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 Resources We Mention Apolloneuro wearable - Use code wellnessmama15 for a discount Rewire Your Brain Course