals. Animals, both wild and domesticated are using this mechanism beautifully. Most likely because of the social conditioning, humans disconnected from it but it is still there in us all, waiting to be brought back on-line.

The tremor mechanism is our nervous system’s thermostat – it helps us to self-regulate, calms the nervous system down and brings it back to balance. Shaking completes the fight-flight-freeze response by discharging the residue of stress hormones and energy that was mobilised to support it. Only then can the system rest, relax, repair and grow.

Learning how to shake is like activating a healing superpower that can help the body to return to the parasympathetic nervous system dominance – where we want to be most of the time if we want to optimise our mental health and physical wellbeing.

TRE also promotes embodiment, enhances body awareness and increases the sense of presence and aliveness.

TRE, once learnt is yours for life. You can practice it at home and after the workshop you will be sent an information pack on how to develop TRE as a self-directed practice.

This workshop is open to both, new and established ‘shakers’.

The benefits of TRE are many - some are noticeable straight away but many others come as a result of regular practice:

· Better sleep.

· Less anxiety, stress and worry.

· Less tension and pain.

· Improved digestion.

· More mental clarity & focus.

· Ability to relax.

· Improved relationships (to oneself and others).

What to expect:

· Introduction to the TRE method and stress physiology.

· Group sharing (only if you feel comfortable to do so).

· Short grounding, breathing and movement exercises that you can easily take into your life to help with anxiety and reduce stress.

· TRE process – 7 exercises that will help you activate the tremor mechanism and a space for your body to shake and befriend the tremors.

· Integration.

· Check-in.

· Time for questions.

How to prepare:

· Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

· Leave a big meal for after the workshop.

· Mats and blankets will be provided, however if you prefer to use your own, bring them along.

TRE group sessions might not be the most suitable setting to learn TRE for people with PTSD, CPTSD and those who find it very difficult to calm down when distressed. Please contact me prior to the session so that I can advise.

Pregnancy: it is not advisable to learn TRE in pregnancy.