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Scenario

Why you freeze when authority figures get angry

I freeze completely when my boss raises his voice even slightly and I cannot speak or move until he leaves the room.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The nervous system activates ancient protection patterns that override present-moment choice and response.

Your guide for this
Patan
Patan works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Polyvagal theory in practice?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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