Nervous System Health & Resilience

Welcome to Dr Jean Carroll’s Nervous System Health & Resilience Blog — your trusted source for science-based insights on stress relief, trauma healing, and somatic therapy.

With over 20 years of experience in neuroscience, nervous system regulation, and embodied healing, Dr Jean (aka Genie 🙂) shares practical tools and expert guidance to help you understand your body, calm your mind, and build long-term resilience.

Nervous System Healing: What is Burnout?

What is Burnout? The World Health Organization defines burnout as “a syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed.” But the truth is, burnout extends beyond the office. It’s what happens when the body’s stress response stays switched on for too long, leaving us depleted and unable to recharge.

Dr Jean Carroll

Aug 265 min read

Nervous System Healing: What is Anxiety?

What is Anxiety? Anxiety is the body’s way of preparing for challenge or threat. In healthy amounts, it sharpens focus, heightens alertness, and mobilizes energy — essential survival skills. The difficulty comes when this response gets stuck “on,” leaving us tense, restless, or on edge even without clear danger.

Dr Jean Carroll

Aug 265 min read