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Craving love can connect us—or leave us vulnerable to harm we never saw coming. In this episode, I (Lisa Bilyeu) sit down with evolutionary anthropologist Dr. Anna Machin to peel back the science behind why we're drawn to love, why it can blind us to red flags, and how manipulators like narcissists and psychopaths use our own biology against us. With fascinating research, actionable advice, and hard-earned empathy, Anna breaks down not only how we get trapped but also the precise path out—so you can reclaim your confidence, trust your instincts, and invite in the healthy love you deserve. SHOWNOTES How love can biologically blind you to manipulation—and what to do about it The “dark triad”: What makes narcissists, psychopaths, and Machiavellians so dangerous in relationships Why our brains shut down red flag detection at the euphoric start of falling in love The addictive chemistry of love: Oxytocin, dopamine, serotonin, and beta-endorphin explained How emotional abusers isolate you and make you question your reality The real science behind jealousy, what it signals, and when it turns toxic Understanding attachment styles and why anxious-preoccupied types are more vulnerable What makes leaving so hard (hint: withdrawal and isolation) and how to rebuild your life afterward The crucial role of friends, support networks, and self-trust after an abusive relationship Hope after heartbreak: Why real, healthy love is still out there for you FOLLOW DR. ANNA MACHIN:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_annamachinWebsite: https://www.annamachin.comBook: “Why We Love: The Definitive Guide to the Most Fundamental Need” (available at major retailers) CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS OneSkin: Get 15% off with code LISA at https://oneskin.co BIOptimizers: Code IMPACTNOW for 15% off https://bioptimizers.com/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/lisa Macy's: Upgrade your glam at https://macys.com SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/woi to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code WOI. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping! Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code WOI at check out. FOLLOW LISA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/womenofimpact Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisa_bilyeu?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What does it really take to have a good birth in a hospital?In this episode, I'm joined by Care Messer, Founder of the Birth Education Center in San Diego. She's a certified hypnobirthing instructor, a DONA-certified doula, and a childbirth educator who also trains doulas. Care teaches engaging, partner-friendly online classes that have helped many families prepare for birth with more clarity and confidence.We get into what it means to prepare early, why most women don't realize how much choice they actually have, and what it looks like to create a safe, grounded birth experience inside a hospital system. From power dynamics with providers to the small, practical things that shift your sense of safety, this conversation breaks down what women and their partners need to know before walking through those hospital doors.You'll Learn:Why choosing the right hospital and provider early changes everythingWhat it feels like to enter a system where you're treated as room number instead of a person giving birthWhy staying home longer in early labor can dramatically shift your hospital experienceThe surprising link between hospital C-section rates and NICU levelsHow eye masks, dim lights, and warm blankets keep your body in labor modeWhen partners step into the role of protector and advocate in the birth roomThe quiet damage of being a passive participant versus owning your birth decisionsWhy hospital classes often train you to be a “good patient” instead of giving you real optionsHow listening to birth stories helps you recognize and avoid common intervention cascadesTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[03:00] How preparation and safety shape the hospital birth experience[09:22] Rethinking what safety really means in birth[13:01] Choosing the right hospital, provider, and birth team[20:20] The partner's role in protecting space and shifting power dynamics[36:37] Practical ways to protect labor hormones in a hospital birth[50:15] Arming with education and optimizing the hospital environment for laborResources Mentioned:Episode 65: All About VBAC pt.1: Perspectives from an OB, Midwife, and Doula with Care Messer | Spotify or AppleBirth Education Center | WebsiteBucky Eye Mask | AmazonThe Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. | Book or AudiobookMen, Love & Birth by Mark Harris | Book or AudiobookLabor Like A Goddess by Alexandria Moran and Lauren Mahana | BookBirth Psychology | WebsiteMorgan's First Birth | VideoLearn more about the Birth Education Care by visiting their website, YouTube channel, and Facebook page.Follow Care on Instagram, LinkedIn and listen to her Podcast on Apple or Spotify.Find more from Leah:Leah Gordon | InstagramLeah Gordon | WebsiteLeah Gordon | WebsiteFind more from Morgan:Morgan MacDermott | InstagramMorgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER
A revolution in skincare has arrived, and it's changing the way we think about beauty from the inside out. Meet XOMD – the first true mood-ceutical skincare line that's bridging the gap between emotional wellbeing and physical appearance through the science of oxytocin.Dr. Sabrina Fabi joins us to share the fascinating journey behind creating this groundbreaking product line with her husband, a fellow aesthetic physician. Their lightbulb moment came during Dr. Fabi's pregnancy when she noticed her skin maintained its radiance despite pausing her usual treatments. The culprit? Oxytocin – the "bonding hormone" that not only helps mothers connect with their babies but also creates that coveted pregnancy glow.The science is compelling: people with naturally higher oxytocin levels appear approximately three years younger than their peers. XOMD's proprietary jasmine-derived peptide mimics this effect by binding to oxytocin receptors in the skin's epidermis, creating remarkable improvements in radiance, hydration, and inflammation. Clinical trials revealed not just visible skin benefits, but significant emotional impacts – users reported 87% increased confidence and reduced social anxiety after just eight weeks.What makes this approach truly revolutionary is its dual-action pathway. Unlike most skincare ingredients that work solely on the skin's surface, XOMD's formula creates a positive feedback loop between skin receptors and the brain's hypothalamus. This connection makes it particularly valuable for women experiencing hormonal transitions like menopause, when declining estrogen reduces natural oxytocin receptor binding capacity.The elegantly designed product line – featuring Detox Cleanser, Intoxicate Serum, and Arouse Moisturizer – delivers professional-grade results while maintaining incredible gentleness. Even post-procedure patients report accelerated healing and reduced redness, sometimes eliminating the need for follow-up treatments.Ready to experience skincare that transforms both how you look and how you feel? Discover the science of emotional beauty with XOMD – where confidence and radiance begin at the cellular level.Let's Connect! * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/premierderm/* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/premierdermatology* Website: https://premierderm.netPremier Dermatology is located in Bentonville, Fayetteville, & Bella Vista, Arkansas!
Daily Power Affirmations for your Creative Maniac Mind (in 60 Seconds)
Click here to Shop Affirmation Decks, Oracle Decks, and more! Use Promo code: RCPODCAST20 for 20% off your first order! Today's Power Affirmation: As I give to others, my life becomes fulfilled. Today's Oracle of Motivation: When you give something to another person, whether material or in service, a physiological response happens within you. A warm fuzzy feeling creeps in and helps you make sexy time with your happiness. Your brain releases pleasure endorphins, including oxytocin, which lowers stress. Oxytocin makes you feel more connected to others, which is why good deeds are often paid forward. The greatest gift to yourself is a gift to someone else. Pay it forward! Designed to Motivate Your Creative Maniac Mind The 60-Second Power Affirmations Podcast is designed to help you focus, affirm your visions, and harness the power within your creative maniac mind! Join us every Monday and Thursday for a new 60-second power affirmation followed by a blast of oracle motivation from the Universe (+ a quick breathing meditation). It's time to take off your procrastination diaper and share your musings with the world! For more musings, visit RageCreate.com Leave a Review & Share! Apple Podcast reviews are one of THE most important factors for podcasts. If you enjoy the show, please take a second to leave the show a review on Apple Podcasts! Click this link: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Hit “Listen on Apple Podcasts” on the left-hand side under the picture. Scroll down under “Ratings & Reviews” & click “Write A Review” Leave an honest review. You're awesome!
In this episode, Anthony Hartcher delves into the universal experience of loneliness in the digital age and unpacks the paradox of feeling “connected” even as we grow more isolated. He highlights why meeting face-to-face nurtures deeper bonds, trust, and genuine vulnerability. Along the way, Anthony explains how mirror neurons underpin our ability to empathise and learn from others, and he shows how stepping back and letting people solve their own problems can actually empower them. Ultimately, he argues that embracing every facet of who we are—and recognising those same parts in others—is the key to cultivating authentic, integrated relationships. TakeawaysLoneliness is a subjective experience, not defined by external factors.Social media creates a false sense of connection through highlight reels.In-person interactions allow for deeper conversations and connections.Trust and vulnerability are essential for meaningful relationships.Oxytocin plays a key role in feeling connected to others.Mirror neurons help us understand and relate to others' behaviors.Judging others often reflects our own unacknowledged feelings.Disempowering others can lead to their personal growth and resourcefulness.Integration of the self is crucial for authentic connections.Feeling at one with oneself is the first step to connecting with others.Beyond This Conversation Consider how these ideas play out across different generations—from teens to retirees—and in settings like the workplace, classrooms, or community groups. Reflect on the role of video calls and hybrid gatherings: Can digital platforms ever approximate the trust and oxytocin release that come from in-person moments? Think about practical steps to practice “empowerment over rescue” in your own relationships and discover how small boundary shifts can foster resilience and growth. Don't forget to like, comment, and follow for more health tips and wellness. Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/meandmywellness/ Facebook: / https://www.facebook.com/meandmywellness.com.au X (Twitter): / https://twitter.com/meandmywellness LinkedIn: / https://www.linkedin.com/company/me&my-wellness/ About me&my health up & Anthony Hartcher: me&my health up seeks to enhance and enlighten the well-being of others. Host Anthony Hartcher is the CEO of me&my wellness which provides holistic health solutions using food as medicine, combined with a holistic, balanced, lifestyle approach. Anthony holds three bachelor's degrees in Complementary Medicine; Nutrition and Dietetic Medicine; and Chemical Engineering. Chapters00:00 Understanding Loneliness in the Digital Age02:52 The Importance of In-Person Connections06:00 Building Trust and Deeper Relationships08:45 Mirror Neurons and Self-Reflection11:36 Empowerment Through Struggle14:14 Integrating the Whole Self for Connection17:15 Conclusion and Call to Action
For this months edition of Acoustic pleasure we welcome on board Swedish producer Bjorn Fogelberg. Bjorn is a Swedish Music Producer, UX Designer, and Writer. His journey into the world of electronic music began in the mid-80s when he learned how to make music on a Commodore 64 computer. In addition to being featured in films such as How to Stop Being a Loser, Björn's music has also been used in computer games; Deep Sea Tycoon: Diver's Paradise, Super Laser Racer, Club Penguin, and the arcade game Pump it up pro 2. He has since gone on to have releases on labels such as Dissident music, Oxytocin records as well as his own label Xakk records. This mix is loaded with goodies including some of his own productions and also his sometime collaborator John Keding. Expect some deep and driving progressive grooves on this months show from this upcoming talent. Yours truly provides his usual top selection to get things moving
Bianca Dorner ist Oberösterreichs erste Kuscheltherapeutin. In dieser Folge erzählt sie, wie aus einer Krankenschwester mit Long-Covid eine mutige Gründerin wurde und warum Kuscheln kein Luxus, sondern ein Grundbedürfnis ist. Oxytocin, Einsamkeit, Kuschelpartys & KlientInnen von 18 bis 85. Ein Gespräch, das berührt.
EP. 228: Grab my FREE 4 Part Video Series: GLP1s Uncovered: https://bit.ly/GLP1uncovered On this episode, I'm chatting with my amazing friend Dr. Anna Cabeca, the Girlfriend Doctor. She's triple board-certified in gynecology and obstetrics, integrative medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine, with over 30 years of experience in functional medicine, sexual health, and bioidentical hormone replacement. Dr. Anna and I cover the world of oxytocin, vaginal health, and women's hormones. We cover everything from pain management to intimacy, topicals, and how to navigate menopause without overmedicalizing it. This is such a fun, informative, and honest conversation. Topics Discussed: → What is oxytocin and why is it important for women's health? → How can vaginal health impact intimacy and hormone balance? → What are safe and effective ways to use oxytocin? → How does menopause affect hormones, connection, and wellbeing? → What are the best strategies for managing pelvic floor health and vaginal atrophy? Sponsored By: → BIOptimizers | For 15% off go to bioptimizers.com/drtyna and use promo code DRTYNA → LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at drinklmnt.com/drtyna. Find your favorite LMNT flavor, or share with a friend. → LVLUP | Head over to LVLUPHealth.com and use code DRTYNA at checkout to get 20% off your order sitewide. → Timeline | Head to timeline.com/DRTYNA and get 20% off with code DRTYNA → Liver Love | Go to https://store.drtyna.com/products/liverlove Use code LIVER20 for 20% off On This Episode We Cover: → 00:00:00 - Introduction → 00:01:49 - Importance of oxytocin → 00:04:41 - Uses & dosing of oxytocin → 00:09:49 - Overcoming pain → 00:16:39 - Lowering cortisol → 00:20:44 - Sunlight, infrared light, + mood → 00:22:00 - Community, pleasure, hormones → 00:30:37 - Oxytocin & women's hormones → 00:38:15 - Not medicalizing menopause → 00:42:07 - Menopause's impact on the family → 00:44:40 - Prioritizing connection → 00:48:02 - Withholding oxytocin → 00:50:06 - Intimacy and sexual health → 00:54:09 - Vaginal health → 00:55:37 - Vaginal atrophy → 01:01:54 - Pelvic floor integrity → 01:02:36 - Lichen Sclerosus → 01:06:34 - More than estradiol & estriol → 01:11:12 - Chronic UTIs → 01:14:56 - Topical hormones Further Listening: → EP: 227 | How I Broke Free From The Pain Trap | Solo Check Out Dr. Anna: → Website → Instagram → YouTube → Dr. Anna's Julva Moisturizer Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal or other supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. Information provided in this blog/podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast by you does not create a doctor-patient relationship between you and Dr. Tyna Moore. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.
NOW it all makes sense - and it's backed by science! ONE little hormone, or the lack of it has changed you. And that my friend - is it. Your lack of sleep, your lack- or seeming lack - of empathy, potential heart trouble - and that general feeling that everyone else can suck a lemon - because you're going to do what you want now. All explained. According to the Harvard article, What is oxytocin? "Oxytocin is a hormone that's produced in the hypothalamus and released into the bloodstream by the pituitary gland. Its main function is to facilitate childbirth, which is one of the reasons it is called the "love drug" or "love hormone." Oxytocin, like endorphins or serotonin, is a type of hormone in your body that promotes positive feelings.” And according to the Journal of Endocrinology, “Oxytocin is a neurohormone that regulates emotionality, social behaviors, and fundamental physiological systems. Localization of oxytocin receptors in the brain, reproductive tissues, bone, and heart support their role in mental health and potentially sleep, along with reproductive and cardiovascular functions.” Scientific references discussed: https://joe.bioscientifica.com/view/journals/joe/262/1/JOE-23-0396.xml https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/oxytocin-the-love-hormone Thank you for joining me today! I'm having a blast creating Fabulous Over 50 & it would be an honor to have you share it with someone who would enjoy it. Thank you! Want more? Go to the website and you'll find many ways to live your best life over 50! I'd love to hear what you think about this episode, and what you'd like to hear about in the future. Send me a message HERE. Have a blessed week, Jen Want to connect? You can find me in the following places: JenHardy.net Facebook Instagram LinkedIn
Mastering Life's Adventures: Being Your Best Self Through Soul Evolution!
In this enlightening episode, we welcome Loretta Bruning, founder of the Intermammal Institute and author of 'Habits of a Happy Brain.' Loretta delves deep into the intricate relationship between brain impulses and soul growth. Learn about the role of happy chemicals like serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphins in shaping our behaviors, and discover how experiences in childhood and adolescence wire our brains. This discussion also explores how we can consciously rewire our brains for better habits, the importance of balancing immediate and long-term gratification, and the profound journey of integrating the physical brain with spiritual growth. Tune in to understand how we can harness our mammalian brain and elevate our lives through intentional soul evolution.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:05 Loretta's Background and Academic Psychology02:35 Animal Behavior and Brain Wiring03:23 Motivation and Soul's Role05:25 Neuroplasticity and Rewiring the Brain08:20 Managing Impulses and Threat Chemicals22:22 Childhood Wiring and Self-Compassion29:32 Social Comparison and Animal Training37:58 Oxytocin and Psychological Safety41:42 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsLoretta Graziano Breuning, PhD, is author of Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain Your Brain to Boost Your Serotonin, Dopamine, Oxytocin and Endorphin Levels. She's Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and Professor Emerita of Management at California State University, East Bay. Dr. Breuning's many books, videos and podcasts explain the brain chemistry we've inherited from earlier mammals. It shows that our "happy chemicals" evolved for specific jobs, not to flow all the time for no reason. Our brain is not designed to produce constant happiness, yet Dr. Breuning's work explains the natural way to enhance our power over these chemicals. Her ten books are translated into sixteen languages. Before teaching, Loretta worked for the United Nations in Africa. Today, she gives zoo tours on animals behavior, after serving as a Docent at the Oakland Zoo. The Inner Mammal Institute offers videos, podcasts, books, blogs, multimedia, a training program, and a free five-day happy-chemical jumpstart.
What if you could shift your child's behavior not with consequences, but with calm? What if the most powerful tool you have is love—biochemically speaking? In this eye-opening episode, Colleen O'Grady welcomes trauma and adoption expert Bryan Post to unpack the neuroscience behind stress and connection in parenting. Bryan explains how fear-based reactions (driven by cortisol) and love-based responses (driven by oxytocin) shape our children's behaviors—and our reactions to them. Drawing from his own story as an adoptee, Bryan introduces the concept of “stress-sensitive children,” emphasizing that behaviors we label as “bad” often stem from unhealed trauma and unconscious grief. Through vivid stories and science-backed insights, Bryan offers simple, powerful shifts moms can make—starting with breathing—to transform stress into connection. Bryan Post is one of the nation's leading experts on child behavior, trauma, and adoption. An adoptee and former foster child himself, Bryan founded Fear to Love LLC and developed the Fear to Love Method, a neuroscience-based, love-focused approach to parenting children with challenging behaviors. He's a therapist, speaker, and bestselling author of From Fear to Love and co-author of Beyond Consequences, Logic, and Control. He is also the creator of Bondify the first AI-powered trauma-informed parenting support app. All behavior arises from a state of stress. Underneath every meltdown or defiance is a nervous system overwhelmed by fear, often from unexpressed trauma or grief—sometimes passed down for generations. Oxytocin is the antidote to cortisol. Just as stress creates fear-driven behaviors, connection creates calm. Nurturing relationships, not consequences, help regulate the brain. Breathe first. Respond second. When parents slow down and breathe, they can shift their vibration from fear to love. That energy change alone can stop a four-year tantrum cycle in its tracks. Learn more at https://www.bryanpost.com/ Follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bryanpostofficial/?hl=en Check out https://bondify.ai/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SEXUAL HEALTH SATURDAY: Robert and Anna from Shameless Care called in to talk all about their new female arousal tablets that are now available and what they do as well as talk about HSV 1 vs 2, uti treatments and more. Tune in to hear them discuss their new Shameless Chemistry tablets for women and what they have in them, what they do for women and when something similar will be available for guys, the oxytocin hormone and what it does for women when it's released naturally, STI and the things that can increase your chances of getting one, herpes of the finger and how and why dentists had to change their ways, hsv 1 vs. hsv2 and how they can and cannot get passed on, the meds you can take for HSV and how it works, how and why women get utis and how and why it's important to take care of it immediately, their emergency uti treatment and how fast you can get it and how fast it works, ho and why they recently offered their uti treatment at a hotel take over and the response they got, how the medical community figured out that Viagra was getting guys hard, how and why they decided to start their own sexual health podcast called Shameless Care plus a whole lot more. To get $15 OFF your female arousal tablets and more, use code STRICTLY here: https://shamelesscare.sjv.io/xLQ3Jv **To see HOT pics of my female guests + hear anonymous confessions + get all the episodes early and AD FREE, join my Patreon! It's only $7 a month and you can cancel at any time. You can sign up here: https://www.patreon.com/StrictlyAnonymousPodcast and when you join, I'll throw in a complimentary link to my private Discord! MY BOOK IS NOW OUT FOR PRE-ORDER!!!! Strictly Anonymous Confessions: Secret Sex Lives of Total Strangers. A bunch of short, super sexy, TRUE stories. GET YOUR COPY NOW: https://amzn.to/4i7hBCd To join SDC and get a FREE Trial! click here: https://www.sdc.com/?ref=37712 or go to SDC.com and use my code 37712 Want to be on the show? Email me at strictlyanonymouspodcast@gmail.com or go to http://www.strictlyanonymouspodcast.com and click on "Be on the Show" Have something quick you want to confess while remaining anonymous? Call the CONFESSIONS hotline at 347-420-3579. You can call 24/7. All voices are changed. Sponsors: https://viia.co/STRICTLYANON Try VIIA and use code STRICTLYANON for great SEX and sleep https://butterwellness.com/ Use the code “STRICTLY” at checkout for 20% off your entire order https://liferx.md Start your transformation now and get $50 OFF your first month, use code: ANONYMOUS https://vb.health To get 10% off Load Boost and Drive Boost by VB Health use code: STRICTLY https://bluechew.com Get your first month of the new Blewchew Max FREE! use code: STRICTLYANON https://beducate.me/pd2520-anonymous Use code: ANONYMOUS to get 50% off your yearly pass plus get a 14-day money-back guarantee Follow me! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/strictanonymous/ Twitter https://twitter.com/strictanonymous?lang=en Website: http://www.strictlyanonymouspodcast.com/ Everything else https://linktr.ee/Strictlyanonymouspodcas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
For more info on how I can help you, visit my site BetterByDrBrooke. The love hormone, the cuddle hormone, the hormone of bonding. Not much bad to say about oxytocin! However, with so many new, compounded hormones easily available on the internet, you may be wondering if you should be taking oxytocin. I cover challenges with oxytocin delivery methods and how to naturally raise it on your own, including common recommendations like hugging but also how the interplay with cortisol might be your biggest needle mover when it comes to boosting this amazing hormone naturally.. Grab the Midlife Is More Than HRT guide free right here if like me, midlife didn't feel quite like you expected. And be sure to listen to episodes #438 and #439 which were all about the mess that can be midlife and my 3G+4R process to tackle it! Stuff I Know You Will Love If you are looking for an expert prescriber for HRT during your perimenopause or menopause journey but are at odds with your local provider being a bit behind current best practices or you simply can't find anyone near you to help, it is MIDI to the rescue! I've worked with a number of telehealth services in my search for providers that are up to date on modern menopause medicine, have great customer service and who are licensed in all 50 states and I'm so thrilled to have found my provider with MIDI. If you too need help with getting HRT please use this link bit.ly/drbrookemidi to try MIDI with no membership fees and insurance billing available. Be sure you connect with me in my FREE PRIVATE Facebook group: Hormones & Happiness with Dr Brooke where other amazing, like-minded women like YOU are already hanging out! Join us! Follow Dr Brooke on Instagram and get signed up for my awesome emails here. Seriously, I write really great emails, or so 1000s of women tell me and I'd like to send you one too. To work with Dr Brooke click here and if you loved this episode please leave a review!
This week on Inspire Change, Gunter drives the conversation this week to: Masculinity Rewired What Neuroscience teaches about men's brains. Please see reference notes, sources and exercise options for you to this episodes here:Inspire Change with Gunter – Listener Resource SheetEpisode Title: Masculinity Rewired: What Neuroscience Teaches Us About Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, and ConnectionKey Studies Mentioned• Draganski, B., et al. (2006). Temporal and spatial dynamics of brain structure changes during extensive learning. Nature, 427, 311–312.• Goldin, P. R., et al. (2013). The neural bases of emotion regulation: Reappraisal and suppression of negative emotion. Biological Psychiatry, 63(6), 577–586.• Lieberman, M. D., et al. (2007). Putting feelings into words: Affect labeling disrupts amygdala activity. Psychological Science, 18(5), 421–428.• Scott, W. A., et al. (2015). Cognitive flexibility as a protective factor in emotional adjustment. Journal of Research in Personality, 55, 39–47.• Feldman, R., et al. (2010). Oxytocin and the development of parenting in humans. Biological Psychiatry, 68(4), 377–382.• Waldinger, R., & Schulz, M. (2018). The Harvard Study of Adult Development: Relationship quality and health outcomes. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 115(5), 810–825.• Schonert-Reichl, K. A., et al. (2015). Enhancing cognitive and social-emotional development through a simple-to-administer mindfulness-based program for elementary school children. Developmental Psychology, 51(1), 52–66.• Zak, P. J. (2015). The neuroscience of trust. Harvard Business Review, 93(1–2), 84–90.Practical Exercises• Affect Labeling: Spend 2 minutes a day naming your emotions out loud or in a journal.• Perspective Switching: In conflict situations, generate at least two alternative explanations for the other person's behaviour.• Connection Boost: Schedule one shared activity each week with a friend, partner, or child — no screens, just presence.• Mindfulness Micro-Practice: Spend 3 minutes focusing on your breath, noticing sensations without judgment.Try This Week- Choose one exercise from above and commit to doing it daily for 7 days. Track your emotional awareness, adaptability, and sense of connection before and after the week.This week's gratitude goes out to those of you listening in Oklahoma and Arkansas. We want to thank the listeners in Fayetteville Arkansas and Ada Oklahoma as you brought your states to the Top 15 Global Listeners List. CONGRATULATIONS !!!!!We thank for tuning in and promoting positive social change. This makes you a part of Gunter's efforts in transforming not only men's lives but lives in general and we are grateful you have joined us. I, DeVonna Prinzi the Co-Exec Producer and our Showrunner Miranda Spigener-Sapon sincerely thank you and ask that you please take the time to like, follow, subscribe, and share as your efforts make a difference to everyone here at Inspire Change with Gunter. Please remember If you want to share your story of social change, feel free to reach out to the show directly. Please see the show-notes for our contact information. As always thank you to each and every one of our listeners, but most importantly please keep Inspiring positive social change.On a side note: Gunter Swoboda and Lorin Josephson's neo-noir/supernatural thriller novel Amulets of Power, Book I A Brian Poole Mystery is officially ON SALE EVERYWHERE you like to get book, but if you want a discount please consider ording direct. 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Send us a textThe invisible threads that connect us to our animal companions run deeper than we often realize. This compelling exploration of the pet-human bond reveals how our furry, feathered, and finned friends transform our mental wellbeing through neurochemical pathways that science is only beginning to understand.When you stroke your cat's fur or feel your dog's head resting on your lap, something remarkable happens in your brain. Oxytocin—the bonding hormone—floods your system while stress hormones simultaneously decrease. What's fascinating is that the same chemical reaction occurs in your pet's brain too, creating a mutual healing exchange. This symbiotic relationship explains why 80% of people instinctively turn to their pets during moments of loneliness.Beyond the comfort they provide at home, pets create natural bridges to human connection. The simple act of walking a dog or discussing pet care with others fosters community engagement that might otherwise remain elusive, especially for those struggling with isolation or social anxiety. Veterans paired with service animals experience dramatic improvements in sleep quality, family relationships, and even employment prospects. Meanwhile, studies of Alzheimer's patients show remarkable benefits from simply eating meals in rooms with fish tanks—consuming more food and exhibiting fewer behavioral issues.The journey of pet ownership isn't without its heartaches. The inevitable loss of a beloved animal companion teaches us valuable lessons about grief and resilience. As one therapist beautifully explains, this experience parallels kintsugi—the Japanese art of mending broken items with gold. Through loss, we emerge changed but somehow more complete, having learned how to love unconditionally and navigate profound attachment. While taking on the responsibility of pet ownership requires careful consideration of financial and emotional commitments, the therapeutic benefits make it a worthwhile endeavor for anyone seeking improved mental health and emotional connection in an increasingly disconnected world.FIND ME:My Website: https://motorcityhypnotist.com/podcastMy social media links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/motorcityhypnotist/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCjjLNcNvSYzfeX0uHqe3gATwitter: https://twitter.com/motorcityhypnoInstagram: motorcityhypnoFREE HYPNOSIS GUIDEhttps://detroithypnotist.convertri.com/podcast-free-hypnosis-guidePlease also subscribe to the show and leave a review.(Stay with me as later in the podcast, I'll be giving away a free gift to all listeners!)Change your thinking, change your life!Laugh hard, run fast, be kind. David R. Wright MA, LPC, CHTThe Motor City Hypnotist
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Today on the podcast: two sprays, two very different promises. One's meant to boost human connection. The other? A firestorm in your mouth. We're reviewing oxytocin and chilcuague — science, effects, and whether they're worth the hype. My guest is journalist Jenny Valentish. Check out Jenny's amazing new book (which I feature in) here The Introvert's Guide to Leaving the House: Solid advice for introverts, awkwards, sociophobes and stand-offishes THIS REVIEW SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: BiOptimizers Sleep Breakthrough and Magnesium Breakthrough These are BIOptimizers sleep and magnesium supplements which I take every night. I have also been using the new Magnesium Breakthrough drink - delicious way to get magnesium. I have been putting a scoop in my protein shake after a workout. Just go to BIOptimizers.com/tony and use code TONY15 for at least 15% off (often more). Code works worldwide, and on all their products. Follow Jenny Valentish on Instagram.
In this episode, Sathiya Sam discusses the neurochemical aspects of porn addiction and recovery. He emphasizes the roles of dopamine, oxytocin, and serotonin in addiction and provides a structured protocol for resetting these chemicals post-relapse. The conversation highlights the importance of environment, connection, and fulfilling activities in the recovery process. Watch the Video on Youtube Click Here For Our Youtube Channel Know more about Sathiya's work: JOIN DEEP CLEAN INNER CIRCLE Got a Question? Submit It Anonymously Through This Form Get A Free Copy of The Last Relapse, A Blueprint For Recovery Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to the Podcast and Content Overview (01:24) Understanding Dopamine and Its Role in Addiction (05:13) The Importance of Oxytocin in Recovery (07:52) Resetting Serotonin for Fulfillment (10:32) Implementing the Recovery Protocol
Hello my gorgeous angels, and welcome back to another episode of The Money Mindset & Manifestation Podcast!This episode is inspired by a powerful session with one of my private clients who had no idea that love and money were energetically connected, and honestly, most people don't. But once you understand how they mirror one another, it becomes the biggest unlock for manifesting more money, deeper love, and a wildly abundant life.Inside, I break down how your ability to receive love and money is formed in childhood, how your relationship with your father influences your money story (yes, really!), and what to do if you feel stuck in lack, fear, or undeservingness in either area. I'm sharing client stories, personal breakthroughs, and the exact steps to shift from lack to love so you can attract it all.In this episode, you'll learn:Why love and money are two sides of the same energetic coinHow your receiving blueprint is formed in early childhoodThe connection between your relationship with your father and money (this one will blow your mind)How to identify the core belief keeping you in lackA step-by-step method to clear limiting beliefs and reprogram your self-worthHow to shift from scarcity to abundance in minutesYou can't think your way out of lack. You have to feel your way into love.Feel it to receive it:Shift your vibration with these 5 powerful tools:→ Nature walks→ Movement & dancing→ Gratitude practice→ Acts of service→ Oxytocin-boosting puppy cuddles Resources:Clear the Fear Certification: Help others clear their limiting beliefs and become a certified practitioner! [Link to certification]Higher Self App: Dive deeper into recalibrating your mind and clearing your subconscious blocks. [Link to app]Follow Marley's YouTube ChannelFollow Marley on Instagram Follow along with Marley at @marleyroseharris, view her website at marleyrose.ca, or send her an email to hello@marleyrose.ca! Submitting a review? Screen shot your review and send it to hello@marleyrose.ca to get your free track to clear any blocks to manifest your desires! Thank you
Why is community so challenging? Why are we so prone to hide? And what can we learn from God's design for our brain?In week 2 of Neurotheology. Ryan teaches us about oxytocin and God's design for community, connection, and confidence.
My guest is Dr. Nirao Shah, MD, PhD, a professor of psychiatry, behavioral sciences and neurobiology at Stanford University School of Medicine. We discuss how the brains of males and females differ and how those differences arise from different genes and hormones during fetal development, in childhood and adulthood. We discuss what drives male- versus female-specific behaviors and how hormonal fluctuations across the lifespan, including puberty, the menstrual cycle, menopause and aging – affect behavior, cognition and health. Additionally, we discuss how biology relates to gender identity and the impact of hormone therapies on brain circuits that regulate mating, parenting and social bonding. Read the episode show notes at hubermanlab.com. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Maui Nui: https://mauinuivenison.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman LMNT: https://drinklmnt.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Timestamps 00:00:00 Nirao Shah 00:02:11 Mice, Humans & Brain, Biological Conservation 00:05:25 Hormones, Nature vs Nurture 00:07:13 Biological Sex Differences, Chromosomes & SRY Gene, Hormones 00:16:01 Sponsors: Maui Nui & Eight Sleep 00:19:09 Androgen Mutations, Feminization & Masculinization 00:22:04 SRY Gene; Animals & Sexual Trans-Differentiation 00:27:49 Hormones & Biological Brain Differentiation 00:31:22 Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia, Androstenedione; Stress & Pregnancy 00:35:56 Genes, Brain Differentiation & Sexual Identity; Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia 00:43:37 Testosterone, Estrogen & Brain Circuits 00:47:27 Sponsors: AG1 & LMNT 00:50:36 Intersex Individuals, Castration 00:52:23 Female Sexual Behavior, Brain, Testosterone & Pheromones 00:57:58 Identify as Heterosexual or Homosexual, Difference in Hormone Levels? 01:00:42 Gender, Sexual Orientation & Hormones; Hormone Replacement Therapy 01:10:21 Aromatization; Steroid Hormones & Gene Expression 01:15:00 Kids & Changing Gender Identity 01:19:05 Sexual Behavior, Refractory Period & Male Brain, Tacr1 Cells 01:21:31 Sponsor: Function 01:23:19 Hypothalamus, Dopamine, Prolactin, Cabergoline, Libido, Dopamine 01:27:05 Brain Circuits, Aggression & Sexual Behavior 01:32:40 Refractory Period; Age, Testosterone & Libido 01:36:07 Tacr1 Cells in Females, Periaqueductal Gray & Innate Behaviors 01:40:00 Parenting Behaviors & Brain Circuits; Pet Dogs 01:43:12 Oxytocin, Pair Bonding, Vasopressin; Biological Redundancy 01:47:22 Libido, Melanocortin, Tacr1 Neurons; GLP-1 Agonists, Clinical Trials; Kisspeptin 01:56:43 Female Brain Changes, Menstrual Cycle, Pregnancy, Menopause; Estrogen; Men & Hormone Fluctuation? 02:04:10 Life Experience Male vs Female, Sex Recognition, Behaviors & Context 02:16:05 Pain Management; Endocrine Disrupters, Gender Identity 02:21:03 Future Projects 02:24:29 Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow & Reviews, Sponsors, YouTube Feedback, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Dr. Rena Malik, MD is joined by neuroscientist Dr. Jim Pfaus to explore the neuroscience of sexual attraction, desire, and bonding. They discuss how early sexual experiences shape our preferences, the role of dopamine and oxytocin in relationships, the impact of hookup culture and pornography, and the science behind sexual synchrony. Listeners will gain insightful perspectives on the brain's influence over intimacy, pleasure, and partner connection, along with practical takeaways for fostering deeper relationships. Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content: renamalik.supercast.com Schedule an appointment with me: https://www.renamalikmd.com/appointments ▶️Chapters: 00:00:00 Introduction 00:00:26 Guest background & episode topics 00:01:43 Brain and sexual attraction 00:06:39 First sexual experiences 00:12:08 Navigating bad sexual experiences 00:15:18 Masturbation, porn, and impact 00:23:17 Sexual synchrony and bonding 00:33:31 Orgasm: brain chemistry 00:44:09 Semen retention & arousal 00:51:34 Porn, compulsion, and addiction 01:01:04 Oxytocin and bonding 01:12:20 Neuroplasticity, love, and long-term relationships 01:22:36 Sexual trauma and healing the brain 01:33:10 How hookup culture rewires desire 01:42:44 Takeaways Let's Connect!: WEBSITE: http://www.renamalikmd.com YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@RenaMalikMD INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/RenaMalikMD TWITTER: http://twitter.com/RenaMalikMD FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/renadmalik PINTEREST: https://www.pinterest.com/renamalikmd/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/RenaMalikMD ------------------------------------------------------ DISCLAIMER: This podcast is purely educational and does not constitute medical advice. The content of this podcast is my personal opinion, and not that of my employer(s). Use of this information is at your own risk. Rena Malik, M.D. will not assume any liability for any direct or indirect losses or damages that may result from the use of information contained in this podcast including but not limited to economic loss, injury, illness or death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Biologist Lauren O'Connell studies poisonous frogs, but not just the toxins that make them dangerous. She also studies the neuroscience of their complex parenting. She's learned that tadpoles recognize their mothers by smell and do a “begging dance” when hungry, and that the frogs produce a protein that protects them from their own poisonous chemistry. That protein could help treat overdoses in humans, O'Connell tells host Russ Altman on this episode of Stanford Engineering's The Future of Everything podcast.Have a question for Russ? Send it our way in writing or via voice memo, and it might be featured on an upcoming episode. Please introduce yourself, let us know where you're listening from, and share your question. You can send questions to thefutureofeverything@stanford.edu.Episode Reference Links:Stanford Profile: Lauren O'ConnellConnect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>> Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / FacebookChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionRuss Altman introduces guest Lauren O'Connell, a professor of biology at Stanford.(00:03:34) Why Poison Frogs?Lauren shares what led her to focus her research on poison frogs(00:05:16) Parenting Styles in FrogsThe diverse parental strategies across frog species.(00:08:36) The Role of Opioids in ParentingThe signalling factors in the frog brain that regulate bonding,(00:10:05) Hormones & Gender RolesThe influence of testosterone and estrogen on caregiving behaviors.(00:11:34) Implications for Human ResearchHow studying frogs reveals basic neural blueprints of parenting.(00:13:23) Tadpole's CommunicationThe neural circuits behind tadpole communication and behavior.(00:15:10) Autism Gene Experiments in TadpolesHow genetic changes can alter tadpole social communication(00:17:47) Transparency & Tadpole BiologyObserving tadpole behavior and neural activity via their transparency.(00:20:59) Tracking Frogs in the WildResearch on how frogs navigate back to their tadpoles(00:24:31) Male vs. Female NavigationTestosterone's influence on the ability to navigate more efficiently.(00:25:38) Toxin Tolerance MechanismsA toxin-binding protein that allows frogs to avoid self-poisoning.(00:29:01) Origin of the ToxinsThe origin and mechanisms of the toxins found in frogs.(00:31:15) The Value of Basic ScienceHow studying fundamental science can lead to unexpected applications.(00:33:10) Conclusion Connect With Us:Episode Transcripts >>> The Future of Everything WebsiteConnect with Russ >>> Threads / Bluesky / MastodonConnect with School of Engineering >>>Twitter/X / Instagram / LinkedIn / Facebook
Adam Lane Smith is a psychotherapist and an author. Are men the problem? In a time when blame is easily assigned, it's worth asking whether men need to re-examine how they show up in the world, including their values, behavior, & accountability. In doing so, they might uncover surprising ways to help heal much of what's broken. Expect to learn why so many high performing men have avoidant attachment styles, why choosing the wrong women is one of the most important decisions you can make in your life, what the biggest issues with modern dating are, why validation might be more important than love in a relationship, how to break out of the friendzone, why we need to stop comforting men to death, and much more… Sponsors: See me on tour in America: https://chriswilliamson.live See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://chriswillx.com/deals Get 5 Free Travel Packs, Free Liquid Vitamin D, and more from AG1 at https://ag1.info/modernwisdom Get the best bloodwork analysis in America at https://functionhealth.com/modernwisdom Get up to $50 off the RP Hypertrophy App at https://rpstrength.com/modernwisdom Timestamps: (0:00) - What Choosing the Wrong Woman Looks Like (7:25) - What is Happening with Oxytocin in Modern Men? (11:16) - Why Successful Men are Failing in Relationships (17:05) - How Masculinity is Changing (30:40) - Why Validation Makes Men Feel Shame (40:23) - Masculine Role Models are a Double-Edged Sword (46:27) - Why Do Women Choose Jerks Over Nice Guys? (52:18) - Men are Trying to Protect Knowledge on Masculinity (01:01:34) - Why are Men Running From Themselves? (01:09:25) - Why Marriages Need a Purpose (01:15:03) - We Need to Be More Serious and Earnest (01:21:44) - Find Out More About Adam Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: https://chriswillx.com/books Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: https://tinyurl.com/43hv6y59 #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: https://tinyurl.com/2rtz7avf #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: https://tinyurl.com/3ccn5vkp - Get In Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast Email: https://chriswillx.com/contact - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if your clients' metabolic struggles weren't just related to insulin, cortisol, or diet but a deeper, overlooked hormone that bridges the gap?In this episode of ReInvent Healthcare, Dr. Ritamarie pulls back the curtain on one of the most underestimated players in metabolic function: oxytocin. You'll discover why this “feel-good” hormone is far more than a bonding chemical and why ignoring it could mean missing a key piece in your client's healing.If you aren't factoring in connection, community, and nervous system regulation, you might be overlooking one of the most powerful metabolic modulators nature has to offer.What's Inside This Episode?The Connection Between Love and GlucoseWhat science reveals about the link between emotional connection and blood sugar balance.Why More Protein and Exercise Aren't Always the AnswerHow ignoring this hormone could cause your best health plans to fall flat.The Secret Saboteur of Metabolic Recovery A hidden form of stress that blocks oxytocin and what to do about it.Natural Ways to Boost This Overlooked Hormone How to stimulate oxytocin through functional strategies.Resources and Links:Join the Next-Level Health Practitioner Facebook group here for free resources and community supportVisit INEMethod.com for advanced health practitioner training and tools to elevate your clinical skills and grow your practice by getting life-changing results. Check out other podcast episodes here
If you're curious as to if you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma Quiz.In this episode, I talk about how I forgot who I was—and how play helped me find my way back.I share what actually happens in the brain when stress takes over and how it shuts down creativity, joy, and even your ability to make good decisions. I get into why play isn't just for kids and how parenting, painting, and dancing cracked something open in me I didn't know I had lost. I explain how chronic stress rewires your nervous system—and how creativity rewires it back. This is about getting out of survival mode and remembering what it feels like to be fully alive.You'll Learn:What actually happens in your brain when stress takes overThe real reason play and creativity disappear in adulthoodWhy your prefrontal cortex shuts down under chronic stressThe surprising link between oxytocin and rewiring your nervous systemWhat it feels like to rediscover joy through dancing and artThe quiet damage of living on autopilot without realizing itHow play interrupts fear loops and builds safety in the brainSimple, low-effort ways to reconnect with your creative sideWhy novelty and imagination are essential for emotional healingWhat parenting revealed to me about my own disconnectionTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[05:38] How dancing revealed my disconnection from joy[07:00] The science of what stress does to your brain[08:30] Why cortisol, dopamine, and norepinephrine impair your thinking[10:30] The danger of living on autopilot and default habits[11:35] How oxytocin supports healing and rewires the brain[13:20] Reconnecting with your true self through creativity[14:55] Easy ways to bring play into daily life[16:20] Why novelty helps break emotional patterns[18:40] Unexpected ways to access joy and imagination againFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool
She is the Founder of the Inner Mammal Institute and author of Habits of a Happy Brain: Retrain your brain to boost your serotonin, dopamine, oxytocin, and endorphin levels.Our happy brain chemicals are not designed to be on all the time. When you know what sparks them in the state of nature, you can find healthy ways to spark them in daily life.But it is hard. Our brain is inherited from ancestors who had to struggle constantly to survive. Our chemicals are designed to reward us for taking action to meet our survival needs. Our unhappy chemicals turn on easily because our ancestors lived in a world of threat.Managing these chemicals is a skill we must learn from practice, like any other skill. She will teach you how, so you can enjoy your natural dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphin in new ways.She has helped thousands of people make peace with their inner mammal. Her ten books have been translated into eighteen languages. She has been on many podcasts and has her own: The Happy Brain Podcast.This method is all positive. It is not about disorders. It is not about diet, exercise, or mindfulness. It is about accepting the natural job of your chemicals so you can guide your mammal brain the way a rider guides a horse. https://innermammalinstitute.org/http://www.yourlotandparcel.org
Grace & Grit Podcast: Helping Women Everywhere Live Happier, Healthier and More Fit Lives
In this episode, I dive deep into a topic that's rarely discussed but incredibly important: the art of pleasure at midlife. I'm joined by Laini Gray as we explore why many women have either disconnected from intentional pleasure or are caught in cycles of false pleasures that don't truly satisfy. We cover: The science behind pleasure – How our brain chemistry works and why pleasure matters for our health and longevity False pleasures vs. true pleasures – Understanding the difference between momentary escapes and genuine joy The unique challenges midlife women face – Why we struggle to prioritize pleasure and how societal messaging contributes Practical strategies – Simple ways to incorporate more meaningful pleasure into your daily life This conversation isn't just about indulgence—it's about reclaiming your right to joy and making pleasure a non-negotiable part of your wellness journey. If you've been feeling disconnected from what truly brings you happiness, this episode is your permission slip to prioritize pleasure again. Learn more and listen here: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast-386 Have a listen and share this with a midlife woman who might need to hear the message. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Pleasure Principles Masterclass https://graceandgrit.com/pleasure-principles *** ⬇️ Tools to rock your second act. ✅ Start Here: https://graceandgrit.com/start-here/ ✅ Listen to the Podcast: https://graceandgrit.com/podcast ✅ Weekly Bit of Grace & Grit: https://graceandgrit.com/rumbleandrise ✅ ️Leave a Podcast Review: https://graceandgrit.com/podcastreview ✅ Rumble & Rise with Courtney: https://graceandgrit.com/readytorumble ✅ Subscribe on YouTube: https://graceandgrit.com/youtube-subscribe ✅ Visit us online: https://graceandgrit.com
Lonely? Your Brain's Begging for Connection How Dr. Paul Zak Decoded the Neuroscience of Trust and Human Connection What if the secret to happiness, purpose, and even financial success lies in your brain's chemistry—and in how often you hug others? Have you ever wondered why we trust some people instantly and others not at all? Why love feels so healing—and why certain leaders inspire loyalty while others trigger fear? At the heart of these mysteries is a powerful brain chemical: oxytocin. “Oxytocin is a gift you have to give to somebody else.” – Dr. Paul Zak In this Richer Soul episode, Dr. Paul Zak, affectionately known as Dr. Love, reveals how understanding our brain's biology can transform the way we lead, parent, connect, and even build wealth.
Send us a textEver wonder why your postpartum clients feel like they're in a fog, forgetful, or just plain different? It's not just "mom brain" as we know it. In this eye-opening episode, we're completely shifting the conventional understanding of the postpartum brain and diving deep into the profound neurological rewiring that happens after birth. Forget surface-level fixes; we're talking about real, lasting solutions for postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and maternal burnout by understanding the biological brilliance behind a mother's transformation. This isn't about "fixing" women; it's about seeing their bodies and brains with the reverence they deserve, and equipping postpartum providers with the holistic care practices to truly heal their clients at the root.Check out this episode on the blog HERE. Key time stamps: 0:48: Postpartum brain is rewiring, not broken. 3:23: What happens to the brain in postpartum? Neurological transformation explained. 4:25: Increased diligence, heightened emotional sensitivity, disrupted memory & focus, decreased self-prioritization.5:30: Biologically appropriate functions without proper support lead to burnout, anxiety, rage. 6:46: The role of stress in brain rewiring – adaptive vs. chronic. Chronic stress creates maladaptive programming. 10:40: Mom brains prioritize survival and baby's needs, not broken. 11:29: Oxytocin strengthens memory of emotionally charged events. 12:24: Understanding intrusive thoughts: protection, not pathology. 15:28: How to support postpartum brain recovery: nutrition, nervous system regulation, repletion. 16:05: Why holistic approaches are crucial and why single strategies fail. 17:44: Body-based trauma release techniques like TRE therapy. 18:11: The importance of safe co-regulating relationships. 19:59: Consistent nutritional repletion is biochemical reality. 20:25: Sleep rhythm and restoration for active brain repair. 24:08: Reclaim mom brain: it's a superpower, not a problem. Postpartum rewiring makes mothers more intuitive, protective, efficient. NEXT STEPS:
I'm so excited to share today's episode with you because it's packed with so many actionable tips to help you cultivate more happiness in your everyday life—and understand what might be getting in the way of it. I'm joined by nine incredible leading happiness experts. We're diving deep into the truth about dopamine and serotonin—what they really are, and why dopamine might actually not want you to be happy. We explore why we often feel less satisfied even after getting exactly what we thought we wanted, and how the “when I get this, I'll be happy” mindset is secretly keeping us stuck. In this episode, we get into: Dopamine & serotonin on happiness How our society prevents happiness Having purpose in life Happiness within our career Happiness with social media & news consumption Perfectionism on happiness & so much more! Check out the full episodes of The Liz Moody Podcast discussed today: Neuroscience Hacks For Optimizing Dopamine, Serotonin, Oxytocin, BDNF, And More with Nicole Vignola The REAL Reason You're Burnt Out (And Exactly How To Fix It) with Israa Nasir My Top Micro Habits: Proven Ways To Get Happier & Healthier In 5 Minutes Or Less with Liz Moody Anyone Can Become More Optimistic—Here's How with Dr. Sue Varma Why We Have No Work/Life Balance + How To Fix It with Simone Stolzoff The Hidden Elements of Happiness That No One Is Talking About with Gretchen Rubin 3 Things To STOP Doing In Your 20s & 30s To Be Happier, Healthier & Wealthier with Liz Moody The Seven-Minute Secret To Happiness That No One Is Talking About with Dr. Dacher Keltner Science-Backed Hacks to MAJORLY Reduce Stress When The World Gets Overwhelming with Dr. Jenny Taitz Ready to uplevel every part of your life? Order Liz's book 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Leveling Up Health, Happiness, Relationships & Success now! Connect with Liz on Instagram @lizmoody or online at www.lizmoody.com. Subscribe to the substack by visiting https://lizmoody.substack.com/welcome. To join The Liz Moody Podcast Club Facebook group, go to www.facebook.com/groups/thelizmoodypodcast. This episode is brought to you completely free thanks to the following podcast sponsors: AG1: visit DrinkAG1.com/LizMoody and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today. LMNT: go to DrinkLMNT.com/LizMoody to get a free LMNT sample pack with any order. IQ Bar: Text LIZ to 64000 for 20% off all IQBAR products plus FREE shipping. OSEA: get 10% off your first order at oseamalibu.com with code LIZMOODY or LIZMOODY10. The Liz Moody Podcast cover art by Zack. The Liz Moody Podcast music by Alex Ruimy. Formerly the Healthier Together Podcast. This podcast and website represents the opinions of Liz Moody and her guests to the show. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for information purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. The Liz Moody Podcast Episode 345. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What if the most powerful medicine for your heart, hormones, and longevity was already inside you? Oxytocin—often called the “love hormone”—isn't just about romance or bonding. It's a powerful neurochemical that supports emotional resilience, lowers stress, improves heart health, and may even extend your life. In this conversation, we explore how oxytocin connects the science of healing with the soul of connection. You'll learn how to naturally elevate your oxytocin through simple daily practices—touch, trust, purpose, and presence—and why love truly is medicine. Whether you're focused on healing, healthy aging, or deepening your relationships, this episode offers tools to elevate your life from the inside out. #Oxytocin #HeartHealth #Longevity #LoveHormone #EmotionalWellness #NaturalHealing #HealthyAging #MindBodyMedicine #FunctionalMedicine #HormoneHealth #Resilience #RelationshipHealth #Neuropeptide #StressRelief
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What if the thing you're avoiding—being truly seen—is actually the key to healing?In this powerful episode, the speaker explores the contrast between isolation and intimacy, and how both can impact our relationships, our work, and our inner world. While isolation often feels like protection—especially in times of burnout, heartbreak, or exhaustion—it can eventually lead to loneliness and numbness. On the other hand, intimacy requires courage. It's about being vulnerable, open, and allowing yourself to be supported, not just in romantic relationships but in everyday life and professional spaces too.The episode blends neuroscience, yoga philosophy, and personal reflection. It touches on the role of the spiritual heart (hridaya), the healing power of physical and emotional connection, and the challenges of receiving support without guilt. Themes like overgiving vs. receptivity, self-care as a gateway to connection, and the need for balance are emphasized.Listeners are guided through reflective questions and even a gentle breath-based embodiment practice. The episode closes with a tender reminder: You are allowed to receive. You are not alone.—-------—-------—-Episode Chapters:00:00:00 Introduction 00:02:00 What is Isolation? 00:04:42 Defining Intimacy 00:06:15 Inner Narratives of Isolation 00:07:31 Yogic Lens: Hridaya & Bhakti 00:08:15 Acro Yoga & Building Trust 00:09:18 Science: Cortisol vs. Oxytocin 00:10:43 Intimacy with Yourself 00:13:09 Intimacy in Teaching 00:14:00 Entrepreneurship & Isolation 00:15:45 Overgiving vs. Receptivity 00:18:40 Self-Intimacy as a Foundation 00:22:30 Hatha Yoga & Balance 00:23:47 Why It's Hard to Receive 00:25:04 Story: Needing Help 00:27:27 Somatic Breath Practice 00:29:01 Reflective Questions 00:30:43 Closing Affirmations —-------—-------—-
Relationships are challenging.In this episode, we explore some of the Autistic phenotype challenges in relationships. We discuss symptoms from criteria A are external and criteria B are internal, and how criteria B complicates the symptoms in criteria A. In addition, Autism is a comparison to social-norms, and this is a problem. Some environments/relationships discussed include peer-to-peer, romantic, and parent-child. To begin, we explain the mechanisms behind the speaker-receiver and the use of conveying speech in socialness.Before we begin, we cover a brief explanation of Speaker-Receiver and human communication.Dr. Theresa Regan episode https://youtu.be/aUhIreFd5swAutism and Adaptive Responses https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-spectrum-finding-superpowers-with-autism/id1737499562?i=1000658438095What is Autism: Criteria A https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-spectrum-finding-superpowers-with-autism/id1737499562?i=1000651048705The Roles of Oxytocin and Vasopressin in the Autistic Phenotype https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-spectrum-finding-superpowers-with-autism/id1737499562?i=1000660031273(0:00) Intro; Speaker-Receiver explanation when conveying speech(3:55) Unpredicableness in socialness; black and white thinking and context-dependent and adaptive responses; Metabolic energy/resources; Oxytocin and Serotonin(7:10) Biology that gives us Autism gives us complications to socialness and relationships; Sex-differences and socialness(8:40) Criteria A is external, Criteria B is internal; Sensory-Processing(10:32) B.2 and B.3 implicates socialness(16:58) Direct social interactions(22:26) Autism versus social norms; Romantic relationships(26:51) Do Autistics outgrow Autism?(28:04) Parenting(31:30) Cohabitating(32:28) Wrap Up(32:45) Reviews/Ratings and contact infoLinks: hopp.bio/fromthespectrumX: https://twitter.com/rps47586Email: info.fromthespectrum@gmail.com
Growing up with a mom struggling with severe mental illness, Karena Dawn learned early what it meant to carry heavy things in silence. That experience shaped so much of her life—including the dark years she rarely talked about. In this episode, she shares her journey from that painful silence to healing, forgiveness, and ultimately, purpose. We talk about how fitness became her lifeline and how she found her voice by telling the truth in her powerful memoir, The Big Silence. You may know Karena as the co-founder of Tone It Up, a wellness community that's inspired millions of women—but behind the fitness empire is a woman who's walked through deep grief, trauma, and recovery. She shares what it was like to care for her mom after a stroke, how she's working to break the stigma around mental illness, and why mental wellness is now at the heart of everything she does—including her work with The Big Silence Foundation and the board of NAMI. She opens up about how trauma can sneak into our health—especially during perimenopause—and the things that actually helped her feel like herself again. You'll also hear how she's now using her story to help others speak up and get the support they need. Her honesty is refreshing, and her heart for mental wellness is contagious. This one will move you, especially if you've ever carried pain quietly or felt like healing was out of reach. Karena's story reminds us that there's always a way forward—and it doesn't have to be perfect to be powerful. And before you go, I've got a new favorite to share: Mighty Maca Mango just dropped, and it's the zingy summer pick-me-up I've been loving lately. Throw it in sparkling water or popsicle molds… it's a delicious way to feel good from the inside out—check it out at dranna.com. Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Welcome to The Girlfriend Doctor. [00:02:05] The Big Silence. [00:03:14] Living with a parent with mental illness. [00:06:40] Fitness becoming a therapy. [00:08:59] Micro challenges build self-confidence. [00:12:42] Mental health and perimenopause. [00:15:36] Oxytocin and mental health. [00:21:36] Food is medicine. [00:24:18] Grieving a lost mother. [00:28:25] Motherhood's diverse definitions. [00:32:34] Preventing and healing from mental illness. [00:35:06] Maiden, Mother, Magi and empowerment. Memorable Quotes: "I even have changed the story of being a victim of my mom's illness... I said, Mom, don't regret it because I love the woman I've become. And I became that woman because of what you had to go through. " [00:29:47] – Karena Dawn "I believe our society is getting better at recognizing the different types of mothers... motherhood is such a bigger term now, and I think that's such an important thing to get out there is you can be a mother in so many ways. And to recognize Mother's Day is not a happy day for everyone." [00:39:06] – Karena Dawn Links Mentioned: Mighty Maca Mango: https://drannacabeca.com/products/mighty-maca Listen to The Big Silence Podcast: http://www.thebigsilence.com/listen Buy the memoir, The Big Silence: https://thebigsilence.com/pages/memoir Connect with Karena Dawn: Website: http://www.karenadawn.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenadawn/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarenaDawn/ The Big Silence Foundation: https://thebigsilence.com/ Tone It Up: https://my.toneitup.com/ Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca: Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com
Dating apps. New relationship energy. Getting paid for your time. In this first episode of the Sex Work VS miniseries, I explore how sex work reshaped my expectations of dating, romance, and emotional labor. From valuing my time to filtering partners like my client applicants, I unpack why I still date—and what I refuse to give away for free.Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/evaohMore on Eva Oh: https://eva-oh.comHIGHLIGHTS:Here are the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time.(00:00) - Welcome. What is #teakink(00:21) - Sex Work VS Dating(01:20) - A Changed Dating (App) Landscape, but Similar Motivations?(02:50) - The Emotional Benefits of Both(04:50) - How Getting Paid Taught Me About My Value and Gave Me Choice(06:30) - Why I Still Date (for free); Entertainment and Aesthetic(08:42) - How I Keep Dating Relevant in a Frivolous Culture(11:05) - My Dating Application Process(13:55) - The Disadvantage of Unpaid Dating Labour(15:15) - Oxytocin, New Relationship Energy and Infatuation(17:00) - The 'Neatness' of Getting Paid(17:40) - Wasting My Resource and Being Valued(20:00) - A Cis-Het Lens Focus, for now
In this episode, we are following up from last week's topic on the power of connection, with the transformative power and medicine of love and oxytocin.Love isn't a luxury - it is a biological, emotional, and spiritual necessity.Think of oxytocin as your soul's chemical signature for love and connection. In spiritual terms, oxytocin is the energetic signature of love in motion - love expressed, shared and returned. It teaches us that being soft is strong, bonding is brave and that the heart has more medicine than the mind often allows.In this episode:- What is oxytocin?- Why is oxytocin so good for us? benefits of oxytocin- How to naturally boost oxytocin - 7 ways- The spiritual wisdom of oxytocin- Intimacy as a scared portal of love, connection, deep bonding, and manifesting- An oxytocin activation ritual- Regular oxytocin release can actually rewire the brain to become more trusting, connected and emotionally balanced over time.Connect with me on the Socials:Instagram: @Pam_RoccaTik Tok: @Pam_RoccaWebsite: www.pamrocca.comWork with me:Channeling Session:https://calendly.com/divinehealth/60-minute-intuitive-channeling-sessionIntuitive Oracle Reading: https://calendly.com/divinehealth/60-minute-intuitive-oracle-card-readingIntuitive Reiki SessionIn-person:https://calendly.com/divinehealth/in-person-intuitive-reiki-healing-session-60-minsEnergy Work Sessions - Energy Healing: https://calendly.com/divinehealth/energy-healing-sessionIf you enjoyed this episode, please let me know so I can create more of the content you love. Also, please share the podcast with anyone you know who would love this community, these tools, information and free resources. Have the most love-filled week and shine on my friends.
“ Sleep is really foundational to those core building blocks of a healthy relationship,” explains Wendy Troxel, Ph.D. Wendy Troxel, Ph.D., a licensed clinical psychologist and certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist, joins us to unpack the powerful—and often overlooked—role of sleep in our lives, from its impact on sexual health and menopause to relationships, wearables, and beyond: - Sleep & healthspan (~1:10) - The role of sleep in relationships (~4:00) - Sleep & sexual health (~8:08) - Subjective vs. objective sleep scores (~12:10) - Oxytocin & physical touch (~14:30) - Sleep recommendations (~16:00) - Menopause & sleep (~18:15) - Optimal sleep etiquette (~21:05) - Scheduling your worry (~23:12) - Improving sleep quality during menopause (~25:50) - The role of wearables (~33:15) - Statistics to prioritize for sleep quality (~38:10) - Improving HRV (~43:00) - The future of sleep science (~47:10) - Teens & sleep schedules (~49:55) Referenced in the episode: - Follow Troxel on Instagram (@sharingthecovers) - Pick up her book, Sharing the Covers - Watch her TED talk on teenagers & sleep (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0Zj_InJ4BQ) - Watch her TED talk on couples & sleep (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7ntoFtZK6A) - Check out her website (https://www.wendytroxel.com/) Go to cozyearth.com and use code MBG for 40% off best-selling temperature-regulating sheets, apparel, and more. Trust me—you'll feel the difference the very first night. Thanks for listening to this special episode—brought to you by Solaray, the #1 vitamin and mineral supplement brand in health food stores. Try their Liposomal Multivitamin for Women today at 30% off. Visit Solaray.com and use code MINDBODYGREEN. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Why is it that sometimes the things that are supposed to help us feel calm actually make us feel more anxious instead? In this mini-episode, Dr. Aimie explores why this happens, expanding on her conversation with Dr. Sue Carter from Episode 125. She answers therapist Sarah's question about why some people struggle with relaxation techniques and reveals the surprising science behind it. You'll hear more on: Why oxytocin is called "nature's fire extinguisher" and how it helps you heal How oxytocin and vasopressin work together (not against each other!) Why past difficult experiences can make your body think "quiet time" is dangerous How your brain's control center decides if you're safe or not Simple ways to feel safer in your body before trying relaxation techniques If you're a practitioner working with clients who struggle with calming techniques or if you've ever wondered why meditation or mindfulness makes you feel worse instead of better, this episode explains what's happening in the body and gives practical ways to work with it instead of against it. To hear the full episode and learn more about how stress hormones affect healing, head over to Episode 125: Why the Mind & Body Can't Heal Without Oxytocin with Dr. Sue Carter.
When's the last time you touched grass… before your phone? No really. Imagine waking up, resisting the urge to scroll, walking outside barefoot, and just… grounding. That's what today's episode is all about — unplugging from the madness and plugging into what's real. And man, this convo hit different.In this episode of The Happy Hustle Podcast, I sat down with Ryan Levesque, a 7-time Inc. 5000 CEO, 2-time #1 National Bestselling Author, and legit one of the smartest (and realest) entrepreneurs I know. He's the guy behind the wildly successful Ask Method — but lately, he's been asking deeper questions.Like…What if success isn't just scaling tech, but scaling truth?What if the best things in life can't be optimized or outsourced?What if real wealth is measured in moments, not metrics?Ryan's on a mission to live a radically real life. He left the digital rat race for a self-sustaining lifestyle — think chickens, crops, faith, and family. And in this convo, we explore his framework called “The Return to Real” — a philosophy (and lifestyle) that'll get you rethinking your entire hustle.We jammed on everything from purpose-driven business to farming wisdom to why technology is no longer a moat. Spoiler alert: In a world where anyone can clone your product, the unscalable stuff is your secret weapon. Love. Integrity. Presence. A handwritten note. A meaningful convo. A hug from your little one. THAT'S the new currency.Here are a few gems from this episode you won't wanna miss:Ryan's daily practice to instantly ground your energy and clear your mind — no apps requiredWhy the real flex in business is doing things that don't scale (and why your competition won't do it)The communication skill that'll set you apart in a noisy, AI-run worldHow to recalibrate when you feel out of sync — personally or professionallyWhy following your heart isn't fluffy — it's your most strategic moveThis convo is raw, soulful, and super practical. It's not about quitting business and buying a farm (unless that's your vibe) — it's about remembering who you are underneath the noise. Slowing down enough to ask better questions. And choosing depth over distraction, every dang time.So if you're craving more meaning, more alignment, and a business that feels good to run, hit play on this one. It might just change how you show up tomorrowIn this episode, we cover:Sustainable Living and Farming JourneyThe Return to Real: A Movement Towards AuthenticityPractical Applications of the Return to RealOptimizing for Oxytocin in BusinessThe Importance of Unscalable ExperiencesThe Importance of Communication Skills in the Digital AgeEmbracing Unconventional Wisdom for Business SuccessFollowing Your Heart's Contrarian VoiceNavigating Life's Windows of OpportunityThe Journey to Authentic LivingRapid Fire Insights and Personal ReflectionsWhat does happy Hustlin mean to you? Ryan says it's that right combination, which I think for all of us, it's what is the right effective dose for you? And that's, I think, a lifelong quest of recalibration and optimization around what happy hustling means for all of us.Connect with Ryanhttps://www.instagram.com/askryanlevesque/https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanlevesque/https://www.facebook.com/ryan.levesqueFind Ryan on this website: https://thedigitalcontrarian.comConnect with Cary!https://www.instagram.com/caryjack/https://www.facebook.com/SirCaryJackhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/cary-jack-kendzior/https://twitter.com/thehappyhustlehttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDNsD59tLxv2JfEuSsNMOQ/featuredGet a free copy of his new book, The Happy Hustle, 10 Alignments to Avoid Burnout & Achieve Blissful Balance https://www.thehappyhustle.com/bookSign up for The Journey: 10 Days To Become a Happy Hustler Online Course https://thehappyhustle.com/thejourney/Apply to the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventure https://thehappyhustle.com/mastermind/“It's time to Happy Hustle, a blissfully balanced life you love, full of passion, purpose, and positive impact!”Episode Sponsors:If you're feeling stressed, not sleeping great, or your energy's been kinda meh lately—let me put you on to something that's been a total game-changer for me: Magnesium Breakthrough by BiOptimizers. This ain't your average magnesium—it's got all 7 essential forms that your body actually needs to chill out, sleep deeper, and feel more balanced. I take it every night and legit notice the difference the next day. No more waking up groggy or tossing and turning all nightIf you're ready to sleep like a baby, calm your nervous system, and optimize your recovery, go grab yours now at bioptimizers.com/happy and use code HAPPY10 for 10% OFF.99 Designs- Need a killer logo, stunning website, or next-level brand design?Stop DIY-ing and start delegating like a boss with 99designs by Vista! Neurable- If you're looking to level up your focus, productivity, and mental wellbeing all at once, do yourself a favor and check out Neurable. You get a special hookup—just use the code HAPPY at checkout and get $100 off.
Many people spend years in therapy and still struggle to feel truly safe in relationships. But why is this? The answer lies in the body. You can understand your trauma, but still feel unsafe. Oxytocin helps turn that understanding into actual feelings of safety in your body. Known as nature's most powerful anti-inflammatory, oxytocin plays a vital role in regulating the nervous system, forming secure connections, and shifting the body out of survival mode. In this episode, Dr. Aimie is joined by world-renowned oxytocin expert Dr. Sue Carter to discuss how this hormone holds the key to healing trauma, creating genuine safety, and forming secure connections. Dr. Carter has studied oxytocin for over four decades and reveals why this hormone is essential for moving from survival to thriving. In this conversation you hear why traditional talk therapy alone often falls short, how early life experiences program our capacity for connection, and practical tools for naturally increasing oxytocin to create a felt sense of safety in your body. You'll learn more about: How early attachment experiences shape your nervous system and relationships The difference between vasopressin and oxytocin in the stress response How trauma and chronic stress disrupt your ability to feel safe, even in loving relationships Why oxytocin is nature's “fire extinguisher” for inflammation and chronic illness Practical tools to support healing and regulate your nervous system And more! Whether you're a practitioner or someone navigating your own healing journey, this episode offers evidence-based insights into how your body creates its own pharmacy of healing hormones and why safety in relationships is the biological foundation for all healing Helpful Links Related To This Episode: Want to know more about the Safe and Sound Protocol mentioned in the episode? Go here to find out more. Biology of Trauma book - how the body experiences and holds fear, pain and overwhelm, and how to heal. Pre-order now and, at the time of this recording, you'll get over $400 in bonuses included! Those bonuses are only for the pre-order window which goes until Sept 22, 2025. When you've already pre-ordered it on Amazon head over here to receive your bonuses. The 21 Day Journey - If you're ready to create a felt sense of safety in your body and experience the benefits of 26% decrease in daily physical pain, 28% decrease in sleep issues and digestive issues, 30% decrease in anxiety, depression, or want to learn how to do this for those you help - join me for your 21-Day Journey, a structured sequence of gentle, somatic-based self-practices walking you through The Essential Sequence to safely open up stored trauma in the body. Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 69: How Attachment Shapes Our Biology and Behavior Episode 77: Attachment Styles: Impact on Relationships, Health & Healing with Dr. Diane Poole Heller Timestamps: [02:21] How Early Life Affects Oxytocin and Building Strong Bonds [06:07] How Oxytocin Helps People Feel Safe and Connected [07:51] What PTSD and Trauma Do to Oxytocin Levels [09:59] Why Vasopressin, Not Cortisol, Is the Main Stress Hormone in Trauma [12:29] How the Body Shuts Down During Trauma and Dissociation [14:05] Why Loving Early Relationships Are Important for Emotions [16:48] The Difference Between Fake Safety and Real Safety for Growth [20:02] Simple Ways to Increase Oxytocin [30:58] The Hypothalamus: How It Controls Oxytocin and Safety Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Trauma Healing Accelerated, any guests or contributors to The Biology of Trauma® podcast, or any employees, associates, or affiliates of Trauma Healing Accelerated be responsible for damages arising from the use or misuse of the content provided in this podcast.
In this powerhouse episode of Let's Go Win, JM Ryerson sits down with Mark Young—serial entrepreneur, CEO of Rise Agency and Zona Health, and author of Radical Generosity—for a must-hear conversation that could literally change how you think, live, and lead. Whether you're deep into the world of wellness or just beginning your journey, Mark delivers groundbreaking insights on the real pillars of longevity—and they might surprise you.This isn't your typical health podcast. From psychoneuroimmunology to gut-brain addiction, from breathwork to filtering your ice water, Mark shares actionable tools and eye-opening truths about how mindset, generosity, and environment shape the quality and length of our lives. Recorded amidst a private gathering of top health and wellness leaders (think Dave Asprey and Cali Means), this episode offers rare, behind-the-scenes access to the cutting edge of biohacking.Tune in to discover:Why your mindset is the single most powerful biohackHow negative thoughts can literally age you at the cellular levelWhat radical generosity does to your body—and why it works like medicineThe shocking truth about food in America (and what you can do)The link between gut bacteria and addictionReal-life longevity strategies you can apply todayHow to “speak” to your cells and promote healingThe movement to Make America Healthy Again—and why it's urgentThis episode is a wake-up call! Share it with someone you care about. Your health, and your future, depend on it.Watch episodes on YouTube and subscribe to our channel!https://www.youtube.com/@letsgowin
Struggling with low milk supply can feel overwhelming, isolating, and confusing. In this episode, Dr. Rebecca Dekker talks with midwife and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant Katie James to demystify the realities of low milk supply. Together, they explore the hormonal, medical, and systemic factors that can affect lactation, as well as the critical importance of early postpartum support. Katie shares how birth interventions, lack of education, and misinformation can interfere with lactation—and how reclaiming knowledge, honoring instinct, and receiving timely help can make all the difference. (07:21) How Birth Interventions Impact Breastfeeding (09:30) Prolactin, Oxytocin, and the Critical First 3 Days (11:18) What is Low Milk Supply—and Can it Be Prevented? (14:58) Medical Conditions That Can Affect Milk Production (19:27) Gestational Diabetes, Cesarean Birth, and Milk Supply (23:42) The Trap of “Perceived” Low Supply (28:48) Why Judgment-Free Support Matters (36:56) When and How to Get Help from an IBCLC (38:16) The Rule of 3s: Key Windows to Boost Milk Supply (44:39) Why Partners Need Breastfeeding Education Too Resources Follow Katie: katiejames.site | Instagram Listen to her podcasts: The Midwives' Cauldron and The Feeding Couch Find an EBB Childbirth Class: evidencebasedbirth.com/childbirthclass Learn about the EBB Instructor Program: evidencebasedbirth.com/instructor For more information about Evidence Based Birth® and a crash course on evidence based care, visit www.ebbirth.com. Follow us on Instagram and YouTube! Ready to learn more? Grab an EBB Podcast Listening Guide or read Dr. Dekker's book, "Babies Are Not Pizzas: They're Born, Not Delivered!" If you want to get involved at EBB, join our Professional membership (scholarship options available) and get on the wait list for our EBB Instructor program. Find an EBB Instructor here, and click here to learn more about the EBB Childbirth Class.
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What causes depression? Surprisingly, depression has nothing to do with your brain and everything to do with your gut microbiome. In this video, we'll take an in-depth look at the brain-gut connection and the often overlooked relationship between depression and gut health. 0:00 Introduction: Depression explained1:17 Side effects of SSRIs1:32 St. John's wort and depression2:27 The brain-gut connection3:22 Depression and gut health3:40 Depression and gut inflammation 3:51 Antibiotics and depression4:33 L. reuteri and mental healthDepression has consistently been viewed as a chemical imbalance, but it's actually related to a problem with the gut. Depression is often treated with SSRIs (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), but many studies show normal serotonin levels in people with depression.SSRIs do not fix depression and have even been called placebos by some medical professionals. They also come with serious side effects, including sexual dysfunction, decreased libido, inability to experience emotion, and worsening depression.St. John's wort affects both serotonin and dopamine. It's an anti-inflammatory and reduces cortisol, but doctors and the medical world often recommend against it despite its very few side effects. Serotonin and oxytocin are made in the gut. Oxytocin is a powerful hormone that can help with depression and stress, so gut health is at the core of mental health. The vagus nerve works as a highway that orchestrates the brain and gut connection. If you have a problem with your gut microbes, this can lead to depression. Studies have found serious microbes missing in depressed people! Gut inflammation can also alter your mood. One of the side effects of antibiotics is depression. Antibiotics erase the good bacteria that control your mood chemicals. Once wiped away, microbes don't always come back, and you could be left with an imbalance. L. reuteri is an amazing microbe that many people are missing. Dr. William Davis has shared an expert technique for cultivating L. reuteri using half and half to increase its potency. People have consumed this probiotic mixture and experienced significant health benefits such as improved sleep, muscle tone, and reduced stress. L. reuteri acts as a natural antibiotic without side effects and is found naturally in breast milk.