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Stage Fright and Polyvagal Theory: how to Anchor in Safety and Overcome it
Manage episode 406056995 series 2504076
The Polyvagal Theory is not a solution, but a scientific understanding of our biological reactions. So, how does the PVT apply to stage fright? What Polyvagal states are occurring and what can you do about it?
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:46 Understanding Performance Anxiety and Polyvagal Theory
02:39 The Science Behind Stage Fright
04:45 Exploring the Freeze Reaction
06:14 Factors Contributing to Performance Anxiety
10:22 Strategies to Overcome Performance Anxiety
15:50 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
16:25 Disclaimer and Additional Resources
🔸Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
🔸Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸Learn the Polyvagal Theory simply and for free - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagalintro or Polyvagal 101 podcast series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
🔹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
🔜 Shutdown to Stillness cohort - https://www.justinlmft.com/courses/shutdown-to-stillness
Crisis resources:
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
- National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
- LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
- National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
- Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
- Call 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).
Mentioned in this episode:
Book 1 & Shutdown to Stillness
Purchase SNB: Book 1 here - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Learn about Shutdown to Stillness here - https://www.justinlmft.com/courses/shutdown-to-stillness
299 episodes
Manage episode 406056995 series 2504076
The Polyvagal Theory is not a solution, but a scientific understanding of our biological reactions. So, how does the PVT apply to stage fright? What Polyvagal states are occurring and what can you do about it?
00:00 Introduction and Background
00:46 Understanding Performance Anxiety and Polyvagal Theory
02:39 The Science Behind Stage Fright
04:45 Exploring the Freeze Reaction
06:14 Factors Contributing to Performance Anxiety
10:22 Strategies to Overcome Performance Anxiety
15:50 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
16:25 Disclaimer and Additional Resources
🔸Total Access Membership of trauma recovery courses and community - https://www.justinlmft.com/totalaccess
🔸Free ebook, "Trauma & the Polyvagal Paradigm" when you sign up for my email list - https://www.justinlmft.com/books
🔸Learn the Polyvagal Theory simply and for free - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagalintro or Polyvagal 101 podcast series - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0
🔹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
🔜 Shutdown to Stillness cohort - https://www.justinlmft.com/courses/shutdown-to-stillness
Crisis resources:
- National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
- National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
- LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
- National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
- Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
- Call 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).
Mentioned in this episode:
Book 1 & Shutdown to Stillness
Purchase SNB: Book 1 here - https://www.justinlmft.com/snb1 Learn about Shutdown to Stillness here - https://www.justinlmft.com/courses/shutdown-to-stillness
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