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Author: nrubbico
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The Delicate Dance Between Loneliness, Solitude, and Polyvagal Theory: A Deeper Understanding
In a world that seems more connected than ever, the concepts of loneliness and solitude are often misunderstood and used interchangeably. It’s crucial to appreciate the subtle yet significant differences between these two experiences to achieve a healthier emotional state. In this blog post, we will explore the distinctions between loneliness and solitude, their impact…
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What Putin’s Physiological State Tells Us
One man, angry and isolated, has upended the world, returned it to 1939, and set in motion untold suffering. Many are questioning his mental stability. A former U.S. intelligence chief, James Clapper, said he appears “unhinged.” Obama’s Secretary of Defense, Robert Gates, suspects that “in some respects, he’s gone off the rails.” U.S. intelligence agencies are mobilizing…
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New book by Deb Dana on Reshaping Behaviors
Deb Dana’s latest book, Anchored, presents a simple, hopeful message: when you ground yourself with openness and curiosity, you can gain the understanding necessary to reshape your behaviors. Deb draws on her extensive work with Polyvagal Theory to create the framework within Anchored, building on the research of Stephen Porges. Dana illustrates the conditions needed…
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Befriending your Nervous System with Deb Dana
Deb Dana has created a new audio program called Befriending Your Nervous System: Looking Through the Lens of Polyvagal Theory. In this podcast, Deb offers an introduction to the human nervous system, how Polyvagal Theory informs our understanding of the nervous system, how to manage the state known as “dysregulation,” and more. Listen to the full episode…