Arielle Schwartz, PhD, a leading voice in trauma recovery and author of The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma, dives into the transformative power of polyvagal theory. She highlights methods to regulate the nervous system and foster emotional resilience without reliving trauma. Discussions cover the importance of connection and support, and techniques like breathwork and cold exposure to stimulate the vagus nerve. Arielle emphasizes nurturing relationships and offers practical self-care tips, showcasing the healing potential of understanding our nervous systems.
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Polyvagal Theory Explained
Polyvagal theory explains our vagus nerve's role in regulating body and brain to maintain safety.
It highlights the parasympathetic paradox of rest versus shutdown, showing two vagal pathways evolved for regulation and survival.
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Start Trauma Recovery with Safety
Build a foundation of safety in the body before addressing traumatic memories.
Use gentle body-based practices to regulate the nervous system without reliving trauma.
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Cold Exposure as Unconscious Calm
I used cold exposure unknowingly during cancer treatment to calm my nervous system.
This body-based approach helped ease anxiety beyond just mental efforts.
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Body-Based Activities to Regulate, Rebalance, and Rewire Your Nervous System Without Reliving the Trauma
Arielle Schwartz
Arielle Schwartz's "The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma" offers a practical, body-based approach to trauma recovery. It emphasizes regulating the nervous system through activities like rhythmic movement, conscious breathing, and mindful movement, rather than directly confronting traumatic memories. The book provides evidence-based exercises and journaling prompts to help readers build resilience and feel safer. It's designed to be accessible and practical, fitting into daily routines. The workbook empowers individuals to take charge of their mental health and foster a sense of calm and connection.
The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook
Arielle Schwartz
Complex PTSD Workbook
Jim Knipe PhD
Arielle Schwartz
Arielle Schwartz, PhD, author of The Polyvagal Theory Workbook for Trauma, joins us to discuss body-based activities to regulate, rebalance, and rewire your nervous system without reliving the trauma. Arielle is a licensed clinical psychologist, certified complex trauma professional, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) consultant, and Kripalu yoga teacher. She is an internationally sought-out speaker, leading voice in the field of trauma recovery, and award-winning author. As a faculty member at the Polyvagal Institute, she is a course instructor on mind-body approaches that apply polyvagal theory for trauma recovery. She earned her doctorate in clinical psychology at Fielding Graduate University, and holds a master’s degree in somatic psychology through Naropa University. She is author of seven books, including The Complex PTSD Workbook, EMDR Therapy and Somatic Psychology, and The Post-Traumatic Growth Guidebook.
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