Kevin Polky - The Journey

In this episode, I reflect on the work of Emily and Amelia Nagoski and their insights into the threat response cycle. In today’s world, most of our threats aren’t physical — they’re emotional, mental, and psychological. And yet, our bodies still respond as if we're in danger. Too often, we suppress those feelings, leaving stress unresolved and our systems stuck in overdrive. I talk about why it’s essential to complete that cycle — to let our bodies burn off what was triggered — and how doing so can protect our mental and emotional well-being. I close with a reminder: whether through professional support or facing these challenges intentionally, healing begins with the choice to do the work.