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💟 Join the Unstucking Academy - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/unstuckingacademyJustin Sunseri delves into the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) with Dr. Stephen Porges, the originator of the Polyvagal Theory, and Karen Onderko, co-author of the new book "Safe and Sound." Discover how SSP, a unique therapy using specifically filtered music, can help alleviate anxiety, depression, and sensory sensitivities by enhancing the nervous system's ability to experience safety. The discussion covers the science behind SSP, its clinical evidence, and its benefits for various conditions from autism to trauma. An insightful conversation that explores the potential of SSP as a neural exercise to aid in healing and resilience.Buy the book now - https://amzn.to/4cJ7f9I (Purchasing through this link will give me a portion of the sale at no extra cost to you)00:00 Intro to Stuck Not Broken01:52 What is the Safe and Sound Protocol?04:29 What is the evidence for SSP? 08:31 What is the music of SSP?17:10 SSP and neuroplasticity19:22 Neural exercises, building safety, and SSP26:50 Trauma narratives and SSP28:50 Safety can lead to defense31:35 Who is SSP for?33:07 Autism and SSP39:39 SSP and co-regulation41:38 Skepticism of SSP47:07 Why not Safe and Sight or Safe and Smell?52:18 Is SSP a cure-all?57:44 Final thoughts and kindness59:12 SSP on the community level01:01:41 Department of Defense research grant01:04:05 Outro to Stuck Not Broken🌸 Not sure which stuck state you're in? Recognize where you're at and join the free community here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/stuck?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=stuck-pageIt helps you recognize your state. It never tells you what you are. No quiz, no verdict, no card.🤩 Ready to go deeper? Explore resources at every price point here - https://www.stucknotbroken.com/how-i-can-help-you?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=how-i-can-help🙂 Don't know the Polyvagal Theory? Catch up here - https://player.captivate.fm/collection/cce134e7-1550-4d33-8e56-738d344c63b0This 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).Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast! When you do, you will immediately get the next episode as soon as it's available. What's better than having the next episode of SNB ready and waiting for you? (Nothing, that's what.)Mentioned in this episode:Naming Your StucknessNot sure which stuck state you're in? That's normal, and more common than you'd think. I made a free page that lays the stuck states out in plain language so you can find words for what you're experiencing. No quiz, no email just to look:
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