Training Your Nervous System: A Game-Changer for Life
We put so much effort into prepping our bodies for endurance feats, but our nervous system? Not so much. This is especially true for first responders. Well, it’s high time we treat our inner wiring like the star of the show if we want to shape our lives into the spectacular experiences we crave. If we hope to realize our preferred futures, whether that be personal or professional, the first thing we must do is attend to our own wellness. Our physical health begins with ensuring our mental health is where we want it to be – now, and in the future. Let’s break down how to get your nervous system in tip-top shape—with a touch of humor to keep things light!
Driving with the Emergency Brake On? Totally Not Cool!
Here's the scoop: Crafting the life you dream about involves more than scribbling goals on a sticky note or staring at a vision board. If your nervous system is in a perpetual state of fight or flight (picture a squirrel on crack cocaine), it’s like hitting the gas with the emergency brake on. You might feel like you're making progress, but really, you're just burning rubber.
Chill Your Mind: Start with mastering the art of zen to strengthen the prefrontal cortex. Breathe deeply, meditate, and let mindfulness be your new best friend. It's about turning the mental static down and tuning into FM clarity and focus. The stronger your prefrontal cortex is, the less your brain will be in fight or flight (limbic system).
Brain Bootcamp: Challenge those crusty old limiting beliefs and mental patterns that don’t do you any favors. Grab some new tools and attitudes to rewire your brain for success—think of it as an internal renovation project.
Pamper Your Nervous System: Treat it like VIP at an exclusive resort. It is impossible to be healthy mentally or physically without adequate rest and sleep. Embrace self-care, prioritize your downtime, and soak in environments that rejuvenate your soul. Your nervous system will thank you.
Unleash Your Inner Potential with Cognomovement
Now for the secret sauce—Cognomovement! This isn't your average workout. It’s a groundbreaking way to ease your mind and give your brain a makeover through simple, focused movements.
Stress-Busting: Kick stress to the curb and unlock a state of calm that’ll make a Zen master jealous.
Mental Rewiring: Foster new neural pathways with gentle movements that steer your brain towards clarity and resilience.
Empowerment: As your stress levels drop and clarity takes over, watch yourself stride towards a life brimming with fulfillment and joy.
Ready to Retrain Your Brain?
Who’s up for a joy ride on the brain train? Let’s gear up for a transformative adventure that goes beyond typical therapy or coaching. It's time to unleash the true potential of our nervous systems and grab life by the horns. Let’s roll up our sleeves and show our nervous system the love it deserves—your ticket to a fulfilling and abundant life awaits! 🚀💪
So, are you ready to ditch the emergency brake and cruise through life with joy and ease? Let's do this together! If you’d like to learn more about Cognomovement? Go to www.katiewrigley.com and connect with Katie.
About the author: FPI Fellow Katie Wrigley is a Cognomovement Practitioner and Coach – pain and trauma specialist. To read her bio click here. To learn more about her efforts to help first responders grapple with impact of the job on their personal lives click here.