21-Day Nervous System Tune-Up by Irene Lyon

The Science of Stored Trauma Discover how survival stress gets trapped in your nervous system creating chronic symptoms. Learn the neuroscience behind why your body holds onto trauma long after danger passes. Master understanding the connection between unresolved stress and physical/emotional symptoms. This knowledge transforms healing approach.

Autonomic Nervous System Fundamentals Understand your autonomic nervous system's role in health, healing, and daily functioning. Learn the difference between sympathetic activation, dorsal vagal shutdown, and ventral vagal regulation. Master recognizing which state you're in and why it matters for healing. These fundamentals guide practice.

Mind-Body-Environment Connection Explore the intricate relationship between thoughts, physical sensations, and environmental factors. Learn how each element influences nervous system regulation and overall wellbeing. Master creating supportive environments that enhance rather than hinder healing. This connection reveals patterns.

Sensory Awareness Development Develop heightened sensory awareness to track internal states and subtle body signals. Learn Irene's specific techniques for tuning into sensations without overwhelming your system. Master the art of titration - working with manageable amounts of activation. This development enhances perception.

Orienting and Grounding Practices Master orienting exercises that bring you into present moment awareness safely. Learn to use external environment to regulate internal states effectively. Understand how proper orienting helps discharge stored survival stress naturally. These practices create stability.

Interoception Enhancement Strengthen interoception - your ability to sense internal bodily signals accurately. Learn why poor interoception correlates with anxiety, depression, and chronic symptoms. Master exercises that rebuild this crucial sense for better self-regulation. This enhancement improves awareness.

Feldenkrais-Inspired Movements Practice gentle movements based on Feldenkrais Method® principles for nervous system regulation. Learn how specific movement patterns can release held tension and trauma. Master using movement as medicine for your nervous system. These movements restore function.

Developmental Movement Patterns Explore developmental movement patterns that rebuild nervous system resilience from ground up. Learn movements that mirror infant development stages for deep rewiring. Master integrating these patterns for improved coordination and regulation. These patterns rebuild foundations.

Somatic Movement Practices Engage in somatic movements that connect conscious awareness with unconscious holding patterns. Learn to move in ways that support rather than override your nervous system. Master embodied movement that feels good and promotes healing. These practices integrate body-mind.

Safe Trauma Processing Learn safe methods for processing stored trauma without retraumatization or overwhelm. Understand the importance of titration and pendulation in trauma work. Master working at the edge of your window of tolerance for optimal healing. This processing ensures safety.

Discharge and Completion Discover how to support natural discharge of trapped survival energy effectively. Learn signs that your nervous system is releasing and completing stress cycles. Master facilitating discharge without forcing or rushing the process. This completion resolves patterns.

Integration Techniques Apply integration techniques that help new patterns stick and become default responses. Learn to bridge healing experiences into daily life situations. Master maintaining gains between practice sessions for lasting change. These techniques ensure permanence.

Capacity Building Exercises Build nervous system capacity to handle life's stressors without becoming dysregulated. Learn exercises that gradually expand your window of tolerance. Master increasing resilience through progressive, gentle challenges. These exercises strengthen systems.

Stress Response Optimization Optimize your stress response to be appropriate rather than excessive or insufficient. Learn to have healthy activation that resolves rather than gets stuck. Master returning to baseline quickly after stressful events. This optimization improves adaptability.

Resilience Maintenance Develop practices for maintaining nervous system resilience long-term. Learn daily habits that support ongoing regulation and prevent regression. Master creating lifestyle that naturally supports nervous system health. This maintenance ensures sustainability.

Audio Exercise Series (9 Sessions) Body Scanning Techniques Practice comprehensive body scanning to identify areas of tension and holding. Learn to scan without judgment while maintaining curious awareness. Master noticing subtle sensations that indicate nervous system states. These techniques reveal patterns.

Breathing Regulation Practices Explore various breathing practices that directly influence autonomic nervous system balance. Learn which breathing patterns activate versus calm your system. Master using breath as primary tool for self-regulation. These practices provide control.

Guided Somatic Experiences Experience guided somatic exercises designed to process and integrate stored stress. Learn through direct experience rather than intellectual understanding alone. Master applying somatic principles through structured, safe exploration. These experiences embody learning.

Educational Video Series (5 Videos) Survival Stress Mechanisms Understand mechanisms of how survival stress affects every body system comprehensively. Learn why traditional approaches often fail to address root causes. Master recognizing survival stress patterns in yourself and others. These mechanisms explain symptoms.

Healing Principles Discover core principles that guide effective nervous system healing and regulation. Learn why going slow and honoring your system's pace matters. Master applying principles that create lasting rather than temporary change. These principles guide healing.

Practical Applications Learn practical applications for using nervous system knowledge in daily life. Understand how to apply exercises during challenging moments effectively. Master integrating practices seamlessly into existing routines. These applications ensure usability.