Little Somas (named after the cell body of a neuron, the Latin translation of soma is body) are a ritual documentation of artist Rebecca Montgomery’s daily stretching practice for chronic pain. Whichever position felt best in her body, she would take a small amount of clay and create a tiny version of it that same day. This practice has helped redirect and retrain thoughts from pain catastrophizing to a healthy knowledge of her body. They are her consistent and hopeful reminders of embodied releases of pain.

Rebecca continues to create Little Somas to accompany people on their wellness journeys. To have a Little Soma of your own, check the for sale page or connect with Rebecca here for a special, commissioned piece.