Why do intrusive thoughts feel so terrifying? How do you actually build capacity instead of just trying to stay calm? In this month’s Q&A, Britt answers your most honest questions—about expanding nervous system capacity, receiving support without shame, understanding intrusive thoughts through a somatic lens, navigating abandonment wounds, and what support through grief really looks like. She breaks down how trauma lives in the body, why activation isn’t the problem, and how titration, co-regulation, and reducing background stress gently increase resilience over time. Plus, learn red and green flags you can look for if you’re interested in working with a somatic practitioner! This episode offers practical education, emotional reassurance, and grounded tools to help you feel less alone in your patterns and more empowered in your healing.

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Q&A: Intrusive Thoughts, Expanding Capacity & Learning to Receive Support