#66 Trauma And the Polyvagal Theory

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The Poly....what theory? This episode is a high level look at stress and how it impacts our nervous system.

Here is where science meets scripture to help you understand and heal from life's challenges.

Our podcast breaks down complex topics like trauma, the nervous system, and Polyvagal Theory into fun, easy-to-understand conversations—perfect for anyone, even a 6th grader!

We explore how your body’s ‘fight or flight’ and ‘rest and digest’ systems work, dive into what it means when you feel safe or when you ‘freeze,’ and share practical tips rooted in both modern science and timeless biblical wisdom.

Whether you're seeking to overcome stress, process trauma, or simply want to live a more balanced life, we are here to guide you on a journey toward renewed hope and lasting resilience."

CONNECT WITH ME RESOURCES: Want to work with me? Here’s a link for a free Discovery Call, let’s see how we can get you to where you want to be! https://lhplifecoach.myflodesk.com/generaldiscoverycall Want to reach me? [email protected] OTHER RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: I have only read the first one on this list and found it incredibly helpful to understand what's going on in my body as a result from trauma and stress in my own life and HIGHLY recommend it. Please use your own discretion when looking into the other books!

• “Food, Body, and Soul: Nourishing Your Whole Self” – While primarily focused on holistic healing, this book integrates biblical principles with modern understandings of the nervous system, including Polyvagal Theory insights.
• “Grace Under Pressure: Healing Trauma with Faith and Science” – This book explores how Christian faith and contemporary neuroscience (including Polyvagal Theory) can work together to bring healing to trauma survivors.
• “Restoring the Broken: A Christian Guide to Trauma Recovery” – A resource that combines scriptural encouragement with practical trauma therapies, drawing on theories like Polyvagal to help readers understand their stress responses.
• “The Body Remembers: A Christian Perspective on Healing Trauma” – This title focuses on how God’s design for our bodies and minds can lead to recovery, incorporating aspects of the Polyvagal Theory to explain the physiological effects of trauma.
• “Renewing Your Mind and Body: Christian Insights on Neurobiology and Trauma” – This book offers a blend of biblical wisdom and neuroscience, helping readers see how healing from trauma is possible by understanding the nervous system through the lens of Polyvagal Theory.