Resources to Calm your Brain and Body
After we experience trauma (i.e. sexual violence), our brain and body, specifically our nervous system, remains prepared for danger.
Understanding when we are in fight, flight, or freeze and inside our window of tolerance helps us understand when we need to reassure our bodies and brains that we are safe.
Video: Understanding Trauma & the Nervous System
Your Grounding Toolbox
We can equip our toolboxes with grounding techniques to support ourselves when we feel our nervous systems are activated. Try one of the following: