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Nervous System Reset & Decompression Tools

3/29/2022

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We live in a chronically overstimulated world. For many of us, it is important to focus on creating time to decompress from the day in order to avoid burnout.

Often many of us are so exhausted by the end of the day, we will just collapse. If we can take a few moments to consciously decompress, we allow our nervous system a chance to complete the stress cycle and reset.

Some decompression practices include:
  • Laying on the floor in silence and extending the exhales
  • Soaking in the bathtub with dim lighting
  • Stretching or a doing gentle yoga practice
  • Going on a quiet walk
  • Journaling or free writing
  • Listening to a guided meditation
  • Standing outside and taking 5 breaths

Not allowing the nervous system time to decompress would be the same as eating nonstop every day - our bodies wouldn’t have time to effectively filter out toxins vs. nutrients.

These decompression practices can happen during transitions throughout the day or as a conscious way to unwind in the evening.

Whatever you choose, start small.

Try to do something for just 2 minutes a day. Every week, add slowly to those practices and over time it will make a big impact on our stress and resilience.

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