How can the body help regulate stress and anxiety during uncertain times?

In this episode of Thrive With Us, Dr. Sarah Rasmi sits down with Dr. Lara Foresi, Joslin Gracias M.A., and Dahlia Yamout M.A. to explore how stress and trauma are held in the body — and how that awareness can help us regulate our emotional state.

They discuss hyper and hypo arousal, trauma responses, and the impact of ongoing stress on the nervous system, and share practical tools including body scans, sensory grounding, safe place imagery, and container exercises to help restore a sense of safety and steadiness.

Key Takeaways ▪️ Stress and trauma are experienced in the body, not just the mind ▪️ Awareness of physical sensations can support emotional regulation ▪️ Grounding techniques can help shift states of overwhelm ▪️ Co-regulation and connection support nervous system balance ▪️ Small daily practices can build resilience over time

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