The Power of Neuroplasticity and its Connection to Stress Response

Episode Highlights With Dr. David Rabin

• What translational neuroscience is and how these topics apply to all of us
• Applicable understanding of nervous system health and regulation
• What the autonomic nervous system is and the two parts 
• The vagus nerve and how to stimulate it 
• How overstimulation affects the nervous system and how light, sound, news, etc., can keep us in fight or flight
• Strategies for calming the nervous system and creating a calmer home 
• His six suggestions for calming the nervous system: intentional breathing, intentional movement, soothing touch, soothing music, intentional nutrition, and sleep/rest 
• Why our normal breathing rate is actually in the range of stress breathing
• The three most foundational skills we can teach our kids or learn as humans: mind and body are connected, we are in control of our attention, and self-soothing 
• What neuroplasticity is and how to improve yours
• Safety unlocks recovery, which unlocks learning and creativity 

Resources We Mention

• Apolloneuro wearable - Use code wellnessmama15 for a discount
• Rewire Your Brain Course