Signs you are living in survival mode

From zoning out to facing sleep disorders, here are a few signs that we are in survival mode.

Published on: Jun 19, 2023 4:56 PM IST

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The mind and the body always know how to send us signals when they do not feel right. When we are in survival mode, we get into a flight or fight situation. In such cases, we often end up ignoring the signs sent by the body. "Our body, our emotions & our behaviours are sending us signals and clues as to the state of our nervous system," wrote Therapist Rebekah Ballagh as she explained the signs.  (Unsplash)

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We always sense a certain urgency about things. We are always rushing and going through something, because when we try to sit and rest, we feel guilty about it.  (Unsplash)

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We space out and zone out even when we are with people. Our mind wanders to places, and we are not able to focus.  (Unsplash)

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We are not able to sleep at night and we are never fully rested. This makes us feel groggy and drained out.  (Unsplash)

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We feel anxious and angry all the time and we are not able to calm ourselves.  (Unsplash)

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Shallow breathing, tightness in the chest and digestive issues accompanied by stomach pain are some of the ways that the body gives signs.  (Unsplash)