Polyvagal Theory - what in the world is it and why should I care?

So, what is Polyvagal Theory? This theory was developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, and it helps us understand how our nervous system shapes the way we experience the world—especially in terms of safety, connection, and stress. 

Now do you see why you might care?

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Blog Post: 

• Polyvagal Theory
• Sympathetic Nervous System
• Fight or Flight: Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS)
• Rest & Digest: Parasympathetic Nervous System (PNS)

Podcast:

• The Link Between Technology and Nervous System Dysregulation
• Find Your Way Back to the Window of Tolerance
• Micro Changes Macro Results
• I Can't Stop Talking about the Nervous System
• 5 Ives episode
• Window of Tolerance
• Manage Your Stress or it will Manage You

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