Podcasts about Amygdala

Is the fear of heights innate or learned? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O'Reilly explore taking risks, the neuroscience of fear, and how to overcome it with freestyle rock climber and subject of the film Free Solo, Alex Honnold, and neuroscientist Heather Berlin.  NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/conquering-fear-with-alex-honnold/ Thanks to our Patrons Joseph Savage, Grace Smith, Joe Pacillo, Gregory Wright, Eric Brothwell, IvanM, Pattie Particle, Cory Fenstermaker, James H Lawson, embreebane, Dai Stiho, Raymond C King, J M, Alex Wheeler, Jason Rushmore, Idris, Damian Correa, Dylan Woody, Julia Nolen, Chris Petit, Anna, David Kapner, Lalo, Vic, Ash Anthony, Wayne Stubblefield, Robin Fordham, EL_Bdo, Teresita Brown, Heather Walker, Christian Cummins, NS, Trenton Clark, Pou Lay, Joya, Derek Bolka, Diego Calderón, Charles Kimmel IV, Josh Folland, Gerard Kennedy, Hunter Ruigrok, Chris Frazier, Yasmany Cubela Medina, Julian Childs, Brandon Sachs, Scott Warren, Moses Bulondo, Sai Kiran, Zalijah Stahl, Crystal Monahan, Lee Robertson, Kenny918, Tinajocelyntheyogi, Tuan Nguyen, Elizabeth Laycak, Joshua Kelly, Ali Haidari, Richard Clements, Maria Giddings, Joyce, Andrew Frigyik, Scott Muri, Mark Hardt, Alex Stern, Anthony Mercury, Hellothere123, James Gordin, Matt Robertson, Peter Manis, Gegi, Rob, Heber Martinez, Aditya Khurjekar, and Jim Finley for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A group of scientists meet a very unusual woman. A key part of her brain isn't working: the amygdala. This is the part of the brain that we think is responsible for feeling fear. And in fact, this woman does seem pretty fearless. Researchers test her fear response using some very unconventional methods, but she takes everything in stride. Then, finally, they stumble onto the one thing that makes the woman who can't feel fear absolutely panic. We scare up some science with neuropsychologist Dr. Justin Feinstein. Find our transcript here: https://tinyurl.com/ScienceVsWomanWhoFeltNoFear In this episode, we cover: (00:00) Meet the Woman Who Felt No Fear  (04:38) Fear and the Amygdala (10:27) Scientists Start Running Experiments With the Woman Who Felt No Fear (11:48) Scientists Try to Scare SM (12:59) Scientists Try to Scare Her With Snakes (16:08) Scientists Try to Scare Her with a Haunted House (19:58) The Risks of Feeling No Fear (25:46) Scientists Try a New Approach (34:20) How Breathing Too Much Carbon Dioxide Causes Fear This episode was produced by Wendy Zukerman with help from Ekedi Fausther-Keeys, Rose Rimler, Michelle Dang, and Meryl Horn. We're edited by Blythe Terrell. Mix and sound design by Bobby Lord. Music written by Emma Munger, So Wiley, Peter Leonard, Bumi Hidaka and Bobby Lord. Thank you to all the scientists we spoke to for this episode including, Special thanks to Joseph Lavelle Wilson and the Zukerman family.  Science Vs is a Spotify Studios Original. Listen for free on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us and tap the bell for episode notifications.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A tiny tagging system nobody had ever studied in the brain turned out to be hard at work locking in fear — and only in the females in the lab.SOURCES, LINKS, AND PRINT VERSION: https://weirddarkness.com/Fear-StudyLook for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://pod.link/1078714736*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.#WeirdDarkness, #WeirdDarkNEWS

The Architecture of Inaction: Why Your Brain Sabotages Your DreamsHave you ever wondered why you can visualize a perfect future in vivid detail, yet find yourself unable to take even the smallest step toward it? In this deep-dive video, we explore the frustrating paradox of the "Dreamer's Paralysis." We reveal that your inability to act isn't a sign of laziness or a lack of intelligence; rather, it is a sophisticated survival mechanism triggered by your own brain. We break down the neurobiology of the Prefrontal Cortex versus the Amygdala, explaining how your mind prioritizes immediate safety over long-term fulfillment, effectively trapping you in a cycle of "safe" imagination.

In dieser Folge sprechen wir über den Zusammenhang von Schlaf und Schmerz und warum Schlaf in der Schmerztherapie wichtig ist. Wir beschreiben, wie Schlafmangel Schmerzen verstärken kann, und nennen Folgen für Stimmung, Konzentration, Immunsystem und Regeneration. Zum Schluss besprechen wir praktische Maßnahmen wie Schlafhygiene, Bewegung und weniger Koffein am Abend sowie weitere Behandlungsoptionen bei Insomnie.

In dieser Folge von Ergotherapie unverpackt sprechen wir über Endometriose und Adenomyose – zwei chronische gynäkologische Erkrankungen, die oft viel zu spät erkannt werden und das Leben Betroffener massiv beeinflussen können.Es geht nicht nur um starke Regelschmerzen. Es geht um Erschöpfung, Rückzug, Scham, Leistungsdruck, unerfüllten Kinderwunsch, Schmerzen beim Sex, Probleme im Alltag und um das Gefühl, dem eigenen Körper nicht mehr richtig vertrauen zu können.Wir schauen darauf, was Endometriose und Adenomyose unterscheidet, welche Symptome typisch sein können und warum Schmerz nicht immer direkt mit dem sichtbaren Befund zusammenpasst. Manche Menschen haben starke Befunde und wenig Schmerzen, andere scheinbar kleinere Befunde und enorme Einschränkungen. Genau hier wird das Thema auch für die Ergotherapie relevant.Ein Schwerpunkt dieser Folge ist die Frage:Was kann Ergotherapie bei chronischem Schmerz, Fatigue, Überforderung und eingeschränkter Teilhabe konkret beitragen?Wir sprechen über Schmerzgedächtnis, zentrale Sensibilisierung, Amygdala, Arousal-Fenster, Hyperarousal und Hypoarousal – aber so, dass es verständlich bleibt. Außerdem geht es um konkrete therapeutische Werkzeuge wie Pacing, Energietagebuch, Fatigue-Management, sensorische Modulation, Körperwahrnehmung, Betätigungsanalyse, Alltagserleichterung und die Frage, wie Betroffene wieder mehr Selbstwirksamkeit erleben können.Diese Folge richtet sich an Betroffene, Angehörige und Fachpersonen, die besser verstehen möchten, warum chronischer Schmerz nie „nur körperlich“ ist, sondern immer auch Alltag, Beziehung, Nervensystem, Psyche und Teilhabe berührt.Worum es in dieser Folge gehtEndometriose und Adenomyose verständlich erklärttypische Symptome und mögliche Unterschiedewarum Diagnosen oft spät gestellt werdenwarum chronischer Schmerz das Nervensystem verändertwas Schmerzgedächtnis und zentrale Sensibilisierung bedeutenwie sich Fatigue, Scham und Rückzug auf Alltag und Teilhabe auswirkenwelche Rolle Ergotherapie spielen kannkonkrete Ideen für therapeutisches Arbeiten mit Betroffenenwarum Validierung, Sicherheit und Selbstwirksamkeit zentrale Wirkfaktoren sindWichtiger HinweisDiese Folge ersetzt keine medizinische Diagnostik oder Behandlung. Bei starken, wiederkehrenden oder zunehmenden Beschwerden sollte eine fachärztliche Abklärung erfolgen – idealerweise bei Ärzt oder Zentren mit Erfahrung im Bereich Endometriose und Adenomyose.#Ergotherapie #ErgotherapieUnverpackt #Endometriose #Adenomyose #ChronischerSchmerz #Schmerzgedächtnis #Fatigue #Teilhabe #Frauengesundheit #Gynäkologie #Schmerztherapie #ArousalFenster #SensorischeModulation #Pacing #Selbstwirksamkeit #GesundheitspodcastVielen Dank fürs Hören und Teilen, eure Line und eure WolfgangMixed & Mastered by SOUNDWERK

If you've ever felt like you're failing your ADHD child, this episode is for you.Dr. Amy Moore is a cognitive psychologist, neuroplasticity researcher, and mom with ADHD who has spent 30 years working with neurodivergent kids and families. She joins us to break down what's actually happening in the ADHD brain, why emotional meltdowns are not defiance, and what parents can do differently starting today.We cover why attention is not actually the core deficit in ADHD, how sleep, nutrition, and physical activity affect ADHD symptoms, what rejection sensitive dysphoria is and why it matters, why sending your child to their room during a meltdown backfires, how to become the detective your child needs, and why your calm is the most powerful tool you have.If you have a child with ADHD, suspect you might, or just want to understand the neurodivergent brain better, this conversation will change how you see your child and yourself.0:00 Introduction and Dr. Amy Moore's background1:25 How Amy got into cognitive psychology and ADHD research3:28 Growing up with undiagnosed ADHD in the 70s and 80s5:00 Getting diagnosed in college and what changed6:34 How her family responded to the diagnosis7:55 What is dysregulation and rejection sensitive dysphoria9:23 The ADHD brain vs the non-ADHD brain10:05 Chronic stress and why everything feels like a crisis12:03 Amygdala hijacking and why your child can't hear you13:50 Co-regulation and why your calm is the most powerful tool you have15:15 Parents need regulation too16:54 Your child can't, not won't18:30 Strong-willed or dysregulated?19:48 Why sending your child to their room backfires20:25 Sensory seekers vs sensory avoiders23:44 Bedtime battles and unmet sensory needs24:21 Becoming a detective for your ADHD child25:01 Why sleep is the first question Amy asks27:13 Nutrition, food dyes, sugar, and ADHD29:21 Pesticides, organic food, and omega-3 deficiency32:53 Physical activity and BDNF35:01 The cognitive skills study with 5,000 ADHD patients36:00 ADHD is too much attention, not too little37:03 Cognitive training and neuroplasticity40:23 Guilt, shame, and diverse causes of ADHD41:18 What treatment at LearningRx actually looks like42:12 The range of parents Amy encounters44:11 Grace for parents and children47:19 Closing thoughts on faith and science togetherLearn more about Amy here: http://www.AmyMoorePhD.comLearn more about Amy's brain training research at www.LearningRx.com and find her podcast at www.TheBrainyMoms.com

Blindsided mid-moment? That spike you didn't see coming can launch you straight into fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. Today, we talk real-time pivots using PAUSE, breath, and choice when emotions surge. Walk away, stand steady, say nothing, ask a question, or simply refuse to match intensity. Because sometimes the most powerful response is: Not today, Amygdala. Suze Gadol Anderson lives in Eugene, Oregon. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, practicing in Texas and Oregon. Request a free consult to work with Suze at https://www.yourauthenticinsights.com.   Jenni Hubby, a Certified Professional Coach, works with a team of coaches in Texas and serves people across the United States. To schedule a free coaching consultation, visit https://www.jhubconsulting.com/.  Find previous episodes and more about Suze and Jenni at http://www.insightmaximizers.com. Contact Jenni and Suze at Maxers@InsightMaximizers.com Join Insight Maximizers' Community: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InsightMaximizers Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/insightmaximizers/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/insightmaximizers The Maxers Community Facebook group continues to grow! Consider joining this private group for fellow insight seekers to give and receive insights. Join us in changing how we do events. We're shifting our focus from the external things to preparing ourselves from within for handling whatever comes our way. Join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/524983982549427.  

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Claudia und Rolf haben ihren psychologischen Werkzeugkasten live auf der Bühne im Münchner Schlachthof ausgepackt. Die Stimmung im Saal kocht und passenderweise geht es heute genau darum: das berühmt-berüchtigte "Vulkangefühl". Claudia riskiert alles, denn während sie hemmungslos aus dem familiären Nähkästchen plaudert, sitzt ihre Familie inklusive Ehemann im Publikum und muss tapfer zuhören!Kennt ihr das? Eine schimmelnde Teenager-Brotdose mit eigenem Ökosystem trifft auf die scheinbar harmlose Frage des Partners, ob seine Jeans noch mitgewaschen wird und bäm, wir explodieren. Warum rasten wir am ehesten bei den Menschen aus, die wir am meisten lieben? Wie reagiert man souverän, wenn der Ehemann das liebevoll geschnippelte Gemüse für das Abendessen aus lauter Hilfsbereitschaft auf den Kompost wirft? Hört in dieser Live-Folge, gespickt mit Lachern aus dem Publikum, warum unser Gehirn in Stressmomenten in den Steinzeit-Modus schaltet und wie ihr eure auf Krawall gebürstete "Amygdala" austrickst, bevor ihr Dinge sagt, die ihr später bereut.Ein riesiges Dankeschön an das großartige Publikum in München für diesen unvergesslichen Abend! Wenn ihr nicht dabei sein konntet, holt euch die Live-Atmosphäre jetzt direkt auf die Ohren. Gibt es Themen, bei denen euer innerer Vulkan ausbricht? Lasst es uns wissen und schreibt uns an: podcast@psychohacks.de. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wenn Angst sich wie eine Wand anfühlt – dann ist dieser Podcast für dich. Heute schauen wir gemeinsam auf das, was Angst wirklich ist: neurobiologisch, psychologisch und spirituell. Du bekommst echtes Wissen, das befreit – und landest in einem geführten Spiritual Prayer, der dich trägt. Eine Folge fürs Herz und den Verstand.Themen:Was im Gehirn bei Angst passiert (Amygdala, Cortisol, Vagusnerv)Polyvagal-Theorie von Stephen Porges – kurz erklärtAngst als Spiegel – was sie wirklich sagtDas innere Kind und BindungsmusterBrené Brown über Verletzlichkeit und MutDie spirituelle Dimension von AngstEin geführtes Spiritual PrayerMehr zu mir: www.lindarothspielmann.com/linktree

Are you spiraling right now? If your mind is racing and your heart is pounding, this 10-minute session is your emergency exit from overwhelm.In this episode of Calming Anxiety, your guide Martin—a Clinical Hypnotherapist and former Paramedic—leads you through a high-impact nervous system reset. We move beyond just "thinking" about calm and instead use proven Vagus Nerve regulation and NSDR (Non-Sleep Deep Rest) techniques to physically signal to your brain's amygdala that the emergency is over.Stop reacting to the chaos and start reclaiming your center with practical, science-backed stillness.Inside This Emergency Reset:The Paramedic's 4-2-6 Breath: A specific rhythm to trigger an immediate shift from "fight or flight" to "rest and digest".Somatic Release: Identifying and dropping physical bracing in the jaw and shoulders to lower your cognitive load.Subconscious Anchoring: Five unique affirmations designed to extinguish the fire of overwhelm using cooling visualization.The Mammalian Dive Reflex: A biological hack to drop your heart rate instantly during a panic spiral.Episode Chapters:[00:00] – The "Stop" Technique: Immediate grounding.[01:03] – Emergency Reset: Signaling the Amygdala.[01:35] – The 4-2-6 Breathing Practice: Physically lowering your heart rate.[02:40] – Scanning for Bracing: Releasing the muscle fibers.[04:41] – The Shoreline Visualization: Becoming the solid ground.[05:30] – 5 Somatic Affirmations for Mental Fitness.[08:48] – 3 Daily Caring Tips for Immediate Calm.[09:56] – Reawakening and Outro.Today's 5 Somatic Affirmations:Peace Over Panic: I am activating my body's natural off-switch and choosing peace over panic.Chemical Balance: I am releasing the chemical weight of the day and returning to a state of balance.Internal Connection: I am disconnecting from external noise to reconnect with my internal calm.Steady Observation: I am observing my thoughts without becoming them; I am the steady anchor in the storm.Nervous System Safety: My nervous system is safe, my mind is quiet, and I am exactly where I need to be.3 Daily Caring Tips for a Calmer Life:The Temperature Shock: Splash ice-cold water on your face to trigger the mammalian dive reflex and drop your heart rate instantly.5-4-3-2-1 Grounding: Name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, and 1 you can taste to bring your brain back to the "now".The Compassionate Pause: Before responding to any stressor, take three "paramedic sighs"—long, audible exhales—to reset your logic center.A Heartfelt RequestIf this session helped you find your center today, please share it with one person who might be struggling; you never know who needs an emergency reset. Your reviews on Apple Podcasts and Spotify are the lifeblood of this sanctuary, helping us reach even more beautiful souls in need of peace.For a deeper dive into reclaiming your focus and life, visit calminganxiety.fm for the full Anxiety Breaker Course.Smile often, think positively, and to your beautiful soul... be kind.

Du liegst nachts wach. Dieselben Gedanken, dieselbe Frage, dieselbe Schleife. Trennung ja oder nein? Die Affäre deines Partners. Was du hättest anders machen sollen? Und egal wie lange du nachdenkst: Eine Antwort kommt nicht. Das liegt nicht daran, dass du zu wenig nachdenkst. Es liegt daran, wie Grübeln im Gehirn funktioniert. In dieser Folge lernst du: 1. Was beim Grübeln neurologisch passiert und warum präfrontaler Cortex und Amygdala gemeinsam gegen dich arbeiten 2. Welche typischen Trigger Gedankenschleifen auslösen und warum dein Gehirn das für Schutz hält 3. Warum Rumination deine Gefühle verstärkt statt sie zu lösen 4. Was Loop-Verstärker sind und wie du sie erkennst 5. Konkrete Loop-Breaker, mit denen du Gedankenschleifen aktiv unterbrichst Grübeln fühlt sich nach Fortschritt an. Ist es aber nicht.

چرا «ابهام» از «مشکل» بدتره؟مغز ما یه سیستم بقا داره که بخش مهمش آمیگدالا (Amygdala) هست.وظیفه‌اش چیه؟تشخیص خطر.حالا نکته اینجاست:وقتی خطر مشخصه (مثلاً پول کم شده)، مغز میگه:«اوکی، مشکل اینه → راه‌حل پیدا کن»اما وقتی ابهامه (نمی‌دونی فردا چی میشه)، مغز نمی‌تونه تهدید رو تعریف کنه.در نتیجه:آمیگدالا مدام روشن می‌مونهبدن وارد حالت استرس مزمن میشههورمون کورتیزول بالا میرهاین یعنی چی؟یعنی تو در حالت «آماده‌باش دائمی» هستی…بدون اینکه بدونی باید برای چی آماده باشی.خستگی ذهنی شدید + اضطراب + ناتوانی در تصمیم‌گیری

The deepest wound in complex trauma is not emotional intensity. It is the learned loss of connection to yourself. In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof open the next chapter of the CPT series by starting where the roots go deepest: self-abandonment. This is the pattern they chose to name first—and intentionally so—because when the nervous system learns that staying connected to the self is unsafe, nearly every other complex trauma response grows from that adaptation. Self-abandonment is not a personality flaw or a lack of self-awareness. It is a body-based survival strategy. From a neurosomatic perspective, it is a state-dependent loss of interoceptive access—a patterned inhibition of internal signals that the nervous system learned in order to stay attached, stay safe, and maintain stability in the relational environment. And like every other output explored in this series, it made complete sense at the time it formed. The conversation moves through the neuroscience of dissociation and how it is inseparable from self-abandonment, the brain regions involved, and what their altered activity actually looks like in everyday life. It explores the fawn response—including its lesser-discussed dimension of sexual fawning—and the specific pathways through which emotional neglect and parentification set the stage for chronic self-erasure. Jennifer and Elisabeth also trace how masking—whether in the context of neurodivergence, complex trauma, or systemic oppression—is another expression of the same root pattern: authenticity does not feel safe, so the self gets hidden. But this episode does not stop at the wound. Both hosts share what the growth edge of this pattern has actually looked like for them—what building interoceptive capacity from the ground up felt like in practice—and how self-attunement, the skill of staying present with internal experience without becoming overwhelmed by it, gradually became accessible rather than threatening. This is not a quick-fix episode. It is an honest, grounded map of one of the most pervasive and least visible patterns in complex trauma—and a clear-eyed account of what actually changes it.   In This Episode, You Will Learn: Why self abandonment is a survival adaptation rooted in the nervous system, not a character flaw How interoceptive access becomes inhibited under chronic relational threat, and what that feels like day to day The neuroscience of dissociation: which brain regions are involved and how their altered activity drives functional disconnection Why emotional neglect, even without overt harm, sets the stage for chronic self erasure How parentification creates a nervous system template of self abandonment that persists long into adulthood What fawn response is, how it operates neurologically, and why sexual fawning is a real and undernamed expression of it How masking across contexts including neurodivergence, complex trauma, and racial and systemic oppression overlaps with and compounds self abandonment What self attunement actually is as a nervous system skill and how it is different from insight or emotional processing alone Why healing is capacity-based rather than cathartic, and what that means for pacing How both hosts have rebuilt interoceptive access over time and what that process has opened up for them Chapters 0:00 - The Deepest Wound in Complex Trauma Is Not Emotional Intensity 0:38 - Welcome: Who This Episode Is For 1:27 - Introducing the CPT Series and Why We Start With Self Abandonment 2:53 - Defining Self Abandonment as a Nervous System Output 4:21 - Pete Walker, Fawn Responses, and How the Child Learns to Attune Outward 4:47 - The Neuro Somatic View: Interoceptive Access Under Chronic Threat 6:08 - Embodiment as the Opposite of Self Abandonment 6:35 - Collective and Intergenerational Dimensions of Self Abandonment 7:55 - What Self Abandonment Looks Like in Real Life: A Case Study 9:21 - Dissociation: What It Actually Is and Why It Is Inseparable From Self Abandonment 10:42 - Brain Science: The Insula, Hippocampus, Amygdala, and Thalamus 14:35 - The Fawn Response and Sexual Fawning 18:17 - Self Attunement: The Opposite of Self Abandonment 21:06 - Rebuilding Interoception: Starting Small 27:19 - Emotional Neglect as the Root of Self Abandonment 29:13 - Parentification and the Template of Self Erasure 31:21 - Masking: Neurodivergence, Systemic Oppression, and Complex Trauma 36:19 - What Growth Has Actually Looked Like for Jennifer and Elisabeth 40:20 - Stress Bucket Dysmorphia and Learning Your Real Capacity Resources and Links NSI Foundations Bundle for coaches and practitioners: neurosomaticintelligence.com/foundations Two week Rewire Trial of guided neuro somatic training: rewiretrial.com Learn more about Jennifer's work at her YouTube channel: Sacred Synapse https://www.youtube.com/@sacredsynapse-23   Trauma Rewired podcast  is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. 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Fear can hit in a split second, before we have words for it, and then we're left wondering why we reacted the way we did. With this episode we begin our 4 part series about fear by getting specific about the science. With Jordyn Lawson, Chief Residential Officer at Genesis Women's Shelter & Support, we unpack what fear really is in the brain and body, why it's tied to survival, and how the amygdala works like a smoke alarm that can shut down the thinking brain when it senses danger.We talk through fight, flight, freeze, and fawn, including why “freeze” can feel like total paralysis and why memory can get fuzzy during terrifying moments. We also explore the difference between real threat and perceived threat, and how trauma can make the nervous system extra sensitive to cues that resemble past danger. For survivors of domestic violence, that context matters: fear often tracks patterns, and instinct can be protective even when other people dismiss it.From there, we move into PTSD and complex PTSD, the impact of chronic fear on adults and children, and the behaviors that can grow out of survival mode, like anger, avoidance, people-pleasing, isolation, perfectionism, and dysregulation. We close with practical nervous system regulation tools you can use right away, including simple grounding, box breathing, five-finger breathing, cold water, and paced movement, plus the mindset shift we keep coming back to: fear isn't the problem, what happened is. 

Stille kann Stärke sein. Hinter Stille kann sch aber auch Leiden verbergen. In dieser Folge sortieren Franca und Christian all das, was von außen wie Zurückhaltung aussieht. Von in sich ruhender Stärke oder Introversion über Sprachlosigkeit bis zur Stille, die bleibt, wenn jemand resigniert und ausgebrannt ist. Du erfährst, warum man Gefühle nicht "wegpressen" kann, und warum es dir und anderen schaden kann, zu viel zu schweigen. Vor allem aber: woran du erkennst, ob jemand schweigt, weil er kann – oder weil er muss. Bei dir selbst und bei den Menschen um dich herum. Francas neues Buch: Die innere Oma — ab 4. September 2026, jetzt vorbestellbar: https://shop.autorenwelt.de/products/die-innere-oma-von-franca-cerutti Alle Tourdaten und Tickets: https://www.190a.de/psychologie-to-go/ ARD Sounds-Festival Nürnberg, 9. Mai 2026: https://bayerischer-rundfunk.ticket.io/BuUPYt60/ Unterstütze uns auf Steady: https://steady.page/de/psychologie-to-go/about Hinterlasse eine Frage oder einen Kommentar auf unserem Anrufbeantworter: https://www.speakpipe.com/Psychologietogo "Die Familientherapie" mit Franca in der ARD- Mediathek: https://www.ardmediathek.de/serie/familientherapie-mit-franca-cerutti/staffel-1/NjRhYTI2NzQtYzJiOS00OWMwLWI1MmMtM2RmMjVmMDBlOWRj/1 Quellen: Die Studie zu Emotionsunterdrückung und Mortalität (Chapman et al., 2013): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24119945/ Affect Labeling – wie Benennen die Amygdala beruhigt (Lieberman et al., 2007): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17576282/ Warum "Dampf ablassen" Aggression verstärkt (Bushman, 2002): https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12150155/ Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/psychologietogo Du möchtest Werbung in diesem Podcast schalten? Dann erfahre hier mehr über die Werbemöglichkeiten bei Seven.One Audio: https://www.seven.one/portfolio/sevenone-audio

I have spent decades helping patients heal through diet, exercise, and natural remedies, but there is one injury that supplements can't fix: emotional trauma. Whether it's "Big T" trauma or the "Little t" trauma of chronic neglect, these emotional scars manifest as autoimmune disease, cancer, and hormone imbalances later in life. In this episode, psychoanalyst Erica Komisar joins me to explain why the first three years of life are the "critical period" for physical health and how we can heal the mind-body connection. We explore the mechanics of the HPA Axis, focusing on the Amygdala (the stress "on" switch) and the Hippocampus (the "off" switch). Erica explains how early childhood stress can "burn out" the brain's ability to regulate cortisol, leading to a permanent state of survival mode. We also discuss the definition of Depression (preoccupation with past loss) versus Anxiety (preoccupation with future loss) and how both act as pathogens on the human immune system. Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1⁠ 

Why do you remember your most stressful moments so vividly but can't recall what you had for lunch last Tuesday? It's all about the limbic system. In this Jack Westin MCAT Podcast episode, Mike and Molly break down the biology of emotion and stress, covering every limbic system structure, the HPA axis, cortisol, and general adaptation syndrome, plus how all of it directly applies to surviving your MCAT prep without burning out.Get started with our resources!

According to perinatal and reproductive psychiatrist Dr Edna Lekgabe, matrescence is the motherhood equivalent of adolescence. Puberty 2.0, if you will.

In dieser Folge nehme ich dich mit auf eine spannende Reise durch die Welt der Kaufentscheidungen und zeige, wie unser Gehirn von Millionen Reizen beeinflusst wird. Du erfährst, warum scheinbar kleine Dinge – ein Duft, ein Bild, ein Satz – plötzlich unsere Aufmerksamkeit fesseln und wie unser Emotionszentrum im limbischen System dabei die Kontrolle übernimmt. Ich erkläre, wie Begriffe wie Salienz, die Amygdala und der Nucleus Accumbens in deinem Alltag und im Business entscheidend sind. Gemeinsam schauen wir, warum Emotionen im Marketing so mächtig sind, egal ob B2C oder B2B. Lass dich inspirieren, die Psychologie hinter dem Kaufverhalten zu verstehen – und nutze dieses Wissen, um gezielt zu überzeugen!

Today Jason interviews executive coach Britt Lefkoe, as they explore how individuals can overcome internal obstacles by shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of infinite possibility. She argues that many people are paralyzed by a "productivity trap," where they focus on task-oriented achievements rather than strategic, high-impact growth. Lefkoe explains that our brains are often governed by the amygdala, which triggers fear-based responses rooted in childhood patterns, leading us to prioritize safety over progress. To combat this, she suggests reframing fear as discomfort rather than a lack of safety, allowing the prefrontal cortex to re-engage with curiosity and logic. By moving away from rigid definitions of right and wrong and focusing on an iterative process, individuals can align their actions with a broader personal vision. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to cultivate a life they are proud of by choosing effective strategies over the constant pursuit of temporary happiness. #InfinitePossibility #LifeByDesign #ZoneOfGenius #StrategicMindset #NeuroscienceOfFear #UncomfortableNotUnsafe #TrustOverControl #OpportunityCreation #IterativeGrowth #ContextOverContent #EffectiveVsIneffective #MaturityParadox #LifeVision #OvercomingLimitingBeliefs #CuriosityOverProductivity #ExecutiveCoaching #MindsetShift #PersonalDevelopment #AbundanceMindset #EmotionalIntelligence Key Takeaways: 0:00 Life's biggest obstacle and infinite possibilities  9:18 Strategic around tasks 17:48 The Amygdala and prefrontal cortex 25:41 Control and trust issues 33:05 The perpetual consumer and not the creator 40:39 My talk in Meta 44:40 The goal in life is not to be happy 46:14 Context vs. content, effective vs. ineffective and the road to gratitude    _______________________________________________________________   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

"Konflikte gehören zu jeder Beziehung. Die Frage ist nicht, ob ihr streitet. Sondern was Streit mit eurer Beziehung macht." Viele Männer glauben, ein Streit bedeutet Distanz, Machtverlust oder Eskalation. Und genau deshalb versuchen sie, ihn zu gewinnen, zu vermeiden oder auszusitzen. Das Problem: Neurowissenschaftlich passiert dabei genau das Gegenteil von Nähe. In dieser Episode von „Zurück ins Beziehungsglück“ erklären Ralf Hofmann und Felix Heller, SPIEGEL-Bestsellerautoren und Gründer von Beyond Breakup, warum Streit sich so schnell eskalierend anfühlt, was dabei im Gehirn passiert und wie du Konflikte so führst, dass sie Verbindung schaffen statt zerstören. Auf Basis der Forschung von Joseph LeDoux (NYU), John Gottman und Barbara Fredrickson zeigen sie den Unterschied zwischen destruktivem Streit und respektvollem Widerspruch. Diese Folge richtet sich an Männer, die in Konflikten eskalieren oder sich zurückziehen. An Paare, die das Gefühl haben, sich im Kreis zu streiten. Und an alle, die Streit als Werkzeug für tiefere Verbindung nutzen wollen.

Adam works with a client who experiences intense panic attacks and wants to calm their anxiety response. Adam helps them using hypnosis and parts therapy to work with the part that is hyper-vigilant to help calm them and protect them in a more suitable way.

Today Jason interviews executive coach Britt Lefkoe, as they explore how individuals can overcome internal obstacles by shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of infinite possibility. She argues that many people are paralyzed by a "productivity trap," where they focus on task-oriented achievements rather than strategic, high-impact growth. Lefkoe explains that our brains are often governed by the amygdala, which triggers fear-based responses rooted in childhood patterns, leading us to prioritize safety over progress. To combat this, she suggests reframing fear as discomfort rather than a lack of safety, allowing the prefrontal cortex to re-engage with curiosity and logic. By moving away from rigid definitions of right and wrong and focusing on an iterative process, individuals can align their actions with a broader personal vision. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to cultivate a life they are proud of by choosing effective strategies over the constant pursuit of temporary happiness. #InfinitePossibility #LifeByDesign #ZoneOfGenius #StrategicMindset #NeuroscienceOfFear #UncomfortableNotUnsafe #TrustOverControl #OpportunityCreation #IterativeGrowth #ContextOverContent #EffectiveVsIneffective #MaturityParadox #LifeVision #OvercomingLimitingBeliefs #CuriosityOverProductivity #ExecutiveCoaching #MindsetShift #PersonalDevelopment #AbundanceMindset #EmotionalIntelligence Key Takeaways: 0:00 Life's biggest obstacle and infinite possibilities  9:18 Strategic around tasks 17:48 The Amygdala and prefrontal cortex 25:41 Control and trust issues 33:05 The perpetual consumer and not the creator 40:39 My talk in Meta 44:40 The goal in life is not to be happy 46:14 Context vs. content, effective vs. ineffective and the road to gratitude    _______________________________________________________________   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Hard. This word may be deciding how your brain approaches a new habit or behavior. You have probably said it a hundred times that something is just too hard. What if the word itself is the thing standing in your way? Instead, swap ‘this is hard' for ‘this is a challenge'. Is that any better? Jenn breaks down the surprising brain science behind the words we use every day and why some words send us straight into avoidance mode before we even get started. Could one simple word-sway actually rewire your brain and make change feel possible? The answer might surprise you. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramGoing Against the TextbookKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Habit Formation, Behavior Change, Language Reframing, Brain Chemistry, Neuroscience, Healthy Habits, Mindset Shift, Dopamine, Amygdala, Prefrontal Cortex, Neuroplasticity, Stress Response, Mental Fatigue, Motivation, Avoidance Behavior, Fight Or Flight, Cortisol, Adrenaline, Executive Function, Self Control, Problem Solving, Delayed Gratification, Neural Pathways, Brain Function, Emotional Regulation, Coping Mechanisms, Food Habits, Movement Habits, Gym Motivation, Health Coaching, Lifestyle Change, Wellness Mindset, Growth Mindset, Anterior Mid Cingulate Cortex, Glutamate, Stress Reduction, Habit Stacking, Behavior Psychology, Word Choice, Cognitive Reframing, Health And Wellness, How To Reframe Hard Tasks For Better Habits, Using Language To Change Brain Chemistry For Health

Dr. Hoffman continues his conversation with Dr. David Clarke, president of the Psychophysiologic Disorders Association.

Dr. David Clarke, president of the Psychophysiologic Disorders Association, details the link between stress and chronic pain and the scope of brain-generated symptoms. Clarke says many patients have symptoms not explained by disease or injury, estimating about 20% of U.S. adults (about 50 million) live with chronic pain, with costs estimated at $650 billion, and notes clinicians are often not trained to evaluate psychosocial stressors. He describes clues that pain is brain-generated (e.g., multiple long-lasting or shifting symptoms, lack of objective nerve damage) and a broad symptom spectrum from migraines and IBS to pelvic pain and rashes. Clarke discusses adverse childhood experiences, triggers, personality traits, and repressed emotions, cites randomized trials showing “pain relief psychology” can reduce pain and change MRI findings, and shares resources including a clinician directory, self-assessment quiz, and the Curable app. 

Researchers in Japan have built a working virtual copy of the human brain — personalized to each individual — and the results are raising serious questions about what medicine might look like in the near future.*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*PRINT VERSION: https://weirddarkness.com/DigitalBrainWeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.#WeirdDarkness, #WeirdDarkNEWS

This man met the council of entities and then the robed mantis who leads them after smoking DMT...

Are you leading from a place of wholeness or simply performing while carrying hidden emotional wounds? What if your struggles in leadership, creativity, or relationships are not really about strategy or productivity systems, but about deeper issues that have never been addressed? In this episode of Productivity Smarts, host Gerald J. Leonard sits down with Terry and Carol Moss, relationship architects, leadership mentors, and co-authors of Hold You Before Two. With more than five decades of combined experience in ministry and corporate leadership, they explore the powerful connection between emotional wholeness and sustainable productivity. Terry and Carol explain that real productivity is not just about output, efficiency, or performance metrics. Instead, it begins with emotional maturity. This means knowing who you are, loving who you are, and living true to who you are in every environment. When leaders operate from that foundation, they create healthier workplaces, stronger relationships, and more effective teams. Drawing from their own life experiences, including Terry's difficult journey through divorce after 26 years of marriage and ministry, they share how painful moments can become catalysts for growth, healing, and deeper self-awareness. The conversation also explores how unresolved emotional wounds can trigger stress responses in the brain, pushing people into survival mode and undermining creativity, empathy, and clear decision making. In contrast, emotionally grounded leaders create environments where people feel valued, heard, and inspired to contribute their best. If you want to strengthen your leadership, build healthier relationships, and discover how personal wholeness fuels sustainable productivity, this episode is a must-listen.   What We Discuss [00:00] Introduction  [02:02] Introduction to Terry and Carol Moss [10:04] How emotional wholeness impacts  a leader's productivity [13:58] Adam and Eve: Biblical principles and self-worth [16:24] Learning emotional maturity [20:18] AI vs. human wisdom in relationships [25:01] Leadership patterns when emotional intelligence is ignored [28:20] Unresolved conflict and women's creativity [31:18] Amygdala hijack and work performance [38:24] Applying Biblical principles in high-pressure environments [42:09] Human skills in the age of automation [44:35] First step to getting unstuck  [49:35] Podcast closing    Notable Quotes [10:11] "Emotional wholeness is when your emotional, spiritual, and relational life is aligned." – Terry Moss [12:54] " Emotional intelligence, emotional wholeness is so important, especially when you're blending a family."– Carol Moss [21:53] "AI can give you the knowledge, but wisdom comes from experience." – Carol Moss [25:18] "When you are emotionally whole and you have self-awareness, you know who you are and so you have strength because I know who I am and I'm not intimidated or I'm not insecure." – Terry Moss [27:12]  "We can look at each other's eyes, and we can feel that emotional, we can pick up on that vibe and we can even impact each other to produce the same neural chemicals."– Gerald J. Leonard [43:14]  "People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care."– Carol Moss [43:53] "When you have wholeness, you can communicate in a way that elevates, encourages, and inspires."– Terry Moss   Resource and Links Terry and Carol Moss Website: https://onefleshministries.org/ New For-Profit Initiative: Whole Leader Blueprint, LLC Book: Hold You Before Two: How Emotional Wholeness Transforms Every Relationship Book: In the Beginning It Was Not So Productivity Smarts Podcast Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com Gerald J. Leonard Website - geraldjleonard.com Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard   Kiva is a loan, not a donation, allowing you to cycle your money and create a personal impact worldwide. https://www.kiva.org/lender/topmindshelpingtopminds

Most menopause conversations focus almost entirely on hormones. But what if that's only part of the story? In this episode, Sally Garozzo explores emerging neuroscience on estradiol, fear circuitry, and trauma exposure, including a 2025 study suggesting that estrogen interacts differently with the brain's threat regulation system depending on prior stress and trauma history. We unpack why HRT helps many women but isn't always the whole answer, how the nervous system shapes our menopausal experience, and why understanding the intersection of menopause, trauma, and nervous system regulation can offer a more complete picture of midlife wellbeing.Research referenced in this episodeStevens JS et al. (2025). Estradiol modulation of threat circuitry and PTSD vulnerability. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12745815/Sartin-Tarm A et al. (2020). Estradiol Modulates Neural and Behavioral Arousal in Women With PTSD. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7606348/Glover EM et al. Estrogen and extinction of fear memories. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25796471/Wegerer M et al. (2014). Low estradiol and fear extinction responses. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4256064/Zeidan MA et al. (2011). Estradiol enhances fear extinction recall via vmPFC–amygdala interaction. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3197763/******************************************Work with me 121:  www.sallygarozzo.comJoin Becoming Waitlist:  www.sallygarozzo.com/becoming Send me a direct messageSupport the showSend me a direct messageSupport the show

This episode breaks down autism and intuition from the circuitry up. Intuition isn't magic—it's prediction. And in the autistic brain, that prediction system runs differently. Instead of compressing uncertainty into fast social “gut feelings,” autistic cognition preserves high-resolution detail, sustains prediction error, and builds insight through iterative modeling. Sensory cortex, parietal salience maps, insula, amygdala, OFC, and ACC all play a role in a system that prioritizes structural truth over social smoothing.We explore excitation–inhibition balance, oscillations, dopamine learning, and von Economo neurons to show how intuition in autism isn't diminished—it's reconstructed. Insight may arrive later, but when it does, it's deeply refined. This is a neuroscience-driven look at why autistic minds resolve uncertainty through coherence, not conformity—and why that difference matters.This episode will also explain WHY the Autistic phenotype has ACCELERATED LEARNING abilities. use "autism" for $50 off at Daylight Computer Company https://buy.daylightcomputer.com/autismand Daylight Kids https://kids.daylightcomputer.com/autismChroma Light Devices, use "autism" for 10% discount at https://getchroma.co/?ref=autism0:00 Autism & Intuition Introduction; Autos (“Self”) and Sensory Overload0:53 Daylight Computer Company, Daylight Kids & Chroma Light Devices (Technology, Biology, Light)3:26 What Intuition Really Is: Sensory Integration, Prediction, Memory, and Value5:02 Neurotypical vs Autistic Intuition; Prediction Error, E/I Balance, Iterative Processing7:00 Sensory Cortex & Higher Signal Fidelity; Prediction Errors and Raw Detail Preservation11:30 Posterior Parietal Cortex; Salience Maps, Anomaly Detection, Truth vs Social Narrative13:30 Anterior Insula & Amygdala; Interoception, Emotional Salience, Feeling vs Thinking17:30 Orbitofrontal Cortex; Value Computation, Internal Coherence vs Social Reward19:30 ACC Conflict Monitoring; Risk–Reward, Persistence, Errors23:30 The Learning Gate: Why Autism Enables Accelerated Mastery24:45 Von Economo (Spindle) Neurons; ACC–Insula Fast Intuition Pathway and Autism Differences28:40 Iterative Learning Loop; Prefrontal Modeling, Basal Ganglia Dopamine, Structural Coherence35:50 Autos (“Self”), Jung, Recursive Modeling, and Why Autistic Intuition Is Built—Not GivenX: https://x.com/rps47586YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGxEzLKXkjppo3nqmpXpzuAemail: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com

You just have to be a good parent 30-40% of the time. According to the research, and parenting expert Maggie Dent.

Today Jason interviews executive coach Britt Lefkoe, as they explore how individuals can overcome internal obstacles by shifting from a scarcity mindset to one of infinite possibility. She argues that many people are paralyzed by a "productivity trap," where they focus on task-oriented achievements rather than strategic, high-impact growth. Lefkoe explains that our brains are often governed by the amygdala, which triggers fear-based responses rooted in childhood patterns, leading us to prioritize safety over progress. To combat this, she suggests reframing fear as discomfort rather than a lack of safety, allowing the prefrontal cortex to re-engage with curiosity and logic. By moving away from rigid definitions of right and wrong and focusing on an iterative process, individuals can align their actions with a broader personal vision. Ultimately, she encourages listeners to cultivate a life they are proud of by choosing effective strategies over the constant pursuit of temporary happiness. #InfinitePossibility #LifeByDesign #ZoneOfGenius #StrategicMindset #NeuroscienceOfFear #UncomfortableNotUnsafe #TrustOverControl #OpportunityCreation #IterativeGrowth #ContextOverContent #EffectiveVsIneffective #MaturityParadox #LifeVision #OvercomingLimitingBeliefs #CuriosityOverProductivity #ExecutiveCoaching #MindsetShift #PersonalDevelopment #AbundanceMindset #EmotionalIntelligence Key Takeaways: 0:00 Life's biggest obstacle and infinite possibilities  9:18 Strategic around tasks 17:48 The Amygdala and prefrontal cortex 25:41 Control and trust issues 33:05 The perpetual consumer and not the creator 40:39 My talk in Meta 44:40 The goal in life is not to be happy 46:14 Context vs. content, effective vs. ineffective and the road to gratitude    _______________________________________________________________   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com

Stuck in a high-stakes meeting and feeling your brain freeze? Learn the scientifically proven, 3-second neuroscience hack to stop an "Amygdala Hijack" and regain instant control of your executive presence.Most people tell you to "just calm down," but in this video, we explore why that is neurologically impossible. I'm sharing landmark research from UCLA on "Affect Labeling"—a technique that allows you to shift from emotional reaction to charismatic action in seconds. Whether you're a leader, a negotiator, or a Social Architect, this tool is your secret weapon for owning any room.

Die Amygdala ist unser Angstzentrum. Viele kennen sie auch als "Mandelkern". Diese Amygdala schrumpft und wächst, je nachdem, wie wir unser Gehirn benutzen – und wir haben Einfluss darauf. (Wiederholung vom 04.06.25)**********Quellen aus der Folge:Maher, C., Tortolero, L., Jun, S., Cummins, D. D., Saad, A., Young, J., ... & Saez, I. (2025). Intracranial substrates of meditation-induced neuromodulation in the amygdala and hippocampus. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 122(6), e2409423122.Sato, W., Kochiyama, T., Uono, S., Sawada, R., & Yoshikawa, S. (2020). Amygdala activity related to perceived social support. Scientific Reports, 10(1), 2951. Sudimac, S., Sale, V., & Kühn, S. (2022).How nature nurtures: Amygdala activity decreases as the result of a one-hour walk in nature. Molecular psychiatry, 27(11), 4446-4452. Van Der Helm, E., Yao, J., Dutt, S., Rao, V., Saletin, J. M., & Walker, M. P. (2011). REM sleep depotentiates amygdala activity to previous emotional experiences. Current biology, 21(23), 2029-2023.**********Mehr zum Thema bei Deutschlandfunk Nova:Neurowissenschaften: Was im Hirn passiert, wenn wir Angst habenWarum sich stressige Erlebnisse in unser Gehirn einbrennenNeurowissenschaften: Das Gehirn trainieren**********Ihr könnt uns auch auf diesen Kanälen folgen: TikTok und Instagram .**********Ihr habt Anregungen, Ideen, Themenwünsche? Dann schreibt uns gern unter achtsam@deutschlandfunknova.de

Stuck in a high-stakes meeting and feeling your brain freeze? Learn the scientifically proven, 3-second neuroscience hack to stop an "Amygdala Hijack" and regain instant control of your executive presence.Most people tell you to "just calm down," but in this video, we explore why that is neurologically impossible. I'm sharing landmark research from UCLA on "Affect Labeling"—a technique that allows you to shift from emotional reaction to charismatic action in seconds. Whether you're a leader, a negotiator, or a Social Architect, this tool is your secret weapon for owning any room.

Most people believe peak performance comes from pushing harder, longer, and faster. The science says the opposite.Your brain was never designed for nonstop focus. The highest performers don't grind, they reset.Mental Skills Coach, Andrew May (Wallabies, Sea Eagles, Tim Tszyu), breaks down why productivity works in waves, not willpower, and why mental resets are fundamentally different from mindfulness. It explores how short, strategic pauses protect performance rather than interrupt it, and how even 30 seconds can change the state of your nervous system.From controlling an amygdala hijack to using breath, music, and vision to reset your brain under pressure, this is a reframe of rest as a performance skill,  not a weakness.This isn't about doing it perfectly. It's about learning how to reset before everything unravels.1:30 The science of mental resets, how they differ from mindfulness, and why we work best in waves4:15 Why resets protect performance (and the power of micro-recovery)7:45 The 30-second reset: breath, music, and state change11:20 Visual resets: covering the eyes and panoramic vision15:30 Amygdala hijack — and how to regain control18:30 Common reset mistakes and why progress beats perfection Use Code "PQPODCAST10" to get 10% off your Lumo Coffee order:https://lumocoffee.com/ Interested in sharing your story? Email Producer Shannon at support@performanceintelligence.com today with your story and contact details. Learn more about Andrew and Performance Intelligence: https://performanceintelligence.com/Find out more about Andrew's Keynotes : https://performanceintelligence.com/keynotes/Follow Andrew May: https://www.instagram.com/andrewmay/Watch the Performance Intelligence Podcast on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@performanceintelligencepodcastIf you enjoy the podcast, we would really appreciate you leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Google Play. It takes less than 60 seconds and really helps us build our audience and continue to provide high quality guests.

Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Your Face and how the expressions you make while working out might be completely sabotaging your fitness goals. Could clenching your jaw and squinting through that last rep actually be telling your body you're in danger and ramping up your cortisol levels? On the flip side, what if something as simple as smiling or laughing during exercise could rewire your brain to associate movement with joy and reward? Jenn explores the fascinating connection between your facial expressions and your autonomic nervous system—but is forcing a smile during a brutal workout realistic, or will it actually make a difference in how your body responds to exercise? Tune in to find out. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Facial Expressions During Exercise, Exercise And Stress Relief, Autonomic Nervous System, Sympathetic Nervous System, Parasympathetic Nervous System, Fight Or Flight Response, Rest And Digest, Cortisol Levels, Exercise Fatigue, Smiling While Exercising, Dopamine Release, Endorphins, Cranial Nerve Seven, Facial Nerve, Amygdala, Mid Cingulate Cortex, Mind Body Connection, Nervous System Signals, Jaw Clenching, Exercise Struggle, Workout Recovery, Group Fitness Classes, Exercise Motivation, Finding Joy In Movement, Body Movement, Physical Activity, Workout Mindset, Exercise Psychology, Stress Response, Danger Signals To Body, Safety Signals, Brain Programming, Reward Response, Exercise Enjoyment, Running Tips, Half Marathon Training, Exercise Pace, Movement Types, Fitness Instructors, Health Coach, Wellness And Weight Loss, Nutrition And Fitness, Exercise Benefits, How Facial Expressions Affect Exercise Performance And Stress, Smiling During Workouts To Release Endorphins And Reduce Cortisol

Ever notice how you can be chatting effortlessly, then the moment a new person shows up, you freeze and your brain goes blank? In this episode, Dr. K breaks down why some conversations feel smooth and others suddenly become hard, especially when you feel judged, intimidated, or you want to make a good impression. He explains the nervous system shift that happens in real time, how threat detection hijacks your social flow, and why trying to force yourself to be charming makes it worse. Then he gives a simple roadmap to get back into a relaxed, fluid vibe using breathing, repeated low stakes exposure, and a curiosity based mindset shift. Topics Included -Why conversation flows when you are relaxed, and collapses when you feel evaluated -Parasympathetic vs sympathetic nervous system in social moments How bullying or past social pain trains your brain to treat strangers as threats -Amygdala activation and the freeze response -How overthinking and self monitoring kills conversational flow -A stroke example that shows how the frontal lobes can inhibit free speech -Fast in the moment reset using slow exhalations -Exposure therapy for social ease through small benign interactions -Practical starter reps with low pressure strangers -Using curiosity to replace threat scanning and get back into connection -Reframing small talk as a rare chance to meet a unique person -Letting go of needing approval, especially from people you will never see again HG Coaching : https://bit.ly/46bIkdo Dr. K's Guide to Mental Health: https://bit.ly/44z3Szt HG Memberships : https://bit.ly/3TNoMVf Products & Services : https://bit.ly/44kz7x0 HealthyGamer.GG: https://bit.ly/3ZOopgQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to help your child build real emotional resilience—without power struggles or shame? In this heart-centered and science-backed episode, Wendy sits down with educator, content creator, and former Sesame Street director Anna Housley Juster, Ph.D., LICSW to explore how play, brain science, and emotional literacy help kids build true self-regulation. Anna explains how the amygdala works, why threat responses show up so fast, and how connection, storytelling, and simple co-regulation tools can help both kids (and parents) feel safe and calm during big emotional moments.

Feeling grateful isn't just a positive emotion—it's one of the most powerful tools you have to build cognitive reserve and protect your brain from Alzheimer's.In this episode, we're breaking down the science-backed benefits of gratitude for your body and brain—and revealing why traditional practices fall short, and what to do instead to rewire your brain so you can reduce stress, improve your memory, and protect your brain against cognitive decline.Plus we're sharing 4 journaling prompts that can make your gratitude practice truly transformative.

Welcome to the Empowered Eating Holiday Edit! Ever found yourself going back for seconds… and thirds… only to end the night uncomfortably full and regretting it later? I've been there too—plate after plate of mashed potatoes when what I really needed was comfort, not another serving. But instead of finding peace, I found myself stuck in the spin cycle of overeating, guilt, and swearing I'd “start fresh on Monday.” Sound familiar? Or maybe you've seen a family member ride that same teacup spin. Either way—you are not alone. And the good news? There's a way off that ride. In this episode of The Empowered Eating Holiday Edit, we're tackling impulse control at the Thanksgiving table—because it's not just about willpower or saying “no” to pie. It's about understanding what's happening in your brain, body, and emotions, and learning how to make empowered choices that let you actually enjoy the holiday without the crash, guilt, or food hangover.

Pre-Order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK and receive exclusive bonuses: https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/Want ad-free episodes, exclusives and access to community Q&As? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.comIn this fascinating episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon talks with neuroscientist Dr. Ben Rein, PhD (author of Why Brains Need Friends), about the science of social connection, emotion, and cognitive health. Dr. Rein, an expert in neurobiology and psychedelic research, reveals the cutting-edge studies that explain why loneliness is as damaging as smoking and how our digital world is affecting our brain's ability to connect.They discuss the neurochemistry of love, the controversial use of MDMA in therapy, and whether AI can ever truly replace human intimacy. This conversation provides an essential look at the biological drivers of happiness, performance, and long-term brain health.Chapter Markers:0:00 - MDMA (Molly): The History & Therapeutic Benefits 5:59 - The Legal Status of MDMA for PTSD 6:44 - The Safety and Effectiveness of MDMA in Clinical Trials 8:29 - PTSD (The Amygdala Alarm) 9:41 - How MDMA Soothes the Amygdala to Access Memory 11:42 - Is There an Alternative to MDMA? (Ketamine's Mechanism) 13:16 - Ketamine and Neuroplasticity for Depression 15:48 - Botox and Empathy: 18:12 - The Problem of Volume: How Screens Depersonalize Interaction 19:48 - The Virtual Disengagement Hypothesis Explained 25:00 - Defining Cognitive and Emotional Empathy 29:43 - MDMA's Link to Serotonin & Social Reward 31:04 - Do SSRIs Have Pro-Social Effects? 36:10 - The Science of Likability and "Easy to Read" Faces 40:10 - Top 3 Ways to Be More Likable49:49 - The Likability Gap: Why You Underestimate How Well-Liked You Are 56:59 - The Neurobiology of Oxytocin, Dopamine, and Serotonin1:09:23 - The Goldilocks Zone of Empathy 1:15:58 - Narcolepsy 1:18:16 - Alcohol: Why the Neurotoxin is Bad for Brain Health 1:21:47 - Exercise and Neurogenesis1:22:27 - Sex, Orgasm, and Oxytocin Release 1:25:06 - Oxytocin During Childbirth Who is Ben Rein:Dr. Ben Rein is an award-winning neuroscientist and Chief Science Officer of the Mind Science Foundation, where he supports early-career researchers in neuroscience. He earned his PhD from SUNY Buffalo and completed postdoctoral training at Stanford University, publishing over 20 peer-reviewed papers on autism, empathy, MDMA, and digital behavior. Recognized by the NIH, the Society for Neuroscience, and Sigma Xi, he also serves as a scientific advisor to more than 20 organizations. With over one million followers and 75 million video views, Dr. Rein is celebrated for making neuroscience accessible to the public and has been featured by outlets such as Good Morning America, ABC News, and PopularMechanics.Thank you to our sponsors:BodyHealth: Use code LYON20 to get 20% off your first order https://www.bodyhealthaffiliates.com/73L4QL3/7XDN2/BON CHARGE Holiday Sale https://boncharge.com for 25% off Pique 20% off for life: https://Piquelife.com/DRLYONFind Ben Rein at: Website: https://www.benrein.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.benrein/#TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.benrein?lang=enFacebook:

Leilani and Kimberlyn discuss both the science and their personal experiences of perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause.  Join them for the ride!Their check-ins:  Kimberlyn reacts to reading Stephanie Foo's book, What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma;  Leilani loves giving gifts to her future self!Mentioned in the episode: Zoe Branch's poem,  “The Next Big Thing “http://www.patreon.com/WitchyWit Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/WitchyWitPodcast Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/Witchy_Wit  Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3azUkFVlECTlTZQVX5jl1X?si=8WufnXueQrugGDIYWbgc3A  Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/witchy-wit/id1533482466 Pandora:https://pandora.app.link/nNsuNrSKneb  Google Podcast:Witchy Wit (google.com)

Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On the episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon discusses the importance of the off-season in triathlon, offering free Needs Assessment calls to help athletes plan for 2026. He emphasizes the critical role of physical challenges in improving performance, both for athletes and non-athletes. Dixon explains that physical challenges provide embodied learning, immediate feedback, and confidence-building experiences. He highlights the neuroscience behind high-stakes situations, noting that controlled stress paired with recovery enhances resilience and performance. Dixon encourages listeners to set ambitious physical challenges now to ensure a successful and well-prepared 2026 season. If you have any questions about the Purple Patch program, feel free to reach out at info@purplepatchfitness.com.   Purple Patch and Episode Resources Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Book a complementary needs assessment coaching call: https://calendly.com/coaches-purplepatch/offseason-assessment-call Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike  Explore our training options in detail: https://bit.ly/3XBo1Pi  Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com  Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com  

What if routines weren't about rigid discipline, but living systems designed to support our energy, creativity, and joy?In this episode, Sarah explores how neurodivergent brains can thrive when routines mix structure with novelty. She shares her own journey of discovering what works (and what doesn't), reframing “inconsistency” as rhythm, and why building systems with compassion matters more than following someone else's rulebook.You'll hear:Why our brains need both structure and noveltyThe surprising power of aiming for 70% consistency (instead of 100%)Signs you might be out of alignment with your routinesHow to release shame and design for your natural energy cyclesPractical strategies—like meal prep, environmental cues, and gamifying tasks—that make life easierFrom gamifying chores to recognizing “bore out” vs. burnout, Sarah offers tools and perspectives that help you create rituals that actually stick—because they're aligned with who you are.Join Our Community:Join the Moon Studio Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themoonstudioBuy the 2025 Many Moons Lunar Planner: https://moon-studio.co/collections/all-products-excluding-route/products/many-moons-2025Subscribe to our newsletter: https://moon-studio.co/pages/newsletterFind Sarah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gottesss/

Stress, inflammation, gut and nervous system health are all interconnected. The good news is, treating one often helps to improve the others. Specifically, if you're experiencing any type of stressor, it would be beneficial to improve your vagus nerve and gut health. In this episode, I'll walk through the top treatments that work for stopping high stress and creating long term balanced mental health.    ✅Start healing with us! Learn more about our virtual clinic:  https://drruscio.com/virtual-clinic/  

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Dr. Robert Sapolsky, PhD, a professor of biology, neurology and neurological sciences at Stanford University.   We discuss different types of stress and how our perception of stress as harmful or beneficial largely depends on context. He also explains how testosterone amplifies pre-existing behaviors and tendencies, and he highlights the crucial role of estrogen in supporting brain and body health. We also discuss daily cognitive practices for stress mitigation and how modern life, influenced by social media and complex social hierarchies, shapes our responses to stress. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman David: https://davidprotein.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 Robert Sapolsky 00:00:23 Positive & Negative Stress; Excitement, Amygdala 00:02:47 Testosterone & Brain, Aggression, Hierarchy 00:06:27 Sponsors: Function & LMNT 00:09:18 Testosterone, Motivation, Challenge & Confidence 00:13:52 Dopamine, Testosterone & Motivation 00:16:20 Estrogen, Brain & Health, Replacement Therapies 00:18:12 Stress Mitigation 00:22:09 Sponsors: AG1 & David 00:24:59 Cognitive Practices for Stress Mitigation, Individual Variability, Consistency 00:27:18 Stress, Perception & Individual Differences 00:29:39 Context, Stress & Brain 00:32:47 Social Media, Context, Multiple Hierarchies 00:35:57 Acknowledgments Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices