BRAVE Too: Connecting the Brain and Body

Listening to our bodies can often tell us how we feel. On this page, you will see some tips on how to connect with your body and control its responses, starting with this simple square breathing exercise:

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There is a clear relationship between our body and our state of mind, especially when it comes to trauma. Take a look at this image for more information (click to download):

Below, you will see two videos on managing this connection. The first is a gentle, mindful body scan exercise from our team at BRAVE, while the second is an engaging TEDx talk on this subject.