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Ep. 212 Soothe Your Nervous System and Get Pumped!

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Scientists have linked many of today’s most common health issues, from digestive problems to chronic back pain, to stress and nervous system dysregulation. In this episode, Katie shares how our nervous system functions, what happens when it gets stuck in a stress state, and how we can begin to regulate our nervous systems and release years of stress!

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In this episode about the nervous system, you’ll hear:

~ An invitation to our free mini-course about Women’s Wisdom and Ayurveda for Women!

~ What is prana?

~ What is your body’s valve system?

~ Functions of the nervous system

~ Ayurvedic and Tantric perspectives of the nervous system

~ How past experiences distort your perception of reality

~ What are the sympathetic and parasympathetic?

~ The root of many digestive issues

~ What happens to our body under stress?

~ The gift of pain

~ Signs that your nervous system is dysregulated

~ Movement practices to regulate your nervous system

~ The Vedic concept of Yantra

Other resources related to this episode:

~ Learn more about Ayurveda School

~ 2025 Chakra Yoga Nidra Workshop: Study with Katie and other luminary teachers this fall in the Bahamas!

~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the beautiful Bahamas in spring 2026!

~ Follow us on Instagram and Facebook

~ Katie’s latest book, Glow-Worthy

Related episodes to help soothe your nervous system:

~ Ep. 111 The Role of Spirituality in Healing Trauma and the Nervous System

~ Ep. 21 Overcoming Anxiety in a PTSD World

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