Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson Cognitive Bypassing, Traumatic Experiences, and Managing Triggers with Simone Saunders
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Sep 9, 2024 
Simone Saunders, a trauma therapist specializing in cognitive bypassing, joins the conversation to explore the intricate dance between emotions and cognition. They delve into the concept of cognitive bypassing and its ties to trauma, discussing how somatic tools can break the cycle of overthinking. Topics such as the freeze and fawn stress responses, managing triggers, and the challenges of unhealthy relationships are tackled. The duo emphasizes the importance of emotional authenticity, agency, and the transformative power of navigating grief.
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Cognitive Bypassing
- Cognitive bypassing involves avoiding emotions by overthinking or distracting oneself.
- This avoidance can hinder emotional processing and prevent personal growth.
Expanding Window of Tolerance
- Understand your window of tolerance, the emotional range where you can think clearly.
- Gradually expand it by exploring uncomfortable sensations in a safe therapeutic setting.
Developing Self-Awareness
- Increase self-awareness by noticing physical sensations throughout the day.
- Ask yourself "How do you know?" to connect your feelings to bodily cues.