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20:47•22 Jul 2023
Calming the Chaos: The CNS and Chronic Stress in Recovery
Episode Overview
- Chronic stress can significantly impact the central nervous system, leading to alterations in mood, cognition, and behaviour.
- Neuroplasticity offers the potential for the CNS to adapt to stress in healthier ways, promoting resilience and recovery.
- Mindfulness practices play a pivotal role in managing stress and restoring balance in the body's stress response system.
- The episode integrates personal experiences and scientific insights to encourage embracing mindfulness and cultivating resilience.
- Listeners gain valuable insights into the interconnectedness of stress, the nervous system, and vulnerability to addiction and relapse.
“The state of original Buddhahood, the five aspects each of enlightened form, enlightened speech, enlightened mind, enlightened qualities, and enlightened activity, is spontaneously present within the beginningless and endless expanse. Do not seek it elsewhere, for by nature it is timelessly ensured. Moreover, enlightenment, dharmakaya as experienced by all Buddhas, is none other than the ultimate meaning of unchanging equalness.”
Ever feel like your stress levels are off the charts? In this episode of 'The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast', Darren Littlejohn takes us on a deep dive into the central nervous system (CNS) and its intricate dance with chronic stress. Drawing from his own journey and Buddhist teachings, Darren breaks down how ongoing stress can mess with your mood, thoughts, and even your behavior.
It's not just about feeling frazzled; it's about understanding how stress can make you more vulnerable to addiction and relapse. But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom. Darren also talks about the brain's amazing ability to change—neuroplasticity—and how mindfulness can be a game-changer in managing stress. Through engaging stories and solid science, he shows how mindfulness can help you build resilience and find balance in recovery.
If you're looking to calm the chaos in your mind and body, this episode is a must-listen.
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