When we experience high levels of stress, the body activates the fight-or-flight response, preparing us to either confront or flee from a perceived threat. However, if neither of these options feels possible, the body may enter a third response: freeze.
In the freeze state, stress levels rise, breathing becomes shallow, and muscles tighten, leaving us feeling immobilized or numb. While this reaction is meant to protect us, it can leave us feeling stuck and unable to take action.
Judging or shaming this natural survival response only amplifies the stress. To move through it, we need to help the body feel safe again — and one powerful way to do that is through myofascial release.
Myofascial release helps break the freeze response by assisting individuals to re-connect with their body, release held tension, and signal to the body that it is safe to relax and move forward again.
If you are in Kelowna, feeling stuck in a freeze response, reach out to schedule an appointment today!
