In this season finale, we dive deep into a crucial topic for musicians: nervous system regulation. Understanding how to master this skill can be transformative for your career and personal well-being.
Episode Highlights:
- What is nervous system regulation?
- How dysregulation manifests in two ways:
- Hypoactivation: Wanting to shut down, hide, or feeling depressed.
- Hyperactivation: Increased heart rate, hypervigilance, perfectionism, and anxiety.
- The stories and fears that affect musicians:
- Fear of being seen.
- Worry about not being good enough.
- Fear of rejection or criticism.
- The disconnect between mind and body:
- Even if you know you're safe, your body may still react based on past experiences.
- Cheryl’s personal experience with anxiety and regulation:
- Learning to communicate with anxiety as a protective part of herself.
- Cultivating compassion for the body's response to fear.
- Practical tools to regulate your nervous system:
- Down-regulation techniques:
- Breathing through your nose to signal safety to your brain.
- Grounding: Lying on the floor, feeling your feet on the ground, or rubbing your arms.
- Listening to bird songs, singing, humming, or taking a hot bath.
- Up-regulation techniques (for hypoactivation):
- Walking, getting fresh air, or using a hot-and-cold shower.
- Flossing your teeth to focus your energy.
- Why this matters for your music career:
- Shortening the time you spend in dysregulation helps you stay aligned with your goals.
- Regulation enables you to connect authentically with your audience and build the fan base you deserve.
Resources Mentioned:
- Amplify Coaching: If you’re ready to work on your triggers and nervous system regulation, learn more about Cheryl’s trauma-informed coaching at http://www.inthekey.co/coach.
- Releasify App: Download the free Releasify app to elevate your music career and streamline your next release: http://www.inthekey.co/app
Thank you for joining me this season! Share this episode with your musician friends, and I’ll see you next season with more tools and inspiration to help you thrive.
