Polyvagal theory
Polyvagal theory, developed by Stephen Porges, explains why your nervous system responds the way it does, and more importantly, how to work with it rather than against it. The theory describes three states (ventral vagal safety, sympathetic fight-or-flight, dorsal vagal shutdown) and why understanding them changes how you approach stress, anxiety, and emotional regulation. These articles make the science practical and applicable.
Posts tagged Polyvagal theory
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Co-Regulation: Why You Can't Regulate Alone
Your nervous system wasn't designed to regulate in isolation. Learn how co-regulation through relationships and connection builds lasting emotional resilience.
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Nervous System Regulation: The Complete Guide [Science-Backed Techniques]
Learn to regulate your nervous system like you train your body. Science-backed techniques for emotional resilience and stress capacity. Updated for 2026.
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Polyvagal Theory Explained Simply: Your 3 Nervous System States
Polyvagal theory explained: understand your 3 nervous system states, why you react the way you do, and practical ways to shift states for better stress response.