© 2025 J. Moffitt. Registered U.S. Copyright Office. Polyvagal Acupuncture®. Across many spiritual and trauma therapy frameworks, a state of processing or spiritual seeking arises, referred to in Zen traditions as the Great Doubt (大疑, dai-gi). It describes a state in which all conceptual frameworks collapse, including spiritual certainty and self-definition. It is not confusion—it is a radical Read More
Yang-Type Sympathetic Dominance and Adrenal Fatigue The ANS can become dysregulated in various ways, with two primary Yang-type subtypes: Yang-Type Sympathetic Dominance Adrenal Fatigue. Both represent different stages of yang overactivation within the sympathetic system, but their effects and characteristics differ. Understanding these two subtypes provides insight into how prolonged sympathetic activation influences physical and
© 2025 J. Moffitt. Registered U.S. Copyright Office. Polyvagal Acupuncture® Trauma refers to an overwhelming experience that exceeds the parasympathetic buffering capacity of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). It can arise from physical injuries such as traumatic brain injuries (TBI), natural disasters, or a life-altering medical diagnosis. Trauma also includes emotional experiences such as death, divorce,
Primitive reflexes form the foundation of the human nervous system, acting as building blocks for complex motor and cognitive functions. These automatic, involuntary movements present at birth gradually integrate as the child matures. Controlled by cranial nerves in the brainstem, these reflexes establish a balance between the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems, supporting motor movement,
© 2025 J. Moffitt. Registered U.S. Copyright Office. Polyvagal Acupuncture®. Primitive reflexes (PRs) are foundational components of the human nervous system, and serve as essential building blocks for complex motor and cognitive functions. These automatic, involuntary movements are present at birth and were thought to integrate as the child matures, usually by the age of
The cranial nerves are the primary neural pathways that emerge directly from the brain, playing essential roles in sensory perception, motor control, and autonomic regulation. There are twelve pairs of cranial nerves, each responsible for specific functions, ranging from the senses of smell, vision, and hearing to the control of muscles in the face, eyes,
