Just Think: The Podcast Calm Down: Regulating Your Nervous System with Dr. Ben Schwartz
Feeling overwhelmed but don't know why? Your nervous system might be the hidden culprit. Dr. Ben Schwartz, our personal doctor, joins us for this episode to share what you need to know about calming it down
The nervous system controls everything from your stress levels to your digestion and even your pain. When we're stuck in survival mode, no amount of sleep, food, or supplements will truly help until we address this underlying regulation. It’s powerful—more powerful than any pill—because it’s wired to override the system when needed. And your mind plays a huge role here, but so does your body. Movement, deep breathing, grounding—these are free, simple ways to shift into the parasympathetic state that promotes healing. And we know-- Your body wants to heal. It’s just waiting for you to give it the right environment. Dr. Ben shares how.
- 1:21- Discussion on the nervous system and its regulation
- 2:03- Dr. Ben explains the nervous system's role
- 3:35- Importance of mindset in health
- 4:12- Visualization and health improvement
- 6:18- Discussion on victim mindset and accountability
- 9:05- Movement as a method to calm the nervous system
- 10:12- The nervous system's impact on body chemistry
- 12:07- The American lifestyle and its effects on the nervous system
- 14:19- Balancing sympathetic and parasympathetic states
- 17:24- Importance of addressing the nervous system first
- 19:06- Stress, sleep, and weight loss connection
- 22:20- Primal instincts and stress response
- 25:43- Gut health and nervous system regulation
- 35:44- Free methods for nervous system regulation
- 44:54- Advice for parents on helping children regulate their nervous systems
- 50:22- Leading by example for children
- 54:14- The role of faith in managing stress and anxiety