https://www.somatichabit.co.uk/

Somatic Habit, York (2025)

01/11/2025

Today is National Authors’ Day and I still have to pinch myself that I wrote a book!

Ever wondered why discomfort and pain seem to be the norm as we age? Somatic Movement uncovers the keys to reclaiming your natural freedom and autonomy.

Discover the freedom of moving and living as you are designed to, and unlock the path to lasting change at the level of your nervous system.

Say goodbye to stiffness, discomfort, and disconnection, and embrace a life of fluidity, strength, and wholeness with Somatic Movement.

You can learn more in my book (link to buy in my bio) and there’ll be some exciting book news coming up later this month...so watch this space!

21/10/2025

It’s important to create different patterns and mix up our routine if we’re to continue learning, growing and being present. Differentiation really is the key!

I’m mixing up my routine by taking November off from teaching classes. I’m heading back to Bali (yes, again!) for some much needed time to reflect, rest and dive into my creativity by mixing up my ‘normal’ routine.

Whilst I’m away feeding my soul, you get the benefit of being guided by some amazing fellow teachers who will offer you new experiences and therefore new opportunities for learning and growth in your weekly classes!

I’ve put together this post to share who’s teaching each class so you can see and check out who you’ll be joining on the screen each week. I recommend saving this post too 😊

16/10/2025

I love teaching people somatics and knowing that I’ve helped them find a way to help themselves. Feedback like the below from Brad is the icing on the cake -

“I’ve had constant recurring lower back pain from my work and I rarely experience it now. I just seem to be functioning more efficiently and with less tension. Karen’s professionalism and expertise in somatics has guided me to live with a much happier, relaxed and pain free body. I would highly recommend Karen’s Somatic Habit!” - Brad

To find out more, join a class or sign up to my newsletter, head to my website. The link is in my profile 😊

09/10/2025

This week I’m heading off with Martha Peterson to share the Pain Relief Through Movement weekend with some folks in Zagreb.

As I’ll be travelling home on Monday morning I’m delighted to introduce you to Sandy who’ll be guiding you through your start to the week.

Sandy Duncan is a certified Essential Somatics Movement Teacher and mindfulness (MBSR) teacher. She’s passionate about supporting people in understanding and befriending their nervous systems and loves guiding participants toward more self efficacy, freedom, and connection in daily life. When she’s not teaching, you’ll often find her with a book in hand, out on the ski slopes, or taking her dog for long walks.

Sandy‘s classes invite you to come home to your body, explore with kind curiosity, and nurture your inherent resilience to move through life with more ease.

Enjoy being guided by the lovely Sandy, and I’ll be back with you as normal for class next Tuesday. Until then, happy pandiculating!

Much love

Karen x

@‌mindfully_embodied

30/09/2025

Today is International Podcast Day so I’m sharing the podcasts I’ve been featured on over the past year.

🎙V.I.B.E. Living Podcast hosted by Lynnis @‌vibewellnesswoman

🎙 How Does She Do It?! hosted by Jo @‌howdoesshedoitlife

🎙Lift OneSelf Podcast hosted by NatNat @‌liftoneself

I loved being a guest on each of these podcast’s. It’s great to share more about Somatic Habit with new audiences and engage in different conversations.

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If you are a podcast host and think I’d be a good fit for you audience too, send me a message or email me at: contact@somatichabit.co.uk

26/09/2025

Hi, I’m Karen and I am a Clinical Somatics Educator, based in the beautiful historic York. I run weekly zoom and studio classes, clinical sessions and offer an online membership too.

In case you don’t know what Somatics is let me explain.

If you suffer with pain and limited movement, maybe even feel like you have “tried everything” but with no long term improvement, somatics is the missing link. Somatic movements are some of the safest and easiest ways to relieve muscle tension, giving you back control of your life.

I believe that all of us, no matter our age, background, or experiences, have the ability to create more space and freedom in how we function and live.

I thought I’d share a few of my interests with you so you can get to know me better. Some other loves of mine are:

- energy and sound healing
- Movement and mantra meditations
- cinema trips
- connection through deeply rich chats
- CHAI!
- Sunflowers
- Full moons & pink sunsets
- Autumn trees

Fancy joining one of my classes to discover more about somatics? Head to my website to book (link in my bio) ☺️

14/09/2025

Holding tension in our muscles, is like keeping the kettle boiling long after it’s reached boiling point, and we’ve finished our lovely cup of tea.

Holding our muscles tight uses up way more energy than is required or helpful. It’s inefficient and can lead to all kinds of problems such as pain, low energy or rarely feeling relaxed.

Functional muscles are ones that can tighten up when they’re needed to move us, like the kettle boiling water for our perfect cuppa, then those same muscles returning back down to rest, like the kettle switching off until your next cup of tea.

Take back control of your muscles and your body, so that you can enjoy fuller and freer movement. More movement means more life!

Join me for a somatic movement class and learn essential skills for a long, healthy and pain free life.

Book via my website - details and link in bio.

02/09/2025

Have you booked your tickets yet for the Somatic and Sound Healing Evening?

Brought to you by York’s wonderful Reiki Master and sound healer Irene Forsyth from York Reiki Plus, and yours truly from Somatic Habit.

Join us for an indulgent and relaxing evening at the end of your week. An opportunity to reconnect with yourself, peel away layers of stress and tension and take some time to be present through gentle somatic movement and sound healing.

When: Friday 12th September 2025, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: The Harriet Centre, York Cemetery
Cost: £30

Bring a yoga mat, you may also like to have a blanket and cushion; the session will be mostly spent laid down on the floor.

Free parking on site.

🎫 Book your tickets using the link in bio.

#‌YorkReikiPlus

28/08/2025

📣 We’ve got a few spots left to book for our balance workshop on Saturday 30th August. Interested? Check out the details below 👇

Calling all health and wellbeing practitioners — this one’s for you. 💛

We know how much you give to others, so we’ve created a space for you to pause, reset, and reconnect.

Join us on 30th August for a relaxed and practical workshop in York. This will be led by the fabulous and very experienced CBT therapists Leanne and Sally from Well Minds PTS, and yours truly from Somatic Habit. We’re quite the team!

We’ll explore simple ways to manage and release stress, reconnect with your body, and protect your own wellbeing — because you can’t pour from an empty cup.

Expect a mix of gentle movement, useful tools, and good conversation with like-minded people who get it.

Let’s look after the people who look after everyone else.

📍 York Pilates People, Clifford Street
🔗 Link in bio for more info + booking

P.S. Don’t forget to save this post to remind yourself of the details later ⚖

11/08/2025

Calling all health and wellbeing practitioners — this one’s for you. 💛

We know how much you give to others, so we’ve created a space for you to pause, reset, and reconnect.

Join us on 30th August for a relaxed and practical workshop in York. This will be led by the fabulous and very experienced CBT therapists Leanne and Sally from Well Minds PTS, and yours truly from Somatic Habit. We’re quite the team!

We’ll explore simple ways to manage and release stress, reconnect with your body, and protect your own wellbeing — because you can’t pour from an empty cup.

Expect a mix of gentle movement, useful tools, and good conversation with like-minded people who get it.

Let’s look after the people who look after everyone else.

📍 York Pilates People, Clifford Street
🔗 Link in bio for more info + booking

P.S. Don’t forget to save this post to remind yourself of the details later ⚖

04/08/2025

There is nothing more rewarding for me than getting feedback from my clients like this -

“Since I’ve been following your instructions, there has been a noticeable improvement in my shoulder pain. Doing somatic practice really works and it’s amazing! Your instructions are brilliant - and when I follow exactly as you say, I can feel the change/release within my muscles. I have learnt to go slow, become more aware and appreciate that less is actually more. It’s a journey of ‘knowing thyself’ and thank you for starting me on it.” - Sheilla

To find out more, join a class or sign up to my newsletter, head to my website. The link is in my profile 😊

28/07/2025

📌Save the date for a Somatic and Sound Healing Evening…

Brought to you by York’s wonderful Reiki Master and sound healer Irene Forsyth from York Reiki Plus, and yours truly from Somatic Habit.

Join us for an indulgent and relaxing evening at the end of your week. An opportunity to reconnect with yourself, peel away layers of stress and tension and take some time to be present through gentle somatic movement and sound healing.

When: Friday 12th September 2025, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Where: The Harriet Centre, The Gatehouse, York Cemetery
Cost: £30

Bring a yoga mat, you may also like to have a blanket and cushion; the session will be mostly spent laid down on the floor.

Free parking on site.

#‌YorkReikiPlus

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