Supporting Our Community’s Mental Health in Stressful Times (Free Course)
Let’s explore how stress affects the nervous system and share concrete self-care strategies you can use every day.
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Introduction
In this short course, we'll explore simple but effective ways to regulate your nervous system so you can feel more grounded and in control.
Before we begin, we want to emphasize that this course is educational and not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you're experiencing ongoing distress, please reach out to a licensed therapist or medical professional.
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Part 1: Practical Tools
Learn simple tools to help ground your mind and your body.
This section explores the two primary states of the nervous system—sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympathetic (rest and digest)—and how chronic stress can lead to dysregulation. Recognizing signs like anxiety, fatigue, and brain fog is the first step to restoring balance.
You'll learn three practical techniques to calm your nervous system:
Small, Doable Tasks – Organizing your space to create mental clarity and a sense of control.
Clearing the Deck – Identifying and reducing unnecessary commitments to relieve stress.
Self-Compassion & Trust – Using mantras and problem-solving to build resilience.
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Part 2: Breath Technique to Enable Resilience
This section introduces a powerful breathwork practice designed to support you in moments of active stress. This conscious, connected breath helps release tension, increase awareness, and bring you back to center. By tuning into your breath and body, you can shift from a reactive state to a place of balance and clarity.
Practicing this technique regularly will strengthen your resilience, allowing you to navigate stress with greater ease and a deeper connection to yourself.
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Part 3: Calming the Nervous System
In this section, you’ll learn two simple yet powerful breathing techniques to help regulate your nervous system. Deep, intentional breathing can quickly shift your body from a stressed state to a calm one, making it an essential tool for nervous system regulation.
You'll be guided through two specific breathwork practices designed to ease tension, promote relaxation, and build resilience over time. By incorporating these techniques into your daily routine, you’ll create a reliable practice for grounding yourself in moments of stress.
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