I’ve discussed various aspects of Polyvagal theory here
One of its core principles is the observation that your subconscious needs to feel safe, at a primeval level. Much “top down” or “talking therapy” fails because your primeval brain doesn’t listen to logic, it communicates in emotion. It needs to physically feel safe.
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I frequently enhance my obesity support services by encouraging people to participate in 12 step programmes. Most people have heard of AA: in fact, numerous groups dealing with problems are modelled on the 12 step approach.
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This is a post that contains some simple ideas to explain why so many people are probably suffering from some sort of trauma.
Read MorePhysical training is a fantastic mechanism for delivering mind training and mindfulness, although I don’t often brag about it.
In this blog we look at Dweck’s Growth Mindset concept and the way in which it relates to Seigal’s “Window of Tolerance” idea.
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Whatever you call it, you should do some generic flexibility/balance work about twice a week.
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