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On February 9, 2026, Irene & Seth did a mini class titled, The Hidden Physiology of Shame and The Path Back To Vitality, and because there were so many great questions, we wanted to host this Q&A to get through 'em. Even if you did not attend class, you can still take in this livestream. You can still take this class via the replay here (class is $7): https://irenelyon.com/mini-class#replays 🧠 Start your nervous system healing journey: https://21daytuneup.com/ 💧 Join a drop-in class: https://irenelyon.com/drop-in-class-1 💡 Sign up for my free Healing Trauma training: https://irenelyon.com/healing-trauma-... ✉️ Weekly newsletter sign-up: https://irenelyon.com/ Timestamps: [00:00:00] – Welcome + Toxic Shame Overview Intro to the topic, class context, and why shame feels urgent. [00:06:30] – Healthy vs. Toxic Shame Explained Clear breakdown with the hot stove example. [00:11:35] – Why Boundaries Can Feel Like Death How toxic shame blocks healthy boundary setting. [00:15:00] – Parenting, Guilt & Repairing the Past Healing yourself while raising teens. [00:23:00] – Posture, Collapse & Trauma Physiology Why posture isn’t fixed by “standing up straight.” [00:35:00] – Freeze vs. Collapse Nervous System Deep Dive [00:40:00] – Fawning Explained How authenticity gets suppressed for safety. [00:49:00] – EFT, Yoga & “Somatic Exercises” Limits Why external practices can soothe but not heal trauma. [00:53:00] – Why Meditation Can Backfire with Trauma Functional freeze and mindfulness risks. [01:01:00] – Collective Trauma & Cultural Dysregulation The “collective shadow” unpacked. [01:06:40] – Can You Heal Relational Trauma Alone? Therapy vs. self-study [01:11:15] – How to Process Emotions Safely Why emotions must be accessed through the body. [01:16:00] – Disgust as a Healing Doorway Why accessing disgust helps mobilize healthy aggression. [01:20:00] – Red Face & Shame Physiology Explained About the facial flushing response. [01:32:00] – Final Notes on Healing Pace & Commitment A reminder that healing takes time. ___ Thank you for being here! 1. Leave a comment and let me know how this video impacted you. Feel free to leave a question (my team answers them each week!) 2. To get more nervous system health resources, plus learn more about me and my credentials, plus the many ways you can work with me at the practical level, head to my website: https://irenelyon.com 3. Follow me on social here: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/irenelyon/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lyonirene 4. GOT QUESTIONS? Send an email to: support@irenelyon.com Please know that... The statements on this YouTube channel or in videos are simply opinion. Content presented or posted on this channel is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment or a professional therapeutic relationship. Content presented or posted is intended to provide general health information for educational purposes only, and you should contact the appropriate healthcare professional before relying on any such information. My website is a wealth of information, free resources, and guidance on how to start this work, so here it is one more time: https://irenelyon.com