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A 12-month clinical trial found that consistent aerobic exercise lowered long-term cortisol levels, showing your body can reduce chronic stress when you train it regularly About 150 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous movement was enough to create measurable changes, making stress reduction achievable with a realistic routine Cortisol is not just a stress hormone but a survival tool that stabilizes blood sugar, yet chronically high levels shift your body into a constant state of dysfunction Exercise improves your stress response even without weight loss, meaning your internal systems become more resilient before you see physical changes Combining steady exercise, enough carbohydrates, and proper recovery helps break the stress cycle at its root so your body stops reacting as if it's under constant threat
Vision boards are sold as the cornerstone of goal setting and mindset success—but neuroscience reveals a darker truth. In this episode, Tracy exposes how positive visualization triggers "satiation through mental simulation," hijacking your productive mindset habits and keeping you perpetually stuck. Drawing from decades of psychological research, he dismantles why the vision board industry profits from your paralysis and reveals what actually drives remarkable success. https://YourSuccessDNA.com Tracy dismantles one of the most popular tools in the self-help world—the vision board. Drawing from neuroscience and decades of psychological research, he reveals why vivid positive visualization actually reduces motivation and performance. He exposes the neurological trap of "satiation through mental simulation," explains why the vision board industry profits from keeping you in perpetual preparation mode, and delivers the science-backed alternative that actually predicts follow-through. This episode is a reality check for every aspiring entrepreneur who has ever felt motivated for two weeks and then mysteriously stopped taking action.
Can you rewire your muscle power and cognitive reaction time in just 72 hours? A brand-new 2026 triple-blind trial says yes—but only if you're using the right form of Vitamin B12.In today's deep-dive, we're breaking down a fascinating randomized crossover trial involving well-trained cyclists. The results were staggering: just 1mg of Methylcobalamin (MeB12) daily led to a 4.1% boost in peak power and a 4.9% improvement in mental reaction speeds.We explore why "Active" B12 (Methylcobalamin) targets the central nervous system and peripheral muscles so rapidly, and why the standard form of B12 might be holding your performance back.What You Will Learn (The MeB12 Sprint Hack):• The "Active" Difference: Why Methylcobalamin (MeB12) works on the nervous system while standard B12 often falls short.• The 72-Hour Window: The exact timeline the researchers used to see a 4.1% increase in absolute peak power.• The Pre-Game Brain Boost: How the cyclists improved their reaction time by 4.9% before the physical test even started.• Fatigue Management: Why MeB12 significantly reduced the "Fatigue Index" during high-intensity interval sprints.• The Practical Protocol: The specific 1mg daily dose used in the study to achieve these results.[Academic Source] Martínez-Noguera FJ, et al. Short-Term Methylcobalamin Supplementation Is Associated with Changes in Anaerobic and Cognitive Performance. Nutraceuticals. 2026;6(2):35.[Medical Disclaimer] Safety Notice: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before beginning new supplementation.#Biohacking #MethylB12 #PerformanceHack #SportsScience #VHFILM #Neuroscience #Cyclingvitamin b12,methylcobalamin,methyl b12,b12 benefits,b12 supplements,b12 deficiency,b12 for energy,b12 brain health,methylcobalamin vs cyanocobalamin,b12 athletic performance,b12 cognitive function,b12 reaction time,sublingual b12,b12 power output,best b12 supplement,b12 methylation,active b12,b12 for cyclists,b12 study cyclists,peer reviewed b12,VHFILM,supplement science,nutraceuticals,clinical nutrition,b12 anaerobic performance,b12 for athletes
Here's a fact that should disturb you: scientists estimate your brain processes 11 million bits of information every single second — but you're only consciously aware of about 50. So the question isn't what you see. The question is: who chose what you don't see? Today on Makes Sense with Dr. JC, we're going into the natural selection of perception — why the reality you're living in may not actually be yours, and exactly what it takes to rewire your brain and take it back. Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 0.24 - Great Morning Dragon Thoughts of Gratitude 2:33 - The Fact that might disturb you 5:38 - What is Natural Selection of Perception 11:55 - The Reflexive Mind 14:13 - Why Mindset Shifts Are So Hard 15:28 - The Operating System is Reprogrammable 18:29 - The IRS Framework 24:25 - Discovering our Sorting Filter 28:07 - The Mindset Environment Design Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What if the thing you're running from is actually holding the key to your next big breakthrough? In this episode of Wyce Thoughts, Terry Wyce dives deep into the psychology and philosophy of facing your fears. From the evolutionary reasons your brain wants you to stay terrified, to practical, actionable steps you can take today to dismantle your anxieties, Terry breaks down how to turn fear from a roadblock into a compass. Expect a mix of scientific insights, personal storytelling, and a healthy dose of humor. It's time to stop hiding and start facing the music.WebsiteFollow on X Follow on YoutubeFollow Purple Pit Studios
Your brain is being hijacked. Quietly, constantly, by the dopamine loops built into every screen you touch — reshaping your focus, your relationships, even your intimacy. It's the silent epidemic of our time. And the wild part? Rewiring it back is simpler than you think.This week, I sat down with Dr. Trish Leigh, a best-selling author and cognitive neuroscientist who maps people's brains from home using EEG and helps them break free from screen and pornography compulsion. She's not theorizing. She survived toxic mold, a cancer diagnosis, and a near-death experience giving birth — and rewired her own brain with the very technology she now uses on clients all over the world.Here's what blew my mind: every real-world pleasure lives on a 1-to-10 scale. Your phone? It's an 11-plus. Supernormal stimuli your brain was never built to handle. She dropped a bomb about kids — a young man's brain isn't fully developed until 28, so a child who finds porn at 8 racks up twenty years of miswiring. And the link she's documented between porn and trafficking? A direct one-to-one.But this isn't a shame spiral. Trish breaks down exactly how to unwire the pull, curate your feed, and reset your pleasure pathways — because there's no such thing as a horizontal spiral. You're going up or you're going down.After this, you'll never look at an innocent scroll the same way again.What we talk about:Why scrolling gives your brain an "11" that real life can't matchThe difference between fast dopamine and the slow kind that actually fulfills youWhy your phone lights up the same circuits as heroinThe shocking age porn starts rewiring kids' brainsThe one-to-one link between porn and human traffickingWhat an at-home EEG headband reveals about your "strained brain"Why your libido is tanking — and it's not your ageThe feed-curating reset that stops the downward spiralListen to the full episode on all platforms: Hydrate With Tracy Duhs.Episode Links & Resources:Website: https://drtrishleigh.com/EEG Headband: https://drtrishleigh.com/muse-headband/ (Use code HYDRATE for a special discount)MIND OVER EXPLICIT MATTER Book: https://drtrishleigh.com/book/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.trishleighofficialConnect with Tracy:Website: https://tracyduhs.com/Hydration Shop: https://sanctuarysd.com/Instagram: @tracyduhsFlow FAM Community: https://tracyduhs.com/join-flow-fam/
Are you feeling spiritually stagnant, overwhelmed by anger, or trapped in the cycle of addiction? In this episode of Recovery Through Christ, Pastor John Alworth shares a message that has the empirical, scientific backing to change your life from the inside out. Broadcasting live from the KKHD Studios, Pastor Alworth unpacks the groundbreaking data from a massive 40,000-person Life Way Research study, revealing the stunning, real-world impact of engaging with the Bible at least four days a week. From dropping alcoholism rates by a staggering 57% to plummeting feelings of loneliness and anxiety, the data proves what Scripture has always promised: God's Word is a living, breathing blueprint for transformation. Pastor Alworth dives deep into the miraculous unity of the Bible—a text penned by over 40 distinct authors across three continents and 1,500 years, yet woven together into one flawless, divine message. He also teases jaw-dropping biblical insights that predated modern scientific discoveries by millennia, including the weight of air, ocean currents, and the shape of the earth. Whether your heart feels like stone or you are simply looking for a lamp to guide your next step in a confusing world, this episode provides practical, small steps to build your life on an unbreakable rock. Recovery Through Christ airs weekly on KKHT. Connect with the ministry online or catch the full podcast archive at KKHT.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, I sit down with Noah B.E. Church, author of Wack: Addicted to Internet Porn, to talk about how internet porn rewires the male brain, contributes to porn-induced erectile dysfunction, and trains men away from real intimacy.Noah shares his personal story of early exposure to internet porn, escalation, PIED, and the long road back to healthy sexuality. We discuss why so many men can feel aroused by porn but disconnected with a real partner, and how the brain can be retrained through sobriety, emotional maturity, and real-life intimacy.We also break down the neuroscience of porn addiction, including sensitization, desensitization, hypofrontality, and the dysfunctional stress response. In simple terms, porn can make the brain more reactive to triggers, less sensitive to real pleasure, weaker in moments of craving, and more likely to use porn as an escape from stress, loneliness, shame, anxiety, or boredom.But this episode is not just about the damage porn can cause. It is about recovery.Noah and I talk about why quitting porn can feel like ending a toxic relationship, how porn addiction can distort masculine identity, and why real recovery is not just about stopping a behavior. It is about rebuilding a life: daily habits, emotional regulation, values-based living, healthy masculinity, and learning to move toward the man you want to become.If you have wondered how porn affects the brain, why PIED happens, or how to rewire your brain from porn addiction, this episode will give you clarity and hope.Find out more about Noah and his work here: https://linktr.ee/noahbechurch Link to Blog Article for this EpisodeVisit No More Desire Tools for Recovery for recovery tools and training, including my free eBook, Workshop, The RAIL Method ™ and more to help you break free from porn.If you're tired of trying to quit porn on your own, the No More Desire Academy gives you a structured path to recovery through coaching, brotherhood, practical tools, and step-by-step training. Learn more about the Academy.If you want deeper, more personalized support, I also offer 1-on-1 porn addiction recovery coaching. We'll work directly on your patterns, emotional triggers, recovery plan, and long-term growth. Apply here to explore coaching with Jake Kastleman.Support the showNo More Desire
When the physical brain suffers a traumatic blow, the psychological fallout can fundamentally reshape a person's identity, emotional regulation, and executive functioning. In this episode, Dr. Perl unpacks the complex neurobehavioral changes that occur when the delicate pathways governing impulse control and mood are disrupted by injury. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the silent, post-concussive psychological battles that survivors face long after their physical wounds have healed.
In this episode, host Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Muhamad Aly Rifai, a dual-trained internist, psychiatrist, and addiction medicine specialist with over 25 years of clinical experience. Together, they dive deep into a rising public health concern—Kratom and 7-OH products—and unpack the complex neuroscience of how substance abuse alters brain architecture.Dr. Rifai shares insights from his book, Hijacked Mind: How Addiction Rewires the Soul, exploring the reality of permanent brain changes, the sliver of hope offered by neuroplasticity, and how a holistic Biopsychosocial model can help individuals rebuild their lives.About the GuestMuhamad Aly Rifai, MD, is an internist, psychiatrist, and addiction specialist. He serves as the medical director of an addiction treatment center and has spent the last two decades treating individuals facing co-occurring psychiatric disorders and chemical dependencies. He is also known online as "The Virtual Psychiatrist."Key Takeaways & Discussion Points1. The Kratom Crisis: Natural Leaf vs. 7-OHKratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. While traditionally used as a tea for pain relief, a massive commercial market has emerged around it in the United States, creating two distinct camps:The Natural Leaf Camp: Powdered or dried leaves primary containing mitragynine. Many users report it offers relief from chronic pain, fibromyalgia, and fatigue when used responsibly.The 7-OH Camp: Highly potent, biochemically isolated 7-hydroxymitragynine sold in gas stations and smoke shops as pills, extracts, and drinks.The Clinical Reality: Because these products are completely unregulated by the FDA, consumers often don't know what they are ingesting. Dr. Rifai notes a dramatic rise in patients requiring medical detoxification from 7-OH products, experiencing severe withdrawal syndromes comparable to high-dose opioid or fentanyl withdrawal.2. The Neuroscience of a "Hijacked Mind"For years, addiction wasn't fully understood as an architectural shift in the brain. Dr. Rifai explains the sobering realities of what happens when a substance takes over:Down-Regulation: Severe drug use causes a decrease in the number and sensitivity of opioid receptors.Apoptosis: Substances like fentanyl trigger programmed cell death in areas governing executive function, emotional regulation, and perception.Permanent vs. Adaptable Changes: While some cellular damage is irreversible, neuroplasticity allows the brain to build new neural pathways around damaged areas through targeted treatment.3. The Biopsychosocial Model for RecoveryOvercoming severe addiction requires a 360-degree approach. Dr. Rifai breaks down the essential framework for a successful recovery program:Dimension Core Interventions & Strategies Biological Complete abstinence, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) like buprenorphine or methadone, treating underlying psychiatric comorbidities (depression, anxiety), and neurostimulation (like Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation / TMS).Psychological Addressing cognitive distortions "on steroids," processing trauma (which is present in 60% to 70% of addiction cases), and utilizing evidence-based therapies like CBT and DBT .Social Building a supportive network through family involvement, peer support counselors, prescription digital therapeutics (specialized apps), and 24/7 accessible support groups like AA/NA via Zoom.Words of Hope"Help is out there. Even if you're hopeless and see no way out, help is available. There is a way out and there is somebody out there to help. So reach out."Resources & Links MentionedDr. Rifai's Website: alirifai.comDr. Rifai's YouTube Channel: The Virtual PsychiatristDr. Rifai's Book: Hijacked Mind: How Addiction Rewires the Soul (Available on Amazon)Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 (Available 24/7, free, and confidential)Follow and Review: We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast.Supporting Resources:If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery CenterNovusMindfulLife.comWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmindDisclaimerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What if your thoughts, your outrage, and your deepest anxieties aren't actually yours? What if everything you think you know about reading people, decoding the news, and understanding your own mind is the result of deliberate psychological engineering? This week, Jillian sits down with Chase Hughes - former Navy intelligence specialist, Harvard and Oxford-trained neuroscientist, and the world's leading expert in behavioral profiling and human influence - for a chilling look at the hidden architecture of control and the most effective ways to exit the matrix and level up your life. Chase breaks down the exact mechanics of modern psyops, how mass narratives are manufactured in real time, and the weaponized techniques used by media and institutions to hijack your attention, trigger constant outrage, and keep you fighting your neighbor instead of looking at the forces pulling the strings. He exposes how the "four lenses" framework and the cultural obsession with "leveling the playing field" is quietly destroying your productivity, sabotaging your relationships, and draining your mental bandwidth - and reveals the hidden playbook used by the most psychologically evolved people on earth to stay immune. Then, the conversation takes a dark, unforgettable turn. Chase dives deep into the neuroscience of psychopathy, the terrifying reality of what creates truly evil people, and an unvarnished analysis of the Epstein phenomenon. But out of the darkness comes a radical solution. Traversing neuroscience and ancient texts that converge on the exact same truth, Chase explains the profound cost of the "neuroscience of separation." Discover why the people around you are secretly suffering in the exact same way you are, and how dissolving this manufactured illusion is the single most powerful weapon you have to reclaim your health, protect your happiness, and finally see reality clearly. Stop being a pawn in someone else's psychological warfare. Tune in to learn how to spot the manipulation and take back your mind in real time. Influence tactics, Mind Control, Psychological Operations, Attention Hijacking Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When we feel anxious or overwhelmed, we usually try to think our way out of it. We analyze our problems, we ruminate, and we try to logic our way to peace. But modern neuroscience has discovered a much more beautiful solution: you can't always think your way out of an anxious mind—sometimes, you have to look your way out of it. In this episode, we are exploring the incredible science of awe, and how experiencing wonder acts as a biological reset button that shrinks the ego and brings us true peace. New Episode of the Happiness Podcast with Dr. Robert Puff, Ph.D., Newport Beach Psychologist
Dr. Stephanie Estima gives a masterclass on the often-overlooked role of lactate in how our bodies work during exercise. She's redefining lactate as a key metabolic signal that can help us get stronger, age better and think sharper. In this solo episode, Dr. Stephanie gets into how lactate is made, how it fuels our energy and why it's so important when we push ourselves hard. Dr. Stephanie is a big fan of sprinting because it helps us build metabolic power and stay strong, and she'll also talk about how to use it right and how to recover well. Episode Overview: (0:00) Introduction — Lactate Is Not the Enemy (2:15) Welcome & Episode Roadmap (4:30) The Myth: How We Got Lactate Wrong (7:00) What Lactate Actually Is (The Biochemistry) (9:30) Why Lactate Forms Even With Oxygen (15:00) The Gear Analogy — Don't Be Metabolically Polite (18:00) Metabolic Flexibility & Why HIIT Matters (22:00) How to Dose Your Sprints (Beginner to Advanced) (24:30) The Lactate Shuttle — Redistribution, Not Waste (28:30) Mitochondrial Biogenesis & Longevity Signals (32:00) Lactate and Your Brain — BDNF, Fog & Cognitive Edge (38:30) Dosing, Recovery Rules & Programming (46:00) Closing — You Are Remodelling Yourself Resources mentioned in this episode: https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep469 We couldn't do it without our sponsors: BON CHARGE - Achieve glowing skin, gain more energy, and uplevel your recovery practice with a suite of red light products. Get 15% off at https://boncharge.com/better with code BETTER. MUSE - Train your nervous system with feedback, the same way you'd train muscles with resistance. If you are ready to unlock your brain's potential, go to https://choosemuse.com/BETTER or use code BETTER at checkout to get started. PIQUE LIFE - If you want to redefine your afternoon and evening rituals and still feel like yourself the next day, you can get 10% off at https://piquelife.com/better TIMELINE - Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price . Mitopure now starts at $79, when you go to https://timelinenutrition.com/better with code BETTER. ****************************P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Most people would rather shock themselves than sit alone with their own thoughts. In a University of Virginia study, 67% of participants chose physical pain over 15 minutes of silence. That's not a personality flaw — it's a skill most of us were never taught. In this episode, Dr. Caroline Leaf explains why solitude isn't a luxury or a wellness trend — it's a neurological requirement your brain depends on to function. Drawing on neuroscience, she breaks down what happens when you fill every quiet moment with podcasts, notifications, and noise, and what you're actually losing when you do. You'll learn the difference between chosen solitude and forced isolation, how the brain's default mode network drives creativity, memory, and emotional regulation — and why shutting it down constantly has real cognitive consequences. You'll also get a simple 15-minute practice to start rebuilding the capacity right now. If you struggle to be alone with yourself — or you've never thought about it — this episode will change how you think about silence. Resources mentioned: Dr. Leaf's Website: https://drleaf.com 1:1 Coaching: https://drleaf.com/coaching-1-1 21 Day Brain Detox Course: https://drleaf.com/courses Neurocycle App: https://theswitch.app Sponsors helping make this show possible: • Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.com/leaf • OSEA: Get a spring-worthy glow with clean, clinically tested skincare from OSEA. And right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code LEAF at OSEAMalibu.com • Air Doctor: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code DRLEAF to get UP TO $300 off today! • Veracity Health: So make the switch to GLP-1s the natural way. Head to VeracityHealth.co and use code DRLEAF for up to 60% off your order. • BetterHelp: Find support and feel lighter in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp.com/drleaf. • HelloFresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/drleaf10fm to get 10 free meals plus a FREE Zwilling Knife — a $144.99 value — on your third box. Offer valid while supplies last. Free meals applied as discount on first box, new subscribers only, varies by plan.
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Gratitude is not just a nice feeling — it's a neurological reset. In this episode of Your Quiet Moment, we explore how the simple act of giving thanks transforms your brain and reshapes your entire day. Through a calming guided meditation and gentle affirmations, you'll learn to train your mind to notice what's good, even in the midst of difficulty. This practice doesn't ignore pain — it expands your capacity to hold both struggle and beauty at once. Start your morning with this session and watch how your perspective shifts before the day truly begins.
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Most leaders believe stress is the price of success.But what if the real key to high-performance is calm, presence, and conscious awareness?In this powerful episode of the Conscious Leadership Revolution podcast, Susan Hobson and Tracy Allen sit down with mindfulness and performance expert Aaron Hendon to unpack the neuroscience of leadership, meditation, anxiety, and sustainable success.Aaron shares the pivotal moment that transformed his life — from operating in constant scarcity and pressure to discovering how mindfulness training completely changed the way he led, performed, and lived. Even more surprising? Teaching his real estate team a simple 10-minute meditation practice resulted in a 160% increase in sales performance.This conversation explores: ✔️ Why high achievers often feel trapped in the “never enough” mindset ✔️ The neuroscience behind meditation and emotional regulation ✔️ How mindfulness rewires the brain for better decision-making ✔️ Why stressed leaders underperform ✔️ The difference between operating from fear vs devotion ✔️ Conscious leadership in the age of AI and uncertainty ✔️ How to stay grounded in high-pressure environments ✔️ Why presence is becoming the ultimate leadership advantageIf you're a leader, entrepreneur, executive, coach, athlete, or high performer navigating burnout, pressure, self-doubt, or constant mental noise — this episode is for you.
When did you last go a full day without your phone? Not just setting it down for an hour, but actually powering it off, walking away, and not thinking about it once. If you're struggling to remember, this one's for you. Most of us are running on fumes and don't even know it. The constant pings, the never-ending to-do lists, the back-to-back Zoom calls. It all adds up. And at some point, you stop asking "how do I get more done?" and start wondering "why do I feel so off?" The answer might not be a new productivity system or a better morning routine. It might just be three days in the woods. In this solo episode, I break down something I call the Three-Day Effect. It's the science-backed, real-world-tested idea that 72 hours in nature, fully off the grid and away from your screens, creates a measurable shift in your brain. More clarity. Better decisions. Deeper sleep. And a creative surge that no business coach, conference, or app can replicate. I've spent years studying and living the intersection of high performance and genuine happiness, and I've taken dozens of entrepreneurs into the Montana backcountry through the Montana Mastermind Epic Camping Adventures. I've watched firsthand what happens when driven people finally stop and let their nervous systems breathe. And I'm telling you, the results are nothing short of life changing. Here's why these matters. Burnout is quiet. It doesn't always look like breaking down. Sometimes it looks like grinding harder, staying busier, and convincing yourself you just need one more win before you slow down. I've been there. And I want to call that out directly and give you both the science and the practical steps to do something about it. One of the biggest things I want you to take away is the neuroscience behind why this actually works. Dr. David Strayer, a cognitive neuroscientist out of the University of Utah, found that participants in a multi-day nature immersion showed a 47 percent improvement in creative problem solving. That's not a rounding error. That's your brain genuinely coming back online after being taxed by the demands of modern life. Your prefrontal cortex, the part responsible for focus, willpower, and decision making, gets hammered daily by notifications, stress, and screens. Nature doesn't demand that kind of attention from you. It restores it. I also walk you through what I call the three-day breakdown, because the timeline really matters. Day one feels like withdrawal. You're reaching for your phone, your jaw is tight, your sleep is light. Day two, something starts to shift. You notice the birds, the air, the light. Conversations go deeper. Old ideas start to surface. Then day three is where it all clicks. The prefrontal cortex finishes recharging, clarity sets in about your business, your relationships, your direction, and decisions that felt impossible suddenly feel obvious. I've watched multi-million-dollar deals get sealed around a campfire on day three, and honestly, it happens almost every single time. There's also a hard truth I share in this episode that I want you to sit with. If you can't step away from your business for 72 hours, you don't have a business. You have a job that owns you. The three-day reset isn't just a personal reset; it's also a diagnostic. It shows you what's working and what breaks the moment you walk away. That feedback alone is worth the trip. I also get practical about how to actually do this. You don't need Montana. You just need real nature, no screens, and a commitment to being fully present. Hike, journal, sit by a fire, breathe clean air, talk to people who inspire you. That's really the whole formula. Simple, honest, and free. If this resonates with you, I'd love for you to listen to the full episode at https://caryjack.com/podcastin/. You'll walk away with a clearer head just from hearing it, and maybe the nudge you've been waiting for to finally put that three days reset on the calendar. 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Everyone deserves the chance at a fulfilling life. Shauna Tiffany grew up in foster care, feeling ashamed of and responsible for her parents' choices. Creative play therapy helped her work through her childhood trauma, and now – with the support of The King's Trust – she's built her own business doing the same thing for other children and families.In this chat with Fearne, Shauna explains how she's learnt to believe in herself because of the way others have chosen to believe in her. Emotional support has made her feel worthy of great opportunities, and practical advice has empowered her to turn ideas into reality, so they chat about how to gently chip away at increasing self-confidence.Plus, Fearne's got a big surprise for Shauna...Check out Shauna's work at Lighthouse Therapy Hub.Find out more about The King's Trust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leadership physically rewires the brain and body through repeated decisions under pressure. Learn how to take control of your reactions and build a stronger leadership response system.Host: Paul FalavolitoConnect with me on your favorite platform: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, Substack, BlueSky, Threads, LinkTree, YouTubeView my website for free leadership resources and exclusive merchandise: www.paulfalavolito.comBooks by Paul FalavolitoThe 7 Minute Leadership® Handbook: bit.ly/48J8zFGThe Leadership Academy: https://bit.ly/4lnT1PfThe 7 Minute Leadership® Survival Guide: https://bit.ly/4ij0g8yThe Leader's Book of Secrets: http://bit.ly/4oeGzCI
Adam helps a client to change how they feel about alcohol, so that they don't actually want it. This means that you don't need discipline or willpower, since if you don't WANT it, then why would you need willpower to not drink?
Unprecedented geopolitical instability, the invasion of AI, and the convergence of public and private markets are causing a system-level reset for the investment profession. An endowment CEO, a global private capital partner, a Chief Investment Strategist, and a secondaries veteran walk into a room and each is experiencing and responding to this reset differently. Join CAIA Association on June 16 for our first live version of its signature Capital Decanted Show. With the help of these industry leaders and friends and a whole lot of fun and surprises, we'll try to bring clarity to what many have deemed the most challenging time in their career to allocate capital.Register here!
Infosys is taking a contrarian stance in the AI era, with CEO Salil Parekh ruling out layoffs and committing to hire 20,000 fresh graduates. Global interest in India's financial sector is rising, with Emirates NBD likely to deepen its role at RBL Bank through a board-level presence. The Centre is exploring ways to bring NRIs and OCIs into MSME financing, India's oil import strategy is shifting amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions and Malayalam cinema is poised to have another strong year with several content-led movies already in the pipeline.
The Fat-Burning Man Show by Abel James: The Future of Health & Performance
What if the most dangerous inflammation in your body actually starts in your mind? In this special two-part episode, I'm joined by my longtime friend and collaborator Dr. Srini Pillay. Srini is a multi-talented Harvard‑trained psychiatrist, author, musician, and pioneer of psychogenic longevity, and he's here with us to unpack the hidden connection between stress, inflammation, and how you actually live your life. Dr. Srini also wrote a musical and we've written quite a few songs together which we hope to share soon. Srini has spent years at the cutting edge of neuroscience and human potential, asking a very simple but revolutionary question: Can changing the way we think about stress and possibility actually transform our bodies and even how we age?In this episode, you'll hear: How to become anti-fragile by using stress to heal instead of harm your bodyThe real difference between self‑deprivation and self‑sabotage How harnessing the psychology of possibility can change the physical state of your bodyHow to reclaim the magic of being human as AI rapidly reshapes our world In this special episode, you'll also hear a bit more about how you can join our collaborative projects, events, and retreats at Amrit Ocean Resort with Dr. Srini Pillay. Find Dr. Srini Pillay and his work at: Join us for upcoming events and retreats: https://dspmedia.ai/jointhesociety/Join us online: https://dspmedia.ai/thesocietyonline/Website: https://drsrinipillay.com/Harvard Health Publishing: https://www.health.harvard.edu/authors/srini-pillay-mdLaw of Attraction Course: https://loacourse.drsrinipillay.com/Substack: https://drsrinipillay.substack.com/Medium: https://drsrinipillay.medium.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SriniPillayMD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsrinipillay/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsrinipillayIf you'd like a brain reset retreat, perhaps with some surprise music, come join us on the beach in Florida with Harvard-trained doctors Dr. Srini Pillay and Dr. Uma Naidoo. Our first mind-expanding event will be taking place on May 29 - 31, 2026 at the Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island in Florida.If you enjoyed this conversation and are interested in connecting in person, uncovering ways to tap into the brain and create mindset shifts to live a life that exposes this magic to us, then please join us.We'd love to see you at one of our upcoming events.Also, stay tuned for part 2 of this podcast coming soon also featuring the wonderful Dr. Uma Naidoo. Here's some more exciting news. I just got back from Nashville laying down tracks for the new album with my dear friend Denny Hemingson, past guest of the show and longtime music director and guitar player for the Tim McGraw Band. We're listening to rough cuts of the tunes right now, and I'm stoked for you to hear it. Stay tuned.Also, come rock out with us live! We have more live shows coming up in Austin and I'm going on tour for another show in Vegas.To join in person or on a livestream, make sure to sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com and I'll send you more details and a sweet little surprise gift, too. And if you're looking to upgrade your habits and get transformative results without any newfangled peptides, pharmaceuticals, or other eye-wateringly expensive biohacking equipment, we have a brand new app launching soon, you'll be able to find our Club Wild community and brand new app at WildRx.com.Please take a moment to make sure you're subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM's. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you're feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Branch Basics – Go to BranchBasics.com/ABEL and save 15% off with our code ABEL
Fat-Burning Man by Abel James (Video Podcast): The Future of Health & Performance
What if the most dangerous inflammation in your body actually starts in your mind? In this special two-part episode, I'm joined by my longtime friend and collaborator Dr. Srini Pillay. Srini is a multi-talented Harvard‑trained psychiatrist, author, musician, and pioneer of psychogenic longevity, and he's here with us to unpack the hidden connection between stress, inflammation, and how you actually live your life. Dr. Srini also wrote a musical and we've written quite a few songs together which we hope to share soon. Srini has spent years at the cutting edge of neuroscience and human potential, asking a very simple but revolutionary question: Can changing the way we think about stress and possibility actually transform our bodies and even how we age?In this episode, you'll hear: How to become anti-fragile by using stress to heal instead of harm your bodyThe real difference between self‑deprivation and self‑sabotage How harnessing the psychology of possibility can change the physical state of your bodyHow to reclaim the magic of being human as AI rapidly reshapes our world In this special episode, you'll also hear a bit more about how you can join our collaborative projects, events, and retreats at Amrit Ocean Resort with Dr. Srini Pillay. Find Dr. Srini Pillay and his work at: Join us for upcoming events and retreats: https://dspmedia.ai/jointhesociety/Join us online: https://dspmedia.ai/thesocietyonline/Website: https://drsrinipillay.com/Harvard Health Publishing: https://www.health.harvard.edu/authors/srini-pillay-mdLaw of Attraction Course: https://loacourse.drsrinipillay.com/Substack: https://drsrinipillay.substack.com/Medium: https://drsrinipillay.medium.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SriniPillayMD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsrinipillay/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsrinipillayIf you'd like a brain reset retreat, perhaps with some surprise music, come join us on the beach in Florida with Harvard-trained doctors Dr. Srini Pillay and Dr. Uma Naidoo. Our first mind-expanding event will be taking place on May 29 - 31, 2026 at the Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island in Florida.If you enjoyed this conversation and are interested in connecting in person, uncovering ways to tap into the brain and create mindset shifts to live a life that exposes this magic to us, then please join us.We'd love to see you at one of our upcoming events.Also, stay tuned for part 2 of this podcast coming soon also featuring the wonderful Dr. Uma Naidoo. Here's some more exciting news. I just got back from Nashville laying down tracks for the new album with my dear friend Denny Hemingson, past guest of the show and longtime music director and guitar player for the Tim McGraw Band. We're listening to rough cuts of the tunes right now, and I'm stoked for you to hear it. Stay tuned.Also, come rock out with us live! We have more live shows coming up in Austin and I'm going on tour for another show in Vegas.To join in person or on a livestream, make sure to sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com and I'll send you more details and a sweet little surprise gift, too. And if you're looking to upgrade your habits and get transformative results without any newfangled peptides, pharmaceuticals, or other eye-wateringly expensive biohacking equipment, we have a brand new app launching soon, you'll be able to find our Club Wild community and brand new app at WildRx.com.Please take a moment to make sure you're subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM's. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you're feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Branch Basics – Go to BranchBasics.com/ABEL and save 15% off with our code ABEL
Sleep is a Performance Weapon PodcastFIVE PRIMARY POINTS of the PODCASTPrecision & Presence Beat Power. Performance improved when I slowed down and focused on being presence and following specific instructions during my samurai sword training. This applies to surgery, athletics, and life execution.Preparation Reduces AnxietyMastering the complex Tokyo subway system wasn't luck. It was the result of deliberate preparation. Studying deeply allowed me to perform under pressure. Heat Is a Powerful, Underused Vitality ToolThermotherapy (sauna, steam, hot tub) has strong scientific backing:* Reduces cardiovascular and dementia risk* Activates the immune system* Lowers inflammation* May preserve muscle during immobilizationEven 20–30 minutes per week can meaningfully impact healthspan.Social Connection Drives Cellular EnergyYour relationships don't just affect mood—they affect mitochondrial function in the brain:* Positive social experiences → stronger cellular energy systems* Negative experiences → weakened mitochondrial functionSocial connection may account for up to 25% of mitochondrial health, rivaling sleep and exercise.Loneliness Is a Biological ThreatLoneliness is not just emotional—it's physiological:* Increases inflammation, cortisol, and disease risk* Comparable health risk to smoking ~15 cigarettes/day* Rewires the body into chronic stress modeThe solution isn't more contacts—it's deeper, meaningful connection.Closeness should be treated like a core health intervention.Copyright VyVerse, LLC. All Rights Reserved This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit vitalityexplorers.substack.com/subscribe
What if the emotions you've been trying to control are the very reason you stay stuck?In this episode, Cedric walks Michael through how the brain actually constructs emotion, why the way most of us were taught to manage our feelings keeps those patterns locked in place, and what it looks like to genuinely resolve an emotion rather than just regulate it. The conversation covers trauma, interoception, the three levels of emotion, the "not good enough" belief, and the difference between being kind and being ethical as a coach, parent, or leader.Cedric Bertelli is the founder and director of the Emotional Health Institute and the creator of Emotional Resolution (EmRes), a groundbreaking method rooted in neuroscience and the psychology of emotions. With over 15 years of experience developing and delivering this work, Cedric leads a team of dedicated professionals and trains mental health professionals and educators across the United States to help individuals and communities achieve lasting emotional well-being.What You'll LearnHow the brain uses prediction to construct emotion and why that matters for changing your patternsWhy emotional regulation (deep breaths, counting to 10) can actually prevent resolutionThe three levels of emotion: conscious, unconscious, and subconscious, and how to work with eachThe critical difference between being kind and being ethical as a coach, parent, or leaderWhy the "I'm not good enough" belief is always a symptom, never the root causeHow AI companionship can deepen emotional isolation rather than resolve itChapters(00:00) - Introduction and Welcome(02:52) - How the Brain Constructs Emotion Through Prediction(06:48) - What Trauma Really Is and How Emotional Patterns Form(11:13) - Interoception: Feeling Emotions in the Body, Not the Head(13:16) - Why Controlling Emotions Keeps You Stuck(18:01) - How to Help Others Without Controlling Them(28:24) - The Three Levels of Emotion: Conscious, Unconscious, and Subconscious(33:55) - Working Through the "I'm Not Good Enough" Belief(36:09) - The Difference Between Being Kind and Being Ethical(37:23) - How AI Is Affecting Our Emotional LivesAbout the GuestCedric Bertelli has over 15 years of experience developing and delivering Emotional Resolution (EmRes), a groundbreaking method that helps people overcome emotional difficulties by tapping into their innate physiological capacity. As the founder and director of the Emotional Health Institute, Cedric leads a team of dedicated professionals who share his vision of empowering individuals and communities to achieve emotional well-being. He draws on his extensive knowledge of neuroscience, the psychology of emotions, and philosophy, as well as his own personal and professional experience transforming lives with EmRes.Links and ResourcesCedric Bertelli | LinkedInEmotional Resolution with Cedric BertelliWhat Is EmRes? | Emotional Health InstituteSponsor Links:InQuasive: http://www.inquasive.com/Humintell: Body Language - Reading People - HumintellEnter Code INQUASIVE25 for 25% discount on your online training purchase.International Association of Interviewers: Home (certifiedinterviewer.com)Podcast Production Services by EveryWord Media
The One Question That Rewires Your Brain for More Money, Love & Opportunities What if your life could start getting better today… not because you're working harder, but because you're asking better questions? In this episode, Jackie introduces a simple but powerful question that can shift your mindset, rewire your brain, and open you up to more money, love, opportunities, and unexpected wins:
Season 15, Episode 392 introduces phase two of the roadmap: neurochemistry and motivation. Andrea Samadi breaks down the motivation loop—expectation, thought patterns, attention and action, feedback, and repetition—and explains how belief and dopamine drive what we start, persist with, or stop. The episode highlights earned vs. borrowed dopamine, the role of the anterior mid-cingulate cortex in willpower, and offers practical steps to build sustainable motivation through small wins, effort-first rewards, and consistent practice. ✅ What You'll Learn in This Episode ✔️ How the Motivation Loop works—and why your brain is always running it ✔️ Why dopamine is about anticipation, not just pleasure ✔️ The difference between borrowed vs earned dopamine—and how it impacts your drive ✔️ How your beliefs and thought patterns shape your brain chemistry ✔️ Why doing hard things strengthens willpower (aMCC) and builds resilience ✔️ What causes motivation to increase… or break down ✔️ How your brain decides to repeat a behavior—or avoid it next time ✔️ Why effort first, reward after is the key to building lasting motivation ✔️ Simple ways to train your brain to stay motivated ✔️ How to align your brain for sustained performance and results Welcome back to Season 15 of the Neuroscience Meets Social and Emotional Learning Podcast. I'm Andrea Samadi, and it's here that we bridge the science behind social and emotional learning, emotional intelligence, and practical neuroscience—so we can create measurable improvements in well-being, achievement, productivity, and results. If you're new here, welcome. We are currently reviewing past episodes as part of Season 15—organized as a roadmap of the brain's foundational systems. Instead of treating neuroscience, health, mindset, and performance as separate topics—like we've done in the past 14 seasons—we're now exploring how these systems come online in sequence. We started Phase 1, Regulation and Safety, with EP 384[i], with Dr. Baland Jalal, who taught us how learning begins (with curiosity, sleep, imagination and creativity), and reviewed anchor episodes with Dr. Bruce Perry[ii], looking into trauma, rhythm, and relational safety, Dr. Sui Wong[iii] on autonomic balance, and Rohan Dixit[iv], on HRV, real-time self-regulation and nervous system literacy. Now, we are moving to Phase 2, diving deeper into neurochemistry and motivation…then we'll cover movement, learning, and cognition… Then perception, emotion, social intelligence… and finally integration, insight, and meaning as we put all of the phases together. Season 15 Roadmap: Phase 1 — Regulation & Safety Phase 2 — Neurochemistry & Motivation Phase 3 — Movement, Learning & Cognition Phase 4 — Perception, Emotion & Social Intelligence Phase 5 — Integration, Insight & Meaning Because peak performance isn't built by doing more— it's built by aligning the systems underneath. And the truth is, most of us were never taught how these systems drive our behavior and results in the first place. So as I continue to explore and better understand these systems myself, I want to thank you for joining me on this journey… So that together, we learn how to align our brains— and use this understanding to unlock what's truly possible for us to achieve. Because I do believe that we're capable of achieving far more than we think is possible—with this understanding. PHASE 2 Today, we move into Phase 2 of our roadmap— Neurochemistry and Motivation. In Phase 1, we asked a foundational question:
Welcome back to the Crushing It In Construction Podcast!Today I'm joined by Adam Cooper, the President of Ascent Consulting. Adam started out in the industry as an electrician. He then worked his way up through project management and eventually stepped away from the job site to help contractors run better businesses behind the scenes.Over the past decade, he's worked with hundreds of construction companies across the US, helping them put structure around things most businesses just “figure out as they go.”We got into private equity rolling into construction, why it works in some parts of the industry and completely falls apart in others, and what actually makes a construction business valuable enough to sell in the first place.We spoke about systems, why most businesses are far more owner-dependent than they think, and what needs to be in place if you ever want to step away without everything slowing down.Adam also shared how he nearly became a chemical engineer… which probably would've led a very different life.Connect with Adam Cooper:Website: https://ascentconsults.com/Podcast: https://ascentconsults.com/construction-hot-takes-podcast/Connect with Jordan Skinner:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanaskinner/Website: https://moonshotmedia.com.au/Do you have an influential personal brand?Take the quiz to find out:http://www.constructingaleader.com/quiz
C.S. Lewis: How Repeating God's Word Rewires Your Brain. ACU Sunday Series. https://youtu.be/PfTfZNX4by4?si=o8u7lSM_km0oc6ms Mere Christian Wisdom 9.2K subscribers 221,623 views Dec 22, 2025 God Always Protect You Repeating God's Word is more than a spiritual habit—it transforms the way your mind thinks and your heart believes. In this powerful message inspired by C.S. Lewis, discover how consistently speaking and listening to God's Word can rewire your brain, strengthen your faith, and bring peace to your soul. This Christian meditation and reflection will help you: ✔ Renew your mind through Scripture ✔ Build unshakable faith in difficult times ✔ Calm anxiety and fear through God's promises ✔ Develop a daily habit of speaking life and truth Listen every day—especially in the morning or before sleep—and allow God's Word to shape your thoughts, heal your heart, and guide your life.
Do you ever find yourself stuck in cycles of complaining, stress, or negative thinking? In this episode, we talk about how chronic complaining and constant venting can actually rewire your brain, increase anxiety and depression, and keep you stuck in survival mode. Through the science of neuroplasticity, repeated negative thinking strengthens stress pathways in the brain, increases cortisol levels, and makes it easier to default to worry, fear, and frustration. Over time, this can impact your mood, relationships, and overall well-being. In this episode, we explore how to break the cycle of stewing, shift your mindset, and create healthier mental and emotional habits so you can live with more peace, gratitude, and presence.If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend or family member who may need a mindset reset.Be sure to follow the podcast and leave a review to help more people break free from negative thinking and live with greater peace and purpose.
Grace. The bank gives us a grace period. The seedy politician falls from grace. Musicians speak of a grace note....
Send us Fan MailWhat if your emotions, cravings, anxiety... and even pain could shift in minutes—without years of talk therapy?In this powerful episode in our EFT series, Professor Peta Stapleton—world-leading researcher into the science behind EFT tapping, tells us how scientific research with MRI scans proves how it rewires the brain and reduces stress hormones and blood pressure.We go deep into the science behind tapping, the fourth wave of therapy, and why this simple technique is now backed by 25+ years of clinical research.If you've ever wondered:
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How Posture Rewires Perception Confidence in Clothes Series If you've ever felt like nothing looks good on you...even when you're trying everything...this episode is for you. We're diving into how posture influences confidence, body image and the way you experience yourself daily. Want to feel confident in your body while you lose weight (not just after)? Apply for private coaching: https://www.weightlossforwomenover40.net/call
Today I'm joined by Craig Merriweather, a certified clinical hypnotherapist, medical hypnosis specialist, and mindset coach. Craig is the founder of Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy and has spent over a decade helping people work with the subconscious mind to shift patterns around stress, anxiety, trauma, and confidence through clinical hypnotherapy and neuroscience-based techniques. What You Will Learn in This Episode: Why the subconscious mind governs nearly all of our behaviors and how to bridge the gap between your logical goals and emotional reactions. How childhood survival strategies (like staying "small" or "quiet") become outdated "computer code" in adulthood and how to rewrite them. Why hypnosis isn't about losing control or "barking like a dog," but rather quieting the conscious mind to access your internal healing power. Understanding the shift from high-stress Beta waves to the creative, daydreamy Alpha and Theta states where real change happens. A simple, science-backed technique to interrupt the stress response and flood your system with "feel-good" chemistry like dopamine and serotonin. Connect with Craig Merriweather: Website: www.arizonaintegrativehypnotherapy.com YouTube: @arizonaintegrativehypnotherapy Instagram: @az_integrative_hypnotherapy Facebook: Arizona Integrative Hypnotherapy LinkedIn: Craig Meriwether For more on Dr. Erin: Join The Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Work with Dr. Erin here: https://p.bttr.to/3E88ps4 Buy Dr. Erin's Supplements here: https://drerinellis.com/shop Get the Period Productivity Planner here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BBYBRT5Q?ref_=pe_3052080_397514860 Download the FREE Menstrual Cycle Nutrition Guide here: https://detox.drerinellis.com/ Watch The Free Video "7 Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Goals" here: https://weightloss.drerinellis.com/ Let's Be Friends: Follow Dr. Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.erinellis/ Follow Dr. Erin on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drerinellisnmd Follow Dr. Erin on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.erinellis?lang=en Join the Free Hope Circle Community: https://hormonehealingproject.drerinellis.com/communities/groups/the-hope-circle/home?invite=69120d498b7e3f60397656b8 Bookmark Dr. Erin's Website: www.drerinellis.com Subscribe to Hope Natural Health on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHYVmNEu5tKu91EATHhEiA Follow Hope Natural Health on FB: https://www.facebook.com/hopenaturalhealth Sign up for Newsletters here: https://booking.hopenaturalhealth.com/widget/form/VUubL7MNYELduwQL8ssI
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL)—how it works, why it's exploded with younger consumers, and the psychology that makes spending feel way easier than paying up front.
Everything you think you know about the function of the human brain is wrong. Dr. Iain McGilchrist, author of "The Master and His Emissary," explains his groundbreaking discoveries about how the brain hemispheres really work. We also discuss how the modern world has focused almost entirely on one hemisphere of the brain, rewiring humans to think and behave in deeply unhealthy patterns. Follow on: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-auron-macintyre-show/id1657770114 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3S6z4LBs8Fi7COupy7YYuM?si=4d9662cb34d148af Substack: https://auronmacintyre.substack.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/AuronMacintyre Gab: https://gab.com/AuronMacIntyre YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/c/AuronMacIntyre Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-390155 Odysee: https://odysee.com/@AuronMacIntyre:f Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/auronmacintyre/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Beyond Limits, Liv breaks down the single shift that instantly regulates your nervous system and rewires your entire reality. Not through breathwork, hacks, or techniques, but through waking up to the truth that your nervous system is not reacting to reality itself, but to the meaning and identity loops you've been unconsciously believing. This conversation reveals why most dysregulation is not caused by circumstances, but by perception, and how the moment you stop believing the illusion, your biology reorganizes instantly. Inside this episode:⚡ The one internal shift that can regulate your nervous system instantly
"Intuition doesn't disappear under pressure — it just gets harder to hear." In this episode, advanced clinical EFT practitioner and trainer Naomi Janzen explores how EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) serves as a "shutoff switch" for the body's internal alarm system. When we are in survival mode, our nervous system is flooded with "noise" that drowns out our inner signals. Naomi explains how tapping on specific meridian points sends calming signals to the brain, telling the amygdala that we are safe. By regulating the nervous system, EFT allows the prefrontal cortex—the part of the brain responsible for higher thinking and clear perception—to come back online. This creates the ideal internal conditions for intuition to be heard clearly, sharpening decision-making and trust in one's "inner signal". In this conversation, we cover: The Science of Tapping: How tapping creates piezoelectricity to interact with the body's bioelectricity. Intuition vs. Survival Mode: Why you can't hear your "quiet wisdom" while in fight-or-flight. Overcoming "Secondary Gain": Understanding the unconscious reasons we hold onto problems or physical injuries. Evidence-Based EFT: Moving beyond "woo-woo" to the 200+ clinical studies that legitimize Tapping in modern medicine. Physical & Emotional Healing: Real-world cases of overcoming trauma, addiction, and even chronic physical limitations like frozen shoulder through EFT. Drawing on decades of experience, Naomi bridges the practical and the intuitive for high-functioning individuals who want their intuition to be a reliable tool, no matter how high the stakes. About Naomi Janzen Naomi Janzen is an advanced clinical EFT practitioner, trainer, and co-author of the Evidence-Based EFT Manual. She co-created the documentary The Science of Tapping and developed Remindfulness, a top-rated mindfulness app recognized by positive psychology. Evidence Based EFT Advanced Trainer & Mentor EFT International Certified Accredited Master Trainer EFT Universe Certified Expert Practitioner Co-author of the #1 Amazon International Best Selling The EBEFT Manual Writer/Co-Producer The Science of Tapping documentary Check Social links Guest: Naomi Janzen www.ozfreedomtechniques.com/trainingworkshops www.ozfreedomtechniques.com www.naomijanzen.net www.remindfulnessapp.com Doug Beitz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbeitz/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dougbeitz/ Website: https://buymeacoffee.com/dougbeitz Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6mQ258nugC3lyw3SpvYuoK?si=7cec409527d34438 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/intuitive-conversations-with-doug/id1593172364 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-beitz-472a4b338/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dougbeitz178
We breathe over 25,000 times a day yet most of us are doing it wrong. In this powerful conversation on Let's Go Win, we explore how breathwork can regulate your nervous system, reduce anxiety, improve performance, and help heal trauma. From childhood struggles to becoming a global breathwork leader, this episode reveals how one simple shift your breath can change everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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We unpack the hidden psychological costs of wealth: why “more” stops feeling like more, how status reshapes identity, and how to stay grounded as your life upgrades. In this episode, Dave Verhaagen breaks down what money can quietly change—your motivation, relationships, self-image, and the way you define “enough.” If you're building success (or chasing the next milestone), this conversation will help you keep your peace while your life expands. Negotiate Anything: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code ANYTHING at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/anything incogni.com Personal Information Removal Service | Incogni | Incogni Data brokers are collecting, aggregating and trading your personal data without you knowing anything about it. We make them remove it. Connect with Dave Dave's Website drverhaagen.com Dave's Books Contact ANI Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn negotiateanything.com Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
➡️ Get the full episode breakdown at Biology of Trauma® Podcast - Episode 160: How Creativity Rewires Your Nervous System with Adam Roa What if the key to healing isn't more therapy—but creativity? Adam Roa's poem "You Are Who You've Been Looking For" reached over 250 million people. But before that poem existed, Adam spent 25 years emotionally shut down. He didn't remember his childhood sexual abuse until age 30. His journey reveals why creativity creates neurological safety for emotions that were once too overwhelming to feel. Creativity isn't about talent—it's about pattern disruption. When you turn pain into a poem or painting, you force your brain to view that experience differently. This episode explains why safety must come before expression and how the creative process rewires neural pathways when talk alone can't reach what's stored in the body. In This Episode You'll Learn: (01:00) What poetry has to do with your nervous system's capacity to heal (03:45) Why Adam's viral poem reached 250 million people (05:30) How childhood trauma stayed hidden for 25 years (08:00) Why acting became Adam's first safe space to feel emotions (12:00) The moment poetry became a survival mechanism after heartbreak (17:00) How creativity rewires neural pathways associated with traumatic events (22:00) Why one poem can play multiple roles in your healing journey (27:00) What happens when you write for yourself but release for others (32:00) Dr. Aimie shares her song "Letter to the Me" publicly for the first time (47:00) Adam performs "You Are Who You've Been Looking For" (54:00) The journey from viral success to learning what self-love actually means Resources/Guides: The Biology of Trauma book — Get your copy here Adam Roa's New Book — Crazy Love explores the journey of learning to truly love yourself. Available May 2025. Adam's Websites — adamroa.com Dr. Aimie's Music Channel — Songs of the Inner World on YouTube Free Guide: The Chronic Freeze Response — Understanding why your body stays stuck even when you want to move Related Podcast Episodes: Episode 82: Using Biological Rhythms to Recover From Trauma with Dr. Leslie Korn Episode 119: Transforming Trauma Into Joy & Purpose with Gregg Ward
Delanie Fischer chats with Cherian Koshy, author of Neurogiving and a leading researcher on generosity, about the science of giving—and why it's not just nice, it's powerful. They discuss the research-backed benefits of giving for mental, emotional, and physical health, and how we can leverage generosity not only to help others, but also to improve our lives, work, and relationships. Episode Highlights: The $5 Happiness Experiment The Baby Study: Are We Wired for Generosity or Selfishness? 4 Unconscious Biases That Drive Buying Behavior Giving's Health Benefits: Stress, Anxiety, Blood Pressure & Loneliness The Power of (Individual) Storytelling: Rebecca the Chicken! Tips for Nonprofit Workers Who Want to Increase Donation Efficacy The Power of Identity, Belonging, Framing, and Cognitive Dissonance ____ A quick 5-star rating means a ton! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/self-helpless/id1251196416 Get a bunch of free Self-Helpless goodies: https://www.selfhelplesspodcast.com/ Ad-free episodes (audio & video) now on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfhelpless Your Host, Delanie Fischer: https://www.delaniefischer.com ____ Related Episodes: 10 Fascinating Tricks For More Wins And Improved Well-Being with Janice Kaplan: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/23c60009/10-fascinating-tricks-for-more-wins-and-improved-well-being-with-janice-kaplan It's Not a Mental Health Crisis: Human Reactions to a Loneliness Epidemic with Dr. Jody Carrington: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/2d626d7b/its-not-a-mental-health-crisis-human-reactions-to-a-loneliness-epidemic-with-dr-jody-carrington Stop Asking Yourself the Wrong Questions: How to Unlock Deeper Fulfillment with Elliott Connie: https://www.delaniefischer.com/selfhelplesspodcast/episode/365204fb/stop-asking-yourself-the-wrong-questions-how-to-unlock-deeper-fulfillment-with-elliott-connie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People are becoming increasingly aware of how deeply alcohol affects both their bodies and their minds. What really changes when you stop drinking? Giving up alcohol often brings greater mental clarity, emotional balance, and a stronger sense of control over your life. Many people report feeling calmer, more focused, and more fulfilled once alcohol is removed from their routine.Special thanks to our partners, subscribe to them here:https://www.youtube.com/@lewishoweshttps://www.youtube.com/@TheDiaryOfACEOhttps://www.youtube.com/@JordanBPetersonhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCIHdDJ0tjn_3j-FS7s_X1kQ Speakers: Rich Rollhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCpjlh0e319ksmoOD7bQFSiw Jordan Petersonhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCL_f53ZEJxp8TtlOkHwMV9Q Dr. Andrew Hubermanhttps://www.youtube.com/@UC2D2CMWXMOVWx7giW1n3LIg Gary Breckahttps://www.youtube.com/@UCLHKyx7IhZ_esCs4TSWAjEg Dr. Daniel Amenhttps://www.youtube.com/c/DrDanielAmen_BrainHealthMike Thurstonhttps://www.instagram.com/mikethurston/?hl=enKristen Holmes https://www.instagram.com/drkristenholmes/Dr Wendy Suzuki https://www.instagram.com/wendy.suzuki/?hl=enDr Sara Wakeham https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/articles/how-alcohol-impacts-your-bodyGabor Mate Music: Ruiqi Zhao - The throne is mineMoments - Things gone wrongCleanmindsounds - Calm Cinematic AtmosphereLost Ghosts - Darkest Space instrumentalThird Age - Mystery instrumental Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Does staying alcohol-free feel like an obligation or a constant battle? Coach Jason reveals a surprisingly simple yet scientifically measurable mindset tool: the shift from "I have to" to "I get to." Discover how this reframe moves you out of your survival-based limbic system and activates your prefrontal cortex, the seat of discipline and self-control. Learn why "I have to" reinforces resistance while "I get to" naturally boosts dopamine, turning your alcohol-free journey from a punishment into an empowering life of possibility and mental clarity. Download my FREE guide: The Alcohol Freedom Formula For Over 30s Entrepreneurs & High Performers: https://social.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/podcast ★ - Learn more about Project 90: www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/Project90 ★ - (Accountability & Support) Speak verbally to a certified Alcohol-Free Lifestyle coach to see if, or how, we could support you having a better relationship with alcohol: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/schedule ★ - The wait is over – My new book "CLEAR" is now available. Get your copy here: https://www.alcoholfreelifestyle.com/clear
You can ALWAYS get stronger, no matter your age. In this episode, I'm joined by muscle-centric medicine expert Dr. Gabrielle Lyon to reframe how you think about your health—starting with muscle. Life gets busy and chaotic, especially when you're juggling kids, work, and everything in between. So Dr. Lyon breaks down how to simplify your focus and double down on what truly moves the needle for your health. At the center of it all? Skeletal muscle– the key driver of metabolic health, strength, and resilience as we age. She explains why protecting and building muscle isn't about aesthetics—it's about safeguarding your heart, brain, and long-term vitality. We're here to remind you that strength training is really about training for your future self, and it can be easier than you may think. Ready to boost your strength and confidence in midlife? This is an episode you don't want to miss!