What are the signs and causes of a dysregulated nervous system?
Sometimes, your body's way of responding to certain situations can fall out of sync. This off-balance state in your nervous system is called a dysregulated nervous system. There are many common signs that show your nervous system might be off track.
Recognizing these signs and understanding the causes is the first step in taking charge of your nervous system's health and restoring the balance, inviting your parasympathetic nervous system to activate and promote relaxation, lower blood pressure, steady breathing, and digestion.
Here are some of the signs you may be experiencing a dysregulated nervous system.
Anxiety
Panic attacks
Digestive issues
Trouble sleeping
Constant fatigue
Persistent muscle pain
There are also many stressors that can disrupt nervous system balance, including:
Chronic stress
Burnout
Traumatic events
Poor sleep habits
Unhealthy diet
Not taking time to relax
If you ever feel off-balance or just need a moment of calm, try these simple techniques to help regulate your nervous system. Whether through deep breathing, mindfulness, or even a good laugh, find what works best for you and prioritize your nervous system's health.
Feet All the Way Up
Get into a position with your feet above your heart. Do a writing-free thought dump. Let the thoughts come. Wait for your brain to calm.
The Shimmy Shake
Imagine you are a wet dog. From the tip of your head to the ends of your extremities, shake the wet off. Include music if it feels good.
Pillow Hug
When you feel overwhelmed, grab a pillow/cushion and give it a hug. Really breathe into the hug, noticing how it feels.
The Impact Drop
Fom standing-Raise up onto the balls of your bare feet and drop your heels so they impact the ground. Notice how you feel it in all your joints. Repeat 5 times.
Your nervous system is flexible and built to handle daily stressors easily. It takes a lot for the nervous system to go out of order, but if it does, these reset therapies can help you balance your body and mind.
Regular reset therapies can reduce stress and improve your quality of life. If your symptoms are too debilitating, it is best to seek help from a qualified therapist who can assess common stressors in your lifestyle and suggest effective ways to combat them. With consistent practice, you can quickly restore balance to your dysregulated nervous system.
There are so many more techniques that can help you regulate and reset your nervous system. Try these easy 4 techniques and feel the difference.
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