Braving the Elements Podcast with Tracy James

S3E7: Deb Dana on Befriending Your Nervous System with Polyvagal Theory

Apr 28, 2023

Deb Dana, clinician and author, discusses Polyvagal Theory for navigating the nervous system. Topics include understanding biological states, co-regulation in relationships, repairing ruptures, and strategies for self-regulation through conscious decision-making.

48:26

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Deb Dana

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Quick takeaways

Polyvagal theory explains the autonomic nervous system with neuroception, hierarchy, and co-regulation guiding safety and engagement.

Repairing relationship ruptures involves identifying states, making repairs from regulated space, and transforming dysregulated responses for healthier connections.

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Understanding Polyvagal Theory

Polyvagal theory explains the autonomic nervous system with three organizing principles: neuroception, hierarchy, and co-regulation. Neuroception involves three pathways: inside, outside, and between nervous systems. These pathways determine safety or danger for engagement. Hierarchy describes movement through safety, fight or flight, and collapse states. Ventral is the ideal state of safety, connection, and organization. Regulating between these states influences overall well-being and connection.

Introduction

3min

Exploring the Dynamics of Polyvagal Theory

17min

Navigating Biological States for Effective Support

2min

Exploring Co-Regulation and the Nervous System

16min

Repairing Ruptures in Relationships

4min

Navigating Dysregulation and Conscious Decision-Making within the Nervous System

2min

Navigating Relationships and Self-Regulation through Polyvagal Theory

4min

As humans, our needs for connectedness and safety run deep. Painful experiences and trauma shape our nervous systems in ways that make it difficult to truly meet those needs. My guest on the podcast helps us navigate the complex terrain of the nervous system. Deb Dana is a clinician, consultant and author of books and programs including the book Anchored: How to Befriend Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory. She is well known for translating Polyvagal Theory into a language and application that is both understandable and accessible. Join us as we explore ways to engage the nervous system for greater wellbeing, safety and connectedness.

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