NATURE HEALS - How a tree can teach us about life and the nervous system
Discover how nature, especially trees, can teach us about the nervous system, stress resilience, boundaries, community, and personal growth.
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wawrykmadison
- May 20
- 4 min
ESCAPING THE CRAB BUCKET - Why don't we set boundaries with the people holding us down?
It can feel very scary to advocate for ourselves, or set boundaries around behaviour, especially if in the past people have reacted badly to
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wawrykmadison
- May 16
- 2 min
VICKI'S TESTIMONIAL - How Boundary Babe helped me heal past wounds and focus on the important things!
I was a drawn to this training for a number of reasons. I love continuing education. I’ve always been filled with deep curiosity & an...
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wawrykmadison
- Dec 10, 2023
- 4 min
IS YOUR EMPATHY RUINING YOUR LIFE? - Why boundaries are essential to self preservation!
Are you someone who often finds yourself overwhelmed by the needs and emotions of others? Do you struggle with saying no and putting...
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wawrykmadison
- Nov 23, 2023
- 3 min
WHY DON'T WE MOVE INTO PAIN? - Simplifying the Pain Cycle
Contrary to common belief, the human body prioritizes survival and efficiency over logic. This means that pain signals can be triggered...
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wawrykmadison
- Nov 20, 2023
- 3 min
MY STORY - How I created The Boundary Babe and turned my wounds into wisdom
The wound is where the light enters - Rumi I’ll never forget the waves of disgust that were bubbling up inside of me as I laid on a...
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wawrykmadison
- Nov 18, 2023
- 3 min
NAVIGATING THE FAWN RESPONSE: A Comprehensive Exploration of the Fourth "F" in Trauma
Throughout the annals of time, human survival instincts have undergone profound transformations to cope with evolving challenges. While...
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wawrykmadison
- Nov 14, 2023
- 2 min
THE TRAP OF "NOT ENOUGH" - The science of celebrating achievements
Your house will never fully be in order. - Nathaniel Drew Image Via Oscar Swylan for UNSPLASH If you were to look at my vision board from...
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wawrykmadison
- Nov 7, 2023
- 3 min
THE SNEAKY CAUSE OF SCIATICA AND NECK PAIN - Understanding The Somatic Trauma Reflex
Both physically and mentally, injuries and trauma can cause significant effects on our bodies. The Trauma Reflex is a reflex that should...
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wawrykmadison
- Oct 31, 2023
- 2 min
THE IMPORTANCE OF SETTING HEALTHY BOUNDARIES
Boundaries are essential for healthy relationships and personal well-being. They define who we are in relation to others and help us...
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wawrykmadison
- Oct 24, 2023
- 3 min
IS YOUR GO GO GO LIFESTYLE CAUSING YOUR PAIN? - Understanding the Somatic Green Light Reflex
When we are born, our bodies lack the ability to crawl or sit up by ourselves. However, as we grow, our muscles develop, enabling us to...
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wawrykmadison
- Oct 17, 2023
- 3 min
UNDERSTANDING PROPRIOCEPTION - Your Hidden Superpower for Healing and Well-Being
When you walk down the street, have you ever stopped to think about how your body knows exactly where your foot is going to land with...
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wawrykmadison
- Oct 14, 2023
- 2 min
THE ABUNDANCE OF ENDINGS - Finding peace in letting go
Old friends pass away, new friends appear. It is just like the days. An old day passes, a new day arrives. The important thing is to make...
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wawrykmadison
- Oct 10, 2023
- 4 min
IS YOUR POSTURE CAUSING ANXIETY & DEPRESSION? - Explaining the Somatic Red Light Reflex
In our modern industrialized societies, we rarely face physical threats or attacks on a regular basis. However, our bodies still possess...
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wawrykmadison
- Oct 1, 2023
- 2 min
CELEBRATING THE EQUINOX - Tips for Preventing Seasonal Affective Disorder
The fall equinox means that the sun will progressively rise later and set sooner creating the darkest 6 month's of the year. With...
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wawrykmadison
- Jun 27, 2023
- 3 min
TRAUMA AND WEIGHT: Exploring the Connection Between the Freeze Response, Sympathetic Overdrive, and
Stress triggers a hormonal response that releases cortisol and adrenaline, two chemicals that are linked to weight gain.
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wawrykmadison
- Jun 20, 2023
- 2 min
WHY NOT BE YOURSELF? - ACCEPTING CHANGE WITHOUT JUDGEMENT
Often times we subconsciously mirror the way we feel to those around us. We become defensive when we are feeling attacked. We alienate other
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wawrykmadison
- Jun 13, 2023
- 2 min
THE NERVOUS SYSTEM LADDER - UNDERSTANDING YOUR BODIES RESPONSE TO STRESS
The nervous system ladder refers to the three distinct stages of the nervous system response: dorsal vagal, sympathetic, and ventral vagal.
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wawrykmadison
- Jun 6, 2023
- 3 min
TRUSTING THE PROCESS
It's painful to be held to a standard of "Perfection". Sometimes it comes from the people around us, but often, this comes from within.
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wawrykmadison
- May 30, 2023
- 2 min
HYPERVIGILANCE AS A TRAUMA RESPONSE: Understanding Its Causes and Learning to Cope
When someone goes through a traumatic experience, their body and mind react in ways that can be difficult to understand and manage.
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