Stuck Not Broken

Justin Sunseri
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Stuck Not Broken

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)

  1. SEP 25

    Can YOU validate her Polyvagal state, emotions, sensations, impulses, and cognitions?

    Let's practice validating! Can you validate the sensations, emotions, impulses, cognitions, and Polyvagal state in this story? 00:00 Introduction to Validation 00:07 Understanding Validation 01:01 Domains of Validation 01:45 Introducing the SSIEC Tool 03:18 Story of Maria 04:23 Analyzing Emotions and Cognitions 06:31 Exploring Sensations and Impulses 09:27 Polyvagal State Analysis 15:20 Conclusion and Resources 🔸Download the SSIEC sheet - https://www.justinlmft.com/ssiec 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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.)

    17 min

  2. SEP 18

    Understanding and Validating Dorsal Vagal Shutdown

    Join therapist and coach Justin Sunseri as he delves into emotional validation and its role in self-regulation. Learn the first lesson from his course, Shutdown to Stillness, which focuses on compassionately validating and acknowledging your emotions as a critical step towards inner peace and self-regulation. Validation can lead to normalization and even permitting your emotions to be. 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Invalidation 01:27 Understanding Shutdown and Stillness 01:47 The Autonomic Nervous System Overview 04:35 Experiences of Shutdown 05:21 The Importance of Stillness 06:04 Combining Safety and Shutdown 07:50 Validating Shutdown 13:44 Self-Reflection 15:31 Conclusion and Course Information 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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.)

    16 min

  3. SEP 10

    Polyvagal Freeze, Obsessions, Scattered Thinking, & Other Cognitions

    Why do you get obsessive, ruminating, or scattered thinking? Justin Sunseri answers this question through the lens of the Polyvagal Theory. He explains freeze and then describes how that results in cognitive shifts. 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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).

    13 min

  4. AUG 9

    Breaking the Cycle: How to Access Safety When You're Always in Defense (SNB 234)

    Therapist and coach Justin Sunseri addresses a YouTube comment regarding persistent hyperarousal and difficulty accessing a state of ventral vagal safety. Justin discusses various perspectives and advice from members of his private community, highlighting the importance of small steps, connections with others, and mindful practices. The episode emphasizes the necessity of both internal and external sources of safety, including co-regulation with others and individual sensory experiences. Justin also mentions approaches like validating emotions, normalizing experiences, and incremental exposure to safety cues as critical components to overcoming emotional dysregulation. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:16 Reading a YouTube Comment 03:15 Community Insights: Karen's Advice 12:36 Community Insights: Flo's Journey 17:08 Community Insights: Love Day's Experience 19:20 Community Insights: Mandy's Perspective 23:37 Understanding Co-Regulation 24:20 Professional vs. Friendly Co-Regulation 25:17 Using Co-Regulation Mindfully 26:19 Alternative Ways to Co-Regulate 27:35 Reconnecting with Others 29:10 Community Insights on Co-Regulation 30:21 Addressing Defensive State Activation 34:43 Personalizing Your Approach 43:13 Next Steps and Resources 45:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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).

    47 min

  5. JUL 16

    Thaw the Freeze Trauma Response: a Polyvagal-Informed Approach

    Learn what the Freeze trauma response is, the dangers of addressing it head-on, and how to start coming out of it. 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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).

    14 min

  6. JUL 9

    No, Allowing Dorsal Vagal Shutdown Doesn't Reinforce It (Unless...)

    Join therapist and coach Justin Sunseri as he addresses a key question from his private community about transitioning from dorsal vagal shutdown to sympathetic flight fight activation. In this episode of 'Stuck Not Broken,' Justin delves into the Polyvagal Theory, explaining how to safely navigate these states without reinforcing a shutdown pattern. He also provides insights into his upcoming book and exclusive cohort 'Shutdown to Stillness.' Learn how to live with more calm, confidence, and connection while enhancing your self-regulation skills. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:57 Understanding Shutdown and Sympathetic Activation 03:12 The Role of Safety in Navigating Shutdown 07:50 Practical Steps to Move from Shutdown to Mobilization 10:42 Addressing Concerns and Misconceptions 15:42 Updates on the Book and Future Plans 20:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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).

    12 min

  7. JUN 26

    Can ANYBODY self-regulate and recover from trauma?

    Justin Sunseri addresses whether everyone can recover from trauma by accessing their Polyvagal safety state. He explains the nuances, emphasizing the importance of context, co-regulation, and healthy attachments. 0:00 Can Anybody Self-Regulate and Recover from Trauma? 01:43 Introduction to Safety Anchors and UDS 02:08 Exploring the Concept of Safety Anchors 03:53 The Role of Co-Regulation in Safety 04:33 Challenges of Practicing Alone 05:01 Building a Supportive Environment 06:46 Barriers to Achieving Safety 07:54 Impact of Personal Growth on Relationships 🔹Join my Email list and get StucknautBot! - https://stucknotbroken.ck.page/stucknautbot 🔹SNB: Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess 🔹Polyvagal Trauma Relief System - https://www.justinlmft.com/traumarelief 🔹Polyvagal Intro - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagalintro 🔹I'd love your feedback! - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZhfJa5_AWDN1D4zDO1nDMqs7gl0UrKpmuCqRYLmA5et08zg/viewform?usp=sf_link 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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).

    12 min

  8. JUN 11

    Self-Regulation: Should you challenge your safety state?

    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? 📘 Stuck Not Broken: Book 1 - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Total Access Membership - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess Crisis resources: National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741Call 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 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).

    14 min
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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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  • Creator
    Justin Sunseri
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    297
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Justin Sunseri
  • Show Website
    Stuck Not Broken

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