In this episode of the Sustainable Success Series, Nichi dives deep into the impact of a hyperactive nervous system—a state where the body is stuck in overdrive, running on stress hormones instead of sustainable energy. If you feel constantly anxious, wired but exhausted, struggle with digestion, fatigue, brain fog, or hormonal imbalances, your nervous system may be stuck in fight-or-flight mode.
We explore:
- What a hyperactive nervous system is and how it hijacks your body and mind.
- The connection between chronic stress, nervous system dysregulation, and conditions like POTS, hypermobility, PCOS, fibromyalgia, ADHD, trauma, and long COVID, etc.
- Why so many people post-COVID are experiencing worsened fatigue, anxiety, gut issues, sleep disturbances, and hormonal imbalances.
- How to retrain your nervous system to restore balance and stop feeling stuck in survival mode.
Key Takeaways:
🔹 A hyperactive nervous system = chronic stress mode. Your body is running on adrenaline and cortisol, making it hard to rest and recover.
🔹 Common symptoms include: Anxiety, fatigue, gut issues, sleep disturbances, hormonal imbalances, brain fog, and difficulty relaxing.
🔹 Post-COVID, more people than ever are stuck in this state. The global trauma of the pandemic has left many with lingering nervous system dysregulation.
🔹 You can retrain your nervous system. Healing starts with nervous system regulation techniques, including:
- Breathwork: Box breathing, extended exhales.
- Vagus nerve stimulation: Humming, singing, gargling.
- Gentle movement: Yoga, stretching, walking, shaking exercises.
- Creating a safe environment: Reducing overstimulation, adjusting lighting, using grounding techniques.
- Mindset shifts: Reframing stress and creating micro-moments of calm.
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📌 Join the program & help your nervous system slow down, feel safe, and reclaim your energy - The link to find out more is:
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Intro and Outro music: Inspirational Acoustic - Organic Harmony by Sonican; and Andrii Poradovskyi from Pixabay.
Disclaimer: This content is general in nature and intended for educational purposes only. It is not deemed as psychological treatment and does not replace the advice from your health professional or need for psychological treatment.
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