Entry — Presence without feeling

A gentle beginning: normalize neutrality, reduce self-judgment, and anchor the body in simple presence—without demanding emotion.


Recognition — Quiet detachment

Naming distance without panic: observe muted reactions, split presence, and “watching from a step back” as understandable protection.


Depth — Freeze acknowledgment

A deeper honoring: when stillness was survival. These windows name freeze gently, restore dignity, and reduce shame around duration.


Settling — Soft re-entry

No “arrival” required. These windows support gentle reorientation, micro-shifts, and permission to return at your own pace.

Arts | Numbness & Shutdown | DojoWell