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Covert narcissism doesn't just create crisis moments — it leaves your nervous system stuck in a chronic state of hypervigilance long after the argument ends. You can get good at managing the spike, catching yourself mid-reaction, and still lie awake at night with your jaw clenched and your shoulders up around your ears for no reason at all. In this episode on narcissistic abuse recovery, Renee explains allostatic load — what happens when a nervous system adapts to years of walking on eggshells, gaslighting, and unpredictable moods in a covert narcissistic relationship, and never fully comes back down. She breaks down what chronic hypervigilance actually looks like from the inside, what it does to the body physically, and introduces eight new tools for lowering your baseline over time: Worry Spot, Villain Voice, Letter to Future You, The Doorway Reset, The Off-Duty Ritual, Compliment Jar, The Do-Nothing Timer, and The Petty Playlist. This is part two of a two-part series on covert narcissism and fight or flight. If you haven't heard part one, start there for eight in-the-moment crisis tools built for the spike itself. If you've been listening, learning, and starting to see the patterns of narcissistic abuse in your relationship — but still feel stuck in the same cycles of emotional dysregulation and self-doubt — that's not because you're missing information. It's because this isn't something you're meant to untangle alone. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, I invite you to check out my coaching program at www.covertnarcissism.com. And if this episode helped, please subscribe so you don't miss what's next. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
It's no secret that humans are conditioned to look for the negative. The constant battle against negativity rages every single day. Print. TV. Social media. We can't get through our days without some negative news trying to penetrate our mentality. What happens when we're faced with negativity is our brains are positioned to fight or flight. But, what if there was a way to break out of this. There is a way, and it takes focus, consistency, and practice. And it's possible to do it easily. The first thing you have to do is correct the trigger when you want to dive into the same stream of negativity the world brings you. If someone wants to argue, find a way to diffuse it, no matter who is right or wrong. When someone comes in and throws things into chaos, don't accept it as a problem you need to solve. In moments of great stress, and negativity, motivate yourself with love, gratitude, and abundance. When you rewire your mind against its nature, you can operate from a place of love. It's going to take some work, but when you do, watch the world you create change right in front of your face. Most of the things we worry about never come to fruition. Follow the path of inpenetrable positivity and let life flow. About the ReWire Podcast The ReWire Podcast with Ryan Stewman – Dive into powerful insights as Ryan Stewman, the HardCore Closer, breaks down mental barriers and shares actionable steps to rewire your thoughts. Each episode is a fast-paced journey designed to reshape your mindset, align your actions, and guide you toward becoming the best version of yourself. Join in for a daily dose of real talk that empowers you to embrace change and unlock your full potential. Learn how you can become a member of a powerful community consistently rewiring itself for success at https://www.jointheapex.com/ Rise Above
If you've ever felt your chest tighten before your phone even finishes ringing, or braced for a reaction before you've said a single word — you already know what fight or flight feels like in a covert narcissistic relationship. It's rarely one dramatic moment. It's the accumulation: a grocery store phone call, an ordinary dinner plan, a night class — small moments that train your nervous system to expect danger from everyday life. In this episode, part one of a two-part series on fight or flight and narcissistic abuse recovery, Renee breaks down what's actually happening in your body during a fight or flight response, why hypervigilance develops after covert narcissistic abuse, and how this response can show up as fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. Then she walks through eight in-the-moment tools you can reach for the next time your body starts to spiral — including the Curiosity Tool, the Match & Release technique, and six additional grounding and nervous system regulation strategies for moments when you need something quieter, faster, or less visible. This episode focuses entirely on crisis management — what to do right now, in the moment. Part two will cover prevention: the daily practices that lower your baseline over time so these moments happen less often, and hit softer when they do. To revisit a previous episode that breaks down the 4 F's of the fight/flight response, check out Why Your Fight or Flight Response Turned Into Fawning If you've been listening, learning, and starting to see the patterns in your relationship — but still feel stuck in the same cycles — that's not because you're missing information. It's because this isn't something you're meant to untangle alone. If you're ready to take the next step toward healing, I invite you to check out my coaching program at covertnarcissism.com. And if this episode helped, please subscribe so you don't miss part two next week. The information provided by Renee Swanson, Covert Narcissism Podcast, and CNG Life Coaching is for educational purposes only and is not to be used for diagnosis purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for clinical care. Please consult a health care provider for guidance specific to your case. This material discusses narcissism in general. Renee shares stories from her personal experiences as well as from those she has talked with for several years. Her material does not claim that any specific person has narcissism and should not be used to refer to any specific person as having narcissism. Permission is not granted to link to or repost this material to support an allegation or support a claim that any specific person is a narcissist. That would be an unauthorized misuse of the material and information provided. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
We're back with a brand new series, and I'm so excited to share it. In each episode, we're unpacking the 5 nervous system states, uncovering why you're in each state, exploring the thoughts, feelings, and behaviours associated with each state, and educating you on the separation between your personality and your nervous system. Today we're diving into fight or flight. If this resonates, leave a comment below!
Healing your nervous system does not always feel peaceful at first.In this solo episode of Live Like a Girl, Dr. Mindy explains why fatigue, crying, irritability, digestive changes, and even discomfort with stillness can sometimes show up as your nervous system begins moving out of a chronically activated state.She breaks down the relationship between heart rate variability, vagal tone, the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, and why learning to move more easily between stress and recovery may be one of the most important skills you can build for your health.Resources MentionedFREE Nervous System QuestionnaireQualia MagnesiumReset AcademyFind a Fast Like a Girl CoachIn this episode you'll learn:Why increased fatigue may appear when your body finally begins restingWhy crying and irritability can surface during nervous system healingHow your digestion reflects your nervous system stateWhy stillness can feel unsafe when your body is accustomed to constant activationHow 4-7-8 breathing can support the parasympathetic nervous systemWhy nature can be one of the simplest nervous system toolsHow magnesium and sleep routines may helpWhy humming, gargling, and chanting can support vagal toneWhen getting support from a practitioner or community may be helpfulFor more resources related to today's episode, visit the podcast episode page: drmindypelz.com/ep360Connect with Dr. Mindy:Join Reset AcademyWatch the episodes on YouTubeFollow Dr. Mindy on InstagramSubscribe to Dr. Mindy's newsletterDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.
Sign up for the Complete Sleep Solution Program here: https://l.bttr.to/9LmUtIn this episode, I sit down with Chandra Verret, a licensed Primal Trust practitioner, to talk about why your nervous system might be the missing piece behind your sleep issues.Chandra will also be joining as a weekly coach inside my Complete Sleep Solution program, helping clients with nervous system regulation.You'll learn:Why being wired at night could mean your nervous system is stuck in fight or flightThe signs that show up when your nervous system is dysregulated, even if you don't think you have an issueWhy insomnia and racing thoughts are often signs of something deeper than sleep habitsHow your nervous system keeps working while you sleep, and why that mattersWhy meditation alone often isn't enough if you're dysregulated the rest of the dayChandra's own health story, and how nervous system work became part of her healing00:00 Why Regulate Your Nervous System01:56 Signs of Dysregulation and Insomnia05:00 Stuck in Stress Mode07:21 What Regulation Really Means08:35 Cell Danger Response Explained09:43 Chandra's Healing Story13:12 How Coaching Fits the Program13:54 Weekly Calls and Core Concepts16:11 Tools You'll Practice in Real Life19:17 Work With Chandra and Next Steps20:51 Final Encouragement and Wrap-Up
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An unexpected day off turns into an unexpectedly thoughtful (and hilarious) episode. In Episode 203 of Play It by Ear, the hosts kick things off with a warm welcome and a quick catch-up—then dive into the “serious part,” unpacking how easy it is to judge people without knowing what they're dealing with. Just when it gets a little too real, they flip the switch into pure fun, complete with a cheeky Taylor Swift moment and a reminder to follow along on social. A surprise day off and where the conversation goes from there. Why judging others' circumstances is almost always missing key context. The intentional tone shift from deep to delightfully unserious. A playful Taylor Swift mention you'll hear coming (and still laugh at). Social media plugs, banter, and classic Play It by Ear energy. If you're into laughs with a side of perspective—and you care about podcast growth and podcast growth SEO—hit follow on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and leave a quick review to help more listeners find the show.Highlights:0:18-1:08 50 sec1. Podcast Welcome and Host GreetingsThe hosts welcome listeners and introduce themselves, setting a casual tone.1:08-3:37 2 min 29 sec2. Initial Snow Day Discussion & Decision-MakingThe hosts discuss snow conditions and the difficulty of school cancellation decisions.3:37-7:37 4 min3. Public Complaints on School Cancellations. The conversation shifts to public reactions and the complexities behind school closure decisions.7:37-11:07 3 min 30 sec4. Multifaceted School Cancellation Issues. They explore broader impacts of school closures, including student meals and teacher reporting.11:07-15:364 min 29 sec5. Transition to Lighter Chat & Podcast Promotion. The discussion lightens, welcoming guests and promoting podcast platforms.15:36-27:20 11 min 44 sec6. Vegetable Bracket: Beets vs. Pumpkin. The first vegetable bracket matchup is introduced, debating preferences and appearance.27:20-39:03 11 min 43 sec7. Vegetable Bracket: Green Beans vs. Cherry Tomatoes. The second matchup sparks discussion on bean types, tomato classification, and cooking.39:03-50:56 11 min 53 sec8. Vegetable Bracket: Sugar Snap Peas vs. Kohlrabi. The hosts delve into pea varieties and the unfamiliar kohlrabi's appearance and taste.50:56-61:4210 min 46 sec9. Vegetable Bracket: Sweet Peppers vs. Hyacinth Beans. This matchup introduces toxic beans and leads to a discussion on sweet peppers and pickles.61:42-70:228 min 40 sec10. Vegetable Bracket: Purple Potato vs. Carrot. The discussion explores unusual potato colors and preferences for cooked versus raw carrots.70:22-82:03 11 min 41 sec11. Vegetable Bracket: Broccolini vs. Sweet Potato. The hosts debate broccolini's structure and various sweet potato dishes and preparations.82:03-96:41 14 min 38 sec12. Vegetable Bracket: Lettuce vs. Cucumbers & Pickles. This segment covers lettuce as a utility vegetable, cucumber burps, and a detailed discussion on pickles.96:41-106:53 10 min 12 sec13. Vegetable Bracket: Hot Peppers vs. Swiss Chard & Summary. The final vegetable matchup is debated, followed by a summary of the bracket winners.106:53-134:00 27 min 7 sec14. Fight or Flight" Game: Scenarios 1-5: The new game is introduced, covering scenarios like line cutting, spoilers, backhanded compliments, loud phone calls, and gym grunting.134:00-152:35 18 min 35 sec15. "Fight or Flight" Game: Scenarios 6-7 & Outro: The final scenarios on double-dipping and grocery line etiquette are discussed, concluding with podcast wrap-up.#earbudsunite!
You feel constantly "on," wake up at 3am, struggle to switch off, or feel exhausted despite doing everything right. Your body may be stuck in fight-or-flight mode without you realizing it.In this episode, Nicole Goode explains what survival mode really is, how chronic stress changes your nervous system, and why so many high-achieving women stay trapped in a cycle of pushing through while quietly running on empty. Whether you've been feeling wired but tired, finding it impossible to switch off, or wondering why your body no longer feels like itself, this episode will help you understand what's happening beneath the surface.01:45 – What Is Fight-or-Flight Mode?03:38 – 8 Quiet Signs You're Stuck in Survival Mode06:38 – Why High Achievers Stay in Survival Mode08:38 – How Chronic Stress Affects Your Hormones, Gut & Immune System10:32 – The Question That Reveals Whether You're in Survival Mode12:52 – What Healing from Survival Mode Actually Looks Like14:00 – Where to Start If You're Ready to RecoverRESOURCES: Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.nicolegoodehealth.com/the-goode-health-podcast/fight-or-flight-survival-modeDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and related website is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. It is not intended to be used to diagnose or treat, instead it is designed to help educate and inspire. Always seek the advice of a professional medical practitioner or qualified health practitioner. Never ignore or disregard advice given to you based on information in this podcast or related website and do not delay in seeking medical advice.
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By 4pm you feel like you're crawling out of your skin. The noise, the mess, your name called for the forty-seventh time, and something in you is about to snap.That's not you failing as a mom. That's a nervous system that's been in survival mode too long, and it's running your parenting from the background.This episode walks through five signs you're parenting from fight-or-flight, from constant overstimulation to the guilt of resting to feeling disconnected from your own kids. And for each one, a fast body-based tool to start shifting out.If you've been blaming your character for what is actually a capacity problem, this is the episode that hands it back to you with something you can do.What You'll LearnThe five signs you're parenting from survival modeWhy overstimulation, urgency, and transition overwhelm are nervous system statesHow your regulation becomes your kids' co-regulation, and why they feel your state in their bodiesA specific, fast tool for each of the five signs, usable in under a minute--
Your Nervous System Is the Vital Sign Nobody Is Checking Blood pressure. Heart rate. Respiratory rate. These are the numbers medicine has built its entire screening system around. But what if the thing driving all of those numbers, the autonomic nervous system, is never actually assessed? Dr. Terri sits down with returning guest Jim LaValle — internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, board-certified clinical nutritionist, and founder of the Metabolic Code platform — for a conversation that connects dots most clinicians never connect. The nervous system as a root driver of cardiovascular disease, thyroid dysfunction, gut permeability, autoimmune disease, blood sugar dysregulation, and sleep failure. If you're doing all the right things and still not getting results, this episode may be the missing piece. They cover heart rate variability, what your wearable data is actually telling you, why 60% of people who die of a heart attack have no arterial disease present, and the specific supplements, adaptogens, theanine, holy basil, phospholipids, aged garlic extract, that can begin to calm a chronically activated sympathetic nervous system while you work on the root cause. This is a masterclass in practical nervous system medicine. Bring a pen. What you'll discover: Why heart rate variability is as important as blood pressure — and what it tells you about your cardiovascular risk [20:21] The shocking stat: 60% of people who die of a heart attack have no arterial disease present. What is actually killing them [22:22] How chronic sympathetic dominance suppresses T3, causes gut permeability, triggers autoimmune thyroiditis, and disrupts sleep — all from the same root cause [44:45] How to use your wearable data practically: what to look at in the morning, how to read your sleep data, and why your sleep score may be lying to you [50:32] Box breathing vs. meditation: why they are two different tools that work best together — and how to know when you've actually arrived in that meditative state [35:12] Why 5am boot camp may be the worst thing you can do for your nervous system — and what to do instead [59:15] The supplement protocol for calming sympathetic dominance: theanine, loric acid, holy basil, kava, phospholipids, magnesium threonate, and Kyolic aged garlic extract [1:12:24] How blood sugar directly drives sympathetic tone — and why people with diabetes almost always end up with heart disease [1:01:58] Why childhood stress and prenatal maternal stress can hardwire sympathetic dominance into the nervous system before a child is even born [1:06:13] You cannot optimize what you have not calmed. The Dr. Terri Show is presented by EVEXIAS Health Solutions.Learn more and find a provider near you at evexias.com Connect with Dr. Terri:
The Tender & Fierce cohort is coming up again this fall! In this interview, Christi talks about how Tender & Fierce got started and answers questions about the Tender & Fierce cohort. She also shares how to awaken the tender and fierce part of who you are, why it begins with curiosity, and how it is enhanced through community.Time Stamps:0:00 Introduction4:08 The genesis of and meaning behind Tender & Fierce10:04 What you can expect from Tender & Fierce16:42 Who is Tender & Fierce for?18:29 Why a Tender & Fierce retreat?21:25 How to awaken your heart to be tender & fierceShow Notes: Sign up for the Fall 2025 Tender & Fierce Cohort! Sign up here.https://www.famousathome.com/offers/dDt2Aobj/checkoutMen, sign up for the Living Legacy Cohort:https://www.famousathome.com/menscoachingSign up for our email list and Famous at Home Starter Bundle: https://www.famousathome.com/newsletter Download NONAH's single Find My Way Home by clicking here: https://bellpartners.ffm.to/findmywayhome
Every call for service demands that officers be ready to make split-second decisions under pressure. But while law enforcement invests heavily in preparing officers for high-stress situations, far less attention is given to what happens after the call is over. In this episode of the Policing Matters podcast, host Jim Dudley explores the hidden physiological effects of chronic stress and why recovery may be just as critical to officer performance, health and longevity as tactical training. Jim is joined by Ryan Layne, national director of NuCalm's Public Safety Division and founder of Nervous System Regulation Training (NSRT). Drawing on neuroscience and his work with more than 1,500 law enforcement agencies, Layne explains how repeated activation of the body's fight-or-flight response can become an officer's baseline, affecting decision-making, sleep, relationships and long-term health. He also discusses practical strategies for training recovery, arguing that regulating the nervous system should become a standard part of officer wellness and performance — not an optional benefit.
Anxiety and anger can feel like opposites, but they are two sides of the same state. Fight or flight is your sympathetic nervous system mobilizing to protect you: flight shows up as anxiety and worry, fight as anger and irritability. This one is about what that state feels like, what it looks like in a person's face, breath, and voice, and why a system built for short bursts can leave you feeling stuck when it stays switched on. Courtney's story picks back up here too, and the day takes a turn.
Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!How To Be Empathetic Towards My Partner?A recovered narcissist—someone who genuinely didn't feel empathy for decades—is going to teach you exactly how to access it.In Ep458 of The 'NEW' Marriage, Cass and Kathryn Morrow break down why empathy disappears in a relationship, how to bring it back even if it doesn't come naturally to you, and what high-level empathy looks like when trust has been completely broken. Empathy isn't gone; it's buried under self-preservation. When your amygdala takes over, fight, flight, freeze, or fawn masks your ability to care.Cass shares the breakthrough moment he felt real empathy for the first time with his infant son, and details the exact two-step mental simulation he uses to connect with his family. If you've been called cold, or if you're exhausted by a partner's emotional absence, this episode will show you how to get past the walls and rebuild real intimacy.
Nervous System Hacking, Willpower vs Habit Systems, Calendar Time Blocking, and the Wallet Posture Fix Damaging Your Spine Most people think surviving a life-threatening situation comes down to luck. Jordan Harbinger did it twice, and what got him out wasn't luck, it was a nervous system he had trained to override panic. This episode breaks down what actually happens in your body during a real fight-or-flight response, and how those same tools power his approach to human performance and hacking the excuses that keep most people stuck. Host Dave Asprey sits down with Jordan Harbinger, founder of The Art of Charm, one of the top podcasts in the world on charisma, negotiation, and relationship building. Jordan built his expertise the hard way, surviving two real kidnapping attempts using the same psychological principles he now teaches to entrepreneurs and high performers. That firsthand experience under extreme pressure is exactly what makes his insight into stress, willpower, and behavior change worth trusting. Jordan and Dave dig into what your nervous system does under real threat, why adrenaline hijacks rational thought, and how to build resilience that holds up when it matters most. They unpack why willpower fails as a long-term strategy, and why building smarter systems, not more discipline, is the real key to lasting change. Jordan breaks down his calendar-based productivity method, explains how sleep optimization and chronotype shape daily performance, and reveals a bizarre, physical habit quietly wrecking most people's spine and posture without them realizing it. This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, human performance, hacking the nervous system, brain optimization, neuroplasticity, and longevity, and building resilience that performs under real pressure, not just in theory. You'll Learn: How Jordan Harbinger used psychology to talk his way out of two real kidnapping attempts What actually happens in your nervous system during a fight-or-flight response Why willpower fails as a long-term strategy and what to build instead How a calendar-based system eliminates decision fatigue and boosts daily performance How sleep optimization and chronotype affect brain function and productivity Why your wallet might be quietly damaging your spine and posture How to rewire ingrained habits and reactions through neuroplasticity and awareness Thank you to our sponsors! - PredictiveMind™ | Get your Brain Pattern Mapping report at predictivemind.io/dave and use code DAVE for 10% off. - EMR-Tek | https://www.emr-tek.com/DAVE and use code DAVE for 40% off. - iRestore | Reverse hair loss at www.irestore.com/DAVE and get exclusive savings on the iRestore Elite, use code DAVE Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. 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A return serve from George and the title fight isn't all doom and gloom. Welcome to Austria. The Ferrari love was very much lost this round as last weeks winner in Hamilton failed to fire a shot and Leclerc likewise. Still more to come from Ferrari but it's not convincing....yet. Redbull bolted on an almighty upgrade as power figured of Redbull met to discuss drivers, was a 2nd place enough to sell the next title dream to Max. And Williams, is the heat back on? A promise of the future falling well short. Be careful what you wish for. All that and more of this weeks episode of BTRL.
One of our most-loved conversations is back! In this powerful episode, somatic practitioner Sarah Baldwin joins Jessica for a masterclass in understanding the invisible walls that hold us back, building the capacity to receive more goodness, and becoming the loving protector our younger selves needed. They explore the often-missed connection between manifestation, nervous system regulation, trauma healing, and self-worth, unpacking the invisible patterns that keep us stuck in procrastination, self-sabotage, and fear—even when we know exactly what we want. Through personal stories, vulnerability, and practical insight, Sarah and Jessica reveal why so many of us struggle to take aligned action toward love, purpose, abundance, visibility, and fulfillment—and what it takes to finally move forward. If you've ever wondered why you can envision your future but struggle to embody it, why success can feel overwhelming, or why your deepest desires trigger your deepest fears, this episode offers a compassionate roadmap forward. This conversation shines a light on the subconscious and nervous system blocks we're actively working through in the Be Seen Challenge. Take the kickoff quiz in the TBM app and take the first step toward becoming your most visible, authentic, and magnetic self. Find the complete show notes here → https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast Resources: The Be Seen Challenge Stop playing small in your career, relationships, and life and step into your magnetic, expressed power. Now LIVE inside The Pathway. Summer Sale: $23/Month Start your manifestation journey at our lowest price of the season: $23/month! Join now and step into the Be Seen Challenge with us before this offer ends. 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(Including the Fight or Flight DI, Inner Child DI, Safe to Be Seen DI) Connect with Sarah Baldwin! @sarahbcoaching on IG https://www.sarahbaldwincoaching.com/ You Make Sense on Apple Podcasts You Make Sense - Sarah's somatic healing program - join the waitlist HOW TO MANIFEST by Lacy Phillips (with exercises by Jessica Gill)Available now! The Expanded Podcast, from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM), is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Hosted by TBM's Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill, with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips, Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way.At TBM, we've redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™—our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity.Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you'll learn how to: – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true selfWith over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. 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The influence of fight-or-flight in leadership and how it impacts your relationships and success. Understanding how the fight-or-flight response impacts leadership. The Reality of Fight-or-Flight in Leadership Leaders are not immune to the pressures and stresses that trigger the fight-or-flight response. From Pharmacy to Neuroscience: A Personal Journey Transitioning from fields like pharmacy to leadership roles has shed light on how stress and the nervous system are intricately linked. The Impact of Dysregulation When our nervous system is dysregulated, we operate in a survival mode. Awareness as a Catalyst for Change Awareness is the first step toward understanding and managing the influence of fight-or-flight in leadership. Practical Steps to Regulate the Nervous System Dealing with the influence of fight-or-flight involves training and implementing techniques. The Power of Ownership in Leadership One transformative approach in leadership is the shift from blaming external circumstances. Rewiring Towards Executive Functioning To overcome the default state of fight-or-flight, it's crucial to foster an environment where executive functioning outweighs survival instincts. Beyond the Tunnel Vision Tunnel vision is a common consequence of the fight-or-flight response. Emotional Contagion: The Spread of Mindsets It's important to note that the emotional state of a leader can ripple. The Journey of Transformation Leaders embarking on this journey towards regulating their nervous systems. A Call to Action Understanding and addressing the impact of the fight-or-flight response. Website for Eugene Choi Additional resources: Why Are You People-Pleasing? Links for You, Me, and Anxiety: Parent Book Teen Book Schedule a free consultation discovery call with Robyn. Download the free eBook: Alleviate Anxiety by Developing Healthy Habits for a Healthy Mind Read the full show notes and access all links.
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A special treat for WeeklyTrek subscribers: a special bonus episode with the complete Warp Factor Five premiere! Back this weekend with a regular episode of WeeklyTrek covering the latest Star Trek news. Warp Factor 5 host Alex Perry is joined by TrekRanks host Jim Moorhouse to kick off Warp Factor Five! This week, Alex and his guest discuss the Star Trek: Enterprise season 1 episodes: Broken Bow Fight or Flight Strange New World Unexpected Terra Nova Alex and his guest discuss and rate each episode (giving each episode a warp factor rating between 1 and 5), and pick from this block of episodes the best series regular performance, best guest star performance, best production design element, best quiet moment, and best loud moment. We'll also share our memories of the first time we watched these episodes, and discuss how this block of five episodes contributes to the larger Star Trek story. Submit Your Ratings I want to hear from you about these episodes! What ratings do you give them? Rate them between Warp Factor 1 and Warp Factor 5 (half warp factors are acceptable!) Who gave the best series regular performance? Who was the best guest star? What was the best production design moment? Best quiet moment? Best loud moment? Send your thoughts on these episodes to Alex at warpfactorfive@trekcore.com or @alexandertperry on X or @alextperry on BlueSky and Threads. At the end of each season we'll hold a season recap episode ranking the episodes of each season, include your ratings, and talk about your picks. About Warp Factor 5 Warp Factor 5 is a Star Trek rewatch podcast covering the entire Star Trek franchise in chronological, in-universe order, five episodes at a time. Twice a month, host Alex Perry is joined by a guest to review and discuss the next five episodes of Star Trek, exploring over 60 years of rich, connected storytelling from the earliest days of the NX-01 to the far future of the 32nd century. From Star Trek: Enterprise and Discovery through Strange New Worlds, The Original Series, The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager, Lower Decks, Prodigy, Picard, and Starfleet Academy, Warp Factor Five gives you a new way to rewatch and enjoy the Star Trek franchise. Happy 60th anniversary!
GC13 and David discuss Newts in Tights and Fight or Fight from Amphibia. Oh yeah, we got Tritonio back! He’s now a rebel, following on the rules of the street (at least until he’s reminded that he hates rules). And he’s good at strategies, don’t you worry! Plus, Domino 2 is back, and not only is she the mother of some adorable baby kill-a-pillars, she’s also the alpha of the Resistance’s new air cavalry! We’re getting close to the end…
Send us Fan MailDid you know that up to 80% of physical health complaints are linked to stress and anxiety? What if being stuck in fight-or-flight mode is the very thing preventing the changes you're trying to make?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the sympathetic nervous system, the neuroscience of stress, and why chronic nervous system activation can keep us trapped in patterns of anxiety, hypervigilance, exhaustion, and reactivity.Far from being the enemy, the sympathetic nervous system is a brilliantly designed protective mechanism. The challenge is that modern life—24-hour news cycles, social media, political uncertainty, work pressures, and constant stimulation—can keep this system activated long after a genuine threat has passed.Tom and Ruth unpack the difference between reacting and responding, why real transformation requires access to the parasympathetic nervous system, and what it actually means to be stuck in survival mode. Ruth also shares her personal experience of hypervigilance following a serious injury and the intentional practices she has used to help her nervous system rediscover safety.In this episode:• What the sympathetic nervous system actually does• The real meaning of "sympathetic" — and why it has nothing to do with sympathy• Why fight or flight is protective, not the problem• How hypervigilance keeps us stuck in survival mode• Why chronic stress impacts both physical and emotional health• Managing versus adapting — and why only one creates lasting change• Practical tools for nervous system regulation, including breathwork, grounding, and intentional recovery• Why intentionality matters in today's stress-saturated worldIf you're interested in neuroscience, nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, trauma recovery, stress healing, anxiety, or the mind-body connection, this episode offers a practical and compassionate framework for understanding how the body responds to stress—and how lasting change becomes possible.About the AHA PodcastThe Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast explores neuroscience, emotional resilience, trauma recovery, nervous system regulation, stress healing, and whole-person wellbeing. Through conversations with researchers, practitioners, and thought leaders, we examine how the brain and body work together to support health, healing, and human flourishing.New to AHA? Start with:• Autonomic Nervous System Explained• Interoception Explained• Why You Don't Feel SafeSupport the showThanks for listening!You can follow us onFacebook Instagram Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Check out the Autonomic Healing Website & InnerWorkings WebsiteEmail Tom thomasjpals@innerworkings.orgEmail Ruth ruth@bridgeandrhino.comSupport usWe appreciate you!
Is the fear of heights innate or learned? Neil deGrasse Tyson, Chuck Nice, and Gary O'Reilly explore taking risks, the neuroscience of fear, and how to overcome it with freestyle rock climber and subject of the film Free Solo, Alex Honnold, and neuroscientist Heather Berlin. NOTE: StarTalk+ Patrons can listen to this entire episode commercial-free here: https://startalkmedia.com/show/conquering-fear-with-alex-honnold/ Thanks to our Patrons Joseph Savage, Grace Smith, Joe Pacillo, Gregory Wright, Eric Brothwell, IvanM, Pattie Particle, Cory Fenstermaker, James H Lawson, embreebane, Dai Stiho, Raymond C King, J M, Alex Wheeler, Jason Rushmore, Idris, Damian Correa, Dylan Woody, Julia Nolen, Chris Petit, Anna, David Kapner, Lalo, Vic, Ash Anthony, Wayne Stubblefield, Robin Fordham, EL_Bdo, Teresita Brown, Heather Walker, Christian Cummins, NS, Trenton Clark, Pou Lay, Joya, Derek Bolka, Diego Calderón, Charles Kimmel IV, Josh Folland, Gerard Kennedy, Hunter Ruigrok, Chris Frazier, Yasmany Cubela Medina, Julian Childs, Brandon Sachs, Scott Warren, Moses Bulondo, Sai Kiran, Zalijah Stahl, Crystal Monahan, Lee Robertson, Kenny918, Tinajocelyntheyogi, Tuan Nguyen, Elizabeth Laycak, Joshua Kelly, Ali Haidari, Richard Clements, Maria Giddings, Joyce, Andrew Frigyik, Scott Muri, Mark Hardt, Alex Stern, Anthony Mercury, Hellothere123, James Gordin, Matt Robertson, Peter Manis, Gegi, Rob, Heber Martinez, Aditya Khurjekar, and Jim Finley for supporting us this week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of StarTalk Radio ad-free and a whole week early.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Your Mind Can't Tell the Difference Between Danger and a ThoughtWhy does an anxious thought feel just as real as an actual threat? Why can a stress response that lasts only seconds leave us feeling trapped in anxiety for hours? And what should we do in the very first moments when panic begins to take over?In this episode of Things You Don't Know Your Mind Can Do, we explore the fascinating relationship between anxiety, the brain, and the body's survival system.You'll learn why evolution designed our minds to react so quickly to perceived danger, why many anxiety spirals continue long after the initial stress response has passed, and the practical steps that can help interrupt the cycle before it grows stronger.We also discuss the difference between simply managing anxiety and building the awareness needed to prevent spirals from gaining momentum in the first place.Whether you struggle with overthinking, panic, or everyday worry, this episode offers powerful insights into how your mind works and how understanding it can help you respond with greater calm, clarity, and confidence.Because sometimes the most important realization is this: a thought is not a threat.Expert: Anu Krishna (https://www.linkedin.com/in/anu-krishna-1172543bb/)Host: Madhavi Sound: Mahesh R. Producer: Archita Puranik
In today's episode, Haylie Pomroy is with Dr. Jacqueline Junco, Department Chair of Integrative Medicine and WHO Board-certified integrative physician with 26 years of clinical experience, for a conversation about one of the most common and most misunderstood forces driving chronic disease: inflammation. Dr. Junco opens by expanding on what most people think inflammation is. They walk through the practical tools that actually shift the body out of that chronic state and back into healing mode: acupuncture and how it activates the vagus nerve and parasympathetic system. How the ear massage is a free self-administered vagal stimulation tool, the 4-7-8 breathing technique, and why the exhale is the most important part; and the role of sleep, vegetables, functional mushrooms, and magnesium in bringing inflammation down at the root. This is the practical episode our community has been asking for. Tune in to Fast Metabolism Matters. If your body feels like it's running on empty, overburdened, or just not responding the way it used to, Haylie's latest book, Toxic Overload, tells you exactly what to do. Download your free digital copy today and start understanding what your body is trying to tell you. Free Download: Get Your Copy of Toxic Overload
TEXT US YOUR THOUGHTS!Texas-sized life update, and immediately gets roasted for abandoning both the podcast and his controller. The guys dive into Resident Evil 9, where Leon is basically an action hero demigod, and the rest of us are hiding in lockers questioning our life choices. From terrifying stalker enemies that made Jaime quit mid-session to puzzles so easy they might as well come with IKEA instructions, it's a mix of praise, panic, and playful trash talk. Bottom line: great game—unless you value sleep, courage, or emotional stability.Support the show https://discord.gg/3yfGt9gahB
On this episode, Tracey and Jeff talk about understanding the concepts of fight or flight - and they also sprinkle in some freeze and fawn talk. How does trauma impact youth in foster care, and consequently, how do they react when triggered or re-traumatized? Is it fight? Is it flight? How does guilt, shame, and fear come into the equation? We get into it in this episode.
Most people don't fear change itself — they fear the moment before they know if they're going to be okay. And according to Dr. Jimmie Williamson, that gap between uncertainty and clarity is where organizations either hold their people together or quietly lose them. In this episode of Your Health University, Jamie sits down with Dr. Jimmie Williamson, Chief Behavioral Health Officer at Your Health, in the middle of a real organizational merger — making this conversation as timely and personal as it gets. Dr. Williamson draws on decades of clinical experience, behavioral health expertise, and his own career pivots (including leaving a 28-year career to step into healthcare) to walk us through what change actually does to the human brain and body — and what it takes to move through it well. Key topics include: Why even positive change triggers a physiological threat response — and what science says is actually happening in your brain The five stages of change people move through (shock, resistance, exploration, and beyond) and why getting stuck isn't a character flaw Dr. David Rock's SCARF model — the five psychological domains (Status, Certainty, Autonomy, Relatedness, Fairness) that determine whether people feel safe or threatened during transitions What leaders most commonly get wrong when communicating change — and the one mistake that always creates a narrative vacuum Why insecurity in leadership is more dangerous than the change itself The one self-care practice you can start today if you're feeling the weight of uncertainty Change is positive. It is good. And it is inevitable. This episode will help you believe that — and act like it. www.YourHealth.Org
If you are arriving with a mind that feels crowded by endless to-do lists, background anxiety, or the heavy pressure of managing daily life, consider this episode your personal sanctuary. Today, we step away from cognitive problem-solving and drop directly into somatic grounding. Through a beautiful, extended-exhale breathing protocol, we trigger the body's natural relaxation response, melting away internal tension and returning your mind to a state of soft, unshakeable clarity. In This Episode: Somatic Grounding: A simple, physical body-scan technique to instantly pull your awareness out of a racing mind and back into the safety of the present moment. Reclaiming Space: Learning how to hit the internal pause button on a fast-moving day so you can protect your creative energy and prevent burnout. A Message for Your Heart Are you feeling the weight of the responsibilities you carry? You may be carrying many moving parts that you are constantly balancing, decisions that rest on your shoulders, and being 'the strong one' for everyone else around you. It is beautiful how much care you pour into the world, but your heart needs care, too. Today, I want to give you permission to put down the invisible shield you've been holding up to get through the week. You do not have to earn your right to be still, and you do not have to complete every single task before you are allowed to rest. True sovereignty means knowing when to pause the spinning world so you can fill your own cup first. You are allowed to be soft. You are allowed to take up space. Trust the quiet strength that lives inside your stillness today. You are doing a truly extraordinary job." This is day 1 of a 7-day meditation series, 3514-3520 Somatic Stress Relief. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY If you are tired of waking up already feeling overwhelmed, running on adrenaline, and dealing with that persistent background anxiety that makes it impossible to focus, you are in the exact right place. This week, we are stepping into a profound, 7-day somatic experience designed to pull you out of survival mode and return you to a state of calm, unshakeable power. We aren't just going to talk about peace; we are going to build it directly into your biology. Over the next seven days, we will layer powerful, science-backed tools—including ancient hand mudras like the Pran Mudra, deep rhythmic breathing protocols, target chakra alignments, and restorative physical resets—to train your body that it is safe to let go. Whether you are navigating a high-velocity career, balancing a mountain of daily demands, or simply trying to quiet an overactive mind before bed, this series is your ultimate biological reset button. Get ready to lower your cortisol, drop your shoulders, and reclaim your inner sovereignty. THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: THE 30-SECOND COLD SPLASH At the end of your morning shower, turn the handle to cold for just 30 seconds. Alternatively, fill a bowl with ice water and submerge your face up to your temples for 10 seconds. MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: DAY 1: VISUALIZATION Visualize yourself seated next to people who calm you. DAY 2: AFFIRMATION "My body is safe, and I am at peace." DAY 3: THE EXTENDED EXHALE BREATHING TECHNIQUE Inhale through your nose for a count of 4, feeling your belly expand. Hold gently at the top for a count of 4. Exhale slowly through pursed lips (like breathing through a straw) for a count of 8. Repeat for 3 to 5 cycles to instantly lower your heart rate and drop cortisol levels. DAY 4: PRAN MUDRA (THE LIFE FORCE SEAL) This mudra acts like a grounding cord for a scattered, anxious mind while simultaneously replenishing drained energy reserves without overstimulating your system. How to do it: On both hands, bring the tips of your ring finger and pinky finger to touch the tip of your thumb. Keep your index and middle fingers extended straight out. Rest your hands on your lap, palms facing up. DAY 5: MULADHARA ROOT CHAKRA When the nervous system is overwhelmed, energy flies upward into a swirling vortex of overthinking. Dropping your awareness down to the Root Chakra—located at the base of your spine—anchors you. Visualize a rich, warm, steady crimson light grounding you deeply into the solid earth beneath you. DAY 6: LAYER ALL THE TECHNIQUES TOGETHER DAY 7: REFLECTION AND CELEBRATION SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/sip and om Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.
This episode with Vanessa Fontana dives deep into spirituality, inner child healing, anxiety, trauma, emotional regulation, relationships, masculine and feminine energy, and learning how to truly heal from the things that haunt us. Vanessa opens up about growing up in chaos, healing her relationship with her parents, EMDR therapy, somatic healing, and how unprocessed trauma silently controls so many areas of our lives. Tara and Vanessa also discuss unconditional love, nervous system healing, burnout, spirituality, purpose, and why most people are stuck living in survival mode without even realizing it. If you've struggled with anxiety, toxic relationships, self sabotage, emotional pain, or finding peace within yourself, this conversation will hit deeply. Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7cjQnka1Ji6hbhyJAVObEq?si=9a3749d4691c4dc4 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/billiondbabie https://www.instagram.com/taruhhh https://www.instagram.com/byvanessafontana Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@billiondbabie 00:00 Intro to Inner Child Healing & Spirituality 00:34 What Spirituality Really Means 02:13 Religion vs Spiritual Connection 03:39 Why We React Emotionally To Triggers 04:24 Internal Family Systems Explained 05:18 The Voices Inside Your Head 06:12 Healing Your Inner Child 07:52 Learning To Detach From Thoughts 09:02 Anxiety, Fight Or Flight & Survival Mode 10:37 Realizing You've Been Living In Survival 11:28 Taking Inventory Of Your Life 12:07 “What Still Haunts You?” 13:11 Childhood Trauma & Toxic Cycles 14:20 EMDR Therapy Changed Her Life 15:28 Marathon Training & Somatic Healing 16:08 Learning Forgiveness & Emotional Safety 17:13 Unconditional Love & Attachment 18:57 Masculine vs Feminine Thinking 19:59 Why Men Struggle Emotionally 21:32 Toxic Masculinity & Emotional Suppression 22:50 Why Men Struggle To Cry 23:54 Trying To Fix The People You Love 24:52 Growing Up In Chaos & Addiction 26:03 Healing Her Relationship With Her Mom 27:12 Learning To Forgive Your Parents 28:39 Expectations, Pain & Emotional Triggers 30:11 Why Hurt People Hurt People 31:20 What True Forgiveness Looks Like 33:02 How Healing Changes Every Area Of Life 34:10 Leaving Corporate America 35:08 Escaping Transactional Relationships 36:19 The Slow Transformation Of Healing 38:13 Releasing Scarcity & Money Trauma 39:24 Leaving A Six Figure Corporate Job 40:34 Trusting God & Following Purpose 41:42 Separating Passion From Income 43:28 Learning How To Receive 44:05 Feminine Energy & Receiver Mode 45:12 Heart Math & Emotional Regulation 46:07 The Power Of Breathwork & Somatic Healing 47:12 Accessing Your Intuition 48:01 Flow State & Receiving Energy 49:25 Feeling Worthy To Receive 49:39 Burnout, Masculine Energy & Overworking 50:49 Success Doesn't Always Mean Fulfillment 51:44 How Over Giving Affects Your Health 52:41 Vanessa's Podcast & Creative Community 53:48 Final Thoughts & Outro #spirituality #healing #innerchildhealing #anxiety #relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to Day 3 of the Body Harmony Series. Over the last two days, we have anchored our awareness and melted away physical muscular tension. Today, we go beneath the surface to work directly with the control center of your physical well-being: your nervous system. When life gets busy, demanding, or overstimulating, our bodies can easily get stuck in a low-grade, chronic state of "fight-or-flight." This survival mode drains your energy, disrupts your sleep, and creates a subtle sense of internal urgency. In this session, we will use rhythmic, extended exhalations and somatic awareness to send a profound signal of safety to your brain, gently shifting your body into its natural state of rest, recovery, and deep repair. A Message for Your Heart Bring one hand to your chest and the other to your belly, feeling the gentle, steady rise and fall of your breath. There is nowhere else you need to be right now, and nothing else you need to accomplish. You can stop rushing. You can lay down the invisible armor you've been wearing. Softly whisper this reminder to yourself as you settle into the quiet: "I surrender to my inner truth." Let your nervous system receive this truth—that in this very moment, you are completely secure, you are deeply supported, and you are allowed to simply exist in perfect peace. This is day 3 of a 7-day meditation series, "Body Harmony Meditation Series" episodes 2713-2719. THIS WEEK'S MEDITATION JOURNEY Today, we are stepping into a week-long journey together: The Body Harmony Series. So often, we live our lives from the neck up—caught in the momentum of a racing mind, managing endless to-do lists, and pushing through the day. But your mind is only half the story. Your body carries the rhythm of your life. It holds your stress, it remembers your long days, and right now, it might be asking you for a moment to simply rest, reset, and repair. Over the next seven days, we are going to close the gap between your mind and your body. We will be using ancient, time-tested awareness techniques and gentle somatic breathing to melt away deep physical tension, soothe your nervous system, and move out of that exhausted 'fight-or-flight' mode. By the end of this week, you won't just feel calmer—your body will feel like a sanctuary again. Let's begin this journey of deep restoration. Go ahead and settle into your space, adjust your posture, take a deep, clearing breath… and let's meditate together." THIS WEEK'S CHALLENGE: Bodywise Quest This week, tune into the intuition of your body. Your body knows what you need. Honor its messages this week. MEDITATION TECHNIQUES: Day 1: Visualization Day 2: Affirmation "I surrender to my inner truth." Day 3: Breathing Technique Inhale: tune into your body -- Exhale: listen to your body's needs Day 4: Mudra Technique: Mukula Mudra Touch together your fingers and thumbs on each hand. Place them over an area of your body you'd like to support. Rotate them clockwise and feel relief. Day 5: Chakra Technique: First Chakra Location: coccyx Qualities: stability, feeling grounded Color: red Element: earth Day 6: Layer Meditation Techniques Day 7: Reflection + Introspection SHARE YOUR MEDITATION JOURNEY WITH YOUR FELLOW MEDITATORS Let's connect and inspire each other! Please share a little about how meditation has helped you by reaching out to me at Mary@SipandOm.com or better yet -- direct message me on https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om. We'd love to hear about your meditation ritual! WAYS TO SUPPORT THE DAILY MEDITATION PODCAST SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a single episode. Consistency is the KEY to a successful meditation ritual. SHARE the podcast with someone who could use a little extra support. I'd be honored if you left me a podcast review. If you do, please email me at Mary@sipandom.com and let me know a little about yourself and how meditation has helped you. I'd love to share your journey to inspire fellow meditators on the podcast! All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com. FOR DAILY EXTRA SUPPORT OUTSIDE THE PODCAST Each day's meditation techniques are shared at: sip.and.om Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sip.and.om/ sip and om Facebook https://www.facebook.com/SipandOm/ SIP AND OM MEDITATION APP Looking for a little more support? If you're ready for a more in-depth meditation experience, allow Mary to guide you in daily 30-minute guided meditations on the Sip and Om meditation app. Give it a whirl for 7-days free! Receive access to 3,000+ 30-minute guided meditations customized around a weekly theme to help you manage emotions. Receive a Clarity Journal and a Slow Down Guide customized for each weekly theme. 2-Week's Free Access on iOS https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/sip-and-om/id1216664612?platform=iphone&preserveScrollPosition=true#platform/iphone All meditations are created by Mary Meckley and are her original content. Please request permission to use any of Mary's content by sending an email to Mary@sipandom.com.Let go of repetitive negative thoughts. Music composed by Christopher Lloyd Clark licensed by RoyaltyFreeMusic.com, and also by musician Greg Keller.
Thriving through Menopause with Fitness, Fat Loss and a Focused Mind
If you feel like your body is holding on to belly fat no matter how "healthy" you eat… this episode may explain why. In this bonus teaching, I'm talking about something I never connected to fat loss until my own midlife hormone journey: the nervous system. Because after 40, many women are living in constant stress mode without even realizing it. Between hormone imbalance, inflammation, poor sleep, emotional overload, and nonstop responsibilities, your body can start operating like it's constantly under pressure. And when your body doesn't feel safe… it holds on. In this episode, we're unpacking how chronic stress impacts belly fat burning, blood sugar, cravings, inflammation, cortisol, and hormone balance — and why peace may be one of the most powerful things you can pursue in midlife. I'm also sharing simple, practical ways to support your nervous system naturally through breathing, slowing down, strategic exercise, rest, and reconnecting with God's peace in the middle of a busy season. If you're tired of pushing harder and still feeling stuck, this conversation is for you. Listen now and come connect with us inside the Menopause Makeover Facebook community. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post:
In this episode, Dr. Patrick Porter, Ashok Gupta, and Jack Savage explore with Tara how brain retraining, better sleep, targeted tech like BrainTap, and gentler stimulants with ingredients such as L‑theanine and medicinal mushrooms can calm an overstimulated nervous system and improve focus. Dr. Patrick K. Porter, PhD, is an award-winning author/speaker and the founder of BrainTap®, the leader in technology-enhanced meditation. Dr. Porter pioneered the use of brainwave entrainment to improve clarity, sleep & energy, and remains at the forefront of scientific research. He founded BrainTap with the goal of making this technology accessible to everyone. BrainTap offers over 1800 original audio sessions in 12 languages and serves a worldwide user base with its mobile app and headset. Ashok Gupta is the mind behind The Gupta Program and a leading expert in the field of neuroimmune conditioned syndromes (NICS). Ashok is an internationally renowned Speaker, Filmmaker & Health Practitioner who has dedicated his life to supporting people through chronic illness, and achieving their potential. As someone who's always had trouble focusing, Jack Savage was prescribed stimulants at the age of 5 until high blood pressure gave cause for serious concern. He quit cold turkey and started drinking lots of coffee. After 1-2 hours of ineffective energy, he'd crash or if he drank too much, he'd feel jittery and anxious. That's when he started researching biohacking, nutrition and functional mushrooms. Jack found that basically all mushrooms are magical, especially when combined with nootropics. This led him to the ingredients in Everyday Dose, which have allowed him to regain control of his life for the first time. RESOURCES: Learn more about Dr. Porter here: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/drpatrickporter | Instagram: @braintaptech @drpatrickporter Learn more about Ashok Gupta here: http://www.guptaprogram.com/ | Instagram: @guptaprogram Learn more about Jack Savage here: https://www.everydaydose.com/COACHTARA | Instagram: @everydaydose Get 10% off Peluva minimalist shoe with coupon code COACHTARA here: http://peluva.com/coachtara Watch the full interview here: Dr. Porter: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/drpatrickporter Ashok Gupta: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/ashokgupta Jack Savage: https://www.taragarrison.com/blog/jacksavage CHAPTERS: 00:03 – Intro: survival mode and calmer brain 00:23 – Expert stack: Porter, Gupta, Jack from Everyday Dose 04:19 – Sponsor: Peluva barefoot shoes ad 07:12 – Aging and memory, elders and wisdom 08:26 – Pills vs lifestyle: energy, sleep, movement 08:52 – Dementia‑spectrum women's BrainTap study 10:54 – Diagnosis impact and 3×/day BrainTap protocol 11:58 – Morning SMR, coffee dependence, balance/vestibular 13:26 – Afternoon reboot, HRV, memory and focus 15:27 – Night delta session and flipped cortisol 15:46 – 39% neuroplastic change and "senior moments" 18:19 – Off the dementia spectrum and better balance 18:52 – Seminole College golf team and alpha waves 21:20 – BrainTap app vs headset, light and sound 24:00 – Brazil app‑only study vs opioids for pain 37:20 – Psilocybin‑like gamma patterns with BrainTap 44:59 – Everyday Dose coffee extract and low acidity 45:13 – Lion's mane, chaga, fruiting bodies vs mycelium 49:35 – L‑theanine in Everyday Dose and ADHD focus WORK WITH TARA: Are You Looking for Help on Your Wellness Journey? Here's how Tara can help you: TRY TARA'S APP FOR FREE: http://taragarrison.com/app INDIVIDUAL ONLINE COACHING: https://www.taragarrison.com/work-with-me CHECK OUT HIGHER RETREATS: https://www.taragarrison.com/retreats SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram @coachtaragarrison TikTok @coachtaragarrison Facebook @coachtaragarrison Pinterest @coachtaragarrison INSIDE OUT HEALTH PODCAST SPECIAL OFFERS: ☑️ Upgraded Formulas Hair Test Kit Special Offer: https://bit.ly/3YdMn4Z ☑️ Upgraded Formulas - Get 15% OFF Everything with Coupon Code INSIDEOUT15: https://upgradedformulas.com/INSIDEOUT15 ☑️ Rep Provisions: Vote for the future of food with your dollar! And enjoy a 15% discount while you're at it with Coupon Code COACHTARA: https://bit.ly/3dD4ZSv If you loved this episode, please leave a review! Here's how to do it on Apple Podcasts: Go to Inside Out Health Podcast page: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/inside-out-health-with-coach-tara-garrison/id1468368093 Scroll down to the 'Ratings & Reviews' section. Tap 'Write a Review' (you may be prompted to log in with your Apple ID). Thank you!
In part two of this series, Sarah explores what healing actually looks like after years of living in fight, flight, freeze, or fawn mode. Why can calm feel uncomfortable? What does a regulated nervous system actually feel like? And how do you stop treating emotional chaos like chemistry? This episode breaks down the biological opposites of survival mode: rest, digest, connect, and create. Sarah also discusses boundaries, co-regulation, people pleasing, emotional safety, and how healing changes the way we experience love, conflict, and connection. If you've ever struggled to relax in relationships, felt emotionally addicted to inconsistency, or wondered why healthy love can feel unfamiliar, this episode is for you.Download HILY Dating App from the App Store or Google Play, or visit https://hily.go.link/d31uDDISCLAIMER: This podcast offers information for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Always consult a qualified mental health provider for medical or mental health concerns. The host, guests, and network disclaim responsibility for any decisions or actions you make based on information provided by this podcast.TDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
I am delighted to connect with Sachin Patel today. Sachin is a father, husband, philanthropist, functional medicine practice success coach, speaker, author, breathwork facilitator, and plant medicine advocate. He is passionate about helping people activate their “inner doctor” through lifestyle medicine, breathwork, and greater self-awareness. Having had the privilege of knowing Sachin both personally and professionally, what stands out most is his unwavering commitment to helping people better understand their physiology so they can heal more effectively and live more intentionally. In today's conversation, we explore the connection between the autonomic nervous system, the vagus nerve, and overall health. Sachin shares insights on breath dynamics, diaphragm function, coherent breathing, CO₂ tolerance, the Bohr effect, the physiologic sigh, and the often-overlooked role of repressed emotions in physical well-being. We also discuss the importance of nature, circadian rhythms, sunlight, temperature regulation, and Sachin offers his recommendations for women in midlife and beyond. I also highly recommend his new book, Breath, Balance, and Burn, which was recently released. Stay tuned for a fascinating conversation on breath, healing, and the daily habits that shape how we feel, function, and age. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: How spending too much time in fight-or-flight mode prevents the body from entering a healing state How women's multiple roles and chronic stress, combined with midlife hormonal transitions, can create a “perfect storm” of sympathetic dominance and nervous system dysregulation How your breath reflects your emotional state Why healing becomes difficult when the body remains in a fight-or-flight state The benefits of coherent breathing for oxygen delivery and nervous system regulation How the diaphragm serves as an access point to emotional regulation and nervous system control How our breathing patterns and nervous system state can influence the emotional state of others Sachin outlines practical techniques to help regulate stress, improve focus, increase energy, and prepare for sleep How modern indoor living disconnects people from their natural rhythms Connect with Cynthia Thurlow Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website. Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow. Purchase Cynthia's book, The Menopause Gut. Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Sachin Patel On Facebook On Instagram On YouTube – The Living Light Reset Get instant access to The Breathe, Balance, Burn Training Program and Breathwork Bundle Purchase a copy of Sachin's Book, Breathe, Balance, Burn: How Fixing the Way You Breathe Resets Your Stress Hormones, Shrinks Your Belly, and Gives You Back the Energy and Calm You Thought Were Gone for Good, on Amazon.
JKL Media hosts Jesse, Karen, and Lou recap The Expanse Season 3 premiere "Fight or Flight," praising its immediate momentum and debating the title's meaning. They focus on the Rocinante crew's split over going to Tycho versus Io, with Holden pivoting to help Prax find his daughter and Amos and Alex backing him while Naomi faces backlash for betraying the crew and giving the protomolecule to Fred Johnson. On Earth, they condemn Errinwright's manipulation of the Secretary-General and his attempt to frame Chrisjen Avasarala as war with Mars escalates, while noting the looming protomolecule threat on Venus and traces still on the Roci. They discuss Fred Johnson and Drummer's uneasy alliance with Dawes and the plan to recover the Nauvoo, highlight Bobbie's standout action-driven escape with Chrisjen and Cotyar, and react to Alex's emotional message to his family.
This week on the podcast, I'm joined by ADHD counselor Jenna Free to talk all about emotional regulation, nervous system regulation, and why ADHDers need to stop rushing.Jenna is a Certified Canadian Counsellor (CCC) who specializes in helping ADHD brains move out of fight-or-flight and into a state where they can function at their best—while honoring neurodivergence and individual needs.Together, we explore the four stress responses—fight, flight, freeze, and fawn—and how chronic rushing keeps so many ADHDers stuck in survival mode. We also discuss why slowing down can feel so uncomfortable, what regulation actually looks like in real life, and how nervous system support can improve productivity, relationships, emotional resilience, and overall quality of life.If you're constantly overwhelmed, reactive, exhausted, or feeling like you can never fully relax, this episode will help you understand why.Jenna also shares insights from her book, The Simple Guide to ADHD Regulation.Watch this episode on YouTubeWant help with your ADHD? Join FOCUSED!Have questions for Kristen? Call 1.833.281.2343Hang out with Kristen on Instagram and TikTokSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today's mom chat is a sassy one and we're getting real about the stress that comes with having a toddler. But instead of placing the blame on your child, we're shifting the focus to what you can control.We're talking about how to adjust your environment, get out of chronic fight-or-flight, and make simple changes that actually reduce overwhelm. You'll walk away with tools to regulate your nervous system, feel better in your day-to-day life, and ultimately create a more supportive experience for both you and your toddler. This episode is all about taking ownership and making small shifts that truly change everything.Ways to work with Corinne: Join the Mind Your Hormones Method, HERE! (Use code PODCAST for 10% off!!)Mentioned in this episode:Join the waitlist for the next round of Corinne's Trying to Conceive Accelerator here! (a new round starts mid-June!) A new round of Ovulation Nation: Corinne's free 3-Day Root Cause Ovulation Protocol kicks off in July!
Feeling stuck in survival mode? In this episode, former paramedic and clinical hypnotherapist Martin (Anxiety Breaker) shares how to calm your nervous system fast using science-backed vagus nerve resets and somatic healing techniques. Whether you're dealing with racing thoughts, chronic stress, or functional burnout, learn to signal safety to your brain and body instantly.What You'll Learn in This Session:Nervous System Regulation: Understand why your body stays in fight or flight even after the danger has passed.Vagus Nerve Healing: How to use your body's "master brake system" to downshift from panic to peace.Somatic Reset: A guided visualization to transform "red" urgent stress into "blue" biological calm.3 Daily Tips: Simple, physical triggers to reset your anxiety naturally.
Are you dealing with thyroid symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, constipation, and depression, and still feeling out of control around food? How does nervous system regulation affect cravings, cortisol, insulin, sleep, and hormones, especially if you're in fight or flight mode around dieting and exercising? This week on the She Talks Health podcast, I sat down with Sherry Shaban from Make Peace With Food to talk to you about why having “all the knowledge” around diet and exercise still doesn't create sustainable results if your nervous system is stuck in protection mode. Sherry shared how her obsession with finding the “right” way to eat led her through every diet fad imaginable — low-fat, calorie-counting, Atkins, paleo, macros counting, keto, and even veganism — until the constant rule changes resulted in stress, secrecy, and binge eating issues.We talked about the nervous system as the “software” running the body, and how our thoughts can control so much of how we feel and react to things that happen to us. Sherry also called out how the phrase “nervous system regulation” has become overused in our industry, so regulation can become another form of perfectionism or avoidance if we're trying to erase uncomfortable emotions instead of learning to sit with them. Sherry also broke down how chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated beyond its normal rhythm, and why that can drive cravings for refined carbs and salty/sugary foods. The real rollercoaster often comes from insulin spikes and drops, creating more cravings, and this cascade can disrupt sleep and dysregulate hunger and fullness hormones. We close things out talking about why the most disciplined, “go-getter” women often struggle the most. Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and overachievement as trauma responses, and even dopamine rewards, can reinforce the cycle of bad habits. Sherry emphasized that less is more, rather than obsessing over calories and macros. If we can get out of a perfectionist headspace and take small steps toward healthier habits, we can get sustainable results that still give us the reinforcement we need to keep going. Disclaimer: This information is being provided to you for educational and informational purposes only. It is being provided to educate you about how to take care of your body and as a self-help tool for your own use so that you can reach your own health goals. It is not intended to treat or cure any specific illness and is not to replace the guidance provided by your own medical practitioner. If you are under the care of a healthcare professional or currently use prescription medications, you should discuss any dietary changes or potential dietary supplement use with your doctor, and should not discontinue any prescription medications without first consulting your doctor. This information is to be used at your own risk based on your own judgment. If you suspect you have a medical problem, we urge you to take appropriate action by seeking medical attention.In This Episode: [3:02] How trauma shaped Sherry's health journey[5:10] The slippery slope into disordered eating from diet confusion[7:52] Why knowing what to eat isn't enough for weight loss[10:27] How the nervous system affects our diet and health[14:03] Nervous system regulation explained[16:50] Disordered eating habits are fear-driven[18:40] Common eating patterns in clients[24:02] The hormonal connection between cortisol, cravings, and belly fat[28:22] How to reset your metabolism and hunger cues[31:58] Why perfectionists often struggle the most[36:52] Sometimes doing less is more productive[40:05] Thinking about your relationship with food in terms of hormones, not caloriesFind more from Sherry online:Website: https://sherryshaban.com/Instagram: @makepeacewithfoodofficialThe Hormone Reset Guide: https://sherryshaban.com/hormoneresetPodcast: https://makepeacewithfood.com/podcast/Connect with Sophie: Instagram: @shetalkshealthWebsite: shetalkshealth.comApply to work with us: www.shetalkshealth.com/callThe Mineral Reset (HTMA): https://shethrives.shetalkshealth.com/htma-packageMineral Mocktail (get your energy back now!: https://shetalkshealth.com/mineral-mocktail-guide/Stop guessing with your thyroid & Get Answers Now: https://ace.shetalkshealth.com/home-front
What if the bloating, mood swings, and unpredictable cycles you have been blaming on your hormones are actually your gut sending out a distress signal? The truth is that your digestive health and your hormonal balance are far more intertwined than most people realize, and addressing one without the other may be exactly why nothing has worked so far.On Salad with a Side of Fries, host Jenn Trepeck welcomes Bridget Walton, functional hormone specialist and founder of I'm Hormonal, for a candid, science-backed conversation about the connection between hormones and gut health. From estrogen metabolism and microbiome balance to stress, elimination, and the power of functional nutrition, this episode delivers the clarity and actionable guidance women navigating these challenges have been seeking.What You Will Learn in This Episode:✅ How sluggish elimination leads to a buildup of estrogen metabolites in the body, which can directly fuel PMS symptoms, heavy periods, cramping, and mood swings.✅ Why an imbalanced gut microbiome triggers an inflammatory response that disrupts cortisol and your sex hormones, creating a cycle that is difficult to break without addressing the root cause.✅ The foundational daily habits, including eating a rainbow of fiber-rich plants, incorporating fermented foods, minimizing processed food inflammation, and proper hydration, support both digestive health and hormonal harmony.✅ How to recognize when general wellness strategies are no longer enough, and functional health testing may be the key to finally getting a personalized plan that moves the needle.The Salad With a Side of Fries podcast, hosted by Jenn Trepeck, explores real-life wellness and weight-loss topics, debunking myths, misinformation, and flawed science surrounding nutrition and the food industry. Let's dive into wellness and weight loss for real life, including drinking, eating out, and skipping the grocery store.TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 The role of fiber and gut health in feeding your microbiome and producing essential vitamins for hormonal function05:36 Bridget shares her personal journey with bloating, acne, and digestive symptoms that launched her career in hormonal health08:55 How infrequent bowel movements allows estrogen metabolism byproducts to accumulate, driving PMS and heavy bleeding11:25 The importance of chewing your food properly15:00 Bridget outlines where to begin: eating the rainbow, fermented foods, hydration, and when to pursue functional health testing22:31 How often is normal elimination, why stress and digestion are deeply linked, and how deep breathing activates rest and digest27:50 Practical tips for eating on the go, including the underrated power of chewing and digestion to trigger proper stomach acid30:14 Final thoughts on listening to your body's signals and viewing PMS symptoms as communication rather than inconvenienceKEY TAKEAWAYS:
On a new episode of Weekend Conversations on the Elevate Podcast, host Robert Glazer and producer Mick Sloan talk about the power of our fight or flight response, and the keys to avoiding becoming emotionally dysregulated. Robert shares a shocking pickleball meltdown he witnessed and talks about the importance for leaders to stay cool and collected, even in frantic times. Read the post discussed in this episode: Losing It (#529) Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Shopify: shopify.com/elevate Masterclass: masterclass.com/elevate Framer: framer.com/elevate Indeed: indeed.com/elevate Notion: notion.com/elevate Blinkist: blinkist.com/elevate QuickBooks: quickbooks.com/billpay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nutrition Nugget! Bite-sized bonus episodes offer tips, tricks and approachable science. This week, Jenn is talking about Hard. This word may be deciding how your brain approaches a new habit or behavior. You have probably said it a hundred times that something is just too hard. What if the word itself is the thing standing in your way? Instead, swap ‘this is hard' for ‘this is a challenge'. Is that any better? Jenn breaks down the surprising brain science behind the words we use every day and why some words send us straight into avoidance mode before we even get started. Could one simple word-sway actually rewire your brain and make change feel possible? The answer might surprise you. Like what you're hearing? Be sure to check out the full-length episodes of new releases every Wednesday. Have an idea for a nutrition nugget? Submit it here: https://asaladwithasideoffries.com/index.php/contact/ RESOURCES:Become a Happy Healthy Hub MemberJenn's Free Menu PlanA Salad With a Side of FriesA Salad With A Side Of Fries MerchA Salad With a Side of Fries InstagramGoing Against the TextbookKEYWORDS: Jenn Trepeck, Nutrition Nugget, Salad With A Side Of Fries, Health Tips, Wellness Tips, Habit Formation, Behavior Change, Language Reframing, Brain Chemistry, Neuroscience, Healthy Habits, Mindset Shift, Dopamine, Amygdala, Prefrontal Cortex, Neuroplasticity, Stress Response, Mental Fatigue, Motivation, Avoidance Behavior, Fight Or Flight, Cortisol, Adrenaline, Executive Function, Self Control, Problem Solving, Delayed Gratification, Neural Pathways, Brain Function, Emotional Regulation, Coping Mechanisms, Food Habits, Movement Habits, Gym Motivation, Health Coaching, Lifestyle Change, Wellness Mindset, Growth Mindset, Anterior Mid Cingulate Cortex, Glutamate, Stress Reduction, Habit Stacking, Behavior Psychology, Word Choice, Cognitive Reframing, Health And Wellness, How To Reframe Hard Tasks For Better Habits, Using Language To Change Brain Chemistry For Health
Episode Highlights With KatieWhy chronic fight-or-flight is not an emotional problem but a physiological state driven by your biologyHow the nervous system decides whether you're safe or unsafe — often without your conscious awarenessThe specific ways stress, trauma, overwhelm, and modern life keep the body stuck in survival modeWhy you can't heal digestion, hormones, immunity, energy, or inflammation until your body feels safeHow your brain, vagus nerve, mitochondria, and hormones respond when your body is in a threat stateThe difference between “danger physiology” and “safety physiology” — and how each shapes your symptomsWhy mindset alone can't regulate your nervous system (but the right habits can)The real role of light, minerals, hydration, movement, and sleep in telling your body it's safeHow to recognize when your body is signaling overwhelm vs. when it's ready for expansionDaily practices that help shift your system from fight-or-flight into repair, digestion, fertility, and resilienceHow rewriting internal language (“I am sick” ? “I am healing”) sends safety cues at a cellular levelWhy expanding your capacity is more effective than trying to “eliminate stress”Practical steps to build a physiology of safety — one that supports long-term health, joy, and adaptabilityResources MentionedJaspr air scrubberWater filters I love and recommend HiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama for 50% off your first order.Just Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order.
357: Where your mind goes, your body follows. In this episode, I sit down with former Bikini Olympia champion Courtney King to talk about the deeper side of health, beyond diets, workouts, and supplements. Courtney opens up about losing her period for years, struggling with severe gut issues, and hitting a breaking point that forced her to completely rethink what healing actually means. From hormonal imbalances and breast implant removal to emotional trauma and mindset shifts, this conversation goes far beyond surface-level wellness. Topics Discussed: → Can mindset affect gut health symptoms → How stress impacts hormones and digestion → Can emotional trauma cause physical illness → Why am I bloated all the time → How to heal gut without strict diet → Does anxiety affect digestion and weight → How to reset nervous system naturally As always, if you have any questions for the show please email us at digestthispod@gmail.com. And if you like this show, please share it, rate it, review it and subscribe to it on your favorite podcast app. Sponsored By: → Seven Sundays | Go to https://sevensundays.com/ and use code: lilsip for 20% off → Kasandrinos | Go to https://www.kasandrinos.com/digest and use code DIGEST for 25% off Timestamps: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:03:17 - Meet Courtney King → 00:07:09 - Body Building Cons → 00:10:59 - Female Body Building → 00:12:32 - Competition Diet → 00:16:35 - Relationships → 00:21:42 - Breast Implants → 00:28:41 - Working Through Trauma → 00:34:10 - Therapy + Healing → 00:37:37 - Fight Or Flight → 00:43:29 - Gut-Brain Axis → 00:47:42 - Learning To Love Yourself Further Listening: → Ex-Vegan Turned Carnivore & Should We Really Be Eating a Stick of Butter a Day? | Bella Ma Check Out Courtney: → Instagram Check Out Bethany: → Bethany's Instagram: @lilsipper → YouTube → Bethany's Website → Discounts & My Favorite Products → My Digestive Support Protein Powder → Gut Reset Book → Get my Newsletters (Friday Finds) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailThis episode is a real, honest conversation about what happens inside of you after betrayal… why your body goes into fight or flight, why your thoughts won't settle, and why the hurt feels deeper than you expected. We're talking about the nervous system, trust being broken, and the emotional weight that comes with it… but also how to listen to your body, move through the anxiety, and begin finding your way back to a place of safety within yourself.Support the show
What if ADHD isn't just about focus… but about a nervous system stuck in survival mode? Therapist Jennifer Free explains why many ADHD brains are living in chronic fight-or-flight—and why productivity tools like planners and to-do lists often fail. In this episode, Jennifer shares how her own late ADHD diagnosis in graduate school led her to rethink everything she was taught about ADHD treatment. Instead of adding more systems and strategies, she began focusing on nervous system regulation. When the body is dysregulated, executive functioning drops, urgency increases, and people get stuck in a familiar ADHD pattern: on → crash → repeat. Jennifer introduces the concept of “alignment with reality” — learning to match your internal state to what's actually happening instead of fighting reality with thoughts like “I'm behind” or “there's not enough time.” We also explore ADHD in women and motherhood, the cultural pressure to constantly produce, and how productivity for productivity's sake can disconnect us from joy, presence, and the people we care about most. Jennifer shares practical ways to regulate in everyday life, including recognizing signs of dysregulation, slowing the body to signal safety, and identifying the beliefs that keep us stuck in urgency. If you constantly feel rushed, overwhelmed, or trapped by your to-do list, this episode will change how you think about ADHD, productivity, and regulation.