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| A Real Story of Self-Regulating out of Dorsal Vagal Shutdown: Macy's "Dancing" | 22 Oct 2024 | 00:19:21 | |
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 practicing self-regulation. 00:00 Introduction to Self-Regulation Story 00:42 Macy's Experience with Shutdown and Freeze 01:11 Understanding Different States of Immobility 02:52 The Role of Safety in Self-Regulation 06:36 Macy's Journey to Mobilization 07:18 Welcoming Sympathetic Activation 08:41 Macy's Memory and Co-Regulation 09:11 Macy's Roundabout Memory 10:25 Understanding Self-Regulation 12:04 Present Moment Focus 14:52 Handling Sympathetic Activation 15:29 Upcoming Courses and Community 16:53 Invitation to Stucknaut Collective 18:05 Disclaimer 🔸Download the free SSIEC sheet by signing up for the email list resource - https://www.justinlmft.com/ssiec 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! When you do, you will immediately get the next episode as soon as it's available. What's better than having the next episode of SNB ready and waiting for you? (Nothing, that's what.) Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Frustrated with Dorsal Vagal Shutdown? Here's Why and What to Do. | 16 Oct 2024 | 00:23:14 | |
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 Stillness 02:03 The Importance of Permitting Defensive States 03:29 Imagery and Irritation: Teagan's Experience 04:39 The Role of Fight Activation in Self-Regulation 07:41 Movement and Sympathetic Activation 09:31 Validating and Normalizing Fight Activation 11:00 Embracing Self-Compassion 11:20 Understanding Defensive States 12:27 Navigating Shutdown and Activation 13:57 The Role of Stillness in Self-Regulation 15:11 Managing Frustration and Anxiety 16:29 Sustaining Energy and Mobility 19:16 Harnessing Frustration for Growth 20:46 Invitation to the Stucknaut Collective 21:58 Disclaimer and Final Thoughts 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! When you do, you will immediately get the next episode as soon as it's available. What's better than having the next episode of SNB ready and waiting for you? (Nothing, that's what.) Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Self-Regulation: Should you challenge your safety state? | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:14:36 | |
I answer questions about self-regulation and our safety state - should we challenge the capacity of our distress tolerance? Will this help strengthen our vagal brake? 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Polyvagal Safety Cues and Swiss Design | 17 May 2022 | 00:21:37 | |
Safety cues: what they are and what they have to do with my newfound love of Swiss design! Polyvagal One-Pagers - https://www.justinlmft.com/fileshare Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Polyvagal Theory for Teens - Rehearsal Presentation | 19 Apr 2022 | 00:26:01 | |
I recorded a dry run of a presentation I did for some high schoolers. I edited out the exercises I did with them as it wouldn't make sense in an audio only. You can watch the slides on YouTube and see the videos/music that I used. YouTube version - https://youtu.be/KhVRbPW5_6E Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Website - https://www.justinlmft.com
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Shame, Time-Outs, Will Smith, Evolution & More - Open Office Hour | 12 Apr 2022 | 00:55:25 | |
A discussion with a few of my BSA students that attend the monthly Open Office Hour. Take one of my courses to join the monthly Q&A and discussion. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Why is a Trauma Survivor's Vagal Brake Compromised? | 05 Apr 2022 | 00:08:41 | |
An answer to someone's question from my Building Safety Anchors discussion group. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Factors in Why We Get Addicted to One Thing vs Another | 29 Mar 2022 | 00:09:31 | |
Why do we get addicted to one thing vs another? An answer to a listener's question. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Being Pulled in Different Directions | 22 Mar 2022 | 00:12:52 | |
Answer to a listener's question. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Acting Out vs Acting In | 15 Mar 2022 | 00:06:54 | |
What is the difference between acting out and acting in? An answer to a listener's question. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| 3 Years of SNB & My Next Steps | 11 Feb 2022 | 00:12:29 | |
A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| I've Tried Everything & I am Still Numb! | 08 Feb 2022 | 00:24:58 | |
This episode is for the person that has "tried everything" and is still stuck in a defensive state. This episode specifically goes into the Polyvagal shutdown state and numbness. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Website - https://www.justinlmft.com Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| You're Thinking, Not Feeling | 25 Jan 2022 | 00:17:29 | |
Something that is keeping you stuck is thinking and not feeling.
Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Website - https://www.justinlmft.com Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Dorsal Vagal Shutdown Daily Life: Real People Share Real Experiences | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:26:05 | |
Justin Sunseri continues his exploration of the Shutdown Experiences Survey, this time discussing the results of how dorsal vagal shutdown affects people on a daily basis. How effective do people feel they are coping? How do they alter their daily lives? 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Doubt is a Normal Part of Change | 18 Jan 2022 | 00:21:19 | |
Not only is it normal, but can be used to your advantage... Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Polyvagal Safety - Book Review | 17 Jan 2022 | 00:14:12 | |
Do I think you should buy the newest book from Dr Porges, the creator of the Polyvagal Theory? It's called "Polyvagal Safety" - yeah and nah. Amazon link - https://amzn.to/3FbVXbu Polyvagal 101 - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats Neurocardiology Through the Lens of the Polyvagal Theory - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c1d025fb27e390a78569537/t/5cb67958eef1a19d9940fb5d/1555462489535/Neurocardiology+final+Porges+Kolacz.pdf Polyvagal Theory: A Biobehavioral Journey to Sociality - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666497621000436 Play as a Neural Exercise - https://olivebranchsa.com/portfolio-view/play-as-a-neural-exercise-insights-from-the-polyvagal-theory/ Vagal Pathways: Portals to Compassion - https://integratedlistening.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/porges_compassion-final-7.2016.pdf Yoga Therapy and Polyvagal Theory - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5835127/ Mindfulness-Based Movement - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5482784/ Brain-Body Connection May Ease Autistic People’s Social Problems - https://www.spectrumnews.org/opinion/viewpoint/brain-body-connection-may-ease-autistic-peoples-social-problems/ Reducing Auditory Hypersensitivities in Autistic Spectrum Disorder - https://www.researchgate.net/publication/264902145_Reducing_Auditory_Hypersensitivities_in_Autistic_Spectrum_Disorder_Preliminary_Findings_Evaluating_the_Listening_Project_Protocol The COVID-19 Pandemic is a Paradoxical Challenge - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8629069/ National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| High Stress Jobs & the Vagal Brake | 11 Jan 2022 | 00:29:45 | |
If you work in a high-stress, high-mobility job, you need to hav your safety pathways active. FREE Polyvagal eBook - https://www.justinlmft.com/signup Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Safety Cue Dependency? | 04 Jan 2022 | 00:24:14 | |
Can we get dependent on safety cues? I don't think it works that way... Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Why Therapy Has Ignored the Body | 28 Dec 2021 | 00:27:32 | |
Therapy lags when it comes to the body because it means the profession is not as special. Everyone owns and applies the Polyvagal Theory. Polyvagal 101 Virtual Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/pvt101 Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Website - https://www.justinlmft.com Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Why You Should Focus on Behavior, Not Toxicity | 21 Dec 2021 | 00:23:41 | |
A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Intimacy After Childhood Sexual Abuse History | 14 Dec 2021 | 00:26:30 | |
An answer to a Stucknaut's question about childhood sexual trauma and its impact on intimacy. YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduAkQrvmvWq2oy8aJSNcEQ Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Isolation Keeps You Stuck | 07 Dec 2021 | 00:14:40 | |
Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Parenting Without Models of Good Enough Parents | 01 Dec 2021 | 00:32:33 | |
My thoughts on a fellow Stucknaut's question about parenting without having gotten good enough parenting as a kid. Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Your Stories Keep You Stuck | 29 Nov 2021 | 00:15:33 | |
Changing your thoughts is often the focus of mental health, but it's not the core problem. The problem is the autonomic state that your thoughts are stemming from. Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Finding Polyvagal Safety When "Neurodiverse" | 21 May 2024 | 00:09:53 | |
Justin Sunseri addresses a question about neurodivergence, safety, and connection. What does safety look like for someone who is "neurodivergent"? 🔸Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess 🔸Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books 🔸Learn the Polyvagal Theory simply and for free - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagalintro 🔹I'd love your feedback! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZhfJa5_AWDN1D4zDO1nDMqs7gl0UrKpmuCqRYLmA5et08zg/viewform?usp=sf_link 00:00 Introduction: Meet Justin Sunseri 00:13 Taking a Break: Life Updates and Future Plans 00:38 Addressing Neurodivergence: Safety, Connection, and Community Q&A 01:19 Exploring Safety and Connection in Neurodivergence 02:57 Personalizing Safety: Beyond Social Norms 05:20 Embracing the Present: Safety, Connection, and Personal Growth 07:41 Conclusion and Invitation to Engage 08:36 Disclaimer and Resources 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Bad Therapy - "Get Over It" and Absolutely Awful Advice | 23 Nov 2021 | 00:26:06 | |
Heidi Rogers join Justin Sunseri to discuss more Bad Therapy examples. Listen to the prior episode for the entire 2 parter. Our episode on her podcast - https://www.heidirogers.com.au/blog/justin-sunseri-polyvagal-theory/ Heidi's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heidirogers_/ Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Bad Therapy: "I Really Needed Help!", Client Quote Book & more! | 16 Nov 2021 | 00:35:56 | |
Part 1 of 2, talking with Heidi Rogers about some bad therapy! Our episode on her podcast - https://www.heidirogers.com.au/blog/justin-sunseri-polyvagal-theory/ Heidi's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/heidirogers_/ Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Class - https://www.justinlmft.com/PVT101 Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| A Husband's Defensive State or Autism? | 27 Oct 2021 | 00:33:21 | |
I tackle a question from a listener about her husband and his defensive state... or is it autism? Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats Porges article - https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c1d025fb27e390a78569537/t/5ccdfed0652deaddf2de9c8d/1557003986618/Vagus-autism-Bauman-Kemper.pdf Link referenced - https://www.autismspeaks.org/what-are-symptoms-autism National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Can I Co-Regulate With Someone That Traumatized Me? | 19 Oct 2021 | 00:32:29 | |
This is originally an answer to a Patron on my Patreon. Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| What It's Like to be a Therapist in Government Jobs | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:41:44 | |
It's a unique experience... Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Definition | 05 Oct 2021 | 00:23:13 | |
The "Grammer Trilogy" wraps up with an episode on the importance of having accurate definitions and shared vocabulary in the process of getting unstuck. Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Website - https://www.justinlmft.com National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, webinars, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Behavior vs Biology / Polyvagal Misconceptions 3of3 | 01 Oct 2021 | 00:03:47 | |
I have a Polyvagal101 course coming up! Sign up here - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar If you like what I'm doing here on the podcast, I think you'll really enjoy the webinar. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Simile | 28 Sep 2021 | 00:24:00 | |
The role of similes in getting unstuck, noticing what's happening within you and communicating it to the self or someone else. (I recommend you listen to last week's episode before listening to this one.) Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Co-Regulation is not Just Support / Polyvagal Misconceptions 2of3 | 24 Sep 2021 | 00:03:05 | |
I have a Polyvagal101 course coming up! Sign up here - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar If you like what I'm doing here on the podcast, I think you'll really enjoy the webinar. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Metaphor | 21 Sep 2021 | 00:25:50 | |
Metaphors absolutely have a place in therapy, but they can also be a hinderance. Building Safety Anchors -https://www.justinlmft.com/bsa Polyvagal 101 Webinar - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| How Long Does Shutdown last Real People Answer (SNB 227) | 07 May 2024 | 00:22:52 | |
I share the second round of results from my Shutdown Experiences Survey, including how far away safety feels and how long people live in shutdown. Gain new language for your experiences, plus lots of validation and normalization. 00:00 Introduction to episode 227 01:32 How far away does safety feel? 06:56 How long have you been in shutdown? 10:16 How long do acute shutdown experiences last? 13:10 Personal Shutdown Stories: Voices from the Survey 20:13 Support and Resources for Navigating Shutdown 🔸Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess 🔸Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books 🔸Learn the Polyvagal Theory simply and for free - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagalintro 🔸Shutdown playlist - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0wCusCOxhNV0uWZIPt3bDvYNNh5kwnDX 🔹I'd love your feedback! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZhfJa5_AWDN1D4zDO1nDMqs7gl0UrKpmuCqRYLmA5et08zg/viewform?usp=sf_link 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Freeze & Shutdown are Not the Same Thing / Polyvagal Misconceptions 1of3 | 17 Sep 2021 | 00:03:11 | |
I have a Polyvagal101 course coming up! Sign up here - https://www.justinlmft.com/webinar If you like what I'm doing here on the podcast, I think you'll really enjoy the webinar. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Fierce Compassion from Parents | 14 Sep 2021 | 00:30:58 | |
My thoughts on a Patron's/listener's question about their adult grandchild living in the home. Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| MaleSurvivor.org Webinar | 07 Sep 2021 | 00:58:34 | |
Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Website - https://www.justinlmft.com Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Don't Get Lost in the Biology | 31 Aug 2021 | 00:16:36 | |
A segment from a long, long chat I did with Kola Adetu. Don't get lost in the biology! Learning this stuff is fun, but you're a real person with a real present moment experience. You're not just a meat robot. Full interview with Kola Adetu - https://www.instagram.com/tv/CS_S7uoqqoK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/BSA Become a $5 Patron - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCduAkQrvmvWq2oy8aJSNcEQ Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| the Equipment of a Stucknaut | 25 Aug 2021 | 00:23:58 | |
Part 3 of 3 of my Stucknaut series. Listen to the first two to catch up! Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| the Adventures & the Treasure of a Stucknaut | 17 Aug 2021 | 00:32:41 | |
Building on last week's episode - what are the adventures and the treasure of a Stucknaut? "Trauma and Memory" book - https://amzn.to/3jGI64h (link takes you to Amazon where I get a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you) Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ This week’s Patreon episode - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| the Beliefs of a Stucknaut | 10 Aug 2021 | 00:23:37 | |
Welcome fellow Stucknaut! Listen to find out what the heck that is and what some core beliefs are of a Stucknaut. Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ This week’s Patreon episode - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| A Moment That Changed Me as a Therapist | 03 Aug 2021 | 00:11:09 | |
Originally from my Patreon exclusive podcast - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft I discuss a time when I learned a valuable lesson about having healthy boundaries and positive expectations for therapy clients. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Bad Therapy - Vulgar Comment, Diabetes and Mentorship Offering | 27 Jul 2021 | 00:30:10 | |
Mercedes Corona joins me to break down three short bad therapy stories. One dealing with a vulgar piece of advice from a therapist, one dealing with maybe too much focus on diabetes and one dealing with an offering of mentorship. Interested in working with Justin as your therapist? Find out more information here - https://www.justinlmft.com/therapy Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ This week’s Patreon episode - "Mindfulness & the Polyvagal Theory" - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency
This podcast is not theray, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| Unfocused Rambling & Dismissing Trauma - Feedback Friday | 23 Jul 2021 | 00:35:10 | |
A handful of entries for this FF. I'd love to get your feedback on the podcast - what's going well and what needs work? Email justinlmft@gmail.com or send me an audio message through Instagram. website & BSA course - www.justinlmft.com Instagram - www.instagram.com/justinlmft National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Real People Share Real Shutdown Experiences | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:26:52 | |
Justin shares the felt experience results of his "Shutdown Experiences Survey." Real people in dorsal vagal shutdown share about their emotions, thoughts, and more. You will get more validation and normalization from this episode. Learn language for your shutdown experiences and ideas on what to do about it. 🔸Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess 🔸Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books 🔸Learn the Polyvagal Theory simply and for free - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagalintro 🔸SSIEC sheet download - https://www.justinlmft.com/ssiec 🔹I'd love your feedback! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZhfJa5_AWDN1D4zDO1nDMqs7gl0UrKpmuCqRYLmA5et08zg/viewform?usp=sf_link 0:00 Real People Share Real Experiences of Dorsal Vagal Shutdown (SNB 227) 01:00 the Shutdown Experiences Survey 02:43 Emotions of Shutdown 08:09 Thinking from Shutdown 11:30 Sensations of Shutdown 14:34 Impulses of Shutdown 18:06 What is it like to be in shutdown? 20:09 What's the Solution to Shutdown? 23:14 Outro 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 This and other content produced by Justin Sunseri (“JustinLMFT”) (i.e; podcast, YouTube, Instagram, etc.) is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (#99147). Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| "Butter" by BTS / Pop Culture Polyvagal | 20 Jul 2021 | 00:37:53 | |
Mercedes joins me in discussing the #1 song on the Billboard top 100 currently - "Butter" by BTS. Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ This week’s Patreon episode - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||
| "Trauma Through a Child's Eyes" Book Review | 16 Jul 2021 | 00:18:53 | |
Is it worth buying? Absolutely. This is a great reference book to own physically. Lots of large ideas and specific interventions for parents, therapists, school personnel and more. Amazon links (I will get a portion of this sale through Amazon at no extra cost to you) - Trauma Through a Child's Eyes - https://amzn.to/3r3Fa51 In An Unspoken Voice - https://amzn.to/3etroDw Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ Mentioned in this episode: SNB post-roll 3 Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast | |||
| Why is Coming Out of Shutdown So Difficult? | 13 Jul 2021 | 00:25:40 | |
Justin answers a questions from a Patron about the difficulties in coming out of shutdown, including some pieces that might be helpful. Building Safety Anchors - https://www.justinlmft.com/challenge-page/5180d0d1-fa0d-4833-8a96-b41546791435/ This week’s Patreon episode - https://www.patreon.com/justinlmft Intro/Outro music & Transition Sounds by Benjo Beats - https://soundcloud.com/benjobeats
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255 National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233 LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386 National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673 Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741 Call 911 for emergency This podcast is not therapy, not intended to be therapy or be a replacement for therapy. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health sx. Nothing in this podcast should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Mentioned in this episode: Stuck Not Broken self-regulation practice Start practicing self-regulation skills with the SNB app for free - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/app?src=podcast SNB post-roll 3 | |||