A list of resources that may be helpful for knowledge and for finding calm in yourself and your nervous system.
As with everything, consistency is key, and if something doesn’t work right away, it may mean trying a few more times or trying something different that might work for you.
An explanation of trauma: https://youtu.be/ZdIQRxwT1I0
Stabilisation techniques: https://www.traumamadesimple.com/mindful-living-coping-skills.html
Recovery and stabilisation for men: https://1in6.org/topics/recovery-and-therapy/
Breaking the anxiety cycle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ib0Mqc1joO8&t=131s
The vicious cycle of stress: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UP8JwNYZBpI
Challenging thoughts (fact or opinion): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkNs08T8fcA
Working with fear and avoidance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RbnZkPvWyXI
If you have trouble sleeping:
A guided progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86HUcX8ZtAk
An introduction to tapping ( Emotional Freedom Technique – EFT): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1TNnovZ09M
A 20-minute body scan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=65KRN1Ldo3g
A 30-minute Iyengar yoga session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6jMTjFoTUY
A 30-minute restorative yoga session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49YTgg1J5fU
A calming panic attack talk down: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJWY3Bkkaew
Comforting panic attack talk-down & anxiety relief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYTg6vrDeKc
A walk on the beach https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eXr6tx_akY&list=PLZoDGrriQgsLVZZrP1hASVb5YGonqi0I_