Our nervous system constantly scans for safety or danger. This happens automatically, we don’t choose it.
When we feel safe, we can connect, think clearly, and regulate emotions.
When we feel unsafe, the body may shift into:
Neurodivergent brains may experience emotions more intensely, process sensory input differently, or need more time to regulate.
This is not brokenness. It is difference.
When we can name what we feel, we gain choice. We move from reacting automatically to responding intentionally.
Awareness builds self-trust.