Ever feel instantly stressed, on edge, or want to run or freeze, but you’re not facing an obvious danger? Sometimes, that powerful fight, flight, or freeze response gets triggered by a misinterpretation of signals from your body to your brain.

Think of it this way: your body is constantly sending information about its internal state – a slightly faster heartbeat after coffee, a bit of muscle tension from sitting too long, a gurgle in your stomach. When we’re prone to stress or anxiety, our brains can sometimes misread these neutral signals as signs of threat.

That little heart flutter gets flagged as “danger!” leading to a surge of adrenaline. That muscle tension screams “attack!” triggering a defensive posture. That stomach rumble feels like “something is wrong!” fueling anxiety.

It’s like your body’s internal messaging system is a bit fuzzy, and your brain jumps to conclusions, activating a full-blown stress response when it’s not actually needed. Learning to clarify these internal messages – to discern a harmless signal from a genuine alarm – is a crucial step in managing stress and calming that overactive fight, flight, or freeze response.

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***For educational purposes only. This discussion is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare professional for your individual needs.***