A regulated nervous system

​Mental struggels affects both daily life and relationships. For some, old relational wounds, anxiety, or traumatic experiences develop into physical symptoms long after the events themselves; for others, bodily symptoms arise without a clear cause. These symptoms are often complex and impact both psychological and physical well-being.​ Understanding these processes and how they affect both body and mind is central to recovery.

Prolonged stress and difficult experiences can influence the nervous system and the brain’s neurochemistry. Stress activates the sympathetic nervous system and releases hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, increasing heart rate, muscle tension, and alertness. At the same time, levels of dopamine and oxytocin may decrease, reducing motivation, feelings of safety, and social connection, while strengthening anxiety and self-criticism.

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Different types of physical activity have distinct effects on the nervous system. Third-wave therapies, with a focus on acceptance, self-compassion, and mindful awareness, support emotional processing, strengthen emotional balance, and help reconnect with the body. Through mindfulness, emotional regulation is enhanced, increasing your capacity to manage emotions and life’s challenges through conscious action rather than affect-driven reactivity. Personal training and strength training promotes body awareness and a sense of stability. While aerobic exercise such as walking, running, or cycling stimulates dopamine, which enhances motivation, focus, and the sense of reward.