Episode 3-- The Importance of Co-Regulation and Energy Exchange in Relationships
06/14/23 • 35 min
In this practical episode, Tara unpacks the concept of co-regulation and how our nervous systems interact with others in different situations, from casual to significant relationships. She explains how our nervous systems are constantly reading and responding to cues from others, and how this can lead to either co-regulation or co-activation. Co-regulation refers to when our nervous systems are brought into a state of connection with another person, while co-activation occurs when our nervous system is triggered into a protective state.
The exchange of energy between two people can happen in any situation, whether it's a casual interaction with a cashier or a deeper relationship with a spouse. Our nervous systems are always scanning for safety and belonging, and this affects how we interact with others.
Learning to understand and respond to these nervous system states can be a big part of finding lasting calm and enduring emotional health.
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In this practical episode, Tara unpacks the concept of co-regulation and how our nervous systems interact with others in different situations, from casual to significant relationships. She explains how our nervous systems are constantly reading and responding to cues from others, and how this can lead to either co-regulation or co-activation. Co-regulation refers to when our nervous systems are brought into a state of connection with another person, while co-activation occurs when our nervous system is triggered into a protective state.
The exchange of energy between two people can happen in any situation, whether it's a casual interaction with a cashier or a deeper relationship with a spouse. Our nervous systems are always scanning for safety and belonging, and this affects how we interact with others.
Learning to understand and respond to these nervous system states can be a big part of finding lasting calm and enduring emotional health.
https://www.facebook.com/MyBigCalm
https://www.instagram.com/mybigcalm/
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Episode 2-- Calming Your Nervous System and Why You're More Than Your Mini Freak Outs
In this podcast episode, licensed psychotherapist Tara Palmer discussed the importance of understanding the nervous system and its impact on our daily lives. The nervous system acts as a mind-body surveillance system, constantly working to keep us safe and connected. However, patterns can become established in the system that prioritize protective states, which may no longer be necessary or helpful. The conversation also touches on the implications of general associations and how patterns established in the nervous system can be mistaken as aspects of one's personality. Recognizing and understanding these patterns can lead to personal growth and new ways of living in the world.
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Episode 4-- Navigating Relationships: Build Your 'Inner Circle'
Join psychotherapist and Big Calm founder Tara Palmer is she discusses the importance of having an 'Inner Circle' or 'Seat Holders'. Tara explores the paradox of potentially being lonely despite having a large social circle. Discussing the notion of pseudo-intimacy, she illustrates the distinction between knowing facts about someone and truly comprehending their emotional journey. Tara underscores the impact of the environment and level of engagement on the quality of connection, emphasizing the importance of time and shared experiences in fostering deeper bonds. This episode aims to guide listeners in establishing their own inner circles, creating spaces for profound connections that enhance emotional and physiological well-being.
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