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In this episode, we’re diving deep into the concept of the window of tolerance—a term coined by Dr. Dan Siegel that describes the optimal range of emotional and physiological arousal where you can function, learn, and grow. It’s that balanced state where you feel calm, focused, and capable of handling life’s ups and downs without tipping into overwhelm or shutdown.

But here’s the thing: no two people have the same window of tolerance. It’s shaped by your history, your body, and your experiences—both the good and the difficult. If you’ve dealt with chronic stress, trauma, or illness, your window of tolerance may be smaller, making it harder to stay regulated when life throws challenges your way.

One of the most powerful realizations we explore is that your nervous system often mistakes familiarity for safety. If you’ve lived in chaos or high-stress environments, your body might feel most “comfortable” in that state—even if it’s not actually helping you grow. Expanding your window of tolerance isn’t just about feeling better; it’s about retraining your body to recognize calm and balance as safe. We talk about why small, incremental changes are key—because just like building physical strength, you don’t start with a 100kg squat. It’s about introducing manageable shifts that your nervous system can integrate without triggering a stress response.

We also get into the importance of vagal tone—the strength and responsiveness of your vagus nerve, which is critical for nervous system regulation. We share practical tools to support this, like breathwork, somatic therapy, and co-regulation with safe, attuned people. The goal isn’t to avoid stress altogether—it’s to build the capacity to stay present and responsive when it happens. This conversation is about building trust with your body and nervous system, so you can move through life with more ease, flexibility, and resilience.

Tune in and learn how to stretch your window of tolerance in a way that feels supportive, not overwhelming.

Get ready to unlock your inner light and start healing from within!

And if you have any comments on the show, any questions you might want answered, or you just want to connect - reach out to us directly @hilary.conroy and @drjaxsonwearing

We’re here to help you understand the full power that breathwork can have on your physical and mental health - Jaxson is hosting our Creative Conscious Breathwork sessions, using a combination of energy work and sound healing practices to elevate your consciousness: https://www.luminousbody.co/events

Unsure of where to start on your own stress management path? We get it - with so much information out there, even dealing with stress starts to sound… well, stressful! We’ve created a FREE e-book for you that gives our best practical advice and actionable strategies to learn how to regulate your emotions and create a well-balanced and resilient mindset! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KfFguWPKblTAkKdrmgR66FDxlFnIHBeX/view?usp=drivesdk

If you’re ready to start your holistic health journey, we’d love to help you take that first step - feel free to contact us for any information or to book your appointment now: https://www.luminousbody.co/

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Hilary’s pregnancy has been a journey of surrender—letting go of control, embracing change, and redefining what it means to care for herself. Pregnancy doesn’t wait for you to be ready; it moves forward, shifting your body, your emotions, and your sense of self in ways you never expected.

At first, the biggest worry seemed small—grieving a wardrobe that no longer fit. But when nausea and exhaustion took over, priorities shifted. The first trimester was a crash course in surrender, a reminder that productivity and achievement were no longer the metrics of worth. Instead, it became about listening to her body, slowing down, and allowing herself to be supported.

This season has been a deep practice in presence—learning to notice the small, fleeting moments of connection. It’s also been an awakening to how deeply ingrained old patterns are. The need to push through, to perform, to be "capable" at all costs. But pregnancy demanded something different: rest, nourishment, and trust.

Through it all, Hilary realized something profound—she was willing to prioritize herself for her baby, but why had she never felt just as worthy on her own? This shift in perspective, this unraveling of old narratives, is the real work of transformation. And it extends far beyond pregnancy.

Motherhood begins long before birth. It starts in the quiet moments of self-reflection, in the deep questioning of what kind of presence you want to bring into your life and your relationships. Who do you want to be as a parent? What patterns do you want to change? How do you want to show up, not just for your child, but for yourself?

Pregnancy is more than physical change—it’s a portal into a new way of being. It asks you to meet yourself in a deeper way than ever before. To surrender. To soften. To trust. And in doing so, to find a version of yourself that was always waiting to be uncovered.

🎧 Listen now and step into the deep transformation of Hilary’s pregnancy journey.

Get ready to unlock your inner light and start healing from within!

And if you have any comments on the show, any questions you might want answered, or you just want to connect - reach out to us directly @hilary.conroy and @drjaxsonwearing

We’re here to help you understand the full power that breathwork can have on your physical and mental health - Jaxson is hosting our Creative Conscious Breathwork sessions, using a combination of energy work and sound healing practices to elevate your consciousness: https://www.luminousbody.co/events

Unsure of where to start on your own stress management path? We get it - with so much information out there, even dealing with stress starts to sound… well, stressful! We’ve created a FREE e-book for you that gives our best practical advice and actionable strategies to learn how to regulate your emotions and create a well-balanced and resilient mindset! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KfFguWPKblTAkKdrmgR66FDxlFnIHBeX/view?usp=drivesdk

If you’re ready to start your holistic health journey, we’d love to help you take that first step - feel free to contact us for any information or to book your appointment now: https://www.luminousbody.co/

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Have you ever reacted to a situation in a way that felt completely out of proportion to what was happening? Maybe a small comment from a friend left you feeling rejected, or an unexpected sound sent your heart racing. These reactions are called triggers, and they often stem from unprocessed past experiences stored in your body.

In this episode, we dive deep into the neurology of triggers—why they happen, how your nervous system responds, and how past emotions resurface in the present. We’ll explore how your brain activates fight, flight, freeze, or shutdown without you even realizing it, and how these reactions can shape your relationships, decision-making, and emotional well-being.

But here’s the good news: You are not powerless. By understanding your body’s responses, you can start recognizing triggers, self-regulate in real-time, and even rewire your reactions to feel safer and more grounded.

We break down how your brain and nervous system create automatic responses to stress, why your past experiences shape your reactions today, and the role of the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex in triggering responses. We also explore the importance of co-regulation and self-soothing in healing, as well as practical techniques to move through a trigger instead of getting stuck in it.

By the end of this episode, you’ll have tools to identify and work through your triggers, rather than feeling controlled by them.

Triggers are body-based, not just mental. They are stored emotional experiences that resurface when something in the present reminds your nervous system of the past. Your survival brain overrides logical thinking. When triggered, the amygdala takes over, shutting down your ability to rationalize and react calmly. Healing happens when you sit with your triggers. Instead of avoiding or suppressing them, learning to self-soothe, regulate, and reprocess can help you move through emotional reactions with more ease.

We also mention Neuroemotional Technique (NET) & Somatic Therapy to understand how emotions are stored in the body, as well as EMDR Therapy for reprocessing past traumatic experiences. You'll also learn about Cyclic Sighing & Breathwork, powerful techniques to regulate your nervous system in the moment.

Have you noticed your own triggers? What techniques help you self-regulate? Liste

Get ready to unlock your inner light and start healing from within!

And if you have any comments on the show, any questions you might want answered, or you just want to connect - reach out to us directly @hilary.conroy and @drjaxsonwearing

We’re here to help you understand the full power that breathwork can have on your physical and mental health - Jaxson is hosting our Creative Conscious Breathwork sessions, using a combination of energy work and sound healing practices to elevate your consciousness: https://www.luminousbody.co/events

Unsure of where to start on your own stress management path? We get it - with so much information out there, even dealing with stress starts to sound… well, stressful! We’ve created a FREE e-book for you that gives our best practical advice and actionable strategies to learn how to regulate your emotions and create a well-balanced and resilient mindset! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KfFguWPKblTAkKdrmgR66FDxlFnIHBeX/view?usp=drivesdk

If you’re ready to start your holistic health journey, we’d love to help you take that first step - feel free to contact us for any information or to book your appointment now: https://www.luminousbody.co/

All information that is provided in this episode is general, with t...