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1123: Finding Glimmers: A Polyvagal Guide to Inner Safety with Deb Dana Part 2

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  1. 1123: Finding Glimmers: A Polyvagal Guide to Inner Safety with Deb Dana Part 2 Gina Ryan 22:54

In today’s episode, Gina shares part two of her interview with Deb Dana, LCSW, clinician and author who has applied polyvagal theory to help clients suffering with complex Trauma and other Anxiety related problems. Deb shares more of her own story and Wisdom in this part of her interview. Listen in for actionable insights you can apply in your own journey healing from anxiety!

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Chapters

0:43 Welcome Back to the Podcast

2:01 Finding Calm Amidst Anxiety

5:18 Organizing Energy for Regulation

8:15 The Power of Micro Moments

10:59 Discovering Glimmers in Life

13:37 Understanding Glimmers and Challenges

15:34 Building a Practice Around Glimmers

16:54 Reflections and Goodbyes

Summary

In this episode, I continue my enlightening conversation with Deb Dana, a well-respected expert on the polyvagal theory and its practical applications in managing anxiety and nervous system regulation. Building upon our previous discussion, we delve deeper into the profound understanding that our nervous systems inherently seek regulation and safety. Deb passionately emphasizes that understanding our biology and its connection to anxiety can alleviate feelings of self-blame during moments of distress—it’s not about being broken, but rather recognizing the natural responses of our body.

We explore effective and approachable strategies for moving from states of high anxiety or Stress back to a place of calm. Deb presents a compelling perspective that our nervous systems are knowledgeable and capable of guiding us back to balance, provided we are willing to partner with them rather than fight against their natural impulses. We discuss practical steps that individuals can take to channel overwhelming energy in positive, constructive ways. Through gentle shaping and organizing of this energy, Deb highlights the importance of viewing anxiety not as a debilitating condition, but as a natural signal that calls for attention and self-care.

Throughout our conversation, we underline the significance of personalized practices in regulating our nervous systems, which may include movement, music, or even spending time in nature. The concept of a personal “menu” of calming strategies is introduced, encouraging listeners to discover what resonates with their unique systems, as there is no one-size-fits-all approach to self-care. Deb underscores the vital role of “micro moments”.

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Gina Ryan is the producer and host of the top 50 Mental Health shows on Apple Podcast -The Anxiety Coaches Podcast. Gina is a Nutritionist and coach who, in 1993, opened New Health Natural Products in NY and also struggled with stress, anxiety, and panic for over 20 years.

Before the internet, she was able to climb out of her fear and panic to peace, calm, and well-being by finding what did and did not work. She now teaches thousands of others how to do the same in a fraction of the time.

After moving to Maui in 2005, Gina spent 12 years as a nutritionist/consultant for the Intensive Outpatient Eating Disorder Center and, the only Residential ED Facility in Hawai'i. She shared her compassion, along with her knowledge and wisdom of the mind-body-spirit connection, helping clients clear their food-related anxiety, obsessions, and compulsions.

Gina is dedicated full-time to anxiety-clearing, coaching, writing, and teaching clients worldwide. She considers her work her calling and lives a mindful and compassionate life.

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