5 Reasons Why Bodyworkers are Shifting to Nervous System Work

As physiotherapists, osteopaths, chiropractors, massage therapists and acupuncturists, our work has traditionally centred on the body.

A large part of this clinical work focuses on physical recovery—...

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The Vagus Nerve's Role in Improving Gut Health, Anxiety, and Chronic Stress

Your psychological health is reflected in the functioning of your body's organs. Your organ functioning is reflected in your psychological health. This two-way relationship depends on the health of yo...

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Breaking the Cycle of Overdrive and Shutdown

If your nervous system is dysregulated towards HYPERAROUSAL, the ways that you control your stress activation might be: striving, perfectionism, working more and trying harder.

This pattern of excess...

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Play Improves the Tone of Your Vagus Nerve

Play positively impacts on your nervous system by improving your inner resilience and self-regulation. It's a powerful way to exercise your vagal brake, which keeps you calm and balanced when you face...

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How Slowing Down Supports Nervous System Health and Lasting Recovery

Slowing down to live at the rhythm of your own nervous system takes intentional and consistent effort. When cultural norms push you to go faster and do more, prioritising and practising what feeds sel...

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How Parental Relationships Shape Your Nervous System and Stress Recovery

How your parents regulated your nervous system when you were a child, can shape how you cope with and recover from stress today.

The bond you had with your parents as a child shapes the growth and de...

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