From the moment we are born we yearn for touch with love, affection, signaling safety and presence. Without it we die; it is because this is a crucial period in our lives in which our nervous system is forming outside of our mothers body but still in co-regulation to her. As adults we still yearn for touch, we still can be so deeply impacted by it and for the female nervous system-which has a more advanced social engagement system-touch is crucial for us. We learn to show up for ourselves and to

I know many of our immigrant families, friends, and neighbors are feeling anxious and afraid right now. You are all valued members of our city, and we’re fully committed to your safety. Learn about your rights and find resources at columbus.gov/allofus #ICE #Columbus