Podcasts about freeze response

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frozen in place? In this bite-sized episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li unpacks why our nervous system sometimes makes us freeze—and how it's actually a protective response, not a personal failing. Christine shares practical, science-backed strategies you can use right away to reset, unfreeze, and gently move forward—like breathing techniques, movement, tapping, and how to give yourself permission to pause. If you're ready to melt away overwhelm and reclaim your momentum, tune in for actionable tips and compassionate support. Plus, get an exclusive invite to her free five-day Reenergize Your Home challenge!To register for the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge that starts Monday, May 26th, click this link: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/winTimestamps:00:00 Understanding the Freeze Response06:19 "Overcoming Self-Doubt and Inaction"09:29 Box Breathing for Anxiety Relief11:44 "Calming Through Tapping and Reflection"14:39 Overwhelm Support and Decluttering Challenge16:36 "Connect with Procrastination Coach"To sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                        Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPIf you're wondering how you'll ever find the time, energy, and motivation to handle your clutter, the free Re-Energize Your Home 5-Day Challenge was designed specifically for you. Starting May 26th, we will band together to raise our energy and quickly move the physical clutter out so our mental and emotional space can expand -- for the better. Join this fun, free event here: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/win

If you feel like you've been stuck in a fog—too tired to move, too overwhelmed to start, or too numb to care—this episode is for you.You're probably not lazy. You're not a procrastinator. You're not failing. You might just be in a nervous system freeze response—the most misunderstood nervous system state.It's what happens after months (or years) of running on fumes. And it's why so many high-achieving women feel exhausted, disconnected, and stuck—no matter how hard they're trying.In this episode, we break down: ✔️ What the freeze response really is (and why it's not about being lazy) ✔️ 7 sneaky signs you're in a freeze state ✔️ Simple, body-based tools to gently start thawing out ✔️ How to support your nervous system without pushing yourself harder

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How can a single moment impact your life? Can that moment still affect you not only emotionally but physically years later? In this mini-episode, Dr. Aimie dives into the biology behind how trauma gets physically stored in the body, expanding on her conversation with Gregg Ward from Episode 119. She unpacks Greg's story of accidentally causing a fatal car accident at age 18 and how this moment shaped his entire life path and physical health. You'll hear more on: How trauma physically show ups in the body during the freeze response The 3 defense strategies that are triggered by trauma  What moral injury is and how it affects the nervous system  Practical steps for moving through grief and regret And more! If you're carrying regret, grief, or trauma that is staying in your body, this episode offers hope and practical insights for moving through these experiences toward healing. To hear the full episode listen to Episode 119: Transforming Trauma into Joy & Purpose with Gregg Ward  

Can your body be stuck in trauma or grief? In this mini episode, Dr. Aimie is answering a listener's question about why her physical symptoms are still bothering her a year after a loved one's death. She dives into why the normal approach to self care won't work and how creating safety can allow the trauma and grief to move through the body instead of staying stuck. Dr. Aimie goes into the biology behind why movement is needed for overwhelming grief and trauma, building on her conversation with Paul Denniston from episode 117. She shares more on why “emotions need motion” and how movement practices work on a physiological level to release the trauma and grief trapped in the body. You'll hear more about: How grief pushes the body from a stress response into a trauma response The three coping strategies triggered by grief Where grief and trauma get stored physically within the body  The action steps you can start taking today to move through your own trauma or grief  And more! If you feel like you're ready to let go of the trauma and grief that your body has been holding onto, then this episode is a must listen to! For more on this topic, listen to the full conversation with Paul Denniston in Episode 117: Movement For Healing Stored Grief & Emotions   Check out The Essential Sequence which is a free guide that shows you the difference between stress and trauma states of our nervous system. In just 3 steps, it walks you through what your body needs when it has stored trauma or is in a freeze response.

Have you ever felt stuck, unable to move forward, and unsure why? This phenomenon is often referred to as the freeze response, a primal reaction that occurs when our nervous system perceives a threat, causing physical and emotional paralysis. While we've all heard of the fight or flight response, the freeze response is a lesser-known yet equally important aspect of our body's fear response. In this video, we'll delve into the world of physiological and emotional regulation, exploring how our nervous system responds to danger and how somatic therapy can help you overcome emotional paralysis. By understanding the polyvagal theory and the role of the dorsal vagal complex, you'll gain insight into why you may be experiencing emotional paralysis and how to break free from its grip. Join us as we explore the freeze response and discover how to regain control over your emotions and move forward with confidence. Key takeaways: - The freeze response is a biological protective state. - It's not a choice; it's an intelligent survival strategy. - Procrastination and numbness can be manifestations of freeze. - Awareness is crucial for reconnecting with the nervous system. - Gentle movements and touch can help re-engage the body. - Co-regulation with a trusted person can aid in healing. - Moving through fight or flight is necessary to heal from freeze. - Creating a sense of safety is essential for recovery. - Small steps towards healing are significant. - Your body is trying to keep you safe; it's not your fault. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Freeze Response 03:34 Recognising and Reconnecting with the Nervous System 08:42 Gentle Practices for Moving Out of Freeze 12:05 Creating Safety and Compassion in Healing Follow Anna on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annatheanxietycoach/ Join the FREE Kind Mind Club: https://annatheanxietycoach.com/kind-mind-club#kindmindclub

Preventing people from moving when something terrible happens is what makes trauma a trauma. In this mini episode, Dr. Aimie dives into the biology behind why not being able to move (either physically or internally) can create trauma. She looks more closely at the moment in the trauma response that she calls "hitting the wall" - the pivotal point where we feel powerless and our physiology shifts from a stress response to a trauma response. Dr. Aimie also explains that our neuroception (nervous system's perception) determines whether we take action or shut down, and this process isn't based on reality but on our perceived capacity against perceived danger. So when we feel overwhelmed, our nervous system prevents movement as a way to protect us. You'll hear more about: The five steps of trauma response and why "the wall" is the most significant How our nervous system can block our own movement The biological factors that influence our capacity to respond vs. shut down And more! If you're interested in understanding why you might "hit the wall" in everyday situations and how to support your body's capacity to respond differently, then this episode is for you! For more on this topic, listen to the full conversation with Dr. Bessel van der Kolk in Episode 116: The Body Keeps Score: How Trauma Rewires Your Nervous System

In response to overwhelm, the body tries to keep one safe in different ways. Sometimes our body feels so shaken and shocked that it makes our mind need to disconnect from the pain of it. This is called dissociating.  Yet, the body still remembers what happened. The impact to our biology doesn't go away just because we don't understand or remember something. The impact is how the body keeps track of everything from out past. When we understand that our body is reacting because it is still holding onto something from the past, it can help us uncover what needs to be healed. Dr. Bessel van der Kolk joins Dr. Aimie in this episode to explore the profound nature of trauma - how it affects the body in ways that make it keep score. He explains why trauma is not just about the events but about how those experiences become engrained in our biology, creating patterns that persist long after the danger has passed. This in turn can make trauma something that is truly "unbelievable, unbearable, and overwhelming." Our bodies are built to move when we're in danger. When we can't move during traumatic events, it changes how our brain works. This conversation looks at why this happens. It also explains how difficult experiences in childhood create patterns in our minds - like an inner roadmap - that shape how we see the world and connect with people as adults. They'll talk more on: Why trauma leaves people unable to articulate their experiences How dissociation works as a way to survive during overwhelming events Why the lack of movement during an event is what makes it traumatic The physical toll of living with a dysregulated nervous system Why healing must address the basic housekeeping functions of the body How trauma blocks our capacity to experience pleasure and worthiness And more!   If you're working with trauma professionally, supporting someone on their healing journey, or navigating your own recovery, this episode is excellent for understanding how the body keeps score while offering practical actions to reclaim agency, embody healing, and create a life worth living through curiosity and collaboration.   Guides, Tools & Resources: Steps to Identify and Heal Trauma: A Roadmap for Healing Trauma - Find out what trauma is, how to recognize it, and get simple steps to help you heal in this 23-page guide. It's great for anyone who wants to understand trauma better or support others on their healing journey. Biology of Trauma (the book) - How the Body Holds Fear, Pain, and Overwhelm, and How to Heal It. With the foreword written by Dr. Gabor Mate, it is a book intended to change the conversation about how to heal on the deepest level, not just our mind, not just our body, but also our biology. Please join me for The Insider's Circle where you can pre-order your copy and receive monthly readings with Dr. Aimie.   Foundational Journey - If you want to be safely guided through The Essential Sequence, and lay your foundation of regulation in this online 6 week course, join me and my team of mentors for this journey into your inner world with practical somatic and parts self-practices.   Related Podcasts: Episode 7: Identifying And Treating Cooper Excess To Reserve Postpartum Depression With William Walsh Episode 90: Beyond Talk Therapy: Addressing the Biochemical Basis of Behavior & Changing Our Response Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

When crisis strikes and we're startled or scared, it's a very natural human response to forget everything we've learned to do in such scenarios, and to freeze instead. Then, in the aftermath, we can be so hard on ourselves — about how we ought to have acted, and how quickly we ought to “return to normal”. In today's episode we propose a compassionate approach instead, and taking your time to feel and integrate scary experiences. "Like finding gold." - Alma W."The best therapy I've ever done for myself." - Sanjeev B.Join our monthly membership for LIVE calls & practice:http://bit.ly/4eF86reGet our Self-Compassionate Body-Based Toolkit:https://bit.ly/40Vnz3b************************************************************************Every episode begins and ends with a body-based self-connection practice, so you can grow your capacity to be with all that life brings. We also include self-reflection and journaling prompts each week, posted on our Instagram @wholeheartedloving. New episodes every Sunday at 10am PT.Learn more about us and how you can practice with us LIVE at wholeheartedloving.com.

Is your biology making it easier to fall into addiction? Today, Dr. Aimie is taking a closer look at this question and other key takeaways from her conversation with the late Dr. Charles Gant  around addiction.  You'll hear more on:  Biological factors that may push someone towards addiction The role of the freeze response in addiction The 3 main biochemical imbalances that are seen in addiction Want to hear more about the connection between your biology and addiction? Listen to Episode 109: End Your Addiction Now: How Pioneer Work Outperforms Traditional Treatment   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.

What if your anxiety, stress, or freeze response wasn't something to overcome—but a signal to understand? In today's episode, we sit down with Natalyn Lewis, founder of Ascend EQ, for an eye-opening and powerful conversation on emotional intelligence—and why it's the key to helping coaches and entrepreneurs get unstuck, avoid burnout, and move forward with clarity. Meet Natty: She's started and sold 7 companies and is currently the visionary behind Ascend EQ, a company focused on understanding and leveraging human emotions to your advantage. With 25 years of experience in marketing and sales, Natty has worked with everyone from athletes to business owners and influencers. Her journey into the science of human behavior revealed one clear truth—emotional intelligence (EQ) is the game-changer. Natty believes that elevating your EQ doesn't just improve performance—it positively impacts every area of life, from revenue and productivity to relationships and intention. Key Takeaways Why positive thinking alone isn't enough—and what to do instead. What the “flipped lid” means in brain science and how it affects your decision-making. Tools to regulate emotions using movement, breath, and reflection. The Circle of Focus: A simple framework to shift out of spiraling thoughts. How to reframe fear signals as information, not identity. Why sleep, hydration, nutrition, and movement expand your window of tolerance. The connection between emotional intelligence and your physical body. Why health & wellness coaches are key players in mental and emotional wellbeing. Tools Mentioned The “Flipped Lid” Brain Model The 3-Step EI Reset: Acknowledge, Move, Write The Circle of Focus Exercise Positive Affirmations (with science-backed structure) Breath + Shake Regulation Technique Connect with Natty Louis Website: ascendeq.com Instagram: @natty.o.lewis Ready to understand the science behind why you freeze, spiral, or shut down—and learn how to reset quickly? This episode is for you.  

Have you ever felt like your body is stuck in survival mode, holding onto stress and tension no matter how hard you try to let it go? What if this instinct to survive is also what drives chronic inflammation, emotional pain, and even long-term illness?   Today, Dr. Isaac Eliaz joins Dr. Aimie to explore the concept of the survival paradox.This process is what keeps your body on high alert and affects everything from your energy levels to your ability to heal and can keep your body stuck in a freeze response. Together, they'll discuss the survival paradox's deep connection to trauma, the protein, Galactin-3, that can either drive health or inflammation, and more.  You'll hear more about: What the “Survival Paradox” is and how it shapes your body's response to trauma and stress. The connection between chronic inflammation and unresolved trauma  Simple ways to start healing your body from the inside How acceptance can unlock your healing potential And more! Our guest, Dr. Isaac Eliaz, is a pioneer in integrative medicine, a world-renowned expert in trauma healing, and the author of The Survival Paradox. For decades, Dr. Eliaz has been bridging the gap between ancient healing wisdom and cutting-edge science, exploring how our biology and emotions are deeply intertwined. His work focuses on the biochemical pathways of trauma, including the role of survival proteins like galectin-3, and how they impact inflammation, healing, and overall health. If you've been wanting to reduce your stress levels, overcome your chronic health issues or start healing yourself, then this episode is a must listen to! Let's dive in!   For more information and show notes, please visit our website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/  

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This is a special episode from the "Parenting the Intensity Retreat - Conflict Edition" coming up February 25th-27th! (start tomorrow)It's the live kick-off call from the Facebook group that shares how the event works and explain how the nervous system works and it's impact on the emotional reaction and conflicts in our family and how working with instead of against it can make a difference. You can go to minute 26 if you only want the info on the Nervous systemYou can get register over here at www.parentingtheintensity.ca/register to get access to it all!What to expect from this recording-What to expect this week and how it will all work-How to win prizes-Goal of the retreat-How to choose which presentations to attend-How to get the most of the presentations you attend-Deep Connection Pass-Dive into the Nervous System (it's key to so many presentations, it's important to understand)

Send us a text- On-Demand Programme Link - https://mailchi.mp/bb2a7b851246/kairos-centreThe cave man/cave woman response of Fight/Flight/Freeze, is alive and well. Don't beat your brain up too badly. It is just doing what it was designed to do to protect you.The options it chooses or gravitates to, are at times, rather dubious and for Sex Addicts. The relief only lasts 5 minutes, but a much longer regret and repercussion timeframe. The brain needs re-training.Stress, tension, anxiety, worry, boredom, loss, rejection, conflict and fear are just a few of the adverse emotions which cause loss of homeostasis and ramps up the brain into action - to protect you with Fight/Flight/Freeze. Realise, however, it isn't only negative emotions that trigger a desire. So also, does reward entitlement, which plants the seed of 'I deserve', 'I'm entitled', 'I earned it', 'It's my right','give me lushness'; often flowing from an existing dopamine high from other (non-sexual) activities. The well carved out grove of entitlement, fires the neural pathway into action. It gets it's cue from the smoke alarm in the brain - the Amygdala. The message it gets is 'let's do what we always do'. No thought is needed or indeed can be reasoned, since the logical brain is nowhere to be found. It has gone offline.There is no point at all shouting "The cave man/cave woman alarm isn't telling the truth". It is futile. 'Protect and survive' kicks in. 'Acting out" is the drug of choice. 'Feels' too powerful to fight. But even 'Feelings' ain't telling the truth. There is a conspiracy at work and you are losing.Same old, same old, same old patterns of behaviours galvanise and will repeatedly do so until you beginning to carve out a new positive hamster wheel habit of behaviours; a new neural pathway response to those emotions.12 steps attendance is needed, but on its own, it mostly is not enough. You need an A-Z Recovery Programme. Stop flirting around the edges with lesser endeavours. Isn't it time to take first steps to craving out that new positive neural pathway/Hamster wheel/habit - which serves you better. A new beginning beckons and awaits you. Let the Kairos Centre come alongside you to reclaim your quality of living life - without shame - bringing colour back to life.Give a little to my fund raising page here, to help someone access the Recovery Programme: https://igg.me/at/ThekairosCentreWant to know more? Click the link and come get me.Get the help you need: bit.ly/pornaddictionhelpDiscover the real, authentic you - without shame.The Kairos Centre created one of the world's first comprehensive Online Webinar Sex, Porn, Love Addiction video-on-demand Recovery Programme. www.kairos-centre.com.Gary McFarlane (BA, LLM, Dip, Certs), Accredited EMDR Practitioner.Episode Keywords: Sex Addiction | Porn Addiction | Love Addiction | Root Causes | Brain Impact | Self-Soothing Behaviors | Family Conflict | Emotional Neglect | Peer Pressure | Performance Pressure | Separation | Divorce | Fear | Anxiety | Stress | Pain | Dissociation| Recovery Program | EMDR Therapy | Emotional Event | Trauma Healing | Neuroplasticity | Online Therapy | Sex Addiction Recovery Program | Compulsive Behaviors | Intimacy Issues | Sexual Dysfunction | Obsessive Thoughts | Guilt | Infidelity | Traumatic Bonding | Objectification | Hypersexualization | Pornography Industry | Love Addiction Patterns | Attachment Styles | Sexual Compulsivit

Join the Spiritual Millionaire Academy: https://prestonsmiles.com/smaIn this powerful episode, I'm taking you deep into the concept of functional freeze, where you seem okay on the outside but are stuck in a stress response on the inside. We'll define functional freeze, identify its symptoms, and discuss effective strategies to overcome it. Golden nuggets:00:00:00 - Introduction to Functional Freeze: What It Is and Why It Matters 01:00:00 - The Signs of Functional Freeze: From Procrastination to Numbness 04:01:00 - Strategies to Overcome Functional Freeze: Practical Tips and Exercises 06:01:00 - How to Apply These Strategies in Daily LifeRemember, conquering functional freeze is about more than just managing symptoms—it's about transforming your life from the inside out. If you're ready to make a change, this episode is your first step. Thanks for joining me today! If you found value in these insights, please leave a comment, share this video, and consider exploring more resources at the Spiritual Millionaire Academy. Together, we can turn challenges into stepping stones for growth. Until next time—keep living, keep loving, and keep growing. Pre-Order the Book Spiritual Millionaire: https://prestonsmiles.com/bookFollow me on Instagram: instagram.com/prestonsmiles

This week's episode of the podcast is a short post-election reflection - just me sharing some of what's currently on my mind and what's sustaining me right now. This one is a little different, because I don't really hide my political views, but I also don't usually make them a focal point of my teaching. While I certainly have opinions and I care deeply about the issues, I also respect my students' autonomy and I try not to make too many assumptions about the views they may hold. I want to hope that we can all practice together and find common ground more often than not. The thoughts I'm sharing today are for others like me who are upset about the election, and who are feeling confused, discouraged, and shaky. And I especially want to speak to my fellow movement, yoga, and meditation teachers out there, who are holding space for others during challenging times. So, if you're usually a fan of this podcast but realizing your politics is different than mine, you can listen to this and try to understand my perspective, or you can skip this episode and move on. I promise it's not going to be an angry rant or recitation of fearful possibilities, and it's not going to be an artificial ‘look on the bright side message' either. I'll be sharing a few quotes and ideas that are helping me to orient to this moment, as well as a story about how I'm finding connection and light in my local community.  ------------------------- For more links and resources mentioned in this episode, find the show notes at movedtomeditate.yoga/podcast. The class for a nervous system Freeze Response (mentioned in this episode) is available in the Moved To Meditate Class Library. Sign up for your “Free Library Card” to access a rotating selection of 5 classes each month, plus this bonus session. Feel free to reach out through my website with any episode requests, topics you'd like to hear about, or guest interview suggestions. You can also connect with me on Instagram or Threads at @addie_movedtomeditate (for mindfulness, movement, pictures of Pacific Northwest nature, crocheting projects, and my adorable kitty, Mustache).

Have you ever found yourself frozen in a moment, unable to decide what to do next, or even feeling completely numb to things you normally care about? Maybe you've felt weighted down, like your body is bracing for something you can't quite pinpoint, or struggled to shake off that “foggy” feeling that keeps you from moving forward. These are just a few everyday signs of the freeze response—a natural, yet often misunderstood, way our bodies respond to stress.In this episode, I dive into how the freeze response shows up in both physical and emotional ways that we often overlook. From feeling heavy or tense, to experiencing decision paralysis or zoning out in conversations, these moments are more common than we think. I'll walk you through simple, gentle steps to recognize when you're in freeze mode and how to reconnect with yourself in a supportive way.Tune in to learn why your body might respond with freeze, relatable real-life examples, and actionable steps to gently move out of that disconnected, stuck feeling so you can get back to engaging fully with your life.Join the FREE regulation session here: https://marina-yanay-triner.kit.com/e28e36f163 ❥❥❥ HeartSpace: An online monthly membership community for open-hearted, nervous system-attuned living. Join with a free trial:  https://marinayt.com/heartspace/  ❥❥❥ FREE RESOURCE: a step-by-step process of working with your triggers TRIGGERED TO ROOTED: A ROADMAP TO CREATE TREASURES FROM YOUR TRIGGERS This powerful step by step process will walk you through how to somatically move through a trigger, ground yourself, allow the emotions to come up and experience massive growth in your life Download here: https://marinayt.com/triggered-to-rooted/  ❥❥❥ Follow me on Instagram: www.instagram.com/marina.y.t 

Today we're diving into a topic that affects so many of us in the wedding industry: resilience and burnout.This summer, we shared several episodes on burnout, where I openly discussed my own experience from last year and hitting a wall at the beginning of 2024.  My train was moving 200 miles per hour, and I just couldn't see a path to slowing down.  Fortunately, the person who helped me find the brakes joins us today, and she's sharing her advice to help you restore balance in your life.-----Hannah Abad Coaching@hannahabadcoachingResilience Restoration Membership:  ------(00:02:58) The Freeze Response in High-Achieving Leaders(00:14:14) Survival Response Impact on Mental Health(00:19:38) Survival State's Influence on Decision Making(00:23:44) Interconnected Systems: Establishing Safety for Healing(00:32:13) Transformative Shift Through Releasing Core Beliefs(00:34:33) Transitioning from Survival Mechanisms to Healthy Identity(00:43:09) Embracing Self-Value through Human Being Approach---Today's episode is brought to you by The Planner's Vault. The doors are currently closed for The Planner's Vault, but join the wait list now so you can be the first to know when the doors re-open.Weddings for Real on Social Media:Instagram: @weddingsforrealFacebook: @weddingsforrealtwitter: @weddingsforrealHosted by Megan Gillikin, Weddings for Real is presented by The Planner's Vault, and is produced by Earfluence.

Are you living in a state of dissociation? If you have experienced long-term toxic or a narcissistic relationship you may find yourself disconnected from your body to numb out the emotional pain.  Dissociation is a protective mechanism, but it's not a healthy way to live. Dissociation can lead to chronic illness, difficulty engaging socially, and a lack of joy and connection. To shift out of this state, you must learn to reconnect with the body through somatic healing practices. This process is not easy, as we're often not taught to embrace our emotions, especially as women. However, by understanding the neuroscience behind dissociation and the importance of working with the nervous system, you can reclaim their sense of presence and groundedness, paving the way for true healing and growth. Key topics covered in this episode: Dissociation as a trauma response Nervous system regulation for healing Freeze response and physical impacts Somatic healing for mind-body reconnection 0:00 Understanding Trauma and Dissociation 3:14 The Role of Neuroscience and Somatic Practices in Healing 4:11 The Freeze Response and Its Impact on the Body 6:59 Long-Term Effects of Dissociation on Health 8:52 Shifting Out of Dissociation and Reconnecting with the Body 11:07 The Importance of Somatic Healing 11:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Podcast Resources: Join my FREE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thriveafternarcissisticabuse Access my low cost Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Programme https://go.carolinestrawson.com/heal-the-trauma-of-narcissistic-abuse Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestrawson/ Find me on TikTok!: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinestrawson My website: https://www.carolinestrawson.com/

In this episode, we explore the complex emotion of anger. We discuss how anger can be a suppressed emotion (and create conditions for bingeing and restricting) because sometimes, it's an emotion we are afraid to feel. On the other hand, it can be a high-energy emotion that just takes a lot of wrangling to keep regulated!   For the first time ever on this podcast, we actually discuss -- live, and without pre-planning -- a recent personal conflict between us when we went to Bournemouth for a workshop. In real time, we hope to demonstrate the importance of rupture and repair in relationships.   This episode also touches upon the interplay of helplessness and anger, the significance of understanding physical responses to emotions, and strategies for managing these intense feelings.   03:00 Revealing Today's Topic: Anger 05:23 Personal Experiences with Anger 07:31 A Moment of Conflict 10:42 Processing and Reflecting on Anger 23:05 Memory and Miscommunication 24:39 Physical Reactions to Emotional Stress 26:56 Rupture and Repair in Relationships 27:58 Personal Experiences with Conflict Resolution 30:40 Helplessness and Control 36:59 Balancing Perspectives and Finding Ease 43:18 Reflections and Closing Thoughts Learn more about Stef's 3-month Binge Recovery Program (from anywhere in the world!) beginning the 9th of September, 2024.  Join our growing support community. This community is for you if you want a safe space to work through your daily struggles with food and body image. Community membership includes livestream episode recordings (online), monthly Zoom support meetings, a private Facebook group and member-only Q&A episodes. For more information go to: https://www.patreon.com/lifeafterdiets Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/lifeafterdietspodcast Email – hello@lifeafterdietspod.com Connect with Stefanie Michele, ED Recovery Coach, Somatic Therapist IT Work with Stefanie - www.iamstefaniemichele.com/application Website – www.iamstefaniemichele.com Instagram – www.instagram.com/iamstefaniemichele Connect with Sarah Dosanjh, Author & Psychotherapist Website – www.thebingeeatingtherapist.com Instagram – www.instagram.com/the_binge_eating_therapist YouTube – https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBingeEatingTherapist Sarah's book I Can't Stop Eating is available on Amazon If you find this episode helpful, you can subscribe to the Life After Diets podcast, leave us a review, and share your thoughts with us on Instagram and YouTube (@lifeafterdietspodcast). Your feedback helps us create content that matters to you.

How can we effectively harness our stress response and work with our freeze response to achieve sustained, high and healthy performance? Our focus today is on Olympian level of performance. In a world that gives us the message that we need to manage our stress, actually, that may not be what we want to do. We are going to look at our stress physiology through the lens of high performance, because let's face it, trauma work and personal development can be like Olympian performance for us. It's hard, it's long, and we want to know how to use our stress response to help us accomplish the changes we want in our life.  In this episode, you will learn: The 2 important measures of performance: activation physiology and recovery capacity The importance of mastering both stress activation and recovery The role of routines and biological rhythms in optimizing performance Overcoming the guilt and discomfort associated with taking time to rest How the messages behind physical health symptoms like shingles or adrenal fatigue are not messages just of stress and what those messages are What relationship you need to have with your freeze response for optimal performance Techniques to increase your ability to handle high-stress situations without compromising your well-being   For more information and links for this episode, please visit our website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/

As a coach, have you ever felt overwhelmed by the challenges of building your business while juggling personal responsibilities? In this episode, I sat down with Molly Claire, a master certified coach with over 10 years of experience in the industry. Molly shares her inspiring journey from struggling single mom to successful coach and business owner, offering valuable insights for coaches at all stages of their careers. If you're looking to enhance your coaching skills, better understand your clients, and build a business that supports your ideal lifestyle, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Molly's approach to holistic coaching, combining mindset work with emotional and nervous system understanding, offers a fresh perspective on what it means to be an effective coach. For more resources on building your ideal coaching business and understanding the intersection of mindset, emotions, and the nervous system, visit myperfectbiz.com. There, you can access Molly's video training on setting up your ideal life and business vision, as well as her private podcast episodes diving deeper into these topics.

In this episode, host, Kristen Slonicki shares with you actionable steps to overcome overwhelm. We dive deep into the roots of what is typically behind the feeling of being overwhelmed, what is going on in your nervous system when you feel like you want to get things done, but you don't understand why you aren't just taking action, or when you freeze because you feel like the overwhelm and your plate is just too full.  This episode provides you with the information and exact steps for understanding overwhelm, and moving through it.  -- Time Stamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - Updates + Overwhelm After Travel  02:00 - Traveling As An Entrepreneur & The Truth About Working From Anywhere  06:03 - What is it to be Overwhelmed 07:52 - Fight or Flight, Understanding Your Nervous System  09:30 - Fawn & Freeze in Nervous System 09:45 - Freeze Response or Burnout - Where Does Freeze Response Stem From  12:00 - Why do We Feel Safer To Do Nothing When We Are Overwhelmed 12:45 - Why You Aren't Taking Action When You Want To 16:10 - Steps To Feeling Better When Overwhelmed & To Taking Action  16:30 - Shifting From External Need To Decompress   --   -- ☑️ Follow:  Help support our show, & get a healthy hit of dopamine by hitting that follow button to stay updated on our weekly episodes. -

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Have you ever experienced freeze, where your body goes to a complete shutdown? Freeze dynamics can show up in various areas of life, such as sexuality, relationships, work, and organization. Today, I'm excited to host Rachel Rae Halder. She explains how the freeze response is often misunderstood, the nuances of the freeze response, its impact on various aspects of life, and the importance of approaching it with understanding and self-compassion. In this podcast episode, Rachel takes us through:  - How freeze is common and how it's often misunderstood. - What freeze is, and how it occurs. - Freeze in different life areas. - How understanding freeze dynamics brings compassion to areas of struggle and stuckness. - Thawing freeze through micro-movements - How seeking stability, safety, and self-trust in the body and environment supports the nervous system in emerging from a shutdown. - How to work with chronic freeze patterns. - Consciously working through ancestral healing of freeze patterns. - Her upcoming 8-week course “Finding Flow” and other offerings for Nervous System Education. And so much more! Rachel Halder is a neurodivergent and queer writer, thought leader, and seasoned practitioner with over a decade of experience in post-traumatic growth healing arts, with some of the most advanced trainings around trauma resolution, sexual liberation, and collective healing. She has a unique, mystical, ancestral, and energetic approach to trauma healing + pleasure, especially in understanding nuances in the nervous system, including many freeze dynamics that play out in people's bodies. Her work goes far beyond the typical somatic experiencing principles and enters into nature, plus the energetic and mystical realms of the “unseen.” Links: https://rachelhalder.podia.com/finding-flow  https://rachelhalder.podia.com/why-we-freeze  www.facebook.com/raehalder  www.instagram.com/rachel.rae.halder  www.raehalder.com Follow Aimee Takaya on: IG : @aimeetakaya Facebook : Aimee Takaya Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at www.freeyoursoma.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aimee322/support

Everyone talks about the fight or flight response. But what about the freeze and fawn responses, which are also found in the anxiety disorder community? This week Josh and Drew dig into the freeze response to anxiety, panic, and perceived threat. What is the freeze response? What does it look like? Does the freeze response mean being literally frozen and completely immobilized? Do we need special instructions or rules for how to "fix" the freeze state when anxious or experiencing panic? Along the way, the guys also touch on the fawn response, which also doesn't get enough discussion in this community. We'll be doing a dedicated fawn response episode next week. ---- Struggling with worry and rumination that you feel you can't stop or control? Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Worry and Rumination Explained⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, a two hour pre-recorded workshop produced by Josh and Drew. The workshop takes a deep dive into the mechanics of worrying and ruminating, offering some helpful ways to approach the seemingly unsolvable problem of trying to solve seemingly unsolveable problems. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/worryrumination⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ----- Want to ask us questions, share your wins, or get more information about Josh, Drew, and the Disordered podcast? Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://disordered.fm⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Take a deep breath. Today we're sharing the most empowering tips, advice, and insights on all things Nervous System. What even is the nervous system? And what does it have to do with the TBM manifestation process? Join us as we cover some of the most impactful gems of wisdom all about  nervous system regulation–from our go-to experts like Janelle, Dr. Nicole LePera, Nicole Vignola (aka Nicole's Neuroscience), Dr. Mariel Buqué, and more. In this ep, we also remind ourselves of how the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses may appear in our day-to-day lives and what we can do to bring our prefrontal cortex back online and get back to our most magnetic and authentic selves. With practical strategies, personal stories, and professional wisdom, this episode is designed to help you find balance, foster emotional well-being, and embrace your journey of personal growth. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and learn how to *truly* nurture your nervous system. Find the Complete Show Notes Here -> https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast In This Episode We Talk About:Introduction to nervous system regulation and dysregulationUnderstanding the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responsesChronic dysregulation and its effects on mental and physical healthSymptoms and behaviors associated with each response statePersonal experiences with different nervous system statesThe importance of self-awareness and recognizing your default responseStrategies for calming a dysregulated nervous systemThe role of breathwork and grounding exercisesMoving from a frozen state to an activated stateCompassionate self-inquiry and the inner child's role in nervous system responsesBalancing sympathetic and parasympathetic statesPractical tools for daily nervous system regulationBuilding mastery through consistent practiceDifferentiating between numbing out and healthy restEmphasizing the need for a holistic approach to emotional and physical health THEMES / TIME STAMPS:Introduction to the fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses. (00:15:10)Practical regulation techniques and the importance of daily practice and building mastery over time. (00:24:00)How to resource to support your nervous system (00:58:00)Resources: TBM SUMMER SALE ☀️LIVE NOW Get the lowest prices of the season and up to $96 off 2024 TBM Summer Challenge - Get Out of Your Own WayPre-week kicks off May 20thAccess our FREE Find Your Biggest Block Exercise Share your challenge manifestations storiesfor a chance to be featured on The Expanded Podcast Kajabi Try Kajabi all-in-one business platform free for 30 days with TBM link! Seed - code 25MAGNETIC for 25% off first month of Seed's DS-01® and PDS-08™%Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic (for adults ages 18+)Seed's PDS-08™Pediatric Daily Synbiotic - (for kids ages 3-17) Expanded x Ep. 245 - How To Be Honest with Yourself: Why Self-Awareness is Everything in ManifestationEp. 287 - You Can't Rush Your Manifestations: The Energetics of DesperationExpanded x Ep. 266: How To Break Low Self-Worth Habits with Nicole NeuroscienceEp. 234 - Learn What Your Nervous System is Telling You with Dr. Nicole LePeraExpanded x Ep. 57: How to Heal Your Inner Child with Dr. Nicole LePeraEp. 285 Ancestral Wisdom & Healing Generational Trauma featuring Dr. Mariel BuquéExpanded x Ep. 272 Becoming An ‘Emotional Athlete' with Flynn SkidmoreExpanded x Ep. 260 - Rock Bottoms: How To Navigate When The Rug Is Pulled From Beneath YouExpanded x Ep.  301 How To Find Your Biggest BlockEp. 189 - How To Spot When Your Inner Child Is Running The ShowExpanded x Ep. 227 - How To Manifest Anything You DesireFind the Safe DI and all workshops mentioned inside our Pathway Membership! (Including the Inner Child and Unblocked DIs) Connect with Our Experts!Janelle Nelson, EMDR & MFT TherapistBook an Unblocking session or Intensive w Janelle Dr. Mariel BuquéNicole VignolaNicole LePeraWhere To Find Us!@tobemagnetic (IG)@Lacyannephillips@Jessicaashleygill@tobemagnetic (youtube)@expandedpodcast Other ResourcesSubmit to Be a Process GuestText Us: +1-213-423-5226 - (texting is only for US, Canada, & Puerto Rico)Alexis Smart x TBM EXPANDED Flower RemedyTBM Manifestation JournalDid you Finish the Manifestation Challenge? Share your experience with us! Free Offerings to Get You StartedLearn the Process! Expanded Podcast - How to Manifest Anything You Desire Get Expanded! The Motivation - Testimonial LibraryNeed Help Identifying Your Block? Access our FREE Find Your Biggest Block Exercise

Welcome to this Masterclass on How to Get Out of A Functional Freeze Nervous System Response with Money and Finances. Mentioned in this episode:1- Get my free e-book on Somatic Exercises and Emotional Regulation here. 2- Join my new program Financially Fabulous here. 3- Download the free Financial Glimmers Practice (Yes, it's ready!!) here. This episode dives into the concept of functional freeze in relation to money and the nervous system. The Functional Freeze state is a state in the nervous system where the sympathetic fight or flight response and the parasympathetic freeze response are blended together, resulting in high levels of activation or arousal with the inability to take action.If you are in a state of freeze, it is not your fault!Money is often tied to survival, worth, belonging, rejection, and acceptance, making it a potentially traumatizing topic for everyone, regardless of their financial background. In this episode (it's more like a masterclass) I give you 5 steps that will help you start thawing out that freeze response so you can build financial confidence and momentum. Key takeaways:- The Connection Between Finances and the Nervous System- Understanding Functional Freeze and Its Impact on Money- 5 Steps to Start Addressing Functional Freeze.Sending you lots of love! I'm here if you have any questions! ❤️ Nadine Thank you for being here ❤️Join my 6-month program, Create Fulfilling Abundance. Learn more and apply here: https://www.saveamillioncents.com/cfa If you are interested in working with me 1:1, send me an email!✨If this podcast is a helpful resource for you, please share it with your friends, on social media, and leave a 5-star rating and review.

We're diving into different signs and symptoms that show you might be (unconsciously) stuck in a freeze response, why we avoid our deeper layers and next evolution and what it really takes to make the most courageous leap of faith in your life. Want support in feeling alive and thriving in your relationship with your body? Book a 1:1 sessionJoin the SOUL Retreat for a 5 -day Meditation and Soul Healing Retreat.Click here to learn more.

Osher describes how yesterday he discovered an underlying freeze response which he didn't realise was playing havoc with his life.‌Join him for an exploration in to how if we're not in “fight” or “flight” we can become immobile, literally frozen and unable to speak.‌(He also manages to work the hunting habits of South African Killer Whales into this conversation, which was a nice surprise. You won't believe their favourite snack).‌Former, you might find these episodes interesting to listen to nextMental Health, Give us a wave‌The link between Childhood Sexual Trauma and Adult Mental Illnesswith Associate Prof Emma Jane‌Keeping mentally healthy online with Nat's What I Reckon and FlexMami (live at Meta HQ)‌To get on the mailing list and explore other episodes, got tooshergunsberg.comLeave a comment or DM on Insta @osher_gunsbergTo support the show, simply share it, subscribe, review and rate wherever you can.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is the connection between attachment, autoimmunity and fatigue? The answer… your nervous system! Many practitioners have noticed there has been an uptick in those who are experiencing autoimmunity. What's causing this uptick? In this episode, I'm discussing how the nervous system, and more specifically the freeze response, is connected to attachment, autoimmunity, and fatigue. You'll hear more about:  The 3 normal stress responses How the freeze response is a component of the stress response both mentally and physically How the freeze response contributes to autoimmune conditions and fatigue Why working on your nervous system  Common symptoms of the freeze response What role do early attachment relationships and traumatic events play in shaping an individual's stress responses Ways to increase your awareness of your stress responses and explore strategies for managing them effectively For more information and links for this episode, please visit our website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/

Do you ever experience a sense of detachment from your surroundings? Even in the presence of others, you might feel as though you're not fully engaged.   My former spouse exhibited covert narcissistic traits, and I found myself stuck in a freeze response for decades. I was completely disconnected from reality, wearing a smile that masked my functional freeze.    In this episode, you will learn: What a freeze response actually is How to break out of a freeze response Practical ways to restore your old self    A freeze response can have serious effects on your body and mind. Together we can understand why this happens, who may be causing it, and how to break out of your freeze response.   Podcast Resources: Join my FREE Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/thriveafternarcissisticabuse Access my low cost Narcissistic Trauma Recovery Programme https://go.carolinestrawson.com/heal-the-trauma-of-narcissistic-abuse Connect with me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinestrawson/ Find me on TikTok!: https://www.tiktok.com/@carolinestrawson My website: https://www.carolinestrawson.com/

 What do dissociation, avoidance, and emotional shutdown all have in common? They're connected to the “freeze” response to stress. In one of our favorite episodes to date, Dr. Rick and Forrest explore the freeze response in detail.  They talk about what stress responses are, how they impact our behavior, and why different people tend to default to different coping strategies. Forrest explains what freezing looks like in practice, and why the freeze response can be particularly difficult to navigate. Dr. Rick then shares a number of helpful strategies for working with the freeze response, including strengthening self-confidence, and the feeling of ourselves as someone who can create safety. Towards the end of the episode they discuss managing these tendencies in a relationship. You can watch this episode on YouTube. Key Topics: 0:00: Introduction  1:15: Understanding the stress response 9:05: Asking if your stress response serves your relationships 15:25: The difficulty of perceiving your freeze response 19:05: Dissociation, and what freezing looks like in practice 23:55: Steps of moving through dissociation 30:05: Self-awareness, ‘global' conditioning, and unconditional positive regard 38:10: Exploring new ways of being with a hypothetical case study 53:45: Seeing yourself as a source of safety 1:02:55: Recap Forrest is now writing on Substack, check out his work there.  Support the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors Get your stand on with UPLIFT Desk! Go to UPLIFT Desk.com/BEINGWELL for 5% off your order of one of their fantastic standing desks or office products. Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world's largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month! Trust your gut with Seed's DS-01 Daily Synbiotic. Go to Seed.com/BEINGWELL and use code 25BEINGWELL to get 25% off your first month.  Start each day right with IQBAR's bars, hydration mixes, and mushroom coffees. Just text BEINGWELL to sixty-four thousand (64-000) and get an exclusive offer of 20% off plus free shipping. Connect with the show: Subscribe on iTunes Follow Forrest on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Follow Forrest on Instagram Follow Rick on Facebook Follow Forrest on Facebook Visit Forrest's website Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to a new episode of Tactical Ambition. In this episode where Bruce Cardenas, a seasoned veteran in law enforcement and personal safety, shares insights on safeguarding yourself and your loved ones in today's increasingly unpredictable world. From discussing the nuances of home security to navigating potential threats in public spaces, Bruce brings years of experience and stories from the field to the forefront, offering practical advice for everyday safety. Whether you're concerned about protecting your home, staying safe on the streets, or simply understanding the mindset needed to anticipate and mitigate risks, this episode is packed with guidance, stories, and strategies that matter. Tune in to empower yourself with knowledge and tactics that could make all the difference someday. Highlights: "Your home is your sanctuary, but that doesn't mean threats can't cross your threshold. The first step in defense is awareness and preparation."  "In the face of danger, your response should be calculated, not reactionary. Understanding the situation and having a plan can save lives." "The reality is, threats don't discriminate by location. Whether you're in a bustling city or a quiet neighborhood, the potential for danger exists, and readiness is key."  Timestamps: 00:05 - Bruce Carr on SHOT Show Experiences 01:30 - Insights on Home Invasions and Security 04:30 - Navigating Threats in Public and While Driving 10:00 - The Shift in Criminal Behavior and Its Causes 18:30 - Practical Safety Tips for Families and Individuals 20:00 - Training and Self-Defense Awareness 25:00 - Bruce's Experiences with Public Safety 30:00 - Men's Role in Maintaining Vigilance and Protection 35:00 - The Fight, Flight, or Freeze Response in Critical Situations 45:00 - Empowering Civilians for Better Community Safety

Themes: Nervous system health, the freeze response, trauma-informed healing Episode: What does the trauma response of “freeze” look like in daily life? Cait unpacks the reality of how “freeze” manifests, because it's not only the well known “deer-in-the-headlights” reaction. Find out how you can tell when your body is stuck in “freeze,” and how to make small, manageable changes to bring your body back into a regulated state.  Show Notes: -Neurosomatics Program announcement - Cait invites you to book an Enrollment call with her & her colleague, Laura Larios, to learn more about their NeuroSomatics Certification program and explore if it's a fit for you! -What are the tell-tale signs of living/working from freeze? (inability to say no, overthinking/excessive internal activity, feeling like you are going in circles) -Acute versus functional freeze states -How freeze state (or any nervous system response) affects our daily lives; how it spills from one area of our lives to another; bringing awareness to the physical sensations of being in freeze -Cait's tips/advice on how to move out of freeze via “titration” : small, slow changes  Resources: -Follow Rewire on Instagram here -Cait's Instagram: @caitmurphy.co  -Click here for Cait's FREE Masterclass -Lindsay's Instagram: @myvitalside -Visit Lindsay's Website  *ALL the content talked about in these episodes should not be used as medical advice. These episodes are to be used for informational purposes only.  

In this episode, Karrie and Cathy explore the concept of freeze or fawn responses and how they can manifest in different ways, such as feeling stuck or numbing oneself. They also delve into the role of the amygdala in triggering these responses and how our individual stories shape our reactions. Understanding these responses can help us navigate and heal from past traumas. This conversation explores the freeze response and its impact on our lives. It discusses the importance of completing the stress cycle and the role of the freeze response in perpetuating stress and anxiety. The analogy of a gazelle shaking off adrenaline is used to illustrate the need to release the chemicals associated with the freeze response. The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding our body's needs and finding healthy ways to recover from heightened states. It emphasizes the significance of going into the deeper waters of our stories and the transformative power of kindness and compassion. Takeaways Freeze is a response where we feel stuck or unable to take action. Understanding the role of the amygdala can help us recognize and navigate our emotional responses. Our individual stories shape our reactions and coping mechanisms. The freeze response can leave us feeling stuck and trapped in a loop. Completing the stress cycle is essential for our well-being and recovery. Understanding our body's needs and finding healthy ways to recover is crucial. Going into the deeper waters of our stories and showing kindness and compassion to ourselves can lead to transformation. Karrie Garcia /⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Freedom Movement Monthly Cohort / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠More Here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Karrie's Book / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Free & Fully Alive Cathy Lorezel / ⁠Instagram⁠ Cathy's Website / ⁠More Info

In today's podcast episode, I am talking about the FREEZE response, how to recognize it, and how to support yourself when you're in a state of freeze. Connect with Meg on Instagram: @iammegdoll Work with Meg: https://megdoll.com/coaching/ Get access to Meg's free resources: https://megdoll.com/freebies/

Do you struggle with feeling unmotivated or stuck when it comes to reaching your goals? Do you often feel numb, disconnected, or struggle with procrastination? Maybe you even walk around thinking there is something “wrong” with you. In reality, you may be stuck in the freeze response. The body is complex, intelligent even, but when your stress response kicks in over and over, and you start to spend more time stressed than calm and relaxed, you could be wiring your system for nervous system dysfunction. In this episode, Pam shares 10 Signs that might mean you are stuck in, what practitioners call → Functional Freeze. A Chronic Freeze state that has you walking through the musts, and leaves you unmotivated to reach your larger goals. Free Workshop: Get Ready to Gain Control Over the Freeze Response, by checking out this all-new training to rewire your stress response! Join us and get started!!Start Regulating Your emotions, clearing out the triggers that have you stuck, and shifting your parenting strategies with my brand new program The Calm Project → Yours for FREE when you join the Align Mom's Membership Today! Follow Me on Instagram: @parentingtherapistpamFEEDBACK: If you're like “I love the Peaceful Home Podcast.” Please consider rating and reviewing our show! This helps us support women, just like you, on their motherhood journey. Click here →  https://pamgodbois.com/ApplePodcast, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! The best thing you can do for yourself and your kids is effectively regulate your nervous system. And a great place to start >> to wire the brain for gratitude. Research tells us that gratitude increases happiness and a peaceful mindset. Make the shift and watch how things in your life start to change. Sign up today! www.pamgodbois.com/gratitude

How do you use mirroring when wanting to hold the container for someone to safely go into their freeze response for healing? This is the question that I answer in today's Biology of Trauma Podcast. This episode is an excerpt from one of my professional development training sessions for those who become mentors and lead the breakout groups in the Foundational Journey. During this session, I chat with those group members about what mirroring is, how to use it to excite, subside, or maintain whatever the emotional state is, and how mirroring someone's own words back to them creates a connection. I will also explain what to do when someone goes into a freeze state and how to be a safe place for that person.   For more information and links for this episode, please visit our website: https://biologyoftrauma.com/biology-of-trauma-podcast/  

We've previously discussed the fight and flight responses, but the freeze response is equally important and often less understood. In this episode, we'll be exploring what's happening inside the brain when this response kicks in.Whether you're a parent of a child, teenager, or young adult, or you're just curious about the inner workings of the human brain, this discussion has something for everyone.So, what exactly occurs during the freeze response? Tune in to find out! Meet Jennifer KolariJennifer Kolari is the host of the “Connected Parenting” weekly podcast and the co-host of “The Mental Health Comedy” podcast. Kolari is a frequent guest on Nationwide morning shows and podcasts in th US and Canada. Her advice can also be found in many Canadian and US magazines such as; Today's Parent, Parents Magazine and Canadian Family.Kolari's powerful parenting model is based on the neurobiology of love, teaching parents how to use compassion and empathy as powerful medicine to transform challenging behavior and build children's emotional resilience and emotional shock absorbers.Jennifer's wisdom, quick wit and down to earth style help parents navigate modern-day parenting problems, offering real-life exampes as well as practical and effective tools and strategies.Her highly entertaining, inspiring workshops are shared with warmth and humour, making her a crowd-pleasing speaker with schools, medical professionals, corporations and agencies throughout North America, Europe and Asia.One of the nation's leading parenting experts, Jennifer Kolari, is a highly sought- after international speaker and the founder of Connected Parenting. A child and family therapist with a busy practice based in San Diego and Toronto, Kolari is also the author of Connected Parenting: How to Raise A Great Kid (Penguin Group USA and Penguin Canada, 2009) and You're Ruining My Life! (But Not Really): Surviving the Teenage Years with Connected Parenting (Penguin Canada, 2011).

Does this sound familiar? You've been told that to become a successful leader, all you need is to follow a set path and stick to it. But here's the painful truth - following that rigid path has left you feeling stagnant, unfulfilled, and lacking the growth you desire. It's time to break free from this ineffective action and discover the true power of being a leader and a student. Only then can you unlock your full potential and experience the continuous growth and success you've been longing for. "A smart man learns from their mistakes, but a wise man learns from others." - Justin Kavanaugh In this episode, you will be able to: Unleash your personal growth potential by embracing change and continuously evolving over the years. Become a truly effective leader by being a lifelong student, actively seeking out new knowledge and skills. Discover the power of deep conversations and meaningful relationships in your personal and professional life. Embrace discomfort as a catalyst for growth and transformation, unlocking new levels of success and fulfillment. Cultivate meaningful connections that go beyond surface-level interactions, creating a network of support and opportunity. My special guest is Justin Kavanaugh Meet Justin Kavanaugh, a seasoned leader, coach, and speaker who has dedicated his life to personal growth and leadership development. With a background in sports performance and high-performance coaching, Justin knows the importance of constantly learning and evolving as a leader. He believes that the key to growth is being a lifelong student, always seeking new knowledge and experiences to enhance his leadership skills. Justin understands the power of surrounding himself with a diverse range of perspectives and being open to both leading and following. His ability to balance deep, honest candor with care has earned him the reputation of a trusted coach and mentor. Justin's commitment to going beyond the surface-level and building deep connections with others has led to repeat invitations to speak at events and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of entrepreneurs and leaders. If you're looking to level up your leadership skills and embrace continuous learning, Justin Kavanaugh is the guest you need to listen to. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:02 - Welcome Back Party! 00:02:41 - Creating an Environment for Growth 00:05:08 - Balancing Leadership and Learning 00:06:26 - Depth and Repeat Opportunities 00:08:51 - Embracing Uncomfortable Growth 00:12:45 - The Importance of Coaching 00:13:50 - Staying Grounded and Finding Mentors 00:16:26 - Reading the Room and Self-Awareness 00:18:28 - Levels of Success and Reality Check 00:19:52 - Connecting High Performance Traits 00:25:52 - The Flight or Freeze Response in Conflict 00:26:48 - Moving Targets and Making Decisions 00:28:15 - Shifting Focus During the Pandemic 00:29:11 - Handling Conflict and Building a Bigger Audience 00:32:23 - A Fortunate Pause and Thriving During the Pandemic 00:39:04 - The Power of Preparation 00:40:02 - Going Deeper 00:41:01 - Challenged to Grow 00:43:10 - Building Internal Leaders 00:46:08 - Embracing Challenges 00:51:41 - Importance of Persistence 00:51:58 - Building Brands and Websites 00:53:03 - Mentorship and Personal Branding 00:54:08 - Spotting Talent and Building Relationships 00:57:01 - Being Part of Someone's Success  

"I wound up having this trauma happen at the hands of the vice principal. Well, then every time the intercom goes off for every morning's Pledge of Allegiance and secretarial announcements, I go into freeze and terror. And the meaning I created is "I'm not safe." - Dr. Keesha Ewers   In this episode, Dr. Keesha Ewers joins me to discuss the connection between the freeze response and autoimmunity. We look at the body's freeze response during traumatic experiences and how those triggers lead to a pattern of nervous system reactivity. We also dive deeper into the freeze response and why it is more common in children. These traumatic experiences can lead to the formation of beliefs and adaptive behaviors that persist into adulthood.   We take a deeper look at unresolved anger, specifically unexpressed anger turned towards oneself, and how it is associated with autoimmune conditions. The question we want to answer is: How is the freeze response behind autoimmunity? Key Takeaways: Why looking back and finding a moment when you wanted to die can be helpful How long a Biology of Trauma is happening underneath the surface before symptoms develop Why children experience freeze more than fight or flight You don't need to remember the story to heal 3 essential tools to reverse autoimmunity issues What it is like to apply the tools to yourself and to your patients/clients GUIDE “How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing”   –BIO– Find More About Dr.Aimie https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/dr-aimie-apigian-md-ms-mph/ More about our guest:  Dr. Keesha Ewers is a board certified Functional and Ayurvedic medical practitioner, as well as Doctor of Sexology, family practice ARNP (advanced registered nurse practitioner), a trauma informed therapist, Huachumera (medicine woman trained in the use of plant medicine from Peru), and a Reiki Master. She is registered in Washington state in clinical hypnotherapy and certified in EMDR, Brainspotting, the Enneagram, and mediumship and Angel Therapy. Dr. Keesha is also a certified MAPS MDMA therapist. She is the founder of a new branch of medicine called Functional Sexology. Dr. Keesha practices what she calls Mystic Medicine. Mystic Medicine sees EVERYTHING as God, including illness and suffering. She has seen that once the lesson is learned, the struggle is relieved. Dr. Ewers developed the 4 Pillar Freedom Framework and founded the Academy for Integrative Medicine to train people who are passionate about empowering themselves and then empowering others to heal themselves. Her Integrative Medicine Health Coach Certification Program is the only health coach program that trains coaches in Functional Medicine, Ayurveda, Positive Psychology, the Enneagram, Sexology, and laboratory testing. Dr. Keesha has been in the medical field for over 30 years. After being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis—an incurable disease according to Western medicine—she began exploring alternative modalities, which led her to Ayurvedic and Functional Medicine and a complete reversal of her autoimmunity. Her constant thirst for knowledge in the pursuit of finding answers to her patient's problems has taken her around the world. She has studied with traditional healers of native cultures from Australia and Peru to Africa and India, as well as with the most innovative thinkers and scientists in the US. She now takes groups to these places to train with her using plant medicine and the Medicine Wheel. Dr. Keesha is a popular speaker, including at Harvard and from the TEDx stage. She is the #1 bestselling author of Solving the Autoimmune Puzzle: The Woman's Guide to Reclaiming Emotional Freedom and Vibrant Health and Your Libido Story: A workbook for women who want to find, fix, and free their sexual desire. Shas authored several articles in peer reviewed journals, written chapters for text books by Dr. Andrew Weil and Dr. Gina Ogden, and is currently working on her next book. Dr. Keesha and her guests are live every Monday through Wednesday afternoons at 1 pm Pacific time on KKNW 1150 AM on Healthy YOU! Radio, where you can also listen to archived shows. Dr. Keesha is also a certified yoga instructor, meditation teacher, Tantrica, and mother to 4 amazing grown children.   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.   Helpful links: Attachment Roadmap Guide for Biochemical Imbalances in Mental Health Foundational Journey for Addressing Stored Trauma We Recommend: Starters Basic Bundle for Energy - This provides your body with key essentials that can help get you unstuck, have deeper, more restorative sleep, and enhance your energy levels. https://www.traumahealingaccelerated.com/product/starters-basic-bundle-for-energy/  

Dr. Stephen Porges, the creator of the polyvagal theory, joins the podcast to walk us through how its lessons can be applied to recovering from traumatic experiences. Forrest and Dr. Porges simplify the polyvagal theory, discuss the three key states our body can rest in, and explore how we can use polyvagal practices to heal old wounds and feel safer. About our Guest: Dr. Stephen Porges is a Distinguished University Scientist at Indiana University, Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, and Professor Emeritus at both the University of Illinois at Chicago and the University of Maryland. He's published more than 300 peer-reviewed papers and is the author of a number of books, including his recently released Our Polyvagal World: How Safety and Trauma Change Us.You can watch this episode on YouTube.Key Topics:0:00: Introduction1:10: A brief overview of Polyvagal Theory (PVT)5:20: Ventral, sympathetic, and dorsal vagal states12:05: Relating PVT to trauma, and processing cognitively vs. in the body19:30: Creating enough safety and co-regulation for healing work23:30: What helps people gain awareness, safety, and regulation27:15: Contextualizing a freeze response both psychologically and medically30:45: Distinguishing feeling safe vs. being safe34:10: Where to start when you don't have a secure base in another person37:20: How our physiology has evolved to detect psychosocial cues39:20: How healing practices change our perception of the world41:35: The calming effect of slow exhalation and top-down visualization43:05: Other tools to calm the nervous system, and the need for social nourishment47:05: RecapSupport the Podcast: We're now on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link.SponsorsStart speaking a new language in just 3 weeks with Babbel! Get 55% off at Babbel.com/BEING.Zocdoc helps you find expert doctors and medical professionals that specialize in the care you need, and deliver the type of experience you want. Head to zocdoc.com/being and download the Zocdoc app for FREE.Factor delivers fresh, never-frozen, fully prepared meals right to your door. Head to factormeals.com/beingwell50 and use code beingwell50 to get 50% off. Join over a million people using BetterHelp, the world's largest online counseling platform. Visit betterhelp.com/beingwell for 10% off your first month!Want to sleep better? Try the Calm app! Visit calm.com/beingwell for 40% off a premium subscription.Finally get that project off the ground with Squarespace! Head to squarespace.com/beingwell for a free trial, and when you're ready to launch use coupon code BEINGWELL to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain.Connect with the show:Subscribe on iTunesFollow Forrest on YouTubeFollow us on InstagramFollow Forrest on InstagramFollow Rick on FacebookFollow Forrest on FacebookVisit Forrest's website

Many of us are familiar with the 'fight or flight response.' However, little is known about the 'freeze response' and how it leads to anxiety disorders, hypersensitivity, and DPDR later on in life. Today on the anxiety guy podcast however all will be revealed. All show notes for this episode can be found Right Here. 

Many of us are familiar with the 'fight or flight response.' However, little is known about the 'freeze response' and how it leads to anxiety disorders, hypersensitivity, and DPDR later on in life. Today on the anxiety guy podcast however all will be revealed. Check out the show notes for this podcast episode here.  In this episode you will learn, How the freeze response during childhood manifests during adulthood How the freeze response effects our personality traits in life How anxiety symptoms fit into the freeze response If the anxiety guy podcast is helping you on your path towards healing please share with someone or an anxiety support group in need. It would mean so much to me.  Enjoy! Dennis PS: Don't forget to sign up for the weekly warrior newsletter!

“Polyvagal Theory is an optimistic viewpoint and it means that it acknowledges that many people have difficulties feeling safe, but it doesn't mean that they are destined to feel that way forever.” Last week's episode (Episode 34) was Part 1 in my discussion with Dr. Steve Porges, founding director of the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium and professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina, focusing on what the polyvagal lens says about attachment, freeze, and functional diseases (like fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome, and even COVID) and the first step - becoming a witness to our body and safety.   In Part 2, we will pick up the last minute of the previous episode and then go into five specific things that show the influence the polyvagal lens has on trauma work and what we can do when trauma has made it unsafe to feel safe. We will discuss: [06:43] Defining Neuroception and how it is different than perception [10:00] Findings from preterm babies in the NICU and what we learned about safety and survival [11:19] The relationship challenges of those born preterm [13:19] How understanding state regulation is more important than understanding neuroplasticity [21:22] Interesting tool for the nervous system - an oscillating tilt table that Dr. Porges has used Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

Throughout the Biology of Trauma Podcast, we discuss everything that goes into the biology of trauma, including emotional, psychological, and physiological components. Today, we will be focusing on the physiology of the nervous system with our guest, Dr. Stephen Porges who is a distinguished university scientist at Indiana University, where he is the founding director or the Traumatic Stress Research Consortium, and professor of psychiatry at the University of North Carolina. We are going to bridge the worlds between medicine, functional medicine, neuroscience, and trauma therapy. The big question we will answer is What does the polyvagal lens say about attachment, freeze, and functional diseases? You will learn: Looking at attachment through the polyvagal lens The freeze response Dissociation through the polyvagal lens Social engagement through the polyvagal lens and how social engagement is actually a neuromodulator Functional diseases viewed through the polyvagal lens Our first step and where we start the work Key Takeaways: [01:35] Introduction to Dr. Stephen Porges [06:43] Understanding that the body's reaction is survival driven rather than blaming or shaming our response [08:58] The first step learned through somatic experiences is to witness your body [11:38] Understanding the freeze response [15:40] Being aware of our own body [18:11] Adaptive shutting down leads to functional diseases [22:21] Getting our bodies to feel safe Find More About Dr.Aimie: 21 Day Journey How do you know if you have trauma? And if you do have trauma, what is the next step? The good news is, there is a step-by-step process for identifying and healing trauma. Download my step-by-step guide (with a quiz inside!) to see if you have trauma and to identify how to get started. Download your free roadmap here: https://traumahealingaccelerated.mykajabi.com/steps-to-identify-and-heal-trauma-a-roadmap-for-healing   Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Consult your own physician for any medical issues that you may be having.  This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use of the podcast.  

This week, we transition from talk of The Tower to cooperation dilemmas — like public health crises and climate change — that impact our nervous systems. ****As we transition into the summer season, it's time to thaw our collective freeze, creating a safe space for us all to grow again!Our special guest is Carmen Spagnola, a chef turned trauma recovery practitioner and kitchen witch. Carmen leads listeners in a grounding technique and shows us how conscious collapse awareness can help us settle our anxiety, even as we respond to problems that don't have solutions.Carmen hosts The Numinous Podcast and created The Numinous Network, a supportive online community that offers courses on trauma recovery and somatic practices. Carmen also teaches readers to absorb magic through food in her book “The Spirited Kitchen: Recipes and Rituals for the Wheel of the Year.”Sign up for June 2023 Clear Channels Workshops here.Get 13% off Clear Channels using CODE: podcastlove.Sign up for Sarah's Protection Magic Workshop.Support our Patreon here.Visit our shop.Follow Sarah on Instagram.Buy The Moon Book.Sign up for our newsletter.

We recently completed a 2-on-1 mentoring session with a mother who described her son as “continually shutting down - won't talk and won't participate in anything.”Sounds very similar to the FREEZE response in fight-flight-freeze. The fight-flight-freeze response is a physiological response to stress, or to danger. Our children who have experienced trauma, or experience sensory overstimulation, often experience this stress response.We give you some tips and tricks to help proactively manage this as well as in-the-moment strategies.Make sure to check out all of our links below!We'd love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form -> https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3 Looking for more in-depth help? Sign up for 2-on-1 Mentoring With Us!!Brought To You By HarklaThis podcast is brought to you by Harkla.  Our mission at Harkla is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives. We accomplish this through high-quality sensory products & child development courses.Podcast listeners get 10% off their first order at Harkla with the discount code "sensory". Head to Harkla.co/sensory to start shopping now.LinksAll Things Sensory Podcast Instagram Harkla YouTube ChannelHarkla Website - Shop Sensory Products!Harkla InstagramHealthline ArticleEpisode 199 - The Covid Regression Episode 172 - Diving into TraumaEpisode 242 - The Overstimulated Parent's Guide