Podcasts about Fight or Flight

What if ADHD isn't just about focus… but about a nervous system stuck in survival mode? Therapist Jennifer Free explains why many ADHD brains are living in chronic fight-or-flight—and why productivity tools like planners and to-do lists often fail. In this episode, Jennifer shares how her own late ADHD diagnosis in graduate school led her to rethink everything she was taught about ADHD treatment. Instead of adding more systems and strategies, she began focusing on nervous system regulation. When the body is dysregulated, executive functioning drops, urgency increases, and people get stuck in a familiar ADHD pattern: on → crash → repeat. Jennifer introduces the concept of “alignment with reality” — learning to match your internal state to what's actually happening instead of fighting reality with thoughts like “I'm behind” or “there's not enough time.” We also explore ADHD in women and motherhood, the cultural pressure to constantly produce, and how productivity for productivity's sake can disconnect us from joy, presence, and the people we care about most. Jennifer shares practical ways to regulate in everyday life, including recognizing signs of dysregulation, slowing the body to signal safety, and identifying the beliefs that keep us stuck in urgency. If you constantly feel rushed, overwhelmed, or trapped by your to-do list, this episode will change how you think about ADHD, productivity, and regulation.

If you live in fight-or-flight—anxiety, hypervigilance, chronic stress, shutdown, or even chronic pain—your body isn't being "dramatic." It's protecting you. But healing is hard when your nervous system can't access safety. In this episode of Adulting With Autism, we talk with Ethan Reisboard, CHT, a hypnotherapist who helps clients regulate their nervous systems and create lasting change using evidence-informed hypnotherapy tools. Ethan shares his own recovery story: in 2021 he developed post-concussion syndrome with debilitating migraines and eye dysfunction. After trying numerous approaches with no results, hypnotherapy helped shift his body out of fight-or-flight so recovery could finally begin. Now he works with clients (mostly over Zoom) to build safety, reduce triggers, and develop skills that last beyond a single session. In this episode, we cover: What hypnotherapy is (and what it is not) Why the hypnotic state supports the parasympathetic nervous system How fight-or-flight can show up as anxiety and chronic pain How you know you're "out" of fight-or-flight: when triggers become less relevant/reactive "I can't be hypnotized" — stage hypnosis vs therapeutic hypnosis How to find a qualified hypnotherapist (training, supervision, credentials) Tools Ethan uses with clients: breathwork (including vagus nerve activation), somatic tracking, guided practices Working with neurodivergent clients: visualization differences, trust, sensory concerns Nature and travel as nervous system support—without using external "escape" as the only strategy Consent, safety, and agency: why hypnosis can't make you do what you don't want How hypnotherapy can complement OT/PT/clinical rehab when progress is stuck Connect with Ethan Reisboard, CHT: Website: https://ethanreishypnotherapy.com Social: Ethan Reis Hypnotherapy Free consultation scheduling and resources available on his website

Our brains are hard wired with a fight or flight instinct.  When faced with an adverse situation our reflexes automatically engage and that can cause a great deal of tension in a relationship leading to argument or abandonment. Alvean and Doug talk about this and how one can recognize the reaction and short circuit the emotions so that calm and rational behavior can be maintained.  For a full transcript, click here: LL42-Fight or Flight

Send a textTrauma isn't only a story in the mind—it's also physiology, sensation, and nervous system patterning. In this final episode of the Many Faces of Trauma series, we explore how trauma can show up in the body through hyperarousal (fight/flight), hypoarousal (shutdown), stress-related symptoms over time, dissociation, and chronic tension patterns. Using a simple polyvagal-informed lens, we explain how nervous system state can shape sensations and symptoms—and why “I know I'm safe” can coexist with a body that still reacts. We share realistic body-based supports, focusing on small, repeated regulation, completing stress energy, co-regulation, and tracking 5% shifts. The episode ends with a short grounding practice and a supportive closing message to integrate the whole mini-series.In this episode, you'll learnWhy trauma affects the body, not just thoughtsCommon body patterns: hyperarousal, shutdown, stress symptoms, dissociation, tension holdingA polyvagal-informed view: state drives sensationWhat helps without overwhelm: repetition, body-language listening, movement, co-regulation, 5% shiftsA grounding practice that combines breath, stretch, and orientationA closing integration for the whole seriesGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Breath + Stretch + Name”Longer exhale than inhale (4 rounds)Gentle stretch + shoulder rollName 3 body facts (feet/hands/breath)Phrase: “My body has reasons. I can listen without panic.”Check the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.I will be back with more guest interviews starting again with Season 18. Stay tuned!Support the show

There are many reasons to feel uneasy these days. Most of us are walking around with frazzled nervous systems that we don't know how to soothe. Stress and anxiety have become so commonplace that we don't even realize how off kilter we are on a daily basis. Thankfully, there are many ways to calm our bodies if we're willing to pay attention. Tending to our nervous systems is not frivolous, it's critical work if we want to show up fully to our lives each day. Take a breath, find a pen and paper, and begin the process of creating an internal space of safety. What am I reading?The Botanist's Assistant by Peggy Townsend https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593638118When Things Fall Apart: Letter to Activist's in Crisis by Kelly Hayes https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9781849355841https://bookshop.org/shop/witchywomanwalkingAdditional Recommendations Mind Your Body by Nicole Sachs https://bookshop.org/a/111301/9780593716939The Cure For Chronic Pain w/ Nicole Sachs Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cure-for-chronic-pain-with-nicole-sachs-lcsw/id1439580309What's playing on repeat?Trendsetter by Connor Price and Haviah  MightyWhat's for dinner?Roasted Brussels Sprouts Bean & Quinoa SaladIngredients:1 lb Brussels sprouts1 tablespoon olive oil1 can white beans1 can chickpeas2 cups cooked quinoa Handful chopped olivesGoat cheese (for crumbling on top) Pickled red onions chopped Fresh dill Salt and pepperDressing:1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar2 tablespoons Grainy mustard1 tablespoon minced garlicSalt and pepper Instructions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Wash and thinly slice Brussels sprouts. Arrange on a cookie sheet, drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until tender and slightly browned. In a large bowl, mix together dressing ingredients. Drain and rinse beans, add to bowl. Chop pickled onions, olives, and fresh dill, add to bowl. Add roasted sprouts and cooled quinoa. Mix together, sprinkle with goat cheese, season to taste. Enjoy! Vegan Chocolate PieIngredients:For the chocolate pie filling:12 ounces firm silken firm tofu1/2 cup plant-based milk 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup nut butter 12 ounces chocolate chipsflaky sea salt for toppingCrust: Use premade graham cracker crust or homemade crust.Instructions:Blend the tofu, milk, maple syrup, and nut butter until smooth. Melt the chocolate chips. Add to the blender and blend until smooth.  Pour filling into a crust, sprinkle with sea salt if you want, and chill for a few hours until firm. Enjoy!Support the show

A Sunday Conversation - Fight or Flight...Where Are You At? https://robertscottbell.com/a-sunday-conversation-fight-or-flight-where-are-you-at/

Those Enterprise Cats are back, and they're talking Hoshi! Barm shares Bat Facts, Sam introduces The Enterprise Bat, and Jack makes his second appearance on the cast to talk about how annoying all these characters are.

Our investigators finally come face to face with the Shrike, just in time for The Leshy to make its assault upon Stravaig. Things are about to get very messy and, for some, will mark what may be the end of the road…Themes and Topics:Guns ThreatViolence Wound Detail Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

▶︎ Get my FREE ‘Self-with' Checklist: https://beehive.drmelissasonners.com/Self-With-checklist  ▶︎ Order my new book The Connection Code: https://theconnectioncodebook.comDoes it feel like you're stuck in fight or flight?What if the most powerful health tool you have isn't a gadget, a supplement, or a self-care appointment, but is already inside you?In this talk from Copenhagen Health Week (CPHHW), Dr. Melissa Sonners shares why so many women have outsourced their wellbeing to external tools, and what it looks like to come back home to yourself instead.Drawing from her own experience with meningitis, encephalitis, and Lyme disease brought on by years of ignoring her body's whispers, Melissa breaks down the neuroscience of nervous system regulation in a way that's simple, practical, and actually fun.This isn't another thing to add to your to-do list. It's a reminder that YOU are the magic, and you always have been.****************Want a free and meaningful way to support the show? Give us a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating on Spotify or Apple Podcasts (you can even leave a review on Apple too!). And if you're tuning in on YouTube, don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe. Your support helps more mamas discover this space and we're so grateful you're here.Follow Melissa:▶︎ YouTube▶︎ Facebook▶︎ Instagram▶︎ TikTok

Send a textCommunity shock happens when a public tragedy or disaster disrupts a community's sense of safety and predictability, creating a ripple of nervous-system activation far beyond those directly involved. This episode is the Trauma Types companion to S16E161, where we explored collective grief and trauma after sudden tragedy. Here, we zoom in on community shock as a trauma pathway: why people cycle through hypervigilance, numbness, anger, and exhaustion; how media exposure can keep the nervous system activated; and why meaning-making can turn into blame, rumour cycles, or polarisation. We end with a short grounding practice designed to reduce helplessness by focusing on a “circle of control.”In this episode, you'll learnWhat community shock is and how it spreads through proximity, identification, and exposureHow this episode connects to S16E161 (collective grief + trauma after sudden tragedy)Polyvagal-informed patterns: mobilised protection, shutdown, and cyclingRipple effects across groups: directly affected, witnesses, helpers, and the wider communityWhy meaning-making can intensify blame, rumours, and polarisationWhat helps: media dosing, routine, choice-based community support, body-first regulationA grounding practice to restore a sense of control and supportGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Circle of Control”Draw a small circle on your palmName 3 things you can control right nowName 2 supports you can lean onPhrase: “I can't control everything. I can support my nervous system today.”Check the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next:  Helping Professionals & Partners: Secondary and Vicarious TraumaSupport the show

 Anxiety is not a flaw — it's a future-focused alarm system that can become a learned habit in the brain and body. In this fast, practical episode, Dex breaks down what anxiety really is, why it becomes chronic, and the hidden loops that keep it alive. You'll learn why logic alone can't switch it off, what makes it addictive, and how early environments shape your threat response. Most importantly, discover simple, real-time ways to calm your nervous system, regain sovereignty, and retrain your brain for safety, connection, and grounded leadership — at work and at home. Ask Dex AI Coach for tips on your specific anxiety issue, e.g. "How can I reduce anxiety about getting a task done by the deadline?" https://app.coachvox.ai/share/DexRandallSubscribe for more leadership and burnout recovery insights →  https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7393784577229709312Send a text----------------------------------- Resources:Leadership without Burnout https://go.dexrandall.com/leadershipDex AI Coach https://app.coachvox.ai/share/dexrandallConfidential. Expert. Free. Solve problems fast.For even more TIPS see FACEBOOK: @coachdexrandallINSTAGRAM: @coachdexrandallLINKEDIN: @coachdexrandallYOUTUBE: @dexburnoutcoachSee https://linktr.ee/coachdexrandall for all links

Nervous System Reset: The Hidden Reason You're Stuck in Fight-or-Flight (And How to Finally Feel Calm)Kelle Sparta and Joshua Radewan return to Spirit Sherpa after a break following Kelle's Adventures in Energetics retreat in Boquete, Panama. Kelle describies “do it mode” as an emergency mode that keeps people stuck in fight/flight/freeze. She frames regulation as physical, energetic, and mental/emotional.Key Topics Include:Spirit Sherpa podcastAdventures in EnergeticsRetreat customizationTransformation through daily ritualsRitual trainingHolding sacred spaceBoundary settingCacao ceremonyCasting a circleNervous system resetDo it modeChronic emergency modeHustle cultureNervous system regulationVagus nerve resetEmbodied presence00:00 Welcome Back to Spirit Sherpa + Post-Retreat Catch-Up01:21 Panama Vibes: Windy Season, Dog Packs & Local Life02:44 Inside the Adventures in Energetics Retreat: Rituals & Customization04:36 Holding the Gate: Labyrinth Ritual Roles, Boundaries & Spaceholding07:54 Festival Crowds & Weather Magic: Coffee & Flower Festival Recap09:47 Today's Topic: Nervous System Reset + Escaping “Do It Mode”12:53 Walkabout Lessons: Over-Peopled, Hustle Culture & Finding Calm19:20 Energetic Regulation: Wards, Vortex Cleansing & Transmutation Setup23:39 Somatic Reset Basics: Vagus Nerve Exercise You Can Do Anywhere24:49 Embodied Presence: Why You Can't Reset in “Do-It Mode”25:35 A New Morning Routine: Mantra, Mudra, and Fewer Triggers27:53 Mental & Spiritual Reframe: Gratitude, Beingness, and Leaving Victimhood30:44 Transformation vs. Personal Growth: Changing Identity to Stay Regulated32:49 Client Story: Stop Self-Blame, Exit Drama, and Hold Your Energy35:27 Triggers as Gifts: Rewriting the “I'm Under Attack” Narrative39:08 Physical Reset Tip: Caffeine, Cortisol Spikes, and Better Timing40:58 Energetic Boundaries for Empaths: Free Course + Do the Work44:14 Wrap-Up: Emotional Processing, Subscribe on YouTube, and Next StepsKeywords:nervous system resetvagus nerve resetfight or flight responsehow to regulate your nervous systememotional regulationstress recoveryadrenal fatigue recoverycortisol reductionparasympathetic activationsomatic healingenergy healingspiritual awakening symptomsempath protectionboundaries for empathsenergetic boundariestrauma healinghustle culture burnoutanxiety relief techniquestrauma informed spiritualityidentity shift transformationvictim mentality healingmindset transformationspiritual growth podcastpersonal transformation podcastnervous system healing for empathsintegration after traumahow to feel safe in your bodyenergetic sovereigntyvagus nerve exercisesstress detoxspiritual nervous system resettrauma triggers healingsomatic reset techniquestransformational coaching podcastSpirit Sherpa podcastIf you would like to learn more please book a Discovery Call here: https://kellesparta.com/discovery-call/Licensing and Credits:“Spirit Sherpa” is the sole property of Kelle Sparta Enterprises and is distributed under a Creative Commons: BY-NC-ND 4.0 license. For more information about this licensing, please go to www.creativecommons.org. Any requests for deviations to this licensing should be sent to kelle@kellesparta.com. To sign up for, or get more information on the...

Send a textDoes it feel like you're constantly running on empty, even after a full night's sleep? You aren't alone. Life's responsibilities and traumas can leave us stuck in survival mode, but there is a hopeful path back to balance.In this episode, we uncover the top 10 signs of nervous system burnout—from brain fog and irritability to physical tension and digestive issues. We also dive deep into the transformative power of Neurofeedback, a passive brain-training tool that helps your nervous system self-regulate and heal without adding more to your to-do list.Discover how you can move out of fight-or-flight and into a state of true rest. It's time to reclaim your vitality and find your peace.Find out how your nervous system is doing in our short quiz. 

Send a textChronic scarcity and instability can shape the nervous system in ways that look like anxiety, irritability, shutdown, or “burnout,” even when a person is working incredibly hard to survive. In this episode, we explore poverty, insecurity, and social exclusion as a society-shaped trauma pathway—where the threat is often not a single event, but ongoing conditions with limited control and limited recovery. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we name common “invisible injuries” of scarcity stress, why shame so often gets layered on top, and what helps realistically—without pretending that regulation solves structural problems. We close with a short grounding practice designed to create a stabilising sense of contact, support, and one manageable next step.In this episode, you'll learnWhy poverty and social exclusion belong in trauma educationA clear nervous-system definition of scarcity stress (ongoing + low control + low recovery)Polyvagal-informed patterns: chronic mobilisation, shutdown, and cyclingCommon signs (non-diagnostic): sleep disruption, rumination, decision fatigue, shame, withdrawalWhat helps realistically: micro-stability anchors, 24-hour planning, buffers and community support, reducing shame exposureA grounding practice for stabilising under high loadGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “3-Point Stabiliser”Find 3 points of contact (feet, back, hands)Press feet into the floor and release (twice)Phrase: “In this moment, I can take one step”Name one small next stepCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Migration & Displacement Trauma: Losing Home, Language, SelfSupport the show

Send a textDiscrimination and minority stress can create a chronic nervous-system load: not only dealing with the moment, but also anticipating bias, managing risk, and constantly scanning for safety and belonging. In this episode, we explore minority stress as an accumulation of experiences—overt discrimination, microaggressions, stereotyping, exclusion, and the invisible effort of code-switching or masking. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at how chronic vigilance can keep the body in mobilised protection or shutdown, and we offer practical ways to support regulation without minimising the reality of the environment. We close with a short grounding practice focused on orienting to neutral and welcoming cues, and anchoring a sense of belonging in the self.In this episode, you'll learnA clear definition of minority stress and why it belongs in a trauma-types seriesHow accumulation and anticipation create chronic nervous-system strainPolyvagal-informed patterns: hypervigilance and shutdown in response to “not-safe-enough” environmentsThe “double load” of code-switching, masking, and constant self-monitoringCommon signs (non-diagnostic): tension, sleep disruption, avoidance, over-performing, numbnessWhat helps: low-demand belonging, boundary micro-skills, resourcing after exposure, supportive validationA grounding practice designed for belonging and present-moment safety cuesGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Orient + Belonging Cue”Find one neutral objectFind one welcoming cue (colour, light, texture)Supportive posture with feet on the  floorPhrase: “I belong to myself” (or “I'm allowed to take up space”)Longer exhale releaseCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Society-Shaped Trauma (Part 2): Poverty, Insecurity & Social ExclusionSupport the show

In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy Pelz breaks down nervous system dysregulation and HPA axis dysfunction what it is, why so many women are stuck in chronic stress, and how it shows up as fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, belly fat, and mood swings. Drawing from a 2025 review in the American Journal of Medicine, she explains the six most common causes of HPA axis dysfunction and shares seven practical, science-backed ways to regulate your nervous system naturally. If you've felt wired, overwhelmed, or exhausted lately, this episode will help you understand why and what you can do about it. To view full show notes and resources, visit:

Send a textWhen was the last time you truly felt at home in your body? We often treat physical symptoms and emotional struggles as separate battles, but true healing happens when we recognize they are deeply intertwined. If you've been feeling stuck in "fight or flight," dealing with unexplainable gut issues, or finding yourself disassociating to get through the day, this episode is for you.Join me for a special, slower-paced session where we move beyond just talking and start doing. I will guide you through gentle exercises designed to release held tension—from your jaw to your pelvic floor—and help you reconnect with your physical self. It is time to stop treating your body like a machine and start treating it like the temple it is. Tune in to discover how softening into safety can be the missing piece to your healing journey.Take the Nervous System Quiz

Send a textNot all trauma comes from a single event. Sometimes the trauma pathway is the environment itself—ongoing pressure, instability, or threat with little realistic ability to escape or recover. In this episode, we explore “chronic stress without an exit” as a nervous system pattern that can keep the body stuck in mobilised protection (wired, urgent, hypervigilant) and, over time, slide into shutdown (numb, foggy, depleted). Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we name common “invisible injuries” that can look like burnout or personality changes, and offer realistic support strategies that don't rely on toxic positivity or impossible self-care. We close with a one-minute downshift practice designed for busy, high-load lives.In this episode, you'll learnWhat chronic stress without an exit is (and why the “no-exit” part matters)Why this trauma pathway is often minimised or missedPolyvagal-informed patterns: stuck mobilisation, shutdown, and cyclingCommon signs (non-diagnostic): sleep disruption, irritability, guilt, numbness, withdrawal, fatigueWhat helps realistically: micro-recovery, load reduction, consistent support, and “islands of safety”A short grounding practice for quick nervous system downshiftingGrounding practice (1–2 minutes): “1-Minute Downshift”Unclench jaw, drop shoulders slightly3 extended exhales with a gentle humPhrase: “I'm allowed to have a small pause”Name one tiny next step that reduces the loadCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Society-Shaped Trauma (Part 1): Discrimination & Minority StressSupport the show

Send a textMedical and birth trauma can happen when care meant to help also involves fear, helplessness, loss of control, or violations of consent and dignity. In this episode, we explore why “routine” experiences can still leave lasting nervous system imprints, especially when a person feels rushed, unheard, exposed, or powerless. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at fight/flight and shutdown responses in medical settings, common aftereffects like avoidance of care or panic in clinics, and practical ways to reclaim choice. We close with a grounding practice that emphasises resourcing and choice—two key ingredients for nervous system safety.In this episode, you'll learnWhat medical and birth trauma is (beyond outcomes)Why consent, choice, and dignity are central nervous-system needsPolyvagal-informed patterns: mobilised protection vs shutdown in medical contextsCommon signs (non-diagnostic): avoidance of care, panic in clinics, distrust, shame, disconnectionWhat helps: reclaiming small choices, support scripts, debriefing, gentle body reconnection, trauma-informed supportA short grounding practice focused on resourcing and choiceGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Resourced Breath + Choice Point”Bring to mind a neutral-to-good resource imageChoose one breathing option (choice matters)Say: “Right now, I have choices” + name one small supportive choiceHand-on-body support: “Thank you, body, for protecting me.”Check the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: When the Environment Is the Threat: Chronic Stress Without an ExitSupport the show

Send a textSingle-incident trauma can create a sharp “before and after” in the nervous system—where an overwhelming event leaves the body stuck in protection long after it's over. In this episode, we explore how trauma memories can be stored as sensory fragments and threat predictions, why triggers can feel like the event is happening again, and how avoidance develops as a protective strategy that can shrink life over time. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at mobilised protection (fight/flight) and shutdown, and offer practical first steps for helping the nervous system update from “then” to “now.” We close with a grounding practice that uses the senses plus a temperature cue to anchor the present moment.In this episode, you'll learnA clear definition of single-incident trauma (overwhelm + stuck protection afterwards)Why the brain prioritises survival over storytelling during overwhelmThe difference between reminders and triggersPolyvagal-informed patterns: hypervigilance vs shutdown, and cycling between themCommon post-incident signs (non-diagnostic): intrusive replay, startle, avoidance, checking, sleep disruptionWhat helps: normalisation, gentle exposure, completing the stress cycle, trauma-informed supportA short grounding practice to signal “this is now”Grounding practice (2–3 minutes): “5–4–3–2–1 + Temperature”5 things you see4 things you feel3 things you hear2 things you smell (or imagine)1 thing you tasteNotice one temperature cuePhrase: “This is now. I'm here.”Check the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Medical & Birth Trauma: When Help HurtsSupport the show

This powerful message confronts us with a reality that many modern believers overlook: authentic Christianity is not a ticket to comfort, but a call to spiritual warfare. We are challenged to examine our own lives: Are we standing firm in our victories, or have we become passive in seasons of blessing? 

In this week's episode of Heroes, Matt will face his biggest foe yet, his father, with whom he has an evolution of his power. As Peter also discovers more of his past, we meet a new villain who works for the company named Elle.Make sure you follow Billy and Raul on @MasterOfPuns196 and @raulvaderrdz, respectively, as well as the main show @SYNSPod, all on BlueSkyhttps://zencastr.com/?via=raul

Send us a textBetrayal trauma can be uniquely disorienting because it not only breaks trust—it can disrupt your sense of reality and self-trust. In this episode, we explore betrayal trauma as a nervous system injury that often leads to hypervigilance, rumination, shutdown, and relationship fear. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at why the body moves from connection to surveillance after betrayal and how healing often centres on truth, boundaries, and rebuilding trust in yourself. The episode ends with a short “Truth Anchor” practice to stabilise the present moment.In this episode, you'll learnWhat betrayal trauma is and why dependency makes it more traumaticHow betrayal can create “reality doubt” and self-questioningPolyvagal-informed patterns: mobilised protection vs shutdown after trust breaksCommon impacts on body, mind, and relationships (non-diagnostic)What helps: clarity, boundaries as safety structures, and rebuilding self-trustA short grounding practice to anchor reality and support regulationGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Truth Anchor”Name 3 present-moment factsUse thumb-to-fingertip pressure as a physical anchorChoose one truth sentence: “My feelings make sense,” “I'm allowed to protect myself,” etc.Name one small next stepRelated Episode:S9 E83 Ambiguous Grief with Stephanie SarazinCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Single-Incident Trauma: When ‘Before' and ‘After' SplitSupport the show

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Send us a textIntergenerational trauma is what happens when the impact of trauma is passed down through families and communities—through nervous system patterns, emotional rules, family roles, and the stories we inherit about safety, trust, and worth. In this episode, we explore how people can carry burdens that didn't start with them, why this isn't about blaming previous generations, and how healing begins by naming what you're holding and choosing what you want to continue—or interrupt. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we look at how children's nervous systems entrain to the adults around them, shaping a baseline of mobilised protection or shutdown. We close with a gentle practice to help you release what isn't yours to carry.In this episode, you'll learnA clear definition of intergenerational trauma and how it differs from “personal” traumaFour ways trauma gets carried: nervous system patterns, emotional rules, roles, and inherited beliefsA polyvagal-informed lens on how family stress becomes a child's baselinePresent-day signs you may be carrying an older load (guilt, loyalty binds, over-responsibility, rest intolerance)Practical first steps: naming the pattern, guilt tolerance, new rituals, support outside the systemA short grounding practice focused on release and choiceGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Release What Isn't Yours”Feel your feet on the groundMake a loose fist (notice holding)Open the hand (practice release)Phrase: “I honour what came before. I don't have to carry it all.”Name one small new-pattern choiceCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Betrayal Trauma: When Trust Becomes Unsafe Support the show

Silence is one of the most misunderstood skills in leadership, communication, and life. Many people rush to fill quiet moments with explanations, reactions, or noise because silence forces awareness. It removes the ability to perform, defend, or control how others perceive us. This episode explores why silence feels so uncomfortable and why that discomfort is often a signal that something important is happening internally.The conversation breaks down how silence functions as a power move in high-pressure moments, not because it dominates a room, but because it regulates the nervous system. Troy shares how learning to pause instead of react creates clarity, steadiness, and intentional communication. The episode explores how silence can either trigger fear and old emotional patterns or become a stabilizing force, allowing you to respond with precision instead of impulse.Personal stories are woven throughout, including experiences with conflict, rejection, grief, and preparing for defining moments like public speaking and delivering a TEDx talk. These moments highlight how silence carries different emotional weight depending on context, and how the body often reacts to pressure as if every moment carries the same level of threat. The episode connects this to fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses, and explains how silence can help interrupt those patterns before they escalate.The episode also explores how silence builds trust and presence in professional settings. Speaking less, pausing longer, and choosing restraint often signal confidence and credibility more than volume or speed. Listeners will hear how silence can shift power dynamics in business, leadership, and relationships, while also demanding emotional discipline, self-control, and a willingness to sit with discomfort.Ultimately, this episode is about mastering silence as a form of self-leadership. It is not about withholding communication or avoiding hard moments. It is about knowing when silence serves you, when it sharpens your message, and when it allows you to own a situation without forcing it. Silence works, but it comes with a cost, and this episode challenges listeners to decide whether they are willing to develop the discipline required to use it well.

Send us a textDevelopmental trauma often forms through chronic, repeated stress during childhood—especially when safety, support, and repair are inconsistent. In this episode, you'll get a clear, non-overwhelming map of what developmental trauma is, why it affects so many areas (regulation, identity, relationships), and how it can show up later as survival patterns like scanning, pleasing, protecting, or disconnecting. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we explore how a developing nervous system adapts to ongoing stress. We close with a gentle “pendulation light” practice to help the body experience movement between tension and neutral, supporting regulation without forcing a story.In this episode, you'll learnA practical definition of developmental trauma (chronic stress + limited escape + limited repair)Why developmental trauma can affect regulation, self-concept, boundaries, and relationshipsA simple polyvagal lens: safety/connection vs mobilised protection vs shutdownFour common survival patterns (non-diagnostic): Scanner, Pleaser, Protector, DisconnectorWhat helps as first steps: micro-doses of safety, regulation before deep processing, boundaries, and safe repairA short grounding practice that teaches the system that it can shift statesGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Pendulation Light”  Notice one neutral sensationBriefly notice a mild tension areaReturn to neutralRepeat onceClosing phrase: “This is a body that adapted—and it can learn safety now.”Check the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Intergenerational Trauma: What Gets Carried Forward Support the show

Send us a textAttachment and relational trauma can be hard to name because it often doesn't come from one dramatic event—it forms through patterns over time: inconsistency, emotional absence, unpredictable caregiving, chronic criticism, or rupture without repair. In this episode, we explore attachment as nervous-system education through relationship, and why closeness can become a trigger for protection (anxiety, control, people-pleasing, withdrawal, shutdown). You'll learn a simple polyvagal-informed lens for understanding relational responses, plus practical starting points for repair and regulation. We close with a short grounding practice designed to support boundaries while staying connected.In this episode, you'll learnWhat attachment is (beyond “neediness”) and why it's biological as well as psychologicalHow rupture and repair shape nervous-system safetyWhat relational trauma is and how it forms over timeWhy closeness can trigger fight/flight or shutdown (polyvagal-informed, plain language)Common relational patterns (non-diagnostic): fawning, withdrawal, over-apologising, control, fear of abandonmentWhat helps: naming states, repair language, predictability, and safe connectionA gentle grounding practice that supports boundaries and connectionCheck the website for the free resources offered for both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next: Developmental Trauma: A Brief Map (Building on Earlier Episodes) Support the show

208  Ever feel easily irritated or annoyed with your partner and wonder what it means about your relationship? Ever thought, “Why is everything that my partner's doing bothering me lately?”or “Does this mean something is wrong with us?” If so, I've been there too, and this episode is for you.In it, we explore why feeling irritated in your relationship doesn't mean anything is wrong, how chronic stress and dysregulation fuel annoyance, and what you can do to shift out of irritability and reactivity and back into connection.Drawing from my own experience in my marriage – and nervous system science – I share how I learned to stop letting irritation and reactivity damage my relationship, and how you can do the same.In this episode, you'll hear 5 tips to shift out of irritation, aggravation, or annoyance, as well as:Why annoyance is a normal part of healthy relationshipsHow to stop making irritation mean something is wrongThe connection between stress, your nervous system, and relationship tensionSimple ways to regulate yourself and soften reactivityHow to rebuild warmth and appreciation with your partnerThis episode is especially for highly sensitive people and anyone who feels overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected in their relationship. It will help you use any annoyance, irritation, and reactivity that comes up as the spark that can actually guide you back to your most connected, loving place in your relationship.SHOW NOTES:Learn all about and join Hannah in Foundations of Emotional Well-Being For HSPs; The Root Of a Safer Marriage and Heart here. Doors close Feb 4th, 2026. After that, price goes up forever. Find Hannah at her website: hspmarriagecoaching.com

Jonathan Robinson is a former psychotherapist and author of 16 books.  He has been a frequent guest on Oprah and CNN, and is well known for his groundbreaking work with MDMA assisted therapy.  He has led over 600 MDMA sessions with people over a 40 year period.  His books about MDMA include "Ecstasy as Medicine" and "Ecstasy for Couples."   SHOWNOTES:

Send us a textPreverbal trauma can be hard to name because it often isn't stored as a clear story. In this episode, we explore how early experiences, which occur before language development, can shape the nervous system through implicit memory and felt sense. You'll learn why people can say “nothing happened” and still carry intense body reactions, relationship patterns, or shame responses that feel bigger than the moment. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we'll look at how early safety is wired through connection, and what helps when the body remembers what the mind cannot. The episode ends with a varied, trauma-neutral grounding practice using senses and gentle movement.In this episode, you'll learnWhat preverbal trauma is (and what it isn't)How early experiences are stored as implicit memory and felt sense rather than narrativeWhy reactions can feel “irrational” when the origin happened before wordsA simple polyvagal lens on early wiring: safety & connection vs mobilised protection vs shutdownCommon adult patterns linked to early nervous system adaptation (non-diagnostic)Practical, gentle starting points: micro-doses of safety, co-regulation, body-first tools, repair over perfectionA varied grounding practice designed to be supportive for preverbal materialGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Senses + Support”Notice one point of contact (feet, back, hands)Name two soundsRest your eyes on one neutral colourGentle shoulder roll or press feet into the floorA soft phrase: “In this moment, I'm here” (or “safe enough” if it fits)Check the website for free resources available to both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next? The Wound in the Bond: Attachment & Relational TraumaSupport the show

Send us a text“Small t” and “big T” are common trauma terms meant to validate, but they can also trigger comparison, minimisation, or shame. In this episode, you'll learn what these labels usually mean, why they sometimes backfire, and how to replace ranking with a more compassionate, nervous-system-based framework. You'll also get a simple reframe list (cumulative, relational, chronic vs single-incident, acute) and a short grounding practice to help your system step out of comparison and back into the present.In this episode, you'll learnWhat people typically mean by big T and small t traumaWhy the “missing middle” matters (quiet, chronic, relational stress that still shapes the nervous system)How comparison keeps people stuck: “It wasn't bad enough” vs “I'm permanently damaged”A clearer alternative to ranking: impact + support + recoveryPolyvagal-informed understanding of why the nervous system doesn't rank events “on paper”A short, safe-for-most grounding practice focused on validation and present-moment safetyGentle remindersTrauma isn't a competition, and you don't need to justify your pain to deserve support.If you feel activated or numb while listening, that's a nervous system response; pause anytime.Check the website for free resources available to both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's nextNext episode: Before Words: Understanding Preverbal Trauma We'll explore how the body can carry trauma from experiences that happened before you had language and how to work with it gently.Support the show

In this sermon from 1 Corinthians 15, we're reminded that faith must be protected - especially when influence becomes dangerous. The Apostle Paul warns that bad company corrupts good character, and that false teaching and unhealthy relationships can slowly erode our beliefs and behavior. Using the vivid image of fighting wild beasts, this message calls Christians to stay alert about who they listen to and follow. Faith doesn't disappear overnight - it drifts when we stop guarding it.   Follow us for more weekly messages from Eastside pastors! 

Ashley is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with over 20 years of expertise in seating, posture, and pressure management. She began her career leading a pediatric seating clinic before bringing her knowledge to the wheelchair manufacturing industry, where she thrived in clinical sales and training, mentoring new therapists in foundational seating principles.Her career has been built on a deep understanding of how the way we sit affects everything from musculoskeletal health to long-term function and comfort. Ashley has spoken at regional and international conferences, guest lectured at universities, and now leads the Ambassador Community at Anthros—an ergonomic seating company rooted in spine science.Known for her high energy, humor, and ability to connect with anyone, Ashley is on a mission to fix the way people sit—and help others feel and function at their best, wherever they are.SHOWNOTES: 

We always say the first step towards change is awareness. Because you can't change something until you become aware of it. Consider this podcast your awareness to check the tongue when you have chronic pain and can't get yourself out of fight or flight. Take a listen for 10 minutes to this podcast episode and follow the link below to get some good exercises to make a difference for you. Thank you so much for listening. This can be a game changer for you. TONGUE VIDEO PLAYLIST Stop Chasing Pain Website

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared introduces a refined Emotional Vitality format and tackles one of the most common struggles in modern life: overwhelm. Rather than being a mindset failure or lack of willpower, overwhelm is explained as a nervous system state—specifically a freeze response driven by brain chemistry and stress signaling. Jared breaks down what's happening neurologically, why procrastination is often protection, and how clarity and motivation shut down under chronic stress. You'll learn practical, science-grounded tools to regulate your nervous system through simple physical actions, breathing, language shifts, and small, specific steps that restore agency. Supplement support like magnesium, ashwagandha, L-theanine, and B vitamins is discussed as supportive—not corrective—tools. This episode is about skill-building, self-leadership, and learning how to move forward when life feels heavy.Products:Magnesium BisglycinateUltimate Vitality MultiActive B ComplexAnxiety ReleaseSensoril AshwagandhaL-TheanineVitality Radio POW! Product of the Week: Buy Vital Skin Therapy Hydrating Cream and get  Vital Skin Therapy Cleanser FREE! A $30 value! Add both to your cart and use PROMO CODE: POW23Additional Information:Overwhelm Blog PostVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

If you've been trying to use willpower to stop binge eating and it's not working, there's a reason. Your binges aren't about discipline or control - they're about your nervous system trying to bring you back to safety. In this foundational episode, you'll learn a simple framework for understanding your nervous system and why it matters so much for your relationship with food.What You'll Discover:• The "Home Base" framework for understanding your nervous system states• Why binges are actually your nervous system's attempt to regulate itself• The cycle that keeps you stuck (and how to start breaking it)• Simple tools for checking in with your nervous system throughout the dayIf you've ever felt like you know what you "should" do but can't seem to make yourself do it, this episode will help you understand why - and what to do instead.Resources mentioned in this episode:Episode: The Power of Co-RegulationThe Gathering: Monthly experience to slow down and listen to your inner wisdomJoin the Gathering. A monthly guided experience to help you slow down and listen inward. Want to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today.

Faith isn't always easy. In this sermon, we explore how Scripture describes faith as spiritual warfare and what it means to fight for truth when life puts pressure on your beliefs. Learn how to tear down false thoughts, take every thought captive to Christ, and stand firm when your faith is tested. Follow us for more weekly messages from Eastside pastors!

These are my Top 10 Movies of the year, my most rewatchable movies and the four biggest disappointments. My Favorite Movies Of 2025 (2026) - Discussion ROCKFILE Podcast 948 #bestof2025 #moviereview #rockfile  ~ You can subscribe to my podcasts on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Amazon Music/Audible, Google Podcasts, YouTube, iHeart Radio, Pandora, TuneIn, Alexa, Player FM, Samsung, Podchaser, Stitcher, Boomplay, Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro, Castbox, Podfriend, Goodpods, Deezer and more. ~ -Social Media Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/rockfilesroom -Official Website:  https://therockfile.com/ -YouTube channel:  https://www.youtube.com/@rockfile -Interview Archive:  https://therockfile.com/Interviews/    ~ Music from #Uppbeat https://uppbeat.io/t/enrique-molano/ants-carnival License code: IV5M5EGLBEBSNUDV  ~ Note: the static pictures in my movie reviews are NOT screen captures. I am not set up to do that yet but one day I hope to be.   *correction: I said Channing Tatum was in Fight Or Flight, I meant Josh Hartnett. Oops  

Is your heart pounding, your mind racing, and your body filled with an urgent need to run? You aren't losing your mind—you are stuck in a "Fight or Flight" loop.If you are experiencing a panic attack, high-functioning anxiety, or the feeling of being overwhelmed, this episode is your emergency brake. In Part 3 of our Nervous System Reset mini-series, we move from the "Freeze" response into regulating the "Sympathetic Storm."In this guided session, you will learn how to:Stop a Panic Attack Instantly: Use the neuroscience-backed "Physiological Sigh" to mechanically lower your heart rate in seconds.Hack Your Amygdala: Use Panoramic Vision to signal safety to your primal brain and turn off tunnel vision.Quiet Racing Thoughts: Shift from "Protection Mode" back to "Connection Mode" using somatic grounding techniques.Reclaim Your Safety: Powerful affirmations to convince your nervous system that the emergency is over.You cannot think your way out of a panic spiral; you have to breathe your way out. Press play to turn off the internal alarm bell and return to calm.Listen to the previous episode: Stuck on the Sofa? Breaking Functional Freeze (Ep 2)Support the Podcast: If this episode helped you find your breath again, please Rate and Review on Apple Podcasts. Your 5-star ratings help other anxious hearts find these tools.

The Christian life isn't casual—and it was never meant to be. In this message from 1 Corinthians 9, the apostle Paul reminds us that following Christ requires discipline, focus, and intentional training. Just like an athlete prepares to win a prize, we are called to run, fight, and live with eternity in mind. As a new year begins, the question is simple: Are you training for comfort—or for heaven? Follow us for more weekly messages from Eastside pastors!

EP:173 In this episode of Thrive Like a Parent, I'm getting real about what it actually feels like when you start coming out of fight or flight—and why it often feels worse before it feels better. I walk you through my own journey of living in survival mode for years: high-risk pregnancies, preemies, solo parenting, Jonathan's mental health struggles, his passing, and the long, messy process of grief. I share how year one after losing Jonathan was pure fight or flight, and how year two was a completely different kind of hard: deep exhaustion, brain fog, heaviness, and feeling “lazy” even though it was really my nervous system finally trying to land the plane. We'll talk about: The real signs you're coming out of fight or flight (and why it can mimic depression) Why you feel so tired, unproductive, and snappy with loved ones How your brain has been patterned to believe go-go-go = safety Why slowing down feels terrifying, “wrong,” or like you're failing What your body actually needs: sleep, water, nourishment, gentle movement, and true rest How society and immediacy culture keep us stuck in overfunctioning and burnout. I'll give you permission (and language) to tell your brain, “I am safe,” even when you're resting on the couch and that inner critic is screaming “lazy.” This episode is your reminder that feeling heavy, tired, and low when you step out of survival mode does not mean you're broken—it means your brain and body are recalibrating. If you're ready to slowly step out of fight or flight, three to five percent at a time, this conversation will help you feel seen, understood, and not alone. If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend who's been living in survival mode. If you're ready for support in regulating your nervous system and stepping out of fight or flight, join Thrive or check out my on-demand courses to start building your real-life toolbox today. Make sure to subscribe, leave a review, and tag me on Instagram with your biggest takeaway from this episode. Links & Resources:

Fight-or-flight is driving many perimenopause and menopause symptoms, even when your labs look "normal." In part two of this four-part series, Maraya Brown explains how stress, the HPA axis, and nervous system regulation impact hormones and shares simple tools to restore balance, calm, and vitality.   Book a 1:1 call with Maraya and start restoring your energy: https://marayabrown.com/call/  Get the WVA Trifecta and support your body's natural healing: https://marayabrown.com/trifecta  Link to the workbook: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MxiR8nQKwVSksSNRiEzNfsTLfU2IEHWu/view?usp=sharing   Join our Retreat: https://marayabrown.com/ashland-retreat/     The Women's Vibrancy Accelerator Trifecta: Your 90-Day Health Reset Ready to take your health to the next level? The Women's Vibrancy Accelerator Trifecta offers deep, personalized support to help you regain control of your energy, hormones, and well-being. This program includes: Three one-on-one calls with Maraya Dutch Plus Test and full assessment Bi-weekly live Q&A sessions Self-paced health portal covering energy, hormones, libido, and confidence   Podcast listeners get an exclusive discount. Use code PODCAST. Learn more and enroll now: https://marayabrown.com/trifecta/ _______________________ Free Wellness Resources Access free tools like the Menstrual Tracker, Adaptogen Elixir Recipes, Two-Week Soul Cleanse, Food Facial, and more. Download now: https://marayabrown.com/resources/ _______________________ Subscribe to The Women's Vibrancy Code Podcast Listen on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and Spotify. _______________________ Connect with the Show Find us on Facebook,  Linkedin | Website | Tiktok | Facebook Group _______________________ Apply for a Call with Maraya Brown Start your journey with personalized support. Apply here: https://marayabrown.com/call  _______________________ About Maraya Brown Maraya is a Yale and Functional Medicine-trained Women's Health and Wellness Expert (CNM, MSN). She helps women feel energized, confident, and connected to themselves and their lives. With over 25 years of experience, she specializes in energy, hormones, libido, confidence, and deep transformation. _______________________ Disclaimer The content of this podcast is for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute medical or professional advice. Listeners should consult with a qualified professional before making any health decisions.     This Podcast Is Produced, Engineered & Edited By: Simplified Impact 

In this one I drag our mate Patrick Bonello back in for what starts as a chat about planes and paragliders and in no time at all turns into a masterclass on fear, instinct and why our brains are absolute freaks of nature as we riff on fight or flight, muscle memory and the 'physics engine' in your brain that calculates traffic, balance and punches faster than you could ever think. SPONSORED BY TESTART FAMILY LAWYERS Website: testartfamilylawyers.com.au TIFFANEE COOK Linktree: linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches Website: tiffcook.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you a fighter or flighter? It depends on what God is asking of us. We go through a reflection on the Holy Family that might be nice to sit with during the Advent and Christmas season....or really any season. Thank you for all of those that have joined back in with us, here's to another 100!

After a cancer diagnosis, many women find themselves living in a constant state of fight-or-flight — even long after treatment ends. Anxiety, overwhelm, shallow breathing, and feeling "on edge" can become the new normal. In this solo episode of Not Today Cancer, I'm sharing why breathwork has become one of the most powerful (and accessible) healing tools in my own journey — and why it might be exactly what your nervous system needs right now. I love meditation and truly believe in its power. But what I've realized is that many women skip calming practices altogether because they don't feel they have the time to sit quietly for 10–20 minutes. This episode is here to remind you that calming your body doesn't have to be complicated — and it doesn't have to take long. If you've been feeling anxious, overstimulated, or disconnected from your body after a diagnosis — this episode is your reminder that healing can begin with just a few slow breaths. Get my FREE Medition HERE

HOUR 2: Fight or flight and the importance of lifesaving measures with Scott 'LIFESAVER' Parks. full 2118 Mon, 08 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0000 375ke9fE3Qdmh0kdZTCb581fI8FVExqx news The Dana & Parks Podcast news HOUR 2: Fight or flight and the importance of lifesaving measures with Scott 'LIFESAVER' Parks. You wanted it... Now here it is! Listen to each hour of the Dana & Parks Show whenever and wherever you want! © 2025 Audacy, Inc. News False

This is part one of a two-part recapThe Real Housewives of Salt Lake City wraps up its Below Deck crossover stint and dives right into a wild controversy involving Meredith, Britani, and one very harrowing flight home. Plus, Bronwyn and Whitney swap surprising stories about their marriages. To watch this recap on video, listen to our bonus episodes, and participate in live episode threads, go to Patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is part 2 of a 2-part recapThe Real Housewives of Salt Lake City wraps up its Below Deck crossover stint and dives right into a wild controversy involving Meredith, Britani, and one very harrowing flight home. Plus, Bronwyn and Whitney swap surprising stories about their marriages. To watch this recap on video, listen to our bonus episodes, and participate in live episode threads, go to Patreon.com/watchwhatcrappens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.