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fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Novak Djokovic and the Unhealed Wound of "Not Enough"

This story within Novak's head reveals not just a cognitive belief but a physiological imprint. From a Polyvagal lens, his nervous system was shaped to anticipate threat, and for very good reason. His early experiences biased his nervous system toward detecting danger. Although this bias fueled his relentless drive to become what many consider the greatest of all time in men's professional tennis, it also prevents him from feeling fully satisfied with what he has accomplished.
Psychology
Mindfulness
fromTiny Buddha
1 month ago

Magic in the Ordinary: Finding Glimmers and Hope in Everyday Life - Tiny Buddha

Glimmers are moments that evoke calmness and connection, contrasting with triggers that bring negative emotions.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

A Blueprint for Trauma-Informed Capital Mitigation

To advocate for life in a capital defense case is to stand in the stillness between punishment and possibility. It invites attorneys to speak the language of survival physiology.
Law
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Your Partner Isn't the Problem but Your Nervous System Might Be

The root of relationship conflicts may lie in your nervous system rather than communication skills.
Neuroception influences emotional responses in relationships beyond mere verbal communication.
Your nervous system's state can inhibit access to logical and empathetic responses during conflicts.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How Does Therapeutic Presence Promote Real Change?

Therapeutic presence enhances the client-therapist relationship and promotes a sense of safety, fostering deeper engagement in therapy.
Music
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Before Words, There Was Rhythm: Music as a Neural Language

Music is a powerful biological tool that influences our emotions and bodily responses before we engage intellectually.
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