Understanding YOUR STRESS RESPONSE/ How to create a flexible nervous system/ how to lower stress

Hi guys,
Happy Sunday! This week, I am so excited to chat about stress and how you can impove your response to stress!
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Time Stamps:
00:00- Intro
01:33- Why are we all so stressed??
03:35- Divisions of the nervous system
07:15- Eating for a healthy nervous system
12:16- How to activate your parasympathetic nervous system
16:07- Final thoughts
17:05- Outro
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[@kel65476]

I know I literally say this about every video but this was so good 🙌. Every time you said something I had a question, then you answered it!! So excited for your video this weekend. You should honestly have a billion subscribers! Thank you thank you ☺️

[@drclairelockridgend]

YAY! Thank you SO MUCH for this comment!! I am so so glad to hear that you are getting value out of the content and you feel the questions are being answered!! Thank you so much for the support💚💚💚

[@naomiblackerby6780]

I find myself waking up in the 3 o’clock hour more than I care to admit. You touched on that being related to blood sugar. Is that in general or could it be what I eat in the evening? I do tend to snack while making dinner and I also have dessert. Thank you for these videos, they are fascinating! Keep them coming, you really are making a positive impact on many people ❤

[@drclairelockridgend]

It could be. Generally if we can not control blood sugar well it can lead to us waking up in the night (due to dips)! I would focus on making sure you are getting a good amount of protein and fiber at breakfast and lunch! That often sets us up to be less "snacky" later in the day and after dinner! Hope that helps 💚 Will keep it up, thank you for the support 💚

[@sajdahsamuels4037]

Super helpful. Much needed info. Thanks so much for this breakdown. New subscriber 😊

[@drclairelockridgend]

Welcome, we are so excited to have you here! So glad that you liked the content! Thank you so much for the comment!💚

[@velschulz1713]

Really love your videos!!!! ❤❤❤❤

[@drclairelockridgend]

YAY!!! so glad that you like the content! Thank you so much for the comment!💚

[@cjsadsad]

So educational!

[@drclairelockridgend]

Thank you so much for the comment!💚💚💚

[@emazey5044]

Great video, life long hypoglycemic, the relationship between hypoglycemia and fight or flight activation, mind blown. Am also still dealing with post viral effects so lots of sympathetic nervous system activation lol! Thanks for the quick tips to help calm down the nervous system as well as nutritional suggestions. Food as medicine is something I embrace 100%! 🤗💕

[@drclairelockridgend]

It is such a crazy connection between the blood sugar control and the nervous system activation! Post viral changes can greatly impact the nervous system too! So glad that you are finding the tips helpful! Sending you so much support on your healing journey 💚

[@dbgermane]

Thanks so much for this! I am really trying to reduce my cortisol levels and inflammation and have felt a bit lost about it.

[@drclairelockridgend]

So glad that you found the content helpful, thank you so much for the comment! Sending you so much support on your health journey💚

[@elizabethvoigt9712]

Thanks Claire!! Timely topic, lol, as life is stressful at the moment. Are there physical problems that mess with the vagal nerve?

[@drclairelockridgend]

You are very welcome! Sorry to hear that life is stressful, sending good energy your way! Conditions like diabetes, auto immune conditions, gastroparesis, IBD, IBS and any inflammatory condition can impact the vagus nerve. These can all affect vagal tone and function. I hope you are able to utilize some of the tips over the new little bit 💚

[@elizabethvoigt9712]

@@drclairelockridgend ❤ I've been using the box breathing! I'm also trying to walk if/when I can. My parents are failing. Dad's in the hospital so I'm taking care of mom with dementia. Prayers and peace to all on this journey!

[@drclairelockridgend]

@@elizabethvoigt9712 sending so much love!!