5 ways to break free from nervous system exhaustion and dysregulation

From speaking to ourselves with compassion and empathy to taking care of the inner child, here are a few ways to relax a dysregulated nervous system.

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Published on Jan 05, 2024 04:01 pm IST 6 Photos
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Sometimes we may feel mentally exhausted – this happens when the nervous system is dysregulated, and we feel completely drained emotionally. It is important to take a step back and stop being a hustler and start taking care of our emotional health. Sometimes we can break free from a dysregulated nervous system by taking a break and trying out somatic practices to calm a racing mind. Therapist Carly Johnston shared a few tips.(Unsplash)

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We need to take care of the inner child and explore ways to have fun in order to make ourselves feel happy and safe. (Unsplash)

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We should restrict ourselves from having harsh self-criticism and speak to ourselves with compassion and empathy instead. (Unsplash)

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We need to delve deep and understand where the anxiety and stress is rising from and address that immediately. (Unsplash)

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Gargling, humming or singing can help us activate the vagus nerve and calm the nervous system. (Unsplash)

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