48. 6 Ways to Soothe Your Nervous System
Learning what makes your brain and body feel supported and safe is an act of self-love. With a spirit of experimentation, this episode offers a variety of ways to soothe your nervous system, tune in to what feels good, and prioritize rest on a daily basis.
Highlights
Why experimentation is a key to understanding your nervous system
The easiest type of breathwork to try
Which types of books are the most relaxing to read
Why rewatching old sitcoms can help your body integrate
A pitch for touching trees
The essential oils I can’t live without
Links + Resources
The Book of Lymph by Lisa Levitt Gainsley
Your Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross
Episode 29: How the Nervous System Impacts Your Writing Life
Eat This Poem: A Literary Feast of Recipes Inspired by Poetry
Wild Words: Rituals, Routines, and Rhythms for Braving the Writer’s Path