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Self Co-Regulation

Breathe with another body (partner or animal) — regulates nervous system.

10 min Beginner

Goal

Use another safe nervous system to re-regulate yours.

Steps

  1. 1
    Sit by safe partner (or animal).
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Expected Outcome

Immediate
Nervous calm.

Evidence base

School: Polyvagal

Founders: Stephen Porges (2011)

Porges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does "Self Co-Regulation" take?
This exercise takes about 10 minutes, practiced with another person in a Somatic format.
When will I notice the effect of "Self Co-Regulation"?
Nervous calm. In the short term: Use in tension.
Is "Self Co-Regulation" evidence-based?
Yes — it draws on Polyvagal (Stephen Porges (2011)). Porges.
Is "Self Co-Regulation" suitable for beginners?
Its difficulty level is: Beginner. No external tools required — it can be practiced directly inside the app.

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