I interview Deb Dana, a Polyvagal and trauma-informed therapist who has made the work of Dr. Steven Porges accessible to others. The conversation focuses on the concept of "story follows state" in Polyvagal Theory, where one's autonomic state comes to life and then feeds information to the brain, which creates a story based on what's happening in the body. Deb discusses the different stories that can emerge from dorsal, sympathetic, and ventral states, and how therapists can help clients identify cues of safety and danger in order to regulate their nervous system. The interview also touches on the process of moving up the ladder in therapy and the stigmatization of mental health. The interview concludes with a discussion of the "polyvagal family" and the importance of taking action to make a positive change in the world.
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