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Trauma
Trauma through the Polyvagal Lens.


Increase Safety Feelings through Passive Safety Cues: Polyvagal Theory for Everyday Life #2
You've learned the basics of Polyvagal Theory – how your nervous system shifts between states of safety, fight/flight, and shutdown. But the big question often remains: Now what? How do you actively cultivate more safety in your daily life?

Growth Mindset is Not the Solution and Fixed Mindset is Not the Problem
I agree that mindset is important. But I think it's misunderstood and prioritized way too high. It's A problem, but it's not THE problem.

Connect to Survive: Appeasement Replaces Stockholm Syndrome via Polyvagal Theory
Learn how appeasement fits into the Polyvagal Theory mixed states.


Navigating 3 Stages of Trauma Healing: a Polyvagal Perspective
Discover the 3 stages of trauma healing with the Polyvagal Theory to help you on your journey.

Understanding Dorsal Vagal Shutdown: from Collapse to Trauma
Explore the impact of dorsal vagal shutdown on mental health, recognize symptoms, and discover effective strategies for recovery.


Trauma Recovery: trusting in your power to self-regulate
Discover the secrets of trauma recovery and unleash your body's natural healing power. Learn what you can do starting today.

Unveiling the Impact of Trauma: 23 Unexpected Ways It Shapes Your Life
Uncover the surprising, often unseen, ways trauma impacts your life. And get the next steps on trauma recovery.

What Validation Is and How it Helps in Trauma Recovery
Validation is the first cognitive self-regulation opener. Doing this aligns your thoughts with your state.

5 Practical Tips for Managing Anxiety in Your Daily Life
Learn practical tips for managing anxiety in your daily life with these 5 effective strategies. Discover ways to reduce stress, calm your...

The Slow and Steady Path to Healing: How to Come Out of Shutdown and Reconnect After Trauma
If you're living in trauma, you may be familiar with shutdown. This is a Polyvagal state where you feel immobilized and disconnected...
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