The Fluid Nature of Being: A Collection of Writings on Integrative Bodywork & Movement Therapy

Edited by Linda Hartley, this book is a comprehensive collection of writings by practitioners of Integrative Bodywork & Movement Therapy (IBMT), a pioneering approach to somatic movement education and therapy. At the heart of IBMT lies the cultivation of consciously embodied movement, which enables individuals to develop a deeper connection with their bodies and minds.

Embodiment Practices for a Deeper Sense of Self

Through embodiment practices, individuals can cultivate a vital, living sense of self – their soma – which serves as a foundation for building healthy relationships with others, nature, and life as a whole. This book showcases the work of 21 IBMT practitioners, each with a unique background and diverse expertise, including somatic psychology, authentic movement, and body-mind centering training.

A Rich Tapestry of Themes and Styles

This volume features a rich diversity of themes and styles, with contributors drawing from their broader learning, passion, and professional practice to offer a fascinating collection of expressions. From the next generation of somatic movement practitioners, writers, and leaders, these voices bring a fresh perspective to the world of IBMT and somatic movement therapy.

Exploring the Many Facets of IBMT

The book covers a wide range of topics, including the application of IBMT in therapy, education, early years learning, dance, and theatre, as well as its integration with psychotherapy, psychoanalytic thinking, and somatic trauma therapy. The connection between individual healing and the healing of the Earth and Nature during this time of planetary crisis is also explored.

While IBMT shares some commonalities with other somatic practices, its unique integration of in-depth studies in somatic psychology and the discipline of authentic movement into a foundation of body-mind centering training sets it apart. At its core, IBMT is a quest to deepen connection with oneself, and from there, with others and the world around us.

Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication Date: June 21, 2022
Language: English
ISBN: 9781913426491, 9781913426507