11/12/2025
❤️Wellness Wednesday:
➡️Where Your Body Stores Emotions:
1. Hips – Unprocessed Grief & Buried Feelings
Tension in the hips may signal old wounds or grief you haven’t fully processed. Gentle hip-opening stretches, or journaling can help release these feelings.
2. Shoulders – The Weight of Responsibility & Stress
Shoulder tightness often comes from “carrying the world on your shoulders.” Practice deep mindful breathing, and delegate tasks to lighten your emotional load.
3. Lower Back – Fear of Instability or Uncertainty
Lower back pain can relate to financial worries, insecurity, or life changes. Building stability—emotionally and physically—can help ease this tension.
4. Jaw – Repressed Anger & Unsaid Words
Clenching your jaw might mean you’re holding back words or feelings. Try mindful jaw relaxation, expressive writing, or talking things out safely.
5. Chest – Heartbreak & Unexpressed Sadness
Tightness in the chest may come from grief or loss. Deep breathing, emotional sharing of your heart can bring comfort.
6. Neck – Suppressed Truth & Inner Conflict
Neck stiffness may be linked to unspoken truths or feeling “stuck” in decisions. Practicing honest communication can help.
7. Stomach – Anxiety & Emotional Trauma
Digestive discomfort can sometimes mirror emotional stress or past trauma. Meditation, gentle movement, and a soothing diet can support healing.
8. Hands – Control Issues
Hands represent our ability to handle life. Stiffness or restlessness might mean you’re holding on too tightly. Letting go and trusting the process can help.
9. Knees – Resistance to Change & Moving Forward
Knee discomfort may signal stubbornness or fear of change. Cultivating flexibility—both physically and mentally—can help you step forward.