Stop Trying to Change Your Polyvagal State. Do This Instead for True Self Regulation (SNB 259)

Discover why trying to force a change in your polyvagal state might be holding you back from true self-regulation. In this episode, therapist and coach Justin Sunseri challenges the common advice around prescriptive breathing techniques and invites you to connect with your body’s natural rhythms instead. Through insights from a live Q&A, learn how mindful awareness and listening to your body can lead to genuine calm, balance, and lasting change—without counting breaths or forcing a state shift.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Introduction to Inner Balance
0:39 – The Power of Natural Breathing
2:02 – Critique of Prescriptive Breathing
3:53 – Connecting with Your Body’s Needs
5:03 – The Body’s Natural Self-Regulation
11:05 – Creating Optimal Conditions for Self-Regulation
15:02 – Final Thoughts and Invitation

Resources:
🔸 Free resources and course in the Members Center - https://www.justinlmft.com/members
🔸 Join the Unstucking Academy - https://www.justinlmft.com/unstucking...
🔸 Polyvagal Intro webpage - https://www.justinlmft.com/polyvagali...

Crisis Resources:
National Suicide Prevention Hotline - 1 (800) 273-8255
National Domestic Violence Hotline -1 (800) 799-7233
LGBT Trevor Project Lifeline - 1 (866) 488-7386
National Sexual Assault Hotline - 1 (800) 656-4673
Crisis Text Line - Text “HOME” to 741741
Call 911 for emergency

Disclaimer: 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. Nothing in this creates or indicates a therapeutic relationship. Please consult with your therapist or seek for one in your area if you are experiencing mental health symptoms. Nothing should be construed to be specific life advice; it is for educational and entertainment purposes only.

Justin Sunseri is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist registered in the State of California (99147).
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