Understanding Body Shutdown Responses

Bottom of the Ladder: When Your Body Hits the Brakes <break time="2.0s" /> “What happens when fight or flight

stops feeling possible? <break time="1.0s" /> Your oldest survival system kicks in: Shutdown. <break time="2.0s" /> This is when your

body feels like it’s made of lead, getting out of bed feels impossible, you zone out,

go blank, or feel like you’re watching life from far away. <break time="2.0s" /> It’s not laziness.

It’s your system pulling the emergency brake to conserve energy and protect you. <break time="2.0s" />

If this feels familiar, be gentle with yourself today. Your body thinks it’s saving your

life. <break time="2.0s" /> 👉 If you needed this reminder, like, follow,

and share this with someone who’s hard on themselves.”