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Reset Your Nervous System: Actionable Advice for Stress, Burnout, and Trauma | Linda Thai

10% Happier with Dan Harris

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Understanding the Nervous System and Stress

This chapter explores the intricate functioning of the nervous system, focusing on the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches, particularly the ventral vagal branch's role in emotional well-being and social engagement. It examines the impacts of stress and trauma on the body, highlighting how these experiences can affect mental and physical health through chronic activation. The discussion provides a nuanced view of stress, burnout, and trauma, emphasizing the importance of individual responses and coping mechanisms in navigating these challenges.

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