48. The Hidden Cost of Shutdown: How to Find Your Way Back (You Asked, We Answered!)

Ever felt like you’ve hit an emotional dead end? Like no matter how much you want to move forward, your body just won’t cooperate? That’s not laziness or lack of willpower — that’s your shutdown response. And it’s more common (and more misunderstood) than you think.

In this episode of Start Thriving, I’m diving deep into what’s really happening when your nervous system goes offline — and how to gently find your way back to safety and connection.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:
💡 The key difference between the freeze response and full-on shutdown — and why it matters
💔 How early experiences of emotional neglect shape your adult relationships and self-worth
🔍 Why isolation fuels shutdown — and the surprising way connection helps you heal
✨ Practical, science-backed strategies to reawaken your emotional world and break free from trauma loops
🤝 The role of self-regulation and co-regulation in rebuilding trust and safety in your body

This episode isn’t just theory — it’s a lifeline. If you’re stuck in a place of numbness, overwhelm, or disconnection, there’s a way out. And it starts with understanding the language of your nervous system.

🎧 Ready to take that first step toward healing? Listen now and start reconnecting — with yourself, your body, and the people who love you.

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