Love this, Monica. In my later years of teaching, I started to get triggered when administrators would walk into my classroom unannounced. I would go into full survival mode and couldn’t think straight. I couldn’t stop teaching and do mindful breathing because they were there to watch me teach. So, my therapist taught me the 50-50 method of focusing on my breath (slow exhales) while I carrying on teaching. I’d split my focus between calming my body via breath work while still being aware of my external environment. It was mind-bending but helpful. I still use that method if I’m in a triggering situation and don’t have the luxury of stoping what I’m doing, which, thankfully, is rare these days. 🙏❤️
A life changer. My nervous system has been on high alert since l was in the womb. I take this BREATH and sitting with my soul with me. Bless you Monica and Rosie. 💗
Once again, Monica Rose, your reminder about breathing has helped me. For years I’ve done deep breathing, just to keep in practice. It helped me as my late husband was slowly deteriorating due to diabetes. That was in my 40’s. My autonomic nervous system was firing off nearly daily.
Today my now husband had a fall related to Parkinson’s. A half filled coffee cup in hand. He was fine. The LR and kitchen was a mess of coffee. Another day. Another fall. He wasn’t hurt. My mental alert system fired off again. I did’t think of breathing like I know. Two falls yesterday. I took to rest to stabilize. Then read this recent post. Realized I forgot my breathing resource. I am now breathing again. Thank you, my dear.
Monica, I am on this path with you! Yesterday, after months of regular calming and silence, my husband mistakenly turned on his laptop to the one most triggering comedian's voice I cannot abide. Though in another room the video stuck on the highest imaginable volume and could not be turned down. He felt so terrible. My nervous system went on full brace, alert, hurt, and wild whiplash. Hangover this morning. Resetting amidst the spring blossoms and sunrise with 446 deep breaths. It means everything to know there are soul sisters like you!
Wow! Thank YOU!
Love this, Monica. In my later years of teaching, I started to get triggered when administrators would walk into my classroom unannounced. I would go into full survival mode and couldn’t think straight. I couldn’t stop teaching and do mindful breathing because they were there to watch me teach. So, my therapist taught me the 50-50 method of focusing on my breath (slow exhales) while I carrying on teaching. I’d split my focus between calming my body via breath work while still being aware of my external environment. It was mind-bending but helpful. I still use that method if I’m in a triggering situation and don’t have the luxury of stoping what I’m doing, which, thankfully, is rare these days. 🙏❤️
Thank you! Such a simple and profound truth that softens everything! 🌼🙏🏾🦋
A life changer. My nervous system has been on high alert since l was in the womb. I take this BREATH and sitting with my soul with me. Bless you Monica and Rosie. 💗
Once again, Monica Rose, your reminder about breathing has helped me. For years I’ve done deep breathing, just to keep in practice. It helped me as my late husband was slowly deteriorating due to diabetes. That was in my 40’s. My autonomic nervous system was firing off nearly daily.
Today my now husband had a fall related to Parkinson’s. A half filled coffee cup in hand. He was fine. The LR and kitchen was a mess of coffee. Another day. Another fall. He wasn’t hurt. My mental alert system fired off again. I did’t think of breathing like I know. Two falls yesterday. I took to rest to stabilize. Then read this recent post. Realized I forgot my breathing resource. I am now breathing again. Thank you, my dear.
I am sorry you and hubby are living with difficult circumstancs. I am, also glad that my article helped you re-gain balance.
Monica, I am on this path with you! Yesterday, after months of regular calming and silence, my husband mistakenly turned on his laptop to the one most triggering comedian's voice I cannot abide. Though in another room the video stuck on the highest imaginable volume and could not be turned down. He felt so terrible. My nervous system went on full brace, alert, hurt, and wild whiplash. Hangover this morning. Resetting amidst the spring blossoms and sunrise with 446 deep breaths. It means everything to know there are soul sisters like you!