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What Does It Really Mean to Have a Regulated Nervous System?

Writer: Dr. Tracy McCarthyDr. Tracy McCarthy

Contrary to popular belief, having a regulated nervous system doesn’t mean you’ll feel calm all the time. Instead, it means your nervous system can respond to life’s ups and downs in a balanced and healthy way.

In short, it’s about resilience.


Signs of a Regulated and Resilient Nervous System

When your nervous system is functioning well, you’ll notice positive shifts in how you handle stress and emotions:


✨ You can experience emotions fully without letting them take over your life.

✨ You’re able to recognize when you feel stressed and bring yourself back to center.

✨ You can rest without feeling the need to justify it.

This resilience allows you to navigate life’s challenges with greater ease and grace.


Why Your Nervous System Affects More Than Your Mood

The nervous system does more than regulate emotions; it connects your brain to every organ in your body. A well-regulated nervous system can play a pivotal role in healing many physical concerns, such as:


✨ Digestive health (gut)

✨ Skin conditions

✨ Hormonal imbalances

✨ Metabolism

✨ Mood disorders and more


Removing Obstacles to Healing

In functional medicine, we always aim to address root causes and remove obstacles that hinder the body’s natural ability to heal. Nervous system dysregulation is one of those obstacles.



If your nervous system is stuck in a constant state of overdrive, it can affect your body’s ability to repair and recover. This makes nervous system support a crucial piece of the healing puzzle.


 Schedule a discovery call and we will help you take the next steps to feeling your best.

 
 
 

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