Abundance Somatic Center

01/26/2026

A Meditation For When the Suffering In the World Feels Heavy https://www.mindful.org/a-meditation-for-when-the-suffering-in-the-world-feels-heavy/

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the pain, uncertainty, and suffering in the world right now, here is a practice to find courage, peace, acceptance, and connection.

01/23/2026

As Paula Scher says, “It’s through mistakes that you actually can grow.” 🌱✨

In our high-achieving world, we often view mistakes as setbacks. But at AbunDANCE Somatic Center, we view them as essential data points for your growth. Developing a Growth Mindset means understanding that your abilities aren't fixed—they are nurtured through effort, curiosity, and the courage to fail.

How we help you cultivate growth: 🧠 Sport Psychology: Shift from a fixed mindset to one of "high-performance abundance". 💃 Dance/Movement Therapy: Enliven your mental health journey via the body and movement in a judgment-free space. 🧘 Mindfulness: Practice non-judgmental observation of your progress.

Ready to turn your "mistakes" into your greatest strengths? Let’s move, heal, and transform together. 🌿

🔗 Link below to learn more and book a free consultation!

www.abundancesomaticcenter.com

01/22/2026

Did you know the Olympic torch relay as we know it today didn't exist in ancient Greece? 🏺🔥

While fire was considered sacred and kept lit in ancient temples, the relay actually began much later at the 1936 Berlin Games. It was designed to link the spirit of the ancient world with modern competition, symbolizing peace and friendship across nations.

In this video, we’re exploring: 🌍 The global evolution of the torch relay. 🏛️

Stay tuned until the end to see the full collection from the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs! 🏅✨

Which torch design is your favorite? Let us know in the comments after watching the video! ⬇️🏅

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum Team USA Olympics

01/21/2026

How often do you prioritize being kind to yourself? ✨🧠

Cultivating an attitude of self-loving isn’t just a "feel-good" idea—it is a powerful tool that literally re-wires your brain for resilience, stability, and high performance.

Swipe through to learn the science-backed ways you can start shifting your inner dialogue today: ➡️

💎 Self-Affirmation: Protects you against negative self-judgment by activating your brain's valuation system. 🧘 Mindfulness: Consistent practice improves emotional stability by increasing gray matter in the prefrontal cortex. 🔄 Cognitive Reappraisal: Reframing past experiences with kindness overwrites outdated, self-critical beliefs. ❤️ Nurturing Self-Talk: Using kind words triggers your dopamine reward system, making self-compassion automatic over time.

At AbunDANCE Somatic Center, we help you move from mental exhaustion to high-performance abundance by putting the body back into the equation. 💃🏽

🔗 Visit the link below to explore our somatic and performance counseling and coaching services! www.abundancesomaticcenter.com

01/20/2026

What do rugby and artistic swimming have in common? 🏉🤝🏊‍♀️

On the surface, they couldn’t look more different. One is a high-impact, mud-splattered field sport; the other is a display of precision, grace, and lung capacity in the water.

But when you look through a sport psychology lens, the similarities are striking! In Part 1 of our new blog series, we dive into the shared mental and physical demands that connect these athletes—from elite-level communication to the absolute necessity of trust and core stability.

🔗 Click the link below to read the full breakdown!

www.abundancesomaticcenter.com/blog/what-do-rugby-and-artistic-swimming-have-in-common-part-1

What do rugby and artistic swimming have in common? 🏉🤝🏊‍♀️

On the surface, they couldn’t look more different. One is a high-impact, mud-splattered field sport; the other is a display of precision, grace, and lung capacity in the water.

But when you look through a sport psychology lens, the similarities are striking! In Part 1 of our new blog series, we dive into the shared mental and physical demands that connect these athletes—from elite-level communication to the absolute necessity of trust and core stability.

🔗 Link in bio to read the full breakdown!

USA Rugby USA Artistic Swimming

How often do we even think about comparing rugby and artistic swimming? Probably not too often, however, there is an important reason to explore these two sports and next week we will dive more deeply into this topic.

01/19/2026

Busy Times, or Anytime: Nine Ways Mindfulness Reduces Stress https://www.mindful.org/9-ways-mindfulness-reduces-stress/

You've probably heard that mindfulness reduces stress levels. But how does it help? Shamash Alidina shares the research—plus, a meditation you can turn to anytime.

01/16/2026

Do you ever feel like you’re showing up every day but not seeing the needle move? Real, lasting transformation is often a "quiet" process before it becomes a visible one.

Swipe through for three somatic and psychological tips to help you bridge the gap between where you are and where everything changes. ➡️

The Key Takeaways: 🎯 Focus on Process Goals: Stop obsessing over a far-off result. Make your goal the act of showing up—whether it's your cadence on a ride or your presence in a meditation. 🗣️ Flip the Script: When the urge to skip hits, invite realistic, encouraging self-talk. Move from "I must be perfect" to "I am getting stronger". 🧘 Mindful Presence: When your mind wanders, gently bring it back to your physical sensations. Turning a "chore" into an opportunity for somatic growth keeps the experience meaningful.

Which of these tips do you need most this week? Let’s talk in the comments! 👇

www.abundancesomaticcenter.com

01/15/2026

Welcome to the Museum! 🏛️✨

I am so excited to kick off a brand-new series from the stunning U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum in Colorado Springs. With Olympic fever spreading across 2026, there is no better time to dive into the incredible history of the games and the powerful world of sport psychology.

Join me over the coming weeks as we explore: 🥇 The legendary history of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. 🧠 Deep dives into Sport & Performance Psychology. 🏛️ Exclusive looks at the museum’s most inspiring exhibits.

You won’t want to miss what’s coming next! Make sure to follow along and check back each week for new episodes. 🎥🔥

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museumuseum Team USA

01/14/2026

Ready to Move, Heal, and Transform? 💃🏽✨

At AbunDANCE Somatic Center, we offer a unique blend of Mental Health, Dance/Movement Therapy, and Sport Performance Coaching. Our goal is to help you align your mind and body so you can reach your full potential in every arena of life.

Whether you're an athlete looking for an edge or an individual seeking deeper healing, we are here to support your journey.

✨ Discover your services today at www.abundancesomaticcenter.com

01/13/2026

Is creativity the "missing link" in your athletic training? 🧠🎨

In the world of sport and performance psychology, creativity isn't just for artists—it's for athletes who want to become "masters of the moment".

Our latest blog post explores how you can move beyond rigid drills to build a creative mindset that allows for: ✨ Better real-time problem solving ✨ Improved adaptability under pressure ✨ Deeper flow states and "inner genius" activation

Learn why a "judgment-free" training environment and exploring multiple movement solutions can lead to your next peak performance.

🔗 Link in below to read: "Building Creativity for Athletes"
https://www.abundancesomaticcenter.com/blog/building-creativity-for-athletes

How often do people hear creativity, sports, and athletes in the same sentence? Chances are rare, if at all Yet, creativity can be one of the most essential topics in sports (Fardilha & Allen, 2020; Rasmussen et al., 2019). When we think about athletic creativity from a sport psychology pers

01/12/2026

A Meditation on Endings https://www.mindful.org/a-meditation-on-how-we-meet-endings/

By drawing our attention to endings and our developed habits about the way we meet endings, we can learn how to step fully into our lives with appreciation and gratitude, says Frank Ostaseski.

01/09/2026

Are you training your body but neglecting the mental "loops" that hold you back? 🧠🚧

Overthinking is more than just a busy mind—it’s a performance killer. It creates rigid movement, fuels anxiety, and distracts you from the present moment.

Swipe through to see the clear difference between an Overthinking Athlete and a Mental Skills Athlete. ➡️

At AbunDANCE, we help you put the body back into the equation so you can move from exhaustion to abundance.

The Shift: 🎯 Focus: From "what ifs" to breath and form. 🗣️ Self-Talk: From critical to realistic and self-efficacious. 💃🏽 Movement: From rigid to fluid "Inner Rhythm". ✅ Goals: From outcome-obsessed to process-focused.

Ready to find your rhythm? 🔗 Link in bio to explore our Sport & Performance Coaching.