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Scenario

Why breathing exercises don't always calm your nervous system

I have learned to breathe slowly when anxious but my body still feels like it is preparing for war.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Cognitive regulation techniques may not address deeper nervous system activation patterns that require somatic integration.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Polyvagal theory in practice?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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