Higher Nervous Functions: The Orienting Reflex
Higher Nervous Functions: The Orienting Reflex is a journal article by E N Sokolov (1963), published in Annual Review of Physiology. IX Coach's practice library cites it in 2 practices across 1 concept; each one is listed below, so you can see exactly where this journal article is put to use.
Where to find it
Practices on IX Coach that cite Higher Nervous Functions
- Slow, deliberate orienting to the room
Slowly turn your head, let your eyes move at their own pace, and let them land on safe objects in your environment.
The Orienting Response, Made Practical
- Conscious orienting in new or overwhelming environments
When entering an unfamiliar or intense environment, pause and do a slow orienting before engaging — letting the system calibrate before activating.
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