“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way. When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.”
Viktor Frankl
Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, emphasizes the connection between our nervous system and emotional responses. This theory suggests that our physiological state influences how we relate to the world, particularly in high-stress professions like those of first responders and veterans. The Impact of Trauma Trauma can significantly affect the body’s nervous system, often…
