Hey Besties! Today, we welcome Sarah Baldwin. Sarah is a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and Trauma-informed Life Coach dedicated to supporting individuals in understanding their reactions, feelings, and patterns, emphasizing that these are not indicative of anything wrong, but rather everything being right with the person. She focuses on showing individuals that they are safe and can get unstuck, which leads to thriving and living the life they're meant to live.

Violetta and Sarah will unpack everything from why your nervous system might be more tangled than your headphone cords, to the truth behind why we sometimes mix up safety with danger. Ever wondered why your relationships feel like a soap opera? We've got the lowdown on that too. And for those moments when you're feeling more 'meh' than magical, we'll guide you through the maze of moods to find your way back to fabulous. So, buckle up and prepare to confront the uncomfortable with a heap of insight - because understanding your inner workings should never be boring!

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Episode Highlights:

00:00 Intro

02:00 How to tell if someone is emotionally regulated / dysregulated?

03:57 What is the nervous system & what does it have to do with emotional regulation?

10:25 Why is having a dysregulated nervous system so common?

12:05 The reason why we sometimes perceive safety as danger

17:04 What does dysregulation look like in relationships?

20:37 Can I always feel "good"?

21:51 The four primary states we go through

29:43 Is our nervous system attached to our childhood experiences

32:05 You're not your dysregulated reactions, and that's okay

35:50 Taking tolerable steps towards the things that scare us

The Nervous System Explained w/ Sarah Baldwin