Introduction
The psoas is a deep muscle that links the spine to the legs and stabilises the hips. Often called the “muscle of the soul,” it holds unresolved emotions, childhood memories and ancestral imprints. When it is chronically tight, we may feel anxious, disconnected and rigid; when it is released, we regain fluidity, vitality and intuitive guidance.
Why the Psoas Matters
- Energetic bridge: Situated near the sacral chakra, the psoas transmits prana (life force) between the upper and lower body.
- Somatic archive: Trauma, fear and survival patterns get stored here, especially in response to fight‑or‑flight activation. An imbalanced psoas can manifest as back pain, hip issues, digestive problems or a feeling of being “stuck.”
- Ancestral memory: Your psoas may carry generational stories and unprocessed experiences from your family line. Releasing tension can free these imprints and awaken hidden wisdom.
Signs of a Tight Psoas
- Chronic lower back or hip pain, shallow breathing and difficulty standing tall.
- Persistent anxiety, startle reflex or difficulty relaxing.
- Feeling detached from the legs and ground, as if floating above your body.
Ways to Release and Heal
- Yoga and somatic movement: Gentle hip openers (lunges, pigeon pose), psoas release poses (constructive rest, supported bridge) and spiral movements free stuck energy.
- Breathwork: Diaphragmatic breathing softens the psoas; long exhales down the front body encourage relaxation.
- Somatic and trauma therapy: TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises), bodywork and craniosacral therapy help discharge stored stress and ancestral trauma.
- Ancestral rituals: Offer prayers to your lineage, create altars for your ancestors and ask for guidance in releasing inherited patterns.
- Restorative practices: Spend time in constructive rest, lying on your back with knees bent, letting gravity melt tension.
Embodying Your Wisdom
As the psoas opens, intuition blossoms. You may feel more rooted, creative and able to sense subtle energies. Honour this muscle with patience, because true release happens slowly and with compassion. When you free the psoas, you not only relieve physical pain but also reconnect with the wisdom of your ancestors.
Conclusion
Your psoas is a gateway between past and future. Tend to it with mindful movement, breath and ancestral reverence. By unravelling the tension there, you unravel stories that have been waiting to be heard. In the space created, you will find freedom, vitality and a deeper sense of belonging.
