The Myth of Self-Regulation

We're constantly told to manage our stress better, become more resilient, and regulate our emotions. But what if we've been thinking about stress all wrong? In this compelling lecture, Prof. Judith P. Andersen challenges one of the biggest assumptions in modern wellness culture: that resilience is something we build entirely on our own. Drawing on two decades of research in stress physiology, trauma, and human performance, she reveals why our nervous systems are designed to regulate not just within ourselves — but with one another. Through fascinating findings from neuroscience, psychophysiology, and her work with high-stress populations, including police and tactical teams, you'll discover the science of coregulation: how the people around us profoundly shape our stress, health, and emotional well-being. Why does "just calm down" rarely work? Why can a few moments of genuine human presence change our physiology? And could human connection be one of the most powerful —and overlooked — tools for resilience? 💡 About the incredible Prof. Judith Andersen Prof. Judith P. Andersen is a leading researcher in stress physiology, psychophysiology, trauma, and human performance. For over two decades, her research has examined how stress affects the body and how human connection shapes resilience, particularly among high-stress populations such as police officers and tactical teams. Her work bridges neuroscience with real-world applications, offering new insights into health, performance, and well-being. 📅 Date: September 23, 2026 🕡 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM 📍 Location: Reid's Distillery 🎤 Speaker: Prof. Judith P. Andersen 🎟 Seats are limited!