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The Iceberg of Behaviour
What we see on the surface is only part of the story.
Regulated
What people see & say:
Positive reinforcement. All looks good from the outside.
The Waterline
Safe & Social State
The individual feels safe, connected, and capable. The daily demands of life are manageable, allowing them to learn, grow, and interact positively.
Dysregulated
What people see & say:
They might mask, bottle it up, lash out, shout, explode, or become avoidant.
The Waterline
Mobilised State
Too much is being thrown at them. The daily toll of life is accumulating.
Shutdown
What people see & say:
They might sleep for days, not come out of their room, or stop talking entirely.
The Waterline
Shutdown State
The demands of life have completely exceeded the individual's capability to manage. The nervous system has moved into a protective collapse to conserve energy.
Karen Turner
Chartered MCIPD • Somatic Trauma-Informed Coach
karen-turner.com