April 02, 2024

Episode 114: How Your Story Impacts Your Emotions; Fawn Response with Cathy Loerzel

58 minutes

In today's episode, Karrie and Kathy discuss the concept of fawning as a coping mechanism is introduced, highlighting the tendency to please others in order to feel safe. The fear of confrontation and the importance of maintaining autonomy in relationships are also discussed. This conversation explores the concept of fawning and its impact on vulnerability. It delves into childhood traumas and emotional triggers, highlighting the importance of understanding and tolerating these emotions. The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in regulating responses is discussed, along with the significance of story work in resetting the amygdala. The conversation also addresses the influence of religious context on fawning and the need to be aware of losing oneself. It emphasizes the power of healing and integration in the brain and the invitation to embrace and heal emotions, following Jesus' example.

Takeaways

Fawning is a coping mechanism where individuals become overly accommodating and pleasing in order to feel safe and maintain connection.

It is important to maintain autonomy in relationships and address conflicts directly rather than resorting to fawning or people-pleasing. Understanding the vulnerability behind fawning and the avoidance of personal hurt

Learning to tolerate and understand emotions to make healthier choices

Recognizing the impact of childhood traumas and emotional triggers

The importance of story work in resetting the amygdala and offering care to oneself

The role of the amygdala and prefrontal cortex in regulating responses

Being aware of losing oneself in religious contexts and setting healthy boundaries

The power of healing and integration in the brain to find shalom

Embracing and healing emotions, following Jesus' example

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