This might sound a little crazy, but what if....

The polar ice caps melting are a good thing?

As i've studied water more, and various research.

It seems like...…

Stop listening to Gabor Mate.

This is what Big Pharma wants you to think.

Studying Gabor Mate's work for the last 5 years helped me overcome anxiety and trauma, and changed my life (and helped dozens do the same).

Here are the 7 transformational concepts I learned from him:

These 10+ years working in mental health have shown me.

There are many ways to feel better.

Which is why I built Somatic Psychology 201.

I was diagnosed with 'generalized anxiety disorder' when I was 21.

I did not have an anxiety disorder.

I had lifestyle problems and a limited relationship to my body (these go hand in hand).

'Stretching and Walking'

In your body = out of your mind.

The mind is a wild horse, the body tames it.

10 minute stretch, feel into your muscles and tendons.

10 minute walk, focus on your big toe pushing off the ground.

'Muscle Relaxation'

Lay down flat on your bed, put your focus on your right arm.

Relax it deeper into the softness of your bed.

Now, slowly move into different parts of your body; this takes practice.

'Shaking'

Anxiety is energy stuck in your body, you must get it out.

Shake your:
- Hands
- Legs
- Chest
- Shoulders

Do this for five minutes, going back and forth between each.

'Mindfulness'

1) Sit on a chair, feet on the ground
2) Wiggle toes, feel into your feet

Feel the physical sensation of your feet.

Identify 3 objects, list 3 attributes of each

Ex. “The lamp is green, metallic, and antique.”

'Breath'

Intentional slow breaths calm the body.

4-7-8 method (inhale for 4 seconds, hold for 7 seconds, exhale for 8 seconds).

Breath and repeat “in this moment I am safe.'

The greatest gift you can give to yourself is release.

Release attachments, resentments, accumulated pain, perpetuated guilt and fear. Release grief, release negativity, release over-pleasing and succumbing to victim mentality.

Healing means you clean out this entire chain of events 👇🏻

Consistency is key. You're training your body to relax on command.

Dr. Weil recommends doing 4-7-8 breathing at least twice a day.

Stick with 4 cycles to start. After a month, you can bump it up to 8 per session if that feels good.

But never more than 8 at a time.

What happens when you follow this breath pattern?

As soon as you start consciously controlling your breath, you 'hack' into your nervous system.

The slow 4-7-8 cycle activates your parasympathetic response — the 'rest and digest' mode.

Listen to @huberman:

Tongue position matters.

Place the tip of your tongue on the ridge behind your upper front teeth. Keep it there the whole time.

Exhale through your mouth, making a whoosh sound as you pass your tongue.

Feels weird at first, but you'll get used to it.

The 4-7-8 Method

1. Breathe in quietly through your nose for 4 seconds
2. Hold your breath for 7 seconds
3. Exhale audibly through your mouth for 8 seconds
4. Repeat for a total of 4 cycles

That's it. The magic ratio of 4-7-8.

What’s the difference between...

Marketing and competition?

One of those...

Let’s you know about their next moves, ahead of time.

Consider this...…

2. Know her love language

1. Words of affirmation
2. Quality times
3. Physical touch
4. Acts of service
5. Gifts