Neuroplasticity and the Stress Response with Dr. David Rabin

Episode Highlights With Dr. David Rabin

What translational neuroscience is and how these topics apply to all of us
Applicable understanding of nervous system health and regulation
What the autonomic nervous system is and the two parts
The vagus nerve and how to stimulate it
How overstimulation affects the nervous system and how light, sound, news, etc., can keep us in fight or flight
Strategies for calming the nervous system and creating a calmer home
His six suggestions for calming the nervous system: intentional breathing, intentional movement, soothing touch, soothing music, intentional nutrition, and sleep/rest
Why our normal breathing rate is actually in the range of stress breathing
The three most foundational skills we can teach our kids or learn as humans: mind and body are connected, we are in control of our attention, and self-soothing
What neuroplasticity is and how to improve yours
Safety unlocks recovery, which unlocks learning and creativity

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