Forward Motion Freedom

01/02/2026

February Focus Continues: A Guided Tour of the Brain’s Quieter, Stranger Corners

We began our let’s explore February by shining a light on the caudate nucleus, a small, deeply buried part of the brain that many people have never heard of, yet one that plays a surprisingly large role in habits, movement, motivation, and our ability (or resistance) to change.

The brain is full of parts like this, quiet, obscure, rarely mentioned, and essential. Let’s wander into some of its lesser-known neighbourhoods, the behind-the-scenes departments that quietly influence how we move, think, feel, and adapt to life.

A brief confession (from the operating theatre)
My fascination with the brain didn’t begin as an abstract interest, it began in operating theatres, nursing alongside neurosurgeons.
One of the things we would do, which still sounds surreal until you’ve witnessed it, was explore specific areas of people’s brains while they were awake.
Not because we were reckless or cruel, but to assist in the quality of life of the brain’s owner and we could because the brain tissue itself has no pain receptors.

You can stimulate it, map it, and explore it, and instead of pain, the person will talk.
They might describe a vivid memory, a long-forgotten smell, an emotion that arrives fully formed and unexpected, all while we were carefully working to reduce symptoms of Parkinson’s disease by identifying and influencing very precise neural circuits.
Once you’ve watched a memory emerge because a specific area of brain tissue was stimulated, it becomes impossible to believe that change is simply a matter of willpower.

The brain is not a single decision-maker, it’s a committee, and some members of that committee are extremely cautious.
A few more of the brain’s quieter influencers.

The Putamen
Working closely with the caudate nucleus, the putamen plays a key role in movement and learned motor patterns.
It prefers things that are:
• familiar
• efficient
• well-rehearsed
This is wonderful when movement is flowing well. less so when the body is trying to learn new patterns after injury, illness, or long-standing tension.
If your body says,
“I know this isn’t ideal, but at least it’s predictable,”
the putamen may be contributing to that message.

The Subthalamic Nucleus
Tiny, powerful, and highly influential. This structure is deeply involved in movement regulation and impulse control and is a key area of interest in Parkinson’s treatment, including deep brain stimulation.
When its signalling is disrupted, movement can feel abrupt, effortful, or poorly timed, as though the system is struggling to find a comfortable rhythm.
Small structure. Big impact.

The Insula
The insula helps us sense what’s happening inside the body.
Heartbeat, breath, emotional tone, that subtle internal sense of “something feels off.”
When this area is overwhelmed or under-communicating, people may feel disconnected from their bodies, unsure of their emotions, or confused by internal signals.
Which is why “just listen to your body” is excellent advice, and also deeply unhelpful for some nervous systems.

The Thalamus
Often described as the brain’s sensory relay station, the thalamus filters and directs sensory information before it reaches higher processing centres.
When this filtering system is overloaded or inefficient, focus can feel scattered, sensory input overwhelming, and rest elusive, as though everything is being forwarded at once, with no moderation.

Why this matters
What I see repeatedly, in clients, in practice, and in life, is not a lack of effort, intelligence, or desire for change.
It’s nervous systems that have become very good at doing what they’ve always done.
Patterns that say:
“This kept us safe once, let’s not interfere.”
When change feels hard, sticky, or slow, it may have a physical reason, parts of your brain may be doing exactly what they evolved to do: protect, conserve energy, and maintain familiarity.

Bringing it back to the work
The work we do at Forward Motion Freedom is not about overriding the brain, t’s about supporting communication within the system.
Through bodywork, nervous system regulation, spinal flow, energy recalibration, and awareness-based practices, we help create conditions where the system feels safer, and safety is what allows adaptability.
When the system feels safer and supported, it becomes more flexible, when it becomes more flexible, movement and change become possible.

By Julie Lucas-Hokin
@ Forward Motion Freedom

Disclaimer:
This article is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice or care. If you have concerns about your health, neurological symptoms, or medical conditions, please consult a qualified medical professional. This content is offered in the spirit of curiosity, understanding, and wellbeing support.

FORWARD MOTION FREEDOM
Located Cooranbong
Contact 0431997806.

01/02/2026

31/01/2026

FEBRUARY FOCUS CAUDATE NEUCLEUS.
THINK
●habit formation
●emotional regulation
● neurological challenges
●parkinsons
● huntingtons.

We’re starting a little earlier, on the eve of February, so we can start February right on schedule without waiting for me to have time to post.

Welcome to February’s Let’s Explore
Let’s Explore: THE CAUDATE NUCLEUS

(A small part of the brain with a surprisingly big job)

As we begin February’s Let’s Explore focus at Forward Motion Freedom, I’d like to start somewhere a little unexpected, inside the brain, with a part you may never have heard of, yet one that quietly plays a vital role in how we move, think, feel, and adapt to life.

Some of you reading this live with Parkinson’s disease, others of you love or care for someone who does, or in your practice you have clients with this challenge.
Some of you are practitioners supporting clients with neurological conditions.
And some of you, like me, may have a family connection to Huntington’s disease.
Because of that, understanding certain parts of the brain isn’t just interesting, it’s meaningful.
So today, let’s explore the caudate nucleus.

First things first, what is the caudate nucleus?
The caudate nucleus is a deep structure in the brain, part of a group called the basal ganglia. If the brain were a busy city, the basal ganglia would be part of the traffic control system,and the caudate nucleus would be one of the quiet supervisors making sure things flow smoothly.

It’s involved in:
• Movement control (starting, stopping, and smoothing movements)
• Learning and memory, especially learning through experience
• Habit formation (both helpful and less helpful ones)
• Motivation and goal-directed behaviour
• Emotional regulation, particularly how we respond to change and uncertainty
In short, it helps us decide what to do, when to do it, and how smoothly it happens, physically and mentally.

Why does it matter in conditions like Parkinson’s and Huntington’s?
In Parkinson’s disease, the communication between the caudate nucleus and other parts of the brain, especially those involving dopamine, is disrupted. This can affect movement, motivation, and cognitive flexibility (that ability to shift gears without the brain digging its heels in).
In Huntington’s disease, the caudate nucleus is one of the areas most affected early on. Changes here can influence movement, mood, thinking, and behaviour, often before people fully understand what’s happening.
This is one of the reasons these conditions are not “just movement disorders.” They affect the whole human experience.

And while we’re here, let’s be honest, we all have habits.
Some are helpful, some are quirky, and some, well, some of you are literally sitting in my room because those habits have become deeply committed to staying.
Patterns that say,
“Yep, this is how we do things now,”
even when you are saying,
“Actually, no thank you, I would like a different experience.”
That’s not a lack of willpower, or “doing it wrong.”
That’s the caudate nucleus doing its job a little too enthusiastically, trying to keep things familiar, predictable, and safe, even when familiar isn’t serving you anymore.

So yes, we’re talking about Parkinson’s and Huntington’s.
But we’re also talking about:
• the habit your nervous system won’t let go of,
• the pattern your body insists on repeating,
• and the brain part quietly saying,
“We survived this once, let’s not change a thing.”
Which explains why growth can feel like trying to convince a very cautious internal committee that this time is, in fact, safe.

Why explore this at Forward Motion Freedom?
Because so much of what we do together, bodywork, nervous system regulation, spinal flow, energy recalibration work, awareness-based modalities, supports communication within the system
Gently supporting:
• regulation,
• adaptability,
• safety,
• and the brain, body conversation.
When the system feels safer, it functions more efficiently. When it functions more efficiently, people often experience more ease, physically, emotionally, and cognitively.
Sometimes, understanding why something matters brings its own kind of relief.

A gentle reframe
If you or someone you love lives with a neurological condition, nothing here is about blame, deficiency, or “what’s gone wrong.”
This is about understanding, and understanding tends to soften fear.

The caudate nucleus s doing the best it can with the information and chemistry available to it
Why this matters for all of us.

Even if Parkinson’s or Huntington’s isn’t part of your story, the caudate nucleus is still part of your everyday life:
• when you’re trying to change a habit,
• when motivation feels low,
• when movement feels stiff or awkward,
• when your brain resists change even though you want to grow.
Which means exploring it isn’t just educational, it’s personal.
And that’s the heart of this month.
We explore not to label ourselves, rather to understand ourselves.

More gentle explorations of the brain, body, beliefs, and wellbeing will follow throughout February.
Curiosity welcome, questions encouraged, perfection absolutely not required.
By Julie Lucas-Hokin
© Forward Motion Freedom
Disclaimer:
This article is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice or care. If you have concerns about your health or neurological conditions, please consult a qualified medical professional. This content is offered in the spirit of learning, curiosity, and wellbeing support.

30/01/2026

February Focus: Let’s Explore
What if February wasn’t about having the answers, but about asking better questions?
After January’s reset and recalibration, February is inviting us into something softer, braver, and a little more expansive.
Let’s Explore.
Not with rigidity or “this is wrong and this is truth, “but with curiosity, grace, humour, and a willingness to gently peek behind the curtain.
Exploration is not about tearing things down, it’s about discovering what actually fits, about noticing where we may have been living in cognitive dissonance, holding beliefs, habits, or identities that no longer quite match who we are becoming, and instead of panicking or doubling down, simply saying:
“Huh. That’s interesting. Let’s look at that.”
This month, we’ll explore beliefs, old ones, inherited ones, protective ones, and maybe a few we didn’t even realise we were carrying.
We’ll explore anatomy, not just the obvious, headline-grabbing parts, but the quieter, often-ignored systems that are essential to living well and fully in our bodies.
We’ll explore concepts, perspectives, and points of view, practising the art of listening without immediately armouring up or going into defence mode.
Often, we fear what we don’t understand, and understanding begins with exploration, so let’s explore
Exploration might lead you to new ways of caring for your body, spark a deeper sense of wellbeing. It might open a door to healing, or it might challenge you, delight you, or quietly introduce you to a more authentic version of yourself.
If you’re someone who likes facts, don’t worry, we’ll have those too. If you love a good story, there will be plenty. Need to feel your way in? This space is made for that.
Someone who needs time, trust, and safety before leaning in, belonging here means you don’t have to pretend to be anything other than who you are.
Belonging isn’t fitting in, belonging is being able to be authentic. Part of my authenticity, and the heart of Forward Motion Freedom, is exploration. Always learning, growing, always curious about what supports us in becoming our best possible selves.
So this February, I invite you to come in and explore Forward Motion Freedom with me.
*Explore the modalities.
*Explore what your body and nervous system are asking for.
*Explore support that meets you where you are and grows with you as you change.
You don’t need to have the answers, or need to know where it will lead, just bring your curiosity.
Let’s explore, and together, discover what becoming your best possible self might look like.

29/01/2026

January: The Month That Took “Reset” Seriously
So, when I set the intention for January 2026, for myself and for Forward Motion Freedom, to be a reset and recalibration month foucus, I didn’t expect my entire nervous system, body, life, and inner committee to leap up and say, “Excellent. Let’s do ALL of it, at once.”
Honestly, intention in action is no joke, it’s been a ride.
Professionally, personally, in my family life, and in my relationships with others, January showed up with a clipboard and said, “Right. Let’s have a look at everything.” And now here we are, almost at the end of the month already. How is that even legal?
So I’m curious, if you hopped on the reset-and-recalibrate train with me at the start of January, how did it go for you? Maybe take a moment to sit back, breathe, and gently reflect on the last week, or stare at the wall thoughtfully, that also counts.
For me, there’s been some delicious clarity. Some beliefs I uncovered during this reset have deepened and settled in, they feel solid, aligned, and very much part of who I am becoming.
And others?
Well, some beliefs did not survive the process. They were questioned, challenged, and ultimately exploded into tiny, dramatic pieces. They no longer exist. May they rest in peace.
A few days ago, I promised you an article on belonging versus fitting in. I did write it. I believed it while I was writing it. And then, because writing is one of my greatest tools for awareness, I reached the end and realised my perspective had shifted while I was typing.
So instead of posting something I’d already outgrown, I chose not to share that version. My apologies if you were waiting, consider it delayed, not cancelled, possibly arriving next month once it’s fully cooked.
Which brings me neatly to something I want to explore: cognitive dissonance.
In very simple terms, cognitive dissonance is that uncomfortable feeling when our beliefs and our reality don’t quite match. It’s the mental equivalent of wearing two shoes that don’t belong to the same pair and pretending everything’s fine.
Most of us experience it. The growth happens when we notice it instead of doubling down and insisting the shoes are “meant to be like this.”
Because of that, February’s focus will be: Let’s Explore.
I’m inviting you to bring curiosity, openness, and maybe a sense of humour. We’ll explore beliefs, patterns, and the places where things feel a little uncomfortable, but interesting. I have a feeling it’s going to be a good month. More on the February focus on Friday
Now for a few Forward Motion Freedom updates.
A huge thank you to everyone who has booked and completed the Self-Care Toolkit sessions. I’ve genuinely had so much fun teaching these, and my hope is that they continue to support and maintain all the beautiful work we do together in sessions.
I’m also very excited to be learning and exploring the benefits of therapeutic tuning forks, yes, actual forks, and no, not for eating. Over the coming weeks, I’ll be honing my skills, and some of my long-term clients (who are willing and curious) may get the opportunity to try them out as I practise.
Time has, once again, done that thing where it moves faster than I realise, so I haven’t yet organised the group workshops. These will include home- self-care tool kits for session support and maintenance. I’m also reworking The Art of Gratitude manual, which will be available both as a home-study option and as a workshop.
And just a gentle reminder, if you’re feeling the nudge to reset and recalibrate your life, it’s never too late. There’s no “missed the window” here. We can begin anytime.
Forward Motion Freedom offers on-site sessions, as well as online sessions (depending on the modality).
Finally, a big congratulations to all my clients who are bravely resetting and recalibrating their lives, and to those who are continuing the steady, meaningful work of personal growth. Whether you’re leaping forward or taking thoughtful baby steps, thank you for being part of Forward Motion Freedom.

28/01/2026

January: The Month That Took “Reset” Seriously
So, when I set the intention for January 2026, for myself and for Forward Motion Freedom, to be a reset and recalibration month foucus, I didn’t expect my entire nervous system, body, life, and inner committee to leap up and say, “Excellent. Let’s do ALL of it, at once.”
Honestly, intention in action is no joke, it’s been a ride.
Professionally, personally, in my family life, and in my relationships with others, January showed up with a clipboard and said, “Right. Let’s have a look at everything.” And now here we are, almost at the end of the month already. How is that even legal?
So I’m curious, if you hopped on the reset-and-recalibrate train with me at the start of January, how did it go for you? Maybe take a moment to sit back, breathe, and gently reflect on the last week, or stare at the wall thoughtfully, that also counts.
For me, there’s been some delicious clarity. Some beliefs I uncovered during this reset have deepened and settled in, they feel solid, aligned, and very much part of who I am becoming.
And others?
Well, some beliefs did not survive the process. They were questioned, challenged, and ultimately exploded into tiny, dramatic pieces. They no longer exist. May they rest in peace.
A few days ago, I promised you an article on belonging versus fitting in. I did write it. I believed it while I was writing it. And then, because writing is one of my greatest tools for awareness, I reached the end and realised my perspective had shifted while I was typing.
So instead of posting something I’d already outgrown, I chose not to share that version. My apologies if you were waiting, consider it delayed, not cancelled, possibly arriving next month once it’s fully cooked.
Which brings me neatly to something I want to explore: cognitive dissonance.
In very simple terms, cognitive dissonance is that uncomfortable feeling when our beliefs and our reality don’t quite match. It’s the mental equivalent of wearing two shoes that don’t belong to the same pair and pretending everything’s fine.
Most of us experience it. The growth happens when we notice it instead of doubling down and insisting the shoes are “meant to be like this.”
Because of that, February’s focus will be: Let’s Explore.
I’m inviting you to bring curiosity, openness, and maybe a sense of humour. We’ll explore beliefs, patterns, and the places where things feel a little uncomfortable, but interesting. I have a feeling it’s going to be a good month. More on the February focus on Friday
Now for a few Forward Motion Freedom updates.
A huge thank you to everyone who has booked and completed the Self-Care Toolkit sessions. I’ve genuinely had so much fun teaching these, and my hope is that they continue to support and maintain all the beautiful work we do together in sessions.
I’m also very excited to be learning and exploring the benefits of therapeutic tuning forks, yes, actual forks, and no, not for eating. Over the coming weeks, I’ll be honing my skills, and some of my long-term clients (who are willing and curious) may get the opportunity to try them out as I practise.
Time has, once again, done that thing where it moves faster than I realise, so I haven’t yet organised the group workshops. These will include home- self-care tool kits for session support and maintenance. I’m also reworking The Art of Gratitude manual, which will be available both as a home-study option and as a workshop.
And just a gentle reminder, if you’re feeling the nudge to reset and recalibrate your life, it’s never too late. There’s no “missed the window” here. We can begin anytime.
Forward Motion Freedom offers on-site sessions, as well as online sessions (depending on the modality).
Finally, a big congratulations to all my clients who are bravely resetting and recalibrating their lives, and to those who are continuing the steady, meaningful work of personal growth. Whether you’re leaping forward or taking thoughtful baby steps, thank you for being part of Forward Motion Freedom.

25/01/2026

*DO YOU HAVE NERVOUS SYSTEM DYSREGULATION?

*DO YOU STRUGGLE WITH OVERWHELM?

*GET FRUSTRATED COS SOMETIMES SIMPLE *TASKS JUST SEEM TO BE SO HARD?

*THE HARDER YOU TRY, INSTEAD OF ORDER AND EASE AND SMOOTH SAILING WITH EASE, THE MORE CHAOTIC AND DRAINING THE TASK BECOMES .

28 DAYS, 28 DAYS, 28 DAYS, 28 DAYS
For 28 days try this method.

Before any task, getting out of bed, doing the dishes, weeding, talking to your partner or kids, making a decision, brushing your teeth, vacuuming, mopping, watching TV, using the phone, computer, while walking, etc, etc,etc

1.Pause. slow things down

2.consciously, and mindfully drop and relax your shoulders.

3. Ask yourself sincerely, mindfully.

" How can I do this in the most relaxed way possible."

4. Slow your breathing down preferably engaging nasal breathing. Tongue on the roof of your mouth, gentle lips closure, slow down the breathing rate. I use the term saying low and slow which slows the breath rate. Depth of breathe in this case not important, its the slowness of the breathe that's important.

THE OUTCOME FOR ME.

● I actually enjoy the process, so not just rushing through life, but cherishing its value.

● The task looses its struggle and is done with more, fluidity ease and calmness.

● Amazingly I achieve more not less and have more satisfaction with my time spent.

● I'm peaceful and have noticed small things, that cause wonder or make me smile. The praying mantis or lady bug, a delicate flower, the grain in the timber of the floor, the subtle details in a story I'm watching, I really get to listen actively to my kids or partner and pick up on how they are actually feeling. The conversations are more meaningful.

● I'm less tired and recover more quickly.

GO TRY IT, I DARE YOU!

And if you want to add to the experience have some good belly laughs or sing ( out loudly and with gusto to stimulate your vagus nerve.

Want an extra boost, book a session,
MASSAGE, SPINAL FLOW TECHNIQUE, FASCIAL RELEASE, HOME CARE, SELF HELP TOOL KIT SESSIONS,
EMOTIONAL / SOUL WORK CHANGE OF SELF TALK SESSIONS.

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■ Contact 0431997806

22/01/2026

✨ The Amazing Mel ✨
(Yes… she really is that amazing)
Some clients just light me up, and Mel is one of them. Happy dance material.
Her consistency, commitment, and dedication to her sessions at Forward Motion Freedom are nothing short of inspiring. I genuinely get excited when my clients have breakthroughs, but when Mel has one? Let’s just say my happy dance makes a surprise appearance 💃
This story is shared with Mel’s full permission.
Mel lives in a body that has its challenges, knees, legs, feet… they all like to have their say. So when she comes in for a session, it’s usually a given that her legs and feet will need some love. Often, that’s exactly where I start.
Here’s the thing though, our bodies are clever, and fascia? Even cleverer. (if that's a word.)
With many clients who present with neck and shoulder tension, I’ll often begin by gently unwinding the fascia in the knees. It can have a profound softening effect on the neck and shoulders before I even touch those areas. The body is beautifully interconnected, and when you listen closely, it tells you where to go.
Before any hands-on work begins, I always take time to talk with my clients. This isn’t just a chat, it’s an essential part of the session.
Why?
Because your nervous system can only do what it needs to do when it feels safe.
As we talk, I’m building connection and rapport, while also observing posture, breathing patterns, tonality, and energy. I’m deeply intuitive and sensitive too observing energy flow and blocks, so I’m taking in the whole picture, how you’re seeing, hearing, and feeling you. This allows me to draw on my full toolkit so that you feel truly seen, heard, and felt.
My mission is simple (and powerful):
To support my clients in becoming their best possible selves, in a safe, grounded, nurturing environment.
Now… back to Mel.
This particular session, something interesting happened,

I second-guessed myself. I felt very drawn to start with Mel’s face, neck, head, and jaw, even though her legs and knees were practically waving red flags. She’d been working long hours on her feet, and yes, they were definitely asking for attention.
I questioned her about it. Her neck was a bit sore, but it was her legs that were giving her the most grief.
And then Mel did something beautiful. She laughed and gently chided me for doubting myself and said,
“If my neck and face are calling you, do it. You never get it wrong.”
Well… okay then 😉
We started with a thorough fascial release from the neck up. Within a minute, Mel sighed and said:
“Oh, I’m melting. My whole body, but my legs, my legs are relaxing, I can move them, hey feel so good.”
By the time I finished working on her face, neck, head, and jaw, her nervous system was completely chilled, like she was floating on some blissed-out cloud. Her legs were soft, her knees were cool, the swelling had reduced, and I could move the skin with ease.
Yes, we absolutely went on to treat her legs and knees, but honestly? Most of the work had already been done.
Cue my happy dance (and Mel attempting to say something encouraging, though by this stage her voice was gloriously slurred and bliss-filled).
This session was extra special. When Mel stood up, her posture was noticeably different, more open, more aligned, more her. She was relaxed, happy, and looking forward to heading home to give herself the time and space to integrate, process, and simply be in her body.
One of the biggest shifts Mel has noticed from her regular sessions at Forward Motion Freedom is her ability to get out of her head and into her body. She’s now deeply attuned to herself. She knows when something feels good and is functioning well and when something’s off, and she can attend to it quickly, before it becomes a bigger issue.
So what does Mel do at Forward Motion Freedom?
She commits. Regularly.
Her sessions are a unique blend of fascial release, massage, and Spinal Flow Technique. Magnesium lotion is a non-negotiable must every session. And sometimes, the work moves beyond the physical, into emotional adjustments where Mel is fully seen and heard, gaining clarity, grounding, and a deeper understanding of what she’s moving through.
Mel, may you continue moving forward into your best possible life.
Infinite love and gratitude for your commitment, trust, and consistency. 💛
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Ready to experience your own breakthroughs?
📞 Call Forward Motion Freedom on 0431 997 806
Your body knows the way, I just listen, see and support.
LOCATED COORANBONG N.S.W

21/01/2026

Spinal Flow Technique, Made Simple
Understanding the Nervous System, Gateways, and the Body’s Natural Design
By Julie Lucas-Hokin | Forward Motion Freedom
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What Is Spinal Flow Technique?
Spinal Flow Technique (SFT) is a gentle, nervous-system, focused approach that works with the body’s natural design to support ease, mobility, and regulation.
Rather than forcing change, Spinal Flow focuses on creating the right conditions for the nervous system to do what it already knows how to do: adapt, regulate, and restore balance.
This work is grounded in anatomy, neurology, and connective tissue science. It is not mystical, symbolic, or abstract, though the language used can sometimes sound unfamiliar if it hasn’t been clearly explained.
This sheet is here to do exactly that.
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The Nervous System: The Body’s Communication Network
Your nervous system is responsible for:
• sensing your internal and external environment
• adapting to stress
• regulating organs, muscles, glands, and tissues
• coordinating movement and posture
The spinal cord, protected inside the spine, is the main communication highway between the brain and the body, the body and the brain. Healthy flow in both directions is essential for optimal wellness and function. From it, nerves exit at different spinal levels to connect with organs, limbs, muscles, and cells.
For the system to function efficiently, clear communication along the spine matters.
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What Are “Gateways” in Spinal Flow?
In Spinal Flow, you may hear the term “gateways.”
This word is not symbolic or mystical. It is a practical way of describing specific regions of the spine where neurological communication passes between the brain and body.
Simply put:
A gateway is a spinal region where neurological information flows through.
These gateways already exist. They are part of normal human anatomy and nervous system organisation.
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Why Gateways Matter
When the body experiences:
• physical stress
• emotional stress
• chemical stress
it may respond with protective holding patterns, tension, or restriction in certain spinal regions.
When this happens, the nervous system may not express itself with the same ease or efficiency.
Spinal Flow works with gateway regions to support:
• reduced spinal tension
• improved mobility
• increased nervous system awareness and regulation
• healthier communication between body systems, organs, and tissues
• It’s about supporting clarity of communication.
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A Simple Analogy: The Garden Hose
Think of your nervous system like a soaker hose running through a garden.
• The hose itself represents the spinal cord
• Along it are many small openings delivering water to different plants, these are like nerve pathways
If the hose flows freely, the entire garden receives what it needs.
If parts of the hose are kinked, compressed, or restricted, some areas may become dry or stressed, even though the water source is still present.
In the body, tension or restriction in certain spinal regions can reduce the efficiency of nervous system communication.
Spinal Flow works with these areas to help restore ease, mobility, and flow, allowing the body to regulate itself more effectively.
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The Dura Mater: Not Mysterious, Just Brilliant Anatomy
The dura mater is the outermost protective layer of the meninges, the connective tissue membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.
Its name means “tough mother”, and it is:
• strong
• fibrous
• protective
• continuous from the skull down through the spinal canal
Importantly, the dura mater:
• contains sensory nerve endings
• has fascial continuity
• forms mechanical and neurological connections that influence spinal movement and tension distribution
This means it is structural, responsive, and deeply connected to how the nervous system receives and processes information.
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Why the Dura Mater Matters
Because the dura is continuous throughout the spine, areas of restriction can influence:
• how freely the spine moves
• how tension is distributed
• how comfortably the nervous system functions
This understanding is well recognised in:
• osteopathy
• manual therapy
• biomechanics
• neurofascial research
Working with the dura is not radical, it’s logical anatomy.
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How Spinal Flow Works With the Body
In Spinal Flow Technique (and Spinal Wave Stimulation), practitioners use:
• gentle, specific contact
• light pressure (often at the sacrum and cranial regions)
• rhythmic targeted input
This input is designed to:
• reduce unnecessary tension
• encourage mobility
• support nervous system regulation
There is no force, manipulation, cracking, or heavy pressure.
The nervous system responds because it is designed to respond to appropriate input, safety, and awareness. That response is physiological.
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A Note on Gateways (Again, Simply)
When a practitioner contacts a gateway, they are working with:
• connective tissue
• dura mater responsiveness
• nervous system signalling
This is anatomy and biology doing what it does best when given the right conditions.
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Why Consistency Matters
The nervous system learns through:
• safety
• repetition
• time
Not shock, force, or shortcuts. Change in the body is similar to learning posture, coordination, or strength, it builds over time.
Sometimes results feel remarkable (and yes, sometimes they feel like miracles), but lasting change usually comes from consistency and commitment.
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The Takeaway
Spinal Flow Technique:
• works with the body, not against it
• supports the nervous system’s natural design
• focuses on regulation, mobility, and communication
• is grounded in anatomy and physiology
Gateways are:
• spinal regions
• points of neurological communication
• part of your existing anatomy
Understanding brings clarity, clarity builds trust. and the nervous system tends to respond very well to both.
________________________________________ The Benefits of Spinal Flow
The wonderful thing about SFT is that it can have profound effects on a wide range of physical and emotional conditions. Clients report improvements in areas such as:
• Anxiety & Depression
• Thyroid imbalances
• Aches, pains & stiffness
• Improved movement and flexibility
• Faster recovery from stress or physical exertion
• Better sleep and reduced insomnia
• Headaches, migraines, and fatigue
• Digestive issues and reflux
• Back pain & fibromyalgia
• Urinary and bowel issues
• Reproductive health
• And so much more!
It will be different for everyone.
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How Long Will Healing Take?
Each person’s healing journey is unique! Some people notice immediate improvements, while others may take longer, especially if they've had long-standing health challenges. Children often respond quickly, while adults with chronic conditions might experience a more gradual process.
SFT is not just about relieving symptoms, it’s about getting to the core of the issue, and this may take time, it’s about supporting you in maintaining a high standard of health. Just like brushing your teeth or eating nourishing foods, regular check-ins with Spinal Flow care can help you maintain harmony, balance, ease, and well-being in body, heart and mind.
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The Three Stages of Spinal Flow Care
Initial Intensive Care:
This is where many people begin their journey. In this phase, we focus on reducing or eliminating your most obvious symptoms, which may require frequent sessions depending on the severity of your condition.
Corrective Care:
Once your main symptoms diminish, the focus shifts to stabilizing spinal function and promoting long-term healing.
Wellness Care:
This is the maintenance phase, where clients continue to benefit from regular Spinal Flow care to keep minor issues from escalating. This phase supports you in living a vibrant, healthy, and balanced life, fully embracing your body’s miraculous ability to heal.
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Personalized Support for Your Healing
Your SFT sessions are tailored specifically to you. We work together to find the best schedule for your needs, whether it’s intensive care, regular check-ups, or wellness maintenance.
Every healing process is unique, sometimes you can feel symptoms or changes more intensely as your body processes, changes and adapts. This might feel like things are worse, yet it is a reason to celebrate, because it means your body has responded and changes are occurring, you are processing, and recalibrating. Like after an operation you may feel worse before you feel better or like when braces change the position of your jaw and teeth. You may feel free and wonderful after a session and ready to jump into life. Your response to each session may vary. Trust that your body knows exactly what it needs!
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FORWARD MOTION FREEDOM
Supporting you in becoming the best possible you

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Disclaimer
This article is intended for general educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for professional diagnosis, treatment, or care.
Spinal Flow Technique and Spinal Wave Stimulation are complementary approaches and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any medical condition.
Always seek the advice of your qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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