A Guide to Understanding Your Nervous System with Deb Dana, LCSW| 2.5.2025

In this episode, Kristen is joined by Deb Dana, a clinician, author, and international lecturer on polyvagal theory-informed work, as they explore understanding and regulating the nervous system and how recognizing dysregulation in our bodies can reduce anxiety and help us navigate daily life with more balance.

You'll Learn

• How to identify and understand your nervous system's states of regulation and dysregulation.
• The key principles of polyvagal theory.
• The concept of neuroception and how the nervous system assesses safety or danger in the body, environment, and relationships
• The importance of understanding polyvagal theory in daily life and therapy, and how it connects the brain with the nervous system.
• Practical tools for regulating the nervous system.

Resources

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1. Anchored 

2. The Nervous System Workbook 

3. Polyvagal Exercises for Safety and Connection 

4. Polyvagal Card Deck: 58 Practices for Calm and Change 

5. Polyvagal Practices: Anchoring the Self in Safety 

6. Polyvagal Prompts: Finding Connection and Joy through Guided Explorations 

7. Glimmers Journal: Reflect on the Small Moments That Bring You Joy, Safety, and Connection 

Book that made an impact in Deb’s life:

1. Gift from the Sea: 50th Anniversary Edition 

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