Let's Talk About Love, Sex & Infidelity

#235 | The Truth About Your "Broken" Self: It's Just Nervous System Overload


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In this powerful episode of the Let's Talk About Love, Sex and Infidelity podcast, I'm going to share why those moments when you freeze up, explode, or feel emotionally flooded aren't signs that you're broken – they're actually your nervous system trying to protect you. Through my years of experience as a therapist, I've seen countless individuals and couples transform their relationships once they understand what's really happening in their body during these challenging moments.

In this episode, you'll discover:

- Why your "fight, flight, or freeze" responses aren't character flaws, but natural protective mechanisms rooted in your nervous system

- The fascinating science behind the vagus nerve and how it influences your reactions in relationships

- Real-life stories of transformation, including how one client overcame his inability to speak to adults through understanding and rewiring his nervous system

- Practical techniques to help you and your partner move from triggering each other to creating a safe, connected relationship

If you've ever wondered "what's wrong with me?" during relationship conflicts, this episode will give you a completely new perspective on your reactions and provide hope for lasting change. I'll share both the science and the solutions in my warm, accessible style, helping you understand that you're not broken – you're just need tools to help your nervous system regulate in healthier ways.

Ready to transform your relationship? Don't miss my special offer for my "From Bickering and Escalating to Connecting and Loving" program, where you'll learn exactly how to put these insights into practice with your partner.

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Todd Creager, LCSW, LMFT

Todd is a sex expert and therapist in Huntington Beach. He provides relationship coaching to couples throughout the world and in Orange County including Irvine, Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Seal Beach and Long Beach. (714) 848-2288.

You can find more tips and resources from Todd Creager at: https://toddcreager.com


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