Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

The Polyvagal Theory and Trauma with Dr. Stephen Porges

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Nov 6, 2023
Dr. Stephen Porges, the creator of the polyvagal theory, simplifies the theory, discusses the three key states of our body, and explores using polyvagal practices to heal old wounds. They also discuss the importance of safety, regulation, and co-regulation for healing, distinguishing feeling safe vs. being safe, and how healing practices change our perception of the world.
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Bodily State and Worldview

  • Our bodily state influences how we respond to and experience the world.
  • When we feel safe, the world seems benevolent; when threatened, it feels dangerous.
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Physiology and Safety Signals

  • Physiological states influence our behavior and interpretation of external stimuli.
  • Signals of safety, crucial for social mammals, can down-regulate threat responses.
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Co-regulation and the Autonomic Nervous System

  • The autonomic nervous system regulates bodily states and responses to perceived threats.
  • Co-regulation with another person, or mammal, is crucial for managing threat responses.
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