From Surviving to Thriving: Reversing Trauma Through Nervous System Awareness

From Surviving to Thriving: Reversing Trauma Through Nervous System Awareness, offers a roadmap for anyone longing to move beyond survival mode. Drawing on decades of research in neuroscience, psychology, and human development, Nick Lawrence, MA, demystifies the nervous system and provides practical tools to help you reclaim a sense of safety, joy, and connection. Whether you are an individual healing from trauma, a caregiver, or a professional supporting others, this book invites you to understand your body's wisdom, break old patterns, and nurture resilience. With gentle exercises, real-life stories, and a compassionate tone, this guide empowers you to create a legacy of healing for yourself and generations to come.

Nick Lawrence, MA is an educator, trauma specialist, and Family Resiliency Coach dedicated to helping individuals and families heal from the lasting effects of childhood trauma. Holding a Master's Degree in Education and an Administrative Services Credential, Nick brings over thirty years of experience in neuroscience, psychology, human development, and metaphysics to his work. His teaching career has spanned K-12 classrooms to Master's degree programs, with a focus on supporting at-risk youth.As Manager of the Foster and Kinship Care Education Program at Santa Rosa Junior College, Nick recognized a deep need for practical, compassionate support for families experiencing trauma. This inspired him to develop a unique practice as a Family Resiliency Coach, as well as signature trainings such as Harnessing Your Hormones and the Green Zone Reset Protocol. Nick is known for his down-to-earth, accessible teaching style that makes complex science and heartfelt healing tools available to everyone. Drawing from both professional expertise and personal experience, he empowers others to recalibrate their lives for maximum fulfillment-moving from merely surviving to truly thriving.