Jenna Trisko continuing my response...those are just three options for ways to orient to your space. Pick the easiest most enjoyable one in the moment! Do some breathing for a bit, go back to orienting, do some more rounds of breathing, go back to orienting. Take your time, move slowly and gently. Your impulse will be to rush or to hurry through the process. See if you can give yourself time and permission. I love that mantra Marnie sometimes says "I am safe, and I am well". These are just a couple of physical ways to reassure your system of that exact same sentiment. They might sound simple, but that's why they can really work! I am sending you so much love and light, and I hope this helps in some small way!

Jenna Trisko No apology necessary! I would be happy to--the circular breathing Tracy mentions below is a great one for panic. You might also know it as box breathing. It's a great way to keep your mind focused on something (counting) while regulating and making sure your body is getting that nice big breath. I might do a couple of rounds of that and then do a minute or two of the "orienting" I mentioned above. All that means is that you are using any of your outer senses (sight, hearing and touch are most accessible for a lot of people) to orient yourself to the space you are in, which allows the nervous system to acknowledge that it's safe. A couple of ways to do that!: 1. Let your eyes go where they want to go noticing colors, textures, shapes, shadows vs. light, maybe taking in a plant or animal you love 2. Listen for the furthest sound you can hear, then listen for the closest sound you can hear--move back and forth between those 3. find a texture that feels good to explore with your hands

I caught myself totally checked out and going through the motions at the beginning of this. I am constantly in the flow of not wanting to feel so much and acknowledging the power of being present for and feeling it all. If you find yourself somewhere similar, you are doing so great. This is a fun, joyful workout with lots of kicks and a very playful dance-y sequence at the end that slips you right into the stretch. I'm so grateful for this month's theme and look forward to continuing the challenge of stepping into my own authenticity! Great theme for a birthday month ;)

This workout is so special and connective in terms of finding that midline within our bodies and within ourselves. Can't recommend enough. Also, gliders are just fun and silly and kind of frustrating but really effective :)

Hi Jenna,

I am so sorry you’re dealing with this, and I am really glad you have people around you who have similar experiences so you can feel less alone. I’m a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and I have heard and felt versions of your experience before. Nervous systems are such fascinating things, and Marnie talks about them a lot in our work on the mat, which I am so grateful for! I’m really excited to hear that she’s going to lead us through some breathing exercises this month because that can be of huge help to me in those moments. In my system, those are also opportunities to orient myself to my space whether that means really focusing on the parts of my body that are touching the floor or a chair or just looking around my room and naming the things I am looking at out loud. It helps my system to be reminded that I am in a safe space, so that it can safely start to land and relax. The fact that you are sharing about this is pretty brave and cool, and I know this community has your back. You’re not alone, and you are doing great!

Monique, what would I do without your comments? I look for your name every single time I go to do a workout I never have before...xoxo

I really loved this one and found myself able to move through the Live really fluidly and mindfully, which felt wonderful. I'm coming back from a minor calf injury last week that really threw me for a loop, so I'm trying to be extra thoughtful about feet positions and releve. This one felt great! Love it extra when I can make the Lives!!!

I had that exact though. “What a baddie” was my first thought when I even saw the photo. I love these spotlights. And Tricia Nelson you’re a hit!

Absolutely agree!!

Lindsey J it’s my non-dominant side too! I’ve got bigger feet at a size 9, but I still think it’s worth looking at the mini for this! I think my left leg in general needs more focus for form and placement (also interesting). Thank you for this response! It feels nice to be validated by others’ experiences!