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In this episode of Stronger Marriage Connection, author and speaker Arlene Pellicane joins Dave Schramm and Liz Hale to talk about how technology is shaping family life—and what parents can do when screens begin replacing sleep, hobbies, conversations, and face-to-face connection. Drawing from her book The Great Tech Reset, Arlene explains the “ABCD harms” of technology and shares practical ideas for setting healthier boundaries around smartphones, social media, video games, and AI. Rather than eliminating technology altogether, the conversation focuses on helping families use it intentionally while making more room for real relationships, outdoor activities, creativity, and meaningful family memories. Chapters 00:00 – Technology's Impact on Family Life 01:08 – When Screens Interfere With Connection 02:50 – Why Families Need a Tech Reset 03:57 – The ABCD Harms of Technology 08:01 – Warning Signs of Technology Problems 09:49 – The Bad Babysitter Problem 11:38 – Helping Kids Play Without Screens 13:18 – Discovering Interests Beyond Technology 13:59 – Expect Resistance From Your Kids 16:26 – Social Media and Teen Anxiety 19:57 – How Smartphones Changed Childhood 20:55 – Raising Kids Without Smartphones 24:45 – Finding Practical Technology Workarounds 26:03 – Parenting in the Age of AI 29:40 – Creating a Family Technology Plan 32:31 – Parents Must Model Healthy Technology 36:03 – Replacing Screens With Real Connection 38:08 – The Great Tech Reset Resources 39:14 – Takeaway of the Day  Takeaway of the Day Arlene Pellicane: You only get one childhood with your child, so make sure you—not a device—are a major part of it. Don't be afraid to delay technology or remove something that has become problematic. Setting limits may bring resistance, but parents shouldn't be afraid to do the harder thing now to protect connection and healthy development later. Episode 196 - Arlene Pellicane … Liz Hale: We often worry about dangers to children in the physical world while overlooking risks that can reach them online. Liz's takeaway is to become more aware of those digital influences and give online safety the attention it deserves. Episode 196 - Arlene Pellicane … Dave Schramm: Technology can be incredibly useful, but it shouldn't replace the experiences that build strong relationships. Keep screens away from bedrooms, beds, and family meals when possible, and replace some of that screen time with real connection—getting outdoors, going on dates, talking together, and creating memories through shared activities. Episode 196 - Arlene Pellicane … About Arlene Pellicane: Arlene Pellicane is a speaker, host of the Happy Home podcast, and author of several books including Making Marriage Easier, The Great Tech Reset, and Screen Kids. Arlene has been featured on the Today Show, Fox & Friends, the Wall Street Journal, FamilyLife Today and Focus on the Family and is the spokesperson for National Marriage Week. Arlene and her husband James have three children and live in San Diego.  Arlene's Resources: Website: https://arlenepellicane.com/  Books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B004R7BTF2  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arlenepellicane/?hl=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ArlenePellicaneAuthor/  Focus On The Family: https://www.focusonthefamily.com/contributors/arlene-pellicane/ Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

All personal development coaches emphasise the importance of setting goals, even ones that may seem out of reach at first. Doing so not only boosts motivation but also enables gradual achievement.  Nowadays a lot of people find this kind of approach almost second nature, but others struggle with it. A fear of failure, workplace anxiety, and a lack of self-confidence can make ambition seem unattainable.  What does the S.M.A.R.T. acronym stand for then? But is goal-setting actually an effective approach? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the last episodes, you can click here: ⁠⁠⁠Is the gut really our "second brain"?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠What's the best way to cut your toenails?⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Who is US presidential candidate "Literally Anybody Else"?⁠⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast:16/10/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Every Decision Lands On The Founder, The Business Eventually Hits The Limits Of The Founder In this episode of The Complete Entrepreneur, Colin C. Campbell and Michael Gilmour explore the decision fatigue, financial pressure, workload, and constant uncertainty that can make entrepreneurship overwhelming. From employees escalating minor decisions to founders struggling with cash flow, fundraising, difficult partnerships, and the pressure to keep up with AI, they share personal stories about situations that consumed their time and attention. The conversation examines how entrepreneurs can push decisions closer to the people with the knowledge to make them, create room for controlled mistakes, and stop spending their days fighting fires. More importantly, they discuss how the right people, funding, systems, and leadership structure can reduce unnecessary stress while allowing founders to focus on strategy and growth. The goal is not to eliminate pressure from entrepreneurship, but to build a company where every problem no longer depends on you personally. Why founders become overwhelmed when every decision is pushed back to them How assigning responsibilities instead of tasks can reduce decision fatigue Why employees need permission to make decisions and learn from non-fatal mistakes How financial pressure can distort judgment and consume a founder's attention Why startups need enough runway to reach clearly defined stage gates How bootstrapping and customer-funded growth can reduce dependence on outside capital Why raising money can become a major distraction from actually building the business How difficult business partnerships can drain energy that should be spent on growth Why systems, strategic planning, and strong leaders can reduce the founder's workload How entrepreneurs can move from constantly firefighting to working on the business instead of inside it

Ordinary sounds like chewing or breathing can trigger real fight-or-flight, and that reaction can quietly strain closeness at home. We talk with Dr. Thomas Phelan about what misophonia feels like, why it can spiral into resentment, and how we can respond with no-fault compassion and practical plans.• what mesophonia is and how it differs from everyday annoyance • why mouth sounds are common triggers and why reactions can include rage and panic • how repeated triggers can create resentment, distance, and dread around family dinner • the “second reaction” spiral of shame, blame, and negative stories after a trigger • how we start the conversation without blaming, including using written resources first • negotiated accommodations that reduce triggers without avoiding your spouse • the ABCD model and “five-second plan” to interrupt the reaction fast • why “no-fault” thinking becomes the heart of therapy for couples and families • the key to stronger connection: shared one-on-one funHappy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

Ever wondered why one tiny thing can suddenly send you from “I'm fine” to “I absolutely cannot deal with this”?In this episode, we're talking about the Window of Tolerance & why understanding this is incredibly helpful when you have ADHD.You'll learn:Why your capacity can look completely different from one day to the nextThe difference between the red zone, blue zone & being inside your windowHow stress, sensory overload, emotions and everyday ADHD demands can push us outside itWhy feeling safe matters to our nervous systemSimple ways to regulate, build capacity & widen your window of toleranceResource mentioned: Breathing Techniques to Reduce Stress and Anxiety - Dr. Andrew Huberman on the Physiological SighCONNECT WITH & WORK WITH XENA:*Join Adulting with ADHD your ADHD toolbox & everything you need to work with your brain*Get our ADHD Coach in your pocket! + the ADHD Goal Setting Workbook (life planner tool)*12 Things I wished my Doctor had told me about Adult ADHD*Find out if you might be living with ADHD - Download Symptoms List*Check out Courses & Coaching with Xena*Learn, Inspire, Share & Connect inside our Facebook Community *Come hang out with me on Instagram!

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I'm excited to have Povilas Sabaliauskas, the CEO of Pulsetto, joining me for Part 2 of a two-part series. In Part 1, Povilas explained what the vagus nerve is and how it acts as a necessary mental toothbrush for us. In Part 2 today, he discusses the Pulsetto device itself, the different models, and how it helps to boost hormones, reduce stress, and improve sleep.  Stay tuned until the end, where he offers a discount code so you can try the Pulsetto out for yourself. How to Maximize the Benefits of the Pulsetto  Use it twice daily  Use it consistently, as the benefits increase over time Do a session before bed for better sleep  Monitor your HRV, stress, and sleep with a wearable device to track your progress Bio: Povilas Sabaliauskas Povilas Sabaliauskas is the co-founder and CEO of Pulsetto, one of the fastest-growing wellness tech companies in the world.  A leader in non-invasive neuromodulation, Pulsetto is redefining how we approach stress, sleep, and recovery — through wearable vagus nerve stimulation backed by science and loved by high-performers around the globe.  With a background in tech and performance coaching, Povilas has become a passionate advocate for making cutting-edge wellness tools accessible to everyone — not just elite athletes or clinical patients.  Under his leadership, Pulsetto has partnered with leading researchers, completed clinical trials, and grown to over 100,000 users across Europe and the U.S. Povilas brings a unique mix of business strategy, biohacking curiosity, and real-world stress recovery insights — making him a fresh voice in the growing world of neuromodulation and mental resilience. In this episode: How 30 days of consistent Pulsetto use can reduce cortisol levels by almost 50% First-time Pulsetto users often report deeper sleep and vivid dreams How athletes use the Pulsetto to reduce pre-event stress and support their recovery Early data suggest that the Pulsetto can reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure The importance of using the Pulsetto daily to achieve noticeable results The benefits of wearable devices for tracking the effects of the Pulsetto How vagal stimulation can help manage insulin spikes Links and Resources: Support the launch by purchasing your copy on September 29th! Available at ⁠⁠⁠YourLongevityBlueprint.com⁠⁠⁠, with local copies coming to the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic in Eastern Iowa this October. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber⁠ Use code TURMERIC to get 10% off ⁠⁠⁠⁠TURMERIC⁠ Calocurb Clinical — Appetite & Craving SupportA practitioner-exclusive, plant-based supplement designed to enhance your body's natural fullness signals (GLP-1 and PYY), helping reduce cravings and calorie intake. Available only through clinics such as the Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic.Visit us or order here: ⁠https://ihhclinic.com/⁠ Guest Social Media Links: ⁠Povilas Sabaliauskas on LinkedIn⁠  ⁠Pulsetto Device on YouTube⁠  ⁠YouTube: Immediate Relief from Stress & Burnout with Pulsetto and CEO Povilas Sabaliauskas⁠ ⁠YouTube: How to Reduce Stress and Calm Your Nervous System in Just 4 Minutes using a New Device⁠ Relative Links for This Show: ⁠Use the code Dr. Stephanie Gray for 10% off⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Twitter⁠| ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast

We welcome back marriage intimacy coach Dan Purcell to talk about why couples drift into “roommate mode” and how to rebuild fun, friendship, and desire with small daily choices. We share mindset shifts and practical tools that help us create “our spark” on purpose, even in busy seasons with stress, kids, and routines. • Dan's rebrand from Dating Divas to Date Your Spouse and the mission of strengthening marriages one date at a time • why fun and play fade after the honeymoon and how passive drifting fuels disconnection • challenges as a developmental invitation and “irritation is an invitation” mindset • “our spark” and the courage it takes for one partner to go first • simple daily habits that keep emotional connection alive • the emotions check-in practice for speaking emotionally without rebuttal • curiosity as the skill that keeps your relationship map updated • differentiation over defensiveness and staying connected through differences • what makes date nights meaningful, creative, and connecting • Sparked app features for daily prompts, date planning, memory keeping, and at-home experiences • Just Between Us for private, protected couple messaging • where to find Dan's work at dateyourspouse.com and getyourmarriageon.com Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

Dopamine gets ALL the attention in the ADHD world… but what about endorphins?These little feel-good chemicals can help take the edge off stress, support your mood & make life feel just a bit easier. And the best part? Some of the easiest ways to get them are actually pretty fun.In this episode, we're talking about:What endorphins actually are & why they matterWhy movement can help shift your ADHD stateThe very legitimate benefits of laughing your arse offHow singing, music & dancing can help when you're stressed or stuckWhy doing something slightly hard can leave you feeling surprisingly goodHow to bring more play into your life Plus, I'm setting you a simple 7-day Endorphin Experiment so you can find out what genuinely helps YOU feel better.LINKS TO MORE GOOD SH*T FROM XENA:*Join Adulting with ADHD your ADHD toolbox & everything you need to work with your brain*Get our ADHD Coach in your pocket! + the ADHD Goal Setting Workbook (life planner tool)*12 Things I wished my Doctor had told me about Adult ADHD*Find out if you might be living with ADHD - Download Symptoms List*Check out Courses & Coaching with Xena*Learn, Inspire, Share & Connect inside our Facebook Community *Come hang out with me on Instagram!

In this episode Andrea Samadi explains the concept of sleep stress — a wearable-device measured how physiologically activated your body remains during sleep — and places it within a neuroscience-based movement and recovery framework. She reviews the autonomic nervous system (sympathetic vs. parasympathetic), how WHOOP estimates sleep stress from heart rate and HRV, and why trends over weeks matter more than single nights. Using her six-month data, Andrea shares how recovery habits and removing alcohol coincided with an 89% drop in nightly high sleep stress. The episode ends with practical steps and a seven-day experiment to help you observe and reduce nighttime physiological activation by changing daytime behaviors, sleep environment, and training timing so your body can better recover and adapt. When Sleep Isn't Rest—What “Sleep Stress” Reveals About Recovery: The Story Behind My 89% Drop in Sleep Stress Welcome back to the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast, where we bridge neuroscience, social and emotional learning, and human performance so we can create measurable improvements in our well-being, achievement, leadership, productivity and results. I'm Andrea Samadi, and if you've been following along through Season 16, you'll know that we have been building what I call The Brain's Operating System for Human Performance—a neuroscience-based framework designed to help us understand how the different systems of the brain and body work together to influence how we learn, adapt, connect, lead and ultimately perform. We are currently in Phase 3: Movement, Learning and Cognition, where we have been following a central pathway: Movement → Adaptation → Performance Movement creates a stimulus. But movement alone does not make the brain or body stronger. We must be able to recover from that stimulus before adaptation can occur, to give us our desired outcome of improved performance. This is why our recent bonus episodes have moved beyond exercise itself and into the recovery signals that help us understand whether our bodies are successfully handling the demands we are placing upon them. In Bonus Episode 3[i], we explored the hidden story behind my resting heart rate. My data showed that it was not merely a measure of fitness—it was also reflecting the total load my body was carrying. During the higher-stress months of January and February, my resting heart rate remained elevated at approximately 56–58 beats per minute. As I placed greater emphasis on sleep, hydration, Zone 2 movement, sauna, meditation and recovery, it gradually fell to 54 and then 53 beats per minute. The lesson was that a lower resting heart rate signals that the body is working less during rest, and recovering more efficiently. The idea is to learn what your baseline is, and see how you can improve this number for a more efficient RHR. In Bonus Episode 4[ii], we explored restorative sleep and learned that sleep quality is not measured by duration alone. Deep sleep supports physical restoration and repair, while REM sleep plays an important role in memory, learning and emotional processing. Because longer REM periods tend to occur later in the night/morning time my regular 4:00 AM wake time may give me less opportunity for that REM-rich portion of sleep—which is the tradeoff I'm choosing--since waking early allows me to exercise. Two additional hours in bed would not guarantee two more hours of REM, but they could create a greater opportunity for more REM sleep. The lesson was not to choose sleep over movement or movement over sleep. It was to protect enough sleep while still making room for movement, so the brain and body have the opportunity to adapt. Throughout these bonus episodes, I'm sharing patterns from my WHOOP wearable device[iii] data—not because everyone's numbers should look like mine, but to demonstrate what can happen when we measure consistently, look for trends and test small changes. The goal is not comparison. It is to help each of us better understand our own baseline and use that information to improve our habits, recovery and results. While examining my own sleep data for these recent bonus episodes, another question came to my mind. It was while looking this sleep stress score. What if we are sleeping—but our physiology remains unusually activated throughout the night? How would we even know if this was happening? This is another measurement I can see with this wearable device. What if our eyes are closed and we are technically asleep, but the body is still working harder than usual? What if our sleep isn't giving us the rest and recovery that we need. This brings us to today's question: What is Sleep Stress? One of the most valuable metrics I have been tracking this year is not simply how long I sleep or how much deep and REM sleep I achieve. Those are all important to me, but something stood out with these sleep scores to me, this year. It is the amount of time my body spends in a state of elevated physiological stress while I am asleep. When I examined my most recent six-month trend, I noticed something that kind of stopped me in my tracks. My average time in WHOOP's high sleep-stress zone (monthly score from January 2026 till now) initially rose from 21 minutes to a peak of 35 minutes (around April/May) where I noticed my sleep scores were terrible with International travel, but I can't blame everything on just the travel and times zones. I knew I was off track with rest and recovery. How much I was off, I'm not sure because Whoop confirmed my scores with the times zones might have been inaccurate, but either way, even if my sleep stress peaked at let's say 25 minutes, it still showed me that I was doing something to keep my body stressed out while I was sleeping. As I paid attention to rest and recovery, the scores began to improve in May, June, July, August…until now. 35 minutes of high sleep stress went…to 18…to 14…to 5…and finally to just 4 minutes of sleep stress each night. That is an approximately 89% decrease from my six-month peak. The data cannot tell me that one specific behavior caused this change. But it does suggest that my body has become progressively less physiologically activated while I was asleep. And this helped me see recovery in a new way. Sleep duration tells us how long we slept. Sleep stages estimate the type of sleep we experienced throughout the night. Sleep stress gives us another window into how physiologically activated the body remained during that sleep. In today's BONUS EP 5 we will explore: What Sleep Stress measures The sympathetic and parasympathetic branches of the nervous system Where Sleep Stress fits into the Movement Loop What I noticed in my six-month results What the results show—and what they cannot prove How you can monitor nighttime physiological stress And practical tips to help your body settle and recover Let's begin with the nervous system and what's working behind the scenes while we are asleep. The Autonomic Nervous System To understand Sleep Stress, we first need to understand the autonomic nervous system and how ACTIVATION and RECOVERY work together. We covered this topic on a very early EP 59[iv] with Suzanne Gundersen on “Putting the Polyvagal Theory into Practice” and then again with educational neuroscientist Dr. Lori Desautels and Michael McKnight[v]. You can review those episodes if you want a deeper dive here. The autonomic NS is the part of the nervous system that regulates many of the functions that happen automatically, without requiring conscious thought. It helps manage: Heart rate Blood pressure Breathing Digestion Temperature regulation Energy use And our physiological responses to changing demands in our life experiences Two of its primary branches are the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system helps mobilize the brain and body when we need energy, alertness or action. It is often called the fight-or-flight system. We need this sympathetic activation to wake up, exercise, concentrate, solve problems, respond to challenges and perform under pressure. When sympathetic activity rises, heart rate may increase, breathing may become faster and energy becomes more readily available for action. That is exactly what we want when climbing a mountain, completing an intense workout, delivering a presentation or responding to an immediate challenge. The problem is not activation itself. The problem may arise when the body has difficulty shifting out of that activated state after the challenge has passed. The parasympathetic nervous system supports the restorative side of this process. It is often described as the rest-and-digest system because it helps the body conserve energy, digest food and create conditions that support rest and recovery. When our parasympathetic NS is activated, heart rate generally slows and the body becomes less physiologically activated. But the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems are not simple on-and-off switches. They continually interact throughout the day and night. Healthy regulation depends on our ability to move flexibly between activation and recovery as our life circumstances change. I'm sure you've heard people talking about how they “regulate” themselves, or take themselves from a high stress state, to lower stress state usually through intentional breathing, (I've just started to add this technique), physical movement (my go-to way to get back to myself when I have time) and some people use sensory grounding to get themselves out of anxious loops. American neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman suggests the physiological sigh as a breathing technique “to reduce stress and anxiety in real-time, while they are still engaging in life.”[vi] He does say that this pattern of breathing is something that we all engage in when we are in deep sleep (our dogs do it too), a double inhale, followed by an extended exhale. He says it works well to reduce stress because “it offloads a lot of carbon dioxide all at once.” Until I started to look at this sleep stress number, I didn't realize that even during healthy sleep, our autonomic activity fluctuates. Deep sleep is generally associated with greater parasympathetic influence, while REM sleep can include more variable heart rate, breathing and sympathetic activity. This means that brief periods of increased physiological stress during sleep are not automatically signs that something is wrong. The more useful question is: Can my body move flexibly between activation and recovery—or is it remaining unusually activated for extended periods? What Does WHOOP Mean by Sleep Stress? WHOOP estimates physiological stress using signals that include heart rate and heart-rate variability, or HRV, compared with your personal baseline. Its Sleep Stress view shows the proportion of the night spent in low, medium and high physiological stress zones. This is an important distinction: A wearable does not directly measure your thoughts or emotions. It cannot know whether you are worried, excited, digesting a late meal, fighting an infection or recovering from a difficult workout. It also does not directly measure the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches of the nervous system. Instead, it uses cardiovascular signals to estimate how physiologically activated your body appears relative to what is normal for you. Elevated nighttime stress can potentially be influenced by: Mental or emotional strain Alcohol Illness or an emerging infection A late or heavy meal Intense exercise close to bedtime Accumulated training strain Dehydration Heat or an uncomfortable sleep environment Travel and disrupted routines Hormonal changes Certain medications Or sleep-disordered breathing Sleep Stress should therefore be treated as a signal to investigate, not a diagnosis. One elevated night may not mean very much. The greatest value comes from observing your own patterns across several weeks and comparing those patterns with your behaviors, environment, training and health. Where Sleep Stress Fits in the Movement Loop Our original Phase 3 framework was: Movement → Adaptation → Performance But we can now expand this pathway: Movement → Physiological Load → Recovery → Adaptation → Performance Movement provides a challenge to the brain and body. That challenge creates physiological load. Recovery gives the body an opportunity to respond to the load, repair what was challenged and build additional capacity. That process is adaptation. And the capacity created through adaptation supports future performance. Sleep Stress sits within the recovery stage of this loop. It helps us investigate whether the body is successfully downshifting from the demands of the day or remaining more activated than usual during the recovery window. This does not mean that every increase in nighttime stress prevents adaptation. The body is dynamic. Exercise, digestion, illness, temperature and different stages of sleep can all affect nighttime physiology. But if elevated Sleep Stress becomes a repeated pattern, it may indicate that the body is carrying more load than it is currently absorbing. This is why Sleep Stress belongs in Phase 3: Movement supplies the challenge. Recovery determines how effectively we absorb it. Adaptation builds capacity. And capacity supports performance. What My Six-Month Results Show When I examined my 6-month Sleep Stress results from March 17 through September 12 when I was writing this episode, I first looked at six consecutive monthly windows: March 17–April 15: 21 minutes of average high Sleep Stress April 16–May 15: 35 minutes May 16–June 14: 18 minutes June 15–July 14: 14 minutes July 15–August 13: 5 minutes August 14–September 12: 4 minutes The pattern was not a straight decline. My average high Sleep Stress initially increased from 21 to 35 minutes. That April-to-May period (with International Travel) was the highest point in the six-month window—a 67% increase from the preceding month. The nightly graphs also show more frequent and more substantial periods in WHOOP's high-stress zone during that time. The data cannot tell me exactly what caused the increase. It may have reflected accumulated emotional stress, training load, disrupted routines, sleep timing, travel, temperature, or several factors interacting at once. But after that 35-minute peak, the direction changed: 35 → 18 → 14 → 5 → 4 minutes That is an approximately 89% reduction from the peak. This was not the result of one isolated night or a single unusually good week. It was a progressive decline across four consecutive monthly windows. When I switched to WHOOP's full six-month view, however, I initially noticed what appeared to be a contradiction. My six-month average was 16 minutes in the high-stress zone—60% higher than my preceding six-month average of 10 minutes. How could my current Sleep Stress be improving so dramatically while the six-month comparison still showed an increase? The answer is that a six-month average is a lagging measure. You can see my 6 month data in the show notes. This graph includes the elevated spring period, particularly the April-to-May peak of 35 minutes. Those earlier nights continue to pull the six-month average upward, even though my more recent results are much lower. The percentage of each night spent in WHOOP's different stress zones makes the recent change especially clear. During the April-to-May peak: 6% of my sleep was in the high-stress zone 27% was in the medium-stress zone 67% was in the low-stress zone By August 14 through September 12: High-stress sleep had fallen to 1% Medium-stress sleep had fallen to 10% Low-stress sleep had risen to 89% This may be the most meaningful finding in the entire six-month trend. I did not simply spend less time in WHOOP's high-stress zone. A much larger proportion of my night shifted into the low-stress zone. From spring into early summer, my high Sleep Stress had already begun to decline as I was focused on my health routine it kept dropping—from 35 minutes to 18 and then 14 minutes. I was living my life as usual. Three observations help explain what I think this pattern means. Observation One The Spring Peak Was Worth Investigating The 35-minute average represented a 67% increase from the preceding monthly window. The nightly graphs also show more frequent and more substantial periods in WHOOP's high-stress zone during that time. Something was placing a greater physiological demand on my system, but the screenshots cannot tell me precisely what it was. The increase could have reflected emotional stress, training load, disrupted routines, sleep timing, travel, illness, temperature or several factors interacting at once. This is why wearable data becomes more useful when it is paired with context. The number shows us what changed. A behavior log helps us investigate why it may have changed. Observation Two The Improvement Began Before August My Sleep Stress did not suddenly improve in one week. After the April-to-May peak, it declined across four consecutive monthly windows: 35 minutes fell to 18, then 14, then 5 and finally 4 minutes. That suggests an ongoing recovery shift rather than one isolated good night. By the latest monthly window, 89% of my sleep appeared in WHOOP's low-stress zone, compared with 67% during the spring peak. My body appeared to be spending progressively more of the night in a lower state of physiological activation relative to my baseline. Observation Three One Change May Have Strengthened the Trend Then, on August 7, I changed one thing. My movement, training, sauna, hydration and sleep practices remained relatively consistent. The clearest variable I intentionally changed was this: I stopped drinking alcohol. The timing matters. My July 15-August 13 average, which contained only the first week of the alcohol-free experiment, was already down to 5 minutes. Because most of that monthly window occurred before August 7, alcohol removal cannot explain the entire decline. But after I removed alcohol, my Sleep Stress remained at its lowest level and fell again to 4 minutes. During the same period, my HRV increased, my resting heart rate decreased and my overall recovery improved. These measures are related rather than completely independent-WHOOP's Stress Monitor itself uses patterns in heart rate and HRV. Still, when several parts of my recovery picture begin telling a consistent story after one clearly defined change, the pattern becomes more compelling. The data does not prove that removing alcohol caused every improvement. The most responsible conclusion is that my recovery had already begun improving and alcohol removal may have helped reinforce and sustain that progress. My Biggest Aha Moment My biggest realization was this: I was not improving my sleep only by changing what I did at night-such as cooling the room, using a sleep mask or limiting phone use before bed. I was improving my nights by changing my days. This is exactly what Dr. Kristen Holmes suggested we do on EP 4054. Everything we do during the day contributes to the total load our bodies must process: The emotional stress we carry The timing and intensity of exercise The food we eat The time we eat it Alcohol Hydration Light exposure Travel Work demands And whether we create moments of recovery between those demands The night can become a physiological reflection of everything that came before it. For years, many of us have assumed that being exhausted guarantees a good night's sleep. But exhaustion and regulation are not the same thing. We can be deeply tired and still physiologically activated. The goal is not to exhaust the body until it shuts down. The goal is to help the body transition from meeting the demands of the day into the conditions required for recovery. How Can YOU Measure Nighttime Stress? WHOOP provides a specific Sleep Stress view, but you do not need WHOOP to begin observing your recovery patterns. Depending on the wearable or device you use, you may be able to track: Sleeping heart rate Resting heart rate Overnight HRV Respiratory rate Skin-temperature deviation Sleep disruptions Restlessness Blood-oxygen trends And recovery or readiness scores The most important consideration is your personal baseline. Your HRV, resting heart rate and respiratory rate should not be judged against someone else's ideal number. Begin by learning what is normal for you. Then look for: Sudden deviations Repeated elevations Changes lasting several nights Connections with specific behaviors (I noticed that sleep stress was ALWAYS there after no more than 1-2 glasses of wine) And whether multiple measures change together (I noticed that after a long hike, if I chose to have a drink that night, even one glass of wine, sleep stress would be there the next day). There was no escaping what elevated it for me. Even without a wearable, you can begin tracking subjective signs of recovery. Each morning, ask: How many times did I awaken? Did I feel restored when I woke up? Was my mind calm or racing before bed? Did I wake with tension, a racing heart or unusual warmth? How was my energy, mood and focus the following day? You can then compare those observations with factors such as: Alcohol Meal timing Exercise timing Emotional stress Illness Travel And changes in your sleep environment The purpose is not to become anxious about every fluctuation. The purpose is to find patterns that help you make better decisions. It did help me to have a wearable to notice just how consistent my sleep stress was with certain behaviors. Can you measure Sleep Stress without a wearable? Not in the same way. Without overnight heart-rate and HRV data, we cannot calculate WHOOP's Sleep Stress score—and we may not consciously feel that our physiology remained activated. That was true for me. I did not feel stressed while I was sleeping. I needed the data to show me that my body was experiencing something my conscious mind could not detect. Without a wearable, we can still watch for indirect clues: repeated awakenings, morning fatigue, an elevated morning pulse, daytime sleepiness or a bed partner noticing snoring, gasping or restlessness. A sleep diary can help connect those clues with our daytime behaviors. The wearable did not create the stress. It made an invisible physiological pattern visible. How Can We Lower Sleep Stress? There is no single method guaranteed to lower nighttime stress because the underlying cause may differ from one person to another. The following ideas are best approached as individual experiments. Examine Alcohol Alcohol can make us feel sleepy, but sedation is not the same as restorative sleep. Try reducing or removing alcohol for several weeks and observe what happens to your Sleep Stress, HRV, resting heart rate, awakenings and morning energy. Look for a trend rather than expecting every night to improve. This isn't the first time I've removed alcohol while creating certain conditions for my body to perform at its best over the past 7 years of this podcast, and prior. I remember first hearing Dr. Daniel Amen talking about how alcohol isn't a health food, and that he suggests no amount to be healthy for the brain. When I first heard him say this, I did think, “Oh come on, Dr. Amen, say it's not so” because I don't eat junk food (we'll cover this topic next) so I would almost look to find some research that would allow even just small amounts. You can hear what Dr. Huberman[vii] suggests on his riveting episode on this topic, and I'm sharing that my reduction with sleep stress was significant enough for me to decide that cutting it out of my diet would be a permanent decision. This is a personal decision though and what might be significant for me with my results, might not be what you notice. Finish Eating Earlier A large or heavy meal close to bedtime may keep the body active through digestion. Experiment with finishing dinner earlier and leaving a consistent interval before sleep. Then observe whether your nighttime heart rate, Sleep Stress or restlessness changes. I've always had dinner around 5pm and don't eat anything after 6:30pm (except the occasional hot chocolate). Create an Evening Wind Down The brain and body need a transition between daytime demands and sleep. Your off-ramp might include: Dimming the lights Reducing stimulating content Reading Meditation Slow breathing NSDR Gentle stretching A warm shower or bath Writing down tomorrow's priorities Or following a consistent bedtime routine The purpose is to give the nervous system repeated cues that the demands of the day are ending. I like an Epsom salt bath when I'm home to transition from a work day, to night time. Balance Training With Recovery Exercise generally supports sleep and long-term health, but timing and intensity can affect individuals differently. If you repeatedly notice elevated nighttime stress after late, intense workouts, experiment with completing those sessions earlier. You might replace a late high-intensity session with walking, gentle mobility or recovery work and then compare the results. I did notice that on days I go to the gym after work, I do have higher stress that next morning. It's not always easy to fit everything in early mornings. Practice Regulation During the Day Do not wait until bedtime to address accumulated activation. Small recovery periods throughout the day can include: Brief movement breaks Time outdoors Slow breathing Space between meetings Short periods without digital stimulation Meditation Recovery does not begin when your head hits the pillow. It is built into the rhythm of the entire day. Optimize the Sleep Environment Examine the physical conditions surrounding your sleep: Is the room comfortably cool? Is it dark? Is it quiet? Are notifications turned off? Are pets or other interruptions waking you? Does your bedding help regulate temperature? Has travel disrupted your routine? Sometimes the source of elevated nighttime activation is due to your environment. Pay Attention to Possible Health Signals A sudden increase in nighttime stress—especially when accompanied by changes in resting heart rate, respiratory rate or skin temperature—may occur when the body is fighting an illness. Persistent changes deserve attention, particularly if they are accompanied by loud snoring, gasping during sleep, chest symptoms, unusual shortness of breath or significant daytime sleepiness. A wearable cannot diagnose sleep apnea, an infection or another medical condition. Its role is to help us notice when something has changed and decide whether further evaluation may be appropriate. A Seven-Day Sleep Stress Experiment This week, select only one or two variables to change. Your experiment does not have to involve alcohol like mine did. I honestly just stopped enjoying it, so it was an easy variable for me to pick. Don't ask me to give up coffee though. I won't be participating in any caffeine reduction experiments. Choose one variable that may be influencing your nighttime physiology, keep everything else as consistent as possible, and watch the trend—not one isolated score. You might: Avoid alcohol Finish dinner earlier Move intense exercise away from bedtime Create a 20-minute evening wind down routine Practice five minutes of slow breathing Or make the bedroom cooler and darker Each morning, record: Time in high Sleep Stress, if available HRV Resting heart rate Respiratory rate Number of awakenings And how restored you feel on a scale from 1 to 10 At the end of the week, ask: What changed? What remained consistent? Which behaviors appeared to help my body settle? Which behaviors were followed by greater nighttime activation? Do not try to produce a perfect score. The goal is to identify a pattern you can repeat. Review and Conclusion To close out this BONUS EP4, where we explored Sleep Stress—not as another score to chase, but as a window into what the body may be experiencing while we sleep. We learned that Sleep Stress estimates how physiologically activated the body remains during the night. It is different from sleep duration, which tells us how long we slept, and sleep stages, which estimate the kinds of sleep we experienced. To understand this metric, we looked at the two primary branches of the autonomic nervous system. The sympathetic nervous system mobilizes energy so we can move, focus, respond and perform. The parasympathetic nervous system supports conservation, digestion, restoration and recovery. Neither branch is inherently good or bad. We need activation to meet life's demands, and we need the ability to downshift when those demands have passed. Healthy regulation is not the absence of stress. It is the flexibility to move between activation and recovery. We also learned that WHOOP does not directly measure either branch of the autonomic nervous system. It uses patterns in heart rate and heart-rate variability, compared with our personal baseline, to estimate physiological stress. That makes Sleep Stress a useful signal—but not a diagnosis and not proof of what caused a particular change. This metric fits within the recovery stage of our expanded Movement Loop: Movement → Physiological Load → Recovery → Adaptation → Performance Movement creates the challenge. But the challenge alone does not build greater capacity. The body must be able to absorb the load, recover from it and adapt. When I examined my own six-month results, I saw my average high Sleep Stress rise from 21 minutes to a spring peak of 35 minutes. It then declined across four consecutive monthly windows: 35 → 18 → 14 → 5 → 4 minutes That represented approximately 89% reduction from the highest month The proportion of my sleep in WHOOP's low-stress zone also increased from 67% during the spring peak to 89% in my most recent monthly window. My recovery had already begun improving before I had cut out alcohol on August 7, so alcohol removal cannot explain the entire decline. But when I kept the rest of my routine relatively consistent and removed alcohol, my Sleep Stress remained at its lowest level. At the same time, my HRV increased, my resting heart rate decreased and my overall recovery improved. This does not prove that one behavior caused every change. But it gives me good reason to believe that removing alcohol helped reinforce an already improving recovery pattern. And that brings me to the most important lesson from this experiment: I did not improve my recovery by asking my body to do more. I improved it by creating better conditions for my body to recover from everything it was already doing. So tonight, instead of asking only: “How many hours will I sleep?” Think about-- “What am I doing today that will help—or prevent—my body from settling tonight?” Because the night does not begin when we close our eyes. It carries the accumulated effects of how we moved, trained, ate, worked, regulated and recovered throughout the day. Movement creates the stimulus. Recovery allows us to absorb it. Adaptation builds our capacity. And greater capacity prepares the brain and body to perform tomorrow. I'll see you next time for Episode 407, where we will revisit Jason Wittrock's work through a current and carefully defined lens. We'll examine his experience with nutrition and fasting as the perspective of an applied practitioner and personal case study, while comparing those ideas with current evidence surrounding nutrition, blood-sugar stability, metabolic flexibility, recovery and performance. Because if recovery determines how well we adapt to a challenge, metabolism determines whether the brain and body have the energy required to power that adaptation. And the brain and body cannot sustain performance without the energy required to power the system. I'll see you next time. REFERENCES: [i]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast BONUS EP 3 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/the-hidden-story-behind-your-resting-heart-rate/   [ii]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast BONUS EP 4 https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/is-your-4-am-hike-costing-you-rem-the-movement-vs-sleep-trade%e2%80%91off/   [iii] whoop.com   [iv]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast EP 59  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/suzanne-gundersen-on-the-polyvagal-theory-in-practice/   [v]Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast “The Future of Educational Neuroscience”  https://andreasamadi.podbean.com/e/lori-desautels-and-michael-mcknight-on-the-future-of-educational-neuroscience-in-our-schools-and-communities/   [vi] Dr. Andrew Huberman Breathing Techniques to Reduce Stress and Anxiety. The Physiological Sigh https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSZKIupBUuc   [vii] Dr. Andrew Huberman https://www.hubermanlab.com/subtopics/effects-of-alcohol-on-the-brain-and-body  

Dr. Whitney Casares joins host Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez to talk about self-care for parents. They break down what self-care looks like, why it's so important and why parents often put their needs last. Learn practical tips for reducing the mental load of parenting, making time for yourself and finding a healthier balance. For resources go to healthychildren.org/podcast.

I'm excited to have Povilas Sabaliauskas, the CEO of Pulsetto, joining me for a two-part series. I truly believe that the Pulsetto is the best vagus nerve stimulator on the market. Today, in Part 1, Povilas explains what the vagus nerve is and how it acts as a necessary mental toothbrush for us. The Benefits of Vagus Nerve Stimulation Helps the body shift from fight-or-flight to relaxation Enhances sleep quality and supports faster recovery Builds long-term stress resilience  Calms the nervous system and promotes mental well-being  Bio: Povilas Sabaliauskas Povilas Sabaliauskas is the co-founder and CEO of Pulsetto, one of the fastest-growing wellness tech companies in the world.  A leader in non-invasive neuromodulation, Pulsetto is redefining how we approach stress, sleep, and recovery — through wearable vagus nerve stimulation backed by science and loved by high-performers around the globe.  With a background in tech and performance coaching, Povilas has become a passionate advocate for making cutting-edge wellness tools accessible to everyone — not just elite athletes or clinical patients.  Under his leadership, Pulsetto has partnered with leading researchers, completed clinical trials, and grown to over 100,000 users across Europe and the U.S. Povilas brings a unique mix of business strategy, biohacking curiosity, and real-world stress recovery insights — making him a fresh voice in the growing world of neuromodulation and mental resilience. In this episode: Why the vagus nerve is called the highway to health  How the vagus nerve controls the body's ability to switch between stress and relaxation How electrical stimulation can help the body to switch from fight-or-flight to rest-and-digest  How vagus nerve stimulation boosts stress resilience, sleep quality, and recovery How daily practices can train your body to handle stress more effectively How the Pulsetto device acts like a mental toothbrush to reset the brain Links and Resources: Try Halo (Salt) Therapy for respiratory and skin health. Call 319-363-0033 to schedule your session. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Use Code FIBER to get 10% off GLP-1 Fiber⁠ ⁠⁠Sinus Support⁠ Guest Social Media Links: ⁠Povilas Sabaliauskas on LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Pulsetto Device on YouTube⁠  ⁠YouTube: Immediate Relief from Stress & Burnout with Pulsetto and CEO Povilas Sabaliauskas⁠ ⁠YouTube: Interview with Nick Engerer from A Longer Life and Povilas Sabaliauskas from Pulsetto⁠  ⁠YouTube: How to Reduce Stress and Calm Your Nervous System in Just 4 Minutes using a New Device⁠ Relative Links for This Show: ⁠Use the code Dr. Stephanie Gray for 10% off⁠ Follow Your Longevity Blueprint  On ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Twitter⁠| ⁠YouTube⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Get your copy of the Your Longevity Blueprint book and claim your bonuses here⁠ ⁠Find Dr. Stephanie Gray and Your Longevity Blueprint online⁠   Follow Dr. Stephanie Gray  On ⁠Facebook⁠| ⁠Instagram⁠| ⁠Youtube⁠ | ⁠Twitter⁠ | ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Integrative Health and Hormone Clinic⁠ ⁠Podcast production by Team Podcast⁠ 

We sit down with licensed psychologist Dr. Sami Chun to make sexual intimacy easier to talk about and more honest to live. We trade myths and pressure for practical language around safety, excitement, and connection so couples can navigate desire differences without shame. • why defining “sex” upfront reduces misunderstanding and disconnection • Dr. Chun's SEX acronym: safety, excitement, and connection • how anxiety and performance pressure shut down arousal • the five gears of intimacy and how to stop “jumping to fifth” • myths about desire, orgasm, and what arousal “should” look like • the APPLE framework: anxiety, pain, and loneliness as signals • how to make requests instead of assumptions or demands • when to consider couples, family, group, or individual therapy • the practice of being responsible for yourself to your partner Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, exhausted, and like you're constantly running on empty? This episode is for busy women who want to reduce stress, calm a busy mind, manage the mental load, and create a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. We live in a world that celebrates hustle culture where women are expected to do it all, achieve more, stay productive, look after everyone else, and somehow still find time for their own health and wellness. But constantly being “on” comes at a cost. The never-ending to-do lists, pressure, and unrealistic expectations can leave your mind racing, your body tired, and your ability to switch off feeling impossible. In this episode of The Healthy Her, I'm sharing how to stop running on empty, calm your busy mind, reduce stress, and start making your health a priority again. You'll learn practical stress relief habits, simple wellness strategies, and mindset shifts to help you feel calmer, more in control, less overwhelmed, and more energised in everyday life. If you've been searching for: - how to reduce stress - how to calm a busy mind - how to stop feeling overwhelmed - stress relief for busy women - how to avoid burnout - how to prioritise self-care and wellness this episode will help you create a calmer, healthier lifestyle without adding more pressure. Inside this episode I'll chat about: - Why hustle culture keeps so many women stuck in exhaustion - How to manage your mental load and stop carrying everything alone - Simple ways to calm your mind when life feels overwhelming - How to create healthy routines that support your energy - How to reconnect with your health, wellbeing, and yourself again You don't need to do more, push harder, or keep running on empty. Sometimes the biggest change comes from learning how to slow down, reset, and take care of yourself. Listen now to learn how to calm your busy mind, recharge your body, and create a more stress-free life. You'll Hear: 00:00 Introduction: The Wake-Up Call 02:45 The Importance of Slowing Down 05:50 Recognizing Signs of Burnout 08:33 Energy Audit: Balancing Your Energy 11:17 Prioritizing Yourself: Morning Routines 14:16 The Power of Saying No 16:56 Closing Mental Tabs: Writing It Down 20:05 Establishing a Nightly Routine 22:42 Ditching Urgency: The Freeze Rule 25:29 Being Organized: Your Superpower Join the Number #1 Weight Loss Membership HERE           

We sit down with marriage and family therapist Sonnet Hinsey to talk about premarital education as prevention, not therapy for people in trouble. We break down the Five Love Languages, Gottman-inspired connection habits, and simple action plans that help couples stay close when the “in love” high shifts into real life. • why prevention work matters before conflict hardens into patterns • how RELATE and READY assessments create clarity and shared language • what keeps premarital education from feeling scary or stigmatized • the Five Love Languages and why couples “miss the mark” with good intentions • building a concrete love language action plan that actually gets used • Gottman concepts that strengthen friendship, fondness and daily connection • bids for connection and why small responses matter more than grand gestures • budgeting and money talks as part of preparing for marriage • simple CBT tools for handling triggers and communicating needs • Sonnet's online love languages date night and follow-up supports Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

In this episode, a look at what you can do if you have excessive startle response or you are extra jumpy around certain sounds or experiences.  Resources Mentioned:    What to Eat for Better Mental Health on the Sutter Health website.   Cleveland Clinic on Eat These Foods to Reduce Stress and Anxiety The Mayo Clinic FAQ on coping with anxiety. Harvard Sleep Medicine page on Sleep Hygiene and a page on Progressive Muscle Relaxation for Sleep.   For U.S. Armed Forces service members, the Red Cross has a PDF on setting up a sleep routine   Australian Center for Clinical Interventions web page on Progressive Muscle Relaxation   Emergency Resources The Trevor Project: Provides crisis support specifically for LGBTQ+ youth through phone (1-866-488-7386), text (START to 678-678), and online chat. Available 24/7. They also provide peer support and community.    Veterans Crisis Line: Call 988 and press 1, text 838255, or chat online. There are phone lines for those serving overseas. Visit the website to find the current status of the Veteran line and international calling options.    National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 for free, confidential support 24/7. This service operates independently of the 988 service. Users can use text, chat or WhatsApp as a means of contact.   Disclaimer:  Links to other sites are provided for information purposes only and do not constitute endorsements.  Always seek the advice of a qualified health provider with questions you may have regarding a medical or mental health disorder. This blog and podcast is intended for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing in this program is intended to be a substitute for professional psychological, psychiatric or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  

What if improving your workday began with stepping outside for a few minutes?Julie Beckwith, co-founder of Living on the Patio, joins Jennifer R Glass to share how her relationship with outdoor living changed after the pandemic and a serious cardiac event. Their conversation explores how intentional time in nature may support stress relief, mood, focus, and overall well-being.Jennifer and Julie discuss:Practical ways to spend time outside in cold, hot, or humid weatherWhether sitting near a sunny window offers the same experience as going outdoorsHow to work from a patio, balcony, yard, or shared green spaceSimple ways to reduce screen fatigue and give your eyes a change of focusHow apartment dwellers and city residents can bring elements of nature indoorsWhy employers may want to consider outdoor work and break spacesJulie's definition of success and the joy she finds in helping people reconnect with natureLearn more about Julie and access her resources at LivingOnThePatio.com.Disclosure: Julie Beckwith paid an administrative appearance fee to participate in this episode. Payment did not guarantee editorial control, endorsement, or any particular outcome.Health note: This conversation shares personal experiences and general educational information. It is not medical advice and should not replace guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Some health and productivity claims discussed reflect the guest's interpretation of available research and should not be treated as guaranteed outcomes.

We talk with Dr. Paul Jenkins about a clear positivity model that explains why our brains swing between judging what is and building what's next, and how that swing shows up in marriage. We walk away with simple tools that replace helpless frustration with choice, hope, and daily actions that actually change the tone at home. • Dr. Jenkins' shift from traditional therapy to positive psychology after a humbling bankruptcy • Awareness precedes choice as a foundation for personal growth and relationship repair • Two constant mind processes: evaluation of what is and creation of what is to be • How comparison drives emotion and why “it could be worse” can create real relief • Hope versus anxiety as outcomes of what we imagine is coming next • Toxic positivity as denial of reality versus healthy positivity as making peace with reality • Gratitude power-up as a five-day practice to notice what is good right now • BB8 Better By Eight as a small daily creation habit for immediate upgrades • Choosing love as a verb and a daily decision that shapes the marriage Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

Find out your unique sensitivity profile and your current stress levels. Take the HSP Stress Test here: https://trueinnerfreedom.com/hsp-stress-test/  What if your stress management routine is actually making you more stressed? As a highly sensitive person, it's natural to want more peace and less overwhelm. But the constant search for the perfect routine, meditation practice, or self-help strategy can quietly become another exhausting project. In this episode, you'll discover why this happens and how to step out of the cycle without giving up on caring for yourself. Discover why highly sensitive people often turn stress management into an endless pursuit of perfection. Learn how well-intentioned habits like meditation, sleep optimization, and personal growth can unintentionally create more pressure. Explore a more peaceful approach that allows you to care for yourself without making stress elimination your next full-time job.   Press play to discover how letting go of perfect stress management can help you experience the peace you've been searching for.   Todd Smith, founder of True Inner Freedom Dreaming of a stress-free, balanced life? Visit https://trueinnerfreedom.com/ and take the HSP Stress Test. Gain clarity on your sensitivity and stress triggers, and book a free 30-minute introductory conversation to explore what's going on for you and see if working together 1:1 might be a fit. Are you a highly sensitive person (HSP) or someone who identifies as hypersensitive or neurodivergent? This podcast is dedicated to helping highly sensitive people (HSPs) navigate overwhelm and stress by using The Work of Byron Katie—a powerful method for questioning stressful thoughts and finding true inner freedom. We dive deep into stress management strategies, coping with stress, and stress relief methods specifically tailored for HSPs. Learn how to manage emotions, especially negative ones, and explore effective stress reduction techniques that go beyond the surface to address the root causes of anxiety and pressure. Whether you're interested in learning how to lower stress, handle stress and pressure, or reduce stress through practical techniques, we provide insights and support based on The Work of Byron Katie. Discover how this transformative approach can help you decrease stress, find inner peace, and create balance in your life. Join us to learn about various coping strategies for stress, all designed to support HSPs in their journey toward emotional well-being.

In this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul Jenkins invites Dr. David Schramm, a family science professor and author of the book Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life, to discuss some practical strategies for enhancing happiness. Dr. Dave shares insights from his years of research and explains how to break down the science of happiness into simple, actionable steps that anyone can incorporate into their daily life.   Dr. Paul and Dr. Dave engage in a heartfelt conversation about the different levels of happiness, from fleeting pleasures to deeper engagements and purpose. Dr. Dave offers inspiring anecdotes about how finding purpose and contributing to others' well-being can significantly impact one's own happiness. They also discuss how simple actions, like letting sunlight hit your face in the morning, can be foundational to improving your life incrementally.   Listeners are encouraged to view happiness not merely as a pursuit of pleasure but as a series of small, intentional actions that create a conducive environment for joy, resilience, and meaningful connections. Dr. Paul also shares about the positives platform, inviting listeners to explore it at liveonpurposeradio.com/positives as a resource for enhancing their happiness journey. Together, they show that with simple hacks and an outward mindset, happiness can become a sustainable part of everyday life.   Learn more about Dr. David Schramm at his website and tune in for specific tips that can help you live—and love—a more purpose-driven life.

Men are often expected to be strong, successful, and dependable while receiving little encouragement to express vulnerability or ask for support. Relationship coach Mike Elliott joins Dave and Liz to explore how emotional awareness, presence, and feeling heard and seen can transform relationships. Mike shares his Relational Authority framework, the importance of strong support systems, and a practical tool couples can use to create greater safety and connection. Learn why lasting relationship growth begins with taking responsibility for yourself and choosing devotion over domination. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Takeaway of the Day Mike Elliott: An under-resourced person can become reactive and disconnected. Take an honest inventory of your emotional, physical, and relational resources. Build supportive relationships, care for yourself, and develop the capacity to show up with greater safety and gentle power. Liz Hale: Vulnerability, acknowledgment, and reassurance can deeply strengthen connection. The VAR framework offers a simple way to help your partner feel emotionally heard, seen, and safe. Dave Schramm: Slow down and remember that people are more important than problems. Presence, attention, reassurance, and appreciation create meaningful connection, especially when partners feel valued for their efforts and sacrifices.Mike's Resources:Website: https://www.itsmikeelliott.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikeelliott.relating/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Itsmikeelliott Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

In this episode of our Back to Nature mini-series, Dr. Sandra Marie and psychic Kimmie Haliburda explore the profound wisdom of the element of water.Across many ancient traditions, water has symbolized emotion, intuition, creativity, healing, and transformation. But how can we intentionally work with this element to support emotional balance and nervous system regulation in everyday life?Together, they discuss practical ways to partner with water, from spending time near rivers and oceans to mindful showers, baths, meditation, dreamwork, and simple daily rituals that help restore calm and reconnect us with ourselves.Whether you're seeking greater emotional resilience, creative inspiration, or a deeper relationship with nature, this conversation offers thoughtful perspectives and practical ideas you can begin exploring today.ResourcesLearn more about Dr. Sandra Marie and Wild Souls Gathering: https://wildsoulsgathering.com Learn more about Kimmie Haliburda: https://kimmiehaliburdapsychic.comIPlease subscribe and follow the show to stay updated on new releases. If this episode resonated, feel free to share it with someone who may enjoy or benefit.Support Happy Hour for the Spiritually CuriousEmbrace YOUR Wild Soul!https://www.youtube.com/@wildsoulgatheringhttps://www.tiktok.com/@spirituallycurioushttps://www.twitter.com/@soul_gatheringshttps://www.instagram.com/wildsoulgatheringshttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080690206346https://spiralrebellion.com/

Vered Benhorin, music therapist and Baby in Tune founder, joins me to explore how music and connection can be powerful tools in your parenting toolbox.   Together we explore:   Why creating just a few intentional moments of connection each day matters far more than trying to be perfectly present all the time. The simple shift that can transform ordinary routines like diaper changes, snack time, or bedtime into relationship-building moments. How music can help you stay playful and connected before everyday frustrations turn into power struggles. Why following your child's lead during moments of exploration benefits both of your nervous systems. How songs can become emotional shortcuts that help your child feel safe, understood, and connected when big feelings arise. The surprising reason these "bubble moments" are just as important for parents as they are for children. Why the joy and wonder children experience can help us see the world differently, no matter how old they are.   Whether you're parenting a newborn, a toddler, or a teenager, this conversation is a gentle reminder that secure attachment isn't built through perfection. It's built through small moments of presence, delight, and connection that add up over time.     LEARN MORE ABOUT MY GUEST:

Sexual intimacy can be a powerful source of connection in marriage, but shame, avoidance, unrealistic expectations, and differences in desire can quickly create distance. Licensed professional counselor and certified sex therapist Vanessa Cushing joins Dave and Liz to discuss desire discrepancy, performance anxiety, pornography, sexual trauma, and the importance of honest communication. Learn how couples can stop blaming each other, build emotional safety, and approach sexual intimacy as a team focused on connection rather than performance.The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Takeaway of the Day Vanessa Cushing: Talk to each other and stop blaming each other. Desire and intimacy improve when couples have hard conversations, approach challenges as a team, and consistently do the small things that strengthen connection. Liz Hale: Desire is a team effort. Sexual challenges are not simply one partner's problem, and understanding the deeper emotional or psychological factors behind sexual behaviors can help couples respond with greater compassion. Dave Schramm: Safety and connection are foundational to healthy sexual intimacy. Couples can strengthen their relationship by communicating openly, being vulnerable, and seeking professional help when challenges feel difficult to resolve alone. Vanessa's Resources: Website: https://www.cushingcounseling.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cushingcounseling/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@vanessacushing TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cushingcounseling Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Cushing-Counseling/61578982936946/  Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

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What if you could stop spiralling, calm your nervous system and actually create some space between something happening and your reaction to it?In this episode, we're joined by EFT practitioner Jacqui Acree to talk all things EFT tapping, nervous system regulation and why tapping might be far more interesting than you think.We get into what is EFT, what's happening in your brain and body when you tap, and why it can be so helpful for stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm and those reactions that sometimes seem to come out of nowhere.Jacqui shares how tapping helped her process her own intense reactions, why our present-day responses can be connected to past experiences, and how tapping can help us access a different perspective without bypassing difficult emotions.We also speak on manifestation, self-trust and procrastination before finishing with a live EFT tapping exercise that you can try for yourself thanks to Jacqui.Resources Mentioned:Join us over on Patreon for a very special tapping session with Jacqui on August 11th at 6pm ET/ 3pm PST: https://www.patreon.com/demystifymagicEFT Rescue: Procrastination & Perfectionism info: save 10% when using code: MAGIC https://cart.jacquiacree.com/p-and-p/?coupon=MAGIC Get your FREE tapping session with Jacqui: https://jacquiacree.com/experience/Jacqui's The Rabbit Hole podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7AZLrnkJ6Zu13bvdnCpQv7?si=789a00a10dba4e3d  Jacqui's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jacqui.acree/ 

Sexual intimacy can play an important role in emotional connection, relationship satisfaction, and overall well-being. Relationship therapist Laura How joins Dr. Liz Hale and Dr. Dave Schramm to explore sexless marriages, differences in sexual desire, and the physical and emotional benefits of a healthy sexual relationship. Laura shares practical insights for understanding desire, talking openly about intimacy, and making your marriage a greater priority. Discover how curiosity, intentional connection, and playfulness can help couples rebuild intimacy and create a stronger marriage.The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Takeaway of the DayLaura How: Make your marriage the project of your life. Prioritize personal growth and create a relationship that feels playful, joyful, and energizing. A strong marriage is possible when couples intentionally nurture their connection.Liz Hale: A healthy sexual connection offers powerful benefits for individuals, couples, and families. Liz emphasizes the positive influence a loving, connected marriage can have on children and encourages women to recognize their power to strengthen their relationships.Dave Schramm: Relationships require intentional attention. When work, children, stress, and technology take over, emotional and physical connection can slowly fade. Couples need to talk openly, make time for each other, and remember that a lack of attention can lead to a loss of connection.Laura's Links:Website: https://laurahow.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurahow/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LauraHowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@laurahowcounsellingX: https://x.com/laurahowFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/laurahowcounsellor/Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

Edge God In Podcast 332: 3 Life Changing Parables from Jesus EdgeGodIn.com | Host: Lauren E Miller Championing Human Potential in Christ Download Bible Study Template Learning Objective: Learn why God never wastes our pain and how to navigate a trial with faith over fear. Scriptures: Matthew 25 Prayer: Dear Lord, I want to be filled with your joy and use the talents you have blessed me with to serve others. Make this possible for me today as I choose to put you first, gain clarity around the gifts you have given me and show me my give back project today. Prayer shared in the podcast: “It is out of love for thee, oh Lord, that I do surrender all that I think and believe I am, including life itself. To Thee O Lord, do I surrender my being.” Previous Podcast in this series by Lauren: How to Triumph in Trials Support Resources: Award Winning Books: Hearing His Whisper, with Every Storm Jesus Comes Too  https://amzn.to/3nNxdya 99 Things You Want to Know Before Stressing Out!  Emotional Intelligence in Christ Project: Book, 6-Week Study Guide & Course Now Launched Stress Relief Video Techniques: Click Here https://laurenemiller.com/stress-relief-coaching-expert/

Unless you're like me and have three dogs, then it's very stressful to be barefoot in your yard.

Host Evan Semanco is joined today by Care Pastor Bryan Reed to discuss Evan's message from Sunday in the Chill series, about stress. Evan and Bryan talk about parenting stress with school projects, how they relieve stress in their own lives, and answer a listener question about grief and stress and how to work through the loss of a loved one. Join us each Monday on Facebook Live at 3:30 pm via The Simple Church Facebook Page to ask your questions in real time, or email us Podcast@thesimplechurch.tv   LINKS FROM THE EPISODE Full Message from Sunday Family Fun Night August 7th Stress Less Reading Plan The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron I Said This, You Heard That (Colors)  The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk Francis Chan Rope Illustration Tony Evans Podcast Wim Hof Email Prayer@thesimplechurch.tv Download The Simple Church App If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion of who we should talk to next, or just want to chat, e-mail us Podcast@thesimplechurch.tv.   You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.

Episode Highlights With JessicaWhat tapping or EFT actually is and how it is such a powerful nervous system resetUnderstanding the nervous system and what a lot of sources get wrong Tapping has over 300 peer-reviewed studies behind itWhy always being calm isn't the goal of nervous system regulationHow quickly the nervous system can respond to safety signals through tappingTapping meditations that can reduce stress by 30% in a few minutesThe results they've seen with the millions of people who have learned tapping from the appFree part of the tapping app for first responders they can use anytimeHow I use tapping as a mom to help postpartumWhat inspired her to write her new book, Rewired Her own tapping routine and what she recommends for moms Walk through a tapping practice you can use right awayResources MentionedRewired: The Breakthrough Tapping Method to Stop Overthinking, Calm Your Body, and Finally Feel at EaseThe Tapping Solution appTapping cardsBONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmamaJust Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. 

Financial stress is something many people experience at different stages of life. Rising costs, unexpected expenses, debt, and uncertainty about the future can all create financial pressure.In this episode, Miguel Gonzalez discusses several practical financial habits that may help reduce money-related stress. Learn how spending awareness, emergency savings, automation, financial organization, and long-term consistency can help create a stronger sense of financial stability and confidence.Miguel Gonzalez is a Certified Retirement Counselor (CRC) with over 25 years of experience helping individuals and families design retirement income strategies and long-term financial plans. He is the Managing Partner of Cortburg Retirement Advisors, a boutique firm focused on retirement planning, investment management, and financial clarity.#FinancialStress #FinancialWellness #CortburgSpeaksRetirement #MiguelXGonzalez #MoneyHabits #FinancialPlanning #PersonalFinance #MoneyManagement #Budgeting #EmergencyFund #FinancialConfidence #FinancialFreedom #RetirementPlanning #WealthBuilding #MoneyMindset #SmartMoneyMoves #FinancialHealth #SavingsGoals #DebtManagement #FinancialClarityWelcome to Cortburg Speaks Retirement Podcast with Miguel Gonzalez, MBA, AIF®, CPFA®, CRC® CLICK HERE TO LISTEN TO MIGUEL'S LATEST PODCAST FOLLOW US ON: YouTube->https://m.youtube.com/c/CORTBURGRETIREMENTADVISORSFacebook-> https://m.facebook.com/CortburgIncTwitter-> https://twitter.com/CortburgIncLinkedIn->https://www.linkedin.com/in/miguelxgonzalez/Website: www.CortburgRetirement.comEmail:     Miguel@CortburgRetirement.com

Are you getting enough sleep—or just getting by? Today we explore the powerful science behind why quality sleep is essential for both mental and physical health. From boosting memory, mood, and focus to supporting your immune system and long-term well-being, sleep plays a far greater role than many of us realize.Brain Lady Julie breaks down how rest impacts your body and brain, and why prioritizing better quality sleep could be one of the most effective ways to improve your overall quality of life. Tune in for insightful takeaways and practical tips to help you wake up feeling truly restored.For more information on the studies mentioned in today's show…Stanford University Sleep StudyInsight on Psychology Cardio/Sleep StudyConnect with Brain Lady JulieDo you have a great question or topic you'd like Brain Lady Julie to cover? Think you'd be a great guest? Message our producer Kelli@BrainLadySpeaker.com and let us know.PLEASE NOTE: The information contained in this podcast is not at any time and for any reason meant to replace the guidance and/or treatment of any health professional. Whether it be a medical doctor, psychologist, psychotherapist, or anyone in the medical field. If you are under the care of such a health professional, remember this is an “added value” and not designed to replace any care you are currently under.

We flip the mic and let Liz and Rex interview Dave about his new book, Happy Hacks, and the science-backed habits that make joy more durable in real life. We dig into why happiness matters for marriages and families, how small choices build momentum, and why compassion and kindness are the glue of a stronger marriage connection. • why happiness is not toxic positivity and still involves choice through perspective • why Dave wrote a “hacks” book and how short, simple practices beat jargon • the structure of each hack: what it is, why it works, try this today, what if, bottom line • gratitude and kindness as the quickest ripple effect for well-being and relationships • “Text Two Before 10” and why delayed gratitude can be surprisingly powerful • foundational habits that shape mood: sunlight, hydration, protein, sleep, stopping doomscrolling • “happy hack attacks” that steal joy: comparison, rumination, avoiding emotions, materialism • purpose beyond the self as a buffer against stress and a path to meaning • hack 101: writing a letter to your future self to live with more intention now • the key to a stronger marriage connection: compassion and kindness Dave's Resources:Website: https://www.drdaveschramm.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drdaveschramm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrDaveUSU YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUgmEM9eheDC5AbNYUB3ENA/videos X: https://x.com/DrDaveUSU Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now starting at 99¢ on Amazon and Dave's Book StoreWritten by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduceThe opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

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 3445: Sam Russell explores how stress and frustration often arise when the mind races ahead of what the body is realistically prepared to do. Through his experience with yoga, he shows how mindful practice helps bridge the gap between thought and action, leading to greater presence, self-awareness, resilience, and inner balance. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/integrating-mind-and-body-be-present-reduce-stress/ Quotes to ponder: "Don't let your mind bully your body into believing it must carry the burden of its worries." "Practice is realizing you can't control what you will experience by over-thinking, overanalyzing, and forcing your will. You simply have to show up and be there, in both mind and body, allowing for an integrated experience." "Being strong is sensing your gaps and working with them, drawing them closer, bridging them, and learning from them." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 3445: Sam Russell explores how stress and frustration often arise when the mind races ahead of what the body is realistically prepared to do. Through his experience with yoga, he shows how mindful practice helps bridge the gap between thought and action, leading to greater presence, self-awareness, resilience, and inner balance. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://tinybuddha.com/blog/integrating-mind-and-body-be-present-reduce-stress/ Quotes to ponder: "Don't let your mind bully your body into believing it must carry the burden of its worries." "Practice is realizing you can't control what you will experience by over-thinking, overanalyzing, and forcing your will. You simply have to show up and be there, in both mind and body, allowing for an integrated experience." "Being strong is sensing your gaps and working with them, drawing them closer, bridging them, and learning from them." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stress is draining you. Your energy is gone by midday.And someone on the gram keeps telling you to jump into an ice bath or join the latest new bio-hack.But is that actually the answer or is there a smarter, more accessible way to get the same benefits?In part 4 of the Summer Self-Care Series, we're talking cold water therapy...what it actually does for your energy, your stress response, and your nervous system, and whether you need to do anything drastic to see real results.We're also going deep on your vagal nerve... one of the most important and most overlooked pieces of your midlife health... and how supporting it changes everything from how your body handles stress to how well you recover, sleep, and think.You'll walk away with a simple, free way to support your nervous system from home. (No ice tank required.)Your body was designed to heal. Tt just needs the right support.XO, Michelle***Get your premium copy of the Treasured Wellness Whole Health Journal!https://treasuredwellness.com/journal/

Stress is draining you. Your energy is gone by midday. And someone on the gram keeps telling you to jump into an ice bath or join the latest new bio-hack. But is that actually the answer or is there a smarter, more accessible way to get the same benefits? In part 4 of the Summer Self-Care Series, we're talking cold water therapy...what it actually does for your energy, your stress response, and your nervous system, and whether you need to do anything drastic to see real results. We're also going deep on your vagal nerve... one of the most important and most overlooked pieces of your midlife health... and how supporting it changes everything from how your body handles stress to how well you recover, sleep, and think. You'll walk away with a simple, free way to support your nervous system from home. (No ice tank required.) Your body was designed to heal. Tt just needs the right support. XO, Michelle ***Get your premium copy of the Treasured Wellness Whole Health Journal!   Ready to move from surviving to sustainable, God-centered energy? Book your Fatigue Freedom Breakthrough Call. This is a personal 30-minute Strategy Session where we uncover the real root causes of your fatigue and map out what your unique midlife body really needs. On this call, you'll get clear next steps so you can wake up with real energy, think clearly without fog, and show up fully for your family and calling. Book your  Fatigue Freedom Breakthrough Call today.   ***Join our community, Mind, Body. Restored.  to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on Substack  AND YouTube   ***DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.  

Discovering infidelity can be one of the most painful experiences a couple faces. In this episode, Dr. Bill Bumberry shares practical guidance and hope for couples navigating betrayal trauma and rebuilding trust. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and the Gottman Method, Bill explains the three key phases of healing after infidelity—atonement, attunement, and attachment—and offers actionable strategies for restoring safety, connection, and commitment. Whether you're recovering from betrayal or looking to strengthen your relationship against future threats, this conversation provides valuable insight and encouragement. • defining infidelity as betraying an agreement plus secrecy • why social media and dating apps make hiding easier • how friendships drift into emotional and physical affairs • common trauma responses for the hurt partner, including hypervigilance and dysregulation • why remorse has to become active compassion to restore safety • using the Gottman phases of atonement, attunement, and attachment • deciding which details help and which details harm early on • how avoidance and negative sentiment override set the stage for disconnection • what to consider when talking with kids at different ages • daily connection rituals that matter most, including the first two minutes together • loyalty as an active practice, especially when your partner is not presentComing June 23: Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now for Kindle Pre-Order for 99¢Written by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and create a more meaningful life—one small habit at a time.Available June 23 wherever books are sold.Lead to GoldThe podcast devoted to discussing realistic growth and wellness.

Discover the science behind the powerful bond between humans and animals. In this episode, we explore how interacting with animals can trigger feel‑good brain chemicals, lower stress, and support emotional well‑being. From neuroscience to real-life impact, you'll learn why these connections are more than just emotionally comforting— those furry friends will biologically improve your mental health!For more information on the studies mentioned in today's show…Frontiers in Psychology2022 Equine StudyJanuary 2015 Journal of Community and Supportive Oncology (Exact Google Seach Will Provide the Full Article in PDF Form)Our Friend (and former guest) Sandra Dee Robinson Equine Therapy in Texas USAConnect with Brain Lady JulieDo you have a great question or topic you'd like Brain Lady Julie to cover? Think you'd be a great guest? Message our producer Kelli@BrainLadySpeaker.com and let us know.PLEASE NOTE: The information contained in this podcast is not at any time and for any reason meant to replace the guidance and/or treatment of any health professional. Whether it be a medical doctor, psychologist, psychotherapist, or anyone in the medical field. If you are under the care of such a health professional, remember this is an “added value” and not designed to replace any care you are currently under.

Ryan Greigg and Jacqueline Smith explore stress management and energy optimization in this episode of the 15 Point Plan podcast. They delve into practical techniques such as physiological sighs, box breathing, and 4-7-8 breathing to regulate stress and improve heart rate variability. The duo discusses the impact of stress on the brain and body, emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance through mindfulness and lifestyle habits. Through engaging discussions and real-world examples, Ryan and Jacqueline provide listeners with actionable strategies to enhance energy, reduce stress, and foster overall well-being. ---------- Connect with the 15 Point Plan: 15 Point Plan: https://WinMakeGive.com/15-point-plan/ Win Make Give Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/WinMakeGive Learn more about the co-hosts: Jacqueline Smith: https://www.instagram.com/jacquelinerae_smith/ Ryan Greigg: https://www.instagram.com/ryanparkgreigg/ Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network

We sit down with psychotherapist Kirsten Davidson to unpack why couples drift into disconnection and how Internal Family Systems therapy can help us lead ourselves with more clarity, compassion, and courage. We challenge the stories we tell ourselves in conflict, practice speaking from “parts” instead of blame, and lay out simple shifts that rebuild real connection. • assumptions driving communication breakdowns and unnecessary hurt • avoiding hard talks out of fear of the truth and discomfort • using IFS “parts” language to create space and reduce shame • defining self-energy and what “self-led” looks like at home • turning fights into dialogue instead of debate • choosing radical honesty about our limits and patterns • why couples counseling works better when we go earlier • tips for newlyweds and engaged couples to benchmark what works • resources to learn IFS, including Richard Schwartz's No Bad Parts • how we build hope when couples feel exhausted and stuck Coming June 23: Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now for Kindle Pre-Order for 99¢Written by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and create a more meaningful life—one small habit at a time.Available June 23 wherever books are sold.The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

We sit down with marriage and family therapist Andrea Dindinger to name the repeat fight loops that hijack connection and to practice simple ways to interrupt them before they turn mean. We walk away with concrete tools for calmer conflict, deeper intimacy, and more intentional partnership that ripples into the next generation. • naming the “loop” as the problem, not each other • spotting triggers and the deeper needs underneath them • using “bookmark” to pause conflict and return at a specific time • building trust by always coming back to the bookmarked talk • leading the moment by listening without taking it personally • using a firm “stop” paired with reassurance and safety • choosing curiosity before defensiveness as a relationship superpower • rethinking intimacy through “sexy logistics” and mental load • trying a 21-day experiment of small daily connection practices • letting go of perfection and focusing on repair and accountability • creating a shared vision and doing an annual relationship review Coming June 23: Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now for Kindle Pre-Order for 99¢Written by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and create a more meaningful life—one small habit at a time.Available June 23 wherever books are sold.The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

In this powerful and heart-centered conversation, Helen Williams Malinowski joins Dana Irvine on the Wise Divine Women Podcast to explore the profound connection between stress, trauma, and the nervous system. Together, they discuss how somatic therapy helps women reconnect with their bodies, regulate stress responses, and begin healing from chronic overwhelm and emotional exhaustion.Helen shares practical tools to calm the nervous system, including simple breathing exercises, body awareness practices, and ways to recognize the subtle signals our bodies send when stress and trauma are unresolved. The conversation also dives into the conditioning many women experience around boundaries, people-pleasing, and ignoring their own needs — and how reclaiming body awareness can become a pathway back to healing, authenticity, and resilience.Listeners will walk away with compassionate, practical strategies for managing stress, honoring their body's wisdom, and creating healthier emotional boundaries in everyday life.Key Topics DiscussedUnderstanding stress and nervous system dysregulationHow somatic therapy supports trauma healingLearning to listen to the body's stress signalsBreathwork and simple grounding exercises for daily stress reliefThe impact of conditioning and people-pleasing on women's healthWhy boundaries are essential for healing and emotional wellnessMovement and body awareness as tools for releasing stored stressHelen's upcoming book, Coming Back, and its message for women and practitionersStress symptoms are often the body's way of asking for attention and supportDeep breathing and intentional exhaling can help regulate the nervous system quicklyHealing begins when women learn to pause and listen to their body's signalsChronic stress and trauma can disconnect women from their intuition and boundariesSomatic practices create space between reaction and responseHonoring discomfort instead of avoiding it can support emotional healing and growthSimple daily body-awareness practices can have a profound impact on overall wellnessTimeline00:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Helen Williams Malinowski01:03 – What Is Somatic Therapy?02:08 – Stress in Women, Entrepreneurs & Caregivers03:21 – How the Body Responds to Stress04:03 – Recognizing Stress Signals & Nervous System Dysregulation05:54 – Trauma Healing & Creating Space Before Reacting06:16 – Why Women Struggle with Boundaries07:43 – The Growing Stress Load Women Carry Today08:43 – Hormones, Conditioning & Emotional Stress10:50 – Breathwork Techniques to Calm the Nervous System12:21 – Movement, Somatic Release & Body Awareness16:27 – Helen's Upcoming Book Coming Back23:50 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement for ListenersHelen Williams Malinowski WebsiteComing Back by Helen Williams MalinowskiOfficial Website of Helen Williams MalinowskiHosted by Dana Irvine, the Wise Divine Women Podcast explores functional wellness, women's health, hormone balance, breast health, nervous system healing, faith, and holistic living for women seeking deeper healing in mind, body, and spirit.Visit Dana Irvine for more information

Every time you've gotten lost in a book, zoned out on a drive, or cried at a movie you've already seen, you're in a special neurological state. And it turns out, that state is one of the most powerful things your nervous system can access. Most of us have just never thought to use it intentionally.That state is hypnosis. Stanford psychiatrist Dr. David Spiegel has spent 45 years researching exactly what it does in the brain and how to use it on demand for stress, pain, anxiety, and sleep.He teaches us a 60-second induction you can use anywhere, explains why your brain has its own internal pharmacy for anxiety relief (no prescription needed), and makes the case for why self-compassion is more neurologically effective for change than self-criticism.This conversation will change how you see what your nervous system is actually capable of.What You'll LearnWhat's actually happening in your brain during hypnosis, including why it turns down your stress response and increases your ability to feel and manage your bodyWhy calming the body first makes you dramatically better at handling whatever the stressor actually isHow your brain naturally produces the same compound that anti-anxiety medications target, and how to access it without a prescriptionWhy self-criticism is neurologically ineffective for change and what the research says works insteadHow to do a basic hypnotic induction in under 60 secondsReveri Self-Hypnosis App: www.reveri.com Use code HighCapacity for a 20% discount!-->>> Register for The Capacity Audit free live workshop June 3rd 

We sit down with therapist Josh O'Tani to talk about pornography use as a couples issue and why secrecy can wound a relationship as deeply as infidelity. We map the shame and anger cycle that keeps partners stuck, then share practical ways to rebuild trust through curiosity, empathy, and consistent repair. • Reframing pornography use as relational and systemic, not just individual behavior • Pornography as a coping strategy for difficult emotions and how avoidance spills into marriage • The negative interaction cycle after betrayal, including shame, fixing, withdrawal, anger, and distrust • Why empty promises fail and how trust rebuilds through time and consistency • Why secrecy matters more than the content for many couples • Confessing early versus being discovered and the impact on safety and vulnerability • Betrayal trauma responses, including volatility and PTSD-like symptoms • Simple language shifts that validate pain without defensiveness • Clarifying values and agreeing on goals, abstinence versus negotiated boundaries • Tools from emotionally focused therapy, enactments, and impact versus intent • The mindset shift that you don't have to heal alone, and why professional help accelerates progress • Where to find Josh and his resources at Big Valley Therapy Coming June 23: Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now for Kindle Pre-Order for 99¢Written by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and create a more meaningful life—one small habit at a time.Available June 23 wherever books are sold.The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

#975: Join us as we sit down with Jesse Israel — renowned keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of The Big Quiet, known for leading some of the largest mass meditations in the world. In this episode, Jesse opens up about how living in chaos led him to seek stillness and transform his relationship with stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. He shares powerful tools for protecting your energy in a hyper-connected world, practical ways to regulate your nervous system, and the importance of solitude, silence, and emotional awareness. Jesse also dives into phone addiction, creating boundaries with technology, reducing mental noise, and how small daily practices can radically improve your clarity, presence, and overall well-being.   To Watch the Show click HERE   For Detailed Show Notes visit TheBossticks.com   To connect with Jesse Israel click HERE   To connect with Lauryn Bosstick click HERE   To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE   Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE   Head to our ShopMy page HERE and LTK page HERE to find all of the products mentioned in each episode.   Get your burning questions featured on the show! Leave the Him & Her Show a voicemail at +1 (512) 537-7194.   To learn more about Jesse Israel visit https://www.jesseisrael.com.    This episode is sponsored by PVOLVE x LB Head to http://pvolve.com/skinny and use code SKINNY for 15% off sitewide, or on class packs at a Pvolve studio near you.   This episode is sponsored by Kettle & Fire Go to http://kettleandfire.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY to get 25% off.   This episode is sponsored by Just Thrive Get your health in check and save 20% on your first order at https://justthrivehealth.com/SKINNY with code SKINNY.   This episode is sponsored by Paleovalley  Head to http://paleovalley.com/skinny for 20% off your first purchase.   This episode is sponsored by Veracity For up to 65% off your order, head to http://VeracityHealth.co and use code SKINNY.   This episode is sponsored by Jolie Try Jolie risk-free for 60 days by going to http://jolieskinco.com/SKINNY.   This episode is sponsored by Starbucks Learn more about Starbucks industry-leading benefits at http://Starbucks.com/partners.   This episode is sponsored by Truvia If you're looking for a better way to enjoy sweetness with zero calories per serving, you really need to try the new Truvia® Allulose Plus Stevia Sweetener & Monk Fruit Sweetener—available online and nationwide at Kroger, Target and your favorite local grocery retailer. Produced by Dear Media

Sexual intimacy changes over the arc of a long-term relationship, and treating every lull like a crisis often adds pressure that makes things worse. We talk with sex and relationship coach Keeley Rankin about how to rebuild closeness through curiosity, kinder communication, and a better understanding of what each partner actually desires. • Defining what “sexless marriage” can mean and why the couple's definition matters most • Moving beyond frequency to sexual satisfaction and quality of connection • Common reasons couples drift including stress, life transitions, and emotional safety • Starting the conversation outside the bedroom and making it ongoing • Avoiding blame, guilt, and pressure that shut down desire • Using Erotic Blueprints to talk about turn-ons and touch styles • Why many couples become touchless before becoming sexless • What healthy long-term sexuality often looks like including playfulness and openness • Keeping the spark alive with kindness, respect, and curiosity • Where to find Keely's courses and support Coming June 23: Happy Hacks: 101 Science-Backed Ways to Boost Happiness, Reduce Stress, and Build a More Meaningful Life.Available now for Kindle Pre-Order for 99¢Written by Dr. Dave Schramm, this practical and uplifting new book offers simple, research-based strategies to help you build greater happiness, strengthen resilience, reduce stress, and create a more meaningful life—one small habit at a time.Available June 23 wherever books are sold.The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of the Utah Marriage Commission.Visit our site for FREE relationship resources and regular giveaways: Strongermarriage.org  Podcast.stongermarriage.orgYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerMarriageLifeTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strongermarriagelifeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongermarriagelife/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strongermarriage/Facebook Marriage Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/770019130329579Dr. Dave Schramm: http://drdaveschramm.comhttp://drdavespeaks.com Dr. Liz Hale: http://www.drlizhale.com/ 

Stress can follow you into your marriage bed, shaping desire and connection. We unpack how it disrupts intimacy and what to do. Sponsor Aldrich Ministries is passionate about helping couples transform their marriages from surviving to thriving. They offer individual and couples coaching through convenient online video from the comfort of your own home. Regain hope and find healing with the Aldrich Ministries Coaching Network. From the Bible Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6 Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7 Resources Episode 4: Stress and Sex 3 Questions that Can Reduce Stress and Increase Calm in Your Life – CalmHealthySexy  How Do You Respond to Stress in Your Marriage – The Forgiven Wife Are Stress & Fatigue Killing Your Sex Life? - Hot, Holy & Humorous 4 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress in Your Life and Marriage – CalmHealthySexy De-Stress to Improve Libido – OysterBed 7 How Does Stress Affect Your Marriage – The Forgiven Wife 4 Ways to Be Present During Sex | The Forgiven Wife Mindfulness & Meditation During Sex - Hot, Holy & Humorous Why Are We Having Less Sex? - Hot, Holy & Humorous Thanks for joining us at the virtual kitchen table for another great chat! We'd love for you to join our inner circle by supporting us on Patreon. You can contribute to our wonderful ministry while getting some fun perks for yourself! Check it out here: https://patreon.com/ForChristianWives If you want to contribute without using Patreon, you can donate here. If you could, leave a rating and/or review so that others can find the show. Please also check out our website and webinars at forchristianwives.com. And visit our individual ministry pages for more resources as well: Strong Wives - Bonny Burns Honeycomb & Spice - Chris Taylor Hot, Holy & Humorous - J. Parker