Episode Highlights With Veronica* What somatic healing is * The way this ties into nervous system healing * Somatics is a broad term that includes all things that mean healing through the body * Modalities that are included in somatic healing * What somatic experiencing is * How we can use the body to help resolve trauma and promote mental wellness * What polyvagal theory is and why it is important * 80% of thoughts, emotions, and experiences are moving from the body up * Why nervous system healing isn’t just deciding not to be stressed… we have to show our bodies that we are safe * What the “four Fs” are and why they matter: Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn * A ventral vagal state is a state of safety * How to build capacity for safety in the nervous system

Resources We Mention* Veronica Rottman - website