The Body Whispers: Are You Ready to Listen?
- Carla Watson
- May 22
- 3 min read

We live in a world that celebrates our minds, the logical part of ourselves, analyzing, problem-solving, but what if I told you that the real wisdom, the deepest truths, are quietly living in your body, waiting to be heard, and most importantly: felt.
These “feelings” is what I mean when I say that the body whispers. Sometimes soft whispers, like a tightness in the chest, a flutter in the belly, or a lump in the throat. Other times, those whispers turn into louder signals: chronic tension, fatigue, anxiety, or a lingering sense of disconnection from yourself and life.
Somatic bodywork therapy is about learning to listen to those whispers before they become screams. It’s about tuning into the subtle sensations, emotions, and stories that your body holds — often beneath your conscious awareness — and giving them space to move, release, and transform.
Why Somatic Bodywork?
Unlike traditional talk therapy that works primarily through words, somatic bodywork invites you into direct dialogue with your body.
Because here’s the secret:
Your body remembers what the mind forgets.
That shoulder pain? It may carry the weight of old grief.
The racing heart? Perhaps an ancient fear trying to find release.
The numbness in your belly? Maybe a protective shield, lovingly crafted long ago.
Through gentle, intuitive touch, breath, movement, and guided awareness, somatic therapy allows these layers to soften.
It’s not about fixing or forcing — it’s about meeting yourself tenderly, right where you are.
What Happens When You Start Listening?
When you begin to listen to the body’s whispers, something beautiful unfolds:
• You feel more grounded — like you’ve finally come home to yourself.
• You begin to trust your inner signals, instead of overriding them.
• Old patterns of tension and holding start to melt away, leaving space for vitality and ease.
• Emotions that felt stuck begin to move, creating room for joy, creativity, and deeper connection to life.
Most of all, you stop living only from your head — and start living from the whole of you: body, heart, mind, and spirit.
Want to Explore This Work Together?
If something in you is whispering “yes” as you read this, I invite you to listen.
I offer 1:1 somatic bodywork therapy sessions — held with care, safety, and deep respect for your process. Whether you’re working through stress, trauma, or simply longing to feel more connected and alive in your body, this work can offer profound shifts.
Or perhaps you’re craving to explore in a supportive community? I regularly host retreats where we come together to move, breathe, release, and listen — not just to our own bodies, but to the collective wisdom we share.
Upcoming events:
Summer of Self Love (half day retreat)
8th of June from 10:30 am - 3:30 pm at Langford Budville Village Hall

Soul-Nourishing Retreat
🗓 3rd – 5th October, 2025 | Hill Farm, Tintern, NP16 6ST 🌿

Ready to Begin?
If you feel a pull toward this work, I’d love to hear from you.
Reach out for a chat, a session, or to learn more about my upcoming retreats.
Because the body whispers. And sometimes, those whispers carry the very medicine you’ve been seeking.
Are you ready to listen?

Carla Carolina Watson, is a trauma informed accredited Life Coach, Neurolinguistic Programming & EFT practitioner, Clinical Hypnotherapist, Breathwork and yoga teacher with a holistic somatic approach.
For the last 7 years she’s worked in the wellbeing industry providing safe spaces for people to let go what’s holding them back and focus their energy on what truly matters for them while embracing their most authentic balanced self.
Carla has worked in renowned wellness centres, yoga studios, 1:1 with individuals all over the world as well as facilitating wellbeing spaces for local businesses to support their teams.
Her unique approach gives her clients different options to explore what works best for their goals. Through her offerings you can choose to work on: Phobias & Fears, Self-Reflection, Emotional Resilience, Anger, Communication, Stress Management and more.
Since becoming a mother two years ago she has focused on creating healing spaces for women and mothers to explore the benefits of different nourishing somatic practices like Sound Baths, Therapeutic Singing & Writing, Women Circles, and Wellness workshops.
Her services are also available to curate private gatherings like: Mother Blessings, Purposeful Hen Parties, Festivals and more.
Get in touch for more information: carlacarolinacoach@gmail.com
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