Why does our brain sometimes not initiate the fight or flee but make us unable to move when we experience intense fear?
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It’s the shock of the unexpected. You are so startled that you need to comprehend what is happening which is why you freeze. Some people instinctively will be faster than others but for a split second everyone has a pause which is the best route fight or flight. Usually happens before you even realize it but sometimes you are just so shocked the instinct doesn’t kick in until you realize how much danger you’re in. Also situational, if it’s a guy with a gun most will instantly run or duck but if it’s an animal you might pause in shock as to not startle it.
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