Mindful Movement

Overview

Most exercise is dissociative. Mindful movement is associative.

Definition

Mindful Movement (Yoga/Tai Chi) cultivates Interoception—feeling from the inside out.

The Science

The Insula

Mindful movement thickens the insula, improving emotional regulation.

The Practice

The Edge

1. Enter pose.
2. Stop at the Edge (intense but breathable).
3. Breathe.
4. Feel.
5. Exit slowly.

Common Pitfalls

• Competition.
• 'No pain no gain'.

Key Takeaway

The pose is just a tool to get into the body.