7 Things I Learned from a Near Death Encounter
18 November 2024
Read the full story of my near-death encounter in a Balinese sacred river This is actually my second near-death encounter. When I was 6 years
Chloe Calderon Chotrani
Chloe Calderon Chotrani (she/her/they) is a queer Filipina, Sindhi, and Singaporean somatic therapist, and embodiment facilitator.
She responds to the climate catastrophe by advocating for ancestral ancient animistic practices through her labor of bridging ancestral wisdom to communities.
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Near-Death Encounter in Bali’s Sacred River
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On November 3rd, 2024, I was close to death. It was a Sunday morning in Ubud, Bali. I was awaiting this Sunday to make my
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Finding Your Role in the Climate Movement
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In the face of the climate crisis, many of us wonder how we can make a meaningful impact. The truth is, the climate movement thrives
Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety: What It Is and How to Manage It
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How Mental Health Affects Physical Health
23 September 2024
In the modern context of rapid over-information, the interplay between mental and physical health has become a focal point, and often undervalued. It’s increasingly recognised
Unpacking Unexplained Anxiety: Feeling Anxious for No Reason
2 September 2024
Anxiety is a common experience, but it can be particularly distressing when it seems to arise for no apparent reason. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed
Overcoming the Mental Toll of Chronic Pain Through Somatic Awareness
26 August 2024
Chronic pain is more than just a physical sensation; it is an experience deeply intertwined with the mind and emotions. When pain persists over time,
Dynamic Stillness in Somatic Therapy: Body’s Innate Wisdom
19 August 2024
When I learned about this state in practice and also in concept, which helped to make sense of the experience — it stuck with me
Midnight Squirrel Parties and Generational Gunk
14 August 2024
Living in my ancestral home in Manila brings up memories, rituals, and the quiet work of processing generational gunk. From morning sikwate to late-night squirrel
