<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[somatic recovery coaching]]></title><description><![CDATA[Empower Your Journey to Recovery]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:53:15 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Trauma is Storied in Our Bodies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Now what we have with trauma is we have his tremendous excitation, and then, boom, we're overwhelmed. This energy becomes locked - it becomes stuck in our bodies.” – Peter Levine, That trauma is stored in my body was a radical and mind-blowing idea for me. Emotions get trapped in the body after something traumatic happens to us and the nervous system stays stuck in survival mode. While stuck in this state, stress hormones continue to surge through our bodies even though the event is over....]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/post/trauma-is-storied-in-our-bodies</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aa260248ed77c77824d274</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:55:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31bd26_dd72eab76425424b8197ff3b3323d039~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_556,h_574,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>hanspanderssen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hear Me Out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Can somatics cure addiction? I know that is a provocative question but hear me out: Experts agree that: a key cause of addiction is trauma trauma is stored in our bodies somatics release trauma stored in our bodies. Therefore, if we can release a key cause of addiction from our bodies, then we could be closer to freedom from addiction - or a summarizing statement could be, "somatics cure addiction". Is that an over-simplification? Of course it is. But is it completely preposterous? No. The...]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/post/copy-of-hear-me-out-1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699bbf56cfa5020e41bd63bf</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:45:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31bd26_6c5c856649e44bcf9c82a7f61797e938~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>hanspanderssen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bill Wilson - AA Founder and Somatic Practitioner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Although Bill Wilson stopped drinking in 1934, in 1960 he was still battling depression, fear and guilt.  To deal with these issues he used some of the basic elements of what we now call Somatic Exercise; intention, movement and breathwork. How fascinating! This letter that he wrote in 1960 inspired me to dig deeper into the study and application of Somatic Exercise to resolve my depression, fear and guilt - and strengthen my recovery.  It is also interesting to note that even though he had...]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/post/copy-of-bill-wilson-aa-founder-and-somatic-practitioner</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699bbf1733aebccb486b0c31</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:44:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31bd26_583f0d71d4c742f98f42c172c413921c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_926,h_878,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>hanspanderssen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What is Recovery Capital?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recovery capital is an addiction treatment concept developed and introduced by Robert Granfield and William Cloud in 1999. Researcher William White precisely defines the concept as: “…the breadth and depth of internal and external resources that can be drawn on to initiate and sustain recovery from severe alcohol or drug problems.” Recovery capital takes into account every facet of an individual’s life that can either support or obstruct their recovery. It is a systemized way to address the...]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/post/what-is-recovery-capital</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699bbd868133563068c86c0b</guid><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:41:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31bd26_571d5c00c1924d3e9e562f130056d307~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>hanspanderssen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Exploring Recovery Tools for Sustainable Change]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a world where change is constant and often overwhelming, the journey of recovery can feel daunting. Whether it’s recovering from addiction, mental health challenges, or personal setbacks, the tools available to aid in this process are crucial. This blog post delves into various recovery tools that can foster sustainable change, helping individuals navigate their paths with resilience and hope. Understanding Recovery Recovery is not just about overcoming a specific challenge; it’s a...]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/post/exploring-recovery-tools-for-sustainable-change</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69977dfa7b02767d8665a6d5</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:17:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31bd26_c211fb4bebd345a78eae9f82905a2452~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>hanspanderssen</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Compassionate Coaching in Addiction Recovery Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Addiction recovery is a complex and deeply personal journey that requires not only determination but also the right support system. One of the most effective forms of support is compassionate coaching . This approach emphasizes empathy, understanding, and a non-judgmental attitude, which can significantly enhance the recovery experience. In this blog post, we will explore the principles of compassionate coaching, its benefits, and practical strategies for integrating it into the addiction...]]></description><link>https://www.somaticrecovery.ca/post/compassionate-coaching-in-addiction-recovery-journey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69977df24c11d313e899039e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 21:17:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/31bd26_df9723321b81466c934926495187d959~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_576,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>hanspanderssen</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>