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Back to SearchUnderstanding Freeze— The “Wired-But-Tired” State (Part 3)
Season 1 Episode 121
"Freeze" is arguably the most confusing, nuanced, and self-blame-inducing state for people to understand. We often mistake it for laziness, depression, or some character flaw — it’s not. It's a prot…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Understanding Activation– Anxiety & Your Fight/Flight Response (Part 2)
Season 1 Episode 120
In this episode we explore the activated nervous system state—better known as fight-or-flight. If you’ve ever felt anxious, tightly wound, or like your body just can’t stop, this one’s for you. We ex…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
Why Different Tools Work for Different Nervous System States (Part 1)
Season 1 Episode 119
Ever wonder why a breathing exercise that works for your friend makes your own anxiety worse? The problem isn't you - it's that we've been treating nervous system regulation like it's one-size-fits-a…
Published on 3 months ago
Uphill Healing: Why Everything Feels Harder (and How to Make It Easier)
Season 1 Episode 118
Using a personal story about a difficult uphill walk versus an easy downhill one, this episode offers a powerful and validating analogy for the healing journey. Amanda explores why life and healing c…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Your Nervous System and the News: Staying Informed Without Staying Dysregulated
Season 1 Episode 117
Living in the world right now can feel overwhelming, especially when every news alert seems like another crisis demanding your attention– the news can feel like both a moral obligation and a fast tra…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Nervous System Prep for Summer as a Parent
Season 1 Episode 116
When school ends and summer begins, many parents expect a break—but what often comes instead is a spike in stress. In this episode, we explore why summer can feel more dysregulating than restful and …
Published on 4 months ago
Why Safety Can Feel Scary After Trauma (Simplified)
Season 1 Episode 115
This is a simplified version of the conversation we had last week about how it's common for trauma survivors to feel anxious or scared when they finally experience moments of calm or regulation. This…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
When Safety Feels Scary: Why Regulation Can Be Terrifying After Trauma
Season 1 Episode 114
Have you ever felt anxious about not feeling so anxious? Or had a moment of regulation trigger anxiety? In this follow-up we explore a counterintuitive but common phenomenon in trauma recovery: when …
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Finding Safety in Unsafe Places: Supporting Nervous System Regulation
Season 1 Episode 113
In this episode, we tackle the challenging but vital question: How can we support nervous system regulation when someone isn't in a safe environment? Drawing from Deb Dana's Polyvagal Theory expertis…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
Is Your Gut Triggering Your Anxiety? Understanding Bottom-Up Panic
Season 1 Episode 112
Can anxiety start... in your gut? Triggered by a listener's experience linking a gut cleanse to panic attacks, this episode dives deep into the powerful gut-brain connection. Discover how physiologic…
Published on 5 months, 1 week ago