Elisabeth Kristof, the founder of Brain Based Wellness, returns this week and joins me as we unpack what hypo and hyper vigilance is, trauma response, and dealing with a dysregulated nervous system. I also share how working with Elisabeth has changed my life and my experience with having a threatened nervous system.    In this episode, I share:  [00:19] How working with Elisabeth changed my life for the better [2:41] Elisabeth explains Hyper Vigilance [4:06] How your job can make you feel threatened & stressed [5:11] Elisabeth explains Hypo Vigilance [7:20] Elisabeth explains Trauma response [8:30] Our brains primary purpose is survival [10:09] A dysregulated nervous system leads to disease [12:01] Uncertainty  is the most threatening thing for our brain [14:47] Elisabeth & I talk about our experiences dealing with a threatened nervous system [16:56] Applied neurology is training your nervous system to be more resilient [19:35] Elisabeth explains the Vagus nerve [21:41] Elisabeth talks about Polyvagal Theory [22:32] Ventral Vagal State [23:44] Your visual system & eye training [28:16] Parasympathetic and Sympathetic nervous system [29:37] Cell replication, DNA is damaged by trauma [29:54] Healing racism [33:24] The fear of sharing your shame [36:12] Neuroscience is the science of hope   Resources From This Episode: Work with Elisabeth 25% OFF Your First Month’s Membership at Brain Based Wellness  Use (Code: illuminated25) Get your free morning practice with Elisabeth HERE You’ll get 2-3 applied neuro drills and 1 somatic meditation   Work with Jennifer 25% Off a Private Coaching Session HERE   “My Grandmother’s Hands” by Resmaa Menakem “Polyvagal Theory” by Dr. Stephen Porges   Connect with Jennifer Website Facebook Instagram   Connect with Elisabeth Website Facebook Instagram