Become an Active Operator of Your Nervous System | Deb Dana
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Navigating the Nervous System: Connection and Co-Regulation
This chapter explores the metaphor of the elephant and the rider to illustrate the dynamics between conscious control and subconscious influences of the nervous system. It emphasizes the importance of understanding our physiological states—ventral, sympathetic, and dorsal—in interpersonal interactions and the impact of co-regulation on relationships. Additionally, it discusses the concept of neuroception and how awareness of our own and others' nervous systems can foster healthier connections and emotional well-being.
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