It Starts With Movement: How To Integrate Primitive Reflexes with Niki McGlynn

If you feel like your brain is out to get you,

spinning stories of everything that scares and frustrates you all day long,

then you are my person. 

There are a whole bunch of strong, determined women like us

who live with constant anxiety

that makes it tough to feel calm and stay focused on what we need to do.

Here's the thing: 

Anxiety doesn't just live in your head,

It gets trapped in your body too. 

So it only makes sense that if you can’t stop thinking,

You have to focus more on your body

And less on what you’re thinking.

(It’s all so meta, isn’t it.)

In this week’s podcast episode, I had the pleasure of learning from Niki McGlynn.

Niki is a neurodevelopment therapist and ADHD coach, and in this episode, she shares her wisdom on how retained primitive reflexes

(certain ways you move without having to think)

play a huge role in adult anxiety and trauma.

It starts with movement.

To integrate these primitive reflexes,

Niki teaches people how to move their bodies

in fun ways that feel safe.

Remember that feeling you had running around playing tag or dancing as a kid? 

That’s exactly what you need to go back to.

Moving your body releases built-up tension and calms the nervous system. 

It's a natural reset button.

But sometimes, just knowing you should move isn't enough. 

You might feel stuck.

Wondering how you’re supposed to fit one more thing into your schedule,

of if you have to join a gym.

That's where coaching comes in.

As your coach, we’ll work together to create a personalized movement plan

that includes some of the things you loved to do when you were young.

Everything from nature walks, dancing, 

or even simple yoga routines you can do at home for free.

And you’ll choose a time that works for you to make it part of your day you

look forward to instead of dread.

We’ll find where anxiety is stuck in your body,

Learn to let it be while you wiggle and move it out,

So you feel calmer.

And when your body is calm,

your brain stops spinning stories so

you can think clearly, and problem-solve.

You’re calm, your confidence is growing, and you’re having fun again.

Are you ready?

Let's go!

<3 Megan

P.S. This is the last week to sign up at my current rate. Schedule your call now to get started before June 1.

P.P.S. Be sure to check out Episode 90 of the More than Anxiety Podcast to hear more from Niki McGlynn about Primitive Reflexes and her work wherever you listen. While you’re there, take a quick minute to leave a review and follow so you don’t miss a beat and help others find the podcast as well. Thanks!

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