Now, a final broad theme was all about sex.
Call Tag: relationship
Choices about sexual partners. How do I work with this?
I’m 51 and in a loving relationship for 11 years. I’ve since the start, had my nervous system going into a hypervigilant mode around my partner’s involvement with his ex and his kids, which feels like a big threat to my internal safety. It’s all above board in doing the right thing from his part. I think I’ve got complex PTSD from being exposed to this regularly. I was born breached with hip joints not developed properly and was put into a contraption for a few early weeks and I never cried and I slept a lot and I wasn’t interested in feeding. Freeze? Any advice?
And, then the last thing here, bodywork.
In today’s call, Irene gives the example of stubbing her toe and how to work through that in body orienting. Can you please give an example of something happening more emotional than physical and how to work through that in the body? For example, getting into an argument with a spouse or other family member. I feel very triggered by things my spouse says or does, and I know it’s because of my dysregulated nervous system, so I’d like some tips on how to recognize that and release the ball from the pool.
What are ways to help myself come out of freeze, please? My body has a very strong tendency to freeze without trying to fight or flight first. I’m taking medication for 14 months and psychotherapy for 21 months, and still this pattern is in full swing. I dedicated the whole 13 months being on sick leave to work on my complex trauma. How much longer could this take? Of course, I know it’s individual, but what are rough numbers from your experience
Will improved nervous system regulation help alleviate social anxiety and naturally make it easier to socially engage with people?