TRE Global Shake

22/02/2026

JOY IS A NERVOUS SYSTEM STATE!

Joy isn’t just something that happens to you.
It’s something your body must feel safe enough to receive.

When your nervous system is stuck in stress, life can feel like:
• Always rushing
• Always bracing
• Always exhausted

Even beautiful moments feel muted.

But when the nervous system begins to regulate…
Your breath deepens.
You soften.
You feel present.
You notice beauty again.

This is why nervous system work matters.

Not just to reduce stress -
but to expand your capacity for joy.

TRE helps the body release deep patterns of tension and survival stress, creating space for calm, ease, and emotional vitality.

And from that place…

Joy rises naturally. 💛

Message us for details about upcoming workshops.

21/02/2026

CALGARYS DRASTIC WEATHER CHANGES

Living in Calgary means experiencing some of the most dramatic weather swings, Chinooks, extreme cold, rapid warm-ups.

Your body notices. Headaches, tension, restless sleep, fatigue, these are your nervous system’s signals that it’s adjusting to rapid changes.

TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) works with your body’s natural tremor reflex to:

✔ Release stored stress
✔ Restore balance
✔ Support real calm
✔ Reduce weather-induced tension

You can’t control the Chinook, but you can help your body respond with resilience.

Tune in. Release. Rebalance.

21/02/2026

WHO IS GERMAINE COOKSON?

She’s not just a TRE practitioner.

She’s someone deeply committed to helping people reconnect with their bodies.

Dedicated.
Grounded.
Passionate about nervous system health.

Germaine understands that healing isn’t about “fixing” you.
It’s about creating safety, so your body can do what it already knows how to do.

Through TRE®, she gently guides people out of chronic stress and back into regulation, resilience, and real calm.

This isn’t just work for her.
It’s a calling.

If you’re feeling the nudge to reconnect with your body…
You’re warmly invited to explore TRE® with her.

21/02/2026

WHAT IS THE VAGUS NERVE?

(Judging by your messages - that conversation resonated ❤️)

So let’s build on that.

If the Vagus nerve is part of your body’s calming and regulation system…

How can we gently support it in everyday life?
Especially in those moments when your system feels stretched, overloaded, or unsettled.
Here are a few simple, body-friendly tools:

Cool water
Splash your face
Run wrists under water
Take a quick shower

🎵 Humming or soft sound
Low, steady tones
Slow and gentle

Extended exhale
Let the out-breath be slightly longer

Grounding
Feel your feet
Press gently into the floor

Slow rhythmic tapping
Left → right
Calming, not stimulating
These aren’t about “forcing calm”.

They’re about offering the body signals of safety.
Because when your nervous system feels safer…
Your mind, emotions, and reactions often follow.

And remember…
While these tools are wonderful in the moment,
long-term nervous system regulation is where real transformation lives.

That’s where TRE® can be incredibly supportive

Hugs,
Germaine

Be Happy, Live Well!

21/02/2026

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN SOMEONE TELLS YOU TO JUST CALM DOWN!

“Just calm down.” - we hear it all the time..

But here’s the truth:

Most people don’t actually know what calm feels like in their body.

Because calm isn’t a thought.
It’s a nervous system state.

And one of the key players?

THE VAGUS NERVE.

Your vagus nerve helps regulate:
• Stress response
• Heart rate
• Breathing
• Digestion
• Your sense of safety

When you’ve been under chronic stress, this system can get dysregulated.

It can feel like:
– Wired but exhausted
– Can’t switch off
– Anxious or restless
– Tight chest / shallow breath
– Digestive tension
– Always “on”

So when someone says “calm down”…
Your body might honestly respond:

“I don’t know how.”

This is where TRE® (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) can help.

TRE® works with the body’s natural tremor reflex — a built-in mechanism that helps release stored stress and tension.

As the body lets go, the nervous system can:
✔ Downshift
✔ Rebalance
✔ Feel safer
✔ Access real calm

No forcing.
No overthinking.
Just working with the body — where regulation actually lives.

If your body has forgotten what calm feels like…
TRE® helps it remember.

20/02/2026

HEAL TRAUMA THROUGH THE BODY

We are proud to say that our TRE Work was founded by such an amazing healer - Dr. David Berceli. We hope you enjoy this amazing podcast that describes in more details what it is all about.

https://youtu.be/A69zUAkhpLM?si=BA3koasLwPQp9tGh

Can your body heal trauma without words? In this powerful episode, Dr. David Berceli - creator of Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises (TRE) and author of Sh...

20/02/2026

Sometimes it’s not the relationship that’s failing.

Sometimes it’s two dysregulated nervous systems trying to feel safe at the same time.

When both partners are stressed or overwhelmed, small moments can escalate quickly.
Tone feels sharp.
Silence feels personal.
Distance feels threatening.

Two people who love each other begin reacting instead of relating.

The issue often isn’t compatibility.
It’s regulation.

When the nervous system is stuck in survival, connection becomes hard. But when even one partner begins to regulate, everything can shift.

Conversations soften.
Repair becomes possible.
Safety returns.

This is the power of somatic work.

Through TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises), Germaine supports individuals in releasing stored tension and restoring nervous system balance — creating the foundation for healthier relationships.

Before assuming it’s the relationship, consider the nervous system.

If this resonates, it may be time to begin the work.

20/02/2026

There is something happening in the world right now.

The pace is relentless. The noise is constant. The nervous system of humanity is stretched thin and most people don’t even realize they’re living in a state of chronic dysregulation.

And when the body is dysregulated, everything fractures.
Clarity. Compassion. Leadership. Relationships. Health. Decision-making.

This is why the work of Germaine and TRE Global Shake matters so deeply right now.

Through TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises), Germaine is helping people return to their bodies, not through force, but through innate intelligence. Through the body’s natural tremor response. Through remembering that we are built to release what we carry.

In a world addicted to pushing through, she teaches people how to soften.
In a culture that glorifies overdrive, she restores regulation.
In a time of collective tension, she guides people back to safety within themselves.

This is not trendy wellness.
This is nervous system leadership.

Germaine has spent years preparing for this moment, studying, embodying, refining, living this work. And now, as more and more people feel the strain of modern life in their bones, her leadership is not just relevant… it is essential.

When individuals regulate, communities shift.
When bodies feel safe, wisdom returns.
When we release what we’ve been holding, we make room for something new.

If you’ve been feeling the weight of this world, this is an invitation.

The body knows the way home.

20/02/2026

I just want to take a moment to say thank you from the bottom of my heart to each and every one of you who has chosen to follow this page.

Your presence here means more than you know. Whether you’ve been walking alongside me for years or you’ve just recently joined this community, I’m truly grateful. Every like, comment, share, and message reminds me that what we’re building here matters.

This space was created with love to inspire, uplift, and grow together. And it’s because of you that it continues to thrive. I don’t take your time or attention lightly.

Thank you for your support, your kindness, and your energy. I’m excited for everything that’s ahead for us

With appreciation,
Germaine

19/02/2026

Not in Calgary? No problem. Prefer to chat on the phone for more info?

Germaine offers private one-on-one sessions over Zoom, so you can experience nervous system reset, stress release, and deep restoration from anywhere in the world. If you’re curious or feel called, reach out and connect directly with her.

19/02/2026

Curious about working directly with Germaine? Want a private one-on-one session to explore nervous system reset, stress release, or deep restoration?

She’s ready, willing, and able to guide you. Reach out today and connect directly with her. Germaine offers a free consultant if you just need to ask questions or want more information on her services.

Germaine is available in person or on line (Zoom session available).

19/02/2026

INSOMNIA!

Nearly a third of adults have difficulty sleeping, and many are living in a state of nervous system overdrive without realizing it.

If insomnia keeps showing up, it’s not random, it’s your body sending you a message. Your nervous system is asking for regulation.

Restore your system, reclaim your sleep, reclaim your life. We can help you reset and finally rest. Reach out today.

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