17/07/2025
đź’Ž Tension in the BASE of your SKULLđź’Ž
Do you have tension or pressure in the back of your head near the base of your skull (the occiput)? Well it’s not just about bad posture or headaches—this area can hold deep emotional tension, especially if you’ve ever felt unsafe to speak your truth.
The occiput connects directly to the nervous system, including the vagus nerve and your body’s freeze response. When you’ve been silenced, judged, or ignored in the past, this area often locks up as your body shuts down from speaking or expressing yourself.
In kinesiology, we focus on releasing occiput tension through gentle cranial holds, chakra balancing, and emotional clearing. When we do this, we help the nervous system feel safe again—allowing your voice to flow freely and confidently from your heart.
Here's a few things you can do to help yourself 🩵
đź’Ž Slow deep breathing, in for 4, hold 4, out for 4
đź’Ž Humming or chanting OM (Vagus nerve stimulation)
đź’Ž Visualise a ball of golden light at the base of the skull, cleansing & clearing all negative emotions, energy, melting away the tension & pressure.
đź’Ž Journal about unspoken things, how you feel, write letters to people that have hurt you, tell them how you felt. Then burn it! This releases the energy & pain!
💎 If you’ve been feeling stuck or fearful to express yourself, it might be time to free your voice and ease that tension! Say what it is you need to say!
Alison x
Credit: Image by El Paso Chiropractor