S1, Ep7: Stress, Trauma & the Nervous System

In this episode, Michelle, shares the difference between stress, trauma and the impact this has on the nervous system.  Please mind yourself during this conversation.  Even the word trauma can be activating for our nervous system.Michelle discusses:How short-term stressors impact the nervous systemWhen stress develops into chronic stressThe difference between stress, chronic stress & traumaWhat is trauma?The holistic approach to trauma repair and recoveryWhy we are biopsychosocial and how this influences how our nervous system capacityThe conditions needed in order to repair, recover and healWhy attunement and co-regulation is importantBuilding resources & reaching for supportPlease note there is a little sound interference during parts of this episode, which unfortunately couldn’t be fully removed.  The issue was caused by the mic and has been resolved for next weeks recording.Thank you for your understanding. Support the showThanks for listening!Follow me on Facebook or Instagram.If you'd like to explore how my Somatic Experiencing Trauma Therapy can support you, please get in touch to book a free consultation.Registration has now opened for our trauma-informed Certified Laughter Yoga Leader training in March. Click here to learn more and register. Warmly,Michelle xx