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So… Is Your Higher Self the Same as Source?

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  Not exactly. Think of it like this: Source is the origin —pure consciousness, God/Goddess/Divine Light, whatever you want to call it. It’s the everything-and-nothing energy from which all things come. Your Higher Self is your personal bridge to Source. It’s your soul in its purest form , untainted by fear, ego, or human distortion. Your Higher Self is you , just on the zoomed-out level —the version of you that remembers the full story, all lifetimes, all lessons, all missions. So: Source is the sun. Your Higher Self is the sunbeam that still holds its essence but is uniquely you . Is Your Higher Self Your Soul? Pretty much— but here's the nuance: Your soul is eternal. It’s the part of you that has lived countless lives. Your Higher Self is like the fully awakened version of your soul —the one not currently squeezed into a human body trying to pay bills and avoid family drama. When you're in human form, you're kind of like the tip of the i...
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Somatic Yoga vs. The Emotion Code: Two Paths to Emotional Healing

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By The Artful Woman

As a certified Somatic Coach, I’ve always been fascinated by the ways different healing modalities overlap. When I come across practices that share similar goals, I love to compare them and explore their unique strengths. Recently, I became curious about The Emotion Code and how it compares to Somatic Yoga, a method I’m deeply familiar with. Both approaches aim to release stored emotions and tension from the body, but they do so in very different ways. Let’s dive into their key differences, similarities, and how they can complement each other.

Understanding The Emotion Code

The Emotion Code, developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson, is an energy healing method designed to identify and release trapped emotions from past experiences. According to this approach, unresolved emotions can become lodged in the body's energy field, leading to emotional distress and even physical ailments.

How It Works:

  • Muscle Testing (Applied Kinesiology): Practitioners use muscle testing to communicate with the subconscious and pinpoint trapped emotions.
  • Governing Meridian Release: Once identified, the practitioner releases the trapped emotion by running a finger or magnet along the body's Governing Meridian while holding the intention to clear it.
  • Targeted and Specific: This method aims to quickly and directly clear emotional blocks linked to past experiences.

Understanding Somatic Yoga

Somatic Yoga is a movement-based healing practice that helps individuals become more attuned to their bodies, release stored tension, and cultivate awareness of how emotions manifest physically. Unlike traditional yoga, which often emphasizes flexibility and poses, somatic yoga focuses on slow, intentional movements to reprogram the nervous system.

How It Works:

  • Mindful Movement: Gentle, controlled movements help retrain the body and release habitual tension patterns.
  • Breathwork & Meditation: These practices enhance awareness and promote relaxation.
  • Holistic & Experiential: Rather than targeting specific trapped emotions, somatic yoga encourages overall embodiment and deep connection with bodily sensations.

Key Differences: Emotion Code vs. Somatic Yoga

FeatureEmotion CodeSomatic Yoga
FocusReleasing trapped emotions from past traumaEmbodiment and releasing tension
MethodMuscle testing & energy meridian clearingMindful movement, breathwork, and meditation
EmphasisIdentifying and clearing specific emotional chargesConnecting with the body & cultivating awareness
ApproachDirect and targetedExperiential and holistic

Key Similarities

Despite their differences, both methods share common goals:
✅ Mind-Body Connection: Recognizing that emotions and physical well-being are deeply linked.
✅ Tension Release: Helping the body let go of stored emotional and physical stress.
✅ Self-Exploration: Encouraging deeper self-awareness and healing.

Which Approach is Right for You?

  • If you want a precise and structured method for releasing emotional baggage, The Emotion Code may be a great fit.
  • If you prefer a body-centered, movement-based practice, Somatic Yoga offers a more experiential way to process and release emotions.
  • Combining both could be powerful—clearing emotional blocks with The Emotion Code while using Somatic Yoga to deepen embodiment and release tension physically.

Final Thoughts

Both Somatic Yoga and The Emotion Code are valuable tools for emotional healing, and your choice depends on your personal preference and healing goals. Whether you prefer an energetic approach or a movement-based practice, both paths honor the wisdom of the mind-body connection.

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