A year-end recap of the core nervous system concepts we explored in 2025! From the four states and trauma responses to fear, control, rest tolerance, capacity, and what actually regulates the body.

If you’re new here, this episode catches you up. If you’ve been listening all year, it helps everything click. Your nervous system wasn’t failing, it's adapting.

This episode reframes what “healing” is supposed to look like. If your year felt slow, heavy, or nothing like the transformation you hoped for, you’ll learn how growth often happens quietly; in boundaries held, spirals interrupted, and clarity that arrives late. A grounded reminder that you’re not behind; you’ve been changing in ways you might not have noticed yet.

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In this episode of "Swearing is Allowed," host Haley Veronyak delves into the unique pressures of December, exploring why the end of the year often feels overwhelming. Haley discusses the myth of "finishing strong" and how our bodies naturally signal the need for rest and reflection. She offers insights into distinguishing between burnout and natural depletion, emphasizing the importance of listening to our bodies and respecting our limits. Tune in for a refreshing perspective on embracing the end of the year with honesty and self-compassion.