Tag Archives: America
The President Parenting Our Nation
Our nervous systems respond to leaders the same way we react to people who hold power in our lives, especially caregivers when we were young. That’s because our bodies and brains develop in the context of relationships. Safety, connection, and … Continue reading
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Tagged alloparenting, America, Donald Trump, hierarchy, parenting, President, Trump, Trump Administration, USA
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From Tyranny to Corporate Rule: Reclaiming “We, the People”
On this Fourth of July, we’re not only celebrating independence. We’re mourning how much of it we’ve lost. The founders of this country declared their refusal to live under tyranny. They rejected inherited power, royal decrees, and governments that served … Continue reading
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Tagged 4th of July, America, Community, connection, Empathy, Independence Day, kings, safety, tyranny
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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
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Tagged America, chronic stress, Community, connection, election, Harris, interpersonal neurobiology, IPNB, Mental Health, President, Stress, Trump, well-being
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The Hidden Costs of Individualism: A Neurobiological Exploration of Western Cultural Biases
From an interpersonal neurobiology (IPNB) perspective, Western culture’s tendency to exalt the privileged and blame the unlucky and marginalized can be understood through the lens of relational dynamics and the impact on the nervous system. Relational PatternsWestern culture reinforces hierarchical … Continue reading