Hi ,
New guide today. The vagal brake, in plain language, with short drills you can use anywhere.
What you will learn
• What the vagal brake is and why it matters
• How to spot when yours needs training
• 60–120 second drills that downshift stress
• Simple scripts for work and home
One small action
Do 4-in, 6-out breathing for one minute. Then hum for five slow breaths. Notice one change in your body or voice.
Read the guide:
Prefer video
Watch the short overview here:
If you missed the earlier posts
Polyvagal overview:
https://www.travisgoodmanlmft.com/guides/polyvagal-overview
Organizing principles:
https://www.travisgoodmanlmft.com/guides/polyvagal-organizing-principles
Book counseling or coaching:
You are not broken. You are adapting fast. With a trained brake, you can steer under pressure.
Travis Goodman, LMFT
travisgoodmanlmft.com
P.S. Reply with your “drop time.” How many seconds did it take to feel a notch calmer after today’s drill?
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