Taught By: Michael J. Shea, PhD.
This advanced training will focus on new research in the embryonic development of the heart and its implications for biodynamic practice. The relationship of the developing heart to the developing brain in relation to the face and the neck will be the specific focus of this class. The heart arises by the top portion of the gut tube between face and brain. Through the development of the face the heart grows down within the embryo. This links the heart, brain and face together as one unit of function. Specific skills for decompressing the fluid body will be taught in order to balance the fluid fields of the face, brain and neck.

An in depth introduction to the embryological development of the heart will be presented. Of special interest will be the four types of circulatory systems present in the embryo, fetus and infant. The therapeutic relationship in biodynamic practice will be worked with as if it is an interconnected circulatory system. Meditations and cardiovascular explorations will also be taught to bring conscious awareness to the movement of the heart and blood in the therapist’s body. Research says that this changes the brain and develops empathy and compassion for the client.

• Introduction to the embryological development of the heart
• Perform the skills of balancing the face, neck, heart and brain as an expression of their embryological development with Primary Respiration.
• Learn the relationship of embryonic heart development to infant heart-brain development.
• Deepen an understanding of biodynamic practice being a two person circulatory system.