Brain Regions (Part 2): The Limbic System

The limbic system is the emotional center of the brain, shaping our feelings, memories, and survival responses. When balanced, it helps us build meaningful relationships, feel joy, and navigate stress with resilience. But under chronic stress or trauma, it can leave us reactive, overwhelmed, and disconnected. In this post, we’ll explore the amygdala, hippocampus, anterior cingulate gyrus, hypothalamus, and basal ganglia—what they do, how they can get hijacked, and actionable ways to restore calm and balance with craniosacral therapy, herbal support, and mindful practices.