3 simple practices to caretake your nervous system in times of upheaval

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We all go through periods of upheaval in our lives at some point, often individually or on a smaller community level. 

Right now, many of us are feeling the immensity of upheaval on a collective level. 

Even if you're feeling some ground, there's a real uncertainty about what happens next. 

When we're faced with this combination of both acute and chronic stress, it can take a toll on many systems of the body - including our hormones. 

So, what can we do?

What strategies are available that are simple and effective...

both in the moment of acute stress and long term over the course of time to enhance stress resilience?

There are countless ways to caretake our nervous systems. 

In today's episode, I share about three categories - breathwork, food choices and herbs - to support the tending of your nerves.

And well, I offer a fourth bonus category at the end, too.

The truth is that a multi-layered approach is going to be far more effective at cultivating resilience and more ease.

But it doesn't have to be hard. 

These practices are all accessible, and you can choose what you feel most drawn to.

Start there. Let it be easy.

Listen to learn:

• the difference between acute and chronic stress
• the most important thing to consider when stressors get overwhelming
• a couple of breathwork practices to calm the stress response
• some foods that can help ground and relax you
• when to consider adaptogens vs nervines
• some examples of relaxing and sedative nervines
• a simple self-oiling practice to enhance relaxation

Resources:

• Sign up for the upcoming Herbal Uterine Tonics class! March 12th
• Episode 19: How stress messes with your hormones
• Episode 32: Motherwort herbal spotlight
• Episode 44: Bitters + hormonal balance
• Episode 50: Adaptogens + hormonal health
• Episode 97: Nourish your nervous system with Ayurveda

DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only, I am not providing any medical advice, I am not a medical practitioner, I’m an herbalist and in the US, there is no path to licensure for herbalists, so my role is as an herbal educator. Please do your own research and consult your healthcare provider for any personal health concerns.

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