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If you feel chronically "stuck" in anxiety (fight/flight) or numbness (freeze), your vagus nerve might be out of balance. Here are three somatic tools from Dr. Peter Levine’s work to help you start reconnecting: In an Unspoken Voice: How the Body Releases Tra...
According to Dr. Peter Levine in In an Unspoken Voice , trauma is not a mental disorder; it’s a biological injury. When we can't fight or flee during a threat, our system "freezes," trapping high-intensity survival energy inside our nervous system.
Below are three post options tailored for different audiences, highlighting core concepts like , Polyvagal Theory , and self-regulation . Option 1: The "New Perspective" Post Best for: General awareness and debunking myths about PTSD. 👂✨ Best for: Providing immediate value with actionable
Take a deep breath and, on the exhale, make a low-pitched, vibrating "Voooo" sound from your gut. This stimulates the vagus nerve and promotes relaxation.
Slowly scan your environment. Find three objects that feel neutral or pleasant. This tells your nervous system, "I am safe in this moment". Peter Levine’s work to help you start reconnecting:
Your mind may forget, but your muscles and nerves stay "braced" for a threat that already passed.