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Healing Honeys (formerly OPENHOUSE with Louise Rumball)

152 - Why am I exhausted (the Freeze response)

Apr 16, 2024
Sarah Murphy, an expert on shifting out of 'freeze mode' and helping transition the body out of a frozen state, discusses practical tips to heal the nervous system. Topics include the importance of a 'felt sense of safety', somatic experiencing, and methods like morning sunlight, intermittent fasting, and psychedelics. They also explore energization techniques and the concept of 'bringing your life force back into your body'.
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Quick takeaways

  • Healing freeze mode requires a bottom-up approach, focusing on the body's biology and releasing emotions.
  • Cultivating a 'felt sense safety' through physiological mechanisms like vagus nerve activation aids in moving out of freeze mode.

Deep dives

Understanding Freeze Mode and Rewiring Neural Pathways

Freeze mode, a state of nervous system shutdown due to stress and overwhelm, can be understood as a biologically driven response rather than solely a mental issue. To address freeze mode, working on the body's biology is crucial. Nutrient deficiencies, inflammation, and microbial imbalances need to be managed to support the body in shifting from stress to safety. Additionally, rewiring neural pathways is essential to prevent reverting back to freeze mode, requiring a focus on optimizing neuroplasticity through activities like exercise, deep sleep, meditation, and adequate nutrition.

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