“Sometimes I feel like I'm here, but not really here.” Many people experience dissociation at some point in their lives, but they may not always have a name for it. If you dissociate, you might feel disconnected from yourself or the world around you. Perhaps...
For those who have experienced trauma, the mind and body can hold memories in ways that aren’t always easy to understand. One of the most disorienting and distressing experiences trauma survivors may face is the flashback. This term is often used in conversation and...
Script for When You Have Been Triggered: Print this and keep with you, read the part in italics OUT LOUD: Talk to Your Body If you have become triggered, i.e., something has reminded you of a past traumatic event, or even if you have become anxious without a known...
Talk to Your Body If you have become triggered, i.e. something has reminded you of a past traumatic event, or even if you have become anxious without a known reason, and your heart rate and breathing is rapid it is likely that your body is flooding with adrenalin, or...
What is dissociation? Many people may experience dissociation (dissociate) during their life. If you dissociate, you may feel disconnected from yourself and the world around you. For example, you may feel detached from your body or feel as though the world around you...
Understanding the intricate workings of our nervous system can be a powerful tool in managing anxiety and trauma. This eBook aims to explore the Autonomic Nervous System through the lens of Polyvagal Theory and provide practical exercises and techniques to help ground your energy, manage repetitive thoughts, and strengthen your vagus nerve for better mental health.
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