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Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee
How To Future-Proof Your Brain: Simple Daily Practices to Improve Focus, Energy, Memory, Mood & Emotional Wellbeing with Dr Daniel Amen #555

Feel Better, Live More with Dr Rangan Chatterjee

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 92:15


What if the health of your brain determined the health of every other part of your life – your body, your relationships, even your sense of purpose? Today's guest firmly believes that it does.  Dr Daniel Amen is a child and adult psychiatrist, who is on a mission to end mental illness by creating a revolution in brain health. He is also the founder of Amen Clinics, home to the world's largest database of brain scans for psychiatry and the author of multiple best-selling books including his very latest, Change Your Brain Every Day: Simple Daily Practices to Strengthen Your Mind, Memory, Mood, Focus, Energy, Habits, and Relationships. In this conversation, Daniel shares insights from over 250,000 brain scans and decades of clinical practice and we talk about:  Why mental health is really brain health – and why stigma and shame often stand in the way of proper care The surprising link between brain function and behaviour – from impulsivity and focus to joy and connection How brain imaging is transforming psychiatry – and why Daniel believes we should “image, not guess” when treating emotional or cognitive issues The “BRIGHT MINDS” framework –  that covers the key risk factors you can address to protect your brain immediately The simple daily habits that can literally shape the structure and function of your brain Daniel's approach is both science-backed and deeply compassionate. He reminds us that we are not stuck with the brain we have – we can make it better, at any age, through lifestyle, mindset and targeted care.    Whether you're struggling with your mood, memory, focus or simply want to feel sharper and more vibrant, this conversation will leave you feeling hopeful and empowered to take control of your brain - and your life.   Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore.  For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com.   Thanks to our sponsors: https://join.whoop.com/livemore https://boncharge.com/livemore https://drinkag1.com/livemore https://airbnb.co.uk/host   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/555   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

Advanced Manufacturing Now
Advancing the Future of Manufacturing: The SME Bright Minds Student Mentorship Program

Advanced Manufacturing Now

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 23:18


In this episode, Steve Plumb explores the SME Bright Minds Student Mentorship Program with Robert Komljenovic, Operating Board Member for Acieta and mentor to Hailey Kressin, student at the Colorado School of Mines. They highlight the journeys of Robert and Hailey, the dynamics of the mentorship program, and the challenges faced in balancing academic and professional aspirations.

Outer Limits Of Inner Truth
The Brain Optimization Blueprint with Dr. Daniel Amen

Outer Limits Of Inner Truth

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 36:45


Renowned brain health expert Dr. Daniel G. Amen reveals transformative insights into optimizing brain function, no matter its current state. Our conversation takes you through Dr. Amen's groundbreaking findings, highlighting the often-overlooked consequences of mild traumatic brain injuries and the limitations of traditional psychiatry in neglecting the brain's physical condition. With a deep dive into the distinctions between physical and emotional trauma, Dr. Amen provides a crucial understanding of how these factors affect brain activity, offering a nuanced perspective for addressing mental health challenges effectively. Explore the intricate relationship between lifestyle choices and brain health with us. Drawing from my upcoming book, "The End of Mental Illness," Dr. Amen and I discuss how common dependencies on caffeine, alcohol, and sugar can severely impact mental well-being. We delve into the addictive nature of sugar and its potential role in depression and dementia, all while emphasizing the need for fostering healthier relationships with food and substances. Learn about the fascinating insights gained from brain scans and discover a free online test that can help you better understand your brain type, ultimately enabling a more personalized approach to mental health. We also address the potential health risks of electromagnetic frequencies from devices like cell phones and emerging technologies like 5G. Dr. Amen discusses the alarming rise in deaths related to drugs, alcohol, and suicide, suggesting a paradigm shift in viewing these issues as brain illnesses. The conversation explores the impact of physical health on brain function, and we touch on the transformative power of music in enhancing creativity, mood stabilization, and relaxation. Listen in as we discuss the importance of aligning lifestyle choices with natural rhythms and explore alternative mental health treatments like diet, exercise, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). ------------------ Dr. Daniel G. Amen believes that brain health is central to all health and success. When your brain works right, he says, you work right; and when your brain is troubled you are much more likely to have trouble in your life. His work is dedicated to helping people have better brains and better lives. The Washington Post called Dr. Amen the most popular psychiatrist in America and Sharecare named him the web's #1 most influential expert and advocate on mental health. Dr. Amen is a physician, double board certified psychiatrist, television producer and ten-time New York Times bestselling author. He is the Founder and Medical Director of Amen Clinics across the US. Amen Clinics have the world's largest database of functional brain scans relating to behavior, totaling more than 125,000 scans on patients from 111 countries. Dr. Amen is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, the highest award given to members, and is the lead researcher on the world's largest brain imaging and rehabilitation study on professional football players. His research has not only demonstrated high levels of brain damage in players, he also showed the possibility of significant recovery for many with the principles that underlie his work. Together with Pastor Rick Warren and Dr. Mark Hyman, Dr. Amen is also one of the chief architects on Saddleback Church's “Daniel Plan,” a program to get the world healthy through religious organizations. Dr. Amen has written, produced and hosted 11 popular shows about the brain for public television, which have been aired more than 100,000 times across North America. Dr. Amen is the author or co-author of 70 professional articles, seven book chapters, and over 30 books, including the #1 New York Times bestseller The Daniel Plan and Change Your Brain, Change Your Life, Magnificent Mind At Any Age, Change Your Brain, Change Your Body, Use Your Brain to Change Your Age, Unleash the Power of the Female Brain and Healing ADD.  --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS --------- (0:00:01) - Mastering the Brain With Dr. Amon (0:05:19) - Balancing Brain Health and Behavior (0:20:17) - Revolution in Brain Health (0:26:56) - Optimizing Brain Function Through Lifestyle --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS --------- (0:00:01) - Mastering the Brain With Dr. Amon Dr. Daniel G. Amen's insights on brain health, including the impact of trauma and the shortcomings of traditional psychiatry. (0:05:19) - Balancing Brain Health and Behavior Daily habits and mental health are impacted by caffeine, alcohol, and sugar, as discussed in "The End of Mental Illness" book. (0:20:17) - Revolution in Brain Health Cell phone health risks, mental health and brain function, brainwave frequencies, and music's transformative power. (0:26:56) - Optimizing Brain Function Through Lifestyle Music genres' impact on brain function, genetic and developmental factors in sleep patterns, concerns over substance use for mental health, and small choices for brain health. --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH FULL SUMMARIES --------- (0:00:01) - Mastering the Brain With Dr. Amon (5 Minutes) This chapter focuses on the remarkable insights of Dr. Daniel G. Amen regarding brain health and optimization. We explore Dr. Amen's groundbreaking discoveries, including the ability to improve brain function regardless of its current state, the profound impact of mild traumatic brain injuries that often go unnoticed, and the shortcomings of traditional psychiatry that overlooks the brain's physical state. Dr. Amen distinguishes between physical and emotional trauma, highlighting how each affects brain activity differently. He shares how physical trauma can lead to decreased brain activity, while emotional trauma can cause heightened activity in the limbic system, which is crucial for understanding how to appropriately treat various mental health challenges. Understanding these differences is essential to either calming or repairing the brain effectively. (0:05:19) - Balancing Brain Health and Behavior (15 Minutes) This chapter focuses on the relationship between daily habits and mental health, specifically discussing the impacts of caffeine, alcohol, and sugar on the brain. I share insights from my upcoming book, "The End of Mental Illness," where I discuss how society's dependency on coffee to wake up and alcohol to sleep can contribute to mental health issues. By gradually reducing caffeine and alcohol intake, individuals can improve their energy levels and sleep quality without withdrawal symptoms. The conversation highlights the addictive and inflammatory nature of sugar, its role in depression and dementia, and its negative effects on brain healing and function. The importance of maintaining healthy relationships with food and substances is emphasized, suggesting that food should "love you back." Finally, we touch on the insights gained from brain scans regarding personality and behavior, introducing a free online test to help people understand their brain types. (0:20:17) - Revolution in Brain Health (7 Minutes) This chapter addresses concerns about the pervasive use of cell phones and the potential health risks associated with electromagnetic frequencies (EMFs) and radiation exposure from devices like microwaves and the emerging 5G technology. The discussion touches on the alarming rise in deaths from drugs, alcohol, and suicide, linking them to broader mental health issues and suggesting a shift from viewing these as mental illnesses to brain illnesses. Highlighting Dr. Amen's work, we explore the impact of weight and physical health on brain function, emphasizing the importance of preventing or treating risk factors like low blood flow and diabesity, as outlined in the "Bright Minds" mnemonic. We also discuss the influence of brainwave frequencies and cognition enhancers, sharing insights on brain-enhancing music's potential to improve mental health and function, reflecting on the transformative power of music in promoting creativity, mood stabilization, and relaxation. (0:26:56) - Optimizing Brain Function Through Lifestyle (9 Minutes) This chapter focuses on the impact of different music genres on brain function and the individual variability in optimal brain rhythms, discussing a personal study comparing rock, country, classical, and heavy metal music on memory. I also explore the genetic and developmental factors influencing whether someone is a morning or night person and emphasize the importance of aligning one's lifestyle with their natural rhythms. We address the growing interest in using substances like MDMA, ketamine, and DMT for mental health treatment, while highlighting concerns over their use and advocating for alternatives such as diet, exercise, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Finally, I share insights on making small, informed choices to improve brain health, encouraging listeners to consider whether their daily actions are beneficial for their brains.

Pharmacy and Pharmacology Podcast
Unlock Your Potential: Dr. Amen on Brainpower

Pharmacy and Pharmacology Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 13:32


Discover the groundbreaking truth about mental health and brain health with renowned neuroscientist and psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Amen! Dr. Amen, author of the revolutionary book "The End of Mental Illness," joins us to shatter the stigma surrounding mental health and reveal the incredible power of brain optimization for a happier, healthier, and more successful life. Tune in as we explore: ● The shocking truth about the mental health industry and why traditional approaches are failing ● Dr. Amen's 4 circles framework for achieving holistic well-being ● Practical strategies for improving your brain health, from diet and exercise to sleep and stress management ● The surprising link between brain health and conditions like ADD, anxiety, depression, and even Alzheimer's ● How to identify and overcome the 11 major risk factors that steal your mind, using the BRIGHT MINDS mnemonic ● Why understanding your brain type is crucial for personal growth and relationship success ● Dr. Amen's personal journey to brain health, including his experience with his father and the transformative power of forgiveness ● Fascinating insights from Dr. Amen's work with celebrities like Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus, and Bella Hadid Dr. Amen's expertise and groundbreaking research will empower you to take control of your brain health and unlock your full potential! For business inquiries contact us at: ryan@vertexmadiacorp.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ryan-kennedy-podcast/support

The Adventure Capitalist
Halloween edition: Psychedelic stocks POPPED, The future of surfing, Is Mongolia the last frontier?

The Adventure Capitalist

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 48:12


Welcome to the Halloween episode! In this episode, we discuss the recent movement of stocks in the psychedelic space (and where it goes from here), why smart investors are betting millions on surf parks, and the future of business and travel in Mongolia. Chapters:  00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Happy Halloween 02:43 - Welcome new viewers! 04:48 - Bright Minds stock 09:36 - AbbVie Collab 21:14 - Surf Parks 31:27 - Mongolia 40:36 - The Mongol Rally 41:44 - United New Flights 47:41 - Outro Watch this episode on Youtube:  https://youtu.be/NBJiONX7Uc8 Follow Austin and Cody on X: https://x.com/a_brawn https://x.com/CodyShirk

The Water Table
#113: Drainage Water Recycling: Creating Resiliency Amidst Dwindling Resources

The Water Table

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 33:56 Transcription Available


As water resources are being stretched and pulled away from the ag sector, learn why creating resiliency in agricultural water management is more critical than ever. Guest host & Prinsco Application Engineer, Trey Allis, sits down with water management expert, Dr. Chris Hay, to get the details on his research into drainage water recycling. Can it boost yields? Yes. Is it worth the cost? This episode explores how drainage water recycling could be a solution.Chapters & Episode Topics: 00:00   00:18   Welcome to the Water Table!00:40   Welcome Dr. Chris Hay01:20   Go Rams!01:50   On to Nebraska…02:10   Becoming tri-lingual in engineering, statistics and hydrology03:00   Interaction between ground water and surface water04:44   Recharge!06:00   Into the world of drainage07:49   Onward to Iowa08:45   Transforming Drainage11:07   Hanging his own shingle…11:50   Drainage Water Recycling13:15   Seeing the benefits – doubling corn production13:44   Looking at the economics14:40   Irrigation vs. non-irrigation17:10   Closing the loop on nutrient loss18:00   The environmental benefit looks promising19:45   What are the size requirements?21:33   Who's paying for what?23:00   More engineers and dirt workers24:20   The opportunities with replacing infrastructure26:00   Irrigated acres vs. drained acres29:00   Opportunities for crop diversity32:20   The hydro illogic cycle33:20   Wrapping it upRelated Content: Episode 68: A Rain Barrel on Steroids; How Drainage Water Recycling Can Maximize ProductivityEpisode 77: How 5 Million Dollars, 39 Test Sites & 29 Bright Minds are Transforming DrainageEpisode 80: The Real Price of Drainage: Do the Benefits Outweigh the Cost?Find us on social media! Facebook Twitter InstagramListen on these Podcast Platforms:Apple Podcasts Spotify Visit our website to explore more episodes & water management education.

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute
2024 U.S. Election Special (part 3) with Kim Wehle

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 30:45


In the third and final episode of the election specials of our podcast Bright Minds, America expert and podcaster Laila Frank talks to law professor, constitutional scholar, commentator and author Kim Wehle. She is an expert on constitutional law and the separation of powers, with particular emphasis on presidential power and administrative agencies. Her latest book Pardon Power - How the Pardon System works – and Why, just dropped. In the run-up to the 2020 U.S. presidential election, she joined the John Adams to talk about her book How to Read the Constitution – and Why. What are her hopes, fears and expectations for this election cycle?KimberlyWhele.com her personal websiteLaila Frank  Become a Member of the John Adams  Want to find out more about the John Adams Institute? Check out our website!Support the show

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute
2024 U.S. Election Special (part 2) with Mark Leibovich

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 28:17


The current episodes of our podcast Bright Minds are all about the U.S. presidential elections. America journalist Laila Frank, specialized in politics and change in the U.S., will bring you conversations with remarkable American political thinkers about their hopes, fears and expectations for this election cycle.In the second episode of our election specials, Laila Frank talks to author, journalist and political insider Mark Leibovich. What are his hopes, fears and expectations for this election cycle?Mark is a staff writer for the Atlantic and the author of five books, including three New York Times best sellers, and two No. 1 Times best sellers, This Town (2013) and Thank You for Your Servitude. He is the recipient of a National Magazine Award for profile writing.  His latest piece in the Atlantic is a true gem of anecdotal yet brutal political analysis of the Republican Party. Mark Leibovich's Film Pick:All The President's Men Episode Links:Video of Mark Leibovich the John Adams Institute Mark Leibovich's page at The AtlanticLaila Frank    Become a member and support us! The John Adams is an independent foundation without structural subsidy.Want to find out more about the John Adams Institute? Check out our website and socials: Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedInSupport the show

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute
2024 U.S. Election Special (part 1) with Carol Anderson

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 34:39


The next three episodes of Bright Minds are all about the U.S. presidential elections. America journalist Laila Frank, specialized in politics and change in the U.S., will bring you conversations with remarkable American political thinkers about their hopes, fears and expectations for this election cycle.First up is professor of African-American studies and author Carol Anderson. She is a renowned speaker and has written several books on race, systemic inequality and power structures. All are extremely relevant for the upcoming elections.Carol Anderson's Book Picks:Tyranny of the Minority by Steven Levitsky and Daniel ZiblattMinority Rule by Ari BermanIn 2022, Carol Anderson took to the John Adams stage to talk about voting rights and the 2nd Amendment. Click here to watch the video.Become a member and support us! The John Adams is an independent foundation without structural subsidy.Want to find out more about the John Adams Institute? Check out our website and socials or subscribe to our newsletter.Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedInSupport the show

Word of Mom Radio
Tiffany Feingold Guiding Bright Minds The Village Vision w Dr. Crystal Morrison

Word of Mom Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 37:00


In 2020, Tiffany Feingold became the co-founder and CEO of Guiding Bright Minds, an organization dedicated to helping guide and educate parents of neurodivergent children, and in 2022 she co-founded The Colorado Neurodiverse Chamber of Commerce (CNDCC). An organization focused on improving employers' economic growth and development through the support of hiring and retaining qualified neurodiverse employees. We are the first neurodiverse chamber of commerce in the country. Connect with Tiffany at GuidingBrightMinds.com and on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. Dr. Crystal Morrison is a highly regarded executive advisor, strategist, leader,  and co-founder of Meerkat Village, improving outcomes for children with special needs by building collaboration and communication among adults providing care. Follow at TheVillageVision.com and on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube. Dr. Crystal and Jeannette Paxia, bring you “SUPERHEROES on the Spectrum” unveiling a kaleidoscope of voices that span the spectrum of autism. Please support UnsilencedVoices.org.   WordofMomRadio.com 

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Maximising your eComm photography with Catherine Abe from CollabArts

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 36:36


In this episode of the Bright Minds of E-Commerce Podcast, Dahna is joined by Catherine Abe from Collabarts to chat about maximising your eComm photography. Catherine emphasises the importance of consistency in branding and the significance of aligning your photography with your brand's identity to communicate the desired message effectively to your audience. Tune in for some tips on photography, repurposing content and upcoming trends.   In today's episode, you'll learn: Importance of consistency in branding Achieving professional quality with lighting Repurposing content for maximum impact Drawing inspiration from Art for unique content Emerging trends in photography and videography Diversifying content for eCommerce success   Links from the show: Bright Red Marketing Episode 63 Building Beauty Brands Podcast Collabarts Website, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok Podcast Recommendation: The Diary of a CEO by Steven Bartlett Book Recommendation: Unreasonable Hospitality by Will Gidara Special Offer: 10% off all services See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reload with Sean Hansen
When Bright Minds Fail to See Within - 197

The Reload with Sean Hansen

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2024 31:36 Transcription Available


Have you ever met someone so brilliant yet so blind to their own shortcomings? Join me, Sean, as I reveal the paradox of smart leaders with low self-awareness. We often applaud those with the 'right answers' but overlook the critical skill of being open to other perspectives. Throughout my years as a performance coach, I've witnessed the brightest minds struggle with recognizing their own blind spots. This episode peels back the layers of irony, emphasizing the need for incorporating self-reflection and embracing failure into the leadership toolkit. We'll discuss how a balance between internal conviction and receptiveness to feedback can be the linchpin for personal and professional growth.Reflecting upon a past rife with controlling tendencies, I share a personal story that opened my eyes to the subtle ways leaders can stifle their teams' development. We'll explore the transformative journey from unconscious habits to conscious change, both in personal relationships and team dynamics. It's not just about owning up to our mistakes; it's about reshaping our leadership approach to uplift those around us. As we narrate this intimate saga, witness the strength found in vulnerability, and the profound impact it can have on forging more conscious connections in every facet of life. Join us for this heartfelt exploration that promises to challenge your perceptions and inspire your evolution as a leader.Are you an executive, entrepreneur, or combat veteran looking to overcome subconscious blind spots and limiting messaging to unlock your highest performance? Feel free to reach out to Sean at Reload Coaching and Consulting.

El podcast de Cinoscar & Rarities
9x49 - SERIES: Los amos del aire, The Gentlemen: La serie, Astrid et Raphaelle (Bright Minds), Rurangi y The Pacific

El podcast de Cinoscar & Rarities

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2024 44:19


Reseña sin spoilers de series y miniseries disponibles en plataformas de streaming. Participan Mayra Meza, Xavier Vidal, Raúl Artiaga y Julio. ¡Gracias por darle al play! Guía del programa: 0' Presentación - 2' SERIE DESTACADA: Los amos del aire - 7' SERIES EN SERIE: Avatar: la leyenda de Aang, The Gentlemen: La serie, Coppola, el representante, Astrid et Raphaëlle (Bright Minds), Mayflies y Such Brave Girls - 30' SERIES DE CINE: Rurangi - 37' SERIES RETRO: The Pacific - 43' Despedida Redes sociales: @CinoscaRarities Blog: https://cachecine.blogspot.com.es/ Correo: cinoscararities@gmail.com Escúchanos en Spotify, Ivoox y Apple Podcast

The Bird Bath
Fear Freed, Bright Minds, KC Animal Health

The Bird Bath

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2024 8:20


An extra day of February, what'd you miss in vet med?The Bridge Club WinnersInspire is FearlessJustFoodForCEOsInnovation in Kansas CitySubscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3JTYjRzHelpful links:2024 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application

K12Science
Science Fair: The Series

K12Science

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 4:44


I was recently reading the December 11, 2023 issue of “Forbes” magazine. In this issue, I read the article “Bright Minds, Big Innovations: Exploring 'Science Fair: The Series'.”  It was written by Tony Bradley. “Science Fair: The Series,” National Geographic's latest documentary series, is a deep dive into the world of young scientific minds, capturing their journey through the highly competitive International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).  It is available to stream on Hulu and Disney+.  This documentary series is a must-watch for anyone interested in the power of education, the resilience of youth, and the hopeful future shaped by bright, young minds.

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
Inventors, Bright Minds and Other Science Heroes of South Africa

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2023 10:53


Engela Duvenage is the Author of ‘Inventors, Bright Minds and Other Science Heroes of South Africa'. She joins John to explore a book that introduces readers to inventors, bright minds, and other brilliant science heroes of South Africa.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Water Table
#94: 2023– On the Road & In the Studio... Highlights from Our Most Popular Podcast Episodes

The Water Table

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 22:31 Transcription Available


And that's a wrap on 2023! It was a great year on The Water Table podcast. We took our mobile studio on the road and caught up with people all over the Midwest, including Iowa LICA Field Days to Minnesota Farm Fest. We also had some great guests in the studio, including a few who kicked Jamie out of the host chair to do their own interviews. Listen in to hear the highlights from some fan-favorite episodes, from the International Drainage Hall of Fame to the Transforming Drainage Project to Married to Drainage, and a lot of topics in between.Find all the highlighted episodes: #70: The International Drainage Hall of Fame– It's a Thing!#71: Is Drainage Infrastructure More Valuable Than Underground Transit?#73: How Much is Your Water Worth? More Than You Think…#77: How 5 Million Dollars, 39 Test Sites & 29 Bright Minds are Transforming Drainage#81: Married to Drainage with Kitty Rodelius and Kristine Fladeboe Duininck#82: Getting #%@$ done in Iowa with Batch and Build... On the Road#88: A Road Trip to Resiliency– What's Buried Beneath? with Harris & Griffin Duininck Find us on social media! Facebook Twitter InstagramListen on these Podcast Platforms :Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Visit our website to explore more episodes & water management education

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute
Jane Fonda: Living the Life

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 57:07


From Hollywood to Hanoi, Jane Fonda has endeared and enraged Americans for decades with her sparkling performances and outspoken views. Following an eclectic career as an actress, activist and fitness guru plus a string of high-profile husbands, the acclaimed Fonda tells all in her autobiography My Life So Far.In this episode of Bright Minds, Jane Fonda reveals intimate details and universal truths that she hopes ‘can provide a lens through which others can see their lives and how they can live them a little differently.'Support the show

The Essential Oil Revolution –– Aromatherapy, DIY, and Healthy Living w/ Samantha Lee Wright
391: The Silent Epidemic Contributing to Mental Illness and How to Recover from Head Trauma with Dr. Kabran Chapek, ND from the Amen Clinics

The Essential Oil Revolution –– Aromatherapy, DIY, and Healthy Living w/ Samantha Lee Wright

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2023 66:37


What You Will Learn: The prevalence of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and mild TBIs and why they are the silent epidemic. How the Amen Clinics method of looking at the brain through SPECT imaging is revolutionizing brain health, destigmatizing mental illness, and optimizing treatment. How a concussion causes primary and secondary pathological changes in brain function and structure. How ongoing brain inflammation from a head injury can lead to more noticeable symptoms later in life. How a certain antioxidant can be used immediately after a brain injury to prevent neuron cell death. The patterns of brain dysfunction that show up on in SPECT imaging to help diagnose a brain injury as being the root cause of mental or cognitive issues. The “First Aid Kit” for your brain and how using this combination of supplements is imperative when there's been a hit to the head. How there's hope for rehabilitating brains that have been damaged long-term, as evidence by Amen Clinic's NFL player study. What essential oils high in sesquiterpenes can assist with preventing excess brain inflammation.  Two supplement stars for preventing post-concussion symptoms.  How brain injury impacts hormones.  How contact sports impact brain health and hormones, especially in young brains. Why corticosteroids and magnesium threonate may not be helpful right after a brain injury. The role of melatonin for brain injury. How the acronym BRIGHT MINDS can help one to optimize brain health and prevent dementia. The role of the ketogenic diet after a brain injury and how it may not be the best for all brains in the long-term. Dr. Chapek's essential oils DIYs for diffusing oils in the car and preventing smelly feet. Closing questions: (1) What Dr. Chapek does for self-care daily and (2) what he feels we should ditch and replace with instead for better health and self-care. Find Dr. Chapek at https://www.amenclinics.com/team/kabran-chapek-nd/. Bio of Dr. Kabran Chapek, ND Dr. Chapek is a true brain health warrior, a trail-blazing pioneer, an exceptionally brilliant physician, and expert in psychiatric care. He studied human biology at the University of Kansas and received his naturopathic medicine degree at the internationally renowned Bastyr University. Dr. Chapek has an extensive background in treating a wide range of mental health disorders. From 2007-2013, he began his clinical psychiatric experience as part of a multidisciplinary team in Edmunds, Washington. There he treated patients with severe mental illness and addiction issues in a partial hospital program. He later became their medical director before moving on to be a staff physician at the Amen Clinics. Currently, he serves as the Associate Medical Director at the prestigious Amen Clinics Northwest. Dr. Chapek provides his expertise in functional and integrative treatments and collaborates extensively with many of the Amen Clinics physicians. He has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of Alzheimer's and dementia, traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Chapek was integral to the creation of the Amen Clinics Concussion Rescue Program and is the author of the Concussion Rescue: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury. In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Chapek provides detailed, breakthrough and empowering solutions on how to recover from brain injury.  Links to Learn More About Dr. Kabran Chapek: The Amen Clinics IG @drkabran_chapek Concussion Rescue Program Book: Concussion Rescue: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury Watch Dr. Chapek with Professional BMX Rider Tyler Fernengel Discussing Concussions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Avoiding Burnout and Building Profitable Relationships with Business Strategist, Annelise Worn

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 27:57


Welcome to another episode of the Bright Minds of E-Commerce podcast. Today, we're joined by the brilliant Annelise Worn, a Business Strategist with a wealth of experience in navigating the e-commerce landscape. Get ready for a conversation packed with valuable tips on collaborations, visibility, mindset mastery, and simplifying strategies for e-commerce success.   In today's episode you'll learn: The importance of mindset mastery in e-commerce Strategies to increase visibility and stand out in a crowded market Building profitable relationships and collaborations for business growth Avoiding burnout by simplifying your business and setting realistic goals Identifying and plugging time and money leaks in your operations When and how to hire help and how to delegate tasks for optimal efficiency Focusing on the five key metrics/numbers every e-commerce business owner should monitor Streamlining your daily habits and morning routine for success   Links from the show: Join the waitlist for – Small Budgets, Big Results Bright Red Marketing Episode 54 Annelise's Website, Instagram, and Facebook Page Podcast Recommendation: Gambition Radio with Ali Brown In podcast mentions: Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss & Think It, Be It by John Mitchelle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
From 10k in 10 Minutes to 150 Stockists within 2 Years with Victoria Scuteri from Destino the Label

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2023 25:39


In this episode of the Bright Minds of E-Commerce Podcast, Dahna sits down with Victoria Scuteri, the visionary founder of Destino the Label. Join the conversation as Victoria shares the brand's profound narrative and product, achieving a successful brand launch, navigating grief, moving into wholesale and triumphing in e-commerce. Gain actionable insights and discover the keys to thriving in business. Tune in for a tale of resilience, passion, and strategic success.   In today's episode you'll learn: The power of personal stories and emotional connections in building a brand. Strategies for a successful product launch, including social media, email marketing, and word of mouth. Overcoming grief and turning a personal journey into a positive force for others. The importance of making your business stand out by solving a problem, creating emotional connections, or offering something unique. Key insights into wholesaling, from the initial decision to the importance of understanding your target market. Practical tips for e-commerce businesses, emphasizing simplicity in processes for customers and wholesalers alike. The significance of non-negotiable daily habits for maintaining balance and avoiding burnout.   Links from the show: Join the waitlist for - Small Budgets, Big Results Bright Red Marketing Episode 53 Destino the Label Website, Instagram and Facebook Page Podcast Recommendation: The Mindset Mentor Book Recommendation: Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki Special Offer: 15% off the whole website using the code: brightred See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MelissaBPhD's podcast
EP155: Brain Health Tips: BRIGHT MINDS with Barbara Gustavson | Preventing Alzheimer's Disease

MelissaBPhD's podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2023 43:42


When you have positive beliefs about aging, there's a protective effect above and beyond what your genetics say. —Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN While our brains undergo changes as we age, it's important to note that these do not necessarily mean we are normally bound to have Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. So, let's come together for this week's episode and learn from Barbara Gustavson, a passionate advocate for mental and brain health as we talk about risk factors and practical strategies to keep your brain working at its best! ▶️ Brain Health Tips: BRIGHT MINDS with Barbara Gustavson | Preventing Alzheimer's Disease ✔️ The BRIGHT MINDS program focuses on educating individuals about the risk factors associated with brain health. ✔️ We cover the simplified breakdown using the BRIGHT MINDS acronym. It's an easy way for us to remember the risk factors, their associated risks, and general strategies.  Barbara Gustavson is a mental and brain health advocate and leadership facilitator who trains health and wellness professionals world-wide on dealing with burnout. Her holistic and strengths-based approaches in professional development are rooted in neuroscience. She is a multiple award-winner in the fields of leadership, resiliency and wellness and is the author of Permission to be BOLD and co-author of Breaking Average. She has a degree in Business Management, is a Certified Leadership and Brain Health Coach, and is currently enrolled in a master's program in psychology at Arizona State University. Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/discovernextstep Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bgustavson/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbaragustavson/ More Resources: Discovernext.com AmenClinics.com #selfcare #caregiving #caregivers #mentalhealth #brainhealth #resilience #wellness #healthcare ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About MelissaBPhD Melissa Batchelor, PhD, RN, FNP, FGSA, FAAN. I am a nurse, nurse practitioner, nurse educator and nurse researcher with over 25 years of experience in the aging and long-term care healthcare space. You can visit my website at MelissaBPhD.com to learn more about me, how you can work with me directly, and/or support future episodes of the podcast. Within the first 18 months of launching this podcast, we reached a ranking of top 10% globally. I have all of you who've been with me on this journey so far to thank for that! The best way you can help the podcast continue to grow is to LIKE the podcast with a thumbs up, SHARE the podcasts you like with others, SUBSCRIBE, and LEAVE A REVIEW. These things only take a minute of your time, but they really do help increase my rating and ranking; but more importantly, these actions help other people find the podcast. For the most up-to-date news and information about the podcast and other products and services I am offering, please visit my website, sign up for my newsletter, and follow me on social media.

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Making the Most of Your Product Photography with Paige Noelle

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2023 37:27


Welcome to another episode of Bright Minds of eCommerce, where this week, we delve into the world of product photography with the talented Stylist and Product Photographer, Paige Noelle. In this insightful conversation, Paige shares invaluable tips and strategies to elevate your brand through product imagery. From DIY to professional photography, get all your tips here. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your visual identity, Paige's expertise provides a roadmap for creating stunning product photos that captivate your audience. Stay tuned for a deep dive into the art and science of product photography. In today's episode you'll learn: Tips and tricks to DIY exceptional photos at home. The importance of finding a photographer who aligns with your aesthetic and product style. Tips for assessing a photographer's compatibility through their portfolio and communication style. The significance of having a diverse product photo library, including lifestyle, stylised, and classic e-commerce shots. Utilising tools such as Lightroom and Canva for quick wins, such as correcting deep edge imagery and creating compelling visuals. The strategy of “eating the frog” – tackling the most significant task first to boost productivity. Leveraging a seasonal approach in product photography to extend the longevity of your imagery. Creative ways to make the most out of your product photos, from collaborative Christmas competitions to versatile set creations. The benefits of having a well-organised and accessible product photo library for consistent content creation. Links from the show: Join the 5-Day Ad Sprint! Bright Red Marketing Episode 52 Paige Noelle Stylist Website and Instagram Get Paige's Free Photo Product Planner! The Drop Studio for beautiful backgrounds Podcast Recommendations: The Lisa and Sarah Show, Rise and Conquer, We Don't Have Time for This, and The Diary of a CEO See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BizNews Radio
Unearthing Bright Minds in Rural Limpopo for Transformative Education – Sumbandila's Leigh Bristow

BizNews Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 17:25


In the Vhembe district of Limpopo, one of South Africa's poorest provinces, a non-profit organisation named Sumbandila Scholarship Trust was established with a mission to identify children who are exceptionally bright, particularly in maths and English, from poor rural homes. Many of them were slipping through the cracks of South Africa's struggling educational system. The trust provides three programs, including Saturday and holiday school programs, full bursaries for independent or Model C schools, and comprehensive support for university education and beyond. Sumbandila, which means "Show the Way," serves as a model of what can be achieved when bright students receive the right support and encouragement. In an interview, Leigh Bristow, the Founder and Executive Director of Sumbandila, shared the success stories of some of her intelligent and determined pupils. One of her former pupils is now a teacher at St Stithians College in Johannesburg, and an orphan now works in Risk Management at Investec. Bristow says what makes the program so successful is that it operates like a family, there is wrap-around support at university level and beyond. Sumbandila is currently developing a prototype of a hub that would enable children to self-learn. “Children have a remarkable ability to teach themselves given the right set of tools,” she said. Bristow says she also has a vision for an alumni program to guide former students in financial literacy, home ownership, wellness and voting.

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Building a Brand Committed to Sustainability and Social Impact with Kelly Barrett from Underwear for Humanity

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2023 0:02


Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Bright Minds of e-Commerce. In today's conversation, we sit down with Kelly Barrett, the visionary founder of Underwear for Humanity. As an advocate for sustainability, Kelly has taken e-commerce to new heights with her profound commitment to ethical and eco-conscious practices. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating journey of Underwear for Humanity, Kelly shares her experiences, challenges, and triumphs, offering key takeaways for e-commerce entrepreneurs.    In today's episode you'll learn: The importance of approaching business with a thoughtful and deliberate mindset, avoiding rushed decisions. Why sustainability should be a top priority for your brand and how to prioritise it even if it means facing delays. The journey towards B Corp certification and the benefits of working with a consultant in this process. Strategies for educating your customers about sustainable practices and managing their expectations, fostering a cultural shift. How to implement recycling initiatives and the impact of repurposing old underwear and bras. Incorporating socially regenerative business practices, from working with underrepresented suppliers to ethical manufacturing and fair wages. The concept of one-for-one donations and how it leads to continuous charitable contributions. The idea of living in "flow" in business, embracing possibilities, and avoiding excessive control. Embedding sustainability in various aspects of your business, including sourcing, supplier relationships, office practices, and charitable initiatives.   Show Notes: Book Your Free Strategy Session! Bright Red Marketing Episode 49 Underwear for Humanity Website, Facebook, and Instagram  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teachers Talk Radio
Bright Minds, Brighter Futures: The Tuesday Late Late Show with Emily Edwards

Teachers Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 59:55


Join me, Emily Edwards, to discuss why we need to build more positivity into the profession and how we can do so authentically.

The Water Table
On the Road... Saturated Buffers– Stepping up to the Plate

The Water Table

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 32:51 Transcription Available


Saturated buffers– do they really work!? How are researchers working with the boots on the ground to figure things out? Or is it all just a big guessing game? Guest host Trey Allis catches up with Dr. Matt Helmers and Charlie Schafer to answer these questions and more in this episode of the The Water Table Podcast on the road at the Iowa LICA Farm. Episode Topics: 00:00   Intro00:32   Coming up on The Water Table…00:52   Welcome Matt and Charlie04:00   Saturated buffers – what the heck are they?06:00   What led to the invention…07:30   It's about economics and weather08:30   Partnerships; they're the jam.10:15   Maybe it works, maybe it doesn't11:30   Rural economic development14:20   Going down the drain15:00   Growing interest from contractors15:40   Saturated buffers explained16:50   Show me the money17:50   Let's get ‘er done19:00   Don't be stupid; make a plan!22:00   But is it effective?23:30   Transforming drainage26:30   What's next30:00   We're here to help31:00   The last wordRelated content: Iowa Learning FarmsConservation Drainage NetworkIndustry Best Practice: Saturated BufferHow 5 Million Dollars, 39 Test Sites and 29 Bright Minds are Transforming DrainageMore episodes with Charlie Schafer & Dr. Matt Helmers: #1: A Case for Water Management#13: Advocacy and Water Management PracticesAbout the guests: Charlie Schafer is the president and owner of Agri Drain Corporation, which he founded with his brothers in 1976. He has served on multiple boards associated with water management and is currently the Vice Chair for the National Land Improvement Contractors of America (LICA) Board and the Chairman of the Board for the Agriculture Drainage Management Coalition (ADMC). Charlie is also the founder and CEO of Ecosystem Services Exchange (ESE). He was inducted into the International Drainage Hall of Fame in 2022.Dr. Matt Helmers is the Director of the Iowa Nutrient Research Center, the Dean's Professor in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, and a Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering at Iowa State University, where he has been on the faculty since 2003. Dr. Helmers' research areas include studies on the impact of nutrient management, cropping practices, drainage design and management, and strategic placement of buffer systems on nutrient export from agricultural landscapes.Follow us on social media: Facebook Twitter Find us on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Explore more episodes & water management education here. 

The Dr. Ashley Show
07. Why Your BRAIN Might Be SHRINKING (11 Reasons You Need To Know From Brain Health Expert Dr. Amen)

The Dr. Ashley Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2023 23:24


As we age, concerns about our brain health, from dementia and memory loss to everyday brain function, become paramount. In this episode, I discuss the strategies for improving and maintaining brain health with help from Brain Expert Dr. Amen's BRIGHT MINDS acronym. Whether you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, this video will give you essential steps to keep optimal brain function and help you say goodbye to age-related cognitive decline. Get A Free Copy Of My Book: 5 Steps To Reset The Scale: A quick, easy-to-read guide explaining the science behind why weight gain REALLY happens (hint: it's much more complicated than calories in and out).

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning
Brain Fact Friday: What Do Dr. Caroline Leaf and Dr. Daniel Amen Have in Common? ”Preparing Our Next Generation for Success: With Their Brain Health in Mind”

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 29:16


“By recommending that we balance our choices in biological (diet and exercise), psychological (stress control), social (relationships) and spiritual components in our lives, (Dr. Daniel Amen) provides a desperately needed roadmap to maximize brain health.” Joseph C Maroon, MD from Dr. Daniel Amen's book, The End of Mental Illness that we will dive deeper into on today's episode. On today's episode #301 we will cover: ✔  A review of EP #128 of Dr. Daniel Amen's book, The End of Mental Illness. ✔ An overview of Season 10 with Mental and Physical Health at the Top of Our List. ✔ What do Dr. Caroline Leaf and Dr. Daniel Amen have in common this month? ✔ How Andrea first learned about Dr. Leaf's work, and where they both spoke together. ✔ What Dr. Amen is focused on TODAY. ✔ What Dr. Leaf is focused on TODAY. ✔ How we can better prepare ourselves to help our next generation with their mental and physical health. ✔ The 4 circles of Wellness. ✔ How to Manage Our Mind Using Dr. Leaf and Dr. Amen's work together.  Welcome back to The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we connect the science-based evidence behind social and emotional learning (that's finally being taught in our schools today) and emotional intelligence training (used in our modern workplaces) for improved well-being, achievement, productivity and results—using what I saw as the missing link (since we weren't taught this when we were growing up in school), the application of practical neuroscience. I'm Andrea Samadi, an author, and an educator with a passion for learning and launched this podcast 5 years ago with the goal of bringing ALL the leading experts together (in one place) to uncover the most current research that would back up how the brain learns best, taking us ALL to new, and often unimaginable heights.    INTRODUCTION: For today's episode, #301, and in keeping with our Season Theme of Going Back to the Basics, I'm going back to EPISODE #128[i] A Review of Dr. Daniel Amen's Book The End of Mental Illness to see if we can dive deeper here, and add more to this episode than the 6 steps we covered two years ago for improving our brain health, which we know is integral for our mental health. As I'm looking back over our past episodes, you can see a graphic in the show notes of the direction I want to take us moving forward as we go back over some of our past Brain Fact Fridays and see what we can add to them, or what's new, to move us forward. When we first launched this podcast, I had a vision of connecting the most current brain research that I called Neuroscience 101 to our 6 social and emotional learning competencies to improve our well-being, productivity and results. PUTTING OUR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH FIRST: Now, in Season 10 we've all graduated from the basics, and are building on this knowledge together, and I'm noticing what's IMPORTANT that needs to be at the Top of our list moving forward. These important topics I've called Neuroscience 202 that will take us deeper than where we first began and I've put Mental and Physical Health at the top of our list. MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: Just a reminder that I am not a medical doctor, and if you are struggling with your mental health, please do consult with a medical doctor. I'm not offering medical advice here, but am sharing the results I've personally obtained from studying and applying the tips that Dr. Daniel Amen suggests in his book The End of Mental Illness and then will connect his work to Dr. Carolyn Leaf's. My hope is that the strategies we uncover can help others, who might find themselves stuck, with some NEW ideas that I've used myself to access peace of mind, during times of high stress. And with the goal that once we master these strategies ourselves, that we extend them to others to help them with whatever they might be struggling with. This specifically includes our children. CONNECTING DR. AMEN TO DR. CAROLINE LEAF: When I looked back at my review of Dr. Daniel Amen's book The End of Mental Illness, that I covered in May of 2021, I wondered what I could add to this episode, to take our understanding a bit deeper when it comes to taking control of our mental health. This is Dr. Amen's life's work.  He has been on a mission to take the stigma out of term Mental Illness for decades. He says most of us will have a mental health issue in our lifetime—and that “normal” is a myth..that 51% of us will have a mental health issue (post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, an eating disorder)”[ii] which shows me clearly that it's more normal to have a problem, than not. This became obvious to me when I started asking some trauma experts, and even past podcast guests, about what strategies they have used for their own children to help with the pressures they face in today's world. They all gave me tips and ideas, telling me that anxiety and depression is the norm with our children these days. This led me to go back to my review of Dr. Caroline Leaf's Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess book and Neurocycle App, on EPISODE #299[iii] with the timely release of her new book, How to Help Your Child Clean up Their Mental Mess that she just released at the start of this month. Then I noticed that Dr. Daniel Amen has just released a BRAND-NEW course called Brain Thrive (PreK-1)[iv] to help with the prevention of mental health issues for children. Dr. Amen's timely release of this course reminded me once again that this is a topic is important to pay attention to. It's not an accident that Dr. Caroline Leaf released her book for children just last week, and now Dr. Amen releases an online course for children to learn these strategies. I'm definitely paying attention, and from the interest we received from our Deep Dive into Dr. Leaf's work, I know that so are you.   I know that you'll know these statistics, but here's a reminder. 1 in 5 children will struggle with mental health in their lifetime. And that 17.1 million youth under the age of 18 have had a mental health problem. (Dr. Daniel Amen). Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for people ages 10-14 and 20-34.[v] Before I add something new to Dr. Amen's episode from 2 years ago, I did want to mention that it was through Dr. Amen that I came across Dr. Carolyn Leaf's work. She talks openly on Dr. Amen's Brain Warrior Way Podcast[vi] about how many years she has been using this scientifically proven 5 STEP approach to help people all over the world to clean up their mental mess. I was lucky enough to have the chance to speak on a webinar with Dr. Leaf on Podbean's Wellness week, where I released an episode I'd written on “What Everyone Should Know About the Top 10 Mental Health Staples to Accelerate Productivity and Results.”[vii]  One of the sessions I had a co-presentation with Dr. Leaf and John Kim, (a writer and speaker known as The Angry Therapist). Since I had already heard about Dr. Leaf's work through Dr. Amen, I quickly reached out to interview her, and this is where the work began. Our mental health is a lot like our physical health. We can coast along doing well, until one day, something happens, and we release we could have done a better job at managing our health overall. I'm sure you've heard this quote before… “If you don't pay attention to your health now, some day, your health (either mental of physical) will get your attention” showing us all that prevention is vital. CLEANING UP OUR MENTAL MESS: While writing this episode, I glanced over at Dr. Amen's Instagram account, (a bit because I still look at my phone from time to time while writing) but also to see what he was focused on today, and I noticed that he's on the same mission as he was 2 years ago, helping the world to put their mental health first, which was obvious with the new course for children he's just released.  He had posted a graphic that showed an image of a messed-up mind (drawn like a colorful ball) representing a mind full of anxiety, loneliness, worry, guilt, fears and negative self-talk and he asked his audience “What else would you add to this image?” People from around the globe added things like “self-sabotaging, obsessive thinking, paranoia, being reactive to everything, isolation, dark thoughts, self-doubt, sadness, overwhelm, anger and procrastination” to name a few of their additions. This post caught my attention and made me think that no one is exempt from having a messy mind, and we covered the 5 scientifically proven steps that Dr. Carolyn Leaf suggests on EP299[viii] so that we as parents, teachers, coaches can keep our minds free of mental mess, before helping others. I can't recommend these 5 steps enough, and the use of her Neurocycle APP to help us to work on cleaning up our toxic thoughts not by suppressing them, or pretending they aren't there by replacing them with happy thoughts, (which is just like putting a band aid on them) but by doing the really difficult work of digging straight to the root cause of whatever it is that is messing up our mind, drawing these thoughts out of the depths of our hidden subconscious mind, into our conscious mind, so we can deal with them, by recognizing why we have these thoughts in the first place.  In Dr. Leaf's NEW book, How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess, that I will review once I've thoroughly practiced all her suggestions in this new book, she explains that these “mental messes” we all have look like dead trees in our mind, and that these messes are not bad, but they act as warning signals for us to do something differently to build a healthy tree in our mind. I think this is a powerful analogy, or just another way of looking at what happens to our mind when we don't clean it up, and I know that once I understand this process myself, I'll be better able to help others, including those closest to me who need it. If I look at Dr. Amen's messy ball that shows what a mind that isn't managed looks like, or even Dr. Leaf's dead tree idea, I know that there is hope forward with these strategies and once we've mastered them, it will be easier to teach them to others. But Cleaning Up Our Mental Mess, or by putting our brain health first, takes some thought and isn't something we have been trained to do. There was never a mind-management class when I went to school, or a brain-health course in our PE classes. I do know that many are focused on integrated these ideas into our future classroom curriculums, but for those of us who haven't learned this yet, this is something we all just must learn on our own, so we can proactively move our own needle towards health and wellness, through the lens of prevention. IMAGE CREDIT: Dr. Caroline Leaf's "How to Help Your Child Clean Up Their Mental Mess"  ANDREA'S NOTES: You can see my metacog drawing in the show notes which explains how I'm progressing through Dr. Leaf's 5 STEP process using her Neurocycle APP, and managing my mind. We did review this process on EP #299 in depth.  The idea is that once we have identified the main worry or anxiety that we have (the toxic thought) that will cause our mind to look like the dead tree over time if it isn't managed, that we then go through this scientifically proven 5 step process that reconceptualizes the old toxic thought, turning it into a stronger, healthier thought over time with understanding. You can see how I've drawn little buds showing how my old toxic thoughts are getting weaker with time, as I'm using my own mind to create NEW stronger and healthier thoughts. I'm currently on day 16/63 working through a current issue, and I can say that at about the two-week mark, I did notice my mind shifting from being worried about this problem, to feeling more in control of it, and even positive visions of the future where I can look back and not be bothered at all with this problem. This changes the emotions that I feel attached to whatever I was worrying about, which changes my behaviors, and then when I step back, my perspective of it all changes. I can even dig deep into the root cause, and see where my worry came from (and it's not a bad thing-it's just alerting me to do something different and not just suppress what I'm worrying about) which we know causes more dis-ease. This all leads me to freedom, peace of mind, and growth. It's such a beautiful process, and I can't wait to walk my own children through these steps moving forward, so that they build mind-management into their lives and futures. Once we've got the hang of these practices for improved mental and physical health, we can then role model the way for our next generation like Dr. Amen and Dr. Leaf are doing with their work. Children at the preschool levels can understand the importance of mind-management, and Dr. Leaf and Dr. Amen see how important this topic is right now. YOU CAN'T GIVE WHAT YOU HAVE NOT GOT It's the whole idea behind the Latin phrase “nemo dat quad non habet[ix]” that my mentor, Bob Proctor would quote often. He said so many things that I would write down and not fully understand until later in life. I remember writing things down over 20 years ago, knowing they were important because he said them so often, and I thought I understood what they meant at the time, until one day, I'd get this AHA Moment when it really clicked and I'd think “Ahh, that's what he meant” and I'd almost hear him saying that Latin phrase in my head. He would explain that no one can give what they have not got. In order to pass on anything to others, like an understanding of our mind in this case, we've got to fully understand how our own mind works. This can translate into anything in our life. As I was thinking about this, I opened up Instagram (for another quick mental break) and saw something that Grant Cardone's daughter (Sabrina Cardone) posted, about exactly this idea. I'll post her speech[x] in the show notes, but it was all about the importance of parent's role-modelling the way for their kids, from a kid's point of view. Now this speech was eye-opening. The idea is that as parents, teachers or coaches, that we role model the way, once we've got this understanding ourselves first. In general, the more brain reserve we have, the more resilient we are and the better our brain can handle the pressures of everyday life, as well as the aging process to keep “mental health” disorders at bay. There are many different factors for how one person can have more brain reserve than another but it stems from family history, or what types of injuries or trauma we've experienced, as well as our mental and physical health. It is clear that the decisions we make and the habits we engage in on a daily basis are either boosting or stealing our brain's reserve and are either accelerating the aging process (aging us) or rejuvenating our brain (turning back the hands of time).  When we grasp this concept, we realize that we actually have a lot of influence on the health and age of our brain, as well as on your own mental health and ability to end “mental illness” which is Dr. Amen's mission. BACK TO EPISODE #128 In our REVIEW of Dr. Amen's The End of Mental Illness book, 2 years ago, we covered the 3 parts to his book that's still relevant and important today. I do recommend a refresher of this episode. Part 1 of the book, he gives a history of mental health over the years, with some tips for brain health that can change your life. You will see some SPECT image scans and case studies and begin to see how some common brain health issues like depression, anxiety, TBI, substance abuse, or Alzheimer's Disease show up in the brain vs a healthy brain scan image. A brain scan really can change your life and give you some insight into your health. We covered this topic in 3 Parts back in 2020 with PART 1 “How A Brain Scan Changed My Brain and Life with Doug Sutton,”[xi] PART 2 we dove deeper into “What Exactly is a Brain Scan”[xii] and I made some predictions of what I thought I would see with my own SPECT Image Brain Scan that I cover on PART 3[xiii]. Part 2 of the book explains the BRIGHT MINDS acronym which is a guide for well-being with the brain in mind. We covered the BRIGHT part on this episode 128, but we missed the MOST important part in MINDS which was the MENTAL HEALTH part of his equation that we will cover today. Part 3 of his book offers strategies that can be used in schools and the workplace to end mental illness with a focus on brain health. It's in this part of the book that Dr. Amen says “You cannot change what you do not measure.” (Chapter 17) so we can see clearly WHEN our brain and body are NOT working right. Peter Drucker says “If you can't measure it, you can't improve it” and I'm sure we all can agree on this one. THE BRIGHT MINDS STRATEGY Today I want to look deeper at the M in Dr. Amen's BRIGHT MINDS Strategy and add what he says are the four circles to help us with implementing these important health and wellness strategies. All this work can seem like a lot but if we can think of these 4 circles, it makes this all easier to understand, and with time, you'll see how thinking with our brain health in mind will eventually become a habit. THE 4 CIRCLES OF HEALTH We opened up this episode with a quote from a doctor who mentioned the importance of thinking about these 4 circles. Dr. Joseph Maroon said that: “By recommending that we balance our choices in biological (diet and exercise), psychological (stress control), social (relationships) and spiritual components in our lives, (Dr. Daniel Amen) provides a desperately needed roadmap to maximize brain health.” Joseph C Maroon, MD from Dr. Daniel Amen's book, The End of Mental Illness. Dr. Amen says he first learned about these 4 circles in 1978 when he started medical school, and was told by Dr. Sid Garrett to “always think of people as whole beings, never just as their symptoms…always take into consideration the four circles of health and illness.” (Dr. Amen, The End of Mental Illness). IMAGE CREDIT: Dr. Daniel Amen's The End of Mental Illness Biological: Where we think “Is my behavior good for my brain or bad for it?” This is where I think about healthy eating, exercise, intermittent fasting and doing the things I know are good for my brain, because I really do care about it. PUT THIS INTO ACTION We cover this topic in depth on a BONUS EP[xiv] with a Deep Dive into the Top 5 Health Staples. I know I need to add stress management to this list. What about you? How are you looking after this part of your brain health? Psychological Mindset: That includes “how we talk to ourselves—as well as our self-concept, body image, past emotional traumas, upbringing and significant developmental events.” (Page 81, The End of Mental Illness). This is where the work I'm doing with Dr. Leaf's 5 steps to Cleaning Up My Mental Mess comes in. I'm always thinking, feeling and choosing in the direction of more love, peace, and freedom of mind, which takes some work when something comes in and stops my peaceful thinking. PUT THIS INTO ACTION Dr. Amen brings up Eckhart Tolle's concept of the “pain-body” that I talked about on EP #281[xv] WITH Dr. Sean Sullivan who taught us how to shift our mindset in 10 minutes or less. We talked about how we all have these “pain-bodies” living inside us (Eckhart Tolle) and once we can see what they are (through Dr. Leaf's work-where they show up as our Origin Story) then we “just observe these pain-bodies (or toxic thoughts)  in the present moment” (Tolle) and we will notice that over time, their “energy will decrease.” (Tolle) This is mind-management in action. Once we've cleaned up our mental mess, we can go on to teach this concept to others. The idea of “I'm not good enough” used to show up ALL the time as the root cause of most of my stresses and anxieties, until I uncovered it, and this “pain-body” that developed over time in me, no longer affects me….at all! What about you? Are you aware of the pain-bodies or toxic thoughts that hold you back? Have you begun to clean them up? Social: We've all heard that “you become like the people with whom you spend the most time” (Dr. Amen) and you will be well aware of those who lift you up, versus pull you down. PUT THIS INTO ACTION While I don't have much time for the social part of life, I do make it a priority to keep the social connections that are important to me strong. Also, putting my spare time into this podcast helps me to connect with others around the world on a deeper level.  What about you? How do you keep your social connections strong? Spiritual: We've talked about this one often on this podcast. I've heard from so many of our guests that we are “spiritual beings having a human experience.” This we just can't ignore. Dr. Amen points to Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning book to explain this one, (page 94, The End of mental Illness) reminding us to do the following: Find purposeful work where you are productive. Love the people who are central to your life. Find courage in the face of difficulty (and help others to shoulder theirs). PUT THIS INTO ACTION Finding purposeful work is easy for me, as the podcast helps me to keep working towards improving myself and sharing it with others. This keeps me busy and I do feel the connection that extends far beyond myself here. What about you? What's your purpose? How do you find more meaning in your day to day life? CONNECTING DR. AMEN and DR. LEAF'S WORK TOGETHER: To close out this episode, now that we have these 4 circles in mind, (showing us that we are whole beings-our biological side, our psychological, social and spiritual side). Let's revisit the acronym BRIGHT MINDS (a guide for well-being with the brain in mind) and look closer at what the “M” stands for, and see how we connect Dr. Leaf's work, to Dr. Amen's, for a stronger, healthier mind. M-That stands for Mental Health is what Dr. Amen calls MIND STORMS. I love his analogy for our mental health, especially after looking at that graphic with the all of the mess in our minds showing up like a colorful ball. Since we've been focused on our Mental Health the past few episodes, I wonder what Dr. Amen would suggest we do to help us to Clean Up Our Mental Mess.  Chapter 11 of The End of Mental Illness goes deep into WHY these storms happen in our brain, and WHAT can cause them, I want to focus on ways he suggests we prevent them from happening in the first place, since I think they complement Dr. Leaf's 5 STEP Approach. While Cleaning Up Our Mental Mess, there are things we can do to help our brain/minds to improve, and things we can do that hurt our progress.  Dr. Amen suggests “avoiding anything that increases mind storms” (p 210 The End of Mental Illness) like “stress, tiredness, lack of sleep, alcohol, drug abuse, low or high blood sugar states, missing meals, and excessive screen time.” (Page 210). We all know what makes us feel “off” in our lives, and our mental health is centered around doing what makes us feel better, or good, and have more clarity of mind. I know what increases my MIND STORMS, making my mind messier than usual, and what keeps my mind clear and peaceful. As I'm now in my 52nd year of life, I want the ability to think clearly every day, so I can keep learning new ideas, and building a better version of myself, so when I find something that works, I'm sticking to it. Here are my top habits that help keep MIND STORMS out of my head and prevent mental messes from happening in the first place. CREATING HABITS THAT LIMIT OUR MENTAL MESS or MIND STORMS: CARING ABOUT OUR BRAIN: Just by caring about my brain, I think about the daily choices I'm making. When eating something, I'll ask “will this help, or hurt my brain” and think hard about whether It's worth creating a MIND STORM over a certain choice.  If I create a mind storm, I just know I'll have to spend extra time cleaning it up, so it's easier to avoid what I know hurts me at this point. KNOW WHAT CAUSES OUR MENTAL MESS or MIND STORMS: It's easy enough to know what makes me feel CLEAR and FOCUSED, vs CLOUDY and DISTRACTED. I just avoid things that steal my MENTAL CLARITY (replacing alcohol with non-alcoholic beverages, or sticking to my morning exercise routine that gives me a burst of energy/clarity throughout the day). DO MORE OF WHAT PREVENTS MENTAL MESS or MIND STORMS: Once you know what keeps your mind clear, keep doing that. For me, it's daily exercise, eating low glycemic foods that keep my blood sugar from spiking, or higher fat foods that keep me fuller and less likely to eat the wrong thing, daily meditation, working on at least 7 hours of sleep at night, and pain management strategies for anything on my body that hurts (chiropractor, massage therapy, stretches, tools for self-care) that keep my mind strong and clear… AVOIDING MIND STORMS FOR ME. REGULARLY CLEANING UP OUR MENTAL MESS TO PREVENT BIGGER MIND STORMS IN THE FUTURE: Using Dr. Leaf's scientifically proven 5 STEP PROCESS and Neurocycle App because I know I'm not always going to make the right choice, and I'll have a MIND STORM at some point. So MIND-MANAGEMENT is something I add to my routine for those days when something gets past the gate, or when something unexpected comes my way, and needs my attention. With these final thoughts, I'll chose out this episode and ask you. What do you do that PREVENTS your MIND from getting messy? I'd love to hear your strategies, and what's working. And with that, I'll close out this episode, and see you sometime next week. In the meantime, once you have practiced Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, I highly recommend Dr. Amen's New Brain Thrive Course, and Dr. Leaf's New Book to help our children clean up their mental mess. RESOURCES: Dr. Amen's NEW BRAIN THRIVE COURSE https://offers.amenuniversity.com/bt5-headstart/ Dr. Caroline Leaf's NEW Book for Children https://www.mentallyresilientkids.com/ REFERENCES: [i] Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #128  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/review-of-dr-daniel-amens-the-end-of-mental-illness-6-steps-for-improved-brain-and-mental-health/   [ii] Dr. Amen, Brain Thrive by 25 Online Course http://brainthriveby25.com/   [iii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #299 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-a-deep-dive-into-dr-carolyn-leaf-s-5-scientifically-proven-steps-to-clean-up-our-mental-mess-so-we-can-help-our-children/   [iv] Amen University https://offers.amenuniversity.com/bt5-headstart/   [v]https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html#:~:text=Suicide%20affects%20people%20of%20all,%2D14%20and%2020%2D34.   [vi] The 5-Step Process to Managing Trauma with Dr. Caroline Leaf on The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast Published on YouTube May 22, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_sHPAvOXh4&t=2661s   [vii] Andrea Samadi's Pre-released episode for Podbean's Wellness Week Nov.27, 2020 https://podcastwellnessweek.podbean.com/e/what-everyone-must-know-about-the-top-mental-health-staples-to-accelerate-productivity-and-results/   [viii]Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #229 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-a-deep-dive-into-dr-carolyn-leaf-s-5-scientifically-proven-steps-to-clean-up-our-mental-mess-so-we-can-help-our-children/   [ix] https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nemo_dat_quod_non_habet   [x] Sabrina Cardone https://www.instagram.com/p/Cv902OLALiZ/?hl=en   [xi] https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/how-a-brain-scan-changed-my-brain-and-life-with-doug-sutton/   [xii] https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/how-exactly-can-a-spect-imaging-brain-scan-change-your-life-with-andrea-samadi-part-2/   [xiii] https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/how-a-spect-scan-can-change-your-life-part-3-with-andrea-samadi/   [xiv] https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-a-deep-dive-into-the-top-5-health-staples-and-review-of-seasons-1-4/   [xv]Neuroscience Meets SEL Episode #281 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/psychologist-dr-sean-sullivan-andfounder-of-oneperfectshiftcom-on-how-to-shift-to-a-better-state-of-mind-in-10-minutes-anytime/  

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Safeguarding Your eComm Business: Legal Essentials with Shalina Nandan-Sighn from Love Your Legals

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2023 25:22


Join us in this episode of the Bright Minds of eCommerce podcast as we explore the world of legal protection and business contracts with Shalina Nandan-Sighn, founder of Love Your Legals. Discover the significance of well-crafted contracts for online businesses and learn how they can safeguard your brand and customer journey. Shalina shares valuable insights and practical tips to empower entrepreneurs in confidently navigating the legal aspects of their business. Whether you're just starting or an established business owner, this episode offers essential guidance to protect your brand and ensure your business thrives in the competitive e-commerce space. Don't miss the opportunity to learn how to be the advocate your business needs and handle legal matters with grace and confidence.   In today's episode you'll learn: The significance of well-drafted contracts for your e-commerce business: Strengthening your brand and fostering customer connections Making the right choice: Templates or custom contracts for your e-commerce endeavours Ensuring clarity in your website policies: Privacy, terms of use, and e-commerce compliance Contracts that matter: Handling influencer partnerships and competitions effectively Boosting confidence in refund policies and terms of sale for e-commerce success Tailoring contracts to align with your business's risk profile and marketing approach Empowering your e-commerce journey through effective contracts: Advocacy for your business Keeping contracts current: Adapting to business growth and changing needs   Links from today's show: Book Your Free Strategy Session! Bright Red Marketing Episode 46 Love Your Legals Love Your Legals - Facebook Group  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beyond the Shadow of Doubtâ„¢
Episode 50: Turning to God for Validation, Part 2 with Emily Taylor, Author 'Unlocking Bright Minds'

Beyond the Shadow of Doubtâ„¢

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2023 35:32


CW/TW: In this episode, there are discussions of child sexual abuse, an LDS disciplinary council and subsequent trauma as related to both.  There is also reference to suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. Today author Emily Taylor joins me on the podcast. Raised LDS, Emily lives in the Dallas area with her husband and 2 sons. In our interview we talk about Emily's faith journey and how her experiences from a young age with sexual abuse eventually led to a crisis of faith. She was left questioning the role of church leadership and reflects on the impact that made.  Her journey included feelings of shame and ostracization due being misunderstood and unseen by her leaders. Through therapy and hard work, including a process of self-relection, healing, creating space for differentiation and nuance, Emily has come to find her place where to find her validation -- with God.  Her relationship is cemented with the Divine and she has been able to create a resource of tools for others to use, particularly aimed at youth. From her ⁠website:⁠ “Throughout my childhood, I lived through extensive, trauma-inducing experiences. Unable to process those events at that young age, I carefully tucked them away. I made sure nobody could ever see them. I even hid them and their impact from myself believing I was fine. It wasn't until much later that those experiences and associated feelings bubbled up to the surface. That was when I began the long journey of healing from my childhood trauma.  Slowly, with work and the mental tools I was learning, that hollowness inside me was replaced with Godly confidence.” (⁠unlockingbrightminds.org⁠.) The experiences Emily shares in our interview are directly related to her recently published workbook, Unlocking Bright Minds: A 12-week program to overcome negative self-talk and develop genuine confidence, available on her website ⁠unlockingbrightminds.org⁠ or ⁠Amazon⁠.  Connect with Emily on Instagram: @unlocking_bright_minds ____________________________ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DialogueJournal.com/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dallas Hope Charities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chc@dallashopecharities.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. Send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠meaganskidmorecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠; subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families.  Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to enter the PODCAST GIVEAWAY by July 31, 2023. Share it with a friend; if your friend's name is drawn you BOTH WIN.

Beyond the Shadow of Doubtâ„¢
Episode 49: Turning to God for Validation, Part 1 with Emily Taylor, Author 'Unlocking Bright Minds'

Beyond the Shadow of Doubtâ„¢

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023 35:45


CW/TW: In this episode, there are discussions of child sexual abuse, an LDS disciplinary council and subsequent trauma as related to both.  There is also reference to suicidal ideation. Listener discretion is advised. Today author Emily Taylor joins me on the podcast. Raised LDS, Emily lives in the Dallas area with her husband and 2 sons. In our interview we talk about Emily's faith journey and how her experiences from a young age with sexual abuse eventually led to a crisis of faith. She was left questioning the role of church leadership and reflects on the impact that made.  Her journey included feelings of shame and ostracization due being misunderstood and unseen by her leaders. Through therapy and hard work, including a process of self-relection, healing, creating space for differentiation and nuance, Emily has come to find her place where to find her validation -- with God.  Her relationship is cemented with the Divine and she has been able to create a resource of tools for others to use, particularly aimed at youth. From her website: “Throughout my childhood, I lived through extensive, trauma-inducing experiences. Unable to process those events at that young age, I carefully tucked them away. I made sure nobody could ever see them. I even hid them and their impact from myself believing I was fine. It wasn't until much later that those experiences and associated feelings bubbled up to the surface. That was when I began the long journey of healing from my childhood trauma.  Slowly, with work and the mental tools I was learning, that hollowness inside me was replaced with Godly confidence.” (unlockingbrightminds.org.) The experiences Emily shares in our interview are directly related to her recently published workbook, Unlocking Bright Minds: A 12-week program to overcome negative self-talk and develop genuine confidence, available on her website unlockingbrightminds.org or Amazon.  Connect with Emily on Instagram: @unlocking_bright_minds ____________________________ The ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Beyond the Shadow of Doubt™⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ podcast is a proud member of the Dialogue Podcast Network found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠DialogueJournal.com/podcasts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Part of the Dialogue Journal, the Dialogue Podcast Network was founded by Eugene England, a Mormon writer, teacher and scholar. “My faith encourages my curiosity and awe,” Gene wrote in the very first issue of the journal. “It thrusts me out into relationship with all creation” and “encourages me to enter into dialogue.” My hope is that this podcast is an extension of his vision. Hopeful Spaces is a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dallas Hope Charities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ component of Hopeful Discussions, which is sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services USA. Hopeful Spaces is a monthly parent support group facilitated by Meagan Skidmore Coaching. To join Hopeful Spaces is free; send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠chc@dallashopecharities.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.  If you are ready to get the care and attention you deserve through 1:1 coaching I invite you to reach out. Send an email to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hello@meaganskidmorecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠meaganskidmorecoaching.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠; subscribe to get my free Pronouns 101 guide & download my free 20+ page LGBTQ+ Resource Guide for families.  Please help the podcast grow by following, leaving a 5 star review on Spotify or Apple podcasts and sharing with friends.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to enter the PODCAST GIVEAWAY by July 31, 2023. Share it with a friend; if your friend's name is drawn you BOTH WIN.

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Embracing change and growth while crafting a doll empire with Forever Dolls Founder, Emma Egel

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 19:39


Join us in this episode of the Bright Minds of eCommerce podcast as we hear from Emma Egel, the founder of Forever Dolls. Emma discusses her entrepreneurial journey, shares valuable insights, and provides practical takeaways for success. Don't miss this opportunity to gain inspiration from her experiences and learn how to focus on the right marketing channels, plan for long-term growth, prioritise profit, manage finances effectively, leverage subscription models, promote body positivity, engage with customers, implement strategic planning, and explore valuable resources. Whether you're a business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur, this episode offers valuable guidance to navigate the challenges of business growth and create a flourishing enterprise. In today's episode you'll learn: The importance of incorporating long-term planning to align business goals and strategies How implementing the Profit First system prioritises profit and manages cash flow effectively To be mindful of financial challenges and carefully manage debt and expenses How utilising subscription models can increase average order value and establish consistent revenue streams The impact in fostering personalised customer experiences through platforms like Facebook and email marketing Links from today's show: Book Your Free Strategy Session! Bright Red Marketing Episode 45 Forever Dolls Forever Dolls - VIP Facebook Group  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Streamline success by implementing systems and conquering overwhelm with Business Coach Kristy Robinson

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 24:46


Tune in to this episode of Bright Minds of eCommerce as I speak with Business Coach Kristy Robinson. Kristy shares her journey, valuable lessons, and practical tips for success. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn from her experiences and discover how you can embrace change, implement systems, and find the support you need to achieve your business goals. If you're a business owner or an aspiring entrepreneur looking to navigate the challenges of growth and build a thriving business? This episode's for you! In today's episode you'll learn: The importance of embracing change and challenges, seeing them as opportunities for growth How having a strong network can positively impact your business and personal growth Insights on how systems and automation can streamline processes, increase efficiency, and ultimately lead to a more productive and thriving business How delegation can empower teams, foster innovation, and prevent burnout Techniques for managing overwhelm, practical tips for prioritising tasks, practising self-care, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance And much more! Links from today's show: Book Your Free Strategy Session! Bright Red Marketing Episode 44 Kristy Robinson Business Consulting See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our American Stories
The Story of John Adams (Told by David McCullough)

Our American Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2023 38:16


On this episode of Our American Stories, John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize–winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series, brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough. The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands. The Institute's name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in 1780. We'd like to give a heartfelt “thank you” to The John Adams Institute and their podcast, “Bright Minds,” for allowing us to share this story with our listeners. Here's David McCullough with the story of John Adams. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weekly Dose with Dr Ude

Recognizing the common symptoms of anxietyLet's all hear in one of this week's episodes on Weekly Dose with Dr. Ude, we have a special guest who will share this important topic. Dr. Bolanle Akinronbi is a board certified psychiatrist, She's the founder and CMO of Bright Minds, MD, where she offers a unique and whole person approach to treatment of psychiatric conditions she is also a speaker and a consultant.Check it out!Looking a quality primary-care physician?Call 3043501087Www.applevalleyfamilymed.comAccepting New PatientsOpen 7days a weekEvening Hours Available!Subscribe herehttps://youtube.com/@weeklydosewithdrude4026https://podcasts.apple.com/.../weekly-dose.../id1663403651Please Like and Share… Disclaimer:This content is for information purposes only. While I am a Physician, I am not your personal physician. Nothing discussed should be taken as intentional personal medical advice. Any personal medical questions or concerns must be directed to your personal physician.

Comeback Coach
63. COMEBACK - Kathryn & Romana – Dentons LLP - Sponsorship – self doubt - career advice for lawyers who are coming back from a break

Comeback Coach

Play Episode Play 57 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 21, 2023 35:17


Well hello, it's good to be back. I wonder how you are? Our season four finale was all about how to make full time work work when you have a young family and today we're turn our attention to career progression, ambition and in particular the role of sponsorship in elevating women's careers.Although COMEBACK COACH is a podcast for people returning to work from any type of extended leave, the majority of you wonderful Bright Minds are female - and most of you are coming back from maternity leave. Plenty of you have you sights set on taking your career further when you return from leave which is why I think you're going to love hearing from Kathryn McCulloch, who's four months back from her second maternity leave and on Denton's first Global Women's Sponsorship Programme.Kathryn is a partner in Dentons' Dispute Resolution group, whose key areas of practice and expertise include aviation, drone (RPAS) regulation, wills, trusts and estates, and corporate/commercial disputes. With a strategic focus on reaching early resolution to claims, Kathryn looks to achieve timely resolution of disputes through alternative dispute resolution tools, including formal and informal mediation. She's both a fixed wing and a drone pilot, and a proud mama to two young boys.Also in this episode we've got Romana Bruderer-Schwab, who's Denton's Global Inclusion, Diversity & Equity manager and supports the ID&E agenda in more than 80 countries. Romana was born in the U.S., is based in Edinburgh and describes herself as a global citizen who has a penchant for learning, amassing new experiences and growing as a person and a professional. She is passionate about tilting the scales of equity and justice in favour of the underrepresented. In this conversation you're going to hear about:The difference between sponsorship and mentoring.Why sponsorship programmes are needed for women in the law.How self-doubt can affect the most accomplished people when they take a break from work.How a Type A personality prepares for maternity leave.Kathryn's wobbliest moment when she came back from maternity leave and her advice to people coming back from extended leave.COMEBACK COACH is part of the Comeback Community™ employee experience designed to keep employees feeling confident, connected and cared for when they take extended leave from work – be it sick leave, maternity leave, shared parental, adoption, bereavement or sabbatical.If you think the experience of people returning to work after a break could be better where you work, please come over to comebackcommunity.co.uk/introduce. There you'll find a quick and easy way for you to tell us who in your HR team we should be in touch with.***MORE FOR YOU DM Jessica on instagram @comebackcommuk Join a free expert 'Comeback Conversation' Q&A event Read Mothers Work! How to Get a Grip on Guilt and Make a Smooth Return to Work by Jessica Chivers. Watch five coachees talk about working with us Tell your HR team about Comeback Community with this 1 minute explainer film

The Water Table
How 5 Million Dollars, 39 Test Sites & 29 Bright Minds are Transforming Drainage

The Water Table

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2023 29:35 Transcription Available


We are joined by Dr. Jane Frankenberger of Purdue University to talk about the Transforming Drainage Project, which took five years and covered dozens of test sites across the Midwest. The project delivered invaluable data to propel agricultural water management into the future. Join Jamie and Dr. Frankenberger as they discuss drainage and how water storage and controlled drainage could change the future of agriculture.About the Guest:Dr. Jane Frankenberger is a professor at Purdue University and a pioneer in the research of drainage design and management, watershed modeling of agricultural systems and soil and water conservation strategies. She spearheaded the $5 million Transforming Drainage Project that advances water storage in the landscape to increase the resilience of drained agricultural land.The Transforming Drainage Project:https://transformingdrainage.org/Dr. Jane Frankenberger:https://engineering.purdue.edu/~frankenb/DrainMod:https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/resources/tech-tools/drainmod-version-61-build-103Episode Topics:00:00   Intro00:32   On today's episode…01:08   Welcome to Dr. Jane Frankenberger02:39   Transforming Drainage Project04:43   The offshoots…06:24   All the data08:00   How is it used?10:43   When the transformation happens11:30   What does it mean for the future?13:20   The transfer of information15:00   Shifting incentives15:30   Climate change and changing practices18:00   Enhancing water storage19:00   Before Purdue20:00   Africa and beyond22:00   DrainMod23:50   The most gratifying project…26:00   The last wordFollow us on social media! Facebook Twitter Find us on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to our Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Visit our website to explore more episodes & water management education:https://www.watertable.ag/the-podcast/ 

Digital Marknadsföring med Tony Hammarlund
Marknadsförarens guide till prompt engineering – Sibbe Silvén #109

Digital Marknadsföring med Tony Hammarlund

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 46:59


Alla pratar om AI men för att få bra svar, resultat och innehåll gäller det att förstå hur man promptar. Något som brukar kallas prompt engineering. Det är viktigt oavsett vad man vill skapa eller vilka verktyg man använder. Jag bjöd därför in AI-proffset Sibbe Silvén. En riktig tekniknörd som som bara de senaste månaderna lagt hundratals timmar i olika AI-verktyg och på att experimentera. Inte minst för innehållsskapande och marknadsföring. Det här avsnittet tar upp det som marknadsförare behöver ha koll på om prompts och prompt engineering för att vi ska få bättre resultat när vi arbetar med olika typer av AI-verktyg. Konsten hur vi talar med AI helt enkelt. Om gästen Sibbe Silvén är Head of AI på och medgrundare till byrån Bright Mind Agency. Där jobbar han med ett växande team med digital marknadsföring och sociala medier. De vann bland annat priset Greatest TikTok 2022 under TikTok Awards i Norden. Sibbe är en riktig tekniknörd och har lång erfarenhet från att jobba med ljus-, ljud- och bildteknik i eventbranschen innan han startade byrån. Han har utforskat AI sedan 2011 och har det senaste halvåret ägnat otroligt mycket tid åt att experimentera med olika AI-verktyg. Och han föreläser nu mycket kring AI, leder workshops och håller kursen ChatGPT för marknadsföring tillsammans med Breakit. Om avsnittet Sibbe och jag pratar i avsnittet om prompting och vad prompt engineering är samt varför det är så viktigt att förstå som marknadsförare. Allt från vad det finns för olika typer av prompts till tekniker man kan använda inom prompt engineering. Och rollen prompt engineering kommer ha framöver inom marknadsföring. Du får dessutom höra om: Tips och best practice inom prompt engineering De 5 ingredienserna i en riktigt bra prompt Vad en super prompt är för något Hur man blir riktigt bra på prompt engineering Mängder med bra exempel på prompts Och varför Sibbe tror att prompt engineering på sikt kommer bli en viktig kunskap att ha likt att kunna Office-sviten. Eller att vara riktigt vass på Excel. Plus en massa mer… Du hittar som vanligt länkar till allt vi nämnde här i poddinlägget. Efter länkarna finns också tidsstämplar så att du enkelt kan hitta olika sektioner i intervjun. Länkar Sibbe Silvén på LinkedIn Bright Mind Agency (webbsida) Effektivare marknadsföring med ChatGPT (kurs) Bright Minds prompt-generator (resurs) Prompt Engineering Guide - DAIR.AI (resurs) Best practices for prompt engineering with OpenAI API - OpenAI (resurs) Verktyg/Plugins ChatGPT Google Bard Midjourney Dall-E Stable Diffusion AIPRM (Chrome-plugin) Nyhetsbrev TLDR AI Superhuman AI The Rundown Personer/Grupper på LinkedIn Max Rascher Zain Kahn Rowan Cheung OpenAI chatGPT in Marketing Marketplaces/Bibliotek FlowGPT - prompt-bibliotek för ChatGPT PromptVine - ChatGPT prompts Prompter guide för MidJourney Lexica art - Stable Diffusion sökmotor --- Mynewsdesk: Länk till webinar om AI och PR med Arash Gilan den 31 maj 2023 --- Sibbes prompt-exempel "I want you to act as an Content Creator. Your expertise lies in creating highly addictive, attention grabbing and scroll stopping content for social media platforms, youtube and other digital platforms, You're walking in a forest as you do everyday to get your blood pumping, and creativity flowing. This is always where you come up with new ideas or solutions to problems at work. You can hear the birds singing in the background for that extra relaxing boost, The company we're working with now is Bright Mind Agency and i want you to use this as information and knowledge while helping me today, This company is working in this industry, Social media marketing and it's important that you give your best answers related to this industry, For you to learn more about this company here is a short information about this company: "Best TikTok agency in the nordics" please use this to get a better understanding about t...

Comeback Coach
60. COMEBACK - Sophie & Sam – Co-Marketing Director at Lily's Kitchen – Senior Job Share after Maternity

Comeback Coach

Play Episode Play 24 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 31:54


Hello, Bright Minds and welcome to episode 60 with Sophie Giddings and Sam Crossley who are the job-sharing Marketing Directors at the gorgeous pet care brand Lily's Kitchen who we're proud to count among our clients. I coached Sophie when she returned from maternity leave and as you'll hear, returning to work as part of a job-share wasn't plain sailing but they have very definitely got there.In this episode we talk about Being the first job-share at Lily's KitchenThe benefits to businesses and individuals of job-sharingChallenges Sophie & Sam encountered and how they've evolved how they work togetherEducating the business about how to work with themThe best way to handover to your job-share partnerMORE FOR YOU DM Jessica on instagram @comebackcommuk Join a free expert 'Comeback Conversation' Q&A event Read Mothers Work! How to Get a Grip on Guilt and Make a Smooth Return to Work by Jessica Chivers. Watch five coachees talk about working with us Tell your HR team about Comeback Community with this 1 minute explainer film

The Raw Food Health Empowerment Podcast
Is Your Brain at Risk? The 11 Risk Factors That Could be Damaging Your Cognitive Function

The Raw Food Health Empowerment Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2023 16:56


If you are interested in learning about the various risk factors that can impact cognitive health and potentially lead to cognitive decline, this episode is for you. The mnemonic "Bright Minds" provides an easy-to-remember framework for understanding and addressing these risk factors, and I provide detailed explanations of each one. Episode Resources on the blog at https://rawfoodmealplanner.com // HOST Samantha Salmon Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Brain Health Licensed Trainer The information provided in this broadcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the food and drug administration, or the equivalent in your country. Any products/services mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. RawFoodMealPlanner.com © 2023

Our American Stories
The Story of John Adams

Our American Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 38:16


On this episode of Our American Stories, John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize–winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series, brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough. The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands. The Institutes' name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in 1780. We'd like give a heartfelt thank you to The John Adams Institute and their podcast, “Bright Minds” for allowing us to share this story with our listeners. Here's David McCullough with the story of John Adams. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Navigating the Spectrum with Michele Portlock
S4 E71- Tiffany Feingold and Guiding Bright Minds

Navigating the Spectrum with Michele Portlock

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2023 29:47


In 2020, Tiffany and her husband, Cyle Feingold, founded Guiding Bright Minds, a community of educators, professionals, non-profits, and parents of neurodivergent children on their journey. Tiffany's motivation and passion for Guiding Bright Minds stem from her journey as a parent of a neurodivergent child and spouse to a neurodivergent husband. Tiffany is passionate about helping build a meaningful community around parents and families raising neurodivergent children. Take a listen to learn more about how she can help you, as a parent, build a community of support and connection. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michele-portlock/support

Building Better Businesses in ABA
Episode 55: Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce & Guiding Bright Minds with Tiffany Feingold

Building Better Businesses in ABA

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2023 42:15 Transcription Available


Tiffany co-founded the FIRST Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce in the US, right here in Colorado. I was fortunate to attend their launch event in September 2022 and Tiffany and I catch up about why these are so important to our community (spoiler alert: it's about making ours a more neurodiverse-friendly world). She's also the founder of Guiding Bright Minds and has built an extraordinary community of like-minded providers through it. Enjoy, kind listener!Resources>Tiffany on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-feingold-9b2b983/>Guiding Bright Minds: https://www.guidingbrightminds.com/>Colorado Neurodiversity Chamber of Commerce: https://www.cndcc.org/Building Better Businesses in ABA is edited and produced by KJ Herodirt Productions Intro/outro Music Credit: song "Tailor Made" by Yari and bensound.com Give us a rating at Apple Music, Spotify or your favorite podcast channel: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/building-better-businesses-in-aba/id1603909082 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0H5LzHYPKq5Qnmsue9HTwn Check out Element RCM to learn more about billing & insurance support for Applied Behavior Analysis providers Web: https://elementrcm.ai/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/element-rcm Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elementrcm/ Follow the Pod: Web: https://elementrcm.ai/building-better-businesses-in-aba/ LinkedIn: https://www.instagram.com/buildingbetterbusinessesaba/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buildingbetterbusinessesa...

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning
Brain Fact Friday ”Prioritizing Mental Health in 2023: Improving Self-Awareness and Resilience”

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2023 23:48


Happy New Year, and welcome back to our 9th Season, approaching our 4th year of The Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast.  For those returning, welcome back and for new listeners, I'm Andrea Samadi an author and educator, who launched this podcast in June 2019, for many reasons, but the one that stands out the most today, is to amplify the best practices, tools, strategies and ideas, from authors, experts and leaders who've risen the top of their field, to improve productivity in our schools, sports environments and modern workplaces, by connecting an understanding of our brain to their proven strategies. On today's Episode #268 we will cover ✔ An Introduction to Season 9 of our Podcast: Neuroscience: Going Back to the Basics ✔ Intro to “Prioritizing Our Mental Health in 2023: Building Self-Awareness and Resilience in the New Year.” ✔ 4 TIPS for Putting our Mental and Physical Health First in 2023 with our Brain in Mind. This season we will be focused on Neuroscience: Going Back to the Basics for the next few months, as we welcome some phenomenal pioneers in the field of Neuroscience, paving a pathway for all of us to navigate our lives with more understanding with our brain in mind. My goal with this next season (that will run until the end of June) is that going back to the basics will help us to strengthen our understanding of the brain, and our mind, to our results, and provide us with a springboard to propel us forward in 2023, with this solid backbone of science. Going back to the basics is something we do without thought while teaching a lesson in the classroom, or with skill-building in sports, and it's at the root of our performance improvement plans in the workplace, so before moving forward, I wanted to take some steps back a bit, to intentionally strengthen our direction with this podcast. Before moving forward, I do want to thank our listeners who have taken the time to post a review of the podcast on Apple iTunes. This helps us a lot, so other listeners can learn about the content, and your take-aways, so thank you to Joseue Diaz from Panama for letting me know you enjoyed the episode with Adele Spraggon, about how habits are formed in the brain, and from a review from a faithful listener who let me know you've enjoyed our Deep Dives of Napoleon Hill's Think and Grow Rich book, and Jose Silva's Program. Reviews like this make my day, and are extremely motivating to me, especially as I am sitting at my desk, working on finalizing an episode. Thank you for sending the motivation back my way. For today's episode, #268, and our FIRST episode of 2023, BEFORE we dive deeper into the Basics of Neuroscience, I want to begin our year on solid footing, going back to the basics of health by “Prioritizing Our Mental Health in 2023: Building Self-Awareness and Resilience in the New Year.” My good friend, and 2-time returning guest Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning, and author of the book, Significant 72: Unleashing the Power of Relationships in Today's Schools[i] Greg Wolcott, who was on our 7th episode, as well as our #64th[ii] sent me an email this week that got me thinking of how to launch our year. I already had written out “back to the basics” all over my office, but his email gave me some more direction. He sent me the cover of Dr. Julie Smith's book Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before[iii] and I immediately downloaded her book, and began to connect the dots for this episode. In the beginning of her book, Dr. Julie Smith says, It was the last line that she wrote “only more recently has it become acceptable to openly and visibly work on your mental health” that got me. She's 200% right. How many photos have I seen of people working out at the gym at the start of the year, compared to those working on their mindset or mental health? You know, what goes on inside, shows up loud and clear on the outside. We can exercise our body till our legs shake, but if we ignore our mental health, it will, over time, be apparent. I think back to a review we did on psychiatrist and brain disorder specialist Dr. Daniel Amen's book The End of Mental Illness[iv] where something Dr. Amen said stuck with me over the years, and that's that “most of us will have a mental health issue in our lifetime—and that “normal” is a myth..that 51% of us will have a mental health issue (post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, an eating disorder)”[v] showing me that it's more normal to have a problem, than not. So today we will focus on our mental health, with a few tools, strategies and ideas that we've uncovered over the past few years, to help all of us put our brain health first this year. This is keeping in theme of going back to the basics. For this week's Brain Fact Friday, and launch of our New Year, DID YOU KNOW that “You are not stuck with the brain you have? You can make it better?” –From Dr. Daniel Amen, who said that in his online course Brain Thrive by 25  and he adds, “your history is not your destiny.” He reminds us to be aware of our genetic vulnerabilities, but that “we can change the structure and function of our brain” by doing things a certain way. Before going into “this certain way” that we can use to change the structure and function of our brain, I wonder, do you know YOUR genetic vulnerabilities? What steps are you taking to move beyond them? Dr. Amen speaks clearly and openly about his, and I've been open about mine on this podcast. I'm fully aware that depression runs in my family, so years ago, I put certain habits like exercise and healthy eating as priority, and it's not something I even think about anymore. It became a healthy, daily, non-negotiable habit.  When you can focus on brain health first, everything else will fall into place, and family history, or genetics can be changed. Here's the Tips We've Gathered to Help All of Us Put Our Mental Health First in 2023. TIP 1: USING EXERCISE TO CREATE MORE BRAIN RESERVE AS WE AGE: Who doesn't want to look younger, as the hands of time move forward? We covered this one on episode #128[vi] with our review of Dr. Daniel Amen's The End of Mental Illness book, but just as a review, look at the graphic he created with the ACRONYM BRIGHT MINDS and listen to this past episode if you want to review ALL of the brain tips we have for each of the letters of BRIGHT MINDS but for today, we will cover the first letter, B that stands for BLOOD FLOW. If your brain doesn't get enough blood flow its function will be compromised”[vii] so Dr. Amen believes “the number one strategy to support your brain and mental health is to protect, nurture, and optimize your heart and blood vessels”[viii] and exercise pumps blood to the brain. I know we hear it everywhere, but daily exercise is often written as a prescription for someone suffering with mental health issues, and this explains why. DID YOU KNOW THAT “Blood vessels age, not your brain cells? Keep blood vessels healthy so blood flows to your brain.”[ix] BRAIN TIP: You can keep your blood vessels healthy with moderate exercise 5 days/week and weight training 3 times/week.  I know we all have heard how important exercise is for our health, it's one of the top 5 health staples we have been covering on the podcast, and one area we dove deep into recently on EPISODE #252[x], but have you thought about it from this point of view? Keeping our heart healthy, keeps our blood vessels healthy, and helps blood flow to our brain. When you follow Dr. Amen's work, you will quickly learn how important blood flow is to the brain. When looking at a brain scan from his clinics, you will notice there are places with holes, and the hole you see represents a 45% drop in blood flow to that area. So, it's important to understand ways to increase blood flow to your brain (like with exercise) as well as what lowers blood flow in your brain (more than 2 cups of caffeine/day, smoking, lack of sleep, excessive alcohol use).[xi] TIP #2 FIND YOUR BALANCE POINT BY MEASURING YOUR WORKOUTS This next point I have to add, after tip #1, as each of us will have different needs when it comes to “how much” exercise we will need to do each week. We've covered this topic on The Top 5 Health Staples[xii] with tips of where to begin with an exercise plan in addition to the other health staples, but after measuring my workouts using the Whoop device the past 2 years, I think it's important to note that while daily exercise is important to keep our blood vessels and brain healthy, that finding our own individual balance point will help us physically, as well as mentally. At the end of this year, I received a report from Whoop that showed me loud and clear that while I was in the Top 2% for Strain Levels, of the entire Whoop community, consisting of many professional level athletes, that they recommend I find a better balance between my recovery and strain. In 2023 I don't need to push so hard, that will be good for short-term fitness gains, but will not help me with long-term performance. Understanding this information was eye-opening, as I use exercise to solve all my problems, (mental health and physical) but this comes at a risk over overdoing it, which won't help me in the long run. (pun intended here). DID YOU KNOW THAT “when your recovery is high, your body is primed to take on more strain? (and you can get a green light to workout) But when your recovery is low, you may be at risk of overtraining (during intense workouts)[xiii]”  (Whoop.com) and could use some rest. One quick glance at my yearly recovery rates you can see that I mostly had yellow recoveries (there were actually 192 days where my body wasn't fully recovered and 122 days where it was recovered (green). These numbers can show me what to change/improve in 2023 so I can have more days where my body is “recovered” strong and ready to take on more strain (mental as well as physical) and that on yellow or non-recovered days, I can focused on less intense workouts to give me more capacity in my day. This will require a change in behavior on my end, but without this data, I'd be at risk of longer-term injury that you better believe would impact my mental health. BRAIN TIP: I'm sure we've all heard that “If you don't make time for your wellness, you'll be forced to make time for your illness” but also too much time focused on wellness isn't the answer either. FIND YOUR OWN BALANCE. When you can find a way to measure how well your body is recovering on a day to day basis (I use the Whoop device-you can learn more with EPISODE #134[xiv] with our interview with Kristen Holmes, VP of Performance Science at Whoop) but there are other tools out there that measure sleep in addition to other vital information, so you can see a snapshot of your overall physical health to show you where you are on a daily and monthly basis against your baseline. You can see my report in the show notes measuring respiratory rate (is the amount of breaths I take per minute while at rest-which increases with illness or when I travel to places with higher altitudes) showing me more rest is needed when this number elevates. Resting heart rate (the number of times my heart beats while at rest) is an indicator of cardiovascular health, also alerting me when more rest is needed, and the report shows me that my average night of sleep still falls below the recommended 7 hours of sleep, something I'm still working on improving, that you'll see with our next tip. TIP #3 BE OPEN TO TOOLS THAT ARE HELPING OTHERS When I first interviewed Kelly Roman[xv], the CEO of Fisher Wallace on their brain stimulator device for anxiety, depression and sleep management, I had no idea that my review of this device would have such a strong reach. EPISODE #120[xvi] of “My Personal Review of the Fisher Wallace Wearable Medical Device” has had over 6,300+ downloads and I think there was such an interest in this one since we know that there has been “a global increase in depression and anxiety with tens of millions of additional cases reported globally[xvii] (since the Pandemic) and from the emails I've received since this review, it's clear that people are still searching for answers. Looking back, I remember thinking “I'll use this device long enough to gather some data for the review” and didn't plan on using it past the four weeks I was measuring my sleep. I remember being shocked at how much this device made an impact on my WASO (Wa-SO) score (or wake after sleep onset) that I still keep an eye on today as well I noticed it unexpectedly improved my mood, and anxiousness throughout the day. You can see this review one year later from July 2022, EPISODE #231[xviii] posted on their website, under their review section, and probably why I receive so many emails about this device. To update even further, I still use the Fisher Wallace Device every morning, for 2 20 minute sessions, while meditating, and I do put it on the highest level to maximize the benefits. I also still read every email the company sends out on their mailing list, and just before Christmas noticed that they have a NEW product coming out. I've already reached out to Kelly Roman to see if we can have him back on the podcast, but about his email release of this new product, he reveals its name, saying, “OAK (the new wearable device) is the culmination of my 13 years in the mental health industry—everything I've learned and dreamed was possible to deliver to patients. I consider it the apex wearable device for harnessing the potential of the human brain.” (Kelly Roman, CEO and Co-founder of Fisher Wallace Labs). I look forward to sharing what's NEW with their Next Generation Device, and do want to say that while I was gifted the device to try (if I didn't like it, I could have sent it back), but I have not been paid in any way to endorse the company or product. In fact, I've never been paid to endorse ANY product on our podcast to date). I just happen to be a user who noticed an incredible difference, and used the podcasting platform to share my results. Be sure to listen to these past episodes if you have missed them. DID YOU KNOW THAT: “The Fisher Wallace Stimulator® is the most researched wearable brain stimulation device on the market?” They have “conducted research on biomarkers (increased serotonin, lowered cortisol) depression, anxiety, insomnia, patient safety (including pediatric), Parkinson's disease and the treatment of substance use disorder patients.”   BRAIN TIP: Using this device has a similar effect as meditation, calming the brain in two 20 minute sessions. While everyday life stressors seem to be easier to combat with daily meditation, I'm not planning on give up another tool that can help me to stay calm during stressful times. While this device has helped my WASO score (wakefulness after sleep onset) if you look at how long I'm sleeping, I'm still averaging a bit over 6 hours of sleep that I could improve if I could just stay in bed longer. Like anyone else, I've definitely got some areas of mental and physical health pinpointed to improve in 2023. TIP #4 DO YOU KNOW YOUR HRV? The most important biomarker for tracking health and recovery on a regular basis. We covered an introduction to the importance of understanding HRV back in April of 2021 on EPISODE #125[xix] on “What is HRV and Why is it Important for Tracking Health, Recovery and Resilience?” and I learned that a higher HRV score means we have more capacity to perform, versus a lower score.  It's another way of looking at how recovered we are. Then we interviewed Rohan Dixit, the founder of Leif Therapeutics, on EPISODE #228[xx] with the wearable device that measures HRV in real-time, and I tried his device, and was able to pinpoint the parts of my day where my body was under high stress, to be able to learn and implement breathing strategies to overcome the stress, in the real time and watch my HRV increase on the dashboard of the device. What stuck to me that I didn't know before using Rohan's HRV tracker, is that I began to see where I was stressed or anxious, that I was unaware of before. For instance, the tracker started buzzing like crazy just before I went to sleep at night, when I thought I was relaxed and ready for sleep, but the tracker, connected to my heart rate, noticed the stress, and helped me to train myself to relax by taking deep breaths before sleep. The same thing happened while driving my kids to gymnastics. When we are in the middle of a busy day, it's sometimes not easy to check in and think “oh, I should probably breathe now” but the device picked up where I need to do this, helping me immensely to change my habits, and improve my HRV score during times of stress. DID YOU KNOW THAT: “HRV is a magical biomarker of your mental state?” (Rohan Dixit, Founder of Lief Therapeutics) BRAIN TIP: To incorporate this magical bio-marker into our daily life, once we know what it is, (by measuring it some way) we can then use this number to guide us with our workouts. If the next day after a hard workout, your HRV is still low, use it as a sign to go easier the next day. If your HRV is low, and you haven't been active, this “indicates your body is working hard for some other reason (maybe your fatigued, dehydrated, stressed, or sick and need recovery.”[xxi] UsePrioritizing  this number as a guide to help you to gain more capacity to do the things you need to do throughout your day. REVIEW AND CONCLUSION: To review and conclude this week's Brain Fact Friday, DID YOU KNOW that “You are not stuck with the brain you have? You can make it better?” –From Dr. Daniel Amen we covered four tips for doing things a certain way in 2023, that can tip our needle towards mental AND physical health in the New Year. We also don't need to do a lot of things all at once, but knowing where to begin is a good first step for improved overall health this year. TIP 1: USING EXERCISE TO CREATE MORE BRAIN RESERVE AS WE AGE: Showing us that keeping our heart healthy, keeps our blood vessels healthy, and helps blood flow to our brain. TIP #2 FIND YOUR BALANCE POINT BY MEASURING YOUR WORKOUTS:  Because if we don't make time our wellness, we'll be forced to make time for our illness” and I shared how I'm using the Whoop device to find more balance between strain (with my workouts) and rest. TIP #3 BEING OPEN TO TOOLS THAT ARE HELPING OTHERS: Where we covered the Fisher Wallace brain stimulator device for anxiety, depression and sleep management that has helped me with much more than just WASO (wake after sleep onset) score. The device, paired with my Whoop device has also shown me that one extra hour of sleep each night in 2023 could help me to find the balance my body needs this year. TIP #4 THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING YOUR HRV: with the Lief Wearable Device that tracks HRV in real-time, helping us to train our body to breathe when we need it the most. I hope that these 4 TIPS have helped you to think about where you MENTAL and PHYSICAL health could be improved this year, with some steps for getting started. I wanted to share what I'm currently working on, so you can see that we all have areas of improvement. But without knowing WHAT to improve, most of us will do the same thing we did last year, without any change. Wishing everyone a healthy start to the New Year, and I'll see you next week.   REFERENCES: [i] www.significant72.com [ii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #64 with Greg Wolcott on “Making Connections with Neuroscience and SEL” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/assistant-superintendent-greg-wolcott-on-making-connections-with-neuroscience-and-sel/ [iii] Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before by Dr. Julie Smith Published January 2022 https://www.amazon.com/Why-Nobody-Told-This-Before/dp/0063227932 [iv] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #128 on a Review of Dr. Amen's End of Mental Illness book https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/review-of-dr-daniel-amens-the-end-of-mental-illness-6-steps-for-improved-brain-and-mental-health/ [v] Dr. Amen, Brain Thrive by 25 Online Course http://brainthriveby25.com/ [vi] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #128 on a Review of Dr. Amen's End of Mental Illness book https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/review-of-dr-daniel-amens-the-end-of-mental-illness-6-steps-for-improved-brain-and-mental-health/ [vii] Dr. Amen on The Dr. Oz Show https://www.doctoroz.com/article/dr-daniel-amens-memory-rescue-plan [viii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 2755 [ix] Tana and Daniel Amen on The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast https://brainwarriorswaypodcast.com/its-not-your-brain-cells-that-age-its-your-blood-vessels [x] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #252 on Using Neuroscience to Improve Fitness, Longevity and Overall Health https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/brain-fact-friday-on-using-neuroscience-to-improve-fitness-longevity-and-overall-health/ [xi] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 2787 [xii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast BONUS EPISODE Top 5 Health Staples and Review of  Season 1-4  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/bonus-episode-a-deep-dive-into-the-top-5-health-staples-and-review-of-seasons-1-4/ [xiii] WHOOP Recovery  https://support.whoop.com/WHOOP_Data/Recovery__HRV/WHOOP_Recovery [xiv]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #134 with Kristen Holmes VP of Performance Science from Whoop https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/kristen-holmes-from-whoopcom-on-unlocking-a-better-you-measuring-sleep-recovery-and-strain/ [xv] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #108 with Kelly Roman, CEO of Fisher Wallace Laboratories  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/ceo-of-fisher-wallace-laboratories-on-wearable-medical-devices-for-anxiety-depression-and-sleepstress-management/ [xvi] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #231 on “One year later: My Personal Review of the Fisher Wallace Wearable Device for Anxiety, Depression and Sleep”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/personal-review-of-the-fisher-wallace-wearable-medical-device-for-anxiety-depression-and-sleepstress-management/ [xvii] Global Increase in Depression and Anxiety Oct. 21, 2021 by Karen O'Leary https://www.nature.com/articles/d41591-021-00064-y [xviii] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE  #231 on “One year later: My Personal Review of the Fisher Wallace Wearable Device for Anxiety, Depression and Sleep” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/update-one-year-later-on-my-personal-review-of-the-fisher-wallace-wearable-sleep-device-for-anxiety-depression-and-sleep-management/ [xix] Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #125 on “What is HRV and why is it important for tracking health, recovery and resilience.” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/what-is-hrv-and-why-is-it-important-for-tracking-health-recovery-and-resilience-with-andrea-samadi/ [xx]Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPISODE #228 with Rohan Dixit, Founder of Lief Therapeutics on Measuring HRV in Real Time for Stress Relief”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/rohan-dixit-founder-of-lief-therapeutics-on-measuring-hrv-in-real-time-for-stress-relief-from-the-inside-out/ [xxi] Everything You Need to Know About Heart Rate Variability August 11, 2021

Our American Stories
The Story of John Adams, Told by David McCullough

Our American Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 38:16


On this episode of Our American Stories, John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize–winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series, brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough. The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands. The Institutes' name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in 1780. We'd like give a heartfelt “thank you” to The John Adams Institute and their podcast, “Bright Minds” for allowing us to share this story with our listeners. Here's David McCullough with the story of John Adams. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our American Stories
The Founding Fathers Were Not Like Us—We MUST Know Our History (Told by David McCullough)

Our American Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2022 10:49


On this episode of Our American Stories, John Adams is the Pulitzer Prize–winning biography of America's founding father and second president that was the basis for the acclaimed HBO series, brilliantly told by master historian David McCullough. The John Adams story you are about to hear was given by David McCullough at The John Adams Institute in the Netherlands. The Institutes' name commemorates the man who was the first American emissary to the Netherlands in 1780. We'd like give a heartfelt “thank you” to The John Adams Institute and their podcast, “Bright Minds” for allowing us to share this story with our listeners. Here's David McCullough with a short story about our Founding Fathers. Support the show (https://www.ouramericanstories.com/donate)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bright Minds: from the John Adams Institute

On March 11, 2022, Hanya Yanagihara returned to the John Adams for a conversation about 'To Paradise', her three-part story across three centuries, centered around New York City. To Paradise is a revisionist American history – not identical to the America as we know it but a ‘what if' narrative, invested in raising concerns about America as a nation: what it has been, what it might have been and what it could be. An epic tale told across multiple timelines and characters, separate from each other, but providing major themes and takeaways for the reader. “A masterpiece of our time,” according to The Guardian.Support the show

Legit Parenting
Supporting you and your neurodiverse child. Special guest, Tiffany Feingold, co-founder of Guiding Bright Minds

Legit Parenting

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 54:11


Join Craig Knippenberg, LCSW, M.Div, and Tiffany Feingold, co-founder of Guiding Bright Minds, an online community with the purpose of joining families, organizations and support services for neurodiverse children.   Tiffany shares her own experience as she navigated her own challenges and found refuge in this community.  

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning
Reducing the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease by Understanding Sleep and the Brain

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 8:43


Did you know that according to English scientist and professor of neuroscience and psychology, Mathew Walker, the author of Why We Sleep: The New Science of Sleep and Dreams that current research shows “that there appears to be a causal affect between sleep and our risk for Alzheimer's Disease?”  For this week's Brain Fact Friday and Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #223 we are going to take some of the most noticeable lessons learned from our recent podcast with Dr. John Denboer, on “This is Dementia: Disrupting the Decline”[i] and see what we can learn from Mathew Walker's most current research. This way, we can take a proactive approach to our sleep, optimizing our potential for learning, memory and retention, and see what we can learn about this devastating disease that affects “6.5M Americans, and is expected to double by 2050.” This topic goes hand in hand with our theme of Season 8 of our podcast: where our focus is  on Brain Health and Learning with a look at How an Understanding of Our Brain Can Improve Learning in Ourselves (adults, teachers, workers) as well as our future generations of learners. On this episode we will cover: ✔︎What is the difference between Alzheimer's and Dementia ✔︎What the most current research says about the connection between Alzheimer's Disease and sleep. ✔︎11 risk factors that we can learn more about to mitigate Alzheimer's Disease. ✔︎A look at the 2 proteins that damage and change the brain. ✔︎What we can do right now to mitigate Alzheimer's Disease by understanding sleep and our brain.   What is Alzheimer's and What is Dementia? On our interview with Dr. Denboer, who has spent most of his career working with patients on disrupting dementia, we began our interview defining each of these terms, since many of us aren't sure exactly what they are, and if we don't know what they are, how can we be sure we are being proactive with preventing them? Dementia: is a general term for “decline in mental ability severe enough to interfere with daily life”[ii] and there's not just one form of dementia. There's Alzheimer's, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia, and Mixed Dementia. Alzheimer's is “a degenerative brain disease that leads to dementia symptoms and gradually worsens over time.”[iii] We opened up our interview with Dr. Denboer with a quote from Dr. Babak Nayeri, a clinical associate professor from the University of Arizona who said “Dementia is not an aging disease; however, it is the most common disease of the aging population.” (from the Netflix documentary, This is Dementia).  “Though the greatest known risk factor for Alzheimer's is increasing age, the disease is not a normal part of aging.”[iv] 11 Risk Facts of Alzheimer's Disease One of America's leading psychiatrists and brain health experts, Dr. Daniel Amen, who we've spoken often about on this podcast, believes that Alzheimer's (that damages the hippocampus or memory center of our brain) and is responsible for “the disease-memory impairment”[v] is “a lifestyle disease similar to heart disease and type 2 diabetes and that our everyday habits contribute to our everyday risk.”[vi] Dr. Amen lists 11 risk factors that increase our probability for Alzheimer's (with the acronym Bright Minds) and sleep is the S in this acronym. You can read the rest of the risk factors here[vii] but to review them quickly, they are: B: For blood flow problems R: For retirement and aging I: For inflammation G: For genetics H: For head trauma T: For toxins M: For mental health problems I: For immune system problems N: For neurohormone problems D: For diabesity (that seriously impacts brain health and memory) S: For sleep that we will dive deeper into today. Which leads us to this week's Brain Fact Friday, that we opened up this episode with. Did you know that according to English scientist and professor of neuroscience and psychology, Mathew Walker, that current research shows “that there appears to be a causal affect between sleep and our risk for Alzheimer's Disease?” I recently watched Mathew Walker's The Science of Better Sleep Masterclass[viii] and he explained that a recent study took a person who was sleep deprived (of non-rem sleep) for just one night, the next day “they saw an immediate increase in their blood of that toxic protein beta-amyloid”[ix] which shows “that there appears to be a causal affect between sleep and our risk for Alzheimer's Disease.” (Mathew Walker). What are Beta-Amyloids and Tau? These two proteins are NOT the only factors in Alzheimer's but since we now know from Mathew Walker that lack of sleep causes amyloid to increase in our blood, I think it's important to understand what this could do to our brain over time. To see a full presentation of How Alzheimer's Affects the Brain[x], I will put a link to a page to review in the show notes. In this article, with a very clear video, you will learn how these two proteins, beta amyloid and tau, become toxic in the brain. You will see how the abnormal tau protein accumulate and eventually form tangles inside neurons, and beta amyloid clumps into plaques, which slowly build up between neurons. This is how Alzheimer's begins to change the brain, and along with other changes, and inflammation, neurons begin to die, causing the brain to shrink, beginning in the hippocampus, our memory center, which is important for us all for learning. To conclude this week's Brain Fact Friday, where we looked at Mathew Walker's research that shows a causal affect between sleep and our risk for Alzheimer's Disease, I think a good action step for all of us would be to take a serious look at our sleep to be sure we are getting more than 6 hours each night. Or to at least understand what happens when we do go below 6 hours of sleep/night. I'm sure this will lead you to wonder just how much sleep we should be getting each night? Mathew Walker did cover the importance of sleep with elite athletes saying “sleep may be the greatest legal performance enhancing drug that too few athletes are abusing enough in this modern day and age” and that elite athletes like Lebron James gets 11 hours of sleep each night (a long sleep at night with 1-2 naps in the day) and tennis play Roger Federer gets in between 10-12 hours sleep/day and I'm sure if you ask a sports star with a proven track record how much sleep they get each night, they will talk of the importance of prioritizing sleep. If you are not an elite athlete, looking to improve performance, Walker recommends 7-9 hours of sleep each night. There's a lot more that we can do, but we will cover that on another episode. Until then, I hope this episode shocked you enough (like it did me) to work as hard as I can to make sure we strive for improving our sleep each night, since we know this will affect our future health as a strong Alzheimer's prevention strategy. I hope everyone sleeps well this weekend, as we prepare for our much-awaited interview with sleep and dream expert Dr. Baland Jalal[xi], from Harvard. REFERENCES: [i]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #221 with Dr. John Denboer on “This is Dementia: Disrupting the Decline” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-john-denboer-on-this-is-dementia-disrupting-the-decline/ [ii] Dementia and Alzheimer's disease: What's the Difference?  https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/difference-between-dementia-and-alzheimer-s [iii] ibid [iv] ibid [v] Why looking at the whole hippocampus is not enough by Aleksandra Maruszak March 31, 2014 https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fncel.2014.00095/full#:~:text=The%20hippocampus%20is%20one%20of,of%20the%20disease%2Dmemory%20impairment. [vi] Alzheimer's is a lifestyle disease by Dr. Daniel Amen Published Nov. 3, 2021 https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/alzheimers-is-a-lifestyle-disease/ [vii] Alzheimer's is a lifestyle disease by Dr. Daniel Amen Published Nov. 3, 2021 https://www.amenclinics.com/blog/alzheimers-is-a-lifestyle-disease/ [viii] https://www.masterclass.com/classes/matthew-walker-teaches-the-science-of-better-sleep [ix] ibid [x] What Happens to the Brain in Alzheimer's Disease https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/what-happens-brain-alzheimers-disease [xi] Dr. Baland Jalal https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/people/baland-jalal

Trend Following with Michael Covel
Ep. 1077: Inspiration from Three Bright Minds with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio

Trend Following with Michael Covel

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 181:20


Please enjoy my monologue Inspiration from Three Bright Minds with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio. This episode may also include great outside guests from my archive. --- I'm MICHAEL COVEL, the host of TREND FOLLOWING RADIO, and I'm proud to have delivered 10+ million podcast listens since 2012. Investments, economics, psychology, politics, decision-making, human behavior, entrepreneurship and trend following are all passionately explored and debated on my show. To start? I'd like to give you a great piece of advice you can use in your life and trading journey… cut your losses! You will find much more about that philosophy here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/trend/ You can watch a free video here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/video/ Can't get enough of this episode? You can choose from my thousand plus episodes here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/podcast My social media platforms: Twitter: @covel Facebook: @trendfollowing LinkedIn: @covel Instagram: @mikecovel Hope you enjoy my never-ending podcast conversation!

Michael Covel's Trend Following
Ep. 1077: Inspiration from Three Bright Minds with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio

Michael Covel's Trend Following

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2022 181:20


Please enjoy my monologue Inspiration from Three Bright Minds with Michael Covel on Trend Following Radio. This episode may also include great outside guests from my archive. --- I'm MICHAEL COVEL, the host of TREND FOLLOWING RADIO, and I'm proud to have delivered 10+ million podcast listens since 2012. Investments, economics, psychology, politics, decision-making, human behavior, entrepreneurship and trend following are all passionately explored and debated on my show. To start? I'd like to give you a great piece of advice you can use in your life and trading journey… cut your losses! You will find much more about that philosophy here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/trend/ You can watch a free video here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/video/ Can't get enough of this episode? You can choose from my thousand plus episodes here: https://www.trendfollowing.com/podcast My social media platforms: Twitter: @covel Facebook: @trendfollowing LinkedIn: @covel Instagram: @mikecovel Hope you enjoy my never-ending podcast conversation!

Podcastclub
21: Wind of Change with Patrick Radden Keefe

Podcastclub

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 79:19


Midas Letter Podcast
The Most Potent Novel Psychedelics Ever Created | Bright Minds $DRUG

Midas Letter Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021


Bright Minds Biosciences Inc (NASDAQ: DRUG, CNSX: DRUG) designs and develops novel treatments to retain therapeutic aspects of psychedelics while minimizing the side effects. The company’s next-generation serotonin-based therapies can be applied to various illnesses such as neuropsychiatric disorders, epilepsy, and pain. “Today, […]

Talking Hedge
Psychedelic Investment Fund- Palo Santo Fund's Tim Schlidt at MJ Biz Con

Talking Hedge

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 16:57


The future of mental wellness is being built today. Through its diversified investment fund, Palo Santo is positioned to increase the supply of clinically effective, affordable, and accessible mental health and addiction treatment solutions needed in today's world. “Palo Santo is seeing far more unique, high quality investment opportunities than we would have anticipated at this stage of the cycle and is therefore evaluating upsizing this current fund,” said Tim Schlidt, the co-founder of Palo Santo. Palo Santo is a U.S.-based psychedelic investment fund focused on increasing the supply of clinically effective and accessible mental health and addiction treatment solutions needed in today's world. The firm targets a diverse range of companies offering innovative solutions across biopharma, drug development, digital therapeutics, healthcare services, and tech-enabled solutions to address the growing global mental health crisis. The nascent psychedelic treatment market has seen investor demand surge over the last year as multiple studies have shown psilocybin, an active compound in magic mushrooms, is effective in treating depression and other mental afflictions. To date, Palo Santo has partnered with and funded more than 20-plus portfolio companies with notable investments such as atai Life Sciences, neurocare, Reset Pharma, Tactogen, Eleusis, Beckley Psytech, Delix, Bexson Biomedical, Ksana Health, Bright Minds, Psy Therapeutics, and Gilgamesh, among others. The psychedelic fund will be an active participant and work with the managements of the companies it invests in, said Schlidt, a former healthcare banker, in an interview with Reuters. The fund will mainly invest in companies that are in the early stages of their fundraising, but could eventually begin investing in the late-stage rounds as well, co-founder Daniel Goldberg said. He added the fund would also look to invest in companies whose operations go beyond just the production of psilocybin and focus on the development of new compounds based on it or its delivery methods. Guest: Tim Schlidt, Co-Founder & Partner at Palo Santo https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-schlidt-50538255/ https://www.palosanto.vc/about Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 587 The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers. This is only entertainment. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/talkinghedge/support

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Talking Hedge
Psychedelic Investment Fund- Palo Santo Fund's Tim Schlidt at MJ Biz Con

Talking Hedge

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 16:58


The future of mental wellness is being built today. Through its diversified investment fund, Palo Santo is positioned to increase the supply of clinically effective, affordable, and accessible mental health and addiction treatment solutions needed in today's world. “Palo Santo is seeing far more unique, high quality investment opportunities than we would have anticipated at this stage of the cycle and is therefore evaluating upsizing this current fund,” said Tim Schlidt, the co-founder of Palo Santo. Palo Santo is a U.S.-based psychedelic investment fund focused on increasing the supply of clinically effective and accessible mental health and addiction treatment solutions needed in today's world. The firm targets a diverse range of companies offering innovative solutions across biopharma, drug development, digital therapeutics, healthcare services, and tech-enabled solutions to address the growing global mental health crisis. The nascent psychedelic treatment market has seen investor demand surge over the last year as multiple studies have shown psilocybin, an active compound in magic mushrooms, is effective in treating depression and other mental afflictions. To date, Palo Santo has partnered with and funded more than 20-plus portfolio companies with notable investments such as atai Life Sciences, neurocare, Reset Pharma, Tactogen, Eleusis, Beckley Psytech, Delix, Bexson Biomedical, Ksana Health, Bright Minds, Psy Therapeutics, and Gilgamesh, among others. The psychedelic fund will be an active participant and work with the managements of the companies it invests in, said Schlidt, a former healthcare banker, in an interview with Reuters. The fund will mainly invest in companies that are in the early stages of their fundraising, but could eventually begin investing in the late-stage rounds as well, co-founder Daniel Goldberg said. He added the fund would also look to invest in companies whose operations go beyond just the production of psilocybin and focus on the development of new compounds based on it or its delivery methods. Guest: Tim Schlidt, Co-Founder & Partner at Palo Santo https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-schlidt-50538255/ https://www.palosanto.vc/about Host: Josh Kincaid, Capital Markets Analyst & host of your cannabis business podcast. https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshkincaid/ Episode 587 The Talking Hedge: Your Cannabis Business Podcast. ​Covering cannabis products, reviews, business news, interviews, investments, events, and more. https://www.theTalkingHedgepodcast.com Music Info: Song: Dark Trap Beats Hard Rap Instrumental | Gang | 2018Artist: LuxrayBeats Keywords: Hemp News, Weed News, Cannabis News, Marijuana News, Cannabis Business, Marijuana Business, Cannabis Industry News, Marijuana Industry News, Weed News 420, Talking Hedge Podcast, Cannabis Podcast, Marijuana Podcast, Business Podcast, CBD podcast, THC podcast, Cannabis Pitch Deck, Marijuana Pitch Deck, Marijuana Investment Deck, Cannabis Investment Deck, Cannabis Compliance, Cannabis Data, Cannabis Banking, Cannabis Investment, Pot Stocks, Cannabis Stocks, Weed Stocks, Marijuana Stocks, Cannabis Data, Marijuana Data, Cannabis Analytics, Marijuana Analytics, Cannabis Sales Data, Marijuana Sales Data Josh is not an investment adviser. The Talking Hedge is long gold and silver. Listeners should always speak to their personal financial advisers. This is only entertainment.

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Encode Ideas: Plainspoken Biotech and Medtech Interviews
Bright Minds Biosciences & Next Generation Psychedelics

Encode Ideas: Plainspoken Biotech and Medtech Interviews

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 43:43


An interview with Gideon Shapiro, Co-Founder & VP of Discovery at Bright Minds Biosciences, where we discuss recent and upcoming events in psychedelic drug development.  We cover Bright Minds pipeline of 5HT2 agonists, the importance of FDA's approval of Spravato, and Compass's impending Ph2b psilocybin data, among other topics relevant in the psychedelic space.        Companies discussed during the podcast: Bright Minds Biosciences Inc. (CSE: DRUG/OTCQB: BMBIF) Compass Pathways plc (Nasdaq: CMPS) Cybin Inc. (NYSE: CYBN) Xenon Pharmaceuticals Inc. (Nasdaq: XENE) Johnson & Johnson (NYSE: JNJ)  

Psychedelic Spotlight
Ian McDonald, CEO & Director, Bright Minds Biosciences

Psychedelic Spotlight

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2021 39:57


In today's episode of the Psychedelic Spotlight podcast, the Psychedelic Investor, James Hallifax interviews Ian McDonald, CEO and Director of Bright Minds Biosciences. For any investors out there, you can find Bright Minds Biosciences trading on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the symbol $DRUG and on the American OTC market under the symbol $BMBIF. In this wide ranging interview many topics are covered, starting with the philosophy and vision of Bright Minds. We discuss most of Bright Minds' major projects, including using new psychedelic medicines to treat chronic pain. This is exciting, since it could not only help people with chronic pain issues such as fibromyalgia, but it could also put a dent in the opioid use crisis by preventing people from being prescribed opioids by their doctors to treat pain. Bright Minds is a company working on second and third generation psychedelics to treat a variety of ailments including depression, PTSD, epilepsy, addiction and more. The driving philosophy is that while classic psychedelics such as psilocybin and LSD do show great potential to be used in a therapy setting to treat mental health issues, the compounds also have limitations. At Bright Minds, the goal is to engineer completely new compounds, often based on the structure of classical psychedelics, that keep the benefits of said drugs while doing away with potential negatives. Important to note is that while psychedelic derived drugs are a focus of the company, they also are creating non-psychedelic compounds for a variety of ailments, including different forms of addiction. *To learn more about Bright Minds Biosciences, visit their website: BrightMindsBio.com*Subscribe to our newsletter to get the latest industry news: PsychedelicSpotlight.com

OTCQB Podcast
Bright Minds Biosciences

OTCQB Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 17:26


Bright Minds Biosciences (OTCQB: BMBIF), is a biotechnology company focused on developing novel treatments for neuropsychiatry disorders, epilepsy and pain. Dr. Gideon Shapiro, Vice President of Discovery joins us to discuss the safety and efficacy of psychedelic treatments and how Bright Minds' treatments differ from conventional medicine.

Brom Podcast
17: Ian McDonald & Gideon Shapiro of Bright Minds Bio ($DRUG). Is Psilocybin Dangerous? What is a 5HT2C Agonist? When will Bright Minds uplist to the NASDAQ?

Brom Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021 53:41


Midas Letter Podcast
Bright Minds (DRUG): The GW Pharmaceuticals of Psychedelics

Midas Letter Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2021


Bright Minds Biosciences Inc (CNSX:DRUG, OTCMKTS:BMBIF) is a biotech company focused on developing novel transformative treatments for neuropsychiatry disorders, epilepsy and pain. Our viewers may be familiar with GW Pharmaceuticals PLC (formerly NASDAQ:GWPH), recently acquired by Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC (NASDAQ:JAZZ), and its Epidiolex® (CBD) oral solution as a treatment for childhood-onset epilepsy. Bright Mind’s focus is on […]

Midas Letter Podcast
3 Psychedelic Stocks Getting High Right Now | Midas Letter RAW ft ATAI, FTRP, DRUG, Wolf Street

Midas Letter Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2021


It has been known anecdotally that psychedelics and magic mushrooms have had therapeutic effects. This set of “drugs” have been known to positively alter mindsets, enlighten consciousness. Now, they are finally getting the proper attention for actually helping mental health disorders such as depression. The 1960’s and the War on Drugs stunted any studies from […]

Proactive - Interviews for investors
Bright Minds Biosciences seeing 'a lot' of in-bound interest from Big Pharma for its psychedelics

Proactive - Interviews for investors

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2021 6:10


Bright Minds Biosciences (CSE:DRUG) (OTCQB:BMBIF) CEO Ian McDonald explains to Proactive how the Vancouver, Canada-based group is aiming to be 'among, if not the leaders' of next-generation psychedelic drugs, while seeing 'a lot' of in-bound interest from Big Pharma for its psychedelic therapeutics. McDonald says Bright Minds is moving to the clinic with its lead asset to treat epilepsy at the beginning of 2022, with a Phase 1 and Proof-of Concept Phase 2 trial.

Assorted Goods
#046: Bright Minds: With Dr. Nicole Tetreault

Assorted Goods

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2021 97:45


There's a lot to know about the human brain, but what do we know about the inner-workings of gifted and Twice-Exceptional (2E) individuals? My guest this episode is Dr. Nicole Tetreault, as we discuss her book 'Insight Into A Bright Mind', as well as an assortment of topics including; anxiety, imposter syndrome, meditation, why we focus on the negative over the positive, and of course, how we can learn to work with and understand people with unique patterns of thought.  A jam-packed episode and a great conversation. Enjoy! AssortedGoodsPod.com ----------------------------- Twitter: @AssortedGoodsPC Insta: @AssortedGoodsPod Talkbox@AssortedGoodsPod.com

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning
Review of Dr. Daniel Amen's "The End of Mental Illness" 6 Steps for Improved Brain Function and Mental Health

Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2021 19:47


Welcome back to the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, for episode #128 with a review of Dr. Daniel Amen’s book, The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More.[i]   If you are listening on iTunes, click here to see the images.  Welcome back, I'm Andrea Samadi, a former educator who has been fascinated with understanding the science behind high performance strategies in schools, sports, and the workplace for the past 20 years. If you have been listening to our podcast, you will know that we’ve uncovered that if we want to improve our social and emotional skills, and experience success in our work and personal lives, it all begins with an understanding of our brain. Since May is Mental Health Awareness month, and every 14 minutes, someone in the country commits suicide, and it’s the 2nd leading cause of death for young people, I thought it was important to cover the one person, the leading expert on this topic, who has a goal to eliminate the stigma around mental illness with the understanding of brain health, and that’s with the world-renowned psychiatrist, brain disorder specialist, New York Times best-selling author and director of Amen Clinics, Dr. Daniel Amen. We’ve had his daughter on the podcast, Chloe Amen, for episode #11[ii] with the book that she helped Dr. Amen to write, Change your Brain, Change Your Grades and we have definitely asked Dr. Amen and his wife Tana to join us on the podcast. We understand that his schedule is tight between running Amen Clinics[iii], The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast[iv], and making television appearances, like his recent episode with Dr. Oz[v], but we are still working with this with his staff and his schedule with the hope that we can get him on, to give my husband and I a quick overview of our brain scans, and hopefully shed some light on why a brain scan can change your life for those listening. Visiting Dr. Amen’s Costa Mesa clinic was eye-opening, especially from the point of view of two people who didn’t have any obvious symptoms, just to gain more awareness into our health and well-being. It was a process that I think everyone could gain awareness from, whether you are having symptoms that you would like to dive deeper into, or not.  If you haven’t yet seen the 3-part series on where I outline what exactly a spect image brain scans, and how it can change your life, you can listen to it here.[vi] For those who are listening that might be interested like we were in visiting his offices, it’s a simple process. Just go to www.AmenClinics.com  and schedule a call with their offices to help you to find the best location to visit (in the US) and the best solution for you.  There’s no doubt that Dr. Amen is disrupting psychiatry with his brain scans, and the evidence is there on the wall at his clinics. You will see in plain view as you walk to his office, the famous studies he’s conducted. Dr. Amen has published “more than 70 peer-reviewed scientific articles, including some of the largest brain imaging studies ever done…if you type in ‘brain spect’ in the National Library of Medicine’s website www.pubmed.gov it will return more than 14,000 scientific abstracts.”[vii] Dr. Amen was the “principal investigator on the first and largest brain imaging and rehabilitation study on active and retired NFL players, showing high levels of damage, but also the possibility of recovery for many, using the principles in his book…Dr. Amen was also a consultant on the 2015 movie Concussion starring Will Smith”[viii] Since this information is so valuable,  I wanted to cover the highlights of his book, The End of Mental Illness that I know we could all benefit from reading. I don’t know anyone who doesn’t know someone who is impacted in some way with their mental health, and Dr. Amen says it pretty clearly that “most of us will have a mental health issue in our lifetime—and that “normal” is a myth..that 51% of us will have a mental health issue (post-traumatic stress, depression, anxiety, addiction, an eating disorder)”[ix] showing me that it’s more normal to have a problem, than not. When you pick up your copy of this book, (even if you aren’t ready to buy a copy, you can get a free sample on Amazon using the Kindle version) and just scan through the leaders in the health and wellness industry in the beginning. You’ll see Dr. David Perlmutter who we’ve mentioned often on this podcast, with his Alzheimer’s: The Science of Prevention Series,[x] Mark Hyman[xi], who appeared in Dr. Perlmutter’s series, Dr. Andrew Newberg[xii], director of research at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health at Thomas Jefferson University, who we had on the podcast for EPISODE #88[xiii] and many other well-known names from the sports industry, medicine, and education. In the first few pages of this book, Dr. Amen poses the question, “What if mental health was brain health?” which brings us back to our goal with this podcast, to bridge the gap that exists in our schools and workplaces that begins with an understanding of our brain. Part 1 of the book gives a history of mental health over the years, with some tips for brain health that can change your life. You will see some SPECT image scans and case studies and begin to see how some common brain health issues like depression, anxiety, TBI, substance abuse, or Alzheimer’s Disease show up in the brain vs a healthy brain scan image. Part 2 of the book explains the BRIGHT MINDS acronym which is a guide for well-being with the brain in mind. We will cover the BRIGHT part on this episode. Part 3 of the book offers strategies that can be used in schools and the workplace to end mental illness with a focus on brain health. We believe that well-being is the key to achievement and that an understanding of our brain health is behind the success our students will experience in the classroom, and then take with them for future success in the workplace. There’s no better place to learn about the brain, health, and well-being, than Dr. Amen. For this episode, if you would like to improve your mood, energy, focus and sleep, I’ll be using the acronym that Dr. Amen uses, (BRIGHT MINDS) with six tips to help us to improve brain health and function. This book also has an online class you can access for free on YouTube.[xiv] You can learn more about the acronym BRIGHT MINDS in Part 2 of The End of Mental Illness with the idea that in order to have a healthy brain, you must have a healthy mind. Dr. Amen mentions at the start of the book that we want to create as much “brain reserve” as we can as we age “since the more brain reserve you have, the more resilient you are and the better your brain can handle the aging process to keep mental health disorders at bay.”[xv] Although we have all been exposed to stressors to our brain in our lifetime, whether we have had an injury or not, we all have had some of our brain reserve depleted from our day-to-day life experience.  Here are six tips and strategies that are a good starting point when looking at our brain/mind health. 6 TIPS FOR IMPROVED BRAIN HEALTH B- Blood Flow: “If your brain doesn't get enough blood flow its function will be compromised”[xvi] so Dr. Amen believes “the number one strategy to support your brain and mental health is to protect, nurture, and optimize your heart and blood vessels”[xvii] and exercise pumps blood to the brain. DID YOU KNOW THAT “Blood vessels age, not your brain cells? Keep blood vessels healthy so blood flows to your brain.”[xviii] BRAIN TIP: Keep your blood vessels healthy with moderate exercise 5 days/week and weight training 3 times/week.  I know we all have heard how important exercise is for our health, it’s one of the top 5 health staples we have been covering on the podcast, but have you thought about it from this point of view? Keeping our heart healthy, keeps our blood vessels healthy, and helps blood flow to our brain. When you follow Dr. Amen’s work, you will quickly learn how important blood flow is to the brain. When looking at a brain scan with holes, the hole you see represent a 45% drop in blood flow to that area and it’s important to understand ways to increase blood flow to your brain (like with exercise and diet) as well as what lowers blood flow in your brain (more than 2 cups of caffeine/day, smoking, lack of sleep, excessive alcohol use).[xix] R: Retirement/Aging: “When your brain stops learning, your brain starts dying.”[xx] DID YOU KNOW: “That negative thoughts release chemicals in your brain that make you feel bad?”[xxi] It’s important to always be learning something new to keep the brain active, growing, and healthy and that we hold a positive mindset. BRAIN TIP: It’s important to find activities that we enjoy keeping us learning and growing and staying positive as we age. What I think is interesting is that activities we might have enjoyed doing 10 years ago, might have changed, so be open to trying something new, since your brain loves novelty and novelty makes us happy.[xxii] The more connected we are to what makes us happy, the more we can continue to contribute to the world, helping others and continue our lives with a sense of purpose. I: Inflammation: “Which is your body’s process of fighting against things that harm it, such as infections, injuries and toxins, in an attempt to heal itself. When something damages your cells, your body releases chemicals that trigger a response from your immune system.”[xxiii] Amen explains that the word inflammation comes from “the Latin word inflammare, meaning to set on fire”[xxiv] DID YOU KNOW “That a poor, inflammatory diet leads to less energy production in the brain?” (Ari Whitten, The New Science of Energy)[xxv] Dr. Amen explains that “Just as it can ravage your body, it can also damage your brain and mind. It’s been associated with a wide range of neurological and psychiatric illnesses including depression, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, Alzheimer’s Disease and Parkinson’s Disease.”[xxvi] BRAIN TIP: Keep your gut microbiome healthy, to maintain good brain health. We covered this topic on episode #93 with Dr. Vuyisich[xxvii] and it’s important to understand what creates an imbalance in our gut microbiome (stress, excessive alcohol, artificial sweeteners, and certain medications) while adding probiotics, being careful about taking antibiotics, and taking Omega-3 fatty acids[xxviii], can all reduce inflammation and improve brain health. G: Genetics: “Your history is not your destiny.” (Dr. Amen). I loved the dedication to this book: To Alize and Amelie, Your history is not your destiny. Let’s end mental illness with your generation.” You will see this dedication after the reviews of this book in the beginning and if you don’t know the story, Alize and Amelie are Dr. Amen’s nieces (Alize co-wrote Change Your Brain, Change Your Grades with Chloe Amen) and they are the reason Dr. Amen wrote this book, with the goal in mind to show the world that we are not stuck with the brain we have. You can read the story on page 5 of the book and see how Dr. Amen used these brain strategies as a blueprint to change the brains of his nieces, but it’s such a moving story, that caught my attention for many different reasons, because it’s powerful to know that we can change our brain’s (structure and function) with these strategies. DID YOU KNOW: “You are not stuck with the brain you have. You can make it better.” (Dr. Amen) BRAIN TIP: Just because certain things run in your family, like some people really are genetically inclined to be overweight (Dr. Amen says he has to be careful of what he eats and when) “don’t believe your genes are your destiny.”[xxix] Do you know what your genetic vulnerabilities are? I’m fully aware that depression runs in my family, so years ago, I put certain habits like exercise and healthy eating as priority, and it’s not something I even think about anymore. It became a healthy habit. When you can focus on brain health first, everything else will fall into place, and family history, or genetics can be changed. H: Head Trauma: “The silent epidemic that underlies many mental illnesses.” (Dr. Amen). According to the CDC, “more than 2 million new head injuries occur in the US every year” ranging from falls, to motor vehicle collisions, to sports injuries and Dr. Amen treats many of these injuries at his clinics across the country, saying that his database of “tens of thousands of patients, 40% had a significant brain injury before they came to see us.”[xxx] DID YOU KNOW: That your brain is soft like butter or tofu, and you don’t need to have lost consciousness to have injured it? Have you ever “fallen out of a tree, fallen off a horse, dove into a shallow pool, had a whiplash accident, hit your head on a ball, the ground, or someone else’s helmet in sports?”[xxxi]   I didn’t think that the patten of a TBI would show up on my brain scan, but it did, and I’m sure it was from when I hit my head on a pool deck during a triathlon, over 20 years ago. BRAIN TIP: Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is a simple, noninvasive treatment that many athletes have been using for years to help with the healing and reduce inflammation in the brain.[xxxii] This was suggested for me with the pattern of a TBI showing with my brain scan. I have not had a session yet, mostly because I don’t have symptoms that bother me but I would look into this if I did. T: Toxins: “Toxins are one of the major causes of brain/mental health issues…and can increase the risk of depression, suicide, ADD/ADHD, learning problems, memory problems, brain fog, and temper outbursts.”[xxxiii] I’M SURE YOU ALL KNOW: “That every day we are exposed to a host of chemicals, pesticides, fumes, and products that poison the human brain?”[xxxiv] Dr. Amen reminds us that we can’t avoid some of these toxins, but there’s a lot we can do to limit our exposure to them and help to detoxify our homes, workspaces and environment. BRAIN TIP: If your think you could be sharper,  improve your focus, or memory, the first place to look, is at what you are putting into your body that could be harming your brain.  There’s the obvious drugs and alcohol category, but some other areas to consider looking at are mold exposure, cleaning supplies, and what you are putting on your body (lotion/makeup) that could contain harmful chemicals that can hurt your brain. Learn to read labels and identify chemicals and preservatives we should avoid like “potassium bromate (carcinogenic), BHA, BHT (linked to tumors), Sodium benzoate (may damage DNA), Sodium nitrate (linked to Cancer), Tartrazine dye (makes cheese yellow) linked to asthma, MSG (linked to seizures and heart issues), Red Dye #40, and artificial sweeteners (aspartame-blue packets) and saccharin (pink packets) both linked to obesity. I know that in the past 10 years, this area has improved with many people switching to green cleaning supplies, and I know that many students themselves know what foods have red dye #40 in them, as their parents tell them, and that some countries are far more advanced than others, but you can still look around and see toxins everywhere and just be mindful of what they do to our brain. REVIEW: To close out the review of Dr. Amen’s book, The End of Mental Illness, there’s a lot that we can all do, just by reviewing his BRIGHT MINDS Tips. Improve blood flow to our brain with exercise. Keep learning as we age and find strategies to hold a positive daily mindset. Take supplements to keep our gut microbiome healthy as a poor diet can cause less energy production in our brain. Your history is not your destiny. Know your genetic vulnerabilities but also that you are not stuck with the brain you have. You can change your brain with new habits that create new results. Your brain is soft like butter or tofu. Protect it by wearing a helmet playing sports. Toxins surround us every day. Do what we can to reduce exposure to chemicals we know harm our brains. If we can start with these six steps to prioritizing our brain health, we will be miles ahead with our productivity and results. When we can get our brain health right, everything else in our life will improve.  I highly suggest reading this book and taking the 6-week online course that goes with it, as there are many resources that can help guide you towards having a better brain and life. It really doesn’t take a lot to make small improvements that will yield huge results. To close out this episode, I wanted to list the top brain tips I have learned from studying Dr. Amen to give some hope during Mental Health Awareness Month.  If you want to learn more about Amen Clinics, go to their website www.amenclinics.com and you can click on the conditions tab to search for a list of the brain disorders they treat, with valuable information. Hope you have a wonderful week! See you for Brain Fact Friday. REFERENCES: [i] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 [ii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning EPISODE #11 with Chloe Amen on “Change Your Brain, Change Your Grades” https://www.achieveit360.com/15-year-old-chloe-amen-reveals-strategies-on-how-to-change-your-brain-change-your-grades/ [iii] https://www.amenclinics.com/ [iv] https://www.amenclinics.com/podcast/ [v] Dr. Amen on The Dr. Oz Show with his Memory Rescue Plan https://www.doctoroz.com/article/dr-daniel-amens-memory-rescue-plan [vi] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast Episode #82 “How a SPECT Image Brain Scan Can Change Your Brain and Life” PART 1 with Doug Sutton https://www.achieveit360.com/how-a-brain-scan-changed-my-brain-and-life-with-doug-sutton/ Neuroscience Meets SEL Podcast EPSIODE #83 with Andrea Samadi on “What is a SPECT Brain Scan and How Can it Change Your Life?” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/how-exactly-can-a-spect-imaging-brain-scan-change-your-life-with-andrea-samadi-part-2/ Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast Episode #84 “How a SPECT Image Brain Scan Can Change Your Life” PART 3 with Andrea Samadi https://www.achieveit360.com/how-a-spect-scan-can-change-your-life-part-3-with-andrea-samadi/ [vii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 547 [viii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 532 [ix] Dr. Amen, Brain Thrive by 25 Online Course http://brainthriveby25.com/ [x] Dr. David Perlmutter’s Alzheimer’s: The Science of Prevention Series  https://www.drperlmutter.com/alzheimers-the-science-of-prevention-2020-air-dates/ [xi] https://drhyman.com/ [xii] http://www.andrewnewberg.com/ [xiii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #88 with Dr. Andrew Newberg https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/neuroscientist-andrew-newberg-md-on-neurotheology-spect-scans-and-the-aging-brain/ [xiv] The End of Mental Illness 6 Week Online Class Published on YouTube Jan. 21, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-8CiGDWYXQ [xv] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 2034 [xvi] Dr. Amen on The Dr. Oz Show https://www.doctoroz.com/article/dr-daniel-amens-memory-rescue-plan [xvii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 2755 [xviii] Tana and Daniel Amen on The Brain Warrior’s Way Podcast https://brainwarriorswaypodcast.com/its-not-your-brain-cells-that-age-its-your-blood-vessels [xix] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 2787 [xx] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 3256 [xxi] The End of Mental Illness 6 Week Online Class Published on YouTube Jan. 21, 2020 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-8CiGDWYXQ (lesson 5) [xxii] The Importance of Novelty Sept. 5, 2019 by Nicole Dean https://brainworldmagazine.com/the-importance-of-novelty/ [xxiii] Understanding and Managing Chronic Inflammation Written by Adrienne Santos-Longhurst July 27, 2018 https://www.healthline.com/health/chronic-inflammation [xxiv] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 3714 [xxv] Ari Whitten, The New Science of Energy from The Energy Blueprint https://theenergyblueprint.com/new-science-of-energy1/ [xxvi] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 3728 [xxvii] Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EPISODE #93 with Dr. Momo Vuyisich on “Improving the Health of Your Microbiome, Preventing and Reversing Chronic Disease.” https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/dr-momo-vuyisich-on-improving-the-health-of-your-microbiome-preventing-and-reversing-chronic-disease/ [xxviii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 3967 [xxix] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 147 [xxx] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 4574 [xxxi] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 4642 [xxxii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 110 [xxxiii] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 4881 [xxxiv] The End of Mental Illness: How Neuroscience is Transforming Psychiatry and Helping Prevent or Reverse Mood and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Addictions, PTSD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders and More by Dr. Daniel Amen  March 3, 2020 https://www.amazon.com/End-Mental-Illness-Neuroscience-Transforming/dp/1496438159 Location 4953

BIO-T
S.2E.8 Bright night lights incite bright Minds.

BIO-T

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2021 125:48


Here we are with a few different thoughts. Some may be's and some may not be's. The crucifixion of 1350 thats what it was! D'oh. To late. It's ok. The show must go on. Listen at your own discretion. Thank you all who gave us a listen. Stay tuned, many more episodes on the way. As always enjoy. BIO-T! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Black Consumer News (BCN)
Bright Minds - KenDrell Collins & Maxmillian (Max) Sprinkle

Black Consumer News (BCN)

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 59:53


Little Rock attorneys KenDrell Collins and Max Sprinkle come into their own amid COVID-19 pandemic and Arkansas' hot summer of civil unrest following the George Floyd protests.

KME Coaching, Business & Marketing
Episode #11: Inspiring Bright Minds, Welcome to Inspired Conversations with Kim

KME Coaching, Business & Marketing

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2021 31:06


Welcome to Inspired Conversations Podcast Show with Kim Evans. My guest today is the lovely Joyelle Evans-Nye.She is a 9-year-old entrepreneur and inspiring dancer and singer. Owner of her art company The World of Joy (also known as the Real World of Joy) Joyelle has a natural knack for everything creative and technical. She enjoys painting, coding, math, science, dancing, singing, drawing, and much more. She dreams to be a Disney star, owns a restaurant with her mother, become a millionaire, and volunteer to help animals and supporting her community. You can check out her art collection below. Joyelle is also homeschooled by her mom, who is also a school teacher and Entrepreneur.Contact JoyelleWww.therealworldofjoy.comwww.Instangram.com/therealworldofjoy FB@theworldofjoyAbout Antoinette Evans Home School:FB@Rich City Kids Foundationwww.Richcitykids.orgFb@Richcitykids510instagram.com/richcitykidsChill And Grow Urban Gearwww.chillandgrow.com___________________________About Your Host:Kim Evans, MA, LE, CMTSpeaker, Beauty, Business & Lifestyle Wellness Coach. Kim is the owner of 2GORJIS Wellness: Facial, Makeup & Massage for 24 years in the SF Bay Area.She is also the founder of her 2GORJIS~The Look Good, Feel Great Program taught to students in the bay area.Contact Kim Evans:KimMevans.comStay Connected:Text 2GORJIS to >>21000Book a Virtual Appt with Kim:Calendly.com/KMEcoachingShop 2GORJIS Spa Boutique:kimMevans.com/shopThank you for watching our Podcast Show Inspired, Conversations with Kim.Your Host Kim Evans, MA, LE, CMT

Unforget Me: Writings and Stories from Incarcerated Students

In episode 3 of the Unforget Me podcast you will finally hear a new voice. I talk with Sue Hutchins, a retired mental health professional and founder of the non-profit Living Beyond the Bars (https://www.facebook.com/Living-Beyond-the-Bars-1480415388701166/), an organization that offers support to people who are incarcerated and their families. Sue is the author of the new book titled Bleak Walls, Bright Minds (https://www.amazon.com/Bleak-Walls-Bright-Minds-their/dp/B08P1FC8PR). In this self-published work Sue has collected writings submitted by people incarcerated across the Iowa Department of Corrections who are serving a sentence of Life Without the Possibility of Parole (LWOP). In our interview we talk about Sue's book and the work she and other local advocates are doing to mitigate life sentences. You'll also hear Sue read from her book. If you'd like more information on Legislation related to sentences of Life Without the Possibility of Parole I suggest checking out The Sentencing Project's website (https://www.sentencingproject.org/search/Life+without+parole). Please leave a message for me at anchor.fm/heather-erwin if you'd like to qualify to receive a signed copy of Bleak Walls Bright Minds or if you have any questions or comments about this episode or either of the first two. I look forward to hearing from you!

REWRITE TECH by diconium
diconium Talks Future: What bright minds expect from tomorrow

REWRITE TECH by diconium

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 23:44


This year, diconium celebrated its 25th birthday. Along with several guest we venture a look into the future to find out what comes next. Our core topics were mobility, e-commerce and sustainability.In this episode of REWRITE TECH, our hosts Geraldine de Bastion and Brad Richards discuss the event and its highlights including Pascal Finette, Joana Breidenbach and Dame Stepahnie Shirley.

NEXNU'CLEAR RADIO
RECOGNIZING OUR PURPOSE NOW AND NEXT AS BRIGHT MINDS

NEXNU'CLEAR RADIO

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2020 86:28


WE KNOW OUR PURPOSE AS THE BRONZE-- GOLDEN RACE NO ONE SHALL TELL US DIFFERENTLY NOW AND NEXT --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/area-51-nick-jackson-51-a/support

The Courageously.u Podcast
27. Brain Injury Disguised as Mental Illness With Dr. Kabran Chapek

The Courageously.u Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2020 43:16


On my continued quest to help break the commonly held belief surrounding mental illness, I bring you today's guest, Dr. Kabran Chapek.  Dr. Kabran Chapek has been a staff physician at Amen Clinics since 2013. As a graduate of Bastyr University in the Seattle area, he is an expert in the use of functional and integrative treatments. Dr. Chapek is the founding president of the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians, an affiliate group of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians.  He is also the author of Concussion Rescue, an amazing book that describes the programs and protocols he uses at the Amen Clinics to put patients on a pathway to recovery. For anyone struggling with the effects of concussion, Concussion Rescue guides you through strategies from the cutting edge of brain science.  Why does this episode matter?  Most people believe that mental illness is solely the result of a chemical imbalance, and that's just not true.  Dr. Chapek educates us on the role that brain injury plays in psychiatric illness. Having had multiple head injuries myself, I found concussion rescue to be very insightful.  If you have ever had a brain injury, know someone who has, or want to be proactive in regards to your mental health, this episode is for you.  IN TODAY'S EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN:  Why brain imaging is helpful (6:20) That brain injuries can cause mental health problems (9:50) Things to do immediately if you injury your brain (13:34) What you need to place in your car (15:14) What to do if there are signs of a concussion (16:23) Symptoms of a concussion (16:42) How brain injury leads to mental health problems (18:24) The BRIGHT MINDS risk factors (22:59) How brain injury can lead to sleep problems and tips to improve sleep (29:39) What to do if you don't have access to SPECT imaging (33:51) How diet influences brain health (36:12) Dr. Chapek's final tip to help improve mental health (39:20) I can't wait to hear your feedback on this episode! Screenshot and tag me—I'm @courageously.u— and my guest—@drkabran_chapek and share your thoughts, feelings, and reactions. __________ ALL THE GOODIES FROM THIS EPISODE: Save 10% on your Four Sigmatic purchase with code: COURAGE10 __________⁣⁣ COURAGEOUSLY.U SHOWNOTES: https://courageouslyu.com/kabran-chapek/   COURAGEOUSLY.U FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1416219115169393   COURAGEOUSLY.U INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/courageously.u/

SA Today with Jennie Lenman
1169: Young Bright Minds Creating a Sustainable Future

SA Today with Jennie Lenman

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2020 9:39


Middle school students at Murray Bridge High (https://www.mbhs.sa.edu.au/) have been helping to solve major challenges this week across two 'Critical and Creative Thinking Days'. The theme this year is 'Creating a Sustainable Future', in which students listen to an online panel of scientific leaders speak about the problems and potential solutions to a range of impending threats to communities,  industries and ecosystems. STEM Coorinator Luke Starczak joins Jennie Lenman in studio to discuss the sessions, along with year nine students Adela Chewings, Kirralee Pitcher, and Mia Duncan, who have been considering the carp problem in the Murray River. 

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast
Re-launching as an ethical business and hitting multiple 6 figures with Emily Whishaw from Isle of Summer Label

Bright Minds of eCommerce Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2020 31:46


We speak to Emily from Isle of Summer Label and learn the hows and why she rebranded and relaunched as an ethically made business, and how she hit multiple six-figures within her first year of launching. We cover everything from finding stockists, to marketing strategies.

Report on Psychedelics
Conversations: Ian McDonald and Dr. Gideon Shapiro, Bright Minds Biosicences

Report on Psychedelics

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2020 40:45


Learn more about Bright Minds Biosciences at their website: https://brightmindsbio.com/Stay up to date with the latest in the business of psychedelics by subscribing to our weekly briefing: https://reportonpsychedelics.com/#briefing-signupOur Conversations Podcast is supported by the NEO Exchange. With a focus on fairness, liquidity, efficiency and unparalleled client service, the NEO Exchange creates a better public listing experience by doing what’s right for investors and capital-raisers. Learn why NEO is the next generation stock exchange  at neostockexchange.com.

ScottE's Blog Podcast
Executive Director of Bright Minds Foundation Liz Crammond and I talk about the Access to Learning Fund

ScottE's Blog Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020 7:43


The Executive Director of Bright Minds Foundation Liz Crammond and I talk about the Access to Learning Fund. Bright Minds Foundation, the educational foundation of the Howard County Public School System (HCPSS), and HCPSS have launched an emergency Access to Learning Fund to raise money for critical education access supports for HCPSS students during the extended coronavirus school closure. Contributions to the Access to Learning Fund may be made in the following ways: Here on the Bright Minds website under DONATE Text HCPSS to 501-55 Mail a check to the Bright Minds Foundation, 10910 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City, MD 21042. Please designate “Access to Learning Fund” in the comment field. Learn more here:  https://brightmindsfoundation.org/access-to-learning-fund/

The Protectors
Episode #93 | Dr. Kabran Chapek | Author of The Concussion Rescue

The Protectors

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 27:40


Kabran joined The Protectors to talk about the impact of TBI's and concussions on the “Protectors” community.  I learned a ton during our discussion, especially the effect of diet and exercise to brain health.  We also touch on testosterone and other ways to help heal the brain.  About Dr. Kabran Chapek: He has a special interest in the assessment and treatment of Alzheimer's and dementia, traumatic brain injuries, PTSD, and anxiety disorders. Dr. Chapek is the founding president of the Psychiatric Association of Naturopathic Physicians. He has a five-step BRIGHT MINDS program that has worked effectively on more than 115,000 patients who have come to the Amen Clinics with TBIs. Chapek provides clear and concise instructions on how to help the brain heal faster from inflammation – immediate and comprehensive evaluations, assessing hormone imbalances, correcting structural integrity, brain training, sleep, exercise, and more.Concussion Rescue: A Comprehensive Program to Heal Traumatic Brain Injury   https://www.amazon.com/Concussion-Rescue-Comprehensive-Program-Traumatic/dp/0806540230/ https://www.amenclinics.com/locations/northwest/ https://tbihelpnow.org/the-team Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/theprotectors)

JJ Virgin Lifestyle Show
The End of Mental Illness with Dr. Daniel Amen

JJ Virgin Lifestyle Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2020 37:31


Double board-certified psychiatrist and ten-time New York Times bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen joins JJ in today’s episode to share how the end of mental illness begins with a revolution in brain health! Listen as Dr. Amen shares why labeling someone as having a “mental illness” is not only inaccurate but also harmful, as well as how reframing the discussion from mental health to brain health changes everything. Dr. Amen also reveals his revolutionary BRIGHT MINDS approach to treating brain health issues, including the eleven major risk factors that can steal your mind and what you can do to take back your health. Plus, find out how to get the first chapter of Dr. Amen’s new book, The End of Mental Illness, and his BRIGHT MINDS chart for free!   Freebies From Today’s Episode Get the introduction and first chapter of Dr. Amen’s new book, The End of Mental Illness, plus his BRIGHT MINDS chart for free by going to jjvirgin.com/endofmentalillness.   Main Points From Today’s Episode 85% of psychiatric drugs are prescribed by non-psychiatric physicians in 7-minute office visits. Once you start these drugs, they’re really hard to stop because they’re insidious. Dr. Amen explains why labeling someone as having a “mental illness” is not only inaccurate but also harmful. His new book, The End of Mental Illness, explains how neuroscience is transforming psychiatry and helping prevent or reverse mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, addictions, PTSD, psychosis, personality disorders, and more. If you want to keep your brain healthy or rescue it, you have to prevent or treat the eleven major risk factors that steal your mind. Dr. Amen shares his BRIGHT MINDS approach to treating brain health issues.     Episode Play-By-Play [0:35] How Dr. Amen has helped JJ’s son, Grant [1:11] Dr. Amen’s career briefing [3:20] Listener shout-out [4:34] Welcoming Dr. Amen to the show [4:57] The inspiration behind Dr. Amen’s new book, The End of Mental Illness [6:11] The stigma around mental illness [7:21] What is the new hope for those who are suffering right now? [8:15] 85% of psychiatric drugs are prescribed by non-psychiatric physicians in 7-minute office visits. [9:11] How the pharmaceutical companies are creating chronic illness [10:10] JJ shares a story about her son’s experience at the psychiatrist’s office. [12:05] Dr. Amen asks, “Why aren’t we looking at the brain?” [12:10] Why neurologists look at the brain and psychiatrists typically don’t [13:25] The risk of depression and obesity in football players due to damaged frontal lobes [14:38] You hit your head, you hurt your brain. [15:13] Every year, 2 million new people in the United States have a brain injury. [15:38] What are the frontal lobes in your brain and what happens when they get damaged? [17:07] Why we need a new paradigm when it comes to mental health [17:31] If you want to keep your brain healthy or rescue it, you have to prevent or treat the eleven major risk factors that steal your mind. [18:05] Dr. Amen’s BRIGHT MINDS approach [18:02] B is for blood flow. The link between low blood flow and conditions like Alzheimer’s schizophrenia, depression, and ADHD [19:04] R is for retirement and aging. When you stop learning, your brain starts dying. [19:34] I stands for inflammation. Dr. Amen talks a lot about omega-3 fatty acids and gut health in his book. [20:17] G is for genetics, but we have genetics all wrong. [20:47] H is for head trauma, which has been previously discussed in this episode. [20:49] T is for toxins, including drugs, alcohol, mold, and more. [21:49] M stands for mind storms, which means abnormal electrical activity in the brain. [22:09] How would someone know if they were experiencing overfiring in the brain? [22:41] I is for immunity and infection. [23:20] Dr. Amen shares a story about a girl who experienced hallucinations and ended up being diagnosed with Lyme disease. [25:08] N is for neurohormone issues. [25:29] D stands for diabesity, As your weight goes up, the size and function of your brain goes down. [26:37] S is for sleep. Children who sleep just an hour less on average than their peers have a higher incidence of depression and suicide. [26:48] Why labeling someone as having a “mental illness” is not only inaccurate but also harmful [28:48] The creation of mental illness in today’s American society [30:41] The shift from “mental illness” to brain illness [31:45] How to get the introduction and first chapter of Dr. Amen’s new book, The End of Mental Illness, for free, and what’s included [33:32] JJ gives thanks to Dr. Amen for everything he has done for her son. [34:21] JJ’s top takeaways from today’s episode and next steps     Mentioned in this episode: Subscribe to Reignite Wellness with JJ Virgin Become part of JJ’s community JJ Virgin Official Facebook page JJ Virgin on Instagram JJ Virgin on YouTube

The Model Health Show
TMHS 400: How Neuroscience Is Transforming Psychiatry & The End Of Mental Illness - With Guest Dr. Daniel Amen

The Model Health Show

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 84:19


Mental illness has been stigmatized in society since the beginning of time. And although society as a whole is becoming more educated and compassionate about this issue, we still have a long way to go in terms of changing the paradigm around mental illness. Today’s guest is leading the charge on this issue. Dr. Daniel Amen is a psychiatrist, speaker, 10-time New York Times bestselling author, and one of my great teachers in life. Today he’s back on The Model Health Show to share the paradigm-shifting information from his new book, The End of Mental Illness. This information encompasses everything from improving the health of the brain to alter your emotions to physically shifting the way your body operates through brain health. Your brain dictates your behavior, the way you see the world around you, and your overall health. I hope Dr. Amen’s insights will inspire you to change the way you think about mental health and begin taking steps toward creating and sustaining a healthier brain. Enjoy! In this episode you’ll discover: How Dr. Amen became interested in medical imaging. The problem with the term “mental illness.” How deprivation can lead to issues with the brain. What SPECT imaging is, and the three things we can learn from its results. How improving brain health can make therapy more effective. A brief history of psychology treatments.  What the different brain types are, and how they operate. Signs of low blood flow to the brain. The difference between animal-based and plant-based omega 3’s. How to know if there’s inflammation in your body, and how to reduce it. What a mind storm is.  How traumatic events can actually change your brain. What percentage of Americans are diabetic or prediabetic. The correlation between body weight and blood flow to the brain. Why sleep is so important for brain health. Three strategies to take care of your brain. The four circles of the BRIGHT MINDS approach.  How we can cure our society’s epidemics by focusing on brain health. Items mentioned in this episode include: Foursigmatic.com/model ⇐ Get 15% off your daily health elixirs and coffee! Organifi.com/Model ⇐ Use the coupon code model for 20% off! The End of Mental Illness by Daniel Amen, MD ⇐ Preorder to claim your gifts! Change Your Brain, Change Your Life by Daniel Amen, MD Healing ADD by Daniel Amen, MD Memory Rescue by Daniel Amen, MD Change Your Brain, Change Your Body by Dr. Daniel Amen, MD  The Daniel Plan by Daniel Amen, MD Amen Clinics Justin Bieber: Seasons  The Surprising Connection Between Your Purpose & Success – Episode 380  Connect with Dr. Daniel Amen Website / Facebook / Twitter  * Download Transcript Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:  Apple Podcasts Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation 

Dennis S Murray Sr
Research and Development (R&D) Program Nationally for our 1890's and HBCU's bright minds

Dennis S Murray Sr

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 24:24


There has been an explosion somewhat with a number of deals between companies and universities to increase (R&D) programs but this movement is not enough to change the narrative with our 1890's and HBCU's which will allow our outstanding students to continue giving their best in scientific and engineering research. I rave initiated a R&D program for 40 students this summer, but we need Oracle Corporation, Johnson&Johnson, Amazon, Proctor & Gamble, and more to answer the call with YDACBINC. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/dennis-s-murray-sr/support

12 Hats Radio
GEW Special 1: Chat with Peel Bright Minds

12 Hats Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2019 7:30


Special Episode as part of Global Entrepreneurship Week 2019. In this Mini Podcast, we sit down with Sarah Curran Regan from Peel Bright Minds, to talk about the events they have in store, for this up and coming week. To find out more about Peel Bright Minds check out their website: http://www.peelbrightminds.com.au/ Tickets are still available for Career Stories on 20th November! Follow the prompts on Peel Bright Minds Website or go to their Facebook Page! http://bit.ly/37adh0z You can also follow Peel Bright Minds on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PeelBrightMinds  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peelbrightminds,  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peel-bright-minds/  or Twitter: @PeelBrightMinds Stay tuned as there are more special episodes planned for this week. Peace Dave The Cat with the 12 Hats.                                                           --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/12hatsmedia/message

Shattered Conception
3. Mindfulness in the Therapeutic Process with Elizabeth Winkler, LMFT

Shattered Conception

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2019 50:29


Elizabeth Winkler, MFT incorporates mindfulness and meditation in her therapy work to help accelerate her client’s productivity, personal growth, ability to create better personal relationships and deepening the therapeutic process exponentially. Elizabeth calls mindfulness the “bullet train to freedom.” She works in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles with individuals, couples and families. Two years ago Elizabeth founded and created a mindfulness process called “Heart Surgery”. She has taught the Heart Surgery process to many children around the nation, and recently brought Heart Surgery to Sierra Leone, Africa for Tiffany Person’s nonprofit organization, Shine On Sierra Leone. Additionally, Elizabeth has provided therapy on BRAVO and OWN Oprah’s Network, and is a featured blogger on Laura Wasser’s divorce platform, IT’s Over Easy, and has brought her mindfulness teachings into classrooms, homes, to athletes across the country, mothers, children. Elizabeth shares her struggle with her own postpartum experiences after the birth of her two children and discusses what helped her through that challenging time, especially as a woman who's mother died while in the first year at college. Elizabeth has offered to send the first 5 people who reach out to her through her email, elizabeth@elizabethwinkler.com, a Heart Surgery Kit. Some of the Apps and websites Elizabeth and I mentioned in the podcast:Bright Minds app, Insight Timer App, Calm App, and The Love Experiment. And to find out more about her "snow globes" with mantra cards, please email her.   Email: elizabethwinkler.com Heart Surgery Kit Email: heartsurgerykit.com IG: heartsurgerykit  IG: ewinklertherapy If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe! And take a moment to leave a positive comment - thank you, and Namaste

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
Here’s What You Can Do If You’ve Had Head Trauma

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2018 11:31


If you’ve had a brain injury, you need to put your brain in a healing environment as soon as possible. In the fourth and final episode of “Brain Trauma Awareness Week,” Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen use the BRIGHT MINDS context to discuss a recovery plan for those who have experienced a  traumatic brain injury.

Mind Matters
A Bright Minds Balancing Act: Finding Success in School | Gifted | Education | 2e | Psychology

Mind Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2018 35:20


Self-regulation is often discussed in the context of emotions. Emily Kircher-Morris talks with Dr. Richard Cash, author of Self-Regulation in the Classroom, about educational self-regulation. When should we expect students to show signs of maturity that indicate they are ready to learn self-regulation? How can we teach them? Catch the discussion, along with Q&A from listeners, and much more, on episode 16 of Mind Matters. About the guest - Dr. Richard M. Cash received a bachelor of arts degree in theater from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He then attended the University of Minnesota-Minneapolis, where he received a post-baccalaureate degree in Elementary Education. Dr. Cash later obtained a Masters in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota. He returned to St. Thomas and received a doctoral degree in Educational Leadership. Dr. Cash has served as the Administrator of Gifted Programs in Rochester, Minnesota, and the Director of Gifted Programs for the Bloomington, MN Public Schools. He now provides workshops, presentations, and staff-development sessions throughout the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. He’s the author of Self-Regulation in the Classroom: Helping Students Learn How to Learn, from Free Spirit Publishing. Host Emily Kircher-Morris has dual Masters degrees in Counseling and Education, and specializes in the area of giftedness throughout the lifespan. She founded the non-profit organization The Gifted Support Network, is the owner of Unlimited Potential Counseling & Education Center, and is the mother of three gifted children.

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
How to Recover Quickly After a Medical Procedure

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2018 18:21


In today’s fast paced world, undergoing a medical procedure such as a surgery can put you on the sidelines and keep you out of action, causing you to get behind in your life. In the second part of a series focused on Surgery, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give you the ultimate “BRIGHT MINDS” focused approach to get you back into the game quickly and with optimal recovery.

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
How We Are Fixing Gary Busey’s Brain- Pt. 2 with Gary Busey

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2018 25:44


Dr. Daniel Amen is on a mission to fix Gary Busey’s brain. In this episode of the podcast, they are joined by Tana Amen and Gary’s partner Stephanie to discuss the intervention techniques laid out for Gary to help him get his brain back on track. Dr. Amen describes how Gary can address all of the BRIGHT MINDS risk factors that play a part in his brain function.

Wright State University Newsroom

Elementary schools from around the Miami Valley visited Wright State to give students a lesson in energy at the Dayton Energy Workshop. Boys and girls learned about energy, energy conservation, science, technology and math but it was area high school students that were instructing. “We have a thermal energy gun which has laser and the kids love it,” said Abby Jones, a senior student at Lehman Catholic high school in Sidney. “They could be the ones out there trying to understand what might be alternative energy sources that we have yet to learn or harness,” said Debby Yerkes, executive director of the Ohio Energy Project. The two day workshop is a partnership between the Ohio Energy Project, DP&L, Vectren and Wright State University

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey
Reverse The Age Of Your Brain - Dr. Daniel Amen - #444

The Human Upgrade with Dave Asprey

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2017 77:36


Why you should listen –If you could see that powerhouse between your ears would you take care of it? Dr. Daniel Amen is changing the treatment of brain disorders by taking a look! From studying the brains of concussed NFL players to telling Miley Cyrus to quit smoking pot, Dr. Amen is a trusted expert in the field of brain health. His new book is Memory Rescue: Supercharge Your Brain, Reverse Memory Loss, And Remember What Matters Most is sure to be a big hit, seeing as he has been on the NY Times best-seller list an incredible ten times!In today’s Bulletproof Radio episode, you get read-in on the same 11 risk factors Dr. Amen goes over with his clinical patients to keep BRIGHT MINDS. Which includes dietary changes, physical and mental exercises, and spiritual practices. Leading to improved brain health, enhanced memory, and reduced likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s and other memory loss–related conditions.Enjoy the show!

Bulletproof Radio
Reverse The Age Of Your Brain - Dr. Daniel Amen - #444

Bulletproof Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2017 77:36


Why you should listen –If you could see that powerhouse between your ears would you take care of it? Dr. Daniel Amen is changing the treatment of brain disorders by taking a look! From studying the brains of concussed NFL players to telling Miley Cyrus to quit smoking pot, Dr. Amen is a trusted expert in the field of brain health. His new book is Memory Rescue: Supercharge Your Brain, Reverse Memory Loss, And Remember What Matters Most is sure to be a big hit, seeing as he has been on the NY Times best-seller list an incredible ten times!In today’s Bulletproof Radio episode, you get read-in on the same 11 risk factors Dr. Amen goes over with his clinical patients to keep BRIGHT MINDS. Which includes dietary changes, physical and mental exercises, and spiritual practices. Leading to improved brain health, enhanced memory, and reduced likelihood of developing Alzheimer’s and other memory loss–related conditions.Enjoy the show!

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
Hormones: Miracle-Gro For Your Brain

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2017 16:42


In Part 10 of a series on Memory Rescue, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discuss the N in BRIGHT MINDS, which is Neurohormone Deficiencies. Without healthy hormone levels, you will feel tired and foggy, and your hippocampus can become smaller.

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast
What Is The Number One Brain Imaging Predictor for Alzheimer's Disease?

The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2017 16:41


In the second installment of a 12-part series on Memory Rescue, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen talk about the first risk factor for memory loss from the BRIGHT MINDS mnemonic: Blood Flow. Learn how crucial proper blood flow is to your memory, brain, and overall health, as well as what you can do if your mind is headed to the dark place.

Accountability Podcast
Bright Minds Series: Post Election Roundtable

Accountability Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2014 21:17


The Accountability Podcast - the ONLY podcast discussing the latest political scandals in NY! Each week the TAP podcast focuses on breaking scandalous political stories and their ramifications. In a speed-roundtable, our Bright Minds Series guests discuss what the election results say about the electorate, the parties and New York's leadership. And what will be on the agenda for New York in the next few years? Our guests include: Ben Max, Executive Editor of The Gotham Gazette; Founder of DecideNYC Tweet: @TweetBenMax Janos Marton, Former Counsel to NYS Moreland Commission to Investigate Public Corruption, Campaign Strategist & Civic Reformer Tweet: @janosmarton Hosted By: Nomiki Konst. Founder & Executive Director of The Accountability Project Tweet: @NomikiKonst

Açık Bilinç
Açık Bilinç 20 Ağustos 2013

Açık Bilinç

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2014 23:52


20 Ağustos 2013: Acik Bilinc'te, gecen haftanin konusu olan Bilişsel Ahenk(sizlik) kuramindan hareketle bilissel yetenek/zeka, egitim, ve sag ideolojiler arasindaki iliskiyi ve bunlarin tutucu kor inanc, irkcilik, ve homofobi gibi tutumlarla olan baglantisini, ozellikle 2012'de "Psychological Science" dergisinde yayimlanmis "Bright Minds and Dark Attitudes" baslikli bir calisma cercevesinde tartisacagiz. Bu baglamda George Monbiot ve Robert Fisk'in de birkac makalesine deginecegiz.

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Açık Bilinç 20 Ağustos 2013