How Does It Work? The Bowen technique works by restoring balance via the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS controls over 80% of bodily functions and is very susceptible to external stressors. Many people today live in a constant state of high stress and sympathetic ANS over-stimulation (fight, flight or freeze mode). Healing can occur only after the ANS shifts from sympathetic to parasympathetic dominance (rest, relax and repair mode). During sessions, clients often quickly drop into deep relaxation or fall asleep. The sessions seem to reactivate the recovery process by stimulating healing when trauma; sickness or surgery has stalled or reached a plateau.  |
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