The freeze response, tonic immobility in sharks, and what to do about it (unless you're being hunted by an Orca)

Osher describes how yesterday he discovered an underlying freeze response which he didn’t realise was playing havoc with his life.‌Join him for an exploration in to how if we’re not in “fight” or “flight” we can become immobile, literally frozen and unable to speak.‌(He also manages to work the hunting habits of South African Killer Whales into this conversation, which was a nice surprise. You won’t believe their favourite snack).‌Former, you might find these episodes interesting to listen to nextMental Health, Give us a wave‌The link between Childhood Sexual Trauma and Adult Mental Illnesswith Associate Prof Emma Jane‌Keeping mentally healthy online with Nat's What I Reckon and FlexMami (live at Meta HQ)‌To get on the mailing list and explore other episodes, got tooshergunsberg.comLeave a comment or DM on Insta @osher_gunsbergTo support the show, simply share it, subscribe, review and rate wherever you can.Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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With every new day comes the opportunity to grow. Hosted by Osher Günsberg - a best-selling author, podcaster, TV host, husband, dad, stepdad, electric mobility enthusiast and part-time climate worrier. This podcast is here to help make today better than yesterday. Since 2013, the show has set out to improve life for you and the people you love. Sometimes it’s authentic conversations. Sometimes we’ll unpack the news or hear how Osher deals with life as a sober person with a different brain. But you’ll always hear something you need to hear (and laugh while you do). Listen to feel less alone, build better habits and discover some solution-based approaches for when life gets tricky.