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Family, Trauma, and Survival: Why You Disassociate and How to Stop(130)


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In this episode, the team is diving into the challenges of dealing with difficult family dynamics, focusing on the difference between disassociation and stunt doubling. The hosts share stories about how overwhelming situations, especially with family, can lead to shutting down emotionally or "faking it" just to get through. They explain how disassociation can protect us in moments of stress but can also lead to deeper problems, while stunt doubling is a conscious choice to stay present without fully opening up. They are letting you in on ways to get through these tough moments, helping you find balance between staying true to yourselves and protecting their mental well-being.

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Chapters

00:00:00 - When to Show Up or Fake It: Intro to Stunt Doubling vs. Disassociation
00:01:13 - Panic on the Road: How Family Stress Can Lead to Disassociation
00:02:42 - Disassociation: The Mind’s Escape Hatch We All Use
00:04:15 - Driving Blind: Personal Stories of Emotional Shut Down
00:07:59 - Stunt Doubling: Why Pretending Might Save Your Relationships
00:11:08 - The Battle Between Authenticity and Survival
00:15:16 - Culture and Disassociation: Are We All Just Numb?
00:18:18 - Stunt Doubling: A Strategy for Emotional Survival
00:21:42 - Finding Safety: A Client’s Journey Through Stunt Doubling
00:23:51 - How to Stunt Double Without Losing Yourself
00:26:34 - Navigating Life’s Stressful Moments: When to Stunt Double vs. Disassociate
00:31:18 - Core Emotion Wheel: The Tool That Keeps You Grounded
00:34:50 - Wrapping Up: Tools and Insights for Navigating Family Dynamics

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