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The use of bodywork with men and women has proved effective and is popular as well (Turner, 2019; Van der Kolk, 2015). Although many forms of bodywork exist, it is defined here as any nonverbal activity in which adults actively participate. It makes use of props and gestalt-type experiences to help individuals become more aware of their bodies and emotions. Many individuals—in particular, men— are able to release repressed feelings such as fear, anger, hurt, or joy. Women benefit from bodywork too. Through this method, they come to a clearer understanding of their own boundaries and are thus able to be more caring of themselves. Self and nonself distinctions gained through bodywork facilitate better intra- and interpersonal relationships. Likewise, dance therapy can help women reconcile the gap between inner experiences and external self-image and thereby facilitate a fuller integration of self (S. Meyer, 1985).