"Nervous System" talk is definitely in the parenting ziegist.

It's something I talk a lot about, and it's a corner stone to my approach for coaching and supporting families.

AND - I have seen how the way it is often framed and discussed in the parenting space can actually *backfire* and leave you feeling worse than when you started.

In this episode, I highlight 3 different beliefs about nervous system regulation that are easy to pick up, but aren't very helpful... and I share the real thing that I know to *always* work!

Belief #1: "You are the problem" - You need to regulate so you can regulate your kids... which often also means, "if you're kids aren't regulated, it's your fault."

Belief #2: "Do more" - you and your kids need better routines, diet changes, more movement, less screens, meditations etc... which means - you have to add *more* to your plate so that you can all be "regulated"

Belief #3: "Self-regulation is the key" - you (and your kids) need to learn how to self-regulate. That's the end game. That's what's most important. That's what nervous system regulation is all about.... or is it?


Tune in to hear why I don't think these common beliefs are helpful, and what might be true instead.

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