Somatic Movement & Mindset

In this episode, Heidi Hadley delves into the science of stress and how it impacts both the mind and body. She explains the physiological effects of prolonged stress, how it influences posture, breathing, and movement, and why traditional approaches to stress relief often fall short. Heidi introduces practical somatic techniques to help release muscular tension, regulate the nervous system, and cu...

In this episode, Heidi Hadley explores the deep connection between the mind and body, emphasizing how they function as one integrated system rather than separate entities. She explains how stress, emotions, and movement patterns are stored within the nervous system and how clinical somatic movement can help recalibrate the body, improve mobility, and reduce pain. Heidi also shares practical strate...

In this episode, Heidi Hadley dives into The Menopause Summit, the highly anticipated upcoming annual Total Somatics event, bringing together world-renowned experts to discuss menopause, confidence, vitality, and holistic well-being. 🌿💛 Discover practical tools for managing menopause naturally, from somatic movement, mindset shifts, sexual health, body confidence, HRT, and hormonal balance strat...

In this empowering episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, Clinical Somatic Educator and founder of Total Somatics, Heidi Hadley, dives deep into the art of nurturing your physical and mental health. Heidi explores the importance of reconnecting with your inner child, building resilience through life's experiences, and drawing valuable lessons from challenges. Discover how hono...

In this episode of Somatic Movement & Mindset , Heidi Hadley guides you through practical strategies to Recharge and Recalibrate as you step into a new year. Heidi shares her personal focus and unveils her "word of the year," encouraging you to find yours. Learn how to create sustainable, healthy habits with small, consistent steps that can transform your mindset and well-being over...

In this episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset Podcast , Heidi Hadley sits down with Samson Selladurai, Co-Founder and CEO of the revolutionary I’m Safe App . Samson shares the inspiring story behind this innovative tool, designed to safeguard women's safety in today's world. Heidi delves deep into the invention, asking insightful questions about how it works and the impact it’s a...

In this Somatic Movement & Mindset episode, Heidi Hadley delves into the importance of cultivating flexibility and resilience within your nervous system. By increasing the bandwidth or capacity of your nervous system, you can better regulate your stress response, improve overall health, and handle life's challenges with greater ease. This adaptability enhances your physical well-being and...

In this episode of Somatic Movement & Mindset with Clinical Somatic Educator Heidi Hadley, we explore practical ways to protect your body and mind from the damaging effects of chronic stress. Discover how somatic movement, mindfulness, and mindset can regulate your stress response and reduce physical and emotional tension. Heidi shares insights on creating a resilient and relaxed body, promoti...

In this empowering episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, Certified Clinical Somatic Educator Heidi Hadley explores how to identify and break unhealthy habits that no longer serve you. Learn how to rewire your behavior by understanding the mind-body connection and how Clinical Somatic Movement, Mindset, and Mindfulness can create lasting, empowering habits. Heidi provides practical...

In the final episode of this three-part series, Heidi Hadley dives into a technique to protect and nurture your mind and body during times of uncertainty and chaos. Heidi shows you how to calm and safeguard your nervous system, building resilience and reinforcing your ability to regulate the stress response. This episode equips you with the tools to maintain balance and well-being, even in challen...

In this second of a three-part series, Heidi Hadley continues to explore essential techniques to help you calm your mind and body during periods of uncertainty and chaos. This episode focuses on how to effectively calm the vagus nerve, a critical component in regulating your stress response. Heidi shares simple yet powerful somatic practices that will help you build resilience and find balance in...

In this episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset Podcast, entitled "Calm Your Mind," Heidi Hadley explores the heightened anxiety and overwhelm many are experiencing due to global uncertainty and natural disasters. Over the next three episodes, she provides practical strategies to help you calm both your mind and body, empowering you to find peace in the midst of chaos. Discover sim...

In this uplifting episode, Heidi Hadley interviews Jo Gaffney , exploring how to embrace and love your body through life’s most challenging transitions . From menopause to cancer treatments, Jo discusses the physical and emotional hurdles people face and how to reconnect with and nurture their bodies during these times. Her compassionate insights provide hope and empowerment, reminding listeners t...

In this insightful episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, Clinical Somatic Educator Heidi Hadley welcomes epigenetics expert and TEDx speaker Larissa Behrend. Together, they explore how your lifestyle choices—like diet, exercise, and stress management—can directly influence your genes, potentially improving your health and well-being. Larissa recently held an in-depth workshop for...

In the final episode of this series on the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, clinical somatic educator and somatic movement teacher Heidi Hadley covers the final part of the FREE downloadable resources.  Heidi also invites you to join The Total Somatics Online Membership to fully benefit from all that Clinical Somatics has to offer.  THE TOTAL SOMATICS MEMBERSHIP DOORS ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN! T...

In the 4th episode of this 5-part series on the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, clinical somatic educator and somatic movement teacher Heidi Hadley delves into how to reconnect and reset your mindset with somatics for better health and reduced pain. Heidi guides you in developing skills to feel calm and comfortable from within, helping you quiet your mind and stop overthinking and analyzin...

In the 3rd episode of this 5-part series on the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, clinical somatic educator and somatic movement teacher Heidi Hadley explores how to reconnect and regulate your nervous system with somatics for better health and reduced pain. Heidi shares how breathing and eye movement techniques can help reduce the stress response that impacts muscles, movement, the nervous...

Welcome to a very special episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast! Today, we're excited to announce Heidi Hadley's enlightening TEDx Talk on "Pandiculation: The Natural Solution to Chronic Pain & Discomfort." TO WATCH HEIDI HADLEY'S TEDx TALK, CLICK THE LINK BELOW: https://youtu.be/hfOe-oiHWDU?si=Awbv0MqtmMiSpaBh Additionally, we have fantastic news—the e...

In the 2nd episode of this 5-part series on the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, clinical somatic educator and somatic movement teacher Heidi Hadley delves into how to reconnect and re-educate your brain-to-muscle connection with somatics for better health and reduced pain. Heidi explains how the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn stress response modes impact your muscles, movement and nervous...

In this 5-part series of the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, clinical somatic educator and somatic movement teacher Heidi Hadley explores how to reconnect and recalibrate for better health and reduced pain. In this episode, you'll learn what the word "soma" truly means—understanding your body from the inside out—and how this concept will shape your experience during the &quo...

In this episode, Clinical Somatic Educator and Somatic Movement Teacher Heidi Hadley invites you to prepare for her annual event, "Somatic in September." Throughout September, Heidi will guide you each week to pause and reassess how you can better care for your Somatic health and well-being. The theme "Somatic in September" will focus on integrating Total Somatics principles in...

In this insightful episode, Clinical Somatic Educator and Somatic Movement Teacher Heidi Hadley explores the concept of being a circuit breaker for intergenerational health issues. She delves into the science of mirror neurons and the profound influence of significant people in our lives on our movement patterns, posture, and ways of handling conflict and stress. Listeners will discover how these...

In this enlightening episode, Clinical Somatic Educator and Somatic Movement Teacher Heidi Hadley delves into the essence of Clinical Somatic Movement. She clarifies what it truly is and distinguishes it from the many misleading uses of the term "somatic" found online, which are often employed for marketing purposes rather than reflecting the genuine practice. Heidi Hadley explains the p...

Welcome to Somatic Movement & Mindset, where Clinical Somatic Educator & Somatic Movement Teacher, Heidi Hadley explores the intersection of body awareness and mental well-being. In this episode, Heidi engages in a profound conversation with Dr. Linda Hartley-Clark, a skilled Counsellor and Psychotherapist known for her work in enhancing love, life, and relationship satisfaction. Key Topic...

In this episode of the Somatic Movement & Mindset podcast, Clinical Somatic Educator and Somatic Movement Teacher Heidi Hadley explores the importance of making somatic movements slow and small. Heidi explains that these deliberate, gentle movements are key to re-educating the nervous system and releasing chronic muscle tension. Heidi delves into the science behind somatic movements, highlight...