Polyvagal Theory: Mapping Your Nervous System - Part 2

In Part 2, we explore sympathetic and dorsal vagal nervous system states. what they can look and feel like, and how we can recognise our own signs of activation, shutdown or disconnection.We discuss fight, flight and shutdown responses, and how these states can influence our thoughts, emotions, bodies and behaviours.Most importantly, we explore the idea that there are no “bad” nervous system states. Each state serves a protective purpose. Rather than judging or trying to eliminate these responses, we can learn to notice them with curiosity, understand what our nervous system is communicating, and gently support ourselves back towards regulation and our window of tolerance.If you enjoy the episode, please like, follow, subscribe, leave a review, and share to help support the podcast.Wanting more weekly wise Mind?! For bonus episodes and exclusive resources every week, join us on Patreon, the link via wisemindcollective.com.au.Contact us:⁠www.wisemindcollective.com.au⁠wisemindcollective.com.auInstagram + Facebook + TIK TOK - Wisemind: A DBT PodcastCrisis SupportThis space may include discussions that bring up strong emotions or difficult topics. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know you're not alone and support is available.If you or someone you know is in crisis, we encourage you to reach out to:Lifeline – 13 11 14 (24/7)Beyond Blue – 1300 22 463613YARN – 13 92 76 (A 24/7 national support line for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)Emergency Services – 000 (if you are in immediate danger)Acknowledgment of Dr. Marsha M. Linehan and the Origins of DBTWe honor Dr. Marsha M. Linehan, psychologist and professor who created Dialectical Behavior Therapy.It’s thanks to Dr. Linehan that DBT has become a proven intervention for a range of mental health challenges.Wise Mind A DBT Podcast gratefully acknowledges that DBT is Dr. Linehan’s work, not ours, and we honor her legacy.