Episode Highlights With Dr. David Rabin* What translational neuroscience is and how these topics apply to all of us * Applicable understanding of nervous system health and regulation * What the autonomic nervous system is and the two parts * The vagus nerve and how to stimulate it * How overstimulation affects the nervous system and how light, sound, news, etc., can keep us in fight or flight * Strategies for calming the nervous system and creating a calmer home * His six suggestions for calming the nervous system: intentional breathing, intentional movement, soothing touch, soothing music, intentional nutrition, and sleep/rest * Why our normal breathing rate is actually in the range of stress breathing * The three most foundational skills we can teach our kids or learn as humans: mind and body are connected, we are in control of our attention, and self-soothing * What neuroplasticity is and how to improve yours * Safety unlocks recovery, which unlocks learning and creativity

Resources We Mention* Apolloneuro wearable - Use code wellnessmama15 for a discount * Rewire Your Brain Course