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Navigating Stress Responses and Nervous System Regulation
This chapter explores the impact of stress on the nervous system, discussing the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses and their effects on behavior and emotions. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing and regulating these responses through somatic cues and various techniques like body tapping and temperature changes to promote a sense of calm and safety. The conversation extends to parenting and how adults can model healthy nervous system regulation to support children in developing essential coping skills for emotional wellbeing.