Nervous System Regulation: Why Trauma Controls Your Behavior

Rooted Conversations with Mitch Webb · Mar 25, 2026 · 1h 16m

Many people struggle with anxiety, emotional triggers, people pleasing, and relationship stress without realizing that the real cause may be nervous system dysregulation. In this powerful conversation, nervous system educator and somatic coach Britt Laxton explains how nervous system regulation can transform trauma healing and emotional regulation.

When the nervous system becomes stuck in survival mode because of trauma or developmental trauma, the body begins to react with anxiety, fear, shame, overthinking, and emotional shutdown. Learning about nervous system regulation helps people…