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When the Body Doesn’t Brace to Perform
The shoulders drop without instruction.
The body notices the difference between readiness and necessity.
No task is incoming.
No response is required.
Performance tension drains slowly, leaving support behind.
You feel how much energy was held in anticipation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my body feel like it’s "bracing to perform" even when I'm alone?
This is Performance Bracing. Your nervous system has habituated to a state of "readiness" because it expects a Status & Control evaluation at any moment. In this model, we name this bracing to help you localize the tension. By acknowledging the brace, you signal to your body that the "performance" isn't currently required. This reduces the metabolic cost of readiness and allows your muscles and nervous system to return to a neutral, restorative baseline.
How do I help my body stop "getting ready"?
You provide a "done" signal to the readiness loop. Tell your system: "The performance is not now." Focus on the feeling of weight and gravity. By anchoring in the physical fact that you are currently "off-stage," you allow the Reward & Pursuit system to power down. This "softening" of the brace is essential for integration, as it creates the physical room for experiences to land and for your identity to update without the noise of "preparation."