🧠Our nervous system longs for connection and communication.
🌡️When our ventral vagal system is in control, our body is in healthy homeostasis.
🔥Irritants can push our nervous system out of balance.
⚖️Movement can be used to regulate the nervous system.
🤝A therapist can provide the support and guidance needed to regulate the nervous system.
Why does the nervous system long for connection?
—Connection is vital for our well-being and sense of safety. Our nervous system is wired for social connection and relies on it for regulation.
What happens when the ventral vagal system is in control?
—When the ventral vagal system is in control, our body is in a state of healthy homeostasis. We feel calm, connected, and capable of managing life's challenges.
How can irritants affect our nervous system?
—Irritants can push our nervous system out of balance, causing us to shift into fight or flight or freeze responses, which can be exhausting and detrimental to our well-being.
How can movement be used to regulate the nervous system?
—Movement can help release tension and activate the ventral vagal system, allowing our nervous system to find its way back to a state of regulation and balance.
How can a therapist support the regulation of the nervous system?
—A therapist can provide the necessary support and guidance to help regulate the nervous system. Through connection, communication, and techniques tailored to the individual, a therapist can assist in navigating the challenges of the nervous system.
00:08Our nervous system longs for connection and communication.
01:35When the ventral vagal system is in control, our body is in a state of healthy homeostasis.
04:49Irritants can push our nervous system out of balance.
07:01Movement can be used to regulate the nervous system.
09:43A therapist can provide the support and guidance needed to regulate the nervous system.
