6. Separate or “uncouple” the conditioned association of fear and helplessness from the (normally time-limited but now maladaptive) biological immobility response. 7. Resolve hyperarousal states by gently guiding the “discharge” and redistribution of the vast survival energy mobilized for life-preserving action while freeing that energy to support higher-level brain functioning. 8. Engage self-regulation to restore “dynamic equilibrium” and relaxed alertness. 9. Orient to the here and now, contact the environment and reestablish the capacity for social engagement.
