Unpack the fight-or-flight response in warm, accessible terms.
Understand Sympathetic Activation
Learn what triggers your internal alarm and how to manage it effectively.
Combat Chronic Activation
Discover the true costs of prolonged sympathetic activation and strategies to mitigate it.
Restore Balance
Explore science-backed practices to help your nervous system return to baseline for optimal well-being.
Your Body's Alarm System: Understanding Fight or Flight No. 02 of 04
Your nervous system has one job: keep you alive. And it's extraordinarily good at it. But when the alarm that was designed to fire briefly and then settle gets stuck in the "on" position — everything starts to feel like an emergency. You'll learn what's actually happening in your brain and body when you're activated, how fight and flight show up differently (and why both make complete sense), what chronic sympathetic activation costs you over time, and four science-backed practices for helping your nervous system return to baseline.
About the Author
Hi, I'm Erin Evanson-Lass, LCSW-S, a trauma therapist and passionate advocate for mental wellness and trauma recovery. I specialize in EMDR Therapy Intensives and trauma-focused therapy at Waypoints Counseling in Plainview, Texas. I've dedicated years to treating trauma and developing effective tools to help individuals like you navigate through challenging moments.
Who is this for?
For anyone who has ever wondered, 'Why does my body do that?'
For those currently in therapy
Gives language and framework to what you're already experiencing.
Are you a helper or educator?
This can help you support anyone through hard things.
Clinicians
If you've ever wondered "why does my body do that?" — this series was written for you.
For those currently in therapy
Gives language and framework to what you're already experiencing.
Clinicians
Are you a helper or educator?
This can help you support anyone through hard things.
If you've ever wondered "why does my body do that?" — this series was written for you.
Your nervous system has been trying to protect you. Now you can understand how.
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