What is a nervous system reset?

A nervous system reset is a structured program that uses somatic practices, breathwork, yoga, and mindfulness to restore regulation to a dysregulated nervous system. This 5-week immersion addresses the physiological effects of midlife stress and hormonal changes.

Is this program only for women in menopause?

While designed for women navigating the midlife passage, the program benefits any woman experiencing nervous system dysregulation from stress, burnout, hormonal shifts, anxiety, or major life transitions. The practices are adaptable to all fitness levels.

Do I need yoga experience to participate?

No prior yoga experience is required. The daily practices blend gentle movement, breathwork, and mindfulness at a pace accessible to beginners. Alison provides modifications throughout to meet each participant where they are.

Can I watch recordings if I miss a live session?

Yes. All daily sessions are recorded and available for replay throughout the program. While live attendance deepens the experience, recordings ensure you can participate on your own schedule.

Where can I find a nervous system reset program near me?

The Rooted Woman 5-Week Nervous System Reset is offered entirely online by Alison Litchfield of Roots & Wings in Boulder, CO. No travel required. Register through the Nervous System Reset page or call 303-579-2008.

Rooted: 5-Week Nervous System Reset

RECONNECT TO YOUR BODY | REGULATE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM | RECLAIM YOUR WELL BEING

ALL CLASSES ARE HELD FROM 5:30-6:45 PM MT

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 7TH- WEEK 1

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21st-WEEK 2.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28-WEEK 3.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4th- WEEK 4.

WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 11TH- WEEK 5

Investment: $197

The 5-Week Nervous System Reset is an invitation for you to pause, tend to your nervous system, and restore steadiness from the inside out.

Are you ready to move stagnation and shift your frequency?

If you’re feeling sad, anxious, collapsed, tense, unclear, and/or lost, now is the time to tend to your body and nervous system. In our midlife and menopausal years, the old strategies of compromising our needs or pushing through our body’s signals no longer work. If you long to know what a “yes” and a “no” feel like in your body so that you can have clear boundaries, join me for the 5-week program that will change the way you live into your wisdom years.

You might feel:

The "Unraveling": A sense that the ground beneath you is shifting, leaving you feeling unmoored or anxious.
Physical Armor: Tightness in the hips, jaw, or shoulders that won't release, no matter how much you stretch.
Wired & Tired: Exhausted during the day but unable to settle into deep rest at night.
Disconnected: A feeling of being separated from your intuition and your body’s wisdom.

You’re not failing, you’re being asked to see a new viewpoint.

Root Into Your Practice

In just 5 Weeks, you will begin to:

How Do We Reset Our Nervous System?

A dysregulated nervous system is not something to fix through discipline or willpower. Regulation happens through consistent, body-based experiences that help the nervous system relearn safety.

Gentle movement, intentional breathing, sensory awareness, rest, and supportive connection allow the body to shift out of chronic fight-or-flight or shutdown. Over time, the nervous system regains its natural rhythm and resilience.

The 5-week Nervous System Reset teaches these tools experientially so your body can integrate regulation through practice rather than just understanding.

How Can You Tell If Your Nervous System Is Dysregulated?

Nervous system dysregulation often develops gradually. Common signs include:

Feeling wired and tired at the same time
Difficulty falling or staying asleep
Chronic muscle tension
Anxiety or emotional reactivity
Brain fog or difficulty concentrating
Digestive discomfort
Trouble relaxing even when life slows down

You may also notice behavioral patterns such as overworking, people-pleasing, difficulty setting boundaries, or feeling disconnected from your body’s signals. These are adaptive responses, not personal shortcomings, and they are especially common during midlife transitions.

What is Chronic Fight or Flight?

The body is stuck in “on.”

The system acts like there is a constant threat even when there isn’t.

Common experiences:

What is Protective Shut-Down or Freeze??

The body is stuck in “off.”

Instead of mobilizing, the system collapses or withdraws.

Common experiences:

What to Expect: 5-Weeks of Transformation

Weekly 75 Minute Live Gathering

Each week, we’ll come together for a guided session, blending yoga, movement, and mindfulness, incorporating Arielle Schwartz’s work of Applied Polyvagal Theory and Therapeutic Yoga for Trauma Recovery.

Join for Yin Yoga Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 PM

A combination of fascia alignment, somatic flow, therapeutic yin, and restorative.

5 Weeks of Inner practice Themes

Each day introduces one of the Niyamas, the five inner observances of yoga that guide how we cultivate a healthy relationship with ourselves and our inner life.

The Curriculum:

Week 1: Svadyaya and Understanding Our Nervous Systems – Arriving in the body and establishing resources.
Week 2: Saucha & Cleansing. Tapas & Building Capacity – Releasing deep-seated tension and fear stored in the body.
Week 3: Santosha & Finding Contentment – Finding your Rest and Restore Place.
Week 4: Ishvara Pranidhana-Surrendering to something bigger
Week 5: Integration

Can’t make it live? Recordings will be sent daily so you can practice at your own pace.

Guided by Alison Litchfield

E-RYT 500, Certified Advanced Rolfer®, Author

With over 35 years in the health and wellness industry, I’ve guided countless women through life’s transitions, and I’ve walked this path myself.

As the author of Roots & Wings: A Woman’s Guide to Embodying the Midlife Passage, I combine deep structural knowledge of the body with empathetic spiritual guidance. I understand the emotional, mental, and physical challenges you face because I’ve lived them—loss, marriage struggles, mothering, and navigating menopause.

My teaching style is not about “fixing” you. It is about helping you remember who you are when the layers of stress and expectation fall away.

Reserve Your Spot

Dates

October 7th- November 11th 2026 (no class October 14th)

Live Session Time

Weekly live sessions on Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45 PM MT. Recordings available for all sessions

Investment

$197 program fee

Registration Closes

October 6th at midnight

Testimonials

Alison's class on Nervous System Reset was eye-opening. She weaves together multiple aspects - sound, breathwork, movement, writing, food & drink, daily rhythms - to show that the nervous system is truly a system and can be regulated through different types of practices. The focus is on not just learning but doing, and bringing it home into our lives. Alison is a fantastic teacher and guide. Highly recommend. -Kaylin.
I did notice a difference in my nervous system. I feel more even, less likely to be reactive. I became aware that I don’t want to be reactive to other people’s turmoil and want to be more in control of my own emotions. -Penny

Have questions about whether this is right for you? Contact Us

New to Roots & Wings? Download the Midlife Nervous System Essentials Kit to begin exploring body-based practices for regulation and resilience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need yoga experience to join?

No. The movement practices are gentle, somatic, and accessible. This is not about achieving the “perfect pose”; it is about feeling the body from the inside out. Modifications will be offered.

What if I can't attend all 5 weeks live?

We strongly encourage live attendance to benefit from the community energy, but we understand life happens. All sessions are recorded and available for replay.

Is this helpful if I am having a lot of anxiety?

Absolutely. The tools of nervous system regulation and somatic grounding are vital for helping to reduce stress and anxiety.

What do I need to participate?

A quiet space where you won’t be disturbed, a yoga mat, a blanket, a journal, and a pen.

Related Services

The 5-Day Nervous System Reset works beautifully alongside other Roots & Wings offerings:

Rolfing® Structural Integration

Hands-on fascia work to release chronic tension and support nervous system health

Private Somatic Healing

One-on-one sessions for personalized nervous system support

Yoga Classes

Ongoing group practice to sustain nervous system regulation

Midlife Coaching & Mentoring

Integration support for applying nervous system tools to daily life and relationships

Have questions about whether this workshop is right for you?

New to Roots & Wings? Download the Midlife Nervous System Essentials Kit to begin exploring nervous system practices before the workshop.