10/26/2025
Have you ever noticed your shoulders tightening when you’re stressed, or your stomach turning when you’re anxious? That’s your body talking to you.
Our emotions don’t just live in our minds, they’re felt and processed throughout the entire body. When feelings are unacknowledged or suppressed, they can manifest as tension, discomfort, or even chronic pain over time.
Here’s how some common emotions often show up physically:
💭 Anxiety — Tightness in the chest, shallow breathing, racing heart
🔥 Anger — Tension in the jaw, neck, and back
🌧️ Sadness — Heaviness in the chest, fatigue, lowered energy
⚡ Stress — Stomach upset, headaches, muscle tightness
💔 Fear — Gut discomfort, trembling, feeling “frozen”
Becoming aware of these signals is the first step in restoring balance. The next step is creating gentle release — through deep breathing, movement, massage, or mindful stillness.
Your body and mind are always in conversation. When you listen with compassion, healing begins.