If you've ever felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or unable to manage tasks that you think you should handle by now, this is for you. This episode delves into nervous system capacity—how much your system can handle before it leads to anxiety or burnout. Sheridan, a somatic trauma therapist and yoga therapist, explains the concept through practical advice and actionable strategies.

Key takeaways include:

1. understanding the impact of body-based sensations
2. the importance of co-regulation through social connections
3. recognizing the influence of societal factors on personal capacity.

00:00 Introduction to Nervous System Capacity

00:36 Signs You're at Capacity

01:37 Understanding Nervous System Capacity

01:52 About the Podcast and Training

02:46 Welcome to Sustainable Success

03:57 Personal Experiences and Insights

06:37 Defining Nervous System Capacity

15:45 Increasing Your Capacity

16:44 Body, Mind, and Soul Practices

21:21 Societal and Environmental Factors

23:42 Final Thoughts on Capacity

1. The 5-week Energy Management Program: Work Doesn’t Have to Cost All Your Energy
2. One-on-one somatic support for nervous-system-level patterns

1. What if you're not the problem? Full report. Access the full report here: https://sheridanruth.com/what-if-youre-not-the-problem/
2. Burnout Is Weird PDF: 7 real stories of people who stopped trying to “fix themselves” and found steadiness in unexpected ways. click here
3. Read Somatic Intelligence for Success: Nervous system alignment to prevent burnout and leave an impact. Purchase here.
4. Regulation Your Nervous System At Work: Learn to regulate with practices you'll actually use. No need for more time, space or privacy. Download here.
5. Try the Burnout Prevention AI ChatBot: Soma helps you shift out of spirals, self-doubt, and stress-based decision-making—so you can lead from your most grounded, self-aware state. Access here.

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