Why do we get nervous? How does it work in the body? Is there a reason for this feeling? Let’s take a look at the science behind being on edge.
We all experience nervousness and anxiety at one point or another- it’s a big part of our evolution- so try not to panic when you feel those butterflies in your stomach.
Our brains contain a part called the hypothalamus, and it’s this that triggers feelings of stress. When we find experiences ‘abnormal’ adrenaline is released to activate our ‘fight, flight, or freeze’ responses.
The simplest way to calm our brain and nervous system is by taking deep breaths and reassuring ourselves that there's nothing to worry about.
