Get Unstuck: Navigating Freeze Responses + Intuition with Britt Frank
Summary
Afraid you’ll freeze when in danger or in an awkward social situation?
Returning guest, Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP and Mandi discuss the often-overlooked freeze response, exploring its biological basis and the associated feelings of shame. They highlight that freezing is a natural, uncontrollable reaction and stress the importance of self-compassion and preparation.
Britt introduces concepts from her workbook, and then emphasizes listening to one's intuition and building trust in oneself to manage responses more effectively, providing a compassionate and empowering perspective on staying safer mentally.
Lessons Learned
Freeze Response: Understand that freezing is a natural, uncontrollable reaction, not a conscious choice.
Self-Compassion: Emphasize the importance of self-compassion when dealing with freeze responses.
Preparation: Focus on preparing to minimize the likelihood of freezing, though it cannot be entirely prevented.
Intuition: Learn to listen to and trust your intuition to better navigate potentially unsafe situations.
Workbook Insights: Utilize Britt Frank’s workbook for practical exercises tailored to individual learning styles.
Recovery Strategies: Develop strategies to recover from a freeze response effectively.
Biological Reality: Recognize that freeze responses are biological and not indicative of personal failure.
Training: Acknowledge that even with training, freeze responses can occur, and it’s essential to be kind to oneself.
Holistic Approach: Address anxiety, procrastination, relationships, and boundaries as part of a comprehensive mental health strategy.
Resources
Britt Frank’s Books: The Science of Stuck / The Getting Unstuck Workbook
Movie mentioned: Inside Out by Pixar
Website: Britt Frank’s website with books: scienceofstuck.com
Social Media: Britt Frank’s Instagram: @britfrank
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