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Stuck Not Broken

Justin Sunseri
Polyvagal Theory
Trauma Recovery
Mental Health
Sadness
Freeze State
Dysregulation
Emotion
Therapy
Emotional Regulation
Behavioral Adaptations
Flight-Fight Activation
Shame
Co-Regulation
Ventral Vagal Safety State
Panic Attacks
Deb Dana
Performance Anxiety
Negative Coping Skills
SSIEC
Cognition

Stuck Not Broken is the first podcast built on clearly teaching the Polyvagal Theory and applying it to your trauma recovery process. Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist that makes the science of connection easily understood and accessible to anyone. He created the Polyvagal Trauma Relief System and is the author of Trauma & The Polyvagal Paradigm. (Justin Sunseri, LMFT99147)

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Is nervous system regulation a natural skill or a conscious effort? In this episode, we delve into the skill of pendulation—the mindful shift between safety and defense—and explore why it appears effortless for some but feels impossible for others.

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Have you ever left a therapy session feeling completely wiped out, as if you've run a marathon you didn't train for? It's a common experience, but it isn't the goal of effective therapy. That feeling of depletion is a critical signal from your body t... more

Justin Sunseri challenges the widely accepted (and often ineffective) ways we understand and manage our emotions. He makes a bold claim: the common wisdom you've been taught about your feelings is likely wrong. Drawing from client conversations and h... more

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Unlock a deeper understanding of shame, anger, and the polyvagal theory in this episode! Justin Sunseri answers a listener’s question about navigating difficult emotions, pendulation, and the importance of safety in healing. Whether you’re a therapis... more

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Justin Sunseri
A Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, Justin Sunseri is a therapist and coach who helps individuals navigate their trauma recovery process through the application of Polyvagal Theory. He emphasizes a calm and connected approach, making complex psychological concepts more relatable.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 561 ratings
  • No fluff

    I appreciate this podcast for the real rawness of it and the no fluff approach to talking about trauma, what it is; how it affects us and it comes from a real person who has gone / going through it

    This is my favourite podcast for my healing journey

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jenn.schmitz
    Canada5 months ago
  • Life Changer!!

    Absolute life changer for me! I was in a constant cycle of flight, fight, shutdown and then it would take days to get back to any feeling of safety only for the cycle to repeat. The Safety Anchors saved me! Having a list of Safety Anchors helped reassure me that I had a way out. I could see hope in that list. I can’t recommend this podcast and course enough. The information is powerful and life changing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Birdie Jacobs
    United States5 months ago
  • Love the content - Mercedes not so much

    I stumbled upon this podcast and somehow started at episode 166… then I realized I missed the beginning - specifically, important ground work being laid.

    I am not a therapist. I am a patient, married, no kids and a trauma survivor. I am actively in therapy with a therapist that aligns with the polyvagal theory. I have been in therapy for all of my adult life (23 years) and since finding a therapist that applies this theory to her practice, I feel I have done so much learning and growing. More s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amanda M1233345677
    United States2 years ago
  • Simple. Straightforward. Easy to Understand

    Thank you for sticking to the talking points that really drive the lesson home. Love this. Listening in my car while I wait in the school pick up line and I love that I get to finish an episode because they’re short.

    Thank you! Keep bringing these.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Del@Lee
    Australia2 years ago
  • Love the style and information!

    I enjoy how Justin combine scientific theory and his own experiences/observations/etc. As a therapist myself, I find the show very informative and easy to listen to. It is so empowering and I definitely would recommend some of my clients to give it a listen, I think they can benefit from it a lot. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shan-usa
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its clear explanations of complex psychological concepts and actionable advice for personal growth.
Many praise the content for being relatable and applicable, especially in relation to trauma recovery and emotional regulation.
There are mixed feelings about the host's style, with some finding it engaging while others express discomfort with certain aspects of the presentation.

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Why You Feel Drained After Therapy (and How to Fix it)
Q: How can you tell that you've reached your system's capacity?
The prompt encourages listeners to reflect on their personal experience of recognizing their limits.
Safety First: Why Prescribed "Trauma Exercises" Can Backfire
Q: Can you shed light on what happened to me?
Justin explains the importance of understanding one's current state rather than simply trying to revert back to fight or flight.
Self-Regulation & Mindful Breathing: What if it Was Easier?
Q: How do you use breath when traversing the Polyvagal experiences?
Breath should be allowed to come naturally, and one intentional breath can be used to anchor into safety, rather than counting breaths.
Finding Safety: Janie's Journey from Freeze to Connection
Q: What is one piece of direct, easy, practical advice that you could give to someone who's stuck?
I would say reach out for a stuck-nut buddy, reach out for somebody to have regular conversations with about this stuff.
Breaking Free: How Small Changes Transformed Eva's Shutdown into Connection
Q: What was did you take immediate action to get help, or what? What was the first thing you did?
Eva took immediate action by naming her state, learning about the Polyvagal Theory, which helped her understand that her body was protecting her rather than being broken.

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