Understanding Burnout
Burnout can often be managed with rest and self-care, but functional freeze requires deeper introspection and emotional engagement. It's crucial to differentiate between genuine calmness and disassociation, as true emotional experiences are essential for healing. Emotions only need to be felt for a brief moment, and reconnecting with the body is key to moving through these challenging states.In this clip
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404. It May Not Be Burnout: Functional Freeze + Your Nervous System
Related Questions
What does it mean to be in a functional freeze state and/or be chronically stressed, and what are the effects of this as discussed in the episode #130: Healing Our Nervous System with Nicole Lohse and the clip Stuck Off State? What are the best practices for self-care and stress resilience during this time?
After experiencing a burnout years ago, my central nervous system struggles to regulate properly. Sometimes I'm in fight or flight mode without any reason, and then suddenly switch to rest and digest mode just by standing up.