31 min

From Rescuer to Regulated: The Science of Stress and Emotion Contagion Neuroplasticity Nerds

    • Life Sciences

In this episode, we explore the shift from being a rescuer to becoming regulated, focusing on the science of stress and emotion contagion.

Key Points:

The Nervous System Is Relational: Understanding that your nervous system impacts and is impacted by those around you is crucial for teachers, clinicians, managers, and coaches.

Stress Contagion: Research indicates that leaders and managers can act as 'nerve centers' for their teams, transmitting stress which can lead to a domino effect among employees.

Impact on Students: Studies have shown that teachers' occupational stress is linked to students' physiological stress regulation, highlighting the potential for stress contagion in the classroom.

Mother-Infant Interaction: Infants can catch their mothers’ physiological stress reactivity through interactions, showcasing the importance of relational processes in early development.

Takeaway: Caring for our own nervous system, especially in high-stress situations, is essential for professional and personal growth when working in roles that involve helping others.

If you’d like to stay in the loop about our upcoming free training, head to https://www.nervoussystemschool.com/body-transformation-series to register.

If you enjoy our work, we’d love it if you could take a minute to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, and leave a rating and review. This helps to spread the word about the power of healing via neuroplasticity!

  • This podcast is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your specific circumstances before making any decisions based on what you hear. From time to time, we may discuss topics that explore trauma, lived experience, and the body’s response to negative events. If you become distressed by our content, please immediately stop listening and seek professional support. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, and you’re in Australia, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If someone’s life is in danger, immediately call 000. We don’t warrant or guarantee that this podcast contains complete, accurate or up-to-date information. It’s very important to talk to a medical professional about your individual needs, as we aren’t responsible for any actions you take based on the information you hear in this podcast. We may invite guests onto the podcast

In this episode, we explore the shift from being a rescuer to becoming regulated, focusing on the science of stress and emotion contagion.

Key Points:

The Nervous System Is Relational: Understanding that your nervous system impacts and is impacted by those around you is crucial for teachers, clinicians, managers, and coaches.

Stress Contagion: Research indicates that leaders and managers can act as 'nerve centers' for their teams, transmitting stress which can lead to a domino effect among employees.

Impact on Students: Studies have shown that teachers' occupational stress is linked to students' physiological stress regulation, highlighting the potential for stress contagion in the classroom.

Mother-Infant Interaction: Infants can catch their mothers’ physiological stress reactivity through interactions, showcasing the importance of relational processes in early development.

Takeaway: Caring for our own nervous system, especially in high-stress situations, is essential for professional and personal growth when working in roles that involve helping others.

If you’d like to stay in the loop about our upcoming free training, head to https://www.nervoussystemschool.com/body-transformation-series to register.

If you enjoy our work, we’d love it if you could take a minute to follow us wherever you get your podcasts, and leave a rating and review. This helps to spread the word about the power of healing via neuroplasticity!

31 min

  • This podcast is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your specific circumstances before making any decisions based on what you hear. From time to time, we may discuss topics that explore trauma, lived experience, and the body’s response to negative events. If you become distressed by our content, please immediately stop listening and seek professional support. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, and you’re in Australia, you can call Lifeline on 13 11 14. If someone’s life is in danger, immediately call 000. We don’t warrant or guarantee that this podcast contains complete, accurate or up-to-date information. It’s very important to talk to a medical professional about your individual needs, as we aren’t responsible for any actions you take based on the information you hear in this podcast. We may invite guests onto the podcast