Releasing throat & jaw tension. BioDynamic Breath & Trauma Release session demo with Giten Tonkov.

Summary

This script explores techniques to unlock tension in the throat and jaw, which can block emotional expression. It discusses the impact of suppressed emotions on physical health, such as sore throats, and guides viewers through exercises to release this tension, including breathing and vocalization, ultimately aiming to enhance the resonance and depth of the voice.

Takeaways

• 🌟 The throat and jaw are key areas where energy and expression can become blocked due to tension.
• 🔒 There are two specific areas in the throat that can lock up and prevent the outward expression of energy: one below the chin and another lower in the throat.
• 🤔 The inability to express oneself freely can lead to physical symptoms like a sore throat, which is often overlooked as a result of emotional suppression.
• 🎭 Techniques are explored to unlock the jaw and throat to release tension and allow for more natural expression.
• 👄 The mouth plays a crucial role in expressing energy, often through sound, growls, or words, and can become a point of blockage if energy does not flow freely.
• 😖 Emotional suppression, such as not speaking up when one wants to, can lead to physical discomfort like a sore throat.
• 🔍 The session involves deep breathing and activation of the constriction to create space for opening up the blocked areas.
• 👁️ Encouraging participants to connect with their body, especially the jaw and throat, is a key step in identifying and addressing tension.
• 🗣️ Making sound and expressing oneself is crucial, even if it involves fear of rejection or not being loved, as these fears often underlie the interruption of self-expression.
• 🤐 The use of a physical object, like a napkin, in the session helps to activate and release the jaw's tension through biting and pulling actions.
• 💪 The release of tension can lead to a powerful feeling of self-preservation and the emergence of a fighting spirit, as well as the activation of the body's fight or flight response.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the session described in the transcript?

The main focus of the session is to work with the throat and jaw areas to release tension and unlock the flow of energy and expression.

Why is it important to revisit the 'belts of tension' when working with people?

Revisiting the 'belts of tension' is important because they often prevent spontaneous expression by tightening up, and addressing these areas can help release the blockages in energy flow.

What are the two areas in the throat that can lock up and block the expression of energy?

The two areas in the throat that can lock up are just below the chin and a bit lower in the throat, acting as defense mechanisms or 'diaphragms' against the outflow of expression.

How does the jaw play a role in the expression of energy?

The jaw is another level where energy can be blocked. If energy makes it through the throat, it still needs to come out through the mouth, often in the form of sound, growls, or words.

What is the significance of making sound during the session?

Making sound is significant because it helps to activate the constriction and create space for opening up, allowing the release of pent-up energy and emotions.

What is the role of the napkin in the session described?

The napkin is used as a tool to help the participant bite down and resist a pulling force, which can help release tension in the jaw and throat and bring emotions to the surface.

Why is it important to allow the gagging reflex during the session?

Allowing the gagging reflex is important because it starts to release the constriction that has been holding in the throat and jaw, facilitating the release of trapped energy.

What does the instructor mean by 'fight or flight' in the context of the session?

The 'fight or flight' refers to the body's natural response to perceived threats, which in this context is the activation of the body's self-preservation mechanisms, such as kicking or struggling against the tension.

How does the instructor encourage the participant to stay present and awake during the session?

The instructor encourages the participant to stay present by focusing on their breath, noticing the movements in their body, and allowing themselves to experience the tremoring or shaking as a release of the nervous system.

What is the purpose of the muscle work on the back of the neck and the SCM muscle?

The purpose of the muscle work is to unlock the tension in these areas, which can contribute to the overall release of constriction in the throat and jaw, allowing for more open and resonant expression.

How does the session aim to help the participant find their inner strength and resilience?

The session aims to help the participant find their inner strength by encouraging them to resist, express, and release their emotions and tension, leading to a sense of empowerment and self-preservation.