Caroline Strawson
Caroline Strawson
How To Break Out Of A Freeze Response
How To Break Out Of A Freeze Response
How To Break Out Of A Freeze Response
Tuesday 16th April 2024
Learn how to break out of a freeze response and reconnect with the world in this episode of The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast with Caroline Strawson.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding what a freeze response is and its effects on your body and mind.
- Practical ways to break out of a freeze response and feel more present.
- The Voo Breath technique to bring energy back into your body.
- How covert narcissistic abuse can lead to a functional freeze state.
- Recognising and addressing dissociation in everyday life.
I was totally dissociated from my world. It looked like I was present, but I was living in a world of functional freeze
Ever felt like you're present but not really there? This episode of The Narcissistic Abuse & Trauma Recovery Podcast dives into the 'freeze response' - a survival mechanism that can leave you feeling disconnected from reality. Host Caroline Strawson, a seasoned trauma therapist, shares her personal experience of living in a functional freeze for decades due to covert narcissistic abuse.
She explains how this response is a natural reaction to perceived danger and offers practical techniques to break free from it. One standout method discussed is the 'Voo Breath', a breathing technique designed to bring energy back into your body and help you feel more present. Caroline's candid reflections and expert advice provide a comforting guide for anyone feeling stuck in a freeze response.
Tune in to understand how to restore your old self and reconnect with the world around you.