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Ep. 87 – Deepening Body Awareness & the Art of Letting Go with David Lobenstine
Manage episode 473095680 series 2842382
In this episode of Resilience Radio, host Irvin Eisenberg continues his conversation with David Lobenstine, an experienced massage therapist and educator. They explore how deeper body awareness can transform well-being, the importance of relaxation in healing, and how letting go of tension is a skill that requires practice. David shares insights on the intersection of movement, breath, and mindfulness, explaining how they influence both massage therapy and everyday life.
Key Takeaways:- Relaxation is an active process—learning to let go takes time and awareness.
- Breath and movement are deeply connected to tension and release.
- Massage therapy is not just about fixing pain—it’s about fostering awareness.
- Most people hold unconscious tension that affects posture and movement.
- Body awareness helps break the cycle of chronic stress and discomfort.
- Letting go of tension doesn’t mean collapsing—it means finding balance.
- Self-awareness leads to better movement patterns and long-term resilience.
🎙️ "You can’t force relaxation—it’s something you allow." 🎙️ "Most of us are holding tension we don’t even realize is there." 🎙️ "Breath, movement, and awareness are key to letting go."
Chapters & Time Stamps:⏳ 00:00 – Introduction to David Lobenstine (Part 2) ⏳ 02:15 – Why relaxation is a learned skill ⏳ 05:40 – The connection between breath, movement, and tension ⏳ 09:10 – How massage therapy fosters deep body awareness ⏳ 14:25 – Why unconscious tension affects posture and mobility ⏳ 18:45 – Practical ways to release chronic tension ⏳ 23:00 – Balancing effort and relaxation in movement
📺 Watch the Video Version on YouTube:🔗 https://youtu.be/IK4m3M2Eu4E
🎵 Music Credits:- Aaron – Piano
- Joanne Garton – Fiddle
- Andrew Van Norstrand – Guitar & Producer
- Hollis Easter – Flute
- Sound Engineer: Dana Billings
🎶 Find their music on Bandcamp! Here
94 episodes
Manage episode 473095680 series 2842382
In this episode of Resilience Radio, host Irvin Eisenberg continues his conversation with David Lobenstine, an experienced massage therapist and educator. They explore how deeper body awareness can transform well-being, the importance of relaxation in healing, and how letting go of tension is a skill that requires practice. David shares insights on the intersection of movement, breath, and mindfulness, explaining how they influence both massage therapy and everyday life.
Key Takeaways:- Relaxation is an active process—learning to let go takes time and awareness.
- Breath and movement are deeply connected to tension and release.
- Massage therapy is not just about fixing pain—it’s about fostering awareness.
- Most people hold unconscious tension that affects posture and movement.
- Body awareness helps break the cycle of chronic stress and discomfort.
- Letting go of tension doesn’t mean collapsing—it means finding balance.
- Self-awareness leads to better movement patterns and long-term resilience.
🎙️ "You can’t force relaxation—it’s something you allow." 🎙️ "Most of us are holding tension we don’t even realize is there." 🎙️ "Breath, movement, and awareness are key to letting go."
Chapters & Time Stamps:⏳ 00:00 – Introduction to David Lobenstine (Part 2) ⏳ 02:15 – Why relaxation is a learned skill ⏳ 05:40 – The connection between breath, movement, and tension ⏳ 09:10 – How massage therapy fosters deep body awareness ⏳ 14:25 – Why unconscious tension affects posture and mobility ⏳ 18:45 – Practical ways to release chronic tension ⏳ 23:00 – Balancing effort and relaxation in movement
📺 Watch the Video Version on YouTube:🔗 https://youtu.be/IK4m3M2Eu4E
🎵 Music Credits:- Aaron – Piano
- Joanne Garton – Fiddle
- Andrew Van Norstrand – Guitar & Producer
- Hollis Easter – Flute
- Sound Engineer: Dana Billings
🎶 Find their music on Bandcamp! Here
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