Episode
Why Meditation May Not Work Well for People in Freeze
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- Stuck Not Broken
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- Feb 24, 2026
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- 1211
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Summary
Justin Sunseri dives deep into the paradox of meditation and anxiety. If you've ever felt that meditation or breathing exercises make you more anxious, you're not alone—and you're definitely not broken. Justin explains how your nervous system might be signaling for a different approach, especially for those who experience freeze dominance. 🌸 What You'll Learn: Why freeze types often need movement instead of stillness The three reasons you might experience anxiety after safety practices How to work within your capacity and avoid overwhelming your system Movement-based alternatives to traditional meditation Understanding the "thawing" process and what to expect 🌸 Resources Mentioned: Stuck Not Broken: Book 2 (available now) - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/books Stuck Not Broken: Book 3 (coming mid-2026) Free Mindful Moments sessions in the Calendar - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/c/calendar/ Unstucking Academy community - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/unstuckingacademy 🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-page It helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card. 🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help 🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0 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. Nothi…