Podcasts about Nervous system

Relationships can feel disorienting when roles shift and old patterns loosen. This episode sits with relational strain, uncertainty, and quiet fear — not as failure, but as an identity-level reorganization happening inside closeness.What happens when a relationship feels lighter — but also more uncertain?When roles loosen, effort drops, and clarity returns, many high-capacity humans don't feel relief right away. They feel exposed. The questions that surface aren't about communication skills or fixing the relationship. They're about identity, belonging, and safety inside closeness.This episode is intentionally different.Instead of teaching or resolving, we slow down and stay with the real, lived questions that emerge when relationships recalibrate — especially for people who have long carried responsibility, emotional labor, and steadiness for others.In this extended Saturday episode, we gently walk through the questions that clients, friends, and leaders most often ask — sometimes out loud, often silently — as identity shifts inside relationship:“If I stop playing this role… will I still be chosen?”“If I stop over-carrying — if I stop holding the emotional center — what is my place in this relationship now?”“Who am I to us if I'm not the one stabilizing everything?”“If things feel lighter in this relationship… am I allowed to enjoy that without waiting for the other shoe to drop?”“If I relax into this ease, am I being naive about what could happen next?”“What if my partner doesn't meet me here?”“What if mutuality doesn't appear right away?”“What if my partner doesn't change?”“How long does this feel awkward before it feels natural?”“How do I stay present in this relationship without compensating?”These questions aren't signs that something is wrong. They are evidence that identity is reorganizing faster than relational patterns — and that the nervous system is learning how to stay present without bracing, performing, or disappearing.Drawing from years of coaching high-capacity humans, lived relational experience, and the Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) pathway, this episode offers orientation rather than answers. We protect slowness. We honor grief for roles that once protected something real. We resist premature resolution. And we let the body feel what the mind is tempted to manage.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

What if the reason you feel overwhelmed isn't a lack of discipline, but a lack of capacity? In this powerful solo episode, I'm inviting you to lead your life like a calm, regulated CEO. Not from hustle. Not from force. But from safety, presence, and nervous system support. So many women are trying to build big lives on exhausted systems, then wondering why everything feels hard. Today, I'm breaking down the shifts that help you expand your capacity, regulate your nervous system, and lead yourself with clarity and power.You'll learn what capacity actually is and how your nervous system shapes what you can hold, the key difference between discipline and regulation, and the CEO Reset model for coming back to calm in the moments you feel overstimulated. I'll also share the three daily rhythms that create sustainable energy, the boundaries that protect the CEO within you, and the core truths to anchor into every day, especially if you've been feeling snappy, scattered, touched-out, or like you're constantly behind.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/689 for the show notes.Join my weekly newsletter: www.melissaambrosini.com/newsletterGet my FREE ZenTone Meditation: www.melissaambrosini.com/zentoneFollow me on Instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're sharing a special episode today from our new Feisty Media family to help you deal with and take away some action items for the collective trauma many of us are going through right now, whether it's new for you or simply heightened.Along with being a sports psychologist & therapist in her own right, the Feisty Women's Performance podcast host Dr. Erin Ayala also lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota — which has been at the center of the news over the last month since it became the target of the largest immigration enforcement action to date in the U.S. Thousands of federal agents have patrolled the streets and detained residents, and, over this past weekend, shot and killed a second bystander — leading to hundreds of thousands of people protesting in Minneapolis and around the country.In this tense environment, how do we show up as athletes, as members of our community, as our best and healthiest selves?Erin has brought together a group of experts and invites you to join them — Dr. Tess Kilwein, Dr. Quincy Guinadi, and Christine Bright — as they discuss how these experiences shape mental health and performance, and how you can respond to stress and trauma whether you're going through it right now with the news or you're dealing with your personal challenges.Key Takeaways: • What is collective trauma? Learn how collective trauma impacts communities and individuals, and why this understanding is crucial for athletes and coaches.• Recognize that intentional rest in times of stress can be essential for long-term sustainability.• Know that movement and sport can be powerful tools in community healing.• Get tips on how to navigate the complexities of wanting to help without feeling performative or overwhelmed, and how to effectively engage in difficult conversations without shame or guilt.Don't be perfect. Be brave.Guest Introductions: • Dr. Tess Kilwein: A board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist with expertise in mental performance and athlete wellness.• Dr. Quincy Guinadi: A postdoctoral resident specializing in identity, mental health, and the experiences of marginalized communities.• Christine Bright: Lead consultant at the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, focusing on trauma-informed coaching and community support.Resources Mentioned:• Center for Healing and Justice through Sport• Nothing Heals like Sport Playbook• "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah• Beyond Ally by Dr. Maysa Akbar• Find ways to help at standwithminnesota.com• The Feisty Women's Performance podcast

This episode originally aired in 2020. It's a very popular episode that deserved being updated because so many folks are still listening!***Lying is probably the behavior parents seek support with the most.  It's confusing.  It's triggering.  It's exhausting. We can use our x-ray vision goggles to get underneath the lying so we can respond in ways that actually sets the boundary and increases the possibility of helping our children developing more socially and relationally appropriate behaviors. Would you rather about Lying as a Trauma Driven Behavior? Check out my blog! https://robyngobbel.com/lying/Additional Resources:Lying as a Trauma Driven Behavior Infographic Free Resource Hub: RobynGobbel.com/FreeResourceHubEp 222: Lying, Stealing, Regression and Baby TalkRegister for the F R E E Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior webinar on February 3. Choose from 10am eastern, 8pm eastern, or just watch the recording.Register Here ---> RobynGobbel.com/webinar I would love to have you join me this March in Durango, CO for a 3-day, retreat style workshop: Presence in Practice: An experiential workshop into the neurobiology of how change happens.All details and registration ------> https://RobynGobbel.com/DurangoRegister by January 31 for $25 off! :::Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubSign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

Why Your Nervous System Is the Missing Piece in Manifesting Your Dreams What if manifestation isn't about thinking differently—but about feeling safe enough to receive? In this powerful and deeply grounding episode of Your Limitless Life, Christina sits down with her dear friend Abbey Daw to explore the often-missing link between manifestation, healing, and the nervous system. Abbey is a yoga instructor, renowned somatic breathwork coach, New York Times Best Selling author, and one of the most inspiring voices in the somatic healing space. Together, Christina and Abbey unpack why so many women feel frustrated with manifestation—even after doing mindset work, visualization, and "all the right things." This conversation goes beyond theory and into lived experience, showing how subconscious patterns, stored stress, and nervous system dysregulation can quietly block our ability to receive abundance, clarity, and ease—even when we consciously desire it. In this episode we explore: Why manifestation is not just a mindset practice, but a somatic one How the nervous system determines what feels safe to receive and sustain The subtle signs of nervous system dysregulation, even in high-functioning women Abbey's personal journey with breathwork and nervous system healing Why forcing belief or "positive thinking" often backfires How somatic breathwork helps release stored patterns the mind can't access What it actually means to build capacity for more — without burnout Simple ways to begin creating safety in your body today If you've ever felt like you're doing the inner work but still feel stuck, overwhelmed, or blocked from receiving what you desire, this episode will help you understand why—and, more importantly, how to move forward with compassion, safety, and trust. This is an invitation to stop pushing…and start listening to what your body has been asking for all along.   Guest Links: Abbey Daw: @‌abbeydaw Website: https://www.abbeydaw.com/   Join the 30 Day Abundance Reset: https://theabundancereset.com/   Links: The Empowered Women's Collective Your Limitless Adventures Group Trips Connect With Me: Instagram: @macs_explore Threads: @macs_exploreaee

208  Ever feel easily irritated or annoyed with your partner and wonder what it means about your relationship? Ever thought, “Why is everything that my partner's doing bothering me lately?”or “Does this mean something is wrong with us?” If so, I've been there too, and this episode is for you.In it, we explore why feeling irritated in your relationship doesn't mean anything is wrong, how chronic stress and dysregulation fuel annoyance, and what you can do to shift out of irritability and reactivity and back into connection.Drawing from my own experience in my marriage – and nervous system science – I share how I learned to stop letting irritation and reactivity damage my relationship, and how you can do the same.In this episode, you'll hear 5 tips to shift out of irritation, aggravation, or annoyance, as well as:Why annoyance is a normal part of healthy relationshipsHow to stop making irritation mean something is wrongThe connection between stress, your nervous system, and relationship tensionSimple ways to regulate yourself and soften reactivityHow to rebuild warmth and appreciation with your partnerThis episode is especially for highly sensitive people and anyone who feels overwhelmed, reactive, or disconnected in their relationship. It will help you use any annoyance, irritation, and reactivity that comes up as the spark that can actually guide you back to your most connected, loving place in your relationship.SHOW NOTES:Learn all about and join Hannah in Foundations of Emotional Well-Being For HSPs; The Root Of a Safer Marriage and Heart here. Doors close Feb 4th, 2026. After that, price goes up forever. Find Hannah at her website: hspmarriagecoaching.com

If you've been feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, anxious, or like you can never fully relax, this episode is for you.   So many women are living in a constant state of doing, scrolling, reacting, and mentally juggling everything at once. Over time, this keeps our nervous system stuck in survival mode, making calm, joy, and presence feel out of reach.   In today's episode, we're talking all about what the nervous system actually loves and how you can start giving it what it needs in simple, realistic ways. This isn't about adding more to your to-do list or fixing yourself. It's about creating safety, softness, and regulation in a world that constantly pulls us in a million directions.   You'll learn how to release mental overload (especially from being online), reconnect with your body, and build a life that feels calmer, clearer, and more grounded one small shift at a time.   xoxo,    Jeannet    Work with Jeannet:   Apply for one on one private coaching: https://forms.gle/bwoTL8HCUDPmM1LY8 Get my FREE workbook to help you identify the skills you can monetize with an online business: https://www.jeannetsacks.com/monetizeskills Coaching Business Workshop: This Workshop is designed to take you from newbie to launching your own Online Coaching Business or restructure your current Coaching Program so it starts making you money. You will develop your Coaching Program and create streams of income from the comfort of your home, while having an impact on others. https://www.jeannetsacks.com/coachingbusiness Subscribe to my newsletter for awesome tips to live your best life:  https://www.jeannetsacks.com/newsletter Instagram: @JeannetSacks Website: https://www.JeannetSacks.com

In this special episode, your Feisty Women's Performance podcast host Dr. Erin Ayala brings together a group of experts on mental health to talk about the science and psychology of stress and collective trauma.Along with being a sports psychologist & therapist in her own right, Erin also lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota — which has been at the center of the news over the last month since it became the target of the largest immigration enforcement action to date in the U.S. Thousands of federal agents have patrolled the streets and detained residents, and, over this past weekend, shot and killed a second bystander — leading to hundreds of thousands of people protesting in Minneapolis and around the country.In this tense environment, how do we show up as athletes, as members of our community, as our best and healthiest selves?Join Dr. Tess Kilwein, Dr. Quincy Guinadi, and Christine Bright as they discuss how these experiences shape mental health and performance, and how you can respond to stress and trauma — whether you're going through it right now with the news or you're dealing with your challenges.Key Takeaways: • What is collective trauma? Learn how collective trauma impacts communities and individuals, and why this understanding is crucial for athletes and coaches.• Recognize that intentional rest in times of stress can be essential for long-term sustainability.• Know that movement and sport can be powerful tools in community healing.• Get tips on how to navigate the complexities of wanting to help without feeling performative or overwhelmed, and how to effectively engage in difficult conversations without shame or guilt.Don't be perfect. Be brave.Guest Introductions: • Dr. Tess Kilwein: A board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist with expertise in mental performance and athlete wellness.• Dr. Quincy Guinadi: A postdoctoral resident specializing in identity, mental health, and the experiences of marginalized communities.• Christine Bright: Lead consultant at the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, focusing on trauma-informed coaching and community support.Resources Mentioned:• Center for Healing and Justice through Sport• Nothing Heals like Sport Playbook• "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah• Beyond Ally by Dr. Maysa Akbar• Find ways to help at standwithminnesota.com

What if fulfillment is not found in the next goal but in your nervous system, right now. In this conversation, On this episode of Be Unmessablewith the podcast I sat down with Matthias Schmitt, a former tech and events founder who walked away from the  party-entrepreneur grind to create the Expansion State Method. We get real about success without satisfaction, how to move from survival to creation, and what the next evolution of leadership looks like when you lead your inner world first.High achievers are great at building companies and checking boxes. Many still feel empty. If your happiness is tied to a metric or a title, you will keep chasing and never arrive. This episode gives you simple, embodied ways to regulate your state, return to presence, and lead from wholeness so fulfillment is no longer a moving target.What you will learnHow to catch yourself in agitation or collapse and shift into calm clarityA grounded way to use breath and micro-movement to regulate on the spotHow to practice presence on stage and speak from the room, not a scriptIf you're ready to stop managing stress and start mastering your state, this episode will meet you right where you are. Not with another framework to chase, but with a way to come home to yourself, so you can create, lead, and live your dreams now, not someday.Grab my Free Instant Reset guide: A simple guide to getting unstuck into actionFind Matthias at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthias.schmitt.official/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthias-schmitt-speaking-coachingFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthias.schmitt.eu/Connect With JosselyneWebsite: beunmessablewith.comInstagram: @beunmessablewith

In part one of this two-part series, Dr. Stacey Clardy and Dr. John Ney break down the key message neurologists need to understand from this update and offer guidance on how to clearly convey it to patients. Show citation:  Ney JP, Steinmetz JD, Anderson-Benge E, et al. US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System: From the Global Burden of Disease 2021 Study. JAMA Neurol. 2026;83(1):20-34. doi:10.1001/jamaneurol.2025.4470  Show transcript:  Dr. Stacey Clardy: Hi, this is Stacey Clardy from the Salt Lake City VA in the University of Utah. I've been talking with John Ney from Yale about a global burden of disease analysis showing that disorders affecting nervous system health are the leading cause of disability in the United States. This is probably not too surprising to any neurologist, but very important that they rigorously went through to prove what we experience in clinics. So John, for the Minute, when neurologists do hear it though, when they hear it out loud that more than half of the US population is affected by neurologic conditions, we're still a little skeptical. That's one in two, right? What's the single most important thing we need to understand about how that number was calculated and how to communicate it to our patients and our communities? Dr. John Ney: It's not just the sum of all conditions added up and then translated into the entire population. It's really looking at unique persons with a condition affecting the nervous system. And certainly our top two are tension type headache and migraine, but then we also get into diabetic neuropathy with 17 million individuals, stroke and Alzheimer's with six million and five million respectively. So individuals, unique persons may have more than one of these conditions, but 180 million or more persons in the United States or 54% of the population actually has at least one of these conditions. Dr. Stacey Clardy: So important that we understand this, these numbers. This matters to our patients when we're explaining it to them. Sometimes they feel alone, but this really also matters when we're talking about what we need for our patients as neurologists, more research, more resources. If you want to learn more, listen to the full-length podcast. We get into the discussion, even breaking it down by states and conditions, and a bit more of the health economics and what informs these numbers. And also check out the paper in JAMA Neurology. It's titled US Burden of Disorders Affecting the Nervous System from the Global Burden of Disease 2021 Study.

In this episode, I'm in the hot seat again! Bea Rodrigues, a past client of mine in Body Language™, interviews me on her podcast Girls In Growth and we dive deep into the knitty gritty of nervous system regulation. This was such a refreshing conversation to have and I am so grateful to be able to share it with my There She Glows girlies! What we cover: Bea's experience in Body Language™ Why I was drawn to nervous system regulationThe importance of adapting work to your unique ways My life before understanding the nervous systemThe importance of comprehending how your nervous system impacts your life What regulation really means and why being regulated all the time isn't healthy Why it's so important to go to an accredited nervous system coach Intellectualizing emotions versus feeling them What a good first step to take would be for a beginner

After betrayal, many couples believe they're struggling with communication—but what's really happening is much deeper. Betrayal doesn't just break trust; it rewires the nervous system, changing how safety is experienced inside the relationship. In this episode, we explore why conversations feel loaded after betrayal, why small behaviors can feel overwhelming, and how nervous system responses—like defensiveness, shutdown, or hypervigilance—keep couples stuck in painful cycles. You'll learn why this isn't about being “too sensitive” or “never enough,” but about how the body responds when relational safety has been compromised.Whether you are a betrayed partner, the one rebuilding trust, or a couple navigating healing together, this episode offers compassionate insight, practical nervous system tools, and a powerful reframe that helps interrupt the trauma loop—without blame or shame.Connect With Me + Continue Your HealingIf today's episode resonated with you, you don't have to walk the healing journey after betrayal alone. I create trauma-informed resources, conversations, and learning experiences to support individuals and couples navigating infidelity, betrayal trauma, and relational repair.Here are a few ways to stay connected and continue your healing:Join me at a Retreat or IntensiveIf you're craving deeper, in-person support and embodied healing, I'm helping facilitate two upcoming experiences created specifically for betrayed partners. The Courage to Thrive Betrayal Trauma Intensive takes place March 17–20 in Spanish Fork, Utah and offers a structured, trauma-informed space to understand betrayal trauma, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild self-trust. Later this year, the Rise, Renew, Restore Retreat in Costa Rica, happening July 20–25, offers a more spacious, restorative experience focused on slowing down, reconnecting with your body, and healing in the presence of nature and supportive community. Free Resources & DownloadsAccess free tools, guided practices, and educational resources designed to support nervous system regulation, self-trust, boundaries, and clarity after betrayal.

In order to feel less stressed (and stop yelling), you've got to learn to understand and care for your nervous system. You'll Learn:The two parts of your nervous system and how they work togetherWhy managing your stress is so importantSignals that you're in a stress responseSome of my favorite mini stress resets (and where you can get a list of them for free)I'm zooming out to talk about the bigger picture of your entire central nervous system. And I'll show you how you can use your own nervous system to calm yourself more quickly.-------------------------------------------Your Nervous System ExplainedThere are two main parts of your nervous system. The first is your sympathetic nervous system. You might also have heard this talked about as your fight/flight/freeze/faint/fawn response). The second part is your parasympathetic nervous system, which includes the vagus nerve. The two parts work together to help you respond to stressful situations and then decrease that stress response, kinda like a teeter totter. One is activated at a time, while the other is decreased. Think of your nervous system as an information highway running through your body at all times. It takes in information through your senses and tells the brain how to respond to what you are experiencing. Neurons (brain cells) carry this message all throughout your body. If your brain interprets any of this information as dangerous, it triggers your stress response and activates the sympathetic nervous system. To your brain, a threat can be something like a kid spitting in your face or getting a bad grade or spilling juice all over the table. Stress juice floods your body, giving you the oomph to respond to the danger. When your stress response is activated, there is a period of time where you aren't able to regulate your nervous system. When that threat has passed, you start to come back online and your parasympathetic nervous system comes into play. The parasympathetic nervous system is your best friend when it comes to managing your stress response. It has its own network of nerves and helps relax your body after periods of stress or danger. It typically activates on its own after a stressor, but when we have triggers coming at us all the time (like in parenting life), it gets weakened and doesn't respond as well. That's why you need tools to reset the system on your own. When we talk about calm and taking pause breaks to reset, the parasympathetic nervous system is the piece that we're resetting. Chronic StressYour stress response is healthy and necessary. But often, our brains misinterpret things (like spilled juice being a life-or-death emergency). Parenting is a lot. What ends up happening is that you have a lot of demands and stressors coming at you one after the next, and you don't always have enough time to recover from them.This causes us to be chronically stressed. We constantly have stress juice pouring through our bodies, and it makes it really difficult to stay calm.This is what's going on when you find yourself getting angry and annoyed about every single thing your kid does. You've probably been in an activated stress response for a while, so you are dysregulated. As a mom, you're dealing with stressors all day long, especially if you have more than one kid. But there are little breaks in between.Our goal is to practice getting ourselves into the parasympathetic nervous system so that we can more easily recover from stress. We want that teeter totter to go easily up and down so that we flow smoothly between the two states of stress and non-stress. The way to do this is to...

Claudette Rowley is a wellness-first interior designer who helps people create spaces that not only look beautiful but also support their well-being. Drawing from her background in social work, coaching, and cultural transformation, Claudette practices neuro-aesthetic design - an approach grounded in the science of how color, light, texture, and flow impact our nervous systems. Rebecca and Claudette explore why design matters beyond aesthetics. Claudette explains common design mistakes and introduces her WIRED method (Wellness, Intention, Rhythm, Energy, Delight) for creating spaces that truly serve you. They discuss how cool and warm colors create completely different spaces, the power of biophilic (nature-based) design, and why the question isn't "what's trending?" but "how do I want to feel in this space?" Claudette reminds us: "You deserve to be in a space that you really love and not to settle if you feel stuck - it makes a difference in your life." Learn more:  https://www.claudetterowleydesign.com/ Take the free Color Code quiz: https://www.claudetterowleydesign.com/color-quiz

Healing MS Naturally: Bridging Science and Soul Can you truly reclaim your health from the inside out?In this episode of Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers, I sit down with holistic transformation guide Christine Ruch to discuss her incredible 20-year journey of healing Multiple Sclerosis (MS) naturally.After moving beyond mainstream medicine, Christine utilized nervous system restoration, whole-food nutrition and spiritual practices to reconnect with her body's innate wisdom. We dive deep into the connection between autoimmune disease and the nervous system, the importance of emotional capacity and why "remodelling" your relationship with your emotions is a primary key to lasting transformation. Whether you are living with MS or seeking holistic healing for chronic illness, this conversation offers grounded practices to move from symptom management to true inner healing.Key Takeaways 01:50 Early Red Flags & Body Sensitivity Before her MS diagnosis, Christine struggled with weight issues, severe skin conditions (rosacea and eczema) & environmental allergies, signs that her body was already in a state of high sensitivity.04:31 The "Missing Piece": Nervous System Regulation After years of focusing on diet and lifestyle, Christine realized that nervous system work was the most overlooked part of her journey. She explains why this should be an integral part of healing not just "woo-woo" support.08:13 Eliminating Common Inflammatory Triggers: autoimmune conditions start by eliminating "the big four" inflammatory products; refined sugar, gluten, dairy and often egg products.08:57 The Role of Emotional Trauma: How a "disordered nervous system" and unprocessed emotional stress can feed autoimmune conditions and prevent the body from entering a healing state.10:18 Building "Emotional Capacity": We are not our emotions. Learning to hold space for uncomfortable feelings without creating a "story" or an "identity" around them is a foundational step in recovery.18:31 Developing a Body-Language Dialogue: The importance of listening to your body like a "newborn infant"—with curiosity and tenderness—to move from a place of fear to a place of internal trust.28:56 The "Type A" Stress Identity: Christine used to "thrive on stress" as a high-achieving chef, only to realize later that her high-pressure lifestyle was kept in service of a dysregulated nervous system.Christine's Bio Christine Ruch is a Holistic Transformation Guide who helps people with health conditions reconnect to their body's innate wisdom and healing potential. After spending 20 years healing her own MS naturally through whole food nutrition, nervous system restoration, spiritual practice, plant medicine, deep self-inquiry and many other Eastern and Western modalities, Christine now guides others on their own transformative healing path. Her work bridges science and soul—offering tools to move beyond symptom management and into lasting inner healing. She's here to share insight, hope, and grounded practices for listeners ready to reclaim their health from the inside out.Connect with Christine https://ChristineRuch.comInstagram: @ChristineRuch.MSSubstack: ChristineRuch.substack.comWho am I?Sarah Dawkins is a passionate Holistic Health and Healing Coach, international speaker and author of Heal Yourself. She's also a multi-award-winning entrepreneur and the award-winning host of the uplifting podcast Mind Body Medicine for Self Healers with Sarah Dawkins.With over 20 years' experience as a Registered Nurse, Sarah combines her deep understanding of conventional medicine with her own powerful self-healing journey to create a truly integrative approach. Having overcome multiple chronic health challenges herself, she now supports others in uncovering and addressing the root causes of their symptoms, helping them restore balance, reclaim their energy and create lasting, vibrant wellness.www.sarahdawkins.com#MShealing #multiplesclerosis

Ignoring the fundamental pillars of life keeps you stuck in tunnel vision.Short-term desires. Trade-offs you think don't matter.But cheap dopamine fries your nervous system. And a fried nervous system cannot connect to real intelligence, nor genius.Einstein, Nobel Prize winners, intelligent humans understand the subtle relationships of consciousness. Everyone has the intelligence within—it's just whether you're ignoring the fundamental pillars. My girlfriend taught me to sleep in. Used to wake at 4am trying to be speedy off the bat. Now 6am. I go slow until I have full clarity, until all the pistons and the motor are churning and feeling right. Clarity precedes speed. Temperature before acceleration.The quote on my wall: "I want never gets." The needy kid screaming "I want this, I want that" doesn't get. You have to position yourself to receive, not want. When you see desires, you live in tunnel vision. When you see principles—treat thy neighbor as thyself, children don't listen they emulate—you zoom out. The unspecialness of you is what makes you special.This episode reveals how identity creates narrow focus on desires, why ignoring structures like temperature and speed prevents alignment, and the difference between seeing desires versus seeing principles. Listen if you're ready to stop frying your system.New episodes out every Monday and Thursday at 10 AM Eastern Time Get The Book - https://go.justinegliskis.com/The Greek God Physique Strategy Session - https://calendly.com/egliskiscapital/greek-god-physique-strategy-callJoin 497+ https://signup.justinegliskis.com/Email egliskis@pm.me to get in contact with meDiscover a podcast designed for entrepreneurs and solopreneurs navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, offering insights on stress management, health and wellness, and overcoming imposter syndrome, while emphasizing work-life balance, energy alignment, and inner peace; explore topics like burnout recovery, business automation, scaling a business, business growth strategies, client management, mental resilience, overcoming anxiety, and achieving clearer thinking for sustainable success, using the blade of awareness, solving emotional dysfunction and unveiling the trickster within. Experience transformative solitude for entrepreneurs who seek to overcome loneliness while embracing spiritual isolation as a pathway to energy alignment and emotional clarity; learn to thrive alone and awaken in solitude through purposeful mental reset practices that cultivate an abundance mindset and build emotional resilience rooted in inner peace and deep self-inquiry, enabling mindful business growth through productivity that flows from peace rather than pressure, offering essential burnout recovery and healing alone strategies with specialized alignment coaching focused on deep listening skills that unlock success in silence and develop a resilient entrepreneur mindset capable of sustainable achievement.

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What if one tiny thread could lift your mood, support your skin, and help your nervous system feel more balanced? Most of us are familiar with saffron but have no idea that it has numerous benefits that we can tap into right away!  Hanna Mehrabani, Earth scientist, skincare alchemist, and founder of Seeb Organics, shares why saffron is so much more than a luxury spice. She explains how this ancient ingredient has been prized for generations and what modern science shows about its benefits from emotional wellbeing to skin health.  Hanna explores her entire saffron ritual and dives into how to integrate it into a daily routine so that you can feel calm and steady from morning until night. And the best part? A little goes a long way!   In this episode, you'll learn: How ancient wisdom can be applied to modern living Ways to tap into the healing powers of saffron and rose A simple method to make mood-boosting lattes Why a healthy gut is essential to reap all the benefits of saffron How to use saffron proactively to support your nervous system   This conversation will have you thinking about saffron in a whole new way. It's no longer just a spice but a powerful ingredient to support your mood, skin, and nervous system too.   Resources Mentioned: Dr. Amen Article Learn More about Hanna Mehrabani: Website: Seeb OrganicsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seeborganics/   Learn More about Elise Museles: Get the Food-Mood Bundle Special Podcast Listener Offer Food Story: Rewrite the Way You Eat, Think, and Live Website: elisemuseles.com Instagram: @elisemuseles Facebook: @elisemuseles

Your nervous system craves predictability - but that doesn't mean rigid rules. This episode explores why rhythm and routine matter so much for nervous system regulation, what to do when you rebel against structure, and how to create Supportive Structure that feels like freedom instead of restriction. Even if you think you hate routine, this episode might change your perspective.What You'll Discover:• Why your nervous system needs predictability to feel safe• The difference between rigid rules and Supportive Structure with flexibility• How to work with rebellion against routine instead of forcing yourself through it• Why even unwanted patterns (like binge eating) have their own rhythm - and what that means for changeIf you've ever told yourself "I'm not a routine person" or felt trapped by structure, this episode offers a completely different way to think about rhythm and routine.Resources mentioned in this episode:Previous Episode: Supportive StructurePrevious Episode: What Does the Nervous System Have to Do with Binge Eating?Previous Episode: A Nervous System Approach to Goal SettingSchedule a Breakthrough Call to explore 1:1 coachingWant to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today.

Join Dr. Tara Perry as she interviews Sam Led, an 18-year ADHD coach and bestselling author, who reveals how ADHD brains are actually superpowers in disguise. Sam shares his transformative journey from being misdiagnosed and struggling with labels to discovering that our thoughts aren't reality - they're just data files our brain plays. This candid conversation explores how neurodivergent minds can harness their gifts of empathy, hyperfocus, and nonlinear thinking to create extraordinary success.Work with Dr. Tara PerryTune in every Wednesday for a new episode of Next Level Healing. Subscribe on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!

In this special episode, your Feisty Women's Performance podcast host Dr. Erin Ayala brings together a group of experts on mental health to talk about the science and psychology of stress and collective trauma.Along with being a sports psychologist & therapist in her own right, Erin also lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota — which has been at the center of the news over the last month since it became the target of the largest immigration enforcement action to date in the U.S. Thousands of federal agents have patrolled the streets and detained residents, and, over this past weekend, shot and killed a second bystander — leading to hundreds of thousands of people protesting in Minneapolis and around the country.In this tense environment, how do we show up as athletes, as members of our community, as our best and healthiest selves?Join Dr. Tess Kilwein, Dr. Quincy Guinadi, and Christine Bright as they discuss how these experiences shape mental health and performance, and how you can respond to stress and trauma — whether you're going through it right now with the news or you're dealing with your challenges.Key Takeaways: • What is collective trauma? Learn how collective trauma impacts communities and individuals, and why this understanding is crucial for athletes and coaches.• Recognize that intentional rest in times of stress can be essential for long-term sustainability.• Know that movement and sport can be powerful tools in community healing.• Get tips on how to navigate the complexities of wanting to help without feeling performative or overwhelmed, and how to effectively engage in difficult conversations without shame or guilt.Don't be perfect. Be brave.Guest Introductions: • Dr. Tess Kilwein: A board-certified clinical, health, and sport psychologist with expertise in mental performance and athlete wellness.• Dr. Quincy Guinadi: A postdoctoral resident specializing in identity, mental health, and the experiences of marginalized communities.• Christine Bright: Lead consultant at the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, focusing on trauma-informed coaching and community support.Resources Mentioned:• Center for Healing and Justice through Sport• Nothing Heals like Sport Playbook• "What Happened to You" by Dr. Bruce Perry and Oprah• Beyond Ally by Dr. Maysa Akbar• Find ways to help at standwithminnesota.comRegister for our Webinar: A Coach's Guide to What Female Endurance Athletes Actually Need https://feisty.co/seminar/Sign up to Receive The Feisty 40+ Newsletter: https://feisty.co/newsletters/feisty-40/Keep up to date on all women's sports:https://feisty.co/newsletters/the-feist/Follow us on Instagram:@feisty_womens_performance

Community & Cultural Gaslighting: Protecting the Nervous System in an Age of ChaosWhen communities are flooded with conflicting narratives—each emotionally charged and claiming exclusive truth—the nervous system enters a state of chronic stress. This phenomenon, known as cultural gaslighting, destabilizes our sense of reality by overwhelming the brain's threat-detection systems while suppressing the prefrontal cortex responsible for discernment and reason. The result is widespread anxiety, polarization, and emotional exhaustion—not because people are weak or uninformed, but because prolonged exposure to contradiction and fear dysregulates the brain, vagus nerve, and stress response. What feels like confusion is often a physiological signal that coherence and safety have been disrupted.Protecting the mind and heart in such an environment begins with regulation before reaction. A calm nervous system restores clarity, allowing facts to be separated from emotional manipulation and complexity to replace binary thinking. Grounding in local reality, slowing the breath, limiting exposure, and refusing outrage-driven narratives help preserve both compassion and strength. True resilience is not numbness or anger, but the ability to remain embodied, thoughtful, and humane—anchored in truth without surrendering to chaos.Dr. Fred Clary, founder of Functional Analysis Chiropractic Technique and lifting/life coach/ gym-chalk covered philosopher talks about Community Gaslighting! 

Balanced Ballerinas is a podcast where classical ballet meets modern wellbeing. Hosted by Georgia — ballet teacher, studio owner, and founder of Balanced Ballerinas — this podcast explores ballet not just as a technique, but as a lifelong practice for discipline, creativity, balance, and self-trust. With over a decade of experience teaching classical ballet, Georgia shares thoughtful solo reflections and conversations with dancers, teachers, and creatives who view movement as a tool for personal growth, leadership, and sustainable living. Episodes explore topics such as: Ballet technique and embodied practice Wellbeing, nervous system regulation, and resilience Teaching, learning, and studio leadership Creativity, discipline, and the ballet of becoming Balanced Ballerinas is for adult dancers, teachers, studio owners, and anyone drawn to ballet as a pathway to a more grounded, balanced life. Connect beyond the podcast: Instagram: @thebalancedballerina + @balancedballerinas Substack: https://substack.com/@thebalancedballerina YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBalancedBallerina Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebalancedballerina Thank you for being here — and for being part of this evolving community.

If you've ever felt like you know stress is impacting your health (but don't actually know what to do about it) this episode is for you.In this conversation, I'm joined by somatic practitioner, fitness coach, and functional nutrition specialist Joelle Reyes to unpack what somatics actually is, how stress lives in the body, and why “just managing stress better” often isn't enough.We dive into the nervous system from a physiology-first perspective, explaining why chronic stress keeps so many women stuck in symptoms like bloating, fatigue, anxiety, hormonal disruption, and stalled progress even when nutrition and training look solid on paper.This episode bridges the gap between what you intellectually understand about stress and what your body is actually experiencing, and explains how learning to close the stress loop can make everything feel easier — from digestion and recovery to emotional regulation and training results.In this episode, we cover:What somatics actually is (and what it's not)The difference between top-down (mind-based) and bottom-up (body-based) stress regulationWhy your body doesn't know the difference between work stress and physical dangerWhat it means to “close the stress loop” and why most people never doHow chronic fight-or-flight impacts digestion, hormones, recovery, and metabolismWhy you can't think your way out of nervous system dysregulationHow strength training, rest periods, and awareness can become somatic toolsPractical ways to start reconnecting with your body without doing anything extreme or uncomfortableWhy feeling your emotions isn't the same as being overwhelmed by themConnect with Joelle:Instagram: @joellereyesBeyond the Weights Coaching: @beyondtheweightscoachingPodcast: The Beyond the Weights Podcast

Feel calm on the outside but wrecked inside? In this episode, Diante Fuchs (Clinical Psychologist) breaks down the 3 stuck nervous system states: overdrive, shutdown, and fawn-freeze...plus how to identify yours and stop using the wrong tools. If your body keeps throwing symptoms: tight chest, reflux, headaches, IBS, heart palpitations, exhaustion, but medical tests keep coming back “normal,” it can feel like your body is broken. In this episode, Diante reframes that experience: it's not a broken body, it's a nervous system stuck in a protective state. You'll learn the three primary nervous system “stuck states” many high-functioning people cycle through (often without realising it), what they look like in your body and emotions, and why generic “regulation tips” can backfire when they don't match your actual state. Resources + next steps If you want help identifying your state and responding in a way that actually un-sticks the pattern, Diante covers this inside the EASE Mentorship. EASE Mentorship: www.theunstuckinitiative.com/easementorship  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ease.anxiety  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ease.anxiety  Share this episode Know someone who looks calm and capable on the outside… but their body is quietly screaming? Send them this episode.

Send us a textPreverbal trauma can be hard to name because it often isn't stored as a clear story. In this episode, we explore how early experiences, which occur before language development, can shape the nervous system through implicit memory and felt sense. You'll learn why people can say “nothing happened” and still carry intense body reactions, relationship patterns, or shame responses that feel bigger than the moment. Using simple polyvagal-informed language, we'll look at how early safety is wired through connection, and what helps when the body remembers what the mind cannot. The episode ends with a varied, trauma-neutral grounding practice using senses and gentle movement.In this episode, you'll learnWhat preverbal trauma is (and what it isn't)How early experiences are stored as implicit memory and felt sense rather than narrativeWhy reactions can feel “irrational” when the origin happened before wordsA simple polyvagal lens on early wiring: safety & connection vs mobilised protection vs shutdownCommon adult patterns linked to early nervous system adaptation (non-diagnostic)Practical, gentle starting points: micro-doses of safety, co-regulation, body-first tools, repair over perfectionA varied grounding practice designed to be supportive for preverbal materialGrounding practice (2–3 minutes): “Senses + Support”Notice one point of contact (feet, back, hands)Name two soundsRest your eyes on one neutral colourGentle shoulder roll or press feet into the floorA soft phrase: “In this moment, I'm here” (or “safe enough” if it fits)Check the website for free resources available to both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's next? The Wound in the Bond: Attachment & Relational TraumaSupport the show

Stress is preventing learning, leadership, and healing—and most people don't know why.In this episode of The Mark Divine Show, Dr. Jeannie Iberlin—transformational coach, former school administrator, and author of The Unbelievable Power of Feelings—explains why mindfulness isn't about escaping emotions, but learning how to feel without being overwhelmed.You'll learn:- Why anxiety shuts down learning and decision-making- The difference between “thinking about feelings” vs actually feeling them- How short, consistent mindfulness practices rewire the nervous system- Why meditation doesn't require bliss, silence, or perfection- How teachers, leaders, parents, and children can regulate emotions daily - The overlooked connection between trauma, stress, and emotional suppression- What “waking up” and “waking down” really means for personal growthThis conversation is practical, grounded, and deeply human—offering tools you can use immediately, whether you're leading a classroom, a team, or your own inner work.

Content note: This episode discusses trauma, parenting stress, and nervous system overwhelm. There are no graphic details, but please take care while listening.Parenting a child with a vulnerable nervous system can stir up your own trauma in ways that feel surprising, intense, and deeply unsettling. In this episode, we slow everything down and make sense of why this kind of parenting can feel so much harder when you have your own trauma history.In this episode, you'll learn:Why parenting a dysregulated child uniquely activates trauma for caregiversHow attachment, memory networks, and a narrowed window of tolerance collide in everyday parenting momentsWhy understanding your nervous system is just as important as understanding your child'sResources mentioned in this podcast:Resources included in the blog summary go hereRead the full transcript at: RobynGobbel.com/whenparentingtriggersyourtraumaRegister for the F R E E Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior webinar on February 3. Choose from 10am eastern, 8pm eastern, or just watch the recording.Register Here ---> RobynGobbel.com/webinar I would love to have you join me this March in Durango, CO for a 3-day, retreat style workshop: Presence in Practice: An experiential workshop into the neurobiology of how change happens.All details and registration ------> https://RobynGobbel.com/DurangoRegister by January 31 for $25 off! :::Grab a copy of USA Today Best Selling book Raising Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors robyngobbel.com/bookJoin us in The Club for more support! robyngobbel.com/TheClubSign up on the waiting list for the 2027 Cohorts of the Baffling Behavior Training Institute's Immersion Program for Professionals robyngobbel.com/ImmersionFollow Me On:FacebookInstagram Over on my website you can find:Webinar and eBook on Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior (FREE)eBook on The Brilliance of Attachment (FREE)LOTS & LOTS of FREE ResourcesOngoing support, connection, and co-regulation for struggling parents: The ClubYear-Long Immersive & Holistic Training Program for Parenting Professionals: The Baffling Behavior Training Institute's (BBTI) Professional Immersion Program (formerly Being With)

Have you ever felt like you're doing all the things… and it still doesn't feel like enough? In this warm, honest episode, Allie interviews author, speaker, and neuroscience coach Robyn Graham, who gets real about perfectionism—where it comes from, why it shows up so strongly for so many girls and women, and how it quietly messes with our mental health, relationships, and even our faith. If you've ever struggled with the pressure to "keep it together," look a certain way, or perform your way into being worthy… you're not alone. Together, they unpack the roots of perfectionism (hello, culture and social media), what's actually happening in your brain and nervous system when you're stuck in overdrive, and why calming your body is a huge part of healing your mind. You'll also walk away with practical tools—like small mindset shifts and simple language changes—that can help you step out of the exhausting cycle of striving. This conversation is full of grace, truth, and deep exhale energy—a reminder that you don't have to earn rest, love, or wholeness. You're allowed to be human… and still be held. Subscribe to never miss and epiosde and share this with friends! If you love it, leave a review!  Show Notes Connect with Us Free guide: "5 Keys to Walking In Your Worth." wonderfullymade.org Allie's Books Social Media Reset: A 30-Day Guided Journey to Unplug, Reconnect with God, and Reclaim Your JoyWonderfully Made: Discover the Identity, Love, and Worth You Were Created For Social Media @wonderfullymade_org @alliemariesmithTikTok Resources Life Coaching for Teen GirlsSocial Media Reset CourseWonderfully Made Young Women's Course Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Perfectionism 02:11 Understanding Perfectionism and Its Impact 02:44 NEWCHAPTER 03:27 Robin's Personal Journey with Perfectionism 06:06 Cultural Influences on Perfectionism 10:50 The Control-Perfectionism-Anxiety Connection 13:05 Pursuing Excellence vs. Striving for Perfection 18:12 Practical Mindset and Language Shifts 24:29 Neuroscience of Perfectionism 28:44 Regulating the Nervous System 33:18 Final Encouragement and Hope  

Gwyneth Paltrow… true or false: she blew her nose into Eddie Stern's pocket square while he was officiating her wedding?True.

Your relationship with food is deeply connected to how safe your body feels. In this episode, we dive into the nervous system, recovery, and what happens when your body is stuck in survival mode. If you struggle with cravings, emotional eating, or feeling out of control around food, this conversation will open your eyes to a missing piece of the puzzle.Grab your copy of my FREE 9 page Beginner's Guide to Food Sobriety https://www.foodfreedomwithmary.com/foodsobrietyguideFood Freedom Online Course: https://www.foodfreedomwithmary.com/foodfreedomcourseFood Sobriety Mini Course -https://www.foodfreedomwithmary.com/foodsobrietymcWant to learn more about me and my coaching programs? Do you need private coaching and intensive daily contact with a coach? Fill out my application so we can chat about whether or not my program is for you and which option is best for you. Payment plans available. Don't see a payment option that works for your pay schedule? Let's chat about a custom pay plan.www.foodfreedomwithmary.com/chooseyourpath Join my online community The Food Freedom Tribe! An online community of support, eduction, inspiration, accountability….. Learn more here: https://www.foodfreedomwithmary.com/tribemembership Application: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1upnWHYK0RXfmyRTqlsF_R06z3NA8LZYHIMWFykq7-X4/viewformInstagram: www.instagram.com/coachmaryroberts Facebook: www.Facebook.com/ketomary71 Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/4915319108493196/?ref=share_group_linkWebsite: www.foodfreedomwithmary.com Join the email list.Email: mary@foodfreedomwithmary.com

If your mornings feel rushed, anxious, or mentally loud, this episode will help you slow down and realign—starting with your breath.In this episode, we explore biblical breathwork and how intentional breathing with God can calm your nervous system, quiet mental chatter, and help you start your day from peace instead of pressure. You'll learn why breath is spiritual, how God designed your body to respond to rest, and how breathing can become a sacred on-ramp into prayer and presence.This is not new-age or trendy—it's ancient, biblical, and deeply restorative.In this episode, you'll learn:Why breath is the foundation of a faith-filled morning routineHow breathwork helps regulate anxiety and overwhelmWhat Scripture says about breath, life, and God's presenceA simple breathing practice you can use every morningLove the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Join the Free To Dream Movement today:https://thejuliagentry.comInstagramFacebookYouTube

This episode is brought to you by LMNT, Audible and Strong Coffee Company. You've probably heard of the trauma responses fight, flight, and freeze — but there's a fourth response that may be shaping your life without you even realizing it: fawning. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ingrid Clayton, PhD a clinical psychologist, trauma therapist, and author of Fawning, to understand why people-pleasing, over-accommodating, and self-abandonment are not personality flaws — they're intelligent survival responses your nervous system learned to keep you safe. You'll learn how fawning develops when fight, flight, or freeze aren't available — especially in childhood, unequal power dynamics, toxic relationships, and work environments where your safety or stability feels at risk. You'll also discover how living in a chronic fawn response can quietly disconnect you from your needs, your voice, your body, and your sense of self. This conversation helps you recognize why "just setting boundaries" often feels impossible, why you may disappear in relationships, and why choosing yourself can feel terrifying even when you know something needs to change. Most importantly, you'll hear why none of this means something is wrong with you — you make sense. If you've been stuck in survival mode, waiting for permission, approval, or safety outside yourself, this episode will help you understand what's been happening beneath the surface — and how you can begin moving forward by reconnecting with who you truly are. Follow Ingrid @ingridclaytonphd Follow Chase @chase_chewning ----- 00:00 – Introducing the "Fourth F": What Is Fawning? 02:16 – Why Fawning Is Not a Conscious Choice 03:40 – Power, Safety, and Why Fight or Flight Aren't Always Options 07:43 – Living in Chronic Survival Mode 09:27 – When Fawning Becomes Your "Personality" 12:09 – Empaths, Hypervigilance, and Nervous System Trauma 13:40 – Apologizing to People Who Hurt You 16:22 – Befriending Bullies as De-Escalation 20:29 – Gender, Power, and Why Context Matters 24:03 – Ignoring a Partner's Bad Behavior 26:43 – Toxic Hope vs Reality 28:27 – Presence as a Path Out of Fawning 31:24 – Reality as a Regulating Force 35:02 – Fawning in the Workplace & Overgiving 37:26 – Choosing Yourself for the First Time 40:29 – Becoming Who You Already Are 43:56 – Why "Just Set Boundaries" Fails Trauma Survivors 48:02 – Listening to Yourself as the Path Forward 51:12 – Writing Fawning & Seeing the Bigger System 55:06 – Somatic Tools to Regulate the Nervous System 01:02:27 – Health Costs of Chronic Fawning 01:04:03 – Self-Abandonment Explained 01:06:19 – What "Ever Forward" Means Through Trauma Healing ----- Episode resources: FREE electrolyte sample pack with any purchase at https://www.DrinkLMNT.com/everforward FREE 30-day trial of my favorite audiobook app at https://www.AudibleTrial.com/everforward 15% off organic lattes and coffee with code CHASE at https://www.StrongCoffeeCompany.com Watch and subscribe on YouTube Get Dr. Clayton's book "Fawning: Why the Need to Please Makes Us Lose Ourselves and How to Find Our Way Back"

If life feels harder in your body since your person died, if you notice yourself feeling grumpy, exhausted, numb, or overwhelmed in ways that don't always make sense, you're not imagining it. When your person dies, your nervous system loses something foundational that you may not have even realized you had. Suddenly, things that used to feel easy feel hard, everything feels out of whack, and we don't feel at home in our bodies the way we're used to. Join me this week as I help you understand what's happening inside your nervous system after loss, how to recognize different nervous system states when they show up, and how to support yourself in ways that actually help. Get full show notes, transcript, and more information here: https://www.coachingwithkrista.com/348 Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachkrista/Mentioned in this episode:Join Grief Essentials!Designed especially for widows, Grief Essentials offers the perfect combination of powerful tools and support, along with accurate information about grief, so widowhood gets easier. Click here to find out more: https://the-widowed-mom-podcast.captivate.fm/griefessentialsJoin Grief Essentials!

In this high-performance episode, I'm joined by Dr. Sean Drake, a man who's treated athletes from the NFL, MLB, PGA, and Team USA, to talk about what really drives recovery and performance. Sean shares the game-changing insight that it's not just about muscles and bones; it's about nervous system adaptability and learning how to regulate the body under stress.We unpack the foundations of elite recovery: hydration, light exposure, temperature, mindset, and spiritual connection. We also dive into Sean's nonprofit work, his definition of movement as medicine, and how to translate Olympic-level recovery to everyday life. Whether you're an athlete, a biohacker, or someone just trying to feel better in your body, this episode is packed with tools and truth.Connect With SeanLearn more about Dr. Sean: https://moderneathlete.com/Follow Sean on Instagram: @drseandrake Episode Highlights[00:00] – Meet Dr. Sean Drake: NFL, Olympics, and the Rx Movement[02:10] – The #1 lesson from elite athletes: nervous system resilience over raw strength[04:00] – Movement as medicine: how we lost it, and how to bring it back[06:15] – Hydration, light, and temperature: recovery 101[08:45] – When recovery goes wrong: chasing intensity over adaptability[10:30] – What makes a practitioner elite: empathy, energy, and true listening[13:12] – Tools vs. protocols: why recovery has to be personal[15:55] – What we can all learn from Olympic training cycles[18:05] – From body to spirit: the recovery connection we don't talk about enough[20:42] – The Rx Movement: Sean's mission to make healing more human[24:10] – Creating safety in the body: a new goal for performance[26:28] – How to connect with Dr. Sean Drake and explore his work Links & ResourcesThe Biological Blueprint Program: https://www.beautifullybroken.world/Beam Minerals: http://beamminerals.com/beautifullybroken— Code: BEAUTIFULLYBROKENSilver Biotics: bit.ly/3JnxyDD— 30% off with Code: BEAUTIFULLYBROKENLightPathLED: https://lightpathled.pxf.io/c/3438432/2059835/25794— Code: beautifullybrokenCathcBio https://www.catchbio.com/beautifullybroken— Code: beautifullybroken  CONNECT WITH FREDDIEWork with Me: https://www.beautifullybroken.world/biological-blueprintWebsite and Store: (http://www.beautifullybroken.world) Instagram: (https://www.instagram.com/beautifullybroken.world/) YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@freddiekimmel Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr. Stacey Clardy talks with Dr. John Ney about the prevalence, disability burden, and societal impact of neurologic disorders in the U.S.  Read the related article in JAMA.  Disclosures can be found at Neurology.org. 

Ever notice how nature calms you, music shifts your mood and soft textures make you feel amazing?Sensory processing plays a role in how autistic adults experience the world—yet it's often misunderstood. In this episode, Donna Redman and occupational therapist Cindy Duffy unpack what sensory processing really is, how it affects emotional regulation and behavior, and why so many autistic adults spend years masking sensory discomfort.We talk about:What sensory processing is and how it works in the nervous systemHow sensory differences show up in autistic adultsMasking sensory discomfort and the emotional cost of “looking fine”The connection between sensory overload and anxiety, agitation, and burnoutHow environment, nature, and art support sensory well-beingWhy awareness alone can dramatically reduce stress and self-blameThe Secret Genius of Sensory Processing website The Secret Genius of Sensory Processing Quick Start Guide  Learn more about Sunsama!Support the showSunsama free trial: https://try.sunsama.com/xi4blkokndgk RATED IN THE TOP 0.5% GLOBALLY with more than 1,000,000 downloads! If you are an autistic person who has written a book about autism or if you have a guest suggestion email me at info@theautisticwoman.com. InstagramKo-fi, PayPal, PatreonLinktreeEmail: info@theautisticwoman.comWebsite

In this powerful episode, Detective Ev sits down with Christine Ruch, a Holistic Transformation Guide who helps people with unresolved health conditions reconnect to their body's innate wisdom and healing potential. Christine shares her unique process of nervous system restoration, a holistic approach that restores harmony within the nervous system to align the body, mind, and spirit. This alignment activates our inherent healing codes and creates the conditions for deep, authentic healing from within—far beyond symptom management. After spending over 20 years healing her own Multiple Sclerosis and chronic health conditions naturally, Christine now guides others through a transformative blend of whole food nutrition, nervous system regulation, and both Eastern and Western healing modalities. Her work bridges science and soul, offering grounded practices and empowering insights for anyone ready to reclaim their health from the inside out.   Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Click here. Subscribe if you'd like to catch all new episodes live and participate with our guests directly.   Want to learn more about becoming an FDN? Go to fdntraining.com/resources to get our best free workshops and mini-courses! Where to find Christine Ruch: Website: christineruch.com Instagram: @christineruch.ms  

In this episode of The Hypnobirthing Podcast, I explore the powerful connection between fear, conditioning, and the nervous system in birth.I share how fear can affect labour hormones and physiology, why so many of us are unconsciously conditioned to fear birth, and how the stories we hear can shape how birth feels and unfolds. I also talk about simple, practical mindset shifts you can start using now to support your nervous system and feel calmer and more confident as you prepare for birth.This episode is especially supportive if you're feeling anxious about birth, have been affected by negative stories, or want to better understand how to work with your body rather than against it.In this episode, I cover:How the nervous system influences labour and birthThe fear–tension–pain cycleWhy fear around birth is learned, not innateThe impact of birth stories and conditioningSimple tools to create safety and calm before and during labourAccess the Family Sustainability Hub here

Why does money bring up so much fear, stress, or overwhelm, even when we're doing “all the right things”? In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Journey to Becoming Podcast, I'm joined by Brigid Tebaldi, a Nervous System + Identity Coach, to explore the deeper connection between your nervous system and your money story. So often, budgeting, saving, or managing finances triggers anxiety, fear, shame, or avoidance. Instead of just addressing the behavior and trying to force better habits, Brigid invites us to slow down and get curious about what's happening beneath the surface. We talk about how your relationship with money may be rooted in early childhood experiences, learned patterns, and moments where your body learned whether money felt safe or threatening. When we begin to understand these connections, true healing  and real financial freedom becomes possible.

207 If you've ever walked away from a conversation with your partner feeling more overwhelmed, more disconnected, or more upset than when you started — this episode is for you.In this conversation, we explore why so many well-intentioned attempts to “talk things through” actually escalate conflict instead of resolving it — especially for highly sensitive people.You'll learn what's really happening in your nervous system during moments of emotional intensity, why communication breaks down when safety drops, and the difference between processing an emotion and unintentionally ruminating in it.We'll also talk about:Why your “survival brain” hijacks conversations when you're floodedHow trying to communicate while dysregulated can create a fight–fight loopWhy timing matters more than technique when it comes to hard conversationsWhat it means to regulate first — and communicate second.This episode isn't about blaming yourself or your partner. It's about understanding the physiology underneath communication struggles — so you can stop trying to solve emotional problems at the wrong level.If you're a sensitive person who wants calmer, more honest, more connecting communication — without forcing or over-explaining — this episode will help you see your patterns with more compassion and clarity.SHOW NOTES:Learn all about and join Hannah in Foundations of Emotional Well-Being For HSPs; The Root Of a Safer Marriage and Heart here. Doors close Feb 4th, 2026. After that, price goes up forever. Find Hannah at her website: hspmarriagecoaching.com

Have you ever been triggered in a relationship and thought, “Why am I reacting like this?”In this episode, I'm joined by Vienna Pharaon, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to explain how your past shapes your nervous system, and why that's what's really running your relationship patterns.We break down the “family blueprint,” why you're drawn to what's familiar, and how to move from survival mode into choice, so you can respond differently when you're activated instead of repeating the same cycle.This episode will help you change your life by changing your relationship with your past.Vienna Pharaon is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in New York.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(00:31) The Impact of Family on Future Relationships(02:24) The Role of Awareness and Practice in Healing(04:23) The Importance of Consistency in Personal Growth(06:46) Navigating Familial and Romantic Relationships(09:27) The Subtle Triggers of the Nervous System(11:15) The Challenge of Isolation and Healing(15:25) Choosing Different Patterns in Relationships(20:33) Addressing Origin Wounds for True Healing(24:23) Personal Story: Overcoming Past Patterns(26:35) The Power of Setting Boundaries(27:48) Surviving the Emotional Aftermath(29:11) The Importance of Community Support(30:04) The Reality of Personal Change(34:14) Immersion Therapy and Personal Growth(41:00) Navigating Relationships and Self-Protection(45:12) About the Book and Final ThoughtsGet the FREE Move Your Mind Masterclass here:go.nickbracks.com/moveyourmindAccess FREE Move Your Mind training here:https://go.moveyourmind.io/trainingConnect with Nick:Instagram: https://instagram.com/nickbracksWebsite: http://nickbracks.comEmail: contact@nickbracks.comConnect with Vienna:Quiz: https://viennapharaon.com/origin-wound-quiz/ The Origin Healing Method: https://courses.viennapharaon.com/the-origin-healing-method Website: https://www.instagram.com/mindfulmft/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Have you ever felt shaken after watching the news, cried during a movie you knew wasn't real, or felt your body soften simply by looking at trees or water? In this episode, we explore the science and wisdom behind why the nervous system responds to what we witness, whether it be through screens, sound, story, or nature itself. You'll learn how the brain simulates experience, why mirror neurons drive empathy and emotional replication, and how the autonomic nervous system reacts to perceived safety or threat, even when nothing is happening directly to you. We also take a grounded look at how repeated exposure to distressing media has impacted collective nervous systems, including how continual replay of 9/11 footage affected individuals who were not physically present. This episode gently reframes sensitivity as biological intelligence and offers nature-based ways to restore balance in a modern world filled with overstimulation. If this episode resonated, learn more about the 28-Day Nervous System Reset, a gentle, nature-rooted experience designed to help your body come back into rhythm through women's circles, group coaching, and community support. Register for free here: www.heatherwebsterwellness.com

Send us a textIn this episode of Nourish Nervous System, I explore the vagus nerve — what it actually is, why it plays such a vital role in healing and resilience, and how Ayurveda has been supporting vagal regulation for thousands of years.We hear a lot about the vagus nerve in modern wellness spaces, but often without context or clarity. I share a simple, grounded explanation of the vagus nerve and why gentle, nourishing practices work better than force when it comes to nervous system regulation.I also connect modern neuroscience with ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, including:The role of Vata dosha and the nervous systemHow marma points relate to parasympathetic regulationWhy oil, touch, breath, and rhythm are so deeply calmingThe Ayurvedic concept of Ojas as resilience and vitalityTo close, I guide you through a short, accessible ACE marma practice you can do anywhere to help calm the mind, soothe the nervous system, and support vagal tone.This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out, or curious about holistic approaches to nervous system health.In This Episode, We Explore:What the vagus nerve is and how it functionsWhy the vagus nerve is essential for emotional regulation, digestion, and stress resilienceThe connection between Ayurveda and the nervous systemHow marma therapy supports parasympathetic balanceWhy gentleness is key for healing the nervous systemA guided ACE marma practice for calming the mindResources & LinksFree Masterclass:  The Alchemy of the Perimenopause PortalAyurvedic Dosha Quick Reference GuideIn Person RetreatsRhythm & Ritual Info Page and WaitlistThis podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical or mental health care.Resources:Free Masterclass: The Alchemy of the Perimenopause Portal Ayurvedic Dosha Quick Reference Guide Abhyanga Self Massage Guide Weekend Nervous System Reset Nourished For Resilience Workbook Find me at www.nourishednervoussystem.comand @nourishednervoussytem on Instagram

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 Join our Sea Sister paid membership on Substack to watch the exclusive video interview! Thanks for being part of this community and supporting our independent storytelling platform. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Kiri Walden, Surfer, Nervous System Expert, and Doctor of Chiropractic about her journey with surfing, life, self discovery, the nervous system, and helping others through it all. Check out her instagram: drkiri__Support the show

Send us a text“Small t” and “big T” are common trauma terms meant to validate, but they can also trigger comparison, minimisation, or shame. In this episode, you'll learn what these labels usually mean, why they sometimes backfire, and how to replace ranking with a more compassionate, nervous-system-based framework. You'll also get a simple reframe list (cumulative, relational, chronic vs single-incident, acute) and a short grounding practice to help your system step out of comparison and back into the present.In this episode, you'll learnWhat people typically mean by big T and small t traumaWhy the “missing middle” matters (quiet, chronic, relational stress that still shapes the nervous system)How comparison keeps people stuck: “It wasn't bad enough” vs “I'm permanently damaged”A clearer alternative to ranking: impact + support + recoveryPolyvagal-informed understanding of why the nervous system doesn't rank events “on paper”A short, safe-for-most grounding practice focused on validation and present-moment safetyGentle remindersTrauma isn't a competition, and you don't need to justify your pain to deserve support.If you feel activated or numb while listening, that's a nervous system response; pause anytime.Check the website for free resources available to both those affected by trauma and those supporting them.What's nextNext episode: Before Words: Understanding Preverbal Trauma We'll explore how the body can carry trauma from experiences that happened before you had language and how to work with it gently.Support the show

Self-care podcast exploring Creating a Mid-Winter Reset, Stress & The Nervous System & Optimal Sleep and Boosting Your Immune Health with Dr. Erin Stokes, ND. TOPICS:: ** Creating a Mid-Winter Reset (09:16). ** Stress & The Nervous System (11:13). ** Optimal Sleep and Boosting Your Immune Health (32:03).   NOTES:: Show notes: amberapproved.ca/podcast/636 Leave me a review at amberapproved.ca/review Email me at info@amberapproved.ca   Subscribe to newsletter: https://amber-romaniuk.mykajabi.com/newsletter-sign-up    SHOW LINKS: Click below to schedule a 30 minute Complimentary Body Freedom Consultation https://amberapproved.ca/body-freedom-consultation/  Take my free Emotional Eating Quiz here: http://amberapproved.ca/emotional-eating-quiz Listen to Episode 291 about what it's like to work with me here: http://amberapproved.ca/podcast/291/ Follow me on Instagram www.instagram.com/amberromaniuk Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@amberromaniuk/  ABOUT MY GUEST: As a Naturopathic Doctor who has been on the forefront of innovative education for over 20 years, Dr. Erin Stokes is passionate about people transforming their lives through the healing power of plants. Erin received her Naturopathic Doctor degree from Bastyr University in 2001, and remains true to the primary principles of naturopathic medicine – the healing power of nature, treating the whole person, and doctor as teacher. Dr. Erin Stokes realized her passion and skill for education early in her career.  Shortly after launching her naturopathic practice in Boulder, Colorado, she became an instructor at Southwest Acupuncture College.  She also worked as a Lead Practitioner at Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy providing one-on-one integrative health consultations. Through her different roles as Director of Education and Medical Director over the last 13 years, Dr. Erin has emerged as a media spokesperson, with a unique ability to translate technical knowledge, combined with an engaging personal style. As Medical Director at WishGarden,  Dr. Erin Stokes is energized about finding new and effective ways to help share the power of herbalism to improve people's lives and is a frequent podcast and TV guest. Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinstokesnd/   WishGarden Herbs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wishgardenherbs/  MY PARTNERS: Stress, poor sleep, and getting run down don't happen in isolation — they're signals from the body asking for support. That's why I love working with herbal allies that support the nervous system, immune system, and sleep naturally, instead of forcing or overriding the body. These three legendary blends from WishGarden Herbs are ones I personally trust and come back to again and again: Deep Stress Daily Calm is my go-to when life feels relentless. Chronic stress impacts hormones, immunity, energy, and mood — not just mentally, but physically. This blend features ashwagandha and nourishing nervine herbs that help calm the stress response both in the moment and over time. It supports healthier cortisol patterns, steadier energy, improved sleep quality, and a more balanced mood — helping the body shift out of constant high gear and back into regulation. When stress shows up as a racing mind at night, Sleepy Nights & Fresh Mornings is such a gentle yet powerful support. I love that it's formulated without melatonin, valerian, or kava, so it supports natural sleep rhythms without dependency or morning grogginess. Whether taken before bed or during unwanted night wakings, it helps calm the mind so the body can settle into deeper, more restorative sleep. And when you start to feel that familiar "something's coming on" feeling, Kick-Ass Immune Activator is what I reach for. This fast-acting blend supports immune and respiratory health right when the body needs it most — helping you respond early instead of waiting until you're already depleted. Because supporting your immune system proactively makes a massive difference. What I love most about WishGarden Herbs is that their formulas are USDA Certified Organic, non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, and crafted to work with the body's innate intelligence. These aren't quick fixes — they're true herbal allies. Discover the natural power of WishGarden Herbs' legendary blends and save 20% on your order with code NOSUGARCOATING. Shop all herbs at www.wishgardenherbs.com  Contact Form For Canada Orders: https://www.wishgardenherbs.com/pages/contact-us Email for Canada Orders: orders@wishgardenherbs.com Blog with all WishGarden Herbs Episodes: https://amberapproved.ca/blog/wishgarden-herbs

Why do so many people struggle with fatigue, stubborn weight gain, hormone issues, and burnout — even when they're eating “clean” and training hard? In this episode, we break down the real reason your body isn't healing and why most health advice fails to address the root cause.Joined by Lindsay Perry, this conversation dives deep into a systems-based approach to health, exploring how the gut, liver, hormones, nervous system, sleep, and stress all work together to control energy, metabolism, and long-term results.Rather than focusing on symptoms, trends, or extreme diets, this episode explains what's happening under the hood — from ATP production and mitochondrial function to cortisol regulation, nervous system balance, and metabolic flexibility. You'll learn why pushing harder often backfires and how chronic stress quietly sabotages recovery, fat loss, and hormone health.We cover:Why gut and liver health are foundational for hormones and energyHow stress and nervous system dysregulation block healing and fat lossThe role of sleep and circadian rhythm in metabolism and recoveryWhy detoxification and elimination are biological processes — not fadsHow to fuel properly based on stress, activity, and current health stateLindsay Perry brings real-world coaching insight throughout the episode, helping connect science with practical application for people who feel stuck despite doing “everything right.”If you're tired of surface-level health advice and want a clear, root-cause explanation of how the body actually heals, this episode will change how you think about health, fitness, and recovery.00:00 – Introduction & Why Most People Aren't Healing00:41 – The “March Method” & Root-Cause Health Explained01:02 – ATP, Mitochondria & Cellular Energy Basics01:19 – Hormones, Cycles & Why Balance Matters02:44 – Detox, Elimination & Why the Body Gets Stuck04:14 – Cold Exposure, Stress Adaptation & Recovery05:50 – Stress Load, Burnout & Early Cortisol Discussion07:55 – Fueling the Body: Fat vs Carbs Explained10:57 – Sleep, Circadian Rhythm & Metabolic Health12:12 – Gut Health: The Foundation of Healing15:48 – Liver Function, Detox Pathways & Hormones18:35 – Inflammation, Energy Deficits & Fatigue21:30 – Nervous System Regulation & Chronic Stress24:35 – Cortisol, Survival Mode & Weight Loss Resistance28:10 – Why Pushing Harder Makes Things Worse32:24 – Metabolic Flexibility & Long-Term Healing34:27 – Nervous System Reset & Final Takeaways35:57 – Closing ThoughtsDisclaimer:The information discussed in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. This content is not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or guidance. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, lifestyle, supplements, or health practices.

Blood work is trending — but most people are reading it wrong.“Normal” labs don't mean optimal, and context is what everyone is missing.In this episode, we break down why blood work has become a trend instead of a tool, how people are misinterpreting their labs, and why “normal” results often create false confidence instead of real clarity. Everyone wants answers from a single panel, but very few understand how to read blood markers in context.Joined by Lindsay Perry, the conversation dives into what blood work can and cannot tell you, why markers like insulin, glucose, and A1C must be viewed together, and why relying on isolated numbers leads to poor decisions. We also discuss the limitations of cortisol testing, why blood work alone doesn't capture nervous system stress, and where additional tools like genetics and functional testing actually fit.This episode isn't anti–blood work — it's anti-misuse.You'll hear a grounded, coaching-driven perspective on:Why blood work became popular — and how it's being misunderstoodThe danger of reading labs without lifestyle, behavior, and symptom contextInsulin as a missing piece in most standard blood panelsWhy cortisol is difficult to assess accurately through blood work aloneHow genetics, gut health, and deeper testing inform smarter decisionsWhy data without interpretation creates confusion, not solutionsLindsay Perry brings real-world coaching insight into how health data should guide action, not anxiety, and why context matters more than any single number on a report.If you've ever been told your labs are “normal” but still don't feel right — this conversation explains why.00:00 – Why Blood Work Is Trending Right NowBlood work has become the latest health trend and why everyone wants answers from labs.01:18 – Everyone Wants to Be a Blood Work ExpertHow access to data without education creates confusion and false authority.03:05 – Why “Normal” Blood Work Can Be MisleadingUnderstanding reference ranges vs optimal health and why people feel stuck.05:12 – The Missing Marker: InsulinWhy insulin is often ignored, how it connects to glucose and A1C, and why it matters.08:04 – Looking at Markers Together, Not in IsolationWhy single lab values don't tell the full story.10:36 – Cortisol and the Limits of Blood TestingWhy cortisol is difficult to assess through blood work alone.13:02 – Stress, the Nervous System, and What Labs MissWhy lifestyle and nervous system regulation don't show up clearly on labs.15:48 – Genetics as a Coaching ToolHow genetic testing is used to guide smarter decisions, not labels.18:22 – Detox, Methylation, and Mitochondrial Pathways ExplainedBreaking down common genetic categories and what they influence.21:10 – Gut Health, Sensitivities, and Deeper TestingWhen blood work isn't enough and additional testing becomes relevant.24:05 – Why Context Matters More Than Any NumberHow symptoms, behavior, and lifestyle complete the picture.26:42 – Coaching vs Data ObsessionWhy data should guide action, not anxiety.29:30 – Using Blood Work the Right WayHow to treat labs as a tool, not a diagnosis.32:10 – Final Thoughts: Blood Work Isn't the EnemyWhy blood work is valuable when used correctly and responsibly.⚠️ DisclaimerThis content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or replace medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your health and lab results.