Podcast appearances and mentions of Stephen W Porges

What is Polyvagal Theory and how does it explain the science of feelings? This week, Thomas sits down with Dr. Stephen Porges, a professor, author, and the originator of Polyvagal Theory. Dr. Porges' theory offers radical yet practical methods for calming our physical (or “biobehavioral”) states so that our mind can follow suit. Traditionally, the opposite approach has been the norm, but research increasingly indicates that the body should lead the charge. In this conversation, it's made clear that safety, connection, and co-regulation are essential for this type of nervous system regulation. Thomas and Dr. Porges explore what's needed to create an environment that supports healing, and how Polyvagal Theory enhances our ability to handle crises and heal trauma, anxiety, and physical ailments linked to nervous system dysregulation. Dr. Porges also shares a cutting-edge acoustic technique for trauma healing that could lead to a real paradigm shift in psychology and therapy.   ✨ Click here to watch the video version of this episode on YouTube:

If you have any topic suggestions for future episodes, don't hesitate to reach out! Send us an email at info@brainblownpodcast.com.We'd love to hear from you.REFERENCES"Appeasement: replacing Stockholm syndrome as a definition of a survival strategy" Rebecca Bailey, Jaycee Dugard, Stefanie F. Smith & Stephen W. Porges"Traumatic entrapment, appeasement and complex post-traumatic stress disorder: evolutionary perspectives of hostage reactions, domestic abuse and the Stockholm syndrome" Chris Cantor, John Price"Bonding after trauma: on the role of social support and the oxytocin system in traumatic stress,"  Miranda Olff"How Trauma Impacts Learning and How to Find Support" Nadia Albritton, MA"The Fawn Response in Complex PTSD" | Dr. Arielle Schwartz"Stockholm Syndrome Explained by the Stanford Prison Experiment"

How feeling safe impacts your health, creativity and human connections - Unlocking the science of the Polyvagal Theory with pioneering neuroscientist Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. and his son Seth Porges, based on their book Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us.Discover the hidden power of regulating your nervous system to reduce anxiety, optimize well-being and unleash your full human potential.You can find Stephen & Seth at: Website | Instagram | Episode TranscriptIf you LOVED this episode you'll also love the conversations we had with Dr. Jud Brewer about anxiety, safety, and habits.Check out our offerings & partners: Join My New Writing Project: Awake at the WheelVisit Our Sponsor Page For Great Resources & Discount Codes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dorsal. Sympathetic. Ventral. It's all about your nervous system's sense of safety. Links: Vagus Nerve Exteroception Interoception Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us by Stephen W. Porges and Seth Porges Deb Dana's website - includes definitions of Polyvagal Theory terms Glimmers Borders Books and Music (RIP) FSP2020 episode 58: How to Listen to Your Body, Part One (of four) website : podcast feed FSP2020 episode 49: How to Dreams website : podcast feed

Get ready for a fascinating chat with Dr. Danielle Hiestand, LMFT, CEDS-S, where we're digging into the power of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and Polyvagal Theory to unlock new pathways in trauma and eating disorder recovery! Dr. Hiestand breaks down how these tools aren't just fancy words but game-changers for the nervous system, helping people find calm, reconnect, and heal in profound ways. Whether you're curious or already a fan of these approaches, this episode is packed with mind-blowing insights, practical takeaways, and a dash of nerdy neuroscience fun. HEAR FROM DANIELLE ABOUT DANIELLE! I have been passionate about learning and helping others most of my life. I am originally from Northern California and was overjoyed to study at University of California, San Diego and to live near the ocean. After receiving my Bachelors of Science in Cognitive Science, Neuroscience and Psychology I stayed in San Diego to complete my doctorate in Marital and Family Therapy at Alliant International University and become a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #48529). ​While at college, I took a course on eating disorders and began to volunteer with a program that focused on eating disorder prevention. I knew I wanted to be a therapist and help people heal and recover from their eating disorders. I planted my roots in San Diego and began working at an eating disorder treatment program. It was clear early on that most of my clients had a trauma history. Some had never called what they went through “trauma,” but could see how their life experiences had contributed to the development of their eating disorder. Others knew they had gone through something that still bothered them in the present, but didn't know how to talk about it or how to heal.  ​During this time I acquired extensive experience treating anorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, complex PTSD, dissociative disorders, depression, and anxiety. I also began my training in EMDR therapy; a treatment that has become crucial to my therapeutic approach. To help clients on their journey toward healing I also utilize systems theory, dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness. My overall goal is to work collaboratively with clients in order to honor their treatment goals. In 2013 Kelly Hinds, RDN and I created Savor Podcast. For three years we recorded episodes on nutrition, body image, mindfulness, yoga, eating disorders, dieting, EMDR therapy and beyond. Past Savor podcast episodes are available here. Before starting my family, I was an adjunct professor at University of California, San Diego, Alliant International University and San Diego State University. I taught classes on eating disorders, stress management, social psychology, and assessment. After my family started to grow, I decided to slow down and work part-time in my Mission Valley private practice in San Diego, California.  I work toward providing a calm, safe and grounded space for you to feel comfortable sharing your successes and your struggles. A journey back to self always has ups, downs and surprises. Together we can navigate how to find tools and strategies to help you cope and make space for yourself. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my husband and two daughters. I also love swimming, paddle boarding, and hiking. CONTACT DANIELLE  Website: https://www.drdaniellehiestand.com (fill out a contact form there) Retreat Interest List: https://www.drdaniellehiestand.com/retreats BOOKS The Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation by Deb Dana Polyvagal Exercises for Safety and Connection: 50 Client-Centered Practices by Deb Dana Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us by Stephen W. Porges and Seth Porges   INTERESTED IN HANGING OUT MORE IN DR. MARIANNE-LAND? Follow me on Instagram @drmariannemiller Check out my virtual, self-paced ARFID and Selective Eating course In the US, UK, Canada, or Australia? Chat with me about my online binge eating program that provides 1:1 virtual coaching support and online curriculum. It is called the Elite Binge Eating Recovery Method. Need a place to start? Check out my self-paced, virtual, anti-diet, subscription-based curriculum. It is called Dr. Marianne-Land's Binge Eating Recovery Membership. Live in California, Texas, or Washington D.C. and interested in eating disorder therapy with me? Sign up for a free, 15-minute phone consultation HERE or via my website, and I'll get you to where you need to be! Check out my blog. Want more information? Email me at hello@mariannemiller.com  

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 400 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Website: https://www.elisabethcarson.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/elisabethicarson/FB :https://www.facebook.com/iamelisabethcarsonX: @Lis_CarsonTikTok: @elisabethcarsonofficialThe Recipe to Elevated Consciousness by Elisabeth Carson https://amzn.to/3JWRs7XThe Mother Earth Effect https://amzn.to/3EKWKCNGrounding products https://bit.ly/3RJt6SvLifewave patcheshttps://lifewave.com/EHoekstraViome Supplements https://viomehq.sjv.io/Wq2ErA30 Day Free Trial 4biddenknowledge TV - http://4BK.TV USE COUPON CODE 30DAYSFREESupport the show

In this episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I'm joined by Michael Allison, an educational partner with the Polyvagal Instituteory. Michael shares his profound insights on the application of polyvagal theory to enhance leadership and performance, iMichael's unique approach helps leaders and individuals achieve peak performance by consciously controlling their physiology. With extensive experience working with athletes and business leaders, Michael's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to elevate their performance and leadership effectiveness. As mentioned, Michael is an educational partner with Polyvagal Institute and Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. (originator of Polyvagal Theory) leading the development and delivery of a Polyvagal-informed Certificate for Health, Wellness & Performance Coaches accredited by the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaches.  His unique application of Polyvagal Theory to performance endorsed by Dr. Porges – The Play Zone – provides a paradigm shifting methodology to optimize control of our performance through skillful and conscious control of our physiology.  Michael consults with professional, collegiate and high performing coaches, teams, organizations, athletes and performers in a variety of disciplines, as well as schools, executive coaches, business leaders and corporate teams. He is a Health & Performance Coach, Personal Trainer, Medical Exercise Specialist, Post Rehab Specialist and Certified Oxygen Advantage Breathwork Instructor, and the author of SMARTER Coaching, a certificated behavior change course accredited by the American Council on Exercise. In addition, Michael is a certificated ILS Safe & Sound Provider / Remote Provider and Focus System Training Provider.  

In this episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I'm joined by Michael Allison, an educational partner with the Polyvagal Instituteory. Michael shares his profound insights on the application of polyvagal theory to enhance leadership and performance, iMichael's unique approach helps leaders and individuals achieve peak performance by consciously controlling their physiology. With extensive experience working with athletes and business leaders, Michael's insights are invaluable for anyone looking to elevate their performance and leadership effectiveness. As mentioned, Michael is an educational partner with Polyvagal Institute and Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. (originator of Polyvagal Theory) leading the development and delivery of a Polyvagal-informed Certificate for Health, Wellness & Performance Coaches accredited by the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaches.  His unique application of Polyvagal Theory to performance endorsed by Dr. Porges – The Play Zone – provides a paradigm shifting methodology to optimize control of our performance through skillful and conscious control of our physiology.  Michael consults with professional, collegiate and high performing coaches, teams, organizations, athletes and performers in a variety of disciplines, as well as schools, executive coaches, business leaders and corporate teams. He is a Health & Performance Coach, Personal Trainer, Medical Exercise Specialist, Post Rehab Specialist and Certified Oxygen Advantage Breathwork Instructor, and the author of SMARTER Coaching, a certificated behavior change course accredited by the American Council on Exercise. In addition, Michael is a certificated ILS Safe & Sound Provider / Remote Provider and Focus System Training Provider.  

In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Stephen Porges, the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, to the podcast. Dr. Porges discusses the impact of trauma histories on our relationships and behaviors – sharing Polyvagal Theory's role in our physiological responses. We also discuss post-pandemic societal shifts, navigating the challenges of societal evaluation, the impact of social media, and ethical considerations surrounding digital interactions. Dr. Porges explores alternative modalities for self-regulation – emphasizing the importance of co-regulation, and shares somatic therapies for trauma healing. Listen in to this conversation that reminds us of the transformative power of connection for promoting healing and well-being. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by approximately 3,000 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement. Dr. Porges is a founder of the Polyvagal Institute. —Stephen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polyvagalinstitute —Stephen's Website: https://www.stephenporges.com/ —Stephen's Website: https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/ —Stephen's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/polyvagalinstitute —Stephen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-porges-6514877b/ —Stephen's Books: https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/bookstore If you want to dive deeper into Mark's content, search through every episode, find specific topics we've covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Grief, Trauma, Polyvagal Theory, Neuroception, Physiological Responses, Social Media, Self-Regulation, Co-Regulation, Nervous System Regulation, Nervous System, Somatic Therapy, Dysregulation This episode is sponsored by BON CHARGE: Use code MARKGROVES to save 15% at http://boncharge.com/MARKGROVES Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pourquoi parler du nerf vague? Probablement parce qu'on n'en parle pas assez et pourtant on devrait le connaître mieux, ça nous aiderait dans le quotidien à mieux se porter.  C'est rare qu'on va dire à quelqu'un de prendre soin de ses nerfs…On va souvent dire :  calme tes nerfs…Mais ça, on haït ça, car habituellement quand on est «sur les nerfs»,  on comprend ici que c'est une expression, on est souvent en tension, on sort de nos gonds…animé par une colère, on se retrouve hors de soi-même, on dit ça aussi quand on s'emporte… alors se faire dire : calme tes nerfs, c'est souvent insultant…. On va souvent utiliser des expressions avec les nerfs de façon péjorative. Par exemples : cette personne me tape sur les nerfs, ce qui veut dire que je ne la tolère pas…Être sur le gros nerf ou faire une crise de nerf, ça c'est quand on est très stressé…Avoir les nerfs à vifs, ce qui veut dire qu'on est irrité, énervé…Ce n'est jamais très joyeux et heureux quand on parle des nerfs. Appelé « nerf vague », ce nerf n°10  influence notre corps et notre cerveau beaucoup plus que la plupart des gens ne le réalisent. Le nerf vague contrôle nos cordes vocales, nous permet d'avaler, maintien notre larynx ouvert pour respirer, ralentit le rythme cardiaque (quand c'est nécessaire), démarre et contrôle la digestion, provoque les réactions d'inflammation, influence de nombreuses glandes endocriniennes, c'est-à-dire les glandes qui produisent des hormones, ces précieux liquides qui influencent les fonctions vitales : glandes surrénales (hormones du stress), thyroïde et pancréas (qui produit l'insuline, régule le sucre sanguin et le stockage des graisses.) 80 à 90 % des fibres du nerf vague servent à envoyer de l'information de nos organes et de notre système digestif vers notre cerveau. Les recherches sur le nerf vague et ses effets sur le corps et le cerveau ont révélé qu'il était important que ce nerf soit toujours en bon état, et que stimuler son fonctionnement améliore l'état de santé général. Voilà (en partie) pourquoi il est important d'en parler! Vous avez des suggestions, commentaires, vous pouvez m'écrire…Vous pouvez vous abonner à mon compte instagram,  lebaladodespossibles  pour me suivre…Vous avez aimé ce balado, partager-le!  Références: Dr Navaz Habib, Activez votre nerf vague, éditions Thierry Souccar, 2021 https://fr.sott.net/article/12879-Quel-est-l-etat-de-votre-nerf-vague https://www.inserm.fr/actualite/sante-mentale-le-nerf-vague-lie-microbiote-et-depression/ Stephen W. Porges, The polyvagal theory, WW Norton and Company, 2017 https://plunge.com/en-ca/blogs/blog/history-of-the-ice-bath   Et...Merci à David Chassé pour la musique originale, composée spécialement pour ce balado  Merci à @chrisp.photog  http://www.christianperreault.com Merci aux productions Arborescence Montréal www.productionsarborescence.com Merci à mon partenaire A.Vogel  https://www.avogel.ca/fr/ Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. Since Stephen Porges first proposed the Polyvagal Theory in 1994, its basic idea―that the level of safety we feel impacts our health and happiness―has radically shifted how researchers and clinicians approach trauma interventions and therapeutic interactions. Yet despite its wide acceptance, most of the information on the topic has been obscured behind clinical texts and scientific jargon. In this episode we talk with the founder of Polyvagal Theory, Dr. Stephen Porges, to better understand how to master our autonomic nervous system for health and happiness. Dr. Porges' book, Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us, is available now. To learn more about Dr. Porges, go to stephenporges.com. Links: https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnint.2022.871227/full?fbclid=IwAR1qtL6FhiAqEPFFU1G-R2pm70rUTx9EbJIyEHJTZV0KeHHTgkiUxm2Zj-g https://www.clinicalneuropsychiatry.org/download/the-covid-19-pandemic-is-a-paradoxical-challenge-to-our-nervous-system-a-polyvagal-perspective-2/ Support the Show - Become a Patron! Help us grow and become a Patron today: https://www.patreon.com/smartpeoplepodcast Sponsors: Hims - Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/SMART. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To access our conference library of 200+ fascinating psychology talks and interviews (with certification), please visit: https://twumembers.com In this episode, I'm joined by Jan Winhall. Jan is an author, teacher, and psychotherapist with more than 40 years of experience working with addiction and trauma. She is an adjunct lecturer at the University of Toronto and the director of Focusing on Borden, a psychotherapy and training centre. Jan presents internationally on trauma and addiction, and her most recent book: “Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model” has attracted praise from the likes of Gabor Maté, Stephen Porges, and Marc Lewis. In this conversation, we discuss: — Why it's vital that we bring the body more and more into psychotherapy, particularly when working with trauma and addiction. — How polyvagal theory can help us understand the “mechanism” underlying addictive behaviour — The importance of looking at addictions as adaptive in their historical context — How addictions can be thought of as “state regulation strategies” for the autonomic nervous system. And more. You can learn more about the great work Jan is doing by going to: www.janwinhall.com, and you can find her course with the Polyvagal Institute by going to bit.ly/jw-course. --- This session was recorded as part of the Holistic Psychotherapy Summit on January 2023. To access the full conference package, as well as supporting materials, quizzes, and certification, please visit: https://holisticpsychotherapysummit.com --- Jan Winhall, MSW, FOT is an author, teacher, and psychotherapist in Toronto, Canada. She is author of “Treating Trauma and Addiction with the Felt Sense Polyvagal Model”, by Jan Winhall, Routledge, 2021. Jan is an adjunct lecturer in the Department of Social Work, University of Toronto and Co-Director of Borden Street Clinic, a psychotherapy and teaching centre. Jan is a Coordinator with The International Focusing Institute and Director of Focusing on Borden, a psychotherapy and training centre. Jan presents internationally on trauma and addiction. --- Interview Links: — Jan's book: https://amzn.to/3Du6eko — Jan's website: https://janwinhall.com — Jan's course with the Polyvagal Institute: https://bit.ly/jw-course — Polyvagal Theory: A Very Simple Introduction: https://niallmckeever.com/polyvagal-theory-simple-introduction — Polyvagal Theory & Trauma - Deb Dana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-SVdQ-CHkA — Revolutionising Addiction Treatment with The Felt Sense Polyvagal Model - Jan Winhall & Stephen W. Porges: https://bit.ly/jw-paper 3 Books Jan Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Focusing - Eugene Gendlin: https://amzn.to/3WiAmYF — Trauma and Recovery - Judith Herman: https://amzn.to/3FzWmsc — The Pocket Guide to Polyvagal Theory - Dr Stephen Porges: https://amzn.to/3t6F52t

Samantha Green, a mother of two and Licensed Mental Health Counselor specializing in perinatal mental health, joins me to discuss the challenges and issues affecting women during pregnancy and postpartum. She shares her insights on maternal burnout, “mom rage,” postpartum depression, the impact of hormones on mood, and the difficulties faced by modern families in a politically polarized environment.Samantha highlights the pressures that women face in today's society, particularly due to unrealistic expectations perpetuated by social media. She emphasizes the importance of self-care and the need for women to prioritize their own well-being, especially during the early weeks of motherhood. Samantha also addresses the dynamics between mothers and fathers, acknowledging the differences in parenting styles and the potential for resentment and communication challenges.Our conversation delves into the hormonal shifts that occur during pregnancy, postpartum, and weaning. Samantha explains how these hormonal changes can affect a woman's mood and lead to symptoms such as intrusive thoughts and anxiety. She emphasizes the importance of understanding these shifts and seeking appropriate support and treatment when necessary.Samantha explains how Polyvagal Theory helps in understanding the different states of the nervous system and how they relate to anxiety, depression, and stress. She provides practical strategies for managing these states and promoting overall well-being.Throughout the episode, Samantha emphasizes the need for open communication, self-compassion, and seeking help when needed. She encourages women to let go of unrealistic expectations and prioritize their own mental and physical health. By addressing these issues and seeking support, women can navigate the challenges of motherhood and find balance in their lives.Samantha Green is a wife, mother to two, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor in in New York who specializes in Perinatal Mental Health. After working in a community clinic for several years and experiencing first hand how difficult it was to find resources for mothers she opened her own Private Practice and is currently working on a book to help mothers manage the stress, and decrease burnout. Find Samantha's practice at https://www.samanthagreenlmhc.com/ or follow her on X @samgreenlmhc.Books mentioned in this episode: "The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation" by Stephen W. Porges[00:01:39] Mom rage and maternal burnout.[00:04:10] Shifting priorities after having kids.[00:07:12] Men and women differences.[00:11:39] Dad's experience with baby.[00:13:26] Impact of birth control on the brain.[00:18:43] Hormonal treatment alternatives.[00:21:29] Mom rage and guilt.[00:25:35] Intrusive thoughts and OCD.[00:28:27] Intrusive thoughts and mindfulness.[00:31:41] Mother-baby units for postpartum depression.[00:34:35] The freeze state.[00:37:09] Chronic stress and its effects.[00:41:22] Early life experiences and coping mechanisms.[00:45:08] Postpartum PTSD and trauma.[00:48:09] Helping women through pregnancy[00:52:35] Trauma resurfacing in motherhood.[00:54:13] Complex family dynamics.[00:58:09] Co-sleeping and its taboo.[01:00:40] Balancing career and motherhood. To support this show, please leave a rating & review on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, like, comment & share via my YouTube channel. Or recommend this to a friend!Take $200 off your EightSleep Pod Pro Cover with promo code SOMETHERAPIST at EightSleep.com.Take 20% off all superfood beverages with code SOMETHERAPIST at Organifi.Check out my shop for book recommendations + wellness products.Show notes & transcript provided with the help of SwellAI.Special thanks to Joey Pecoraro for our theme song, “Half Awake,” used with gratitude and permission.Watch NO WAY BACK: The Reality of Gender-Affirming Care (our medical ethics documentary, formerly known as Affirmation Generation). Stream the film or purchase a DVD. Use code SOMETHERAPIST to take 20% off your order. Follow us on X @2022affirmation or Instagram at @affirmationgeneration.Have a question for me? Looking to go deeper and discuss these ideas with other listeners? Join my Locals community! Members get to ask questions I will respond to in exclusive, members-only livestreams, post questions for upcoming guests to answer, plus other perks TBD. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He lives in Atlantic Beach, Florida.   Seth Porges is a journalist and filmmaker. He directed the critically acclaimed documentary Class Action Park (HBO Max). He lives in Atlantic Beach, Florida, and Brooklyn, New York.   Order their new book here - Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us How safe we feel is crucial to our physical and mental health and happiness. That is the essence of the Polyvagal Theory, first proposed in 1994 by psychologist and neuroscientist Stephen Porges. In their new book, OUR POLYVAGAL WORLD: How Safety and Trauma Change Us, Stephen Porges, Ph.D. and his son Seth Porges, give general readers an accessible guide to Polyvagal Theory, and how it can help anyone looking to live their healthiest and happiest lives.     Visit Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.'s Website: www.stephenporges.com      Polyvagal Institute: www.polyvagalinstitute.org   Integrated Listening: www.integratedlistening.com   __________________________________ Subscribe to Dr. Lotte's Newsletter   Visit Dr. Lotte's Website   Stay Connected on Social Meida, follow Dr. Lotte on Instagram & Facebook    

E314– Inner Voice – A Heartfelt Chat with Dr. Foojan. In this episode, Dr. Foojan Zeine chats with Dr. Stephen W. Porges, a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is a Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and a Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He was president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences. He was a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published over 400 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines, including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994, he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, which links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of the physiological state in expressing behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory leads to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe (Norton, 2017), co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018) and author of Polyvagal Safety: Attachment, Communication, Self-Regulation (Norton 2021). Dr. Porges is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ (SSP), used by therapists to improve social engagement, language processing, and state regulation and reduce hearing sensitivities. https://www.stephenporges.com/ Check out my website: www.FoojanZeine.com.

In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the groundbreaking work of Dr. Stephen Porges and the Polyvagal Theory. Dr. Porges' research has been cited in more than 50,000 peer-reviewed publications.  He has published approximately 400 peer-reviewed scientific papers across several disciplines.   He discusses the intricate connection between our autonomic nervous system, social behavior, and physiological states, providing powerful tools to regulate and shift trauma by understanding the adaptive functions of our physiology and the interplay between emotions and the nervous system. Additionally, Dr. Porges explores how his research aligns with traditional Chinese Medicine, emphasizing the importance of honoring and respecting the body's signals. The episode also addresses the impact of stress on fertility, explaining how disruptions in the autonomic nervous system can hinder the optimal environment for implantation. Join us as we navigate the evolutionary heritage, physiological underpinnings of social behavior, and the transformative effects of understanding the polyvagal theory on our overall well-being.   Key Topics: ●   The Polyvagal Theory. ●   Understand how the Polyvagal Theory affects our emotions and physical health, and how our behaviors are influenced by our physiology. ●   Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine. ●   Brain-Body Connection and Misdiagnosis ●   Uncover the role of stress in fertility.     Dr. Stephen W. Porges Bio   Stephen W. Porges, PhD, is a highly accomplished researcher in the field of psychology. He is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he leads the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. Additionally, he holds professorial positions at the University of North Carolina, the University of Illinois at Chicago, and the University of Maryland. Dr. Porges has made significant contributions to the field through his extensive publication of approximately 400 peer-reviewed scientific papers, which have been cited in thousands of publications. One of Dr. Porges' notable achievements is the development of the Polyvagal Theory, proposed in 1994. This theory explores the relationship between the evolution of the autonomic nervous system and social behavior, highlighting the impact of physiological state on behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory has paved the way for innovative treatments for various disorders by offering insights into the underlying mechanisms. Dr. Porges has also created the Safe and Sound Protocol™, a music-based intervention utilized by numerous therapists to enhance social engagement, reduce hearing sensitivities, improve language processing, and regulate states of arousal. The protocol has shown promise in improving social and communication skills.   Where To Find Dr. Stephen W. Porges   https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/ https://www.stephenporges.com/ Books: https://www.stephenporges.com/books   How to connect to Lorne Brown online and in person (Vancouver, BC)   Acubalance.ca book virtual or in person conscious work sessions with Dr. Lorne Brown Lornebrown.com     Conscious hacks and tools to optimize your fertility by Dr. Lorne Brown: https://acubalance.ca/conscious-work/   Download a free copy of the Acubalance Fertility Diet & Recipes and a copy of the ebook 5 Ways to Maximize Your Chances of Getting Pregnant from Acubalance.ca Connect with Lorne and the podcast on Instagram:   @acubalancewellnesscentre @conscious_fertility_podcast @lorne_brown_official   DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use it as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. This podcast offers information to help the listener cooperate with physicians, mental health professionals or other healthcare providers in a mutual quest for optimal well-being. We advise listeners to carefully review and understand the ideas presented, and to consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. Under no circumstances shall Acubalance, any guests or contributors to the Conscious Fertility podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Acubalance be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

One critical skill we all need is to understand ourselves, and understand particularly our own capacity. This is something that we can grow in ourselves, and teach to our kids. This concept can also be described as our “window of tolerance”, and we all know what it looks like when we're outside of that window. On one side, we tend to over react, and on the other we freeze. But there are skills we can use and model for our kids to help them recognize when we approach the edge of that window or recover from going outside of it. Becoming self aware about your window of tolerance is one criical life skill that everybody can grow in, and we're tlooking at some of the basics of that in this episode. Key resources mentioned: Stephen W. Porges, PhD - Polyvagal Theory Try Softer by by Aundi Kolber https://www.amazon.com/Try-Softer-Approach-Mode-Connection/dp/1496439651

Jaycee Dugard and Dr. Rebecca Bailey join Kim and Kara in a conversation about their therapeutic relationship turned friendship as they explore the psychology behind survival instincts and the "appease" response.  Jaycee Dugard is the survivor of a kidnapping and spent 18 years in captivity at the hands of strangers.  Since her rescue in 2009 she has used her freedom and voice to spread her unique survivor experience. Jaycee is the founder of the JAYC Foundation. She started the foundation to help other families that have suffered a familial or non-familial abduction or other trauma and has created educational programs and encourages the collaboration of various entities to provide “Protected Spaces” for families to heal.  Jaycee is also the author of “A Stolen Life” and “Freedom: My Book of Firsts”, both memoirs that she wrote herself detailing her eighteen years in captivity, eventual rescue, and recovery process. She has spoken at many venues across the country and hopes to continue writing. An important goal of hers is to educate the media and the helping professions that the term “Stockholm Syndrome” was a media-driven term and is degrading and insensitive to survivors and their families.  Jaycee enjoys spending time with her family and her faithful four-legged companions in California. Recently she has started the Polyvagal Equine Institute with longtime friends Dr Rebecca Bailey and equine expert Margie McDonald. They are excited to share educational programs, videos and workshops that focus on incorporating horses with polyvagal theory.   Rebecca Bailey, Ph.D. is a leading family psychologist and equestrian who has become a world-renowned professional teacher, speaker, author, and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Transitioning Families, a group of independently licensed mental health practitioners dedicated to Bailey's innovative ideas for helping families through crisis and difficult change. She is best known for her work with survivors of non-familial abduction and is on the advisory board of the JAYC foundation. Together with Jaycee they have created an innovative model which utilizes horses to help teach and educate judges, police officers, therapists and other professionals about compassion, kindness, and connection.  She is the creator of the Polyvagal Equine Institute and Connection Focused Therapy an organization dedicated to Equine-assisted psychotherapy and education with a focus on applying Dr. Stephen Porges research on the autonomic nervous system to a variety of populations. She believes that understanding the interaction between the nervous system and our thoughts and actions is key to compassionately responding to and addressing the complexities of today's societal demands. She has appeared on numerous Network shows including Andersen Cooper and ABC's 20/20.  A graduate of The Wright Institute in Berkley, CA, Dr. Bailey was raised in the Boston area but relocated to California 35 years ago. She now lives in Northern California with her loving husband and countless animals. Learn more from Jaycee: Facebook: @Jayceedugard Instagram: @jayceeleedugard https://thejaycfoundation.org/ Learn more from Dr. Bailey Facebook: @rebeccabaileyphd Instagram: @dr.rebeccabailey https://polyvagalequineinstitute.com/ Jaycee and Rebecca's CTA: Learn more about the Polyvagal Equine Institute's educational video series and donate to their non profit foundations. Jaycee and Dr. Bailey have officially published their scholarly paper!  Rebecca Bailey, Jaycee Dugard, Stefanie F. Smith & Stephen W. Porges (2023) Appeasement: replacing Stockholm syndrome as a definition of a survival strategy, European Journal of Psychotraumatology, 14:1, DOI: 10.1080/20008066.2022.2161038 Like what we're doing here? Be sure to subscribe, rate, review, and show all the love. The more people this show can reach, the more it can help.  https://www.survivorsguidetotruecrime.com/ Don't forget to follow us on social media under @SurvivorsGuideToTrueCrime  Instagram @SurvivorsGuideToTrueCrime  TikTok @SGTCpod Facebook @Survivor'sGuideToTrueCrime YouTube @Survivor'sGuideToTrueCrime Twitter @SGTCpod The theme music used in Survivor's Guide to True Crime is Uplifting Motivational Stomp by MarcusWay

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psycho-physiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 2500 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement.   https://integratedlistening.com/

Rabbi YY interviews Dr. Stephen Porges: The Fresh Start Retreat is an intensive 7-day retreat designed for men and women who want to understand, process, and heal from unresolved trauma, neglect, and abuse. To learn more about Fresh Start Retreat Center please visit https://www.jewishfreshstart.com or call 248-301-9997 Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 400 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017), co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018) and author of Polyvagal Safety: Attachment, Communication, Self-Regulation (Norton 2021). Dr. Porges is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), which is used by therapists to improve social engagement, language processing, and state regulation, as well as to reduce hearing sensitivities.

A ritual is an intention and a practice when you do it every day. We're spiritual creatures. Doing rituals ground me and they connect me to who I am, what my intentions are for the day, and what I want to bring to the world. To alter we need to get to the altar. - Shiva Rose Are You Stressed Out Lately? Take a deep breath with the M21™ wellness guide: a simple yet powerful 21 minute morning system that melts stress and gives you more energy through 6 science-backed practices and breathwork. Click HERE to download for free. Is Your Energy Low? Get more superfoods to improve your energy, digestion, gut health plus also reduce inflammation and blood sugar. Click HERE to try Paleovalley's Apple Cider Vinegar Complex + Save 15% with the code 'JOSH' *Review The WF Podcast & WIN $150 in wellness prizes! *Join The Facebook Group Wellness + Wisdom Episode 486 Writer, mother, expert on beauty and Founder of Shiva Rose Beauty natural products, Shiva Rose, shares her experience with water rituals that connect her to God, what God means to her, her physical and emotional healing journey, how she became a business person, and why it's important to keep your three Ayurvedic doshas in balance. How can we use beauty for healing and integrate rituals into our daily lives? By the end of this episode, you will discover the purpose of rituals, the principles of the three Ayurvedic doshas and how our pain can be transformative.   Save 20% Off  Shiva Rose Beauty   Use code "JOSH" to Save 20% HERE   A few years ago Shiva began her blog, The Local Rose, to get closer to the earth and all its beauty. This desire led her on a journey that included solitary walks in forests, swimming in clean seas, and meditation through her Kundalini yoga practice. What came to her one day, after a moment of stillness, was a message. The message was to bring beauty and luminosity to women in a way that was nourishing and nurturing.   Shiva's Promise So many products women consume, even some that claim to be all natural, contain harmful and toxic ingredients. Our skin is the largest organ, and therefore what we put on our bodies and face literally gets absorbed directly through contact. Her skin care line is 100% toxic free, and without any chemicals. The rose face serum was created to bring radiance and nourishment to the face. It is made with loving intentions and in small batches to insure it's optimal integrity.   Walk in Beauty, Walk in Light Her candle is in a toxic-free coconut based candle with rose, agar wood and vanilla. The body oils are all hand blended using unusual essential oils that benefit the skin and spirit. The glow balm and radiant rose water are recent additions that add luminous texture and are anti aging. Soon to come a few more products that use ancient wisdom and powerful ingredients. May you walk in beauty, may you walk in the light . . .   Use code "JOSH" to Save 20% HERE     Listen To Episode 486 As Shiva Rose Uncovers: [1:30] Stepping into Authenticity through Rituals Shiva Rose Beauty - Save 20% with the code "JOSH" Whole Beauty by Shiva Rose Shiva Rose's Whole Health and The Moon & You Courses Whole Beauty: Shiva's book based on Ayurveda and creating beauty from the inside out. Shiva explains what beauty means to her and why she feels more beautiful now than when she was younger. 425 Alyson Charles | What Is Your Power Animal? Shamanism, Sacred Nature & How To Awaken Your Soul 361 Luke Storey: Relationships, Consciousness, & Coming Home To Yourself 436 Dr. John Lieurance | Melatonin Miracle: Supra-Physiologic Dosing, Sinus Health & Ending Inflammation Why Shiva took “Rose” as her last name. The fact that the rose is the highest vibrational plant on our planet. How the rose is honored in so many different ways and cultures. Starting water rituals as a child and connecting to her inner alchemist through them later in her life. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho   [10:28] Courageous Women: Letting Go of Everything Women in Iran inspired a revolution after 40 years of suppression. The challenges of being raised in Iran. Shiva tells her story about escaping Iran to the United States with her family. Living a traumatizing experience as a 10 year old.   [14:35] Discovering Childhood Trauma through Disease How people sometimes spiritual bypass and use Ayuervedic practices as an excuse to be or act a certain way. Shiva talks about her trauma responses as a child and how her grandmother, Rose, helped her. Stephen W. Porges' Polyvagal Theory How we naturally respond to trauma with either a fight, flight, freeze, or fawn reaction. Finding out about an autoimmune disease after giving birth at the age of 25 and realizing her disease was trauma related. Why she's very critical of allopathic medicine and the toxic way they label people with a disease. How Shiva's prognosis got her into holistic healing, meditation and beauty.   [18:23] Beauty as a Healing Modality Shiva's career - from acting to blogging to a beauty line. Her perception of beauty as a tool for healing. How the download to start her own beauty line came to her when she was doing kundalini yoga. What beauty means to Shiva with all of her experience and wisdom. Why the sun is our greatest ally but it has been vilified by mainstream media. Josh shares his identity crisis experience while working as a fitness trainer. Why Shiva follows her intuition when it comes to beauty. How facial peels and lasers actually stretch and stretch back the skin due to its accumulative effect.   [21:20] Establishing Boundaries as an Empath & Growing through Pain James Schmachtenberger Neurohacker Collective Modern Nirvana Josh explains why empathy and boundaries complement each other. Stella Adler Shiva tells how she learned to set boundaries. The extreme sensitivity that Shiva had towards nature as a child. The mental difficulties of being an actress and the reason Shiva left the acting world. The real story of Heath Ledger's ‘physically and mentally draining' descent into the mind of the Joker Vivien Leigh had a nervous breakdown filming ‘Gone with the Wind Josh dives into how he started his healing journey and found God. 369 Paul Chek | All Is God: Three Part Series 457 Josh Trent: Solocast | Healing The Father Wound, 100+ Hours Fasting, Vision Questing + Being Alone With Mother Nature's Wisdom Shiva's stance on psychedelics and why she hasn't done ayahuasca yet. Guru Jagat The multiple Dark Nights of the Soul experiences in Shiva's life and the most profound one. Overcoming physical pain and and launching the Whole Health course. How both her and her daughter's health issues taught her to speak her truth.   [29:30] Beauty Blockages & Unexpected Life Journeys Exploring how our natural beauty is being blocked on a regular basis. The fact that we're not speaking up enough and thus becoming a slave to the system. What it means for our future as thyroid issues are increasing among the population. How the lack of authenticity, freedom and truth blocks our beauty. Why we are able to change and do the inner healing when we go through difficult times. What made Josh and Shiva both move from California to Texas. The problems of living in Silicon Valley and how the narrative being pushed there is a reflection of what is happening in the rest of the USA. The irony that the people who are creating all of this technology in Silicon Valley live in Mill Valley where there is no 5G and their children go to Waldorf schools where there is no television, cell phones, or media.   [35:30] The Intention of Rituals What an altar means to Shiva and why she has several of them at home. How we “alter” by getting to a spiritual or transformational altar. Josh explains how to avoid crossovers or leaky energy in rituals. The purpose and types of rituals Shiva practices. How Shiva connects with herself through rituals. Blue Zones: The key factor for longevity? 192 Jason Prall: The Human Longevity Project   [39:19] Guidance from God Shiva talks about her relationship with God and finding hope and direction through prayers. Why Shiva can't describe God and its beyond our scope of words. Josh's ego stopping him from believing in God for 20 years. Shiva talks about her teachers in life who have really helped her when she has stumbled.   [43:30] Building the Bridge Between Business & Spirituality Shiva's relationship with money: Why money is freedom and why it should be taken with respect. 446 Jesse Elder | Mind Vitamins: How To Gather, Apply & Embody Wisdom In The Face of Fear Business and spirituality go together like Yin and Yang. Her experience being forced to be a business person. How she was able to connect both spirituality and business with her conscious brand. Struggles she and Josh have faced as business owners. Why obtaining tangible results makes Shiva feel satisfied. The difference between doing a job for money and actually caring about the job. Advice from Shiva to people in their 20's: Why avoiding debt is crucial. Josh's opinion on the system and bureaucracy.   [52:48] Ayurvedic Healing with the 3 Doshas Shiva explains the three ayurvedic doshas: Vatta, Pita, Kapha. The importance of nutrition and balancing out the doshas. How to identify your dosha on your own. The benefits of ghee for beauty from the inside out. Specific foods for each dosha + trifecta foods that are good for all 3 doshas. How the doshas relate to finances and money. Why we need to activate our doshas with breathwork. Breathwork.io Specific foods to help brighten your skin, especially for women after a pregnancy. Parasite cleanses and the benefits of doing a coffee enema. How she senses that we're on the cusp of a 5D Ascension. The problems with eating CAFO meat compared to well-raised regenerative ranched, grass-fed meat free of GMOs.   [1:01:47] Why Discipline Is Crucial in Business What Shiva wished she knew when she first went into business. The importance of setting goals and staying disciplined. Shiva's experience with kundalini and tantra: Learning discipline through spiritual practice. How spiritual practices influence Josh's and Shiva's businesses. Why Shiva believes in silver merged resources to buy land and digital currency as an investment. Shiva's collaboration with Goop: Growing her business and the brand getting in trouble with yoni eggs. Shiva Rose: Beyond Organic: The New Breed of Beauty #34 — LUKE STOREY Josh and Shiva discuss why friendship and community matter when it comes to business.   [1:10:45] Freedom + Humanity's Feature The situation in Iran: Could the same happen in the U.S.? What freedom is to Shiva: Seeing richness in self-sufficiency. Josh talks about the modern culture and the division it creates: The war between feminine vs. masculine. How the mass media is shaping the way adults and younger generations see beauty plus the harm it is creating for us physically, emotionally, and mentally. 224 The Charisma Quotient: Kim Seltzer How our attention is blinded by social constructs. Believing in a new better world and the amazing gifts it will bring us. 323 Charles Eisenstein | Sacred Economics: The Gift We All Have Right Now Believing in a new better world. The Pentagon of Wellness: How the balance shifts during different life cycles. What it means to reclaim your inner witch and how women can do that by being herbalists and speaking their truth.   Power Quotes From The Show   Asking for Guidance from God “I talk to God, and I ask for guidance. Sometimes it's as simple as “Show me the way, God.”... If you ask with sincerity, with an open heart, you will get a sign.” - Shiva Rose   Healing through Beauty “Beauty is a healing modality - that's the opposite of fear, opposite of depression.” - Shiva Rose   Expression of Our Freedom “People are being forced to become automated working slaves, and not having these expressions of 'I don't want to do this. I don't want to be in this Matrix. I don't want to work 9 to 5. I don't want to get a bunch of shots. I don't want to be a part of this system, to be forced to do things.' We're free beings.” - Shiva Rose Links From Today's Show  Shiva Rose - Save 20% with the code "JOSH" Whole Beauty by Shiva Rose Shiva Rose's Whole Health and The Moon & You Courses 425 Alyson Charles | What Is Your Power Animal? Shamanism, Sacred Nature & How To Awaken Your Soul 361 Luke Storey: Relationships, Consciousness, & Coming Home To Yourself 436 Dr. John Lieurance | Melatonin Miracle: Supra-Physiologic Dosing, Sinus Health & Ending Inflammation The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho Stephen W. Porges' Polyvagal Theory James Schmachtenberger Neurohacker Collective Modern Nirvana Stella Adler The real story of Heath Ledger's ‘physically and mentally draining' descent into the mind of the Joker Vivien Leigh had a nervous breakdown filming ‘Gone with the Wind 369 Paul Chek | All Is God: Three Part Series 457 Josh Trent: Solocast | Healing The Father Wound, 100+ Hours Fasting, Vision Questing + Being Alone With Mother Nature's Wisdom Guru Jagat 192 Jason Prall: The Human Longevity Project 446 Jesse Elder | Mind Vitamins: How To Gather, Apply & Embody Wisdom In The Face of Fear Breathwork.io Shiva Rose: Beyond Organic: The New Breed of Beauty #34 — LUKE STOREY 224 The Charisma Quotient: Kim Seltzer 323 Charles Eisenstein | Sacred Economics: The Gift We All Have Right Now The Pentagon of Wellness Shop the Wellness Force Media Store breathwork.io Paleovalley – Save 15% on your ACV Complex with the code ‘JOSH' Seeking Health - Save 10% with the code 'JOSH' Organifi – Special 20% off to our listeners with the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' Drink LMNT – Zero Sugar Hydration: Get your free LMNT Sample Pack, you only cover the cost of shipping Feel Free from Botanic Tonics – Save 40% when you use the code ‘WELLNESS40' PLUNGE - Save $150 with the code "WELLNESSFORCE' MitoZen - Save 10% with the code "WELLNESSFORCE" Activation Products - Save 20% with the code "WELLNESSFORCE" Essential Oil Wizardry: Save 10% with the code 'WELLNESSFORCE' Cured Nutrition – Get 15% off of your order when you visit wellnessforce.com/cured + use the code ‘WELLNESSFORCE' M21 Wellness Guide Wellness Force Community Leave Wellness Force a review on iTunes Shiva Rose Instagram Facebook Twitter YouTube Pinterest Online Shop   About Shiva Rose Shiva Rose is a former actress, naturalist, and author of the book 'Whole Beauty: Daily Rituals and Natural Recipes for Lifelong Beauty and Wellness'. She is the modern alchemist using nature and beauty to create wellbeing and harmony in the world.     From Iran to Hollywood Shiva was born and raised in Iran but escaped the country during a revolution in 1979 at the age of 10. Shiva and her family went on a difficult journey to be able to start over in a safe country, and eventually found their refuge in the United States. Her passion for glamour and films led her to become an actress, but ever since she was a child, Shiva was an empath and felt a strong connection to nature.     Using Beauty As a Healing Tool At the age of 25, after giving birth to her first daughter, she was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease which eventually sent her on a path as a naturalist and activist. Shiva started her blog 'The Local Rose' to celebrate a healthy and authentic lifestyle, and later on also launched a beauty brand 'Shiva Rose', creating natural and toxic-free beauty products and becoming a successful business owner.

We at Insight Mind Body Talk have decided our official season will run September – May, taking each summer to re-visit our “most downloaded” episodes. Why most downloaded? Jess may have her favorites, Jeanne too, but what matters most to IMBT is listening to your voice. And we heard you loud and clear through the number of downloads each episode received.  What does re-visiting mean? Well, basically, that you'll be hearing the original episode again. But this time, prior to the episode, Jess will giving inside information about her thoughts on the content, highlighting key moments, and sharing additional tips not mentioned during the episode.In Healing Your Inner Child, Jessica Warpula Schultz, LMFT, and Jeanne Kolker, LPC, look at the prevalence of trauma and how every adult has a wounded child within.  They discuss theories that help to explain how our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings are influenced by the Inner Child.  And as always, they provide mind-body tips and strategies to begin re-parenting your wounded, younger self.AVAILABLE for PURCHASE!  "Healing Your Inner Child".  An e-course presented by Insight Wellness and Jessica Warpula Schultz.  Available December 1st, "Healing Your Inner Child"  is a starter guide to healing childhood wounds and living your best life. To learn about enrolling in this comprehensive, self-driven journey click HERE.Continue LearningJanina Fisherhttps://janinafisher.com/Book: Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma SurvivorsPolyvagal TheoryThe Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Internal Family Systems Richard Schwartz, PhDhttps://ifs-institute.com/Thich Nhat HanhBook: Reconciliation: Healing the Inner ChildNadine Burke Harris"How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime"https://youtu.be/95ovIJ3dsNkBook: The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood AdversityProduced by Jessica Warpula Schultz & Jeanne KolkerEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is click here right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.   ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1500 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement.   ABOUT THE EPISODE:  In this episode, you will learn about: Intro (0:00) Neuroception & Cues of Safety (0:15) Polyvagal Theory (5:58) What Drives Sympathetic Dominance (14:50) The Problem with Trauma (17:12) Regulating Our State (22:40) Strategies For Regulation (24:42) Polyvagal Theory Straw Man Argument (35:55) How To Downregulate Nervous System (46:33) Research Genie Question (50:14)   RESOURCES Website LinkedIn ‍ STEVEN KOTLER is a New York Times bestselling author, award-winning journalist, and Founder and Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance. His books include The Art of Impossible, Stealing Fire, and The Rise of Superman. His work has been translated into over 40 languages and appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wall Street Journal, TIME, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, The Harvard Business Review and Forbes.

Facilitated by host Emily, Dr. Laurence Heller and Dr. Stephen Porges engage in a stimulating conversation about safety cues, life-threat reactions, shame, and connection as our “biological imperative.” Dr. Porges, a distinguished neuroscientist and originator of the Polyvagal Theory, emphasizes the importance of physiological states in expressing trauma-related behavioral and health problems.  The fascinating exploration takes the listener on a journey of understanding trauma: from learning how the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM) and the Polyvagal Theory have profoundly impacted the knowledge of trauma and how the two frameworks relate. Dr. Heller: “What we learn in adapting to connection failures very early on in life is what we have a tendency to carry forward, not just on a cognitive level but on an emotional level and a physiological level.” About Dr. Larry Heller and Dr. Stephen Porges:  Dr. Laurence Heller is the creator of the NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM), Senior Faculty member, International Trainer, and author.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. In 1994, Dr. Porges proposed the Polyvagal Theory. The construct links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in expressing behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders.He has published several books and more than 400 peer-reviewed papers.  Learn More:https://www.stephenporges.com/ https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org https://kinseyinstitute.org/research/traumatic-stress.php To read the full show notes and discover more resources visit http://www.narmtraining.com/podcast *** NARM Training Institute http://www.NARMtraining.com View upcoming trainings: https://narmtraining.com/schedule Join the Inner Circle: https://narmtraining.com/online-learning/inner-circle *** The NARM Training Institute provides tools for transforming complex trauma through: in-person and online trainings for mental health care professionals; in-person and online workshops on complex trauma and how it interplays with areas like addiction, parenting, and cultural trauma; an online self-paced learning program, the NARM Inner Circle; and other trauma-informed learning resources.   We want to connect with you! Facebook @NARMtraining Twitter @NARMtraining YouTube Instagram @thenarmtraininginstitute

We at Insight Mind Body Talk have decided our official season will run September – May, taking each summer to re-visit our “most downloaded” episodes. Why most downloaded? Jess may have her favorites, Jeanne too, but what matters most to IMBT is listening to your voice. And we heard you loud and clear through the number of downloads each episode received.  What does re-visiting mean? Well, basically, that you'll be hearing the original episode again. But this time, prior to the episode, Jess will giving inside information about her thoughts on the content, highlighting key moments, and sharing additional tips not mentioned during the episode.  The Coming In of Coming of Coming Out explores the feelings of pride and shame experienced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community.  Jess and her guest Alexander Einsman, LMFT, discuss identity, relational wounding, shame, and the development of pride both in community and within one's relationship with Self.  Alexander, who specializes in psychodynamic therapy focused around LGBTQIA identity, the Queer shame -pride continuum, and trauma, provides strategies for cultivating pride within and healing the relational wound of shame. Continue LearningAlexander Einsman, LMFTwebsiteOutreach LGBTQ+ Community CenterwebsiteCrystal Rasmussen, Author, Singer, Drag ArtistvideoBriarpatch Youth Services, Madison, WIwebsiteBrene Brown, PhDJanina FisherBook: Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma SurvivorsKristin Neff, PhDPolyvagal TheoryThe Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSWBefriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Internal Family Systems Richard Schwartz, PhDhttps://ifs-institute.com/Recommended Reading from Alexander Einsman:Your Symphony of Selves: Discover and Understand More of Who We Are by James Fadiman, PhD, and Jordan Gruber, JD

We at Insight Mind Body Talk have decided our official season will run September – May, taking each summer to re-visit our “most downloaded” episodes. Why most downloaded? Jess may have her favorites, Jeanne too, but what matters most to IMBT is listening to your voice. And we heard you loud and clear through the number of downloads each episode received.  What does re-visiting mean? Well, basically, that you'll be hearing the original episode again. But this time, prior to the episode, Jess will giving inside information about her thoughts on the content, highlighting key moments, and sharing additional tips not mentioned during the episode.  In "The Mind-Body Connection", Jess and Jeanne begin a conversation about what the mind/body connection is and why it's important. You'll learn how the brain differs from the mind, how the body works in relationship to our brain and nervous system, as well as how the body influences our mind, emotions, thoughts, and memories.  Continue LearningThe Polyvagal Theory The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. www.stephenporges.com Deb DanaPolyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW www.rhythmofregulation.com Pat OgdenSensorimotor Psychotherapy Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment. Pat Ogden & Janina FisherTrauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy. Pat Ogden, Kekuni Minton, Clare Pain www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org Neuroscience Neuroscience for Change: A Compassion-Based Program for Personal Transformation. Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D.  Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz Edited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

THE CHRONICALLY THREATENED is an eye-opening episode with the creator of the Polyvagal Theory, Dr. Stephen Porges. In this episode, Dr. Porges and I talked about how the Polyvagal Theory relates to ADHD and why there is nothing 'wrong' with children who have been diagnosed with these so-called mental disorders (ADHD, ODD, Anxiety, Depression etc.). What if all these children were simply dealing with a nervous system that's locked in 'threat mode', due to chronically occurring traumatic events occurring in their environments. Now, when parents hear words such as threats or trauma, they typically only think of actual threats such as violence, divorce, abuse etc. But as Dr. Porges explains, for a highly sensitive child not much is needed to lock their nervous system while in threat mode... Listen in and hear for yourself to see if you can relate to what Dr. Porges shares around ADHD and his Polyvagal Theory. Stephen W. Porges, PhD, is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium within the Kinsey Institute.  He holds the position of Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  Dr. Porges served as president of both the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award.  He has published approximately 300 peer reviewed scientific papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. His research has been cited in approximately 40,000 peer review publications. In 1994 Dr. Porges proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe (Norton, 2017),co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018), and Polyvagal Safety (Norton, expected 2021). Dr. Porges is also the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol™, which currently is used by more than 2000 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement. For more information on Dr. Stephen W. Porges, please visit https://www.stephenporges.com For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com

Today's conversation is with Dr Stephen Porges. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1500 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement. In today's conversation we spoke about the description and the origins of PolyVagal Theory, why understanding PVT is imperative for bodyworkers, how PVT gives a language to embodiment, neuroception, where PVT is going and much much more. You can find Dr Porges's "The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe" at  https://www.amazon.com/Pocket-Guide-Polyvagal-Theory-Transformative/dp/0393707873?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=andrewrosen07-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=f017041f95f6f8fe43c2198d144df908&camp=1789&creative=9325 You can learn more about Dr Porges and Polyvagal Theory at https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/ If you enjoyed today's episode, we'd appreciate it if you would leave a positive review of the podcast and subscribe to it through the platform of your choice. When you do this it really helps other people find us, and we greatly appreciate your support. You can find more about Andrew at andrewrosenstock.com and rolfinginboston.com And more about Nikki at nikkiolsen.com Many thanks to Explorers Society for use of their song " All In" from their majestic album 'Spheres' Please check them out here https://open.spotify.com/album/1plT1lAPWEQ1oTRbWOiXm3?si=eAL08OJdT5-sJ6FwwZD50g

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011). In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior.  This emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. Stephen is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1400 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, to improve language processing and state regulation. Also written by Stephen: The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018).  Stephen is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. In addition, he is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. Your support of the Keen on Yoga Podcast is greatly appreciated.  https://keenonyoga.com/donate/      

TODAY´S EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE FLOW RESEARCH COLLECTIVE Are you an entrepreneur, a leader, or a knowledge worker, who wants to harness the power of flow so you can get more done in less time with greater ease and accomplish your boldest professional goals faster? If you´ve answered this question with “hell yes” then our peak-performance training Zero to Dangerous may be a good fit for you. If this sounds of interest to you all you need to do is go to getmoreflow.com right now, pop in your application and one of our team members will be in touch with you very soon.  --- “If you want to improve the world, start by making people feel safer.” ~ Dr. Stephen Porges ABOUT THE GUEST:  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 300 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018).  He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1400 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, to improve language processing and state regulation. --- If you order Steven's new book, The Art of Impossible, right now, you'll get $1,500 of free bonuses immediately dropped into your inbox.  They include secret chapters he has never released, masterclasses on key skills to help you jack up motivation, heighten creativity, and accelerate learning. You'll also get an entirely free training to help you fight distraction and spend more time in flow.  So click the link here, snag yourself a copy of The Art of Impossible, and let's get after it.

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.

In Healing Your Inner Child, Jessica Warpula Schultz, LMFT, and Jeanne Kolker, LPC, look at the prevalence of trauma and how every adult has a wounded child within.  They discuss theories that help to explain how our behaviors, thoughts, and feelings are influenced by the Inner Child.  And as always, they provide mind-body tips and strategies to begin re-parenting your wounded, younger self. AVAILABLE for PURCHASE!  "Healing Your Inner Child".  An e-course presented by Insight Wellness and Jessica Warpula Schultz.  Available December 1st, "Healing Your Inner Child" , is a starter guide to healing childhood wounds and living your best life. To learn about enrolling in this comprehensive, self-driven journey click HERE. Continue LearningJanina Fisherhttps://janinafisher.com/Book: Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma SurvivorsPolyvagal TheoryThe Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Internal Family Systems Richard Schwartz, PhDhttps://ifs-institute.com/Thich Nhat HanhBook: Reconciliation: Healing the Inner ChildNadine Burke Harris"How Childhood Trauma Affects Health Across a Lifetime"https://youtu.be/95ovIJ3dsNkBook: The Deepest Well: Healing the Long-Term Effects of Childhood AdversityProduced by Jessica Warpula Schultz & Jeanne KolkerEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 350 peer reviewed scientific papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. His research has been cited in more than 40,000 peer review publications. He holds several patents involved in monitoring and regulating autonomic state and originated the Polyvagal Theory, which emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 2000 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement.  He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-Regulation, The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, and Polyvagal Safety, as well as co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies. Sign up for 10% off of Shrink Rap Radio CE credits at the Zur Institute

In this episode, join us as we talk with Dr. Stephen Porges, author of, The Polyvagal Theory.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium.

Dr. Stephen W. Porges is a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is also a professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and professor emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. His more than 350 peer‐reviewed scientific papers, published across several disciplines, have been cited in approximately 40,000 peer-reviewed papers. He holds several patents involved in monitoring and regulating autonomic state and originated the Polyvagal Theory, which emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-Regulation, The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, and Polyvagal Safety, as well as co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies, and Polyvagal Safety. In this episode, we discuss: What is the vagus nerve and why should we care about it. Symptomatology explained by Polyvagal Theory.  Understanding resilience and adaptive physiological states. Shifting the negativity bias to a positive one. How polyvagal theory is transforming trauma care. Developing models for how polyvagal theory can inform other therapies. The necessity of human interaction in coregulation. More from Stephen Porges : Join Stephen Porges on his 4-Module Course - Polyvagal Theory: Neural Exercises for Safety and Social Connection. This course will elaborate on how Polyvagal Theory provides a neural foundation for a brain-body medicine that would lead to insights into the treatment of trauma and chronic stress-related mental and physical health challenges.   Learn more and register here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Relationship with Food and Body, Jess and her guest, Alison Manley, LPC, SUDS, provide a brief introduction to eating disorders.  They discuss the difference between the various types of eating disorders, how to differentiate between eating for health and wellness and eating in a manner that has become disordered, and what the roles are of health providers on an eating disorder treatment team. Ali is a licensed professional counselor specializing in the treatment of eating disorders and trauma. She brings a high level of expertise to the conversation, discussing the body image continuum, body liberation, the "eating disorder voice".  Ali and Jess share their passion for re-connecting the mind and body during treatment and eating disorder recovery.  And as someone with lived experience recovering from an eating disorder, Ali is passionate that recovery is possible for her clients and their loved ones.Continue LearningAli Manley, LPC, SUDShttps://www.northernrootstherapycenter.com/Health At Every Size (HAES)https://lindobacon.com/health-at-every-size-book/Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani, PhDhttps://www.gaudianiclinic.com/Carolyn Costin, MA, MEd, LMFT, CEDS, FAED https://www.carolyn-costin.com/institute8 Keys to Recover from an Eating Disorder: Effective Strategies from Therapeutic Practice and Personal Experience (book) https://www.amazon.com/Keys-Recovery-Eating-Disorder-Therapeutic/dp/0393706958International Association of Eating Disorders Professionalshttp://www.iaedp.comJanina Fisherhttps://janinafisher.com/Book: Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma SurvivorsPolyvagal TheoryThe Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSWBefriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Internal Family Systems Richard Schwartz, PhDhttps://ifs-institute.com/Recommended Reading from Ali Manley:When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder by Dr. Lauren Mulheim (book) https://www.amazon.com/When-Your-Teen-Eating-Disorder/dp/1684030439Help Your Teenager Beat an Eating Disorder by James Lock, MD, PhD and Daniel Le Grange, PhD (book)  https://www.amazon.com/Help-Teenager-Eating-Disorder-Second/dp/146251748X/ref=pd_lpo_2?pd_rd_i=146251748X&psc=1 www.FEAST-ED.org   You can sign up for the (free) First 30 Days video series, which provides a lot of helpful education. There is also a parent FB forum associated with FEAST and numerous online support groups. Life Without Ed  by Jenni Schaefer (book)Produced by Jessica Warpula SchultzEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

In this episode, join us as we talk with Dr. Stephen Porges, author of, The Polyvagal Theory.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 300 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018).  He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1400 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, to improve language processing and state regulation.  Highlights of this podcast include: Trauma Vagus Nerve Voice Tone Polyvagal Theory Eye gaze patterns The effect of face masks in terms of engagement Pain and defense  Acoustic intervention Co-regulating Autonomic nervous system Organs Social Interaction Healing Neuro exercise Play Freeze response Neuroception And So Much More! To learn more about Dr. Porges, visit stephenporges.com or on Instagram at @polyvagalinstitute .

The Coming In of Coming of Coming Out explores the feelings of pride and shame experienced by members of the LGBTQIA+ community.  Jess and her guest Alexander Einsman, LMFT, discuss identity, relational wounding, shame, and the development of pride both in community and within one's relationship with Self.  Alexander, who specializes in psychodynamic therapy focused around LGBTQIA identity, the Queer shame -pride continuum, and trauma, provides strategies for cultivating pride within and healing the relational wound of shame.  Continue LearningAlexander Einsman, LMFThttp://www.atlasmadison.com/Outreach LGBTQ+ Community Centerhttps://www.outreachmadisonlgbt.org/Magic Pride Festival: https://www.outreachmagicfestival.org/Crystal Rasmussen, Author, Singer, Drag Artisthttps://www.ted.com/speakers/crystal_rasmussenBriarpatch Youth Services, Madison, WIhttps://youthsos.org/Brene Brown, PhDhttps://brenebrown.com/Janina Fisherhttps://janinafisher.com/Book: Healing the Fragmented Selves of Trauma SurvivorsKristin Neff, PhDhttps://self-compassion.org/Polyvagal TheoryThe Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSWBefriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Internal Family Systems Richard Schwartz, PhDhttps://ifs-institute.com/Recommended Reading from Alexander Einsman:Your Symphony of Selves: Discover and Understand More of Who We Are by James Fadiman, PhD, and Jordan Gruber, JDProduced by Jessica Warpula Schultz Edited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

THE CHRONICALLY THREATENED is an eye-opening episode with the creator of the Polyvagal Theory, Dr. Stephen Porges. In this episode, Dr. Porges and I talked about how the Polyvagal Theory relates to ADHD and why there is nothing 'wrong' with children who have been diagnosed with these so-called mental disorders (ADHD, ODD, Anxiety, Depression etc.). What if all these children were simply dealing with a nervous system that's locked in 'threat mode', due to chronically occurring traumatic events occurring in their environments. Now, when parents hear words such as threats or trauma, they typically only think of actual threats such as violence, divorce, abuse etc. But as Dr. Porges explains, for a highly sensitive child not much is needed to lock their nervous system while in threat mode... Listen in and hear for yourself to see if you can relate to what Dr. Porges shares around ADHD and his Polyvagal Theory. Stephen W. Porges, PhD, is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium within the Kinsey Institute.  He holds the position of Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  Dr. Porges served as president of both the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award.  He has published approximately 300 peer reviewed scientific papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. His research has been cited in approximately 40,000 peer review publications. In 1994 Dr. Porges proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe (Norton, 2017),co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018), and Polyvagal Safety (Norton, expected 2021). Dr. Porges is also the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol™, which currently is used by more than 2000 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement. For more information on Dr. Stephen W. Porges, please visit https://www.stephenporges.com For more information on this podcast, please visit www.adhdisover.com

Jess and her guest, Victoria Ellington-Deitz, LPC, RSMT, talk Somatic Expressive Therapy (SET).  A model of psychotherapy that brings the body ("somatic") and movement/journaling/the arts ("expressive") into the therapy process.  Victoria shares insight into the benefits of SET and how listeners can benefit, even from home. Continue Learning     -Somatic Expressive Therapy        Dan Leven, MPS, RSMT        Leven Institute for Expressive Movement  https://www.leveninstitute.com/  -The Polyvagal Theory          The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.           Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW          Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW          Stephen Porges, PhD. www.stephenporges.com          Deb Dana, LCSW  https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/    -Self-Compassion        Kristin Neff, PhD        *As mentioned in episode, "mindful self-compassion website": https://self-compassion.org/the-research/        Center for Healthy Minds, Madison, WI  https://centerhealthyminds.org/ Produced by Jessica Warpula SchultzEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

Harkening back to their 80's roots, Jess and Jeanne use the world of Cobra Kai, the hit Netflix show, to bring you original content explaining the Polyvagal Theory; the simple-yet-complex survival system all humans automatically use to bring balance to their lives. With passion and heart, J & J explore the childhood trauma of Johnny Lawrence and Daniel LaRusso. Looking with great detail at how Johnny and Daniel's survival responses influence not only their lives but 34 years later, the lives of their children and the students they mentor.   Continue Learning    -The Polyvagal Theory          The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.           Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW          Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW          Stephen Porges, PhD. www.stephenporges.com          Deb Dana, LCSW  https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/     -The Karate Kid         https://www.facebook.com/TheKarateKid/         https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Karate_Kid_(franchise)         https://www.sonypictures.com/movies/thekaratekid0     -Cobra Kai         Creators: Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg         https://www.netflix.com/title/81002370         https://www.facebook.com/CobraKaiSeries/         Intro song credits: Cobra Kai - Leo Birenberg and Zach Robinson                Arranged & Orchestrated by Carameii (fan-made arrangement https://youtu.be/UZVep20w5fw)         End song credits: Strike First - Leo Birenberg & Zach Robinson   Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz , Jeanne Kolker, and Jason A. SchultzEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzCobra Kai Audio Clip Editing and Mixing provided by Jason A. Schultz 

In today's episode, Jess and her guest Annie Forest talk MOVEMENT.  Movement isn't just about fitness! It is a full brain - body - mind experience that opens us up to deep connection, healing, and growth.    Annie is the owner of Forest Coaching and Studios.  She is 200 Hour Registered Yoga Teacher, a Strong First Level II Kettlebell Instructor, and Certified TRX instructor.  She'll share new ways to experience exercise. She'll give tips on "freeing up your brain to allow your body to move well", explain how to increase your understanding of your body as something that is empowering, and we'll talk about showing up for your Whole Self in - and out - of the gym. Continue Learning -Forest Coaching and Studios        https://www.forestcoachingandstudios.com/        Instagram: @forest_coaching        Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annieforesttrainer       *Learn more in Annie's free Cornerstones Class (a self-study course in neurology and the ways that mindfulness, metabolism and movement create a holistic approach to health) : https://www.forestcoachingandstudios.com/new-leadforest-method-digital-membership-1  -The Polyvagal Theory          The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.           Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW          Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW          Stephen Porges, PhD. www.stephenporges.com          Deb Dana, LCSW  https://www.rhythmofregulation.com/   -Z Health         https://zhealtheducation.com/  Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz Edited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

#170 This week, I had a truly incredible conversation with Dr. Stephen Porges. Stephen is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. During our conversation, we discuss the Polyvagal Theory, understanding anxiety, and ultimately, how we can go about healing our traumas. If you are feeling tension in your body as you’re reading this, then this episode is for you. About Stephen: Dr. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018).  He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1400 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, to improve language processing and state regulation. Stephen's Website: www.stephenporges.com Key points with time stamp: The Polyvagal Theory and the Process of Healing Traumas (00:00) Defining the Polyvagal Theory (00:06) What does it mean to be human following trauma from the pandemic? (01:52) The healing journey and learning to listen to your body (03:47) Practical tips on understanding and dealing with anxiety (08:48) Living in gratitude vs. living in threat (10:40) Vulnerability and trauma (14:37) Releasing trauma tension from the body (16:36) Meditation and healing trauma. Is it a good idea? (23:13) The role of exercise in the healing journey (26:29) Heart Rate Variability and the body (30:00) On Kundalini experiences (35:39) Can our nervous systems evolve and change? (38:52) The entanglement of health and being helpful to others (40:25) The Golden Verses of Pythagoras and Man’s Search for Meaning (44:59) How to stay away from toxic stress responses (47:06) Mentioned in this episode: The Polyvagal Theory HRV, Heart Rate Variability A Kundalini awakening Neuro-ception Patrick Mckeown The Oxygen Advantage, 2015. A book by Patrick Mckeown James Nestor The Golden Verses of Pythagoras, a book by Fabre D’olivet Man’s Search for Meaning, a book by Viktor Frankl About me: My Instagram: www.instagram.com/guyhlawrence/?hl=en My website: www.guylawrence.com.au www.liveinflow.co

Jess and her guest, Kelly Kendricks, have a conversation about the mental health of student athletes and the psychology of sports. While also looking at how the mind/body connection influences the athlete in all us. Kelly, a coach with 30 years of experience, discusses how families can support children and youth in developing their athletic potential.  Continue Learning:  Roberta Ann Smith (Kendricks)Benjamin Bloom. Developing the Talent of Young People.Polyvagal Theory The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. Related Articles: https://www.ncaa.org/sport-science-institute/mind-body-and-sport-how-being-injured-affects-mental-health   Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz Edited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

Dr Heather discusses Dr Porges' work with him regarding the polyvagal theory. This shows how different parts of the vagus nerve of the parasympathetic system respond to where we are emotionally. We used to think the vagus nerve is all about calm and generating GABA, the calming hormone, but that in fact isn't true. By understanding what moves us or keeps us in the ventral vagus, the healthy mode, shines light on how we can move through trauma and everything else. It also shows how important social engagement is as this affects the nervous system deeply and is why compassion and community are so important to healing. I love that he was able to figure this out. He's obviously one very smart dude!! Here is his bio.Dr. Stephen W. Porges is a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is also a professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and professor emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. His more than 350 peer‐reviewed scientific papers, published across several disciplines, have been cited in approximately 40,000 peer-reviewed papers. He holds several patents involved in monitoring and regulating autonomic state and originated the polyvagal theory, which emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-Regulation, The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, and Polyvagal Safety, as well as co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies, and Polyvagal Safety 

Amar Atma is a Board-Certified Chaplain who has specialized training to create peace and joy amidst the most challenging situations. Amar Atma is also a grief coach helping those who seek relief and peace. Because of his background in the hospital setting, he has a special connection to working with nurses and physicians, leading mind-body resilience presentations and events using his training in TCM & life coaching to create peace of mind amidst the challenges they faced together.Chaplains are trained in the art of presence and the power of transformation that can come from deep listening and spiritual reflection, but I truly believe that he was born with these gifts.  Amar Atma shifted my own trajectory back in our grad school days  and I am so thrilled to share this conversation with you. This conversation is important for people who play a supportive role to other humans and for anyone who has experienced a loss and is feeling an incomplete loop in the cycle. What You'll Learn in this Episode: The importance of advocacy and safety in trauma-informed containers of careThe necessary work of co-regulation for hospital staff and other humans who work in service of others What trauma is and why we need to integrate experiences from the Body levelGrief as a process of honour and love and how it can mutate if left unattendedThe distortion of  “good vibes only”References: “Kitchen Table Wisdom”  Rachel Naomi Remen, MD “Clinical Applications of The Polyvagal Theory”  Stephen W. Porges “The Body Keeps the Score”  Bessel Van der Kolk “On Death and Dying“  Elisabeth Kubler Ross, MD  “Daring Greatly”  Brene Brown Ph.D LMSW “Healing through the Dark Emotions”  Miriam Greenspan Your Speakers:Kat Lee  is an Intimacy + Relationship Coach, host of The Empowered Curiosity Podcast and Creator of The Heart Lab. She guides pattern-breakers to alchemize their emotions and embody their healing journey to cultivate intimacy as a spiritual practice. Kat Lee's Website // InstagramAmarAtma is a Board Certified Chaplain through the Spiritual Care Association (2018), with 4 units of Clinical Pastoral Education (2015), Ordination with Sikh Dharma International (2012), and a Master's Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine (2011). AmarAtma has extensive training in end of life care with speciality certifications in Advanced Palliative Care Chaplaincy, Crisis and Prevention Intervention, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Communication and Optimal Resolution.AmarAtma's Website //Instagram //LinkedinThis podcast is made possible with sound production by Andre Lagace.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/user?u=34245616)

Jess & Jeanne discuss trauma and how it impacts the mind, brain, and body.  They'll explore evidence-based, body-centered approaches used to help people deal with the difficulties caused by traumatic events.  As always, they'll teach simple, mind-body techniques listeners can use in everyday life to feel better.Continue Learning   -The Polyvagal Theory         The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D.          Polyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW         Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW    -Sensorimotor Psychotherapy         Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment. Pat Ogden & Janina Fisher        Trauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy. Pat Ogden, Kekuni    Minton, Clare Pain    -Trauma         Principles of Trauma Therapy.  John N. Briere, Catherine Scott         -Related articles:          Sweeney, A., Filson, B., Kennedy, A., Collinson, L., & Gillard, S. (2018). A paradigm shift: Relationships in trauma-informed mental health services. BJPsych Advances, 24(5), 319-333. doi:10.1192/bja.2018.29         Lyadurai, L., Blackwell, S., Meiser-Stedman, R. et al. Preventing intrusive memories after trauma via a brief intervention involving Tetris computer game play in the emergency department: a proof-of-concept randomized controlled trial. Mol Psychiatry 23, 674–682 (2018). https://doi.org/10.1038/mp.2017.23   -Notable Mentions:         Stephen Porges, PhD. www.stephenporges.com         Pat Ogden, PhD.  https://sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org/         Janina Fisher, PhD. https://janinafisher.com/         Peter Levine, PhD. https://traumahealing.org/         Mare Chapman, MA. https://www.marechapman.com/         Paul D. MacLean, MD. (Triune Brain)   Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz & Jeanne KolkerEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

Our conversation covered so much, including:Victoria's journey with her bodyHow Victoria found this book and why it is importantWhat is the polyvagel theory?The role of the vagus nerveHow the three states of fight/flight, immobilization and social connection work throughout the dayThe connection between the polyvagel theory and intuitive eating/body acceptanceHow limiting beliefs created confirmation bias for our experiences The role of emotions in our relationship to foodVictoria's funeral for her absWhy we really just want to fit inKeep Reading Everyone!LinksVictoria Evans IGVictoria Evans websiteWeighing In on Happy PodcastI Wish I Were Me websiteVirtual Book Club FB groupMastin KippBooksThe Polyvagel Theory by Stephen W. PorgesAnti-Diet by Christy HarrisonThe Goddess Revolution by Mel WellsThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk

Sources: Functions of the Vagus Nerve https://www.healthline.com/human-body-maps/vagus-nerve#diagramThe polyvagal theory: New insights into adaptive reactions of the autonomic nervous system- Stephen W. Porges, PhD https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3108032/pdf/nihms-299331.pdfInterpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) Basicshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interpersonal_neurobiology"Ployvagal Theory in Practice" - Dee Wagner, LPC, BC-DMThttps://ct.counseling.org/2016/06/polyvagal-theory-practice/ "Polyvagal Theory in Psychotherapy: Practical Applications for PTSD Treatment" - Dr. Arielle Schwartz https://drarielleschwartz.com/polyvagal-theory-in-psychotherapy-dr-arielle-schwartz/#.YGHrLC1h1aq"A Polyvagal Primer" - Deb Dana, LCSW https://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/blog/details/1601/a-polyvagal-primer"Mindfulness and Neural Integration" Ted Talk - Dan Siegel, MDhttps://youtu.be/LiyaSr5aehoPolyvagal Exercise Example- "The Basic Exercise": http://jay-fields.com/the-basic-exerciseThank you for listening. We appreciate your feedback, please rate and review wherever you listen. If you like the show, please subscribe and share with a friend!———Stay in touch at www.musictherapyandbeyond.comFollow us on Instagram @musictherapyandbeyondFollow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/musictherapyandbeyondEmail us at musictherapyandbeyond@gmail.com

Jess & Jeanne begin a conversation about what the mind/body connection is and why it's important. You'll learn how the brain differs from the mind, how the body works in relationship to our brain and nervous system, as well as how the body influences our mind, emotions, thoughts, and memories.  Continue LearningThe Polyvagal Theory The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. www.stephenporges.com Deb DanaPolyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW www.rhythmofregulation.com Pat OgdenSensorimotor Psychotherapy Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment. Pat Ogden & Janina FisherTrauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy. Pat Ogden, Kekuni Minton, Clare Pain www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org Neuroscience Neuroscience for Change: A Compassion-Based Program for Personal Transformation. Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D.  Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz & Jeanne KolkerEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

Jess and Jeanne, licensed mental health professionals, conclude their talk about the mind/body connection. Sharing information about the Polyvagal Theory, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, and other trauma-informed approaches to wellbeing. Listeners will learn why safety is an essential component of mind/body work, how a person can begin to create safety, and how listening to the wisdom of they body is one of the first steps to healing.  Continue LearningThe Polyvagal Theory The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation.  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. www.stephenporges.com Deb DanaPolyvagal Theory in Therapy: Engaging the Rhythm of Regulation.  Deborah A. Dana, LCSW Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Deborah A. Dana, LCSW www.rhythmofregulation.com Pat OgdenSensorimotor Psychotherapy Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Interventions for Trauma and Attachment. Pat Ogden & Janina FisherTrauma and the Body: A Sensorimotor Approach to Psychotherapy. Pat Ogden, Kekuni Minton, Clare Pain www.sensorimotorpsychotherapy.org Neuroscience Neuroscience for Change: A Compassion-Based Program for Personal Transformation. Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D. Yoga Bo Forbes www.boforbes.com   Produced by Jessica Warpula Schultz & Jeanne KolkerEdited by Jessica Warpula SchultzMusic by Jason A. Schultz

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Stephen Porges, and we’ll be talking about how to create safety with reciprocal cues within a relationship from a polyvagal perspective. Polyvagal theory helps us understand how our nervous systems operate and how we can support our ability to be more present and open with another. Stephen encourages us to consider how we typically view various aspects of relationship: the ways we experience attraction and bonding and our sense of love and long-term relationship. Through these understandings, we can improve our relationship by developing more connection, security and safety within our bonds. Listen in to learn how our mammalian vagal pathway is linked to our facial expressions, how past trauma can affect your physical state from a polyvagal perspective, and why we need to respect and honor our feelings and bodies. (Please listen to the podcast episode or read the transcript to hear explanations, stories, and examples.) Bio:  Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol™ , currently used by more than 1500 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Porges and Dr. Jessica Higgins discuss:  How the polyvagal theory relates to the couple experience How our physiological state impacts our relationships with other people What coregulation is and how it influences our interactions Why the physiological state we are in can bias our decision-making The important difference between being welcomed versus experiencing a reaction from another What is happening for people when they shut down and disassociate  How gut problems can occur when our nervous system is shut down or in the dorsal response Why trauma-based behavior often results in a state of becoming disembodied The importance of social systems and how they may or may not support our nervous system and functioning The initial stages of romance from a polyvagal perspective The relationship between vulnerability and sitting still with people who have experienced trauma How we can misunderstand the physiological state of someone’s facial expression and voice How our interactions and relationships affect our health Two major components of creating a stable, healthy relationship   Mentioned The Polyvagal Institute (website) Stephen Porges (website) Pick up Stephen's Book Integrated Listening   Connect with Dr. Jessica Higgins   Facebook: facebook.com/EmpoweredRelationship  Instagram: instagram.com/drjessicahiggins  Podcast:https://www.marisatcohen.com/book.html  Pinterest: pinterest.com/EmpowerRelation  LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/drjessicahiggins  Twitter: @DrJessHiggins  Website: drjessicahiggins.com   Email: jessica@drjessicahiggins.com If you have a topic you would like me to discuss, please contact me by clicking on the “Ask Dr. Jessica Higgins” button here.  Thank you so much for your interest in improving your relationship.  Also, I would so appreciate your honest rating and review. Please leave a review by clicking here.  Thank you!   

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a researcher and professor best known as the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), as well as several other books on Polyvagal Theory. Stephen is also the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™, which currently is used by more than 2000 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement.   What He Shares: Why he wears glasses for virtual meetings Why we’re still able to co-regulate when we’re all wearing masks The intersection of sex hormones and polyvagal theory   What You’ll Hear: The subtle cues our bodies respond to during virtual contact Landing in the co-regulatory aspects of online work or classes How your openness and intention to connect impacts people you’re interacting with The importance of the orbital muscles in non-verbal communication How beauty standards impact our accessibility of interpersonal regulation Cultural interpretation of facial muscles How our nervous system responds to various perceived threats, including cultural and religious teachings Locating your resources for settling Co-regulating with the natural world The importance of in-person community for parents and children Oxytocin’s role in co-regulation between mother and baby Fawning vs appeasement The evolutionary value of appeasement Differentiating between an objective event and how it actually registered in your nervous system. Understanding the autonomic nature of both openness and defensive responses Being a good student of your body Being a ‘good enough’ co-regulator The power of authentic connections Reducing social distance, even while physically distance is important

Join us for this exciting interview and learn about the Polyvagal Theory and autonomic physiology.In 1994 Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018). He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by more than 1400 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement.Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium and is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in mental and physical health.https://www.stephenporges.com

Stephen W. Porges, PhD. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behaviour and emphasises the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioural problems and psychiatric disorders. He has published more than 300 peer-reviewed papers across numerous behavioural and neurobiological disciplines. On this podcast, Dr Porges explains the Polyvagal Theory, including the biological effects of perceived safety or danger and the resulting impact on our social behaviour. He describes his music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol, that is used by more than 1,400 therapists to reduce hearing sensitivities and increase emotional control and behavioural organisation. He also discusses how the threat of COVID-19 can impact neurophysiology, and he shares practical strategies for creating feelings of safety. Here’s the outline of this interview with Stephen Porges: [00:00:14] Sue carter podcast: Oxytocin: More Than Just a “Love Hormone”. [00:02:25] Book: The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology), by Stephen Porges. [00:02:38] Book: The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe (Norton Series on Interpersonal Neurobiology), by Stephen Porges. [00:04:06] Polyvagal theory, described. [00:12:28] Social behaviour as a noninvasive vagal nerve stimulator. [00:14:36] Book: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships, by Marshall B. Rosenberg. [00:14:44] Book: I Hear You: The Surprisingly Simple Skill Behind Extraordinary Relationships, by Michael S. Sorensen. [00:15:05] Biological rudeness. [00:15:57] Argument as a shift in physiological state. [00:16:38] We are terrible listeners. [00:21:43] Humor - the violation of expectancy within the containment of safety. [00:25:46] It's not what you say, it's how you say it. [00:27:13] Extracting human voices. [00:29:41] Sociality is a product of our body feeling safe. [00:30:57] Auditory hypersensitivity in autism. [00:34:22] The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). [00:38:57] Study validating SSP: Porges, Stephen W., et al. "Reducing auditory hypersensitivities in autistic spectrum disorder: preliminary findings evaluating the listening project protocol." Frontiers in Pediatrics 2 (2014): 80. [00:39:29] Polyvagal Study Group on Facebook. [00:41:15] COVID-19, the effect on neurophysiology; Article: Porges, S. W. "The COVID-19 Pandemic is a paradoxical challenge to our nervous system: a Polyvagal Perspective." Clin Neuropsychiatry 17 (2020): 135-8. [00:46:53] Creating feelings of safety. [00:50:50] Posture, dance; Yoga: Sullivan, Marlysa B., et al. "Yoga therapy and polyvagal theory: The convergence of traditional wisdom and contemporary neuroscience for self-regulation and resilience." Frontiers in human neuroscience 12 (2018): 67. [00:51:37] Article: Porges, Stephen W. "Vagal pathways: Portals to compassion." The Oxford handbook of compassion science (2017): 189-204. [00:54:41] Youtube videos featuring Stephen Porges. [00:55:24] Deb Dana, LCSW. [00:56:23] Stanford University’s The Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE); Videos: 1. CCARE Science of Compassion 2014: The Psychophysiology of Compassion, 2. The Science of Compassion: Origins, Measures, and Interventions - Stephen Porges, PhD. [00:56:56] Video on spirituality: Dr Stephen Porges speaks about spirituality concepts from a Polyvagal perspective. [00:57:00] Article in Spectrum Newsletter: Brain-body connection may ease autistic people’s social problems, by Stephen Porges. [00:58:00] Dr Porges’s website.

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with professor of psychiatry and neuroscientist Stephen Porges about the polyvagal theory. Dr. Porges explains the transformative power of feeling safe to keep us healthy. Using clinical examples from the treatment of pain and trauma, he illustrates how the nervous system responds to cues of safety or threat in the environment to alter the body’s physiology and either promote or inhibit healing.  He discusses how these responses act as a kind of co-regulation in our social interactions with others as a critical component of building trust. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences.

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom continues his discussion with professor of psychiatry and neuroscientist Stephen Porges about the polyvagal theory. Dr. Porges explains the transformative power of feeling safe to keep us healthy. Using clinical examples from the treatment of pain and trauma, he illustrates how the nervous system responds to cues of safety or threat in the environment to alter the body's physiology and either promote or inhibit healing.  He discusses how these responses act as a kind of co-regulation in our social interactions with others as a critical component of building trust.Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences.

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with professor of psychiatry and neuroscientist Stephen Porges about the polyvagal theory. He outlines the important role played by the sympathetic and para-sympathetic nervous system in governing our response to threats, whether it is from disease, chronic pain or other environmental threats. He also discusses the implications for treatment and why it is important to calm down the nervous system to promote healing. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences.

In this episode, Dr. David Hanscom talks with professor of psychiatry and neuroscientist Stephen Porges about the polyvagal theory. He outlines the important role played by the sympathetic and para-sympathetic nervous system in governing our response to threats, whether it is from disease, chronic pain or other environmental threats. He also discusses the implications for treatment and why it is important to calm down the nervous system to promote healing.Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences.

In this 3-minute video, Stephen Porges talks about finding meaning in these difficult times: “Perhaps this challenging period is directing us to what our real goal in life is. And that is to relate to others, to connect.” See PDF transcript – See also 日本語のPDF. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he […]

In this 3-minute video, Stephen Porges talks about finding meaning in these difficult times: “Perhaps this challenging period is directing us to what our real goal in life is. And that is to relate to others, to connect.” See PDF transcript – See also 日本語のPDF. See also:  Stephen Porges on why and how to connect. Stephen W. Porges, […]

During these difficult times, you can help other people, and help yourself, by reaching out. In this 4-minute video, Stephen Porges talks about listening and connecting. See also PDF transcript and 日本語のPDF. How you can do it See the short video describing Active Listening. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D., is Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he […]

Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium within the Kinsey Institute.  He holds the position of Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina and Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of both the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award.  He has published more than 300 peer reviewed scientific papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018). He is the creator of a patented music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol™, which currently is used by more than 1200 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement.

Stress and anxiety levels are high right now due to the spread of the COVID-19 virus. In this episode, Dr. Stephen Porges offers us a model of our physiology of threat and strategies to boost feelings of safeness, especially with COVID-19 anxiety. Through the lens of Polyvagal theory, Dr. Porges and Diana explore what it means to be human in the face of infectious disease, trauma, and global uncertainty. “To be able to be supportive to those who are around us if they're feeling anxious or uncomfortable, we can't just say to them, ‘forget it, it's not important.’ Polyvagal Theory says our goal, our responsibility, is to support those around us so that they feel safer.”Dr. Stephen Porges Listen and Learn: How Debbie and Diana are responding to current their own COVID-19 anxiety.What “prosocial distancing” is, and how you can participate.Debbie and Diana’s tips for refocusing on values, improving mental health, and maintaining social connection.How the Vagus Nerve regulates our response to stress.The heart-face connection and its role in feeling safe.Why your eyes and voice matter in co-regulating others. How the Polyvagal Theory informs our current understanding of trauma and treatment.The benefits of chanting, singing, and breathing together! Stephen Porges About Dr. Stephen Porges Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He has published more than 300 peer-reviewed papers across several disciplines including anesthesiology, biomedical engineering, critical care medicine, ergonomics, exercise physiology, gerontology, neurology, neuroscience, obstetrics, pediatrics, psychiatry, psychology, psychometrics, space medicine, and substance abuse. In 1994 he proposed the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that links the evolution of the mammalian autonomic nervous system to social behavior and emphasizes the importance of the physiological state in the expression of behavioral problems and psychiatric disorders. The theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the mechanisms mediating symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders. He is the author of The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation (Norton, 2011), The Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe, (Norton, 2017) and co-editor of Clinical Applications of the Polyvagal Theory: The Emergence of Polyvagal-Informed Therapies (Norton, 2018).  He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™, which currently is used by more than 1400 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement. Resources: The Safe and Sound Protocol by Stephen PorgesMore information about Stephen Porges Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation by Stephen PorgesThe Pocket Guide to the Polyvagal Theory: The Transformative Power of Feeling Safe by Stephen PorgesSanta Barbara Song Circles Facebook group: Community Singing Network of the Central CoastWorldwide Song Circles: singworldwide.org Sponsor:  Praxis Continuing Education ACT BootCamp® Save $50 off registration! Related Psychologists Off The Clock Episodes A Gift For You: Pranayama Breathing MeditationEpisode 44.

After a long walk with our newborn baby and my wife this week, I had a realization that there is a magnificence, awe and wonder to newborns.  They have no preconceptions about people and they are pure light. As we were walking, I started thinking about CONNECTION, and how important it is. And then a flood of questions entered my mind...Where does connection come from?Why can I just stare at my baby for hours?Why do I feel so calm in her presence?The answer lies in your nervous system, specifically, the Vagus nerve.  And there's a scientific explanation to the effect connection has on our lives. Are you connected? Dive in now.Show Notes:Here is the Harvard Study I mention about relationships being good for the brain.Here is where you can find Stephen W. Porges' work on the Polyvagal Theory.Connect with me:Instagram | @danielkimbleydcFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/daniel.kimbley.5Medium | https://medium.com/@danielkimbleyConnect with Nexus Family Chiropractic:Instagram | @nexusfamilychiropracticFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/nexusfamilychiropractic/YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbUzsA22gT7UseaFy-rzkVg?view_as=subscriberWeb | https://www.nexusfamilychiropractic.com/

On daily neuroliteracy, teaching your nervous system to listen expansively, and five profound yet simple steps to shift unintentional programs to intentional responses. Lisa Wimberger is the founder of the Neurosculpting® Institute. She holds a Masters Degree in Education, a Foundations Certification in NeuroLeadership, and Certificates in Medical Neuroscience, Visual Perception, and the Brain, and Neurobiology. She is the author of NEW BELIEFS, NEW BRAIN: Free Yourself from Stress and Fear, and NEUROSCULPTING: A Whole-Brain Approach to Heal Trauma, Rewrite Limiting Beliefs, and Find Wholeness. As the Founder of the Neurosculpting® modality, Lisa runs a private meditation practice in Colorado teaching clients who suffer from stress disorders, and she is a faculty member of Kripalu Yoga and Meditation Center, the Law Enforcement Survival Institute, Omega Institute, and 1440 Multiversity. Lisa’s experience with seizures [2:14] The impetuous behind NeuroSculpting. Learning the language of the body [6:02] Physical practices. Neurogenic Tremor release [10:45] The method of NeuroSculpting [12:20] Step one. Priming the nervous system to be listening in a parasympathetic, rest and digest way [13:45] The two different ways into the nervous system [17:14] The physical practice of shaking or Neurogenic Tremoring to regulate the nervous system [18:33] Step two. Enhance focused attention. Prefrontal cortex. The value of benign novelty [20:29] Step Three. Increase activity between the analytical and the intuitive self [23:08] Step Four. The body has portals into our psyche. How the brain values synchronicity [28.19] Step Five. Bookmarking an experience with a word [33:19] Lisa’s vision for the future [36:44] What to do after a fight with someone you love [40:11] Hand gestures [44:33] Children’s book. The Monster Under Your Bed [46:10] Lisa’s work with refugees [48:36] Resources NeuroSculpting by Lisa Wimberger NeuroSculpting Institute The Monster Under Your Bed by Lisa Wimberger The Polyvagal Theory by Stephen W. Porges Waking the Tiger by Peter Levine Neurogenic Tremor Release by Doctor David Berceli The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. The Warrior One Neurosculpting course for Nurses, Psychologists, Social Workers Girls on Fire leaders

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Polyvagal Theory is about the biology of opening our hearts. Cool, huh? What is all this fuss about the vagal nerve and the flurry of interventions developed around it? Find out the facts directly from the father of Polyvagal Theory, award-winning neuroscientist Dr. Stephen Porges. In this episode, he speaks with co-host Sue Marriott LCSW, CGP to discuss this ground-breaking discovery about the biology of threat and safety which explains so much about human behavior and psychological disturbances. Rest assured,this isn’t just about our brains, it’s about the biology of opening our hearts. This episode will be followed by another updated primer on Polyvagal Theory, so stay tuned. Who is Dr. Porges? Stephen W. Porges PhD is the father of the Polyvagal Theory, which has led to groundbreaking shifts in our understanding of how the nervous system responds to threat and trauma. Through his extensive career, he has published over 300 peer-reviewed articles crossing numerous disciplines from anesthesiology to space medicine.  The Polyvagal Theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders.   Dr. Porges is a “Distinguished University Scientist” at the Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. He is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He holds the position of Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina as well as Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He previously served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences. He is also a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. Episode 93 Show Notes: Introducing Dr. Porges and The Polyvagal Theory (PVT) We love it because what we’re interested here in this community is how can learn and use neuroscience and the relational sciences in order to heal. It’s not just for our brains; it’s for our hearts. And it’s for creating secure connections in the world. The Truth: Beyond Vagal Nerve Pop Culture Awareness of the Vagus is great, but Dr Porges gets concerned when people get enamored with the Vagus The nerve is really just a conduit. It’s a highway of bringing information from the body to the brain and from the brain to the body. You have to change the information, not fix the nerve. It’s supposed to be an understanding of how our body changes state and the connection of our brain to our body and our body to our brain. It was the foundation of brain-body science and medicine. Polyvagal Theory Origins 1994 – presented as the subject of Dr Porges’ presidential address to the Society for Psychophysiological Research A rediscovery of what had already been observed presented from a new perspective 1995 – Polyvagal Theory is published The Backstory: The original research began as an attempt to develop a methodology for dynamic measurement of normal heart regulation of fetuses through the process of childbirth. Initially, Dr. Porges thought he discovered a way of measuring the Vagal influence: when the body is regulating, it’s in a good physiological state, resilient, and can survive delivery. The Paradox The situation: baby suffers from hypoxia, resulting in clinical apnea (stop breathing) or clinical bradycardia (heart rate drops) Dr Porges’ view: bradycardia indicates protective Vagal response Neonatologist and pediatrician view: bradycardia indicates a lethal Vagal response Both are right, but how? They are two different branches of the same system. How branches emerge, and their effects are built into the nervous system. The protective Vagal circuit (branch 1) is a newer Mammalian Vagal circuit, which preterm babies often aren’t born with. During severe stress,

Polyvagal Theory is about the biology of opening our hearts. Cool, huh? What is all this fuss about the vagal nerve and the flurry of interventions developed around it? Find out the facts directly from the father of Polyvagal Theory, award-winning neuroscientist Dr. Stephen Porges. In this episode, he speaks with co-host Sue Marriott LCSW, CGP to discuss this ground-breaking discovery about the biology of threat and safety which explains so much about human behavior and psychological disturbances. Rest assured,this isn’t just about our brains, it’s about the biology of opening our hearts. This episode will be followed by another updated primer on Polyvagal Theory, so stay tuned. Who is Dr. Porges?Stephen W. Porges PhD is the father of the Polyvagal Theory, which has led to groundbreaking shifts in our understanding of how the nervous system responds to threat and trauma. Through his extensive career, he has published over 300 peer-reviewed articles crossing numerous disciplines from anesthesiology to space medicine.  The Polyvagal Theory is leading to innovative treatments based on insights into the symptoms observed in several behavioral, psychiatric, and physical disorders.   Dr. Porges is a “Distinguished University Scientist” at the Kinsey Institute, Indiana University. He is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium. He holds the position of Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina as well as Professor Emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He previously served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences. He is also a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award.  Episode 93 Show Notes:Introducing Dr. Porges and The Polyvagal Theory (PVT)We love it because what we’re interested here in this community is how can learn and use neuroscience and the relational sciences in order to heal. It’s not just for our brains; it’s for our hearts. And it’s for creating secure connections in the world. The Truth: Beyond Vagal Nerve Pop CultureAwareness of the Vagus is great, but Dr Porges gets concerned when people get enamored with the Vagus The nerve is really just a conduit. It’s a highway of bringing information from the body to the brain and from the brain to the body. You have to change the information, not fix the nerve. It’s supposed to be an understanding of how our body changes state and the connection of our brain to our body and our body to our brain. It was the foundation of brain-body science and medicine. Polyvagal Theory Origins1994 – presented as the subject of Dr Porges’ presidential address to the Society for Psychophysiological Research A rediscovery of what had already been observed presented from a new perspective 1995 – Polyvagal Theory is published The Backstory:The original research began as an attempt to develop a methodology for dynamic measurement of normal heart regulation of fetuses through the process of childbirth. Initially, Dr. Porges thought he discovered a way of measuring the Vagal influence: when the body is regulating, it’s in a good physiological state, resilient, and can survive delivery. The ParadoxThe situation: baby suffers from hypoxia, resulting in clinical apnea (stop breathing) or clinical bradycardia (heart rate drops) Dr Porges’ view: bradycardia indicates protective Vagal response Neonatologist and pediatrician view: bradycardia indicates a lethal Vagal response Both are right, but how?They are two different branches of the same system. How branches emerge, and their effects are built into the nervous system. The protective Vagal circuit (branch 1) is a newer Mammalian Vagal circuit, which preterm babies often aren’t born... Support this podcast

Happy New Year! In this special episode, Jayson shares his candid thoughts on what worked for the Smart Couple Podcast last year, what did not and the changes planned for 2018. We also get Jayson's top ten episodes list from 2017.   SHOWNOTES The Smart Couple Podcast: Reflections on 2017 and Plans for 2018 [4:00] What's The Relationship School Have In Store for 2018? [12:00] Jayson's 2017 Top Ten Episodes List [17:00] Hidden Power Of Conflict – Annie Lalla – SC 88 How To Deal With An Avoidant Partner & Interpersonal Stress – Stan Tatkin – SC 104 The Neuroscience & Power of Safe Relationships – Stephen W. Porges – SC 116 Ayahuasca, Trauma, & Relationships – Dr. Gabor Maté – SC 134 The 4 Freedoms That Develop Masculine Depth & Purpose – Satyen Raja – SC 140 The Trap of Becoming Your Partner’s Therapist – Danielle LaPorte – SC 146 My Wife On How To Repair After A Ruptured Connection – Ellen Boeder – SC 152 Setting Boundaries With Ease, Grace and Love – Terri Cole – SC 156 Interpersonal Neurobiology – Dan Siegel – SC 158 Why Spiritually Developed People Struggle With Monogamy – Ellen & Jayson – SC 176

Have you ever wondered why you struggle to learn something new when you are stressed? Do you wonder why you or your partner are so damn sensitive? Well, there's a scientific reason for all of this and in this week's episode, I interview the man who developed the polyvagal theory. He's a real pioneer and someone who cares a lot about you feeling safe, in life, and in your relationships. Stephen Porgess is about to give you a big download on why you might not feel safe and what you can do about it. Bottom line? We cover the neuroscience of safe relationships and how to create them. SHOWNOTES Why we need relationships to keep our nervous systems calm [16:00] How neuroscience understands ‘intimacy’ [21:00] Marriage before, during and after kids [25:00] What to do next time you feel yourself triggered and activated [29:00] How safety and creativity are linked [32:00] Using your tone of voice to facilitate more safety in your interactions [43:00] The surprising truth about our happiest childhood memories [55:00] Why you should never work anything out over the phone [57:00]

In Part II of our exploration of polyvagal theory, with psychotherapists and co-hosts of this podcast, Ann Kelley, Patty Olwell and Sue Marriott we talk about strategies to help us engage our ventral vagal or social engagement system to calm our nervous system. We review how our nervous system appraises safety and danger. Then they discuss how to harness the knowledge and make it usable in real life. Polyvagal Theory Revisited Stephen Porges developed polyvagal theory, which explains our nervous system’s response to stress or danger. It describes a three part hierarchical system. The first, the ventral vagal is described in the podcast as a safety system or green zone. The second is activation. This is the sympathetic nervous system getting us ready for fight or flight. In the podcast described as an activated red zone. The third system is the dorsal vagal, which is immobilization or freeze. In the podcast described as an immobilized red zone. How Does Polyvagal Theory Work? The theory describes how we assess stress or danger based on cues in the environment. If we begin to sense stress our sympathetic or activation system begins to kick in. Then we attempt to engage our ventral vegal or social engagement system (the green zone). If that doesn’t work, the threat persists or intensifies we employ our activation system. We get ready to take action. Our heart rate increases to prepare us for fight or flight. Then if the threat is too large or we can’t escape the system of last resort, the dorsal vagal takes over. How Understanding Polyvagal Theory Can Help Me Regulate Stress Today most of us are not chasing saber-toothed tigers through the jungle. So the stressors and dangers we face are often interpersonal. We can often because of our own personal histories misread the environmental cues. If we walk into a party and don’t see a familiar face our sympathetic nervous system can get activated. If we understand from polyvagal theory that we have a social engagement system and that engaging it will calm us down, we then have strategies that we can use. We can look for a friendly face and start a conversation. We can find someone we know at the party and make contact. This understanding gives us choices when we want to calm ourselves or help our children, partners or friends calm their nervous systems. Important Concepts Vagus Nerve – 10th cranial nerve and part of the parasympathetic nervous system. Has two branches and acts as a brake on the sympathetic nervous system. Ventral Vagal – The newer myelinated branch of the vagus that developed in mammals. Controls the social engagement system. Dorsal Vagal- More primitive unmyelinated branch of the vagus nerve. Acts as a Sympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that controls activation. Parasympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that inhibits the sympathetic nervous system Neuroception – Porges term that describes how our nervous system assesses whether people or places are safe, dangerous or life threatening RESOURCES: Additional resources for this episode: Stephen W. Porges -The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation These and other resources have been collected for you on our Resources page!   Tweet

IN THIS EPISODE:Increase Your Cool By Managing Your Ventral Vagal SystemShow NotesIn Part II of our exploration of polyvagal theory, with psychotherapists and co-hosts of this podcast, Ann Kelley, Patty Olwell and Sue Marriott we talk about strategies to help us engage our ventral vagal or social engagement system to calm our nervous system. We review how our nervous system appraises safety and danger. Then they discuss how to harness the knowledge and make it usable in real life. Polyvagal Theory RevisitedStephen Porges developed polyvagal theory, which explains our nervous system’s response to stress or danger. It describes a three part hierarchical system. The first, the ventral vagal is described in the podcast as a safety system or green zone. The second is activation. This is the sympathetic nervous system getting us ready for fight or flight. In the podcast described as an activated red zone. The third system is the dorsal vagal, which is immobilization or freeze. In the podcast described as an immobilized red zone. How Does Polyvagal Theory WorkThe theory describes how we assess stress or danger based on cues in the environment. If we begin to sense stress our sympathetic or activation system begins to kick in. Then we attempt to engage our ventral vegal or social engagement system (the green zone). If that doesn’t work, the threat persists or intensifies we employ our activation system. We get ready to take action. Our heart rate increases to prepare us for fight or flight. Then if the threat is too large or we can’t escape the system of last resort, the dorsal vegal takes over. How Understanding Polyvagal Theory Can Help Me Regulate StressToday most of us are not chasing saber-toothed tigers through the jungle. So the stressors and dangers we face are often interpersonal. We can often because of our own personal histories misread the environmental cues. If we walk into a party and don’t see a familiar face our sympathetic nervous system can get activated. If we understand from polyvagal theory that we have a social engagement system and that engaging it will calm us down, we then have strategies that we can use. We can look for a friendly face and start a conversation. We can find someone we know at the party and make contact. This understanding gives us choices when we want to calm ourselves or help our children, partners or friends calm their nervous systems. Important ConceptsVagus Nerve – 10th cranial nerve and part of the parasympathetic nervous system. Has two branches and acts as a brake on the sympathetic nervous system. Ventral Vagal – The newer myelinated branch of the vagus that developed in mammals. Controls the social engagement system. Dorsal Vagal- More primitive unmyelinated branch of the vagus nerve. Acts as a Sympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that controls activation. Parasympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that inhibits the sympathetic nervous system Neuroception – Porges term that describes how our nervous system assesses whether people or places are safe, dangerous or life threatening RESOURCES: (https://www.therapistuncensored.com/resources/) Additional resources for this episode: Stephen W. Porges -The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation These and other resources have been collected for you on our Resources page! (https://www.therapistuncensored.com/resources/)   Tweet (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.therapistuncensored.com%2Fincrease-your-cool-managing-your-ventral-vagal-system%2F&via=austinshrinks) Support this podcast

Unpack the science behind the Polyvagal theory, with psychotherapists and co-hosts of this podcast, Ann Kelley, Patty Olwell and Sue Marriott as they explore how our nervous system appraises safety and danger. Then they discuss how to harness the knowledge and make it usable in real life. What Is Polyvagal Theory? Stephen Porges developed polyvagal theory, which explains our nervous system’s response to stress or danger. It describes a three part hierarchical system. The first, the ventral vagal is described in the podcast as a safety system or green zone. The second is activation. This is the sympathetic nervous system getting us ready for fight or flight. In the podcast described as an activated red zone. The third system is the dorsal vagal, which is immobilization or freeze. In the podcast described as an immobilized red zone. How Does Polyvagal Theory Work? The theory describes how we assess stress or danger based on cues in the environment. If we begin to sense stress our sympathetic or activation system begins to kick in. Then we attempt to engage our ventral vegal or social engagement system (the green zone). If that doesn’t work, the threat persists or intensifies we employ our activation system. We get ready to take action. Our heart rate increases to prepare us for fight or flight. Then if the threat is too large or we can’t escape the system of last resort, the dorsal vegal takes over. How Understanding Polyvagal Theory Can Help Me Regulate Stress Today most of us are not chasing saber-toothed tigers through the jungle. So the stressors and dangers we face are often interpersonal. We can often because of our own personal histories misread the environmental cues. If we walk into a party and don’t see a familiar face our sympathetic nervous system can get activated. If we understand from polyvagal theory that we have a social engagement system and that engaging it will calm us down, we then have strategies that we can use. We can look for a friendly face and start a conversation. We can find someone we know at the party and make contact. This understanding gives us choices when we want to calm ourselves or help our children, partners or friends calm their nervous systems. Important Concepts Vagus Nerve – 10th cranial nerve and part of the parasympathetic nervous system. Has two branches and acts as a brake on the sympathetic nervous system. Ventral Vagal – The newer myelinated branch of the vagus that developed in mammals. Controls the social engagement system. Dorsal Vagal- More primitive unmyelinated branch of the vagus nerve. Acts as a Sympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that controls activation. Parasympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that inhibits the sympathetic nervous system Neuroception – Porges term that describes how our nervous system assesses whether people or places are safe, dangerous or life threatening   RESOURCES: Additional resources for this episode: Stephen W. Porges -The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation These and other resources have been collected for you on our Resources page!   Tweet

Unpack the science behind the polyvagal theory, with psychotherapists and co-hosts of this podcast, Ann Kelley, Patty Olwell and Sue Marriott as they explore how our nervous system appraises safety and danger. Then they discuss how to harness the knowledge and make it usable in real life. What Is Polyvagal TheoryStephen Porges developed polyvagal theory, which explains our nervous system’s response to stress or danger. It describes a three part hierarchical system. The first, the ventral vagal is described in the podcast as a safety system or green zone. The second is activation. This is the sympathetic nervous system getting us ready for fight or flight. In the podcast described as an activated red zone. The third system is the dorsal vagal, which is immobilization or freeze. In the podcast described as an immobilized red zone. How Does Polyvagal Theory WorkThe theory describes how we assess stress or danger based on cues in the environment. If we begin to sense stress our sympathetic or activation system begins to kick in. Then we attempt to engage our ventral vegal or social engagement system (the green zone). If that doesn’t work, the threat persists or intensifies we employ our activation system. We get ready to take action. Our heart rate increases to prepare us for fight or flight. Then if the threat is too large or we can’t escape the system of last resort, the dorsal vegal takes over. How Understanding Polyvagal Theory Can Help Me Regulate StressToday most of us are not chasing saber-toothed tigers through the jungle. So the stressors and dangers we face are often interpersonal. We can often because of our own personal histories misread the environmental cues. If we walk into a party and don’t see a familiar face our sympathetic nervous system can get activated. If we understand from polyvagal theory that we have a social engagement system and that engaging it will calm us down, we then have strategies that we can use. We can look for a friendly face and start a conversation. We can find someone we know at the party and make contact. This understanding gives us choices when we want to calm ourselves or help our children, partners or friends calm their nervous systems. Important ConceptsVagus Nerve – 10th cranial nerve and part of the parasympathetic nervous system. Has two branches and acts as a brake on the sympathetic nervous system. Ventral Vagal – The newer myelinated branch of the vagus that developed in mammals. Controls the social engagement system. Dorsal Vagal- More primitive unmyelinated branch of the vagus nerve. Acts as a Sympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that controls activation. Parasympathetic Nervous System – part of the autonomic nervous system that inhibits the sympathetic nervous system Neuroception – Porges term that describes how our nervous system assesses whether people or places are safe, dangerous or life threatening   RESOURCES: (https://www.therapistuncensored.com/resources/) Additional resources for this episode: Stephen W. Porges -The Polyvagal Theory: Neurophysiological Foundations of Emotions, Attachment, Communication, and Self-regulation These and other resources have been collected for you on our Resources page! (https://www.therapistuncensored.com/resources/)   Tweet (https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.therapistuncensored.com%2Ftu18-polyvagal-theory%2F&via=austinshrinks) Support this podcast

Stephen W. Porges, PhD, is a professor of psychiatry and the director of the Brain-Body Center at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He is a former president of the Society for Psychological Research and also the Federation of Behavioral, Psychological, and Cognitive Sciences.  He is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental […]

In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Stephen Porges, the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, to the podcast. Dr. Porges discusses the impact of trauma histories on our relationships and behaviors – sharing Polyvagal Theory's role in our physiological responses. We also discuss post-pandemic societal shifts, navigating the challenges of societal evaluation, the impact of social media, and ethical considerations surrounding digital interactions. Dr. Porges explores alternative modalities for self-regulation – emphasizing the importance of co-regulation, and shares somatic therapies for trauma healing. Listen in to this conversation that reminds us of the transformative power of connection for promoting healing and well-being. Stephen W. Porges, Ph.D. is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University where he is the founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium in the Kinsey Institute. He is Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland.  He served as president of the Society for Psychophysiological Research and the Federation of Associations in Behavioral & Brain Sciences and is a former recipient of a National Institute of Mental Health Research Scientist Development Award. He is the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, a theory that emphasizes the importance of physiological state in the expression of behavioral, mental, and health problems related to traumatic experiences. He is the creator of a music-based intervention, the Safe and Sound Protocol ™ , which currently is used by approximately 3,000 therapists to improve spontaneous social engagement, to reduce hearing sensitivities, and to improve language processing, state regulation, and spontaneous social engagement. Dr. Porges is a founder of the Polyvagal Institute. —Stephen's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polyvagalinstitute —Stephen's Website: https://www.stephenporges.com/ —Stephen's Website: https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/ —Stephen's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/polyvagalinstitute —Stephen's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-w-porges-6514877b/ —Stephen's Books: https://www.polyvagalinstitute.org/bookstore If you want to dive deeper into Mark's content, search through every episode, find specific topics we've covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves Themes: Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Grief, Trauma, Polyvagal Theory, Neuroception, Physiological Responses, Social Media, Self-Regulation, Co-Regulation, Nervous System Regulation, Nervous System, Somatic Therapy, Dysregulation This episode is sponsored by BON CHARGE: Use code MARKGROVES to save 15% at http://boncharge.com/MARKGROVES Contact us at podcast@markgroves.com for sponsor product support, questions, comments, or just to say hello!