Suffering + Your Nervous System

Julie discusses the benefits of paying attention to your nervous system and attending to it especially in times of suffering. There are so many different ways we can react to difficult situations. Julie says that when we properly attend to our nervous system, “Instead of doubting, suppressing, or fighting what we feel, we’re able to choose to attend to our uncomfortable nervous system response--maybe with a calming breath, a shift to a more supportive body position, or by simply placing a hand over our heart.” Read her entire blog on our website to find out more attending to your nervous system.

FROM THE GRAM

This is an older post discussing “glimmers" which are the opposite of triggers. These are the moments when you feel safe. Check us out on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok to learn more about Polyvagal Theory, the vagus nerve, glimmers, your nervous system and so much more.