Tagged: Emotional Regulation

Why Do I Still Feel on Edge? Understanding Trauma and the Nervous System

You may know logically that you are safe, yet your body seems to disagree. Perhaps you have difficulty relaxing, become overwhelmed during conflict, constantly anticipate what could go wrong, or notice yourself reacting strongly to situations that other people seem able to brush off. You might experience racing thoughts, irritability, difficulty sleeping, avoidance, emotional numbness, or a persi