Somato Respiratory Integration
THE 12 STAGES OF HEALING: SRI BREATHING EXERCISE
Breathing exercises that help you calm anxiety, recenter your nervous system, and unlock your truest potential.
Harness the Strength of Your Breath
What is Somato Respiratory Integration?
Breathing exercises help calm down anxiety, keep us grounded, and recenter our souls. There is strength in breath! Somato Respiratory Integration (SRI) is a powerful set of breathing exercises that involves the breath and body. Soma means body, and respiration means breath. These SRI exercises allow you to connect with the natural rhythms of your body through energy, touch, and movement.
SRI is a holistic tool that's irreplaceable when you need it most. Have you ever been in so much emotional pain and someone tells you to just get over it? That's the last thing you want to hear. Somato Respiratory Integration allows us to be okay with wherever we're at, without judgment. Only when we're able to work THROUGH that state are we able to move forward.
SRI exercises are based on the 12 Stages of Healing, created by Dr. Donald Epstein. He discovered that people go through these 12 stages throughout their journeys of healing and transformation. Each stage correlates with a specific SRI exercise, starting with Stage 1 (suffering) all the way to Stage 12 (community).
SRI is a holistic tool that's irreplaceable when you need it most. Have you ever been in so much emotional pain and someone tells you to just get over it? That's the last thing you want to hear. Somato Respiratory Integration allows us to be okay with wherever we're at, without judgment. Only when we're able to work THROUGH that state are we able to move forward.
SRI exercises are based on the 12 Stages of Healing, created by Dr. Donald Epstein. He discovered that people go through these 12 stages throughout their journeys of healing and transformation. Each stage correlates with a specific SRI exercise, starting with Stage 1 (suffering) all the way to Stage 12 (community).
A Complete Healing Partnership
How SRI Relates to Network Spinal
While Network Spinal is the chiropractic technique that helps your nervous system unwind stored tension, SRI is the breathing and movement practice that empowers you to actively participate in your healing.
SRI goes hand in hand with Network Spinal. The SRI stages are often practiced alongside a Network Spinal entrainment. For example, your Network practitioner may support you and guide you through a specific SRI stage after you've had an entrainment. SRI stages can be very supportive and help integrate what happens during your entrainment.
Both practices work together with the Seasons of Wellbeing—a framework that guides your healing journey through four distinct phases: Discover, Transform, Awaken, and Integrate. If you're in the Season of Discover, your Network practitioner will work with that season while entraining you, and may guide you through Stages 1, 2, or 3 of SRI, since those stages live in the Season of Discover. Together, Network Spinal and SRI create a complete healing experience—one where your practitioner supports you through entrainments, and you actively participate through breathwork and body awareness.
SRI goes hand in hand with Network Spinal. The SRI stages are often practiced alongside a Network Spinal entrainment. For example, your Network practitioner may support you and guide you through a specific SRI stage after you've had an entrainment. SRI stages can be very supportive and help integrate what happens during your entrainment.
Both practices work together with the Seasons of Wellbeing—a framework that guides your healing journey through four distinct phases: Discover, Transform, Awaken, and Integrate. If you're in the Season of Discover, your Network practitioner will work with that season while entraining you, and may guide you through Stages 1, 2, or 3 of SRI, since those stages live in the Season of Discover. Together, Network Spinal and SRI create a complete healing experience—one where your practitioner supports you through entrainments, and you actively participate through breathwork and body awareness.
The Healing Journey
The 12 Stages of Healing & Seasons of Wellbeing
The 12 Stages of Healing represent the natural progression of transformation that people experience on their healing journey. Each stage has its own unique characteristics, challenges, and breakthroughs — and each has an associated SRI breathing exercise to help you move through it. Understanding where you are in the stages helps you navigate your healing with more awareness and compassion for yourself.
The 12 stages are organized into four Seasons of Wellbeing — Discover, Transform, Awaken, and Integrate — each representing a distinct phase of your healing journey. Just like nature moves through seasons, your nervous system follows a natural rhythm of growth and transformation. Download the complete guide below to explore all 12 stages in detail, or download the Seasons of Wellbeing guide to understand which season you're currently in.
The 12 stages are organized into four Seasons of Wellbeing — Discover, Transform, Awaken, and Integrate — each representing a distinct phase of your healing journey. Just like nature moves through seasons, your nervous system follows a natural rhythm of growth and transformation. Download the complete guide below to explore all 12 stages in detail, or download the Seasons of Wellbeing guide to understand which season you're currently in.
Your Healing is a Journey, Not a Destination
Healing is not linear, and there is no “right way” to move through the stages. What matters most is that you show up for yourself — working THROUGH your experiences rather than around them, and trusting that your body knows how to heal. Each breath is an opportunity to reconnect, release, and step into the person you’re meant to become. We’re here to support you every step of the way.
Common Questions About SRI
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Network Spinal a legitimate chiropractic technique?
While both practices involve breath and awareness, they serve different purposes. Meditation is typically about quieting the mind and achieving a state of calm. SRI is about actively engaging with your breath and body to process emotions, release stored tension, and move through the stages of healing. SRI is more dynamic and action-oriented, while meditation is more receptive and passive.
Can I practice SRI on my own, or do I need a practitioner?
You can practice SRI on your own using guided videos and resources. However, working with a trained Network Spinal practitioner can help you identify which stage you're in and which SRI exercise is most beneficial for you at that moment. Many people find that combining self-practice with practitioner guidance creates the most powerful results.
How often should I practice SRI?
This depends on your individual needs and where you are in your healing journey. Some people practice daily, while others practice a few times a week. During your initial consultation, we can discuss a practice schedule that works best for you.
Can SRI help with anxiety?
Yes. SRI breathing exercises are specifically designed to help calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety. By working with your breath and body, you can shift out of a state of fight-or-flight and into a state of calm and safety. Many of our clients report significant reductions in anxiety after practicing SRI regularly.
Is SRI safe for everyone?
SRI is generally safe for most people. However, if you have a history of trauma or certain mental health conditions, it's important to work with a trained practitioner who can guide you safely through the process. Always consult with your healthcare provider before starting any new practice.
How long does it take to see results from SRI?
Some people notice changes right away—feeling more calm, grounded, or aware after a single practice session. Others notice changes over time as they practice consistently. Like any healing practice, consistency and patience are key.
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