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57. Are You Functioning but Numb? How to Heal from Functional Freeze

Jennifer Bjarnson

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing all the right things, but deep down, you’re disconnected, exhausted, and stuck on autopilot, this episode is for you.

Today, we’re talking about functional freeze: the state where your nervous system is so overwhelmed that it learns to survive by shutting down your emotions, creativity, and motivation. You’re functioning, but not feeling.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through how to recognize when you’re in functional freeze, why it’s not your fault, and how to gently guide your body, mind, and energy back into safety and flow. We’ll explore the power of nervous system regulation, emotional awareness, and spiritual reconnection so you can move from surviving to thriving, one small step at a time.

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