by Amy Pattee Colvin | Sep 7, 2026 | Nervous System, Somatic Wisdom
The Difference Between Somatic Vitality and Running on Adrenaline Have you ever experienced days when you feel motivated, productive, and ready to tackle everything on your to-do list, only to end up completely drained by late afternoon? Have you noticed that on other...
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Aug 10, 2026 | Nervous System, Somatic Wisdom
According to a recent travel trends report, 72% of travelers no longer want to “turn off their brains” on vacation. Instead, they want to use their time off to explore a passion or learn something new. Industry experts refer to this trend as a...
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Aug 8, 2026 | Acceptance, Compassion, Somatic Wisdom, Wellness
Expectations are mental constructs we create to control unpredictable outcomes. However, when reality does not align with these expectations, it often leads to physical tension or emotional burnout. When we envision that people, work projects, or personal...
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Aug 4, 2026 | Acceptance, Compassion, Meditation, Wellness
While facilitating a self-compassion workshop recently, I referenced the three traditional Taoist virtues: moderation, compassion, and humility. One participant raised her hand and asked if I could explain why humility is considered a virtue—she had always interpreted...
by Amy Pattee Colvin | Aug 3, 2026 | Nervous System, Qigong, Tao Te Ching
The Biology of Rigidity Versus Suppleness From a physiological standpoint, rigidity is an energy-intensive state. When you brace against stress, your motor neurons maintain a constant firing rate, keeping muscle tissue in a continuous state of readiness. Over time,...
