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In this episode, I'm sitting down with my friend Jamie Sea, entrepreneur, mentor, and host of The Jamie Sea Show, for a powerful conversation about redefining success, healing your nervous system, and learning how to build a life that actually feels good. Jamie shares her journey from hustle-driven entrepreneurship to creating massive success from a place of inner safety, joy, and alignment. We dive into how your nervous system impacts everything, from business and leadership to your ability to receive love, support, and abundance, and why regulating your internal world is one of the most important shifts you can make.Inside This EpisodeHow your nervous system state directly impacts your success, relationships, and ability to receive more in lifeThe hidden reason many high achievers feel burned out, even when they “have it all”Why learning curiosity and compassion with yourself is the key to real healing and sustainable growthJamie also shares insights on human design, trusting your inner voice, and giving yourself permission to follow what truly lights you up instead of living by everyone else's rules.Connect with Jamie SeaWebsite: https://thejamiesea.com/#heroWorkshop: https://thejamiesea.com/seated-workshop-joinPodcast: The Jamie Sea ShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jamieseaofficial/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jamieseaofficialReady to go deeper?If you're ready to do the deep work and create the love life you truly deserve, join our Private 1:1 Coaching Program designed to help you move from insecure attachment patterns into secure, healthy, and aligned relationships.Spots are extremely limited.
Today on Can't Be Contained, I'm flying solo on the mic and diving deep into one of the most overlooked forces in the business world—your visibility tolerance. If you've ever felt torn between wanting to be seen and fearing the spotlight, this episode was made for you! I unpack how your nervous system's capacity to handle attention, exposure, and even praise has more to do with your income ceiling than any strategy ever will. From why your body resists being seen, to the sneaky ways your nervous system tries to keep you safe—from perfectionism to inconsistent posting—I'm pulling back the curtain on what's really holding back your leadership and impact. I share stories (including a real behind-the-scenes Shark Tank blow-up!) and practical tips for metabolizing success and building your nervous system regulation. We don't just talk mindset here—visibility is a somatic experience and I guide you through an immersive exercise to expand your capacity to be seen and to serve. We'll cover: ➤ Why visibility isn't just about ego—it's true service ➤ How hiding is expensive and regulating your nervous system expands revenue ➤ The biological roots of why being different once meant danger, and how to rewrite your story ➤ Reframes and mantras for stepping confidently into your next level ➤ My own cringey Facebook Live story (and why exposure therapy is sometimes exactly what you need) Whether you're launching, scaling, or just dreaming bigger—discover how regulating your nervous system is the key to sustained impact, income, and leadership. I've included my 8-minute nervous system reset, so you can start practicing today. Download the reset here: https://do.pausebreathwork.com/8m-nervous-system-reset Let's get you out from hiding and boldly into your main character energy—because your gifts literally can't be contained. Learn How to Grow Your Income, Impact and Freedom by Becoming a Certified Breathwork Facilitator: https://do.pausebreathwork.com/breathwork-training The Pause Breathwork App is the #1 app to clear stress using your breath. Download the app here: https://pause.live/Pause-Breathwork-App About Can't Be Contained Can't Be Contained' is the unscripted, unedited – fully uncontained journal entries & real-life experiences of those who follow their bliss & intuitive hits, the freedom seekers, the sacred rebels – the ones who are here to disrupt what preceded us & create what is ahead of us. Subscribe now to stay tuned for every episode! For full show notes, resources, and links: https://www.samanthaskelly.com/episode-371-why-fear-of-being-seen-limits-your-income-nervous-system-visibility/
In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof are joined in person by Dr. Lovey Bradley, NSI certified practitioner, BrainBased facilitator, and facilitator of the NSI BIPOC Affinity Group. Together they examine how racial stress and systemic oppression live in the body, how they shape nervous system patterns across generations, and what post-traumatic growth actually requires when the environment itself keeps activating survival. Dr. Lovey opens by sharing what brought her to this conversation, including a moment of messaging Elisabeth out of frustration, asking why race still has to be such a defining factor, and what it would take to start breaking those walls down. The answer they keep returning to: it starts with having the conversations. From there the episode moves into the physiology of racial stress, how chronic exposure to discrimination activates the HPA axis, elevates cortisol, suppresses progesterone, and drives the specific health disparities that show up disproportionately in melanated bodies, including fibroids, endometriosis, heart disease, hypertension, and chronic pain. Dr. Lovey names what she sees in the women she works with and connects those physical realities directly to suppressed expression, ancestral stress load, and the specific demands placed on bodies that have never had the systemic safety to soften. Elisabeth grounds the conversation in current research including the work of Resmaa Menakem on embodied racial trauma and Tema Okun's writing on white supremacy culture, which she connects directly to nervous system dysregulation rather than personality or ideology. The episode also traces how cultural conditioning normalizes threat-based behaviors like urgency, perfectionism, and emotional repression as efficiency or success, and what that means for everyone living inside those systems. Dr. Lovey also shares the story of how she accidentally created a healing community for melanated women after a single post went viral in a Facebook group, and what the response revealed about the collective hunger for real, unperformed connection. Topics Covered How racism functions as a chronic threat signal that reshapes the nervous system, not just belief or behavior What the HPA axis, cortisol, and progesterone have to do with racial stress and women's health outcomes How suppressed expression contributes to physical disease in melanated bodies What Resmaa Menakem's framework adds to neuro somatic approaches to racialized trauma Why white supremacy culture traits like urgency and perfectionism map directly onto chronic stress behaviors How the urgency to fix or regulate can itself become a form of bypassing in healing spaces What post-traumatic growth looks like at a collective level, not just an individual one Why witnessing state violence on social media is a genuine nervous system stressor, even for those not directly targeted How Dr. Levy's community for melanated women came to life and what it is building toward Chapter Markers 0:00 - Why This Conversation Had to Happen 01:57 - Welcome: Racial Trauma, the Nervous System, and Post-Traumatic Growth 07:25 - What Racial Stress Looks Like in the Body, for White and Melanated Bodies 10:44 - Post-Traumatic Growth at the Collective Level: What It Actually Requires 15:35 - The Danger of Regulating Out of Activation Before the Cycle Completes 18:09 - The Neuroscience: HPA Axis, Allostatic Load, and Chronic Racial Threat 24:27 - How Racial Stress Shows Up in Hormones, Cycles, and Women's Health 29:25 - Resmaa Menakem, White Supremacy Culture, and the Nervous System 38:42 - Dr. Levy's Community for Melanated Women and What It Is Building 41:35 - Witnessing Violence at Scale: What It Does to All Nervous Systems 49:11 - What This Work Has Made Possible: Dr. Levy on Choosing to Create a Different World 51:59 - Closing Reflection: What Post-Traumatic Growth Requires of Us Collectively Ways to Engage with Neurosomatics: Neurosomatic Intelligence is now enrolling : https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/nsi-certification Join us for a two week trial of neurosomatic practices at rewiretrial.com Free BrainBased neurosomatic workshop for entrepreneurs at rewirecapacity.com Sacred Synapse: an educational YouTube channel founded by Jennifer Wallace that explores nervous system regulation, applied neuroscience, consciousness, and psychedelic preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Learn to work with Boundaries at the level of the body and nervous system at https://www.boundaryrewire.com Resources: Brave Heart, Maria Yellow Horse. "The Historical Trauma Response Among Natives and Its Relationship with Substance Abuse: A Lakota Illustration." Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, vol. 35, no. 1, 2003, pp. 7–13. Brave Heart, Maria Yellow Horse, and Eduardo Duran. "Healing the Soul Wound: Counseling with American Indians and Other Native Peoples." Teachers College Press, 1995. DeGruy, Joy. Post Traumatic Slave Syndrome: America's Legacy of Enduring Injury and Healing. Joy DeGruy Publications Inc., 2005. Hobson, J. M., M. D. Moody, R. E. Sorge, and B. R. Goodin. "The Neurobiology of Social Stress Resulting from Racism." Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, vol. 17, no. 2, 2022, pp. 181–191. Hicken, Margaret T., et al. "Everyday Discrimination, Chronic Stress, and Cardiovascular Health." American Journal of Epidemiology, 2014. Geronimus, Arline T. "Weathering and the Health of African-American Women." Ethnicity & Disease, 2006. Menakem, Resmaa. My Grandmother's Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Pathway to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies. Central Recovery Press, 2017. Okun, Tema. "White Supremacy Culture." Dismantling Racism Works, originally published 1999, revised 2021. Williams, Monnica T. "Racial Trauma: Theory, Research, and Healing." American Psychologist, vol. 74, no. 1, 2019, pp. 33–42.
Hey friend, Does your home sometimes feel like another source of stress instead of a place to rest? Do clutter, noise, and constant decisions make you feel even more overwhelmed when you're already exhausted? Have you wished your home could feel more like a soft place to land at the end of the day? I'm Ashley — a mom living with chronic illness in a neurodivergent family. If you're dealing with constant fatigue, brain fog, inflammation, and broken sleep while trying to keep up with your kids, you're not alone. This podcast is for chronic illness moms raising neurodivergent kids who want stress relief, better sleep, and simple, realistic habits to finally feel better in their bodies. Each episode shares nervous-system-friendly support to help you calm overwhelm, boost energy, and practice healthy habits that improve your symptoms — even in the middle of a full, demanding life. When you're already dealing with fatigue, brain fog, and the mental load of raising kids, your home environment can either support your nervous system or add more stress. In this episode, I talk about simple ways to make your home feel more peaceful — without needing a perfectly clean or organized house. You'll learn why small environmental changes matter, how reducing decision fatigue can protect your energy, and how creating even one calm space in your home can help your nervous system settle. This episode also connects to the Power 9 habits and how your environment can support stress relief, emotional regulation, and better recovery. Resources and Links Mentioned Chronic Health Coaching https://ashleybraden.com/coaching Magnesium Cream HERE Lymphatic Cream HERE Natural Product store: https://payhip.com/hearthwellnaturals 196. Why Emotional Stress Turns Into Pain and Inflammation and How to Feel Better 192. 3 Fast Stress Relief Tips to Support Your Nervous System When Parenting a Neurodivergent Child Connect With Me Contact: https://www.facebook.com/chronicillnessmoms Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/chronichealthmoms Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chronicillnessmoms YouTube: https://bit.ly/chronicillnessyoutube Next Steps: Join the Facebook group for support and community Book a 1:1 Chronic Health Coaching session
In this episode of the Health Coach Academy Podcast, we sit down with therapist, entrepreneur, and somatic practitioner Helen Malinowski to explore how she transformed her private practice from $150,000 to over $1 million in revenue in just five years. Helen shares the powerful story of how burnout forced her to rethink the traditional one-on-one service model and ultimately led her to build a thriving multi-clinician practice with nearly 30 clinicians and multiple locations. If you're a health coach, therapist, or wellness practitioner, this conversation will challenge the belief that helping professions must equal exhaustion. Helen explains how listening to your nervous system, setting boundaries, and building community can unlock both impact and financial success. You'll also learn why expanding beyond the solo practitioner model may be the key to building a sustainable and scalable health or coaching business. What You'll Learn in This Episode How Helen grew her practice from $150K to $1M in five years The burnout trap many therapists and health coaches fall into Why the traditional one-on-one client model isn't sustainable How nervous system regulation can guide better business decisions The mindset shift that allowed Helen to start saying no to clients How building a team and group practice created freedom and impact Why community and mentorship are essential for practitioners Marketing strategies that actually work for wellness professionals The power of local networking with doctors, chiropractors, and other providers How health coaches fit into the holistic healthcare ecosystem Helen Malinowski's Origin Story Helen grew up in a family of research scientists in Woods Hole, Massachusetts, and originally believed science was her only career path. But after discovering psychology and later social work, she found her calling helping people through counseling and trauma therapy. As her private practice grew, so did the demands. Like many practitioners, Helen struggled with: Business skills Marketing and finances Boundaries with clients Overwork and emotional fatigue By 2019, she realized something was wrong. She was experiencing classic burnout symptoms: Exhaustion Irritability Dreading work Feeling overwhelmed Ironically, she was burning out doing the work she loved most. The Turning Point: Discovering Somatic Experiencing Helen enrolled in somatic experiencing training, initially believing it would help her clients. Instead, it changed her life. Through this training she began to understand: How the nervous system affects decision making Why burnout happens in helping professions How to listen to internal signals of stress and capacity This new awareness helped her build a practice that aligned with her energy, values, and nervous system regulation. Why One-on-One Coaching Can Lead to Burnout One of the biggest insights Helen shares is that many practitioners get stuck in the one-on-one client model. While rewarding, it has limits: Your time is capped Your emotional energy gets drained Growth becomes impossible without burnout Helen realized she couldn't continue saying yes to every client. Instead of turning people away, she restructured her entire business model. Today, her practice includes: Nearly 30 clinicians Multiple therapy locations A dedicated children's mental health center Occupational therapy services Coaching and practitioner training programs The Power of Listening to Your Nervous System A major theme of this episode is body awareness in business decision-making. Helen explains that many professionals rely purely on logic and numbers. But your body often knows the answer first. She recommends asking: Does this opportunity feel expansive or draining? Does my body say yes… or hesitate? Am I making this decision from alignment or obligation? Learning to pause and check in with your nervous system can transform both business strategy and personal wellbeing. Marketing Strategies That Work for Wellness Practitioners Helen also breaks down the different marketing strategies she uses for her businesses. For her therapy practice: Psychology Today listings Insurance panels Local physician referrals Networking with healthcare providers Relationships with chiropractors, acupuncturists, and pediatricians For her coaching and training programs: Instagram content Blogs and educational articles Email newsletters Free workshops and trainings Online community building The key takeaway? Visibility + value = trust. Consistently sharing helpful content builds long-term relationships with your audience. Why Health Coaches Are Critical in the Healthcare Ecosystem One of the most important discussions in this episode is the role of health coaches in trauma-informed care. Helen explains that many therapy clients struggle with physical health issues related to stress and trauma, including: Chronic illness Autoimmune conditions Cardiovascular disease Hormonal imbalances Nervous system dysregulation While therapists address emotional healing, health coaches help clients implement daily lifestyle changes that support recovery. This makes health coaches an essential partner in a holistic health ecosystem. Advice for Health Coaches and Wellness Entrepreneurs Helen's biggest advice for practitioners: Slow down before making big business decisions. Instead of rushing into growth, ask: Is this aligned with my energy and values? Does this support my long-term sustainability? Am I building something that truly supports my life? When your business aligns with your nervous system, growth becomes more natural and sustainable. Helen's story is proof that helping people and building a profitable business are not mutually exclusive. By trusting your body, building the right team, and surrounding yourself with supportive community, it's possible to create a practice that flourishes financially while protecting your wellbeing. If you're a health coach, therapist, or wellness professional, this episode will inspire you to rethink what's possible in your career.
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3945: Kate Hesse explains how the body's sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems shape our response to stress, from adrenaline-fueled survival reactions to the restorative “rest and digest” state. She shows how modern life keeps many people stuck in chronic stress and why learning to intentionally activate the parasympathetic system is essential for health. Understanding this balance can help you regain energy, improve digestion, and build practical habits that calm the body and mind. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nourishnestbreathe.com/nervous-system/ Quotes to ponder: "Our body can't tell the difference between actual life threatening danger and everyday stress." "When you are in parasympathetic nervous system response it is the equivalent of parking your car at the gas pump." "By taking slow and intentional breaths, you send a message to your body that it should be in a parasympathetic nervous system state." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today's episode, Gina discusses the importance of natural sunlight during the daytime for providing mental stability and enhancing overall wellness and health. Details are provided how both natural and artificial light affect our emotions, our circadian rhythm and our sleep patterns. Suggestions are made on how to incorporate more light into your life and what kinds fo light are best for health.Stillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast. If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter. Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Websitehttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 CoachingLearn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyQuote:There is a morning inside you waiting to burst open into light. -RumiSummaryIn this episode of the Anxiety Coaches Podcast, I delve into the often-overlooked topic of light and its profound impact on our nervous system. With spring approaching and the recent time change, many people are starting to notice the light in their everyday lives, not just as a functional necessity but as a critical player in our mental and physical well-being. I take this opportunity to explore how various forms of light—including natural sunlight, LED, incandescent bulbs, and the glow from our screens—play a significant role in our emotional states, sleep patterns, and overall nervous system regulation.I introduce the concept of the circadian rhythm, our body's natural clock, which is heavily influenced by light. This internal timing system is essential for regulating our sleep-wake cycles, hormone production, body temperature, and digestion—ultimately affecting how our nervous system responds to stress. Morning light serves as the most vital signal for this clock, signaling our bodies to wake up and become alert. It triggers a cascade of physiological processes: melatonin production decreases, cortisol levels rise appropriately, and we begin to feel more energized and ready to confront the day.I emphasize the importance of receiving natural daylight in the morning and how even brief exposure—regardless of whether it's sunny or overcast—can greatly benefit our mental and physical health. By anchoring our circadian rhythm with morning light, we can enhance our overall mood and regulate our nervous system more effectively. I provide practical suggestions for integrating simple habits into our daily routines, such as stepping outside for a short walk, enjoying coffee on the porch, or simply allowing sunlight to filter into our homes.#AnxietyCoachesPodcast #GinaRyan #AnxietyRecovery #NervousSystemRegulation #CircadianRhythm #MorningSunlight #SleepHygiene #WiredAndTired #MentalHealthMatters #OvercomingAnxiety #PanicAttackRecovery #HolisticHealing #Mindfulness #SelfCareDaily #InnerPeace #StressManagement #CuesOfSafety #TrueRecovery #EmotionalWellbeing #BiohackingHealth #LightTherapy #MelatoninRhythm #CortisolAwakeningResponse #NaturalPeace #HealthyHabits #WellnessJourney #SpringEquinox #SafeToSettle #NervousSystemHealing #MindBodyBalanceSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Once I started to connect the dots that the sympathetic nervous system plays a prominent role in food impulses and behaviors, I began teaching everyone I work with how to identify when their sympathetic nervous system is activated. This isn't something we're often taught as a kid and would be a game changer to learn earlier on in life. You may just be learning this language of your body and nervous system now though and feel exhausted from living in sympathetic nervous system dominance. And your bodily depletion makes so much sense. In this week's episode, I chat with Dr. Scott Sherr, Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician, about: Understanding the sympathetic nervous system The Sympathetic Spiral of DoomMitochondrial health and its impactThe connection between trauma and eating behaviorsIntegrating nutrition in trauma workAddressing long term health challengesPractical steps to support your mitochondrial health for improved regulation and metabolic signalingYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode here: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/get-unstuck-from-a-sympathetic-statePlease remember that your food behaviors can be bodily communication of your nervous system state. If you have any insights from this episode, email me anytime, and talk to you more soon! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Dr. Scott:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscottsherr/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onebasehealth/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@troscriptions Website: https://drscottsherr.com/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...
Many women reach midlife having done years of personal growth work. They've read the books, gone to therapy, practiced mindset tools, and still find themselves feeling stuck. Not broken, exactly. Just not settled. Not at ease.In this episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne is joined by Ranbir Puar for a conversation that reframes what healing actually looks like.Together, they explore why mindset tools alone can fall short, especially for women who have spent years in survival mode without realizing it. Ranbir explains how healing begins in the nervous system, not because we're failing at self-work, but because the body must feel safe before change can truly take hold.They talk about compassion as a more powerful force than willpower, what it means to stop asking “What's wrong with me?” and instead ask “What happened to me?”, and how reconnecting with joy becomes possible when safety replaces self-pressure.This conversation is for the anyone who feels like they've been trying to outgrow themselves, only to realize they may be ready to come home to themselves instead.Connect with Ranbir: Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/ranbir_puar/#Website- https://freewithin.me/work-with-me/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today's episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
A lot of people quit drinking expecting to feel calmer. You think sobriety is going to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and make life feel more stable. It does… eventually. But for a while, many people experience the opposite. You feel on edge for no clear reason. Small things overwhelm you. You're exhausted but can't fully relax. Your sleep is inconsistent, your emotions are intense, and stress hits harder than it used to. And this is where people start to wonder if something is wrong, or worse, if alcohol was actually helping. Years of drinking trained your body to live in a constant state of stress. In this episode, we're going to talk about what alcohol actually does to the nervous system, why sobriety can feel so dysregulating at first, and how your brain and body relearn safety over time. Work with me: Community & Meetings: Living a Sober Powered Life https://www.soberpowered.com/membership Skills library https://community.soberpowered.com/checkout/lessons Sober coaching https://www.soberpowered.com/sober-coaching Weekly email: You'll hear from me on Fridays https://www.soberpowered.com/email Support the show: If you enjoyed this episode please consider buying me a coffee to support all the research and effort that goes into this podcast https://www.buymeacoffee.com/soberpowered Thank you for supporting this show by supporting my sponsors https://www.soberpowered.com/sponsors Sources are posted on my website Disclaimer: all of the information described in this podcast is my interpretation of the research combined with my opinion. This is not medical advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Occupational medicine physician and life coach Claudine Holt discusses her article "Nervous system dysregulation vs. stress: Why 'just relaxing' doesn't work." Claudine challenges the common advice to treat burnout with self-care like massages or vacations. She explains that for many, stress is not a mindset issue but a physiological state of the nervous system. The conversation highlights how behaviors like perfectionism and people-pleasing are actually adaptive survival strategies, not character flaws. Claudine argues that when the body is stuck in a fight-or-flight state, relaxation actually feels dangerous. She advocates for "bottom-up" somatic approaches rather than willpower or cognitive therapies alone. Discover why healing requires updating the nervous system's safety cues rather than just trying to force calm. Partner with me on the KevinMD platform. With over three million monthly readers and half a million social media followers, I give you direct access to the doctors and patients who matter most. Whether you need a sponsored article, email campaign, video interview, or a spot right here on the podcast, I offer the trusted space your brand deserves to be heard. Let's work together to tell your story. PARTNER WITH KEVINMD → https://kevinmd.com/influencer SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST → https://www.kevinmd.com/podcast RECOMMENDED BY KEVINMD → https://www.kevinmd.com/recommended
What does your nervous system have to do with your sex life? More than you might think. In this episode, Dan sits down with nervous system specialist Morgan Starr-Riestis, who explains why feeling safe in your body is one of the most important ingredients for great intimacy. Many couples assume sexual problems are about technique, desire differences, or communication. But often the real issue is something deeper: our nervous systems are stuck in fight, flight, or shutdown. Morgan shares how our bodies are wired for safety, how dysregulation can show up in the bedroom, and why learning to regulate yourself can dramatically change your intimate connection. You'll learn: • Why safety is the foundation of pleasurable sex • The difference between actual safety vs perceived safety • How shame, pressure, and expectations dysregulate the body • Simple daily practices that help regulate your nervous system • Why trying too hard to orgasm can sometimes make it harder • How to identify the underlying need behind recurring relationship patterns Morgan also shares practical exercises couples can try right away to build safety and connection in everyday moments. If sex sometimes feels stressful, pressured, or emotionally loaded, this episode will help you understand what your body is trying to tell you—and how to work with it instead of against it. You can find Morgan on all socials with the handle @mind.psy.guidance Resources and Events: We invite you to explore our Get Your Marriage On coaching program. For a limited time, you can try it free for 30 days and get access to coaching sessions and our full course library. We also have an opening due to a cancellation at our upcoming couples retreat, and one more spot available on our cruise! We'd love to have you join us! Disclaimer: The opinions and values expressed by guests on the Get Your Marriage On! podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions and values of the host. Appearance on the podcast does not imply an endorsement of the guest or their products by Get Your Marriage On or its host. While we work hard to bring you quality and valuable content, listeners are encouraged to use their own best judgment in applying the information or products discussed on this podcast.
Dr. Nicole LePera joins Dr. Will Cole for an in-person conversation on trauma, attachment, and what it actually means to “reparent” the inner child. They explore how early experiences shape the nervous system, why stress can feel familiar, and how modern life and social media can reinforce dysregulation. Nicole breaks down ACE scores, attunement, and why trauma is less about the event and more about the body's ability to process what happened with support. They also discuss body-based healing tools, including grounding, breathwork, EMDR (and simple forms of bilateral stimulation), and why rest can feel unsafe for many people. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:If you want to find ways to “giveback” to others and fuel your body and your brain, Mosh bars are the perfect choice for you. Head to moshlife.com/WILLCOLE to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack.Go to DRINKAG1.com/WILLCOLE to get an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle ofVitamin D3+K2for FREE in yourAG1 Welcome Kit with your first AG1 subscription order!Visit eatright.org/everytable to learn more and find a nutrition and dietetics professionalProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
New Get Yourself Optimized episode: Neuroscientist + Doctor of Chinese Medicine Dr. Amy Albright reveals why your nervous system—not your strategy—is the real bottleneck. Free 3-step reset included. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/556
What if your anxiety, overwhelm, or shutdown isn't a mindset problem… but a nervous system response your body learned years ago? In this episode, Cait sits down with nervous system educator and practitioner trainer Jessica McGuire to unpack what nervous system regulation actually means beyond social media buzzwords and surface-level self-care. If you've ever felt stuck in fight-or-flight, overwhelmed by motherhood and ambition, or frustrated that mindset work hasn't fully "worked," this conversation will shift everything. Together, Cait and Jessica explore how dysregulation shows up in modern motherhood, why you can't "hack" your nervous system, and how real healing happens through embodied experience, not just positive thinking. This episode bridges neuroscience, trauma healing, entrepreneurship, and parenting — revealing how the state we live in becomes the legacy we pass on. Tune in to hear: What the nervous system actually is (and why it's more than just "fight or flight") A simple explanation of the vagus nerve and how it impacts anxiety, burnout, IBS, chronic pain, and emotional regulation Why mindset work often falls short without nervous system healing The difference between sympathetic activation, regulation, and freeze/shutdown How traumatic stress can come from unpredictability and lack of control — not just obvious major events Why you can't "willpower" your way out of dysregulation How nervous system patterns are shaped by past experiences — even ones you don't consciously remember What co-regulation means in motherhood and how your state shapes your child's nervous system The concept of "states become traits" and how to embody regulation daily Practical ways to begin repairing and strengthening your nervous system Connect with Jessica: Website: https://www.jessicamaguire.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/repairing_the_nervous_system/ If this episode resonates with you, don't forget to share it to your stories and tag @themillionairemother, or leave a 5-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts-it helps more mamas find this show.
Welcome to Season 2 – Episode 1! In the first episode of Season 2, we explore one of the most fundamental questions in archaeology and human history: What is a human? Every person who has ever lived has experienced the world through a nervous system — a biological inheritance that long predates modern humans themselves. In this episode, we look at how the human nervous system evolved over millions of years, from early mammals through to Homo sapiens, and how the development of the brain — particularly the prefrontal cortex — helped shape the way humans think, feel, and interact with the world. We also consider an intriguing idea: if human nervous systems have always existed on a spectrum, then variation in perception, attention, and sensitivity may have been part of our species for as long as humans have existed. This episode sets the stage for a season exploring how archaeologists interpret the traces of the past, and what those traces can tell us about the experiences of the people who lived before us. Links George on Instagram Saša Harper on Instagram Transcripts For rough transcripts head over to https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/adhdbce/201 Music Your Story by MusicbyAden | https://soundcloud.com/musicbyaden Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/ Creative Commons CC BY-SA 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Send a textIn this episode, I explore one of my favorite Ayurvedic concepts — langhana, or lightening — and I bring a more nuanced lens to how we can work with this energy in spring without depleting ourselves in the process. Recording from my kitchen in Maine while watching the snow melt, I reflect on the signs of kapha accumulation I'm noticing in my own body and life, and share why the conventional wellness culture approach to spring cleanses and detoxes can backfire — especially for women in perimenopause, those in big life transitions, or anyone whose nervous system is already running on empty. At the heart of this episode is a beautiful reframe: langhana doesn't have to mean restriction. It can mean spaciousness.Key Takeaways:Kapha dosha accumulates in late winter and early spring, showing up as heaviness, sluggish digestion, brain fog, congestion, and low motivationLanghana (lightening) and brahmana (nourishing) are the two primary therapeutic directions in Ayurveda — both are always needed in balanceAggressive spring cleanses, intense exercise, and restriction can deplete women in perimenopause or those with sensitive nervous systems, further aggravating vata doshaThe intensity of your langhana practice should match the resources you have available — constitution, life stage, and current transitions all matterReframing langhana as creating space rather than restriction opens up a gentler, more sustainable approachSpaciousness can be cultivated in the body, the nervous system, the mind, and in life itselfPractical Tools Mentioned:Eating warm, light, spiced foods (kitchari, soups, cooked greens with warming spices)Dry brushing or raw silk garshana gloves (with oil if you're feeling depleted)Getting outside in morning light — even rising before sunrise to catch vata energyMorning pages practice from The Artist's Way by Julia CameronA "reading/media deprivation" week to create mental spaciousnessHome decluttering as a form of energetic lighteningStimulating breathwork or long spacious breathsYoga that alternates between activation and stillness to build nervous system resilienceRhythm & Ritual: A 6-Week Ayurvedic Program for Women in (or approaching) PerimenopauseRegistration for Rhythm & Ritual -A 6-Week Ayurvedic Program for Women in (or approaching) Perimenopause/Menopause is now open!!Early Bird Pricing until March 10th 2026 LEARN MOREResources: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
Dr. Roger McFillin explores the hidden mechanisms of mind control, societal programming, and how media, history, and psychology shape our perceptions and behaviors. This episode uncovers documented research, historical experiments, and practical insights to empower individuals to reclaim mental sovereignty. By the end of this episode, you will understand the system you are living inside. And you will understand why one person willing to refuse changes everything. Visit Center for Integrated Behavioral HealthDr. Roger McFillin / Radically Genuine WebsiteYouTube @RadicallyGenuineDr. Roger McFillin (@DrMcFillin) / XSubstack | Radically Genuine | Dr. Roger McFillinInstagram @radicallygenuineContact Radically GenuineConscious Clinician CollectivePLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS15% Off Pure Spectrum CBD (Code: RadicallyGenuine)10% off Lovetuner click here
In episode 302, I shared the first 10 lessons I've learned from living 50 years with a sensitive nervous system.Today we're continuing with the next 10.These lessons are about something I think many sensitive women struggle with: emotional adulthood.Many of us are technically adults, but we're still letting the hurt version of us, the teenage version of us, or the people-pleasing version of us lead our lives. And when that happens, we end up exhausted, resentful, and disconnected from ourselves.Learning emotional responsibility changes everything.It means recognizing that your feelings are yours to care for. It means setting boundaries instead of quietly crossing them and then feeling resentful. It means advocating for yourself even when it's uncomfortable.These are lessons I learned the hard way — through relationships, mistakes, and a lot of personal growth. My hope is that by sharing them with you, you might learn them a little more gently.If you've ever struggled with resentment, over-explaining yourself, feeling responsible for everyone else's emotions, or performing in order to be accepted, this episode will help you see those patterns more clearly.And once you see them, you can start choosing something different.In This Episode We Talk About• Why other people are not responsible for your feelings• How resentment often means you're crossing your own boundaries• Why over-explaining is usually fear of rejection• Why advocating for yourself might make people uncomfortable — and why that's okay• How you can disappoint someone and still be a good person• Why being “low maintenance” is often conditioning, not a personality trait• The difference between being needed and being valued• Why you don't need to be relevant — you need to be important to yourself• How to recognize when you're performing instead of living• Why you will almost never regret choosing yourselfKey TakeawayEmotional adulthood begins the moment you stop trying to manage everyone else's feelings and start taking responsibility for your own.When you learn to set boundaries, validate yourself, and choose what actually matters to you, your life becomes more peaceful, more powerful, and far more fulfilling.Choosing yourself isn't selfish.It's how you stop leaking your energy everywhere and start building a life that actually feels good to live.Ready to Go Deeper?If you want support implementing this work in your own life, you can book a discovery call with me.We'll talk about what's going on for you and whether coaching together would be a good fit.Book here:amandahess.ca/bookacall
What if many chronic symptoms aren't signs that something is broken—but signals from a nervous system that has learned to stay in danger mode?In this episode, Dr. Kelly Kessler, DPT sits down with neuroplastic symptom practitioner, hormone expert, and licensed acupuncturist Ali Damron to explore the powerful connection between stress, the nervous system, and physical symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue, and hormonal imbalance.Together they unpack how cortisol, suppressed emotions, and nervous system patterns can contribute to neuroplastic conditions—including chronic back pain—and why shifting from “danger mode” to “safety mode” can change how the body experiences symptoms.You'll learn how language around health shapes healing, why many people unknowingly outsource their inner authority, and how reconnecting with your body's signals can become a powerful path toward recovery.If you've ever wondered why symptoms persist even when tests look normal, this conversation will open a new way of understanding the mind–body connection.Connect with Ali: www.alidamron.com/consultswww.alidamron.com/anxietywww.alidamron.com/healnowConnect with KellyIf this conversation resonated with you and you're ready to deepen your relationship with yourself, there are a few ways to continue the journey.
Manifesting, co-creating, and expanding your experience of life happens through the nervous system. Regulation is part 1, but part 2 is often missed because the teacher lacks nuance and experience. After 14 years of guiding people's bodies into safety, expansion, and peace..here's how to change, if you want to use the wisdom and guidance available in your nervous system. There is no one size fits all. Love the podcast? Leave a review, email us your thoughts, and share with your friends who are also in to dreaming big! hello@theembodiedmg.com And check out the new website...I'm obsessed. https://theembodiedmg.com Gahhhhh how was that for you?! Make sure you subscribe, follow, come say hiii on IG, and do all the things. It's an abundant and overflowing world over here so make sure you're an active part in the giving / receiving.If you love the show, if my work is of value to you please help me spread the word and leave us a 5-star review, tag me on IG when you listen, and share your fav episodes with your favorite friends. Follow on InstagramWebsiteThe Embodied MG on YouTube DISCLAIMER: all information and advice shared on UNBOUND with Caroline Herring is for entertainment purposes only.
In this episode of Love Your Love Muscle, we explore a guided mindful cleansing practice that uses breath and visualization to draw in fresh energy and gently release stagnation. Rather than forcing emotional release, this technique works with the nervous system, using structured breathing and imagery to support renewal, clarity, and internal reset. You'll learn: Why “stuck energy” often reflects nervous system patterns How breath regulates before it releases The science behind visualization and state change A practical cleansing sequence you can use immediately How to invite in new energy without overwhelm Join our community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TMGmeditations Follow Seb on Vero True Social: https://vero.co/seb_tmg Follow Seb on Mastodon: https://mastodon.cosmicnation.co/@seb_tmg Join the conversation on Telegram: https://t.me/TMGCommunity
On social media, the vagus nerve often gets billed as the gateway to nervous system nirvana: It's your ticket to better rest, relaxation, and health if you “stimulate” it correctly. Where did this idea come from, and what does the research say? Host Flora Lichtman talks with neurosurgeon Kevin Tracey, a pioneer of a field called bioelectronic medicine, which uses techniques to stimulate the nervous system with electricity. Back in the 1990s, he was the first to discover that the vagus nerve regulates the immune system and inflammation. Guest: Dr. Kevin Tracey is a neurosurgeon, and president and CEO of the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research at Northwell Health. He is the author of The Great Nerve. Transcripts for each episode are available within 1-3 days at sciencefriday.com. Subscribe to this podcast. Plus, to stay updated on all things science, sign up for Science Friday's newsletters.
If you've done the vision boards, the affirmations, and the gratitude journals, and you're still stuck, this episode explains why. The real block isn't your mindset. It's your nervous system.In this episode, I break down:• Why good things feel physically unsafe to your body• The 3 patterns of self-sabotage and what's really driving them• What triggers your nervous system to reject love, money, and success• A 7-step nervous system reset you can start today• What somatic manifestation actually means — and why it works when nothing else hasIf you actually apply what I teach in this episode, everything starts to shift. You stop blowing up good relationships. You stop ghosting your own goals. You stop creating chaos just to feel familiar again. Instead, you become the woman who can hold peace, hold money, hold success, and hold love. Your nervous system expands to match the life you are manifesting.
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Financial control and stress often live in the nervous system, not the spreadsheet. If you feel pressure even when the numbers are solid, this isn't a discipline issue. It may be identity-level attachment between worth, safety, and control.Financial control doesn't begin in your bank account. It begins in your nervous system.In this episode, we explore why stress around money can persist even when income is stable, reserves are strong, and strategy is sound. If you're a high achiever who carries responsibility and rarely drops the ball, you may not be afraid of being poor. You may be afraid of losing credibility, safety, or identity.This conversation lives in the Reclamation stage of the Identity-Level Recalibration pathway. Reclamation is not about tearing down ambition or abandoning excellence. It is about separating who you are from the roles you built to survive.We examine:• How predictive processing causes the brain to forecast financial threat• Why financial control can feel regulating in the body• The concept of identity load, where wealth and worth begin to blur• How control can subtly become moral positioning in leadership or marriage• Why stewardship is not the same thing as controlFor many high performers, financial steadiness became tied to authority. Authority became tied to belonging. Over time, success becomes fused with safety.That is not greed.It is attachment.This episode gently surfaces a layer few leaders articulate: sometimes financial control feels more predictable than relationships. Money responds to strategy and effort. People do not always do the same. When trust has felt expensive in the past, control can feel stabilizing.But stabilization is not the same as identity.Culturally, we celebrate the disciplined, self-made builder. Scripture in Matthew 6 invites a deeper orientation: where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Not as condemnation, but as alignment. Not to shame building, but to examine what regulates us.This episode is not about shrinking ambition. It is about softening survival attachment.Today's Micro Recalibration:When you think about money, does your body soften or brace?If the numbers changed tomorrow, what would you believe about yourself?No fixing. Just awareness.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Learn about The Recalibration Cohort→ 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 → 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...
In this episode I am chatting about one of the most overlooked foundations of preconception health: your nervous system.So often, the focus is entirely on hormones, supplements, and lab testing — but your nervous system is the lens through which your body interprets safety. And safety is essential for optimal hormone signaling, ovulation, and creating an environment supportive of pregnancy.I'm sharing some of my favorite simple, practical tools I'm personally prioritizing in this season, and with many of my preconception clients, to help shift the body out of chronic stress and into a more regulated, resilient state.These are not complicated protocols — they're small, consistent signals of safety to your body.If you're in a preconception season, or simply working toward better hormone balance, these practices can be powerful additions to your foundation.Red light shower protocol Castor oil Clean brands I love Follow on socials @drhalieschoff
In this episode we'll talk about:Why wealth requires internal capacityHow regulation increases clarity and decision qualityThe relationship between pressure tolerance and income growthWhy expansion feels unsafe before it feels stableRegulation as a trainable wealth skillSpiritual anchoring as nervous system strengthAnd more… CONNECT WITH ME…→ Instagram — @mattgottesman→ My Substack — mattgottesman.substack.com → Apparel — thenicheisyou.comRESOURCES…→ Recommended Book List — CLICK HERE→ Masterclass — CLICK HEREWORKSHOPS + MASTERCLASS:→ Need MORE clarity? - Here's the FREE… 6 Days to Clarity Workshop - clarity for your time, energy, money, creativity, work & play→ Write, Design, Build: Content Creator Studio & OS - Growing the niche of you, your audience, reach, voice, passion & incomeOTHER RELATED EPISODES:Faith Isn't Knowing the Whole Path… It's Taking the Next Honest StepApple: https://apple.co/3MB62IuSpotify: https://bit.ly/4rZw3RN
High performers are taught to push harder, but what if the real breakthrough comes from learning to regulate, recover, and reconnect? In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene interviews Owen Marcus, Founder and CEO of MELD (Men's Emotional Leadership Development) and author of Grow Up: A Man's Guide to Emotional Maturity. Owen unpacks why high-performing entrepreneurs often hit an invisible ceiling despite doing “everything right.” Drawing on five decades of experience working with leaders, athletes, and elite performers, Owen explains how chronic stress, emotional disconnection, and nervous system overload quietly erode performance, relationships, and fulfillment. This conversation bridges neuroscience, leadership, and personal growth to reveal how building resilience from the body up unlocks the final 30% of untapped potential. Key Takeaways:→ Entrepreneurs are often wired for survival, not fulfillment, which leads to chronic overdrive.→ Long-term stress creates allostatic load, silently shrinking resilience and emotional capacity. → High performance at work does not automatically translate into a healthy connection at home. → Neuroplasticity allows leaders to rewire stress patterns and build new capacity over time. → Somatic mindfulness helps retrain the nervous system by increasing body awareness. Owen Marcus is the Founder and CEO of MELD (Men's Emotional Leadership Development), demonstrating the transformative potential of evidence-based peer support. A pioneer in men's emotional health, his retreats, workshops, coaching, training, and other programs enhance relational dynamics and support men's personal and professional growth and leadership development. For nearly three decades, MELD has been a trusted guide for men navigating the complex terrain of modern life: stress, relationships, leadership, and identity. Marcus is also the author of Grow Up: A Man's Guide to Emotional Maturity. In it, Marcus leads readers on an enlightening path toward the authentic self, revealing how men need clarity, purpose, connection, and the support of other men to thrive. A founding member of the United States Association for Body Psychotherapy (USABP) and a member of Division 51 of the American Psychological Association, Marcus integrates neuroscience, Polyvagal Theory, and somatic mindfulness to help individuals and groups cultivate emotional intelligence and authentic leadership. Connect With Owen:Website: https://meld.community/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meld.men/X: https://x.com/meldmenFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/meldmenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/meldmenscommunity/
What if the reason your health habits aren't sticking isn't because you're lazy or undisciplined—but because your body needs something different? In this energizing episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy chats with holistic health counselor, behavior change expert, and podcaster Hadlee Garrison about energy habits, nervous system regulation, and why one-size-fits-all wellness advice simply doesn't work. From sleep and stress to Ayurveda, body wisdom, and breaking free from all-or-nothing health patterns, this conversation is packed with practical insight to help you feel more vibrant, balanced, and in tune with your body. What You'll Learn: Why blanket wellness advice can actually keep you stuck How to identify your unique energy archetype and what it means Why sleep is the foundation for better energy, mood, and health How to regulate your nervous system and break all-or-nothing habits Simple ways to listen to your body and support holistic health in midlife
Your brain is the operating system of your life.Every thought, movement, decision, and emotion travels through the brain, spine, and nervous system. Yet most people spend their lives optimizing everything except the very system that runs it all.In this episode of ALLSMITH, Bryce sits down with Dr. Amir Vokshoor, board certified neurosurgeon, spine specialist, and founder of the Institute of Neuro Innovation, to explore how we can protect and strengthen the brain, spine, and nervous system in a modern world that constantly pulls them in the wrong direction.The conversation explores lifestyle habits that influence neurological health, the role of movement and recovery in protecting the spine, controversial topics like marijuana and peptides, emerging innovations such as motion preserving spinal surgery and disc replacement, and the idea behind the NeuroVella Brain Spa, a space designed to help people recover and regulate their nervous systems.At ALLSMITH, we believe when the brain is clear, the nervous system is resilient, and the body moves well, human potential becomes much easier to express.This episode is about protecting the system that allows us to think clearly, move freely, and live fully.⸻Connect with ALLSMITHFollow ALLSMITH for lifestyle design, fitness, mindset, and conversations that help people pursue their peak expression.Instagram@allsmithcoBryce Smith@therealbrycesmithWebsitewww.allsmith.coALLSMITH CoachingALLSMITH offers in person and remote coaching designed to help people build strength, resilience, and alignment across fitness, mindset, recovery, and lifestyle design.If you are ready to upgrade your habits and build a stronger operating system for life, explore coaching opportunities through ALLSMITH.Visitwww.allsmith.coor message the team on Instagram to get started.ALLSMITH ApparelALLSMITH apparel represents the philosophy of Forged Not Found.Premium lifestyle and training gear designed for people who pursue growth, adventure, and personal evolution.Explore the latest drops and collections atwww.allsmith.co⸻Key Quotes“Your brain is the operating system of your life.”“The spine is not just structure. It is communication between your brain and your body.”“Motion is life for the nervous system.”“Pain is not the enemy. Pain is information.”“If you protect your brain and spine, you protect the quality of your entire life.”⸻Key TakeawaysYour brain and nervous system control everything about how you think, move, and respond to stress.Daily movement, sleep, and recovery habits are essential for protecting long term neurological health.Modern lifestyle habits like chronic stress, screen exposure, and sedentary behavior can quietly degrade the nervous system.Advancements like motion preserving spinal surgery and disc replacement are changing the future of spine care.Intentional nervous system recovery environments like the NeuroVella Brain Spa highlight the growing importance of restoring balance to the modern brain.⸻If this episode resonates with you, share it with someone who would benefit from protecting their brain, spine, and nervous system, and follow ALLSMITH for more conversations designed to help people think clearly, move freelThank you for Listening! Learn more below.ALLSMITH IG ALLSMITH YouTubeBryce Smith IG
Ever wonder why your body still tenses around certain family members even after years of therapy or spiritual formation? Today we explore a topic Christa works on as well, and explore the difference between cognitive safety and somatic safety - why your nervous system keeps reacting even when your mind has moved on. Learn three simple body-based practices you can use before, during, and after family interactions, plus quick nervous system tips specific to your Enneagram type. Discover why proximity affects your nervous system regardless of forgiveness, and get permission to love someone from a healthy distance. Watch on YouTube! Show links: The Allender Center is offering a whopping 50% discount to our community! Your team can learn more about their Narrative Triaing NFTC Level I training here and apply using the code nftcEM by May 31 Find more about your type, the pod, freebies, and SO much more at our website right here! www.EnneagramandMarriage.com Love what you're learning on E + M? Make sure you leave us a podcast review so others can find us, too here! Get Christa's Best-Selling Book, The Enneagram in Marriage, here! https://a.co/d/df8SxVx Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
If you've ever felt like you're either doing it perfectly or completely blowing it, this episode offers a different way to think about your journey with food. We explore what black-and-white thinking looks like around eating, why rigid standards can actually create the very behaviors we're trying to stop, and how learning to look for progress — not perfection — changes everything.What You'll Discover:Why all-or-nothing thinking keeps you stuck in binge cyclesWhat progress with food can actually look like (it might surprise you)Why small changes are more powerful than big overhaulsHow what you focus on shapes what you create more ofIf you've been measuring your days as good or bad, and the bad days keep leading to more bad days — this episode offers a way out of that cycle.Ready to stop navigating this alone? Schedule a Breakthrough Call with JaneWant to know why you struggle with food and what to do next? Start watching The Binge Breakthrough Mini Series today.
If you feel like your nervous system is reacting instead of responding, you aren’t alone. We are currently moving through an unprecedented structural recalibration—a "purge" phase of evolution where our bodies, minds, and spirits may feel like they are revolting. In this energetic check-in, we discuss why the internal and external chaos you’re experiencing is actually a dismantling of the old to make way for the authentic. In this episode, we explore: Survival vs. Authenticity: Why structures built on adrenaline, high anxiety, and people-pleasing are crumbling like a house of cards. The "False Urgency" of 2026: Navigating the pressure to move faster when the soul is calling for integration and living from the inside out. Psychic Fracturing: Why destabilization is the richest energy for developing intuitive gifts, even when it feels like deja vu or vivid pre-cognitive dreams. When Tools Fail: What to do when traditional grounding and "Tony Robbins encouragement" aren’t working, and why the most compassionate thing you can do is simply be. Saturn in Aries: Addressing the profound sense of loneliness and isolation during this transition. Whether you’re experiencing panic attacks, deep grief, or a total disinterest in unaligned relationships, remember: the moment before the breakthrough always feels the toughest. We are building new neural pathways in a field of tall wheat; it takes repetition, grace, and the refusal to quit on yourself. You are qualified to be here for this awakening—don't stop before the miracle. Additional Resources: Saturn & Neptune in Aries: The Moment That Everything Changes Nervous System Regulation: The Key to Your Spiritual Awakening March 2026 Energy Update: Relinquish Control, Clear Debris, & Reclaim Your Narrative Host: Amanda Rieger Green YouTube: @soul_pathology Instagram: @soulpathology Website: SoulPathology.com Email: Podcast@soulsessions.meFollow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soulpathology/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adulting can feel like chaos: bills, work pressure, relationships, identity, and the constant question—"What am I supposed to do with my life?" In this episode of Adulting With Autism, we talk with Samantha Kane, founder of Roots Wings Wellness and a Certified Holistic Life Coach (Conscious Guide). Samantha helps people build self-mastery by connecting to their higher selves through grounded, practical rituals—nervous system regulation, boundaries, journaling, and alignment practices that actually work in real life. Samantha shares why the first step for many young adults isn't a perfect plan—it's finding a mentor you trust. We also unpack what "alignment" really means, how to tell the difference between intuition vs anxiety, and what to do when you're stuck—whether you need movement, patience, or both. In this episode, we cover: The first step when you feel lost: finding a mentor (without needing money) What "alignment" is and how to recognize it (jobs, friendships, relationships) Intuition vs anxiety: practical questions to check your "gut" Outgrowing friends, boundaries, and why you don't get to keep every relationship Adult priorities: spending vs bills, and choosing consequences on purpose Purpose pressure in your 20s: why you don't need the "perfect job" immediately Avoiding work identity burnout: managing energy and keeping life separate from work Finding your true self after years of labels: journaling as self-observation Feeling stuck: stagnant energy vs "meantime" waiting (and how to tell the difference) Tools to regulate: grounding/nature, box breathing 4–4–4–44–4–4–44–4–4–4, creative breath visuals Connect with Samantha Kane: Website: https://rootswingswellness.com (free guide + free call available) Instagram: @rootswingswellness
Join Dr. Tara Perry and neurobiologist Leland Holgate for a deep dive into the revolutionary science of breathwork healing. Leland shares his incredible journey from being paralyzed twice to pursuing his PhD in neurochemistry, while revealing how strategic breathing practices can reverse autoimmune diseases, regenerate neurons, and even impact aging at the cellular level.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!
Still in chronic pain even though your blood work is normal and scans show nothing is wrong? Discover why nervous system dysregulation and neuroplastic pain may be keeping your chronic pain alive, and how retraining your brain can calm the stress response and begin healing. You'll also be guided through a simple practice to help you shift your nervous system and lessen pain in real time. Is your brain keeping you in pain? Download my free 10-question quiz here: https://www.thewellnessengineer.com/yourbrainandpain Concerned about the negative impacts of EMFs on your health? Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni In this episode, you'll learn: ⏰ 00:00 Introduction ⏰ 02:37 Chronic Pain and My Personal Journey ⏰ 08:38 The Role of the Nervous System in Pain ⏰ 14:38 Experiencing Safety and Grounding Techniques ⏰ 20:42 Empowerment Through Awareness and Action ⏰ 24:31 Breathing Exercise for Nervous System Relaxation ⏰ 30:41 Activating the Relaxation Response ⏰ 33:37 The Neuroplasticity of the Brain ⏰ 37:09 The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing ***** Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness, not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show, we explore practices, methods, and scientific principles that help naturally relieve pain and inflammation. Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com Connect with Jane: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JaneHoganHealth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewellnessengineer/
What happens when we slow down enough to truly feel our bodies?In this episode, host Elizabeth Mintun sits down with assisted stretch practitioner Lisa to explore the transformative potential of assisted stretching and body awareness. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience in massage therapy and training in Thai yoga massage, Lisa shares how slow, supported stretching can help people reconnect with their bodies, regulate the nervous system, and release long-held tension.We talk about the difference between performing movement versus receiving movement, why many of us are disconnected from our bodies, and how intentional stretching can create space for both physical and emotional release.This conversation offers a thoughtful look at how practices that reconnect us to the body can shift not only how we move, but also how we live.Key TakeawaysAssisted stretching can support nervous system regulation. Slow, guided stretching helps activate the parasympathetic nervous system - the part of the body responsible for rest and relaxation - allowing muscles to release tension and the body to settle.Fascia plays a major role in flexibility and tension. Fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and organs, can become tight and restricted over time due to stress, repetitive movement, or inactivity. Gentle stretching can help improve fascial mobility and overall movement.Reconnecting with the body can support emotional well-being. Many people store stress and emotional tension physically. Bodywork practices like assisted stretching can create space for relaxation, emotional release, and a deeper sense of grounding.Resources Connect with Lisa: - Instagram: Prostretchflex1 - Facebook: Pro Stretch & Flex-TikTok: @pro.stretch.and.f- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lisa-binkley-21862b352- Website: prostretchflex.com- Email: prostretchflex@gmail.comLearn more about 1:1 Coaching with Elizabeth Mintun here. Contact Elizabeth: elizabethmintun@thecalmingground.comFind Elizabeth on Facebook & IG @thecalminggroundSubscribe to The Calming Ground Podcast so you never miss an episode. If you loved this conversation, please share it with a friend!
Some of you may remember Christopher Reeve, the actor who famously played Superman back in the day. He truly embodied strength and vitality. But during a horseback riding accident, he suffered a devastating injury at the very top of his neck—between the first two cervical bones.That injury didn't damage his lungs.It didn't injure his heart.It didn't harm his digestive organs.Instead, it cut off the nerve supply at the top, and as a result, his entire body below the neck was affected. Breathing required a ventilator. Digestion required assistance. Movement was lost.Why does that matter to you—and what does it have to do with chiropractic?Let me explain it this way.
Dating with an open heart sounds beautiful until your nervous system has other plans. In this solo In The Trenches audience Q&A episode, Sabrina answers your most raw questions about how to let someone in without losing yourself, how to date after grief, and what it actually looks like to stay present when fear or anxiety is running the show. From navigating new love after loss to the hard truth about anxious attachment and self-accountability, this episode covers the real work of building a healthy relationship: nervous system regulation, emotional ownership, and learning the difference between communicating and controlling. Want your question answered on a future episode? Send in your inquiries, stories, and dating profiles to inthetrenches@sabrinazohar.com If you're ready to slow down, trust your instincts, and break your old dating patterns, the Healthy Relationship Foundations Course walks you through it step-by-step HERE! If you're serious about changing your dating patterns instead of repeating them, the Art of Going Slow course helps you unlearn urgency, regulate your nervous system, and build real connection without rushing, chasing, or abandoning yourself HERE! Get Ad free HERE!Want to work with Sabrina? HERE!Get merch for The Sabrina Zohar Show HERE!Don't forget to follow Sabrina and The Sabrina Zohar Show on Instagram and Sabrina on TikTok! Video now available on YOUTUBE! Please support our sponsors! Get organized, refreshed, and back on track this new year for WAY less. Head to Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home. Text SABRINA to 64000 to get 20% off all IQBAR products, plus FREE shipping. Message and data rates may apply. ============================= Chapters 00:00 Dating Without Losing Yourself 03:06 Dating After Grief and Loss 05:02 How to Make Space for Grief While Dating 07:51 When and How to Share Your Grief 09:42 Dating with Courage After Hard Times 11:28 What Is Sapiosexuality in Dating 19:30 Nervous System and Emotional Intimacy 24:30 Anxious Attachment and Gaslighting 27:06 Codependency and Emotional Regulation 29:42 Anxious Attachment and Accountability Disclaimer: The Sabrina Zohar Show, formerly known as Do The Work, is not affiliated with A.Z & associates LLC in any capacity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SLEEP TIME HYPNOTIC JOURNEY FOR CALM, SAFETY, CLEAR INTUITIONThis episode is designed to be used for 30 nights in a row.If you've been feeling mentally loud, tense, or stuck in cycles of overthinking, this guided hypnosis helps retrain your nervous system while you sleep.Listen at bedtime and simply allow the words and imagery to settle into your subconscious as you drift off. Over the course of 30 nights, listeners begin to notice a calmer baseline, fewer mental spirals, less reactivity, and clearer access to their intuition.This is not about forcing change. It's about conditioning your nervous system toward safety and ease layer by layer.Press play tonight and begin.// TIME STAMPS • 0:00 - 0:40 :: How to use this journey• 0:40 - End :: Hypnosis JourneyWHAT THIS HYPNOTIC JOURNEY INCLUDESThis guided sleep hypnosis gently leads you through a sequence designed to regulate your nervous system and establish a calmer internal baseline.During this journey you will experience:• Progressive physical relaxation through breath and body awareness• Visualization of protective light and grounding energy• Activation of your internal sense of safety and inner protection• Reconnection to a memory of warmth, safety, and being held• Subconscious reinforcement of calm, grounded decision-making• Releasing overthinking, scanning, and mental urgency• Deep sleep suggestions that continue working overnightHYPNOTIC SUGGESTIONS IN THIS JOURNEYThroughout the session, your subconscious mind receives suggestions that reinforce a calm internal state:• Your body knows how to feel safe• You can return to calm with a single breath• Old survival responses can release now• Softness in the body creates strength and clarity• Your nervous system can reset layer by layer• Deep sleep restores your body and mind• Calm nervous systems make intuition clearer• Each night strengthens your sense of internal safetyGO DEEPER - patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/cw/JinaSeerIf you want to explore this work more deeply, this month on Patreon I'm sharing:• A personal Higher Self session about intuition• Commentary on how intuition actually works• Additional practices for calming internal noisehttps://www.patreon.com/cw/JinaSeer** Also on Patreon: Download the Higher Self Access Kit (premium 40-min Higher Self journey + Body Signal Map + quick connection tools). HOW TO USE THIS HYPNOTIC JOURNEYFor best results:• Listen at bedtime for 30 nights in a row• Allow yourself to drift to sleep during the session• No journaling or analysis required• Let repetition train your nervous system naturallyBENEFITS LISTENERS REPORT• falling asleep faster• waking up calmer• reduced overthinking• improved emotional regulation• clearer intuitive signalsBEST WAY TO USE THIS JOURNEYListen at bedtime and allow yourself to drift into sleep while the hypnotic suggestions continue working in the background.Over time, repetition conditions the nervous system toward safety and ease.Seer Sessions with Jina Seer // Weekly hypnotic journeys to help you quiet mental noise, rebuild self-trust, and make decisions aligned with your inner knowing.KEY WORDS TO DESCRIBE THIS OFFERINGsleep hypnosisnervous system resetguided sleep meditationhypnosis for anxious feelings and thoughtssubconscious reprogrammingcalm your nervous systemsleep meditation hypnosis for sleepintuition meditationnervous system regulation
Is your self-help routine actually making things worse?The self-help industry has one answer for everything: do more. More habits, more discipline, more effort. But for a nervous system that's already overwhelmed — stuck in sympathetic flight/fight, freeze overdrive, or dorsal shutdown — more doing can mean more frustration, more overwhelm, and more defeat.In this episode, I break down 5 common self-help habits that may be working against you if you don't yet have the nervous system capacity for them.Capacity Builder Live (live meditation sessions) → https://www.stucknotbroken.com/c/calendar/?topics=182524 Unstucking Academy → https://www.stucknotbroken.com/unstuckingacademy Previous episode on trauma narrative → https://youtu.be/pvJNSJ8q1aM
Have you ever had one of those moments where your child completely loses it over the wrong cup, a sibling getting too close, or one tiny thing at the end of the day? It can feel like they are actually mad at you- or their sibling. But actually, rude, defiant, or shutdown behavior might actually have a lot more to do with sensory overwhelm and a nervous system that's simply run out of capacity and almost NOTHING to do with how mad they are because you gave them the wrong cup. In this episode, you'll learn:Why behaviors like sass, sibling aggression, and “you never listen!” can look relational but actually begin with sensory stress in the bodyHow everyday sensory input like noise, lights, smells, textures, movement, and school environments can chip away at your child's window of tolerance?Why noticing your child's sensory world can help you respond with more clarity, less personalization, and more support for regulationResources mentioned in this podcast:When Parenting Triggers Your Own Trauma Part 1 of 6 {EP 250}Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior {EP 84}Focus on the Nervous System to Change Behavior webinar & eBookRead the full transcript at:RobynGobbel.com/traumashapednervoussystemUnderneath every behavior is something happening in the body, specifically in the nervous system. When we support the body first, behavior often begins to shift. Even for kids who don't have a sensory processing disorder! Join my March 24th webinar at 8pm eastern- Sensory Strategies for Dysregulated Kids with Baffling BehaviorsRobynGobbel.com/SensoryWebinar::: Let's hang out this summer at two different trainings for professionals!Therapy with Kids with Big, Baffling Behaviors- June 1 & 2 in Syracuse, NY RobynGobbel.com/NYPresence in Practice- July 15, 16, & 17 in Rockford, MI (outside Grand Rapids) RobynGobbel.com/Michigan2026 :::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)
Summary Ali Damron shares a heartfelt personal journey through grief, caregiving, and resilience, offering insights into navigating loss and supporting others through difficult times. This episode emphasizes the importance of community, self-trust, and understanding the nervous system's role in healing. Key topics Personal story of loss and caregiving The nervous system's response to grief Strategies for emotional resilience and healing Takeaways Your body is not broken; it responds to stress and grief. Allow yourself to feel and process emotions without judgment. Support from community and loved ones is vital for healing. The nervous system plays a key role in how we experience grief. Sharing your story can help others feel less alone. Sound bites "Grief is a colander that slowly drips" "Our brain protects us with waves of grief" "Your body is not broken, it's responding" Chapters 00:00 Navigating Grief: A Personal Journey 09:47 The Impact of Grief on the Body and Mind 19:57 Coping Strategies and Community Support Resources David Kessler's grief resources - https://www.grief.com/ Ali Damron's website - https://alidamron.com/ Grief and Loss Podcast with Mel Robbins - https://www.melrobbins.com/podcasts Ali's Resources: Consults with Ali BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist. What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron
Most parents are running on empty — and no amount of supplements, bloodwork, or health hacks is fixing it. In this episode, Dr. Tony Ebel dedicates an entire conversation to parent health, revealing the number one missing test that conventional and functional medicine both overlook: HRV (Heart Rate Variability) testing. Dr. Tony breaks down the five zones of nervous system health, helps you identify exactly where you are, and gives you specific, actionable strategies for each zone — from the wound-up, hard-charging CrossFit parent all the way to the fully depleted, chronically ill parent in autonomic collapse. This episode is equal parts motivation and clinical roadmap. Your kids need you healthy. Here's how to get there.-----Links & Resources:Learn more about HRV and the INSiGHT Scanning Technology HERE-----Key Topics & Timestamps1:00 Why your health directly impacts your child's healing 3:45 The problem with conventional AND functional medicine labs 7:00 What is HRV and why Dr. Tony runs it three different ways on himself 19:00 Why you must know your specific zone — different categories require different solutions 29:00 The five zones explained — from regulated green to full autonomic collapse 31:00 Zone One: The wound-up, sympathetic-dominant parent + action steps 45:00 Zone Two: Wound up AND worn out — anxiety, brain fog, hormonal chaos + action steps 51:30 Zones Three & Four: Neurological exhaustion and autonomic collapse explained 55:00 Action steps for Zone Three — gentle care, clearing your schedule, vagus nerve support 1:01:30 Zone Four: Deep shutdown, panic attacks, autoimmune stacking + action steps 1:09:00 Overtime: Wearables vs. clinical HRV — how to use both correctly-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here
In this episode of Clover, I sit down with Marina Kay, an executive coach and breathwork practitioner who helps women lead, build, and grow their careers without burning themselves out in the process.Marina shares the story of her own career journey, from working in HR consulting and sitting in Fortune 500 boardrooms to experiencing the intense pressure of startup culture while working at WeWork during its rise and fall. Along the way, she began noticing the toll that chronic stress and anxiety were taking on her body. What started as a search for relief eventually led her into yoga teacher training, health coaching, and ultimately the work she does today helping women build nervous system resilience.We talk about the many ways anxiety and stress show up in the body, including signals many women overlook or normalize, like brain fog, poor sleep, digestion issues, and constant mental pressure. Marina explains how these patterns develop and why so many high-achieving women end up operating in survival mode without realizing it.We also dive into the power of breathwork and nervous system regulation. Marina shares how she introduces these practices to founders, executives, and high-performing professionals who are used to operating in high-pressure environments. She also walks through a few simple breathing practices that anyone can use during the workday to calm their nervous system and regain focus.This conversation is about more than stress management. It is about learning how to listen to your body, reconnect with yourself, and build a career and life that do not come at the cost of your well-being.Resources & MentionsWomen Who Breathe – Marina's website and online community with breathwork resources, practices, and coursesWomen Who Breathe Community – Free access to guided breathwork recordings, somatic practices, meditations, and nervous system toolsMarina Kay on LinkedIn – Connect with Marina professionallyWomen Who Breathe on Instagram and TikTok – Breathwork education, nervous system tips, and community updatesIn-person Austin breathwork session on March 10th - use code FIESTA for a discount on ticketsMarch 25th free virtual session for any women who want to experience breathwork from home.
I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Scott Sherr today. In our conversation, we explore the sympathetic spiral of doom that middle-aged women often experience during a pivotal time of life marked by constant shifts in mitochondrial health, hormones, and neurotransmitters. We explore what it is and how to reframe it, and offer advice on navigating that stage of life and setting the tone for the decades to follow. Join us for an empowering discussion where we share practical strategies to interrupt the spiral, reset your nervous system, avoid burnout, and shape the trajectory of your future. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why the intense practices promoted by wellness trends are not advisable for stressed-out individuals The importance of having a flexible nervous system that can rise under stress and return to parasympathetic calm How calming the nervous system improves your mental clarity, focus, and decision-making ability Many stress reactions may be more about how we respond than the actual event that occurred The value of doing micro-resets to regulate your emotions quickly How sighing, prolonged exhales, humming, and gargling stimulate the vagus nerve and strengthen the parasympathetic system Sleep is essential for supporting mitochondrial function, mood, and the ability to handle stress Fight-or-flight mode may damage your cellular energy systems 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 Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Scott Sherr On his website Troscriptions - Use promo code CYNTHIA10 for 10% off Health Optimization Medicine One Base Health Previous Episodes with Cynthia Thurlow and Dr. Scott Sherr Calm, Clear, & Balanced: How GABA & Progesterone Unlock Stress Relief & Hormone Harmony | S. Sherr The Future of Healing: HBOT, Methylene Blue & Cellular Regeneration | Dr. Scott Sherr
The wound between women is not just interpersonal. It is neurobiological, historical, and deeply rooted in systems that were designed to divide us. In this episode, Jennifer Wallace and Elisabeth Kristof are joined by Dr. Lovey Bradley, Msc.D., NSI certified practitioner, BrainBased facilitator, and facilitator of the NSI BIPOC Affinity Group, whose work sits at the intersection of female hormone health, nervous system regulation, and somatic approaches to trauma. Together, they go deep on one of the most underexplored dimensions of collective healing: the feminine wound, and specifically the racial fracture at its root. Lovey shares her own experience of dissociation in a predominantly white healing space during her NCAI certification, and what that revealed about epigenetic nervous system patterns that have nothing to do with individual will and everything to do with what our bodies have inherited and learned to expect. Jennifer and Elisabeth reflect honestly on their own experiences, including what it takes for white bodied women to pause, stop fixing, and actually listen without collapsing into shame or urgency. The conversation also traces the science behind why relational stress hits the female nervous system so hard, why oxytocin can amplify threat as much as it buffers it when relationships are unsafe, and how chronic cortisol dysregulation suppresses progesterone and drives the health outcomes so many women are navigating. Topic Include: Why the feminine wound cannot be fully healed without naming its racial roots How the nervous system adapts to chronic relational threat in female coded spaces What social baseline theory tells us about why disconnection between women is a physiological load, not just an emotional one How early experiences of exclusion, relational aggression, and peer victimization become nervous system prediction patterns in adulthood Why oxytocin amplifies relational stress when social environments are unsafe How high cortisol suppresses progesterone and drives inflammation, infertility, and hormonal dysregulation What it looks like for white bodied women to stay present without defaulting to shame, urgency, or over-repair Why healing within cultures must precede healing across them What a real path forward looks like, starting at the individual level Chapters 0:00 - Why Racial Trauma Is the Root We Are Not Talking About 1:05 - Welcome: The Feminine Wound Through a Nervous System Lens 3:48 - Introducing Dr. Lovey Bradley and Why This Conversation Matters 7:00 - How the Sister Wound Shows Up in Friendships, Workplaces, and Healing Spaces 10:21 - Dr. Lovey's Personal Story: Dissociating in a Predominantly White Healing Space 17:11 - Social Baseline Theory and the Neurobiology of Relational Disconnection 24:54 - The Historical Root: White Women, Racial Hierarchy, and the Fractured Sisterhood 27:26 - What It Takes for White Bodied Women to Listen Without Collapsing 34:14 - Colorism, Division Within Cultures, and Where Trust Has to Begin 43:08 - Early Developmental Roots: How Relational Threat Shapes the Nervous System 46:52 - Oxytocin, Cortisol, Progesterone, and the Female Hormone Connection 49:56 - A Path Forward: Building Trust One Relationship at a Time Ways to Engage with Neurosomatics: Neurosomatic Intelligence is now enrolling : https://neurosomaticintelligence.com/nsi-certification Join us for a two week trial of neurosomatic practices at rewiretrial.com Free BrainBased neurosomatic workshop for entrepreneurs at rewirecapacity.com Sacred Synapse: an educational YouTube channel founded by Jennifer Wallace that explores nervous system regulation, applied neuroscience, consciousness, and psychedelic preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Wayfinder Journal: Track nervous system patterns and support preparation and integration through Neurosomatic Intelligence. Learn to work with Boundaries at the level of the body and nervous system at https://www.boundaryrewire.com Resources that inform this episode: Coan, James A., Hillary S. Schaefer, and Richard J. Davidson. "Lending a Hand: Social Regulation of the Neural Response to Threat." Psychological Science, vol. 17, no. 12, 2006, pp. 1032–1039. Crick, Nicki R., and Jennifer K. Grotpeter. "Relational Aggression, Gender, and Social-Psychological Adjustment." Child Development, vol. 66, no. 3, 1995, pp. 710–722. Holt-Lunstad, Julianne, Timothy B. Smith, and J. Bradley Layton. "Social Relationships and Mortality Risk: A Meta-Analytic Review." PLOS Medicine, vol. 7, no. 7, 2010, e1000316. Miller, Jean Baker. Toward a New Psychology of Women. Beacon Press, 1976. Wellesley Centers for Women ed., 2012. Prinstein, Mitchell J., et al. 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"Social Support and Health: A Review of Physiological Processes Potentially Underlying Links to Disease Outcomes." Journal of Behavioral Medicine, vol. 29, no. 4, 2006, pp. 377–387. Disclaimer: Trauma Rewired podcast is intended to educate and inform but does not constitute medical, psychological or other professional advice or services. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your specific circumstances before making any decisions based on what you hear. We share our experiences, explore trauma, physical reactions, mental health and disease. If you become distressed by our content, please stop listening and seek professional support when needed. Do not continue to listen if the conversations are having a negative impact on your health and well-being. If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, or in mental health crisis and you are in the United States you can 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. If someone's life is in danger, immediately call 911. We do our best to stay current in research, but older episodes are always available. We don't warrant or guarantee that this podcast contains complete, accurate or up-to-date information. It's very important to talk to a medical professional about your individual needs, as we aren't responsible for any actions you take based on the information you hear in this podcast. We invite guests onto the podcast. Please note that we don't verify the accuracy of their statements. Our organization does not endorse third-party content and the views of our guests do not necessarily represent the views of our organization. We talk about general neuro-science and nervous system health, but you are unique. These are conversations for a wide audience. They are general recommendations and you are always advised to seek personal care for your unique outputs, trauma and needs. We are not doctors or licensed medical professionals. 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Send me a text! I'd LOVE to hear your feedback on this episode!Why were we less afraid in the 80s, even though life was objectively more dangerous? In this episode of Sandy K Nutrition Health & Lifestyle Queen Podcast, I explore the dramatic shift from the unfiltered, unsupervised, analog childhoods of the 80s to today's hyper‑connected, hyper‑observed digital world. I unpack how a generation raised on hallway politics, real‑world problem‑solving, and genuine anonymity developed naturally resilient nervous systems, while modern life is pushing us toward chronic fear, overstimulation, and emotional fragility.This episode blends nostalgia with grounded science to explain why so many people feel anxious, overwhelmed, and constantly “on alert.” I break down the psychological and biological forces shaping today's fear culture, including Mean World Syndrome, the Panopticon Effect, and the rise of safetyism. I also share a powerful moment about my almost-89‑year‑old father's wisdom, whose old‑school words reveal a truth our nervous systems desperately need: strategic information boundaries are not avoidance - they are biological protection.What makes this episode different is my scientifically and logically rooted solutions - practical, accessible, and grounded in nervous‑system physiology, metabolic stability, and behavioral psychology. These are not hacks or trends. They are evidence‑informed protocols anyone can follow to reduce digital overwhelm, rebuild competence, restore metabolic steadiness, and reconnect with the uncurated version of yourself that existed before life became a 24/7 performance.If you're tired of feeling overstimulated, anxious, or disconnected from your own strength, this episode offers a nostalgic and deeply practical roadmap back to resilience. It's a call to step out of performance mode, reclaim your internal locus of control, and rebuild the grounded, capable, unfiltered human you were always meant to be.If this resonated, tap follow, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and leave a quick review so more people can find the show. Your support helps us keep bringing thoughtful, balanced conversations to your ears each week.Support the showPlease rate & review my podcast with a few kind words on Apple or Spotify. Subscribe wherever you listen, share this episode with a friend, and follow me below. This truly gives back & helps me keep bringing amazing guests & topics every week.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sandyknutrition/Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/sandyknutritionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sandyknutritionYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIh48ov-SgbSUXsVeLL2qAgRumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-5461001Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandyknutrition/Substack: https://sandykruse.substack.com/Podcast Website: https://sandykruse.ca
In today's episode, Gina shares the last part of her interview with Dr. David Burns, a Stanford educated psychiatrist noted for his pioneering work in cognitive therapy and development of TEAM CBT, and evolution of cognitive therapy that can provide rapid recovery. Dr. Burns discusses a powerful therapeutic tool he uses known as the hidden emotion technique. Full of wisdom and experience, listen in to hear more insight from Dr. Burns today!Get Dr. Burns' Feeling Great app for free! Feeling Great Check out the many free anxiety resources at Feeling Good by David Burns, MDStillpoint Fridays is my once-a-week Friday note — a slower, more personal reflection that's different from what I share on the podcast.If you'd like a quiet place to land as the week winds down, you can join here: http://eepurl.com/bR2F9P or on our website anxietycoachespodcast.com and sign up for the newsletter.Please visit our Sponsor Page to find all the links and codes for our awesome sponsors! https://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.com/sponsors/Websitehttps://www.theanxietycoachespodcast.comJoin our community Group Coaching Join our Group Coaching Full or Mini Membership Program1:1 CoachingLearn more about our One-on-One CoachingIf you prefer to listen AD-FREE, try our Supercast premium access membership:Learn more about anxiety What is anxiety?Free Guided Meditation for Calming Your Anxious Mind 10-Minute Body-Scan Meditation for AnxietyChapters0:26 Welcome to the Podcast1:12 Understanding Anxiety's Hidden Emotions15:18 The Role of Shame in Anxiety21:49 Connecting Through Shared Humanity24:42 Future Topics and GoodbyeSummaryIn this episode, I continue my enlightening conversation with Dr. David Burns, renowned psychiatrist and author of pivotal works such as "Feeling Good" and "When Panic Attacks." Our dialogue delves into the intricacies of anxiety and the underlying emotions that often fuel it. I invite listeners to reflect on their relationship with anxiety and how to discern the subtle messages it communicates.A significant focus of our discussion is the Hidden Emotion Model—a technique I learned and refined during my training that unveils the repressed feelings driving anxiety. Dr. Burns eloquently explains how individuals, often conscientious and "nice," suppress emotions like fear, anger, and disappointment, which leads to heightened anxiety. By recognizing and articulating these hidden emotions, individuals can often alleviate their anxiety significantly. Dr. Burns shares a compelling vignette involving a man struggling with panic attacks after receiving unexpected news about parenthood. This example illustrates the necessity of acknowledging uncomfortable emotions to pave the way for healing.Our conversation also touches on the societal stigmas surrounding emotional expression, particularly for those who identify as "nice" people. Dr. Burns and I explore how mental health diagnostics can inadvertently contribute to feelings of shame and inadequacy among patients. It's a powerful reminder that many who battle anxiety face not only internal struggles but external societal pressures that may dictate how they should feel or behave.#Anxiety, #PanicAttacks, #MentalHealth, #CBT, #DrDavidBurns, #AnxietyCoachesPodcast, #FeelingGood, #FeelingGreat, #Psychology, #Mindfulness, #SelfHelp, #Recovery, #Wellness, #Healing, #StressRelief, #InnerPeace, #MentalWellness, #SelfCare, #Therapy, #Coaching, #EmotionalIntelligence, #NervousSystem, #OvercomingAnxiety, #PanicDisorder, #SocialAnxiety, #MentalHealthAwareness, #EndTheStigma, #GrowthMindset, #Authenticity, #Boundaries, #SelfLove, #IntrusiveThoughts, #OCD, #HealthAnxiety, #MindfulLiving, #Breathwork, #Meditation, #Zen, #Spirituality, #PersonalGrowth, #Resilience, #Empowerment, #HealthyMind, #AnxietyRelief, #StressManagement, #Psychotherapy, #Counseling, #WellnessJourney, #LifeCoaching, #MentalHealthMatters, #AnxietySupportSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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