Navigating Anxiety: The Nervous System's Role in Mental Health

Join Bradshaw and Giana in this special Mental Health Awareness Month episode as they dive into the crucial role the nervous system plays in mental health, particularly concerning anxiety. They explore the intricacies of the autonomic nervous system, discuss the importance of somatics, and share practical ways to shift out of fight or flight mode.Drawing from their personal journeys, Bradshaw and Giana emphasize that true healing requires more than just yoga—it involves a variety of modalities and deep inner work. With candid conversations about toxic family dynamics, the importance of refining your social circles, and the transformative power of brain retraining, no topic is off-limits.Although they aren't experts, their heartfelt insights aim to inspire listeners to expand their mental health toolkits and recognize the profound impact of the nervous system on overall well-being. Tune in for an honest and enlightening discussion that hopes to reduce stigma and empower everyone on their path to mental health. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe!CHECK OUT OUR 300-Hour YTT: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/300JOIN US!! Joshua Tree Yoga Retreat: https://www.cayayogaschool.com/jtFOLLOW US:@thefunnythingaboutyoga @cayayogaschool @gianagambino @bradshawwishBE PART OF OUR FUNNY FAM: https://thefunnythingaboutyoga.substack.com/LINKS:https://www.cayayogaschool.com/https://www.gianayoga.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.