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Widen the Window

Widen the Window

Training Your Brain and Body to Thrive During Stress and Recover from Trauma
HealthPsychology
Pages
496
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

Ever feel overwhelmed by stress or shut down completely? This book explains the science behind our body's response to pressure, introducing the concept of the 'window of tolerance.' Drawing on neuroscience and mindfulness, Elizabeth A. Stanley provides a practical guide to help you regulate your nervous system. Learn to recognize your limits and build resilience to navigate life's challenges without becoming overwhelmed.

Prose complexity
10/10

Vibe

InformativeThought-ProvokingHopefulIntellectual

Genres

Health Psychology Self-Help & Psychology

Authors

B
Bessel van der Kolk

Bessel van der Kolk is a Dutch psychiatrist, author and educator based in Boston, USA. Since the 1970s his research has been in the area of post-traumatic stress. Van der Kolk is professor of Psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine and President of the Trauma Research Foundation in Brookline, Massachusetts. ([Wikipedia][1]) [1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bessel_van_der_Kolk