Tension in the body is more than just a physical problem.
It is often a signal that there are unprocessed emotions or traumas that need attention. Through a combination of awareness, body-oriented therapy, exercise and healthy lifestyle habits, you can release the built-up tension and improve your well-being.
If you feel like tension is taking over your daily life, know that you are not alone. There are many ways to find relief and regain balance. Your body has an enormous capacity to heal, as long as you are willing to pay attention to it.
How Emotions and Traumas Cause Stress
Emotions are powerful energies that directly affect our body and mind. When we experience intense emotions such as fear, sadness or anger, our body activates the stress system, also known as the fight or flight response. This is a natural reaction that helps us survive in dangerous situations.
But if these emotions are not fully processed — for example, through prolonged stress, traumatic events or suppression of feelings — they can remain stuck in the body. This can manifest as:
Chronic muscle tension (for example in the neck, shoulders or lower back)
Increased heart rate or breathing problems
Fatigue and loss of energy
Unexplained body pains
Scientific research supports this mind-body connection. Studies show that stress and trauma can alter the brain and nervous system in ways that keep the body in a constant state of alertness. This can lead to a buildup of tension in the muscles and an imbalance in the autonomic nervous system.
The body as a storage place for emotions
As a holistic therapist, I believe that our body remembers everything. Emotions that are not processed can literally be stored in the body. This concept is supported by the science of psychoneuroimmunology, which studies how thoughts and emotions affect our physical body.
For example:
Anxiety can cause tension in the chest and abdomen.
Anger may manifest as stiffness in the jaw or shoulders.
Sadness can bring up heavy feelings in the chest or back.
Trauma plays a major role in this. Traumatic experiences, even those we may not consciously remember, can leave deep physical traces. Think of situations such as an accident, loss of a loved one, or emotional neglect. The body “remembers” these experiences and can continue to hold on to them as tension, unless they are consciously processed and released.
The Holistic Approach: Freeing Your Body from Tension
As a holistic therapist, I believe that the body is never separate from the emotions and experiences you have had. In order to release tension in the body, it is essential to address the cause - unprocessed emotions and traumas. Through specialized techniques, I help people to let go of old pain and activate the self-healing capacity of their body.
A combination of orthomolecular medicine and emotional processing techniques plays a key role in this. Orthomolecular therapy helps to physically balance the body with the right nutrition and supplements, while emotional processing techniques help you to feel and release deep-rooted emotions.
From tension to relaxation: My approach
From my own experience and years of study I have learned how important it is to process emotions and traumas in a safe and effective way. During my sessions we look together at:
Where do you feel tension in your body?
What emotions or events could underlie this? You can't always indicate this.
How can we release this tension together?
Through body-oriented exercises, breathing techniques and specific methods focused on emotional healing, I can help you to finally be free from the tension that you have been carrying with you for so long.
Together we create space for peace, balance and freedom in your body and mind.
The role of nutrition and supplements in stress in the body
What you eat can also affect the tension in your body. A balanced diet not only supports your physical health, but also your mental and emotional balance. Here are some tips:
Magnesium: This mineral helps relax muscles and reduce stress. Foods like spinach, bananas and nuts are rich in magnesium.
Omega-3 fatty acids: Found in oily fish, flaxseed and walnuts, these fatty acids support the nervous system and reduce inflammation.
Herbs such as chamomile and ashwagandha: These natural remedies can help with relaxation and lower stress hormones.
HydrationDrinking enough water is essential to keep your body supple and healthy.
