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how trauma throws you off balance (understanding your window of tolerance) [+ a discussion on asexuality]

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The Effects of Trauma on the Window of Tolerance

When the balance is interfered with, this is when we move into how trauma can affect our window of tolerance. This is where you begin to dysregulate and experience fight or flight responses. Any undue stress or anxiety can generate fear and negativity that could result in our bodies triggering these defenses. And this is because your mind is convinced that the trauma or extreme stress you experienced in the past is happening again.

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