by Brandy | Feb 12, 2017 | Healing, Regulation, Self-Regulation, Stress Relief
If the idea of changing your nervous system to reduce stress seems daunting, I have a simple metaphor for you and TWO very simple things you can do starting now that will make a difference. Watch this video: Our nervous system is like a snow globe that is constantly...
by Brandy | Dec 11, 2016 | Developmental Trauma, Family Nervous System, Healing, Self-Regulation, Trauma Recovery
I watched a real gem of a film this weekend that I think you will really enjoy. On its own, it’s a fun, light story with great acting by Robert DiNiro and Anne Hathaway. What I love is how it demonstrates the “family nervous system” concept I’ve been talking about....
by Brandy | Oct 11, 2016 | Addiction, Healing, Self-Regulation
Posted on July 2, 2015 Back in my early days of learning Somatic Experiencing, I was also just starting to help my own nervous system. During that time, I actually became more over-sensitive to sounds, light and crowds. Which is why it seems like an odd choice that I...
by Brandy | Aug 11, 2016 | Anxiety, Healing, Self-Regulation, Trauma Recovery
Posted on July 20, 2015 In my last post, I talked about how increased regulation in my nervous system was a key factor in some really big changes for me. I mentioned that it helped me stop relying on sugar, but it also was part of reducing fatigue, anxiety and...
by Brandy | Jun 11, 2016 | Healing, Self-Regulation
I saw this picture of the warm and wonderful Mr. Rogers and got inspired today. When you share your emotions with a trusted other, do they try to move you out of the emotion? Examples: cheer you up, talk about the problem, find a solution, or worse, ridicule you? It’s...
by Brandy | May 8, 2016 | Developmental Trauma, Healing, Self-Regulation, Trauma Recovery
It’s Mother’s Day in the U.S. and I don’t want to spoil it for you if it’s good. For many people it’s a mixed bag. I want to talk to those of you who know (or suspect) you didn’t get consistent, attuned, attentive care as a baby. Let’s not get too caught in the pain...
