The Psychology of Fear, Security & Emotional Intelligence (Neuroscience lessons from Polyvagal Theory)

How to manage stress, build a calmer state of mind and create a foundation for growth and autonomy.

Polyvagal Theory is an intriguing sounding term that holds a lot of answers to how the body perceives threats and gives a surprising amount of actionable take homes that we can use in our everyday lives.

Join Sam Webster in this episode of the Growth Mindset Psychology Podcast as he dives deep into the fascinating world of fear, security, emotional intelligence and neuroscience.

There are three main states in which our nervous system operates:

Sympathetic (fight or flight)

Parasympathetic (rest and digest)

Dorsal vagal (shutdown)

They impact our reactions, mental health, and ability to engage with the world.

We'll learn how the body controls itself without conscious control and how to build techniques that give us the freedom to choose our own state and outcomes.

This is essential listening for anyone with experience of trauma or attachment injuries but it is also fundamental for creating the security we need to have a growth mindset.


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Recommended Books

Our Polyvagal World - Stephen Porges & Seth Porges

Also worth reading:


Attached - Amir Levine & Rachel Heller



The Body Keeps the Score - Bessel Van Der Kolk




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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Polyvagal Theory and the Growth Mindset Connection
04:32 Understanding the Vagus Nerve
06:03 Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic Systems (fight and flight vs relax and digest)
09:55 The Dorsal Vagal State (shutdown and detach)
15:07 Neuroception: Your Body's Spidey Sense
19:57 Controlling our nervous system
20:53 #1 Breathing Techniques for Calmness
24:59 #2 Managing Stress with Lifestyle Changes
27:55 The Importance of Vagal Tone
29:02 #3 Exercise and Stress Management
30:57 The Neuroscience Behind Exercise and Stress Reduction
32:34 Understanding Trauma and Its Effects on Neuroception
34:07 The Importance of Attachment in Early Development
35:09 #4 Healing from Past Trauma
37:05 #5 The Role of Pets in Co-Regulation
38:23 The Science of Human Connection and Attachment
41:40 Polyvagal Theory in Education and Fostering Growth Mindset
44:05 Applying Polyvagal Theory at Work to Build Productivity
46:57 Strengthening Relationships Through Polyvagal Theory
52:10 Personal Growth, Overcoming Challenges & Practical Tips for a Balanced Life
56:15 Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes
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