yogkulam
3 posts
Jul 26, 2025
8:44 AM
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Many people are surprised to learn that emotions are not just fleeting thoughts in the mind but are deeply rooted in the body, manifesting as physical sensations and stored tension. The concept of where emotions are stored in the body is gaining recognition in both modern neuroscience and ancient healing traditions. For example, unprocessed anger often takes root in the liver, while grief tends to accumulate in the chest and lungs, creating a heavy or constricted feeling. Anxiety is frequently held in the stomach or gut, affecting digestion and overall gut health. Similarly, the hips are known to store long-held fear and trauma, which can lead to chronic tightness or discomfort. These physical manifestations occur because the body and mind are intricately connected through the nervous system, and when emotional energy isn't released properly, it becomes lodged in muscles, tissues, and organs. Somatic therapies, breathwork, and body-based practices like yoga and massage are powerful tools to release these stored emotions and bring the body back into a balanced state. Understanding where emotions are stored in the body allows us to approach healing in a more integrated and holistic way, addressing both the emotional and physical aspects of well-being.
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