10% Happier with Dan Harris Become an Active Operator of Your Nervous System | Deb Dana
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Nov 15, 2023 
Deb Dana, a licensed clinical social worker and expert in complex trauma, shares insights on polyvagal theory and its impact on our nervous systems. She discusses practical tools for regulating stress and highlights the importance of social connections in emotional well-being. Listeners learn how micro moments can transform interactions, the significance of recognizing 'glimmers' of joy, and how understanding our own nervous systems can enhance relationships. Additionally, Deb emphasizes the collaborative nature of personal and collective nervous system health.
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Polyvagal Theory: An Overview
- Polyvagal theory explains how our nervous system dictates our moods and behaviors.
- By understanding it, we can become active operators of our nervous system.
Body-Brain Connection
- Our brains receive most of their information from our bodies, not the other way around.
- Understanding this can help us shape our responses and engage with the world more intentionally.
Nervous System as Social Structure
- Our nervous systems are not self-contained; they constantly communicate with others.
- This interconnectedness means we're always sending and receiving cues, even unconsciously.
