Intro to Somatic Exercises: Get Out of Your Head!

Intro to Somatic Exercises: Get Out of Your Head!

By Mind Body Therapy

Get out of your head! 3-hour workshop in somatic (bioenergetic) exercises according to Alexander Lowen

Date and time

Location

Triemli

near Triemli 8055 Zürich Switzerland

Good to know

Highlights

  • 3 hours
  • Ages 18+
  • In person

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

Health • Mental health

Are you experiencing one or more of the following?

  • Low mood & energy
  • Difficulties sleeping
  • Overthinking & anxiety
  • Tension headaches or stress-related stomach pains
  • Low libido
  • Irritability

After this 3-hour intro workshop you will:

Understand

Our emotions live in our bodies just as much as they live in our minds. During this intro workshop you will understand better why stress, depression, or anxiety affect your sleep, cause headaches and other physical symptoms.

Practice

You will learn simple exercises to help you get out of your head and feel your body better. There are four foundations of the method: consciouc breathing, grounding, emotional expression and connection and we will practice the basic exercises in all of them.This is not a fitness workout - the practice was designed in the 1950s by psychiatrist and psychotherapist Alexander Lowen to help his patients. It can be done in individual therapy and in group workshops for people who are generally healthy but need to manage their stress, tension, and mood better.

Regulate

One of the main goals of somatic exercises is to help you regulate your emotions and feel better, calmer, and more energized. If you start to practice the exercises from the workshop regularly, you will be able to improve your mood and wellbeing.Your host:

Anka Grzywacz

Bioenergetic counselor SGfBA, Psychotherapist in training (4th year) at the Süddeutsche Gesellschaft für Bioenergetische Analyse, psychological workshops facilitator. Bioenergetic analysis is a form of body-oriented therapy and exercise method. It has its origins in the classic psychoanalysis and was developed by psychiatrist and therapist Alexander Lowen in the 1950s.

Note:

These workshops are not suitable for people who are very sensitive to noises and screaming (as people sometimes express their emotions with their voice). If you're undergoing treatment with antipsychotic medication or have had psychotic episodes, this is also not for you. Other contraindications include pregnancy and epilepsy. If you have serious medical conditions, get in touch to make sure this is right for you. When in doubt consult your doctor or therapist. The number of booked tickets may not reflect the actual state as this event is announced on several websites. First come, first served.Tickets are not refundable. If you have a doctor's attest for sickness, I can rebook you for a similar event.

Frequently asked questions

What do I need to bring?

Bring comfortable clothing and non-slip socks (or exercise barefoot).

Is this available to people with disabilities?

For movement restrictions the room is difficult to reach as you have to take a few steps down. For other disabilities please get in touch, likely an individual session would be more suitable but we can discuss options.

Is this for men and women?

This workshop is for everyone regardless of gender. If you're interested in women or men only workshops, get in touch, I may offer these in the future. You can also book an individual session.

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Mind Body Therapy

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Sep 27 · 2:30 PM GMT+2