The Diaphragm as a (silent) Mediator of Emotional Experience…The diaphragm is a myofascial structure with all of the properties of our myofascial system plus the added link to our autonomic nervous system via our breathing. Because of this connection with breath the diaphragm can act as a below-the-level-of-conscious-awareness mediator of our emotional experiences.

One of the most important regions of the body when it comes to treating myofascial pain and some visceral issues is the thoracolumbar junction (TLJ). It is where the thoracic spine meets the lumbar spine - and a whole lot more.

Periodically we will use this space to share and elaborate on conversations that come up in class (truly, one of my favorite things about teaching and the MMI community are the spontaneous dialogues we get to have when we come together). I love the richness and the depth that we get to almost immediately. As it’s happening I wish more folks could have the opportunity share in the richness…

Image: Archaic cuneiform table E.A. Hoffman