3 simple practices to caretake your nervous system in times of upheaval

We all go through periods of upheaval in our lives at some point, often individually or on a smaller community level. Right now, many of us are feeling the immensity of upheaval on a collective level. Even if you're feeling some ground, there's a real uncertainty about what happens next. When we're faced with this combination of both acute and chronic stress, it can take a toll on many systems of the body - including our hormones. So, what can we do? What strategies are available that are simple and effective - both in the moment of acute stress and long term over the course of time to enhance stress resilience?There are countless ways to caretake our nervous systems. In today's episode, I share about three categories - breathwork, food choices and herbs - to support the tending of your nerves.And well, I offer a fourth bonus category at the end, too.The truth is that a multi-layered approach is going to be far more effective at cultivating resilience and more ease. But it doesn't have to be hard. These practices are all accessible, and you can choose what you feel most drawn to. Start there. Let it be easy.Listen to learn:the difference between acute and chronic stressthe most important thing to consider when stressors get overwhelminga couple of breathwork practices to calm the stress responsesome foods that can help ground and relax youwhen to consider adaptogens vs nervinessome examples of relaxing and sedative nervinesa simple self-oiling practice to enhance relaxationResources:Sign up for the upcoming Herbal Uterine Tonics class! March 12thToday's shownotes: See hand positions for alternate nostril breathing etcEpisode 19: How stress messes with your hormonesEpisode 32: Motherwort herbal spotlightEpisode 44: Bitters + hormonal balanceEpisode 50: Adaptogens + hormonal healthEpisode 97: Nourish your nervous system with AyurvedaIf you loved this episode, share it with a friend, or take a screenshot and share on social media and tag me @herbalwombwisdomAnd if you love this podcast, leave a rating & write a review! It's really helpful to get the show to more amazing humans like you.  ❤️DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only, I am not providing any medical advice, I am not a medical practitioner, I’m an herbalist and in the US, there is no path to licensure for herbalists, so my role is as an herbal educator. Please do your own research and consult your healthcare provider for any personal concerns.Click here to send me a quick message :)