Research on stress and trauma in recent decades, in the context of information technology, has opened may people's eyes to some of the built-in systems we have to protect ourselves. Most have a general understanding that these systems were really useful when our ancestors lived closer to nature and the elements and would have to escape a wild animal. It only makes sense that your heart starts pumping and only your vital networks kick into gear if you need to fight or escape a dangerous situation. In today's human experience, we don’t have the same stressors, but our bodies still respond as if we do. Dr. Jason Siewert is here today to talk us through these systems and to help us build some foundational skills related to how we can respond to stressors and regulate ourselves.