While techniques such as mindfulness and body scans have long been held up as ways to boost this important skill, a growing number of people are turning to somatic movement to tap into their inner selves.

A practice that involves moving consciously while you pay attention to the sensations in your body, somatic movement has received plenty of attention on social media over the last couple of years, with many claiming it can release trauma, relieve stress and help people to feel more grounded.

But what does somatic movement actually involve – and how can you practice it at home? To find out more, we spoke to Nahid de Belgeonne, a somatic movement coach, yoga teacher and founder of The Human Method.

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