Stuck Not Broken

Oct 22 2024 300 ep. 27 mins 959
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Stuck Not Broken is the first podcast built on clearly teaching the Polyvagal Theory and applying it to your trauma recovery process. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist that makes the science of connection easily understood and accessible to anyone. He created the Polyvagal Trauma Relief System and is the author of Trauma & The Polyvagal Paradigm. (Justin Sunseri, LMFT99147)

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A Real Story of Self-Regulating out of Dorsal Vagal Shutdown: Macy's "Dancing"

Oct 22 2024 19 mins  
Justin Sunseri shares an inspiring story from Macy to demonstrate effective self-regulation out of the Polyvagal state of shutdown. He explores Macy's experiences of navigating through states of immobilization—shutdown, freeze, and stillness—using music and movement to manage sympathetic activation. Justin also discusses why unexpected memories may pop into consciousness when p

Frustrated with Dorsal Vagal Shutdown? Here's Why and What to Do.

Oct 16 2024 23 mins  
Are you transitioning from a shutdown state to sympathetic mobilization? I address the common emotions of frustration, irritation, and anger as positive indicators of moving up the Polyvagal ladder. 01:32 Teagan's Journey: From Shutdown to Stillness02:03 The Importance of Permitting Defensive States03:29 Imagery and Irritation: Teagan's Experience04:39 The Role of Fight Activation

Real People Share Their Dorsal Vagal Shutdown Support Sources (SNB 238)

Oct 08 2024 22 mins  
What supports do real people in shutdown find the most helpful? And how many supports do they try? This is part 4 of the Shutdown Experiences Survey results.🔸Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess🔸SNB: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1🔸Learn the Polyvagal Theory simply and for free - https://www.just

Can YOU validate her Polyvagal state, emotions, sensations, impulses, and cognitions?

Sep 25 2024 17 mins  
Let's practice validating! Can you validate the sensations, emotions, impulses, cognitions, and Polyvagal state in this story?00:00 Introduction to Validation00:07 Understanding Validation01:01 Domains of Validation01:45 Introducing the SSIEC Tool03:18 Story of Maria04:23 Analyzing Emotions and Cognitions06:31 Exploring Sensations and Impulses09:27 Polyvagal State Analysis15:20 Con

Understanding and Validating Dorsal Vagal Shutdown

Sep 18 2024 17 mins  
Join therapist and coach Justin Sunseri as he delves into emotional validation and its role in self-regulation. Learn the first lesson from his course, Shutdown to Stillness, which focuses on compassionately validating and acknowledging your emotions as a critical step towards inner peace and self-regulation. Validation can lead to normalization and even permitting your emotions to

Polyvagal Freeze, Obsessions, Scattered Thinking, & Other Cognitions

Sep 10 2024 13 mins  
Why do you get obsessive, ruminating, or scattered thinking? Justin Sunseri answers this question through the lens of the Polyvagal Theory. He explains freeze and then describes how that results in cognitive shifts.📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccessCrisis resources:National Suicide Preventi

Breaking the Cycle: How to Access Safety When You're Always in Defense (SNB 234)

Aug 09 2024 48 mins  
Therapist and coach Justin Sunseri addresses a YouTube comment regarding persistent hyperarousal and difficulty accessing a state of ventral vagal safety. Justin discusses various perspectives and advice from members of his private community, highlighting the importance of small steps, connections with others, and mindful practices. The episode emphasizes the necessity of both inte

Thaw the Freeze Trauma Response: a Polyvagal-Informed Approach

Jul 16 2024 14 mins  
Learn what the Freeze trauma response is, the dangers of addressing it head-on, and how to start coming out of it.📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccessCrisis resources:National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project

No, Allowing Dorsal Vagal Shutdown Doesn't Reinforce It (Unless...)

Jul 09 2024 12 mins  
Join therapist and coach Justin Sunseri as he addresses a key question from his private community about transitioning from dorsal vagal shutdown to sympathetic flight fight activation. In this episode of 'Stuck Not Broken,' Justin delves into the Polyvagal Theory, explaining how to safely navigate these states without reinforcing a shutdown pattern. He also provides insights into h

Can ANYBODY self-regulate and recover from trauma?

Jun 26 2024 12 mins  
Justin Sunseri addresses whether everyone can recover from trauma by accessing their Polyvagal safety state. He explains the nuances, emphasizing the importance of context, co-regulation, and healthy attachments.0:00 Can Anybody Self-Regulate and Recover from Trauma?01:43 Introduction to Safety Anchors and UDS02:08 Exploring the Concept of Safety Anchors03:53 The Role of Co-Regulat