Connect to Survive: Appeasement Replaces Stockholm Syndrome via Polyvagal Theory
Learn how appeasement fits into the Polyvagal Theory mixed states.
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Mar 24, 20235 min read
The Slow and Steady Path to Healing: How to Come Out of Shutdown and Reconnect After Trauma
If you're living in trauma, you may be familiar with shutdown. This is a Polyvagal state where you feel immobilized and disconnected...
Oct 20, 20225 min read
Polyvagal Theory for Total Beginners
Learn about the Polyvagal Theory, a new perspective on how the nervous system works and how it affects our behavior. This theory can help yo
Oct 8, 20223 min read
Is it Possible to Come Out of Polyvagal Shutdown?
Yes, coming out of a Polyvagal shutdown state is possible.
May 19, 20226 min read
Gabor & Maté - Wisdom of Trauma Series
The discussion between Porges and Maté was great. I have the video for you, a quote compilation poster and a whole bunch of quotes that...
May 5, 20225 min read
Uncontrollable Shaking When Crying
Have you ever experienced this? Shaking uncontrollably while you're crying? You're not the only one. My therapy clients often bring this up.
Jan 25, 20223 min read
You're Thinking, Not Feeling / SNB 138 quotes and show notes
Something that is keeping you stuck is thinking and not feeling.
Jan 10, 20226 min read
Adaptations to a Stuck Polyvagal State
Two types of adaptations to a stuck defensive Polyvagal state - behavioral & cognitive.
Jan 10, 20224 min read
the Stillness Mixed State of the Polyvagal Paradigm
Being still through the Polyvagal paradigm is a mixed state requiring safety and...
Jan 10, 20228 min read
the Play Mixed State of the Polyvagal Paradigm
Play is something unique through the paradigm of the Polyvagal Theory. It's a mixed state...
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