Full-Body Shake

Why it works

Intentionally shaking various body parts releases accumulated tension, discharges excess nervous system activation, and resets your physiological state.

How to practice

1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and knees slightly bent. Put on upbeat, rhythmic music if you wish and begin gently shaking your hands and arms:
2. Let the movement gradually spread to your: - Shoulders and chest - Hips and torso - Legs and feet
3. Allow the movement to become increasingly spontaneous and let sounds (sighs, laughs, releases) come. Continue for 2-3 minutes or until you feel complete. End by standing still and noticing the sensations in your body.

Good to know

• Try to let go of control and allow movements to come naturally. Shaking is particularly effective after long periods of stillness, before big events, or when you're feeling stuck.
• Remember there's no "right way" to shake—some days it might be gentle, others more intense. Follow what your system tells you it needs.