Our journey is not meant to be walked alone - sometimes, the way forward is found in connection. In today's episode, Lora, Jeff, and the lovely Bird explore the power of regulation and co-regulation, and why support and empowerment are so important. We explore:- What regulation really means - and why it's not just about feeling calm- The difference between self-regulation, co-regulation, and codependency- Why being independent doesn't mean doing everything alone- How presence - not words - is often the most powerful way to support others- The role of self-compassion in holding space for someone else- Why "handling your own stuff" doesn't mean carrying it aloneOur adventurer finds himself on a calm sea after his brutal storm last episode, feeling alone and tired, still bracing for the next wave. But as he watches a dolphin and a bird move in perfect sync, he realizes he was never truly alone.

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Chapters00:00 The Calm After the Storm02:51 Understanding Regulation in the Nervous System05:50 The Importance of Co-Regulation08:56 Navigating Emotional States and Agency12:02 Codependency vs. Healthy Dependence15:03 The Journey of Self-Regulation18:06 Communal Care and Connection20:58 The Role of Self-Compassion24:09 Practicing Loving Kindness27:09 Final Thoughts and Reflections#SoWhatWhoCares #Podcast #LoraMcCarville #JeffKalasky #CoRegulation #EmotionalSupport #SelfRegulation #Mindfulness #MentalWellness #Resilience #ConnectionMatters #HealingTogether #EmotionalIntelligence #InnerStrength #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #HoldingSpace