You’re Not Broken, Your Nervous System Is Protecting You

About this episode

This episode explores the functioning of the nervous system during emotional responses and its connection to trauma and self-worth.

Hi guys! Last week we talked about dysregulation. This week, we’re going deeper! In this episode, I break down what’s actually happening inside your nervous system when you spiral, shut down, overreact, and/or go numb. I explain the science of the nervous system in a way that makes sense, and why your body reacts before your mind can catch up. We’ll talk about how trauma lives in the body, how self-worth and safety are connected. And most importantly, I walk you through how to start unwirin...

People in this episode

Host: Shyanne Roberts

Topics covered

• nervous system
• trauma
• self-worth
• mental health
• body reactions

Keywords

• nervous system
• dysregulation
• trauma
• self-worth
• mental health

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