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Justin is a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist that is obsessed with the Polyvagal Theory and applying it to everyday life - mental health, trauma, education, parenting and more. (Justin S...
In this episode, Justin Sunseri sits down with Erick Cloward, host of the Stoic Coffee Break podcast, for a deep dive into the Stoic practic...
The Polyvagal Theory has transformed how we understand the nervous system—but somewhere along the way, it became a wellness industry bandwag...
When your partner is in shutdown, you're not just watching it happen—you're in it too. This episode is for the partners who feel like they'r...
EMDR is everywhere — but do you know what's actually helpful? Or if it is at all? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) has b...
A paper co-authored by 39 scientists called the Polyvagal Theory "untenable" — and now psychology influencers are announcing the Theory is "...
Is your self-help routine actually making things worse? The self-help industry has one answer for everything: do more. More habits, more dis...
Stop forcing yourself to relive the most painful moments of your life before your body is ready to handle them. Traditional therapy often sk...
Justin Sunseri dives deep into the paradox of meditation and anxiety. If you've ever felt that meditation or breathing exercises make you mo...
Does a mental health diagnosis explain why you are suffering, or does it just give your suffering a name? In this episode, I challenge the t...
What if I told you that your ability to practice Stoicism isn't just about willpower or mindset—but about the actual physiological state of...
There's more to me than Polyvagal Theory—I'm also a dad. And sometimes the best lessons come from the most unexpected places... like watchin...
"That was a long time ago. I don't think it affects me anymore." Have you ever said this about something from your past? In this deeply pers...
A balloon floated down from the hotel ceiling. My son said, "Hit it back." I was sitting on a bench, quietly processing—reflecting on a loud...
When your spouse is dysregulated, shut down, or lashing out in anger—what's really happening? And more importantly, what can YOU do about it...
Two years ago, I said AI couldn't replace therapists. I was wrong—about the technology, anyway. In late 2025, AI can now see you, hear your...
Have you ever wished for a daily guide on your nervous system regulation journey? One that offers structure without being overwhelming, and...
Is nervous system regulation a natural skill or a conscious effort? In this episode, we delve into the skill of pendulation—the mindful shif...
Have you ever left a therapy session feeling completely wiped out, as if you've run a marathon you didn't train for? It's a common experienc...
Justin Sunseri challenges the widely accepted (and often ineffective) ways we understand and manage our emotions. He makes a bold claim: the...
Unlock a deeper understanding of shame, anger, and the polyvagal theory in this episode! Justin Sunseri answers a listener’s question about...
A viewer asked about TRE exercises that seemed to help with anxiety but left them feeling numb and disconnected. In this episode, I break do...
Feeling overwhelmed by complex breathing techniques and counting methods? In this episode, I share why your body already knows how to breath...
Feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list? I share three practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and finally get things done. Learn how to fin...
Learn how the Polyvagal Theory helps explain healthy boundaries through a combination of safety and sympathetic activation. Episode Introduc...
Discover why trying to force a change in your polyvagal state might be holding you back from true self-regulation. In this episode, therapis...
What’s the real difference between “fawn” and “appease”? Therapist Justice Sunseri breaks down these trauma responses, how they relate to Po...
Feeling stuck in old patterns or chronic anxiety? In this episode, you'll hear Janie's inspiring story of moving from a lifelong freeze stat...
A listener shares his struggles with anxiety and attachment issues following a recent breakup. At age 17, Chuck's relationship triggered int...
Eva shares her powerful recovery from a Polyvagal shutdown state. She discusses her experiences, valuable insights, and practical tips that...
What is neuroception, and what do you do with it? This fourth installment in a five-part series focuses on comprehending and applying neuroc...
💟 Join the Unstucking Academy - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/unstuckingacademy Justin Sunseri delves into the Safe and Sound Protocol (SS...
Justin Sunseri reviews 'Safe and Sound' by Steven Porges and Karen Onderko. The book delves into the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP), offering...
In this episode of 'Stuck Not Broken,' therapist and coach Justin Sunseri provides practical guidance on applying Polyvagal Theory to everyd...
Justin dives into the second tip of understanding your polyvagal state - increasing passive safety cues via your environment. Learn how to b...
Understand and identify your polyvagal primary and mixed states. This episode covers connection, escape, aggression, collapse, play, motivat...
Justin Sunseri explains the concept of dorsal vagal shutdown, a state of immobilization and resource conservation in the face of life threat...
Justin Sunseri discusses transitioning from a prolonged state of shutdown to experiencing freeze. He explains the differences between shutdo...
Justin Sunseri tackles a common belief among his clients—the necessity of identifying the root cause of anxiety, anger, or depression to add...
In this episode of Stuck Not Broken, therapist and coach Justin Sunseri explores how understanding and embracing the different states of you...
This episode provides a platform for survey participants to offer encouragement, personal insights, and advice to those also experiencing sh...
Therapist and Coach Justin Sunseri explores how crying fits into the Polyvagal Theory. He shares insights from a private community meetup ab...
You're likely trying many things to feel mentally and emotionally better, but are they all effective? Learn to put your efforts into 4 diffe...
Let's examine two unasked questions: “What do I feel?” and “How do I know I feel that way?” These questions lie at the heart of understandin...
Justin Sunseri shares an inspiring story from Macy to demonstrate effective self-regulation out of the Polyvagal state of shutdown. He explo...
Are you transitioning from a shutdown state to sympathetic mobilization? I address the common emotions of frustration, irritation, and anger...
What supports do real people in shutdown find the most helpful? And how many supports do they try? This is part 4 of the Shutdown Experience...
Let's practice validating! Can you validate the sensations, emotions, impulses, cognitions, and Polyvagal state in this story? 00:00 Introdu...
Join therapist and coach Justin Sunseri as he delves into emotional validation and its role in self-regulation. Learn the first lesson from...
Why do you get obsessive, ruminating, or scattered thinking? Justin Sunseri answers this question through the lens of the Polyvagal Theory....
Therapist and coach Justin Sunseri addresses a YouTube comment regarding persistent hyperarousal and difficulty accessing a state of ventral...