{"product_id":"the-tree-me-a-polyvagal-poem-9781954332553","title":"The Tree \u0026 Me: A Polyvagal Poem","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn illustrated meditative journey of the nervous system experience through the lens of The Polyvagal Theory-the reader moves through the different nervous system states and the 'felt' experience of dysregulation. The author shares co-regulation techniques to empower and furnish the reader with the self-help tools to shift nervous system states. Its meditative structure aims to reduce anxiety, depression, and traumatic stress, while creating mental wellness and emotional security.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the Afterword written by \u003cstrong\u003eStephen W. Porges, PhD\u003c\/strong\u003e, creator of The Polyvagal Theory: \u003cstrong\u003e \"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Tree \u0026amp; Me\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e elegantly captures the essence of Polyvagal Theory by highlighting the importance of connection, safety, and nurturing experiences in achieving a state of well-being and wholeness. The poem serves as a beautiful reminder of the profound impact of our relationships and environment on our mental and physical health.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom \u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e: \"This rhyming poem was inspired by psychologist and neuroscientist Stephen Porges' polyvagal theory, which dealt in part with the vagus nerve's role in trauma response. Dickson uses a tree metaphor to describe the impact of trauma on the human nervous system. The book accurately depicts aspects of post-traumatic stress disorder symptoms ... the illustrations effectively contribute to the book's soothing aesthetic.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wyatt-MacKenzie Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 10\/01\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781954332553\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 24\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.83lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 11.00w x 0.25d","brand":"Katy Dickson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44683498586293,"sku":"9781954332553","price":20.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_4aecf041-8e7a-420d-9d80-8ce032fa86f6.jpg?v=1727796111","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-tree-me-a-polyvagal-poem-9781954332553","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}