by Dr. Kim | Mar 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
Talking to children about violence Recently, I’m being asked more and more to consult with schools and child care providers about helping families have conversations about violence. At times like these, parents and caregivers are often at a loss. How much should...
by Dr. Kim | Mar 3, 2023 | Somatic Psychology, Stress Management
The Ventral Vagal System In earlier posts, I talked about the systems for action and shutdown. But what’s at the top of the ladder, where we feel at ease and connected? The ventral vagal system is the social engagement system Enter the ventral vagus. It centers...
by Dr. Kim | Mar 3, 2023 | Somatic Psychology, Stress Management
The Dorsal Vagal System In an earlier post, I talked about the sympathetic system that helps get you motivated to action. But what calms down that acceleration? The parasympathetic system, or “rest and digest” system, helps calm down respiration and heart...
by Dr. Kim | Mar 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
The Sympathetic System: Moving into Action When I say the words “fight or flight,” how do you respond? Typically, people will do one of 3 things: cringe, feel a jolt of anxious energy, or feel their eyes gloss over (not this again!). The sympathetic...
by Dr. Kim | Dec 14, 2022 | Burnout, Highly Sensitive Person, Holidays, HSP, Stress Management
It’s the hubbub of the holidays, and for some highly sensitive people, it can lead to burnout. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Desiree Howell about how to navigate the holidays as a Highly Sensitive Person. Check out this website for more information on HSPs...
