Brain

An outline of the brain’s dual pathways to generating anxiety.

The brain has two main pathways that can lead to the generation of anxiety. These pathways, although distinct, can also…

2 days ago

The Amygdala: Understanding Its Role

In summary, the amygdala function is crucial for survival. It acts as a rapid threat detector, initiates the body's fear…

1 week ago

The Amygdala’s Role in the Stress Response

The amygdala, acting as the brain's threat detector, initiates the stress response upon perceiving danger. This involves activating the sympathetic…

1 month ago

How to overcome burnout at work

Learning how to overcome burnout at work requires a multifaceted approach involving understanding burnout, seeking professional support, and implementing practical…

2 months ago

Cultivating Self-Compassion

Self-compassion is a crucial skill for well-being that involves treating oneself with kindness, understanding, and acceptance, especially during difficult times.…

3 months ago

The two distinct pathways in the brain that generate anxiety

There are two main pathways in the brain that can generate anxiety: the cortex pathway and the amygdala pathway. Both…

3 months ago

Guide to CPR for the Amygdala: Understanding, Application, and Benefits for Managing Emotional Reactivity and Stress

CPR for the Amygdala is a tool that helps individuals manage their emotional reactivity and stress by using the SNAP…

3 months ago

Breaking the Grip of Dread: Overcoming Persistent Apprehension

It's important to be compassionate with yourself during this process. Choose one or two techniques that resonate with you and…

3 months ago

The Interplay of Trauma and Anxiety: Brain Mechanisms, Healing Pathways, and Professional Guidance

Trauma significantly affects anxiety, altering brain function and leading to avoidant behaviours and heightened emotional reactivity. Addressing past traumas can…

3 months ago

Rewiring the Anxious Brain: Practical Exercises and Techniques

Rewiring an anxious brain involves using a combination of techniques that target both the amygdala and cortex pathways. These exercises…

3 months ago

Cortisol

Cortisol is a key hormone in the body's stress response system. While essential for immediate reactions to danger and having…

3 months ago

Rewiring the Anxious Brain: Tools, Techniques and Strategies

Rewiring the brain from anxiety is an achievable goal that focuses on a change in the relationship with anxious thoughts…

3 months ago

Anxiety and the Brain: Understanding and Treating Anxiety with Havening

Anxiety involves the amygdala's stress response to perceived threats, which can become heightened by encoded trauma. Havening is a powerful…

3 months ago

How does mindfulness affect the link between thoughts and emotions?

mindfulness helps to create a different relationship with thoughts and emotions by increasing awareness, promoting acceptance, and reducing reactivity. By…

4 months ago

Havening Techniques for Anxiety Relief

Havening is a psychosensory technique that combines touch, attention and positive visualisation to alleviate anxiety and other emotional and physical…

4 months ago