Deb Dana, LCSW, is a clinician, consultant, and speaker specializing in complex trauma. She is the leading translator of Dr. Stephen Porges' Polyvagal Theory for both clinical and general audiences, and the best-selling author of Polyvagal Practices, Polyvagal Card Deck, and more. She is founding member of The Polyvagal Institute, a consultant to Khiron Clinics, and an advisor to Unyte. Deb Dana is known for her work coining the term "glimmers" defined by noticing small micromoments of safety. In this episode of the Your Own Medicine Podcast, Deb Dana and Kallie chat about exactly what glimmers are and how they relate to your nervous system. They answer the questions you previously submitted: Why do I feel sad sometimes when noticing glimmers?; What's the difference between mindfulness and a glimmer practice?; Why is sharing so important when it comes to glimmers?; And more... This is an incredible episode with an absolute legend in the somatic psychology world. Give it a listen and let us know what you think. Visit Deb Dana's website athttps://www.rhythmofregulation.com/You can pre-order her upcoming book, "Glimmers Journal: Reflect on the Small Moments That Bring You Joy, Safety, and Connection" at: https://www.amazon.com/Glimmers-Journal-Reflect-Moments-Connection/dp/1324082070?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=1Connect with Kallie on social mediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kali.somatics/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kali.somatics?lang=enCheck out Kallie's Bali Retreat at:https://trovatrip.com/trip/asia/bali/bali-with-kali-somatics-jun-2025?earlybird=true

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