How To Apply Polyvagal Theory In Yoga With Dr. Arielle Schwartz

Опубликовано: 20 Сентябрь 2026
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Have you ever wondered how Yoga can be used with Polyvagal Theory to enhance Emotional Health?

Welcome back to Therapy Chat! This week’s guest is someone I really respect and admire, Dr. Arielle Schwartz. We discussed her newest book, Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga: Therapeutic Practices for Emotional Health. Recently, I attended a two-day workshop with Dr. Schwartz in the UK where she taught some of the material from the book—it was wonderful! I highly recommend any of her offerings!

Find Dr. Arielle Schwartz’s website with all of her offerings at: https://drarielleschwartz.com

Find Dr. Arielle Schwartz’s newest book, Applied Polyvagal Theory in Yoga: Therapeutic Practices for Emotional Health, on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/3WhYoF4

00:00 Intro
01:05 Dr. Schwarz's Background
02:00 Somatic Psychology Overview
03:00 EMDR and Yoga Integration
04:00 Vagal Tone and Polyvagal Theory
06:00 Vagal Toning Explained
08:00 Nervous Systems Overview
09:00 Stress and Trauma Impact
10:00 Polyvagal Theory Circuits
12:00 Parasympathetic Paradox
13:00 Threat Response Strategies
15:00 Restoring Safety and Vagal Tone
16:00 Early Life and Vagal Tone
18:00 Secure Attachment
20:00 Vagus Nerve Myelination
23:00 Impact of Early Life Experiences
25:00 Strengthening Neural Pathways
26:00 Structure of Yoga Classes
28:00 Balancing the Nervous System
30:00 Sympathetic Nervous System Play
31:00 Calming Practices in Yoga
33:00 Healing Journey and Body Awareness
38:00 Women's Healing Journeys
39:00 Hormones and Menopause
44:00 Embracing Life Transitions
47:00 Healing Practices Summary
50:00 Benefits of Vagal Yoga
53:00 Closing Remarks

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