Humans are wired for connection. Being connected to other people, pets, nature, and our own self feels good and right. But, how do we know when we are connected? What does connection actually feel like in the body? And, why does knowing this even matter?

Connection is regulating for our nervous system

Some of us were lucky enough to have parents who leaned into connection. They tried to affirm and validate us. They tried to meet our needs. Their presence was calming.

Some of us experienced c...