Our earlier experiences of the world, if not effectively processed, can sometimes trap us in a response pattern. This engages the Sympathetic Nervous System (SNS). Think; Fight-or-Flight / survival mode / increased stress / high cortisol.
Many people are frequently triggered and going about life in a low-level state of fight or flight. They’re often completely unaware and unconsciously develop coping mechanisms which almost hide the issue. At the surface, they appear to be doing well in a general sense. They may even seem successful. However this is not an ideal long term situation.
Blocks can pop up in your life perhaps around communication, and relationships won’t flow as easily as they could. You may experience mood swings (eg. being snappy), unable to think clearly, learning difficulties, waking fatigued, hormone disruption. All of these, prevent you from moving forward in your working life, personal relationships, parenting, or social life, and create an inability to flourish.
Over time, being in this state too frequently can also lead to poor digestion and food allergies (leading to depletion of minerals and nutrients). This brings about further health issues, that may ordinarily seem to be completely unrelated.
Things spiral downwards.
However, you can change this and put yourself on a better trajectory.
Noticing your own reactions is a helpful first step. It may be useful to write down your observations about your interactions with others, and how you go about your day generally. Keep an open mind, and write down anything, even if you’re unsure. Maybe it’s a behaviour you’ve often brushed off as being ‘just how I am’.
Additionally, observe your breath in times of unrest, is it smooth, relaxed and deep, or is it restrained and shallow? What feelings come up in your gut, or is there perhaps nothing specific there to feel?
Also, practices like yoga, tai chi, and meditation can be helpful to support you and tone the nervous system as well.
However, if you don’t address the underlying cause, you may find you’re constantly trying to fill up the proverbial leaky bucket.
There are ways to break the cycle and reset you on a calmer, clearer, more centred path, in order for you to flourish.
Holistic Kinesiology addresses the clients own situation and patterns, and looks for the best way forward, specific to the client. I don’t use a one-size fits all approach. By ensuring sessions are relevant to the clients’ individual circumstances, the easier balance and calm can be restored.
Reach out if you’d like to know more.
“How we feel is crucial to our physical and mental health and happiness”
Stephen W. Porges, Seth Porges