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Poly vagal theory and practical ideas to get out from the immobilization zone | MindfulStack
Today we are talking about poly vagal theory. What’s this about? I am NOT a psychologist or an expert in the field, but in small terms the poly vagal theory explains man’s reactions in dangerous situations.
By Manuel Alonge5 years ago in Psyche
Who’s To Blame ?
Have you ever wondered who is to blame for people being the way they are? I mean of course besides the obvious ( themselves). But really who makes these people act as they do? Or as I like to say “ WHO MADE YOU THIS WAY ! ?”. Or is it just me? These days I've found myself being very analytical, so every time someone does something I don't like I immediately start thinking where they get this from? All these unanswered questions that we in fact have the answers to.
By A Peace Of Mind5 years ago in Psyche
On Mind Serving the Wrong Master
Please take this with a sense of humor, but being human is not always a walk in the park. At the risk of sounding dramatic and pessimistic, so many people chew on their internal psychological suffering like they chew on a piece of gum; and do so without noticing it. No wonder we see layer upon layer of denial and narcotic cover-ups.
By Eric Stone5 years ago in Psyche
Understanding Body Image
I want to start by saying that I know how complicated body image can be. It’s a hard subject to tackle and a struggle for many. What makes it so difficult is that it’s so subjective. How I see myself is going to be a lot different to how you see me and when you are struggling to understand your relationship with your body or understand your emotional or disordered eating, your body image plays such an important part.
By Emma Jayne Lions5 years ago in Psyche
I Can't Hear My Own Pain
I find it a difficult task to forgive others for their actions done purposely to cause harm. When offering forgiveness, I generate an uncomfortable feeling inside that forces me to turn away. I categorize my sadness, anger, guilt, or fear as clinging to the memory of its importance. Then ignore my emotions around the experience allowing it to cement inside my psyche.
By Chris Madsen5 years ago in Psyche
Mind Cleansing
The year-that-shall-not-be-named taught us better than anything that mental health and self-care are beyond important. Social media influencers and celebrities endorse products to help us "stay fit", "get skinny", or "obtain that hourglass figure". They always push this agenda that physical health and appearance take precedence. But where are the advertisements and endorsements for a clear mind?...positive thoughts?...good mental health? Fortunately, mental health issues are beginning to be taken more seriously in our culture and society, and there are more and more resources to help us conquer our mental struggles and fight the stigma. But, even then, it can be difficult to know when, where, and how to practice self-care.
By Raine Neal5 years ago in Psyche
Stolen by the FAE
To say “well, this has been a hell of a year” when looking back would be a massive understatement. Considering my last published post on my personal blog was in April of 2020, it’s fair to say that things have changed. Some of those changes have been large, others have been small. Losing my job was a large change. Making adjustments to my personal hygiene routine is a small one. Beginning pursuit of a degree in counseling psychology? Large. Learning a few new chords on a guitar and getting my fingers on a Casio keyboard again? Not so much.
By Blue Ink Alchemy5 years ago in Psyche
Being in denial and fighting for survival
Have you ever known a sweet and caring person that is receiving treatment they do not deserve? Whether you like to admit or or not I would probably guess that most of you have. Why do so many caring people let themselves be the subject of this treatment? Are they insecure and just think they deserve it or do they decide to deal with the treatment because, they are afraid of conflict? Perhaps they are just in denial of what is happening to them. Even if a person in an abusive situation subconsciously knows what is going on they still do not want to believe it a lot of the time. Do they feel this way because, the fear of being hurt more? We can ask as many questions as we want to but, the truth is we do not know what others are thinking or feeling.
By Karly Krull5 years ago in Psyche
Morning Monster
Waking up was a rough patch this morning, I felt a pressure on my body that I was starting to get used to. It was like the gods were wanting me to show how angry I could get today. Though thus far I have illuded the idea of anger, but at the same time, I want to give into it. There has been little feel that I could ever change the way that I want to.
By William L. Truax III5 years ago in Psyche
