In this episode of the Unperfected Pod, Brooke shares how anxiety is often a response to the overwhelming amount of change that comes with motherhood and can be caused by external factors such as news or social media. She offers tangible tips on managing anxiety, introducing the concept of regulating our nervous system through that vagus nerve to think our way out of whatever loop we are in. Learn all about the power of breath work, movement, and music, as well as the polyvagal theory which suggests that our emotions need to be in motion, especially anxiety and anger. Join us as we explore...
In this episode of the Unperfected Pod, Brooke shares how anxiety is often a response to the overwhelming amount of change that comes with motherhood and can be caused by external factors such as news or social media. She offers tangible tips on managing anxiety, introducing the concept of regulating our nervous system through that vagus nerve to think our way out of whatever loop we are in. Learn all about the power of breath work, movement, and music, as well as the polyvagal theory which suggests that our emotions need to be in motion, especially anxiety and anger. Join us as we explore these topics and more on this episode!
[00:01 - 03:48] Introduction
- Brooke shares that becoming a mother is one of the most significant transitions in life
- It changes us mentally, emotionally, physically, energetically, and spiritually
- Anxiety is a brain and body response to perceived threats or repressed emotions
[03:49 - 13:54] Understanding The Brain And Body Connection To Regulate Your Nervous System
- Anxiety can present differently for different people, both in the brain and body
- It is important to be aware of what is causing anxiety and how it presents
- Taking care of yourself (sleep, nutrition, etc.) can help reduce vulnerability to anxiety
- Mindset work and affirmations are not enough – it is important to regulate the nervous system first
[13:55 - 29:33] Regulating Your Nervous System With Breath, Work, & Movement
- Regulating the nervous system through breath, movement, and music
- Awareness of the anxious state is key
- Breathing exercises (belly breathing) help regulate the nervous system
- Understand that anxiety is a brain and body response to stimuli
[29:34 - 43:18] Closing Segment
- Brooke invites listeners to join her private Facebook group called, “Mommy’s Mental Health Matters” to continue the conversation
- To learn more about Brooke and her work, listeners can visit Brooke Jean LLC!
Tweetable Quotes:
“Becoming a mother is by far one of the biggest transitions that we will ever go through in our lifetime, and I don't feel like it's talked about enough.” – Brooke Jean
“Emotion needs to be in motion, especially anxiety and anger. Those two experiences need to be in motion, so you start moving your body, to shift that energy, to get that energy in motion, and then you begin to breathe. “ - Brooke Jean
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