Simple Body-Based Practices to Reduce Stress, Calm Anxiety, and Support Better Sleep
By Hector Rivera, RN, BSN
Life can leave the nervous system overwhelmed, making it difficult to relax, remain present, or recover from everyday stress. 100 Somatic Exercises for Nervous System Regulation provides a practical collection of body-based techniques designed to help readers reconnect with their bodies, improve emotional regulation, and develop greater resilience.
Written by Hector Rivera, RN, BSN, this comprehensive guide contains one hundred easy-to-follow somatic exercises organized into seven practical sections. Each exercise includes clear step-by-step instructions and requires little or no equipment, making it easy to incorporate these practices into everyday life.
Whether you are beginning your somatic journey or looking to expand your existing practice, this book serves as a practical reference that readers can return to again and again.
Reconnect with the present through body awareness and orientation.
Support relaxation using practical breathing exercises.
Reduce physical tension with slow movement and self-massage.
Practice humming, swallowing, eye movements, and other calming techniques.
Develop grounding, resilience, and emotional awareness.
Finish with mindful movement and relaxation practices that support better sleep.
Hector Rivera, RN, BSN has more than thirty years of nursing experience. His books combine practical healthcare knowledge with accessible body-based exercises designed to help readers better understand their nervous systems and build sustainable daily wellness habits.