The Nervous System Workbook : Practical Exercises to Ease Anxiety, Find Safety, and Come Home to Yourself Using Polyvagal Theory

All our behaviours, emotions, and stories have their roots in our nervous systems - how we feel in our bodies, how we perceive the world around us, and how we connect with others in our relationships.When we’re stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed, our nervous systems - and our lives - suffer.In recent years, Polyvagal Theory has produced incredibly effective new tools for regulating our neurobiology.With The Nervous System Workbook, leading Polyvagal expert Deb Dana presents a highly interactive guide for befriending your nervous system and cultivating a sense of safety and well-being. Beginning with a layperson-friendly overview of Polyvagal Theory, Dana guides you through exercises, practices, and reflections to help you understand, soothe, and train your system - so you can live with less reactivity and more ease.A variety of exercises supports readers of different learning styles. As Dana writes, “There is no right or wrong way - there is the way of your nervous system.” The Nervous