Author Archives: Shay Seaborne, CPTSD
Safety in Uncertainty: Protecting Ourselves and Others Through IPNB
In times of growing fear and division, such as those surrounding political uncertainty, it’s vital to mindfully choose our safety strategies for our own well-being and the collective health of those around us. As another Trump administration looms on the … Continue reading
Posted in Community, Mental Health
Tagged Community, connection, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, political, politics, President, Regulation, Trump, uncertainty, well-being
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The Brain Isn’t Broken; Medicine’s Approach to Depression is Faulty
A recent study on rumination and depression suggests that brain structure plays a major role in why some individuals get stuck in repetitive negative thinking. The researchers identified differences in the precuneus, a brain region linked to self-reflection and memory, … Continue reading
Posted in Brain Function, Mental Health
Tagged brain, brain function, depression, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, neurobiology, Psychology, rumination, science
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Connection Over Control: Why IPNB is the Antidote to Dominance Hierarchies
Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) supports the reduction of hierarchy, especially when it comes to relationships, organizations, and social structures. IPNB, developed by Dr. Dan Siegel, is grounded in the idea that human beings thrive in environments that promote connection, attunement, empathy, … Continue reading
The Neurobiology of Uncertainty and Fear
Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) offers a lens to understand how our brains and bodies respond to uncertainty and fear, particularly during political unrest. Here’s a breakdown of how IPNB principles apply to this context: The Neurobiology of Fear and Threat Perception … Continue reading
Posted in IPNB of Hierarchy
Tagged authoritarian, authoritarianism, co-regulation, Community, connection, Domination, domination hierarchy, fear, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, Nervous System, political, politics, PTSD, Regulation, self-regulation, social, social engagement, uncertainty, unrest, well-being
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Empathy as a Cultural Foundation: Leveraging IPNB to Dismantle Hierarchy and Foster Widespread Thriving
From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, undermining the domination hierarchy and building a culture that fosters widespread human thriving involves creating environments that support the natural human capacities for connection, empathy, and mutual support. Here’s how this can be approached: … Continue reading
Why “Regulate Your Emotions” is the Wrong Goal
From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, emotions aren’t something we simply regulate directly through willpower or control; instead, they are the product of a regulated nervous system. The nervous system, when in balance, naturally produces emotional responses that are more … Continue reading
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Tagged emotions, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, Nervous System, Regulation, well-being
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Election Aftermath: Shifting from Fear to Safety in Uncertain Times
If thinking about the future makes you feel afraid, you’re normal. And, your nervous system needs support. Chronic fear and the resulting hypervigilance are the biggest disruptors to nervous system health, self-regulation, homeostasis, and overall well-being. Our nervous systems scan … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Community, connection, emotions, feelings, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, Regulation, safety, well-being
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Post-Election Stress Relief: Community and Boundaries Can Protect Your Mental Health
From an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, maintaining your mental health in the face of overwhelming stress involves focusing on what you can control, specifically your relationships and sense of community. Seek out environments where you feel safe and understood. These … Continue reading
Posted in Politics
Tagged America, chronic stress, Community, connection, election, Harris, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, President, Stress, Trump, well-being
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Objectivism Debunked: The Imperative of Human Connection for Well-Being
Objectivism is a philosophical system developed by Russian-American writer Ayn Rand. It is centered around the idea that reality exists independently of consciousness, and individuals must understand reality through reason, the only means of acquiring knowledge. Objectivism promotes rational self-interest, … Continue reading
Posted in Politics
Tagged Ayn Rand, Community, connection, health, Individualism, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, objectivism, reason, well-being
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Trump or Harris? What We Must Do, No Matter Who is Declared the Winner
No matter which candidate is declared the winner in the 2024 presidential election, from an Interpersonal Neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, the first step we can take individually is to focus on creating safety within ourselves and in our immediate relationships. Election … Continue reading
Posted in Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Community, connection, election, election day, Empathy, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, politics, Psychology, well-being
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