Calm Your Nervous System: Simple Daily Practices for When You're Wired, Hangry, or Too Busy to Rest | Nadia Narain & Katia Narain Phillips — 10% Happier with Dan Harris

Dan Harris interviews Nadia Narain and Katya Narain Phillips, authors of *Glimmers*, to discuss simple nervous system regulation techniques. They explain the difference between triggers and "glimmers," which are tiny moments of safety that build resilience. The sisters share practical exercises like facial tension release, shaking out stress, and slowing down daily chores to counter modern speediness. The episode emphasizes that awareness and small, consistent actions can help manage anxiety and improve emotional flexibility in daily life.

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Introduction and guest welcome Nervous system 101 and creating flexibility Childhood patterns and relationship triggers Sympathetic vs. parasympathetic and shutdown states Defining glimmers and triggers Coping mechanisms and self-medicating Building resilience through glimmers Sponsor: 10% Happier App Sponsor: Carrie on Prime Video Sponsor: Planet Visionaries Sponsor: Cash App Practice: Glimmer check-in and body awareness Practice: Gratitude and counteracting negativity bias Practice: Jaw release and body grounding Practice: Self-compassion and touch Practice: Shaking out excess energy Practice: Expanding visual field Practice: Slowing down daily chores The cost of speed and rushing Managing domestic space and clutter Sponsor: Quince Sponsor: Progressive Insurance The upward spiral of mental health Basic needs: eating, drinking, and rest Defining rest and active recovery Setting boundaries and saying no The concept of reparenting Conclusion and book promotion Credits and final thanks Sponsor: GameTime

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Calm Your Nervous System: Simple Daily Practices for When You're Wired, Hangry, or Too Busy to Rest | Nadia Narain & Katia Narain Phillips

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