Transitioning our systems from waking to sleep and sleep to waking in an efficient and effective manner is so beneficial for our well-being This is something I work on with clients and people in my classes. The right simple practices for a person have a huge impact.
Try this simple yet powerful series before sleep to settle your nervous system and relax a tight or clenched jaw. Take what you like and leave the rest.
Remember that tension can also come from the nervous system and channels that are stuck. This is why I love somatic work.
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In case you don’t have Instagram here is the routine:
Tongue to roof of mouth - this encourages nasal breathing
Relax Jaw - essential!
Lymphatic Support - brush your hands down the sides of your face all the way to the xiphoid process
Masseter muscle massage
Temporalis muscle massage
Tuck chin & head back, head up & spine aligned for:
Lateral cervical sidebend
Cervical rotation
Finish with mindful breathing or your favorite breath work practice
What area of your body is craving restorative motion?
