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To me, living a peaceful life means having a regulated and balanced nervous system.
For example, when we talk about work/life balance we are seeking a balanced nervous system.
Unfortunately a lot of our most common environments are not designed for a healthy life (loud and busy workplaces, endless traffic and construction, cities without easily accessible green spaces) contributing to a dis-regulated nervous system and state of Chronic Stress.
Sadly, our culture correlates stress with productivity. That might be true in the short term but in the long term it leads to physical conditions that are often hard to diagnose by traditional medicine.
I personally hate the expression "High Performing" - to me that just means you are running on fumes and are on the edge of burnout. Is that promotion really worth it then? When I was "high performing" I was at my Most Miserable. I used to have digestive issues and had no energy to take care of myself. I gained about 20lbs. I was sluggish and I literally felt my muscles atrophying from sitting on a chair all day. I was irritable and the idea of one more meeting or deliverable when I was working 10-12 hour days already risked to send me over the edge.
I quit my job cold turkey and I even cried my last week after holding it all in for 6 years.
I couldn't wait to LEAVE. My body literally rejected the toxic workplace environment.
Once I left my chronic stress job and started prioritizing my nervous system. My digestive issue were gone, I was eating better and I started going to the gym while working only 8 hours a day. I was fitter, so MUCH happier and more emotionally resilient.
That is why my ultimate goal as a coach is to deliver you to a peaceful life and a balanced nervous system. To me there is nothing more Precious than that.
Following are some common symptoms of a dis-regulated nervous system. Below you will find numerous tips to help you reverse the tide and rebalance your system to infuse peace and health into your life.
Physical Symptoms:
Digestive issues (IBS symptoms, nausea)
Sleep disturbances (insomnia or excessive sleeping)
Muscle tension, especially in neck and shoulders
Fatigue or low energy
Emotional:
Anxiety or panic attacks
Difficulty concentrating
Mood swings
Feeling overwhelmed easily
Emotional numbness or heightened sensitivity
Racing thoughts
Irritability, Difficulty making decisions
Behavioral:
Startling easily
Avoiding social situations
Difficulty sitting still
Procrastination
Nervous habits (nail biting, hair pulling)
Changes in appetite
Tips to help you regulate your nervous system
1. Deep, rhythmic breathing
- Practice diaphragmatic breathing: inhale for 4 counts, hold for 4, exhale for 6
- Place one hand on your chest and one on your belly to feel the movement
- Try doing this for 2-3 minutes several times daily
2. Progressive muscle relaxation
- Systematically tense and release muscle groups
- Start from your toes and work up to your face
- Hold tension for 5-7 seconds, then release and notice the difference
3. Gentle movement practices
- Slow walking while focusing on foot-to-ground contact
- Gentle stretching or yoga
- Simple swaying or rocking motions
- Shoulder rolls and neck rotations
4. Grounding techniques
- Feel your feet firmly on the ground
- Notice physical points of contact with surfaces
- Touch and describe different textures around you
- Stand barefoot on grass/earth when possible
5. Temperature regulation
- Brief cold exposure (cold shower, splashing face)
- Warm baths with Epsom salts
- Alternating hot and cold sensations
6. Sound practices
- Humming or gentle vocalization
- Making "voo" sounds on exhale
- Listening to nature sounds
- Binaural beats or calming music
7. Self-touch
- Gentle self-massage
- Tapping on chest and arms
- Light brushing of skin
- Hand-on-heart gesture
Do you have any self regulation tips? Please share what works for you and et's learn from each other 😘
Peace and balance for all!
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