Regulate Your Nervous System: 47 Practical Tips
Episode Overview
Identify and set boundaries to relieve stress. Explore co-regulation techniques with trusted loved ones. Implement practical polyvagal theory for nervous system balance. Focus on deep sleep and breathing exercises for recovery. Build self-trust by fulfilling personal needs.
Adrenaline sure has a way of cutting through all of that discombobulation and making everything about your emotional abuse pretty crispy clear.
Imagine being in the midst of a natural disaster, with fires raging around you, and discovering that your relationships are causing more stress than the actual flames. This episode of 'CPTSD Recovery: We Are Traumatized Motherfuckers' dives into practical ways to regulate your nervous system amidst chaos. The host shares personal anecdotes from surviving a wildfire, exploring how adrenaline can cut through emotional clutter and reveal truths about our relationships.
You might find that the people you rely on during tough times are sometimes the ones causing more harm than good. This episode offers 47 practical tips to rebalance your nervous system, going beyond the usual yoga and breathing exercises. From deep sleep to co-regulation with loved ones, each suggestion aims to make nervous system regulation accessible even when resources are scarce. The host candidly discusses how setting boundaries can relieve stress and create space for healing.
With a sprinkle of humour, the episode encourages you to take control of your nervous system and life, by identifying personal needs and implementing small changes. If you're seeking ways to manage stress and trauma without the clinical jargon, this episode provides a refreshing perspective. Why not give it a listen and see which tips resonate with you? You might just find the balance you've been searching for.