Somatic practice to slow down a racing mind

When we have a racing mind, we have difficulty in gathering the thoughts together and taking an informed decision. "This Somatic Experiencing exercise called SIBAM stands for sensation, image, behavior (movement), affect, and meaning," wrote Therapist Alexis Florentina Borja. "It supports our system in expanding racing or fixed thoughts and helps us move out of the mind and into the body," she further added.(Unsplash) We should take a moment to notice the sensation by observing nature.

Notice the sensations and emotions it creates in the body and mind. (Unsplash) We should consider the sensations, heart rate, weight and temperature of the body to become more aware of ourselves. (Unsplash) At this point, an image may conjure in our mind. It can be a memory or an object we are comfortable with.

We should focus on that image. (Unsplash) We should notice the impact of the image on the body. We should give ourselves a hug and let ourselves feel those sensations. (Unsplash) Following the sensations, we should notice the emotions it creates – we should seek meaning of the emotions. This will help our mind to settle and become calmer.

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