Manuela Mitevova

Manuela Mitevova, a somatic movement teacher, specializes in helping women release trapped emotional energy through restorative practices. In this engaging discussion, she reveals how trauma is often stored in the body, particularly in the hips, core, and back. Mitevova shares the importance of gentle movements for emotional release and explains how chronic pain may be linked to unresolved trauma. She encourages starting with small movements and emphasizes the significance of self-acceptance and patience on the journey to healing.

In this engaging conversation, Manuela Mitevova shares her insights as a movement teacher based in Lisbon, focusing on healing through somatic practices. She discusses how gentle movements like neck rolls and pelvic tilts can release stored emotions and trauma, especially for women with ADHD. Manuela also delves into polyvagal theory, illustrating how our body’s physical responses relate to emotional regulation. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of encouraging emotional expression through movement in children to prevent long-term issues. Her advice to approach movement with compassion sets the tone for empowerment.