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Nervous System Regulation Through Mindfulness And Somatic Practice

With Danielle Brunson

This comprehensive course offers both understanding and practical application of nervous system regulation through mindfulness and somatic practices. Over eight lessons, you'll discover: Understanding Your Nervous System Explore the foundations of nervous system regulation Learn how daily experiences impact your nervous system Develop awareness of your body's responses Evidence-Based Practices Experience guided mindfulness techniques Learn accessible breathing practices for regulation Discover grounding techniques for creating safety in the body Practice gentle somatic exercises including fascia work and contact point practices Practical Application Integrate these practices into your daily routine Develop personalized regulation strategies Learn techniques suitable for busy schedules This course combines theoretical understanding with experiential learning, offering you practical tools for immediate use in your daily life. Each module builds upon the previous one, creating a foundation for lasting nervous system regulation and emotional wellness. Suitable for all experience levels, this course provides a supportive environment for learning and practice. No prior experience with mindfulness or somatic work is required.

Learn evidence-based techniques for nervous system regulation combining mindfulness, breathwork, and somatic practices for whole-body wellness.

8 Days

442 students

5.0 stars

12 min / day

English

About this course

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Neuroception Awareness

Vibrational Release

Meet your Teacher

Danielle Brunson

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Atlanta, GA, USA

Danielle Brunson holds an Ed.S, MAED, and E-RYT 500 certification. She is a certified mindfulness and meditation teacher who specializes in compassion-based practices, polyvagal approach to nervous system regulation, MBSR, and mindful approaches to adult wellness. Her teaching focuses on making mindfulness accessible while integrating evidence-based practices for nervous system regulation. She works with diverse populations including professional adults, community organizations, and educational settings, with particular attention to serving marginalized communities

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8 Days

442 students

5.0 stars

12 min / day

English

Lesson 1

Understanding Your Nervous System States

This foundational lesson introduces the three primary states of the nervous system: calm/connected (ventral vagal), activated (sympathetic), and shutdown (dorsal vagal). Through guided explanation and a body scan practice, students learn to recognize their nervous system's natural responses and begin developing awareness of their body's signals. This understanding forms the basis for future regulation practices.

Lesson 2

Mapping Your Personal Response Patterns

Building on the foundation of nervous system states, this lesson guides students through identifying their unique physiological signals of dysregulation and safety. Through a detailed body scan practice, students create their personal "body map" of sensations, learning to recognize their individual patterns of activation and rest. This awareness is crucial for developing effective self-regulation strategies.

Lesson 3

Understanding Your Window Of Tolerance

This lesson introduces Dr. Dan Siegel's Window of Tolerance concept, explaining how trauma and life experiences can impact our capacity for regulation. Students learn two practical breathing techniques - bee breathing and tension/release breathing - as tools for returning to safety when dysregulated.

Lesson 4

Grounding Practices For Safety And Stability

This lesson explores how perceived stress affects our nervous system and introduces two practical grounding techniques for returning to regulation. Students learn about the connection between media consumption and nervous system dysregulation, while practicing body-based methods for creating felt safety through physical awareness and environmental connection.

Lesson 5

Movement Practices For Nervous System Regulation

This lesson introduces two movement-based techniques for nervous system regulation: a standing sway practice and gentle fascial release. Students learn how intentional movement can signal safety to the brain while expanding their window of tolerance.

Lesson 6

Understanding Nervous System Co-Regulation

This lesson explains how our nervous system responds to others' states and explores the interconnected nature of regulation. Students learn about the "three C's" (connection, compassion, curiosity) and practice a tapping technique for self-regulation, while understanding the biological basis of their responses.

Lesson 7

Mindful Moments For Busy Lives

This lesson focuses on integrating mindfulness into daily activities, making nervous system regulation accessible despite busy schedules. Students learn practical, brief interventions that can be incorporated into existing routines, including a playful shaking practice for energy release.

Lesson 8

Integration And Moving Forward

In this final lesson, students learn to balance life's "fear highways" with "joy footpaths" through intentional practice. The Applied Mindfulness Scale is introduced as a weekly self-assessment tool, helping students track their regulation progress and identify patterns in their nervous system responses.