#103 Sarah Baldwin: You Make Sense

Summary In this conversation, Sarah Baldwin explains the importance of regulating our nervous system and how it impacts our daily lives. She discusses the common traits of people seeking help and the role of somatic therapy in navigating the nervous system. Sarah also explores the six states of the nervous system and guides supporting dysregulated individuals. In this conversation, Sarah Baldwin discusses the importance of regulating fear and anxiety to help others. She emphasizes the need for individuals to know their fear and have the tools to regulate it to support others without being overwhelmed. Sarah also highlights the challenges of maintaining regulation in a dysregulated world and shares daily practices for nervous system hygiene. She explains the importance of building the capacity to hold a more significant life and how environmental organizations can facilitate regulation. Sarah concludes by discussing her work and making healing accessible to others. Takeaways Consistently working out our nervous system through neural exercises helps us regulate and navigate life's challenges. Understanding the six states of the nervous system allows us to identify and respond appropriately to dysregulation. Somatic therapy is a powerful tool for healing and regulating the nervous system. Supporting dysregulated individuals requires maintaining our regulation while empathetically connecting with them. Knowing and regulating our fear and anxiety allows us to help others without being overwhelmed. Living in a dysregulated world requires daily practices for nervous system hygiene. Building capacity to hold a bigger life involves capacity building and regulating energy. Environmental organizations can reflect and facilitate internal regulation. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Navigating Life's Challenges 03:17 Common Traits of People Seeking Help 08:07 Understanding Dysregulation and Regulation 23:21 Somatic Therapy and Navigating the Nervous System 32:20 The Six States of the Nervous System 43:26 Supporting Dysregulated Individuals 46:58 Regulating Fear and Anxiety 50:16 Maintaining Regulation in a Dysregulated World 53:51 Practicing Nervous System Hygiene 55:27 Building Capacity for a Bigger Life 56:53 The Importance of Environmental Organization 58:37 Making Healing Work Accessible Sarah Baldwin is a skilled trauma therapist, certified in Somatic Experiencing, trained in Peter Levine's trauma modality, Polyvagal Theory, and Trauma-informed Life Coaching through Martha Beck's program. She specializes in Somatic Attachment Theory and inner child work, offering comprehensive support for individuals dealing with trauma and related issues. Sarah Baldwin's Site: https://www.sarahbaldwincoaching.com/ Sarah Baldwin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahbcoaching/ Sarah Baldwin's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-baldwin-coaching/