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How to actually release the fascia in your face and body—regulate your nervous system and feel safe in your body again. Research is increasingly showing that for fascia to remodel in a healthy way, you need a healthier, more adaptable nervous system. Not just massage or myofascial release techniques. The mind-body piece is key. When you're stuck in chronic stress, your tissue reflects that. Fibrotic tissue shows increased myofibroblast activity. These are the cells that contract and tighten fascia. Your nervous system is literally telling your tissue to brace. Massage and release work create real change in tissue, don't get me wrong. Hydrating the tissues is central to this and actually part of helping the body feel safe again. But if your nervous system is still in protection mode, the tension comes back via this cellular signaling. That's why my approach combines both the physical release AND the nervous system reset. My app True Face makes this easy to integrate into your daily life. 10 minutes or less, real results, specific routines for different areas of the face and body. 7-day trial on my page. My course Release & Restore is for anyone carrying years of stress, trauma, or held emotion and wants to go deep into the somatic work. It’s a blend of nervous system regulation techniques that we do at the same time as our facial massage routine. You can truly feel a difference after each routine. Sign up is on my page. Video inspo and info: @Elaina Baliner