Pocket Recovery Show

Have you ever felt completely unable to connect with your friends or family, even when you desperately want to? In this engaging episode, Vance Hansen breaks down the complex interplay between shame, avoidance, and our nervous systems. He explains how our biology often misinterprets social situations as threats, leading to what he calls 'social freeze'. Vance shares his personal experiences, illus...

Today, we're diving into the concept of the “phantom brake,” a sneaky little trap that often gets us stuck in the loop of fear, anxiety, and addiction. Imagine you're cruising down a winding mountain pass, and all of a sudden, you realize your brakes aren't working—yikes! That feeling of panic is exactly what happens when we reach for unhealthy coping mechanisms in moments of stress. We’ll explore...

The Pocket Recovery podcast's inaugural episode presents a comprehensive examination of the neurobiological foundations of anxiety, trauma, and addiction, guided by host Vance Hansen, who leverages his expertise as a licensed addiction counselor and trauma professional. Central to the discussion is the phenomenon of allostatic load, which describes the cumulative wear and tear on the body resultin...