189. The Art of Calming Stress

Ever feel stressed out?!?    In this episode, Francie discusses ways to find regulation in the body when feeling stressed out, because we are actually living with chronic stress. Friend, your body is so good to you and even protects you in times of stress. Let's befriend our bodies and understand our nervous system. You'll get TEN practices to help you regulate your nervous system, including breathing exercises, sensory input, and posture.    Key takeaways include:   Befriending our bodies and understanding the nervous system is crucial for regulating stress. Practical practices like breathing exercises, sensory input, and posture can help regulate the nervous system. Being known by others and finding rest in God are powerful tools for navigating stress. Understanding the three levels of the nervous system (ventral vagal, activated, and dorsal shutdown) can aid in self-awareness and regulation.   Donate to the Heaven in Your Home Ministry: Your one time donation will allow us to continue to produce and distribute teaching and resources. Thank you for partnering with us! Donate here.   You're Invited: Keep learning with Francie! Join the Discipleship Circle group mentorship. This is a SWEET community of women, connected with the purpose of seeking God's heart for their reclaiming a redeemed view of sex and sexuality. Inside the circle, we will explore and discover the good news about God's heart for sex. Learn more here: Discipleship Circle Listen to Heaven in Your Home Family Music: Spotify Apple Music YouTube Connect with Francie: Receive Francie's weekly newsletter  Website Instagram