Podcasts about Sympathetic

What if your chronic stress, emotional triggers, anxiety, or exhaustion are not a mindset problem, but signs that your nervous system has learned protective survival patterns? In this episode of Trauma Rewired, Elisabeth Kristof and Jennifer Wallace explore the science of nervous system regulation and unpack a common phrase in trauma spaces: "trauma lives in the body."  While the body plays a central role, they discuss how trauma may be more accurately understood as patterns of brain-body communication, interpretation, prediction, and response shaped through experience. Through the lens of predictive processing and applied neuroscience, they explore how the nervous system uses past experiences to anticipate safety and threat, influencing emotions, behaviors, and physical symptoms in the present.  Together they break down the autonomic nervous system, fight and flight responses, interoception, chronic stress, and why nervous system healing is not about forcing calm or chasing a quick reset. Instead, recovery happens through small, consistent practices that help create greater flexibility, resilience, and new experiences of safety over time. Timestamps 00:00 – Triggers and the Nervous System 02:15 – The Nervous System as the Body's Operating System 05:35 – Autonomic Nervous System and Stress Responses 08:30 – Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic States 12:05 – Nervous System States and Emotional Patterns 16:50 – Triggers as Nervous System Reset Opportunities 18:05 – The Stress Response and Survival Mode 23:25 – Trauma and Nervous System Dysregulation 28:40 – Chronic and Complex Trauma Effects 36:10 – Emotional Processing for Nervous System Healing Topics discussed in this episode: How to restore the nervous system after chronic stress and trauma How nervous system regulation improves emotional resilience and physical health How the autonomic nervous system works (sympathetic vs. parasympathetic explained) How trauma imprints on the nervous system and keeps you in survival mode How to use nervous system healing practices like breathwork, movement, and interoception How to exit fight or flight safely when the danger has passed How nervous system reset supports emotional processing and better decision-making How to use interoception to sense, interpret, and respond to internal body signals How to regulate the nervous system daily with small, consistent practices How dysregulation impacts health and the steps to build lasting nervous system resilience

It's a long weekend in WA and there is plenty of sport to unpack.St Kilda had a rough match last night and the guys got the news that our Hayden Young won't play this weekend. Does that mean Brisbane could win? Lisa asks Barra his thoughts on James Hird putting his hand up to coach the Bombers and Barra had plenty of State Of Origin news. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the exhaustion, tension, overthinking, digestive symptoms, inflammation, sleep disruption, and constant feeling of being "on" are not personality flaws… …but nervous system adaptations?   In this episode of the EASE OS™ Podcast, Dr. Connie Cheung explores the physiology of chronic sympathetic dominance — the state many people unknowingly live in when the body remains organized around protection long after stress has become normalized.   This episode unpacks how chronic stress physiology affects: ➣ nervous system regulation ➣ gut health and digestion ➣ sleep quality ➣ inflammation ➣ hormonal balance ➣ muscle tension and postural patterns ➣ emotional resilience ➣ breathing mechanics ➣ behavior and identity patterns   Through real clinical stories, Dr. Connie explains why many people are "doing everything right" — yoga, healthy eating, supplements, hormone therapy, exercise — yet still feel exhausted, inflamed, disconnected from their body, or unable to fully recover.   You'll hear: ➣ Why the nervous system adapts to repeated stress conditions ➣ How chronic sympathetic activation becomes normalized ➣ Why hypervigilance and overthinking can feel like personality ➣ The connection between stress physiology and digestive dysfunction ➣ Why many symptoms make more sense when viewed through an integrated systems lens ➣ How chronic bracing patterns affect posture, movement, breathing, and pain ➣ Why healing often feels fragmented in modern healthcare ➣ The relationship between the autonomic nervous system regulation and long-term healing ➣ How yoga can become either regulation… or another expression of sympathetic dominance ➣ Why awareness changes the relationship we have with symptoms   Dr. Connie also shares: ➣ a clinical case involving chronic low back pain during yoga and hidden nervous system overload ➣ a patient with plantar fasciitis whose symptoms reflected broader stress physiology and chronic tension patterns ➣ How the body organizes around protection when stress becomes a baseline state   This episode is part of the EASE OS™ framework: Enteric · Autonomic · Somatic · Empowered Psychology   The Autonomic pillar focuses on nervous system regulation, sympathetic dominance, stress adaptation, and restoring physiological safety so the body can begin moving from survival physiology into recovery physiology.   In This Episode: ➣ Chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation ➣ Sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous system ➣ Fight-or-flight physiology ➣ Stress hormones and cortisol ➣ Functional medicine perspective on chronic stress ➣ Somatic holding patterns and muscle guarding ➣ Mind-body connection and chronic tension ➣ Gut-brain axis and autonomic regulation ➣ Breathwork for nervous system regulation ➣ Yoga and nervous system awareness ➣ Hypervigilance and chronic anticipation ➣ Fatigue, inflammation, digestion, and stress physiology ➣ Integrated systems interpretation in healing   Practical Exercise From This Episode 5-5-5-5 Box Breathing Use before meals, stressful conversations, or sleep. ➣ Inhale through the nose for 5 counts ➣ Hold for 5 counts ➣ Exhale slowly for 5 counts ➣ Hold empty for 5 counts ➣ Repeat 3 rounds   This breathing practice helps stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system and supports vagal regulation.   Key Takeaways ➣ The body adapts to repeated conditions ➣ Chronic stress physiology often becomes normalized ➣ Repeated states can eventually become traits ➣ Symptoms are often adaptive information, not personal failure ➣ The nervous system influences digestion, hormones, inflammation, sleep, movement, and emotional regulation ➣ Healing requires more than isolated protocols — the organism must be understood as an integrated system   Resources & Links

Pam Hupp's public role in the case continued growing during that same stretch. Reporters increasingly framed her as Betsy's close friend and confidante—the person who had driven Betsy home from chemotherapy, spent time with her during her final months, and spoken openly about Betsy's fears regarding the marriage. Detectives and prosecutors continued treating her as one of the most emotionally compelling witnesses surrounding the case. Pam appeared calm in public settings connected to the investigation. Controlled. Sympathetic. She spoke about Betsy naturally enough that investigators and reporters alike kept returning to her for perspective about Betsy's life and emotional state before the murder. At the same time, other people around the case began reacting differently to how central Pam had become in the public narrative. Some family members and friends focused entirely on Betsy and the grief surrounding the murder. Others started quietly questioning why Pam seemed so deeply embedded in nearly every version of the story emerging publicly around the case...Sources: https://allthatsinteresting.com/pam-hupphttps://time.com/6156033/the-thing-about-pam-renee-zellweger-true-story/https://www.stlmag.com/longform/pam-hupp/https://www.stlmag.com/news/defense-attorney-joel-schwartz-charles-bosworth-new-book-bone-deep-true-crime-betsy-faria-pam-hupp/https://people.com/pam-hupp-charge-refiled-betsy-faria-stabbing-death-8384298https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/crime/pam-hupp-may-not-be-tried-for-betsy-farias-murder-until-2028/63-fc0923af-96e0-409a-84d3-bc585dba3ef3https://fox2now.com/news/fox-files/pam-hupp-trial-delayed-but-unexpected-encounter-outside-highlights-day/https://insurancenewsnet.com/oarticle/Russell-Farias-wife-was-stabbed-55-times-but-was-he-the-killer-a-471968https://www.rollingstone.com/culture/culture-news/pamela-hupp-murder-betsy-faria-dateline-podcast-1196738/https://crimereads.com/the-bizarre-self-incriminating-confession-of-pam-hupp/https://rsflawfirm.com/Firm-News/Russell-Faria-Acquitted-Of-Wife-s-Murder/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/kinda-murdery-true-crime-murder-stories--5496890/support.Zevon Odelberg is a true crime podcast host and disability advocate.  Zevon has cerebral palsy and he wants Kinda Murdery to be welcoming community for people with disabilities and for people living with challenges of any kind.  Life can be hard, but being together makes it better.

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Sophie Fletcher, PhD, somatic nervous system practitioner and co-facilitator inside Rise Above the Herd, returns to Here for the Truth with a diagnosis for what's quietly running through most of us: functional freeze. It looks nothing like collapse. You're still showing up, doing the work, holding the relationships, but something inside has gone numb, and the modern world is engineered to keep it that way. Sophie traces why the truth-seeker community is especially exposed, how chronic low-grade threat overwhelms the body until there's nowhere left to discharge it, and why mistaking calm for regulated is itself a form of dysregulation. We move through healthy aggression and the safe expression of sympathetic charge, the entanglement of parts work with nervous system state, and what building capacity looks like inside a family carrying a collective nervous system pulse of its own. Slow is fast, Sophie says. The relationship with your own physiology gets built in moments most people are too impatient to honor.(00:00) Regulation Redefined(00:40) Opening Conversation(01:38) Show Start(04:36) Truth Seeker Freeze & Polyvagal Basics(09:12) Functional Freeze Explained(15:29) Modern Life Triggers(22:08) Healthy Nervous System(35:55) From Freeze to Freedom(38:12) Healthy Aggression Outlets(46:30) The Monk Study(51:28) Sympathetic vs Dorsal Types(58:22) Appropriate Response Defined(01:10:03) Repair Self Respect(01:17:21) Nervous System And Parts(01:20:36) Winnie The Pooh Psychology(01:24:39) Shadow And Projection(01:35:19) AI Movie ArchetypesGUEST LINKWebsite — sophiefletcherphd.comCONNECT WITH USStart the Free 7-Day Self-Esteem ResetWatch Our EpisodesJoin our free Telegram communityJoin our membership Friends of the Truth

(Group Learning Program) - Chapter 14 - Cultivating Healthy Mental States: Loving-kindness, Compassion, Sympathetic Joy, and Equanimity at Wat Tung YuAs you learn and implement The Teachings of Gotama Buddha to attain Enlightenment, you will need to cultivate the healthy mental states of loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity.These four (4) mental states are often referred to as “The Brahma-viharas”.Your intentions, speech, and actions should emanate from these mental states.In this Podcast, David will teach you what are the Brahma-viharas, how to cultivate and practice them, and how they are beneficial in your pursuit to the Enlightened mind.——-Daily Wisdom - Walking The Path with The BuddhaDedicated to the education of Gotama Buddha's Teachings to attain Enlightenment.https://www.BuddhaDailyWisdom.com(See our website for online learning, courses, and retreats.)Group Learning Program - LIVE Interactive Online Classes, Book, Audiobook, Videos, Podcast and Personal Guidancehttps://mailchi.mp/f958c59262eb/buddhadailywisdomThe Words of The Buddha - Pali Canon in English Study Grouphttps://mailchi.mp/6bb4fdf2b6e0/palicanonstudyprogramFREE Book - Developing a Life Practice: The Path That Leads to Enlightenmenthttps://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/freebuddhabooksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DailyWisdom999YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DailyWisdom999Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/buddhadailywisdom/Support our efforts to share The Teachings of Gotama Buddha with you and worldwide for all people using this link.https://www.buddhadailywisdom.com/supportbuddha#buddhism #learnbuddhism #enlightenment #dhamma #dharma #buddha #meditation #meditationretreat #meditationcourse

Subscribe in: Apple Podcast | iPhone | Spotify | Pandora | Amazon Music | iHeartRadio  | YouTube If you have ever finished a round of EFT tapping and found yourself yawning uncontrollably, you are not imagining things. In 18 years of working with clients, this question lands in my inbox almost every single month. It is actually one of the top search terms that brings new readers to TappingQandA.com. TL;DR / Key Takeaways Yawning, burping, and stomach gurgles after a tapping round are all signs that your body shifted out of fight-or-flight mode and into its natural rest-and-restore state. The human nervous system operates in two distinct modes: the sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight) and the parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest). EFT tapping moves you from the first into the second. When the digestive system comes back online after a stress response, it produces physical signals including yawns, burps, farts, and stomach rumbles. You do not need to yawn for tapping to have worked. The absence of a yawn is not evidence that nothing changed. These physical responses are among the most common questions people search before finding this site, which tells us that tappers everywhere share this experience and wonder what it means. Why Do I Yawn After Tapping? The Short Answer Yawning after a round of EFT tapping means your nervous system just made a real, measurable shift. It moved out of sympathetic activation (the stress state) and into parasympathetic activation (the recovery state), and your body is announcing that transition out loud. EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques), commonly called tapping, involves tapping on specific acupressure points on the face and upper body while focusing on an emotional issue. Some of the earliest peer-reviewed research on tapping demonstrated that it reduces cortisol, the primary stress hormone produced during fight-or-flight activation. When cortisol drops and the sympathetic response de-escalates, the parasympathetic nervous system takes over. That handoff produces a cascade of physical changes, and yawning is one of the most visible. Key insight: "The yawn is your body's way of resetting its state. It is the system literally changing shape from the inside to signal that the danger has passed." What Are the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous Systems? The human nervous system runs in two modes that cannot operate simultaneously. Your body is always choosing between them based on its read of your environment. The sympathetic nervous system governs fight or flight. When the brain perceives a threat, physical or emotional, it floods the body with adrenaline and cortisol. Heart rate climbs. Pupils dilate to take in more visual information. Oxygen is pushed to your limbs so you can run or fight. Digestion shuts down almost entirely, because processing food is a waste of resources when a threat is nearby. Some people experience the extreme version of this when they go blank before a presentation or job interview. The capillaries in the brain constrict as oxygen is rerouted to the muscles, which is why all the answers you forgot come flooding back the moment you walk out the door and the threat passes. The parasympathetic nervous system governs rest, repair, and digestion. Heart rate drops. Pupils contract to sharpen focus. The digestive system powers back on. Growth and maintenance processes resume. You can learn more about how the nervous system connects to emotional healing in Pod #482, where I talked through the full picture with Dr. Jen Cincurak, a naturopathic doctor whose work centers on nervous system maturation and somatic tools including tapping. Why Tapping Triggers the Shift from Stress to Rest Tapping moves the body from sympathetic to parasympathetic activation by sending a calming signal through the acupressure system while you hold a stressful thought or feeling in mind. The combination of cognitive focus and physical tapping interrupts the fight-or-flight loop. Key insight: "What tapping does is give the nervous system new information. It says: you can be present with this emotion without being in danger because of it." The early body of scientific research on tapping, including studies that measured cortisol in saliva before and after sessions, showed measurable decreases in the stress hormone within a single session. That biological change is not metaphorical. It is the same shift the body makes when a frightening situation resolves and you let out a long exhale. Tapping makes it available on purpose, for emotional material the nervous system has been holding in stress mode for days, months, or years. For a deeper look at the evidence behind why tapping produces these effects, Why Tapping Works: Six Evidence-Based Premises covers the research base in plain language. What Causes the Yawning, Burping, and Stomach Gurgles? When the parasympathetic nervous system takes over, every system that was put on hold during the stress response comes back online at once. That re-activation is not silent. The yawn is a physical resetting of the throat and airway, part of the body recalibrating its breathing pattern as it relaxes. It is not about being sleepy (though it can feel that way). It is the airway itself changing shape as surrounding muscles release tension. The burps, farts, and stomach gurgles are the digestive system restarting. During fight or flight, digestion goes essentially offline. The moment the parasympathetic system takes over, digestion turns back on like an engine starting up after sitting cold. It makes noise. It produces gas. That is not a malfunction. That is the machinery doing exactly what it is supposed to do. This connects to broader patterns around what happens in the body during emotional healing, a topic I explored in depth with Julie Schiffman in an early episode on physical body signals. Does Not Yawning Mean Tapping Did Not Work? No. The absence of a yawn after tapping does not mean nothing happened. Key insight: "The yawn is one sign that the shift occurred. It is not the only sign, and its absence is not evidence of failure." Yawning signals the sympathetic-to-parasympathetic transition when it is large enough to produce a physical response, but subtler or more gradual shifts may not trigger visible physical signals. Some sessions produce a quiet settling rather than a dramatic physical announcement. Some people rarely yawn at all, regardless of what their nervous system is doing. I have worked with clients who felt genuinely deflated after a session because they did not yawn the way they had in earlier rounds. They assumed that meant the session did not work. In most cases, they had already done significant work on the issue previously, and the remaining shifts were quieter. Quieter does not mean smaller. If you are wondering whether your tapping is actually producing results, Pod #703 on why you might feel worse after a round of tapping addresses exactly that concern in detail. Other Physical Signs That Tapping Is Working Yawning is the most commonly noticed signal, but it belongs to a larger family of parasympathetic indicators. After a productive tapping round, you might also notice a deep sigh or a long exhale that seems to come out of nowhere. A shift in the weight of your shoulders or a release of tension in your jaw. A brief wave of tiredness as the nervous system moves out of high alert and the body relaxes toward its resting state. Occasionally a sudden need to use the bathroom, which is the GI tract re-engaging. None of these are problems. They are the body doing its job, communicating in the language it was designed to use. If you have ever felt oddly emotional right after a round of tapping and wondered whether something went wrong, Pod #695 on why you feel sad after tapping walks through the same nervous-system logic applied to emotional release. The Five Stress Responses and What They Mean for Tapping Most people know fight or flight, but the sympathetic nervous system actually produces five distinct stress responses, sometimes called the five Fs: fight, flight, freeze, flop, and fawn. Fight and flight are the most familiar. Freeze is what happens when the threat is so overwhelming that movement seems impossible. Flop is a more extreme collapse response. Fawn is the social version, appeasing and accommodating to neutralize the threat through relationship. All five of these states share the same underlying biochemistry: cortisol, adrenaline, constricted digestion, elevated heart rate, redirected blood flow. And all five can be the state your nervous system is carrying when you sit down to tap on an emotional issue. Key insight: "Every one of those five stress responses is the body trying to keep you safe. Tapping gives the system the signal that the danger has passed and it is safe to stand down." This is why tapping can produce the same yawning and digestive reset regardless of whether the original stress was acute fear, chronic people-pleasing, or old frozen shock. The body's exit route from all five states runs through the same parasympathetic doorway, and the yawn on the other side is the same yawn. What to Do When You Notice These Physical Signals After Tapping When you notice a yawn, a burp, or a gurgle during or after tapping, you do not need to do anything special. Simply acknowledge it as confirmation that your nervous system is responding. A few practices that support this process: Pause after the physical signal. When you yawn or feel a release, give yourself 30 seconds to breathe and let the shift settle before moving on. Notice what changed emotionally. After the signal, check in with the issue you were tapping on. Does it feel different? Smaller? More distant? This is your informal SUDS (Subjective Units of Distress Scale) check, which is the standard 0 to 10 measure of emotional intensity used in EFT. Do not chase the yawn. Tapping longer or harder specifically to produce more yawning is unnecessary. If the yawn happened, the shift happened. Trust it. Keep a short log. Some tappers find it helpful to note physical signals alongside their emotional observations after a session. Over time this builds self-knowledge about how your particular nervous system signals change. If you want a structured way to use tapping consistently and build on these kinds of shifts day by day, 365TappingLessons.com offers a full year of guided sessions built around exactly this kind of body-informed practice. Frequently Asked Questions Why do I yawn so much when I do EFT tapping? Yawning during or after EFT tapping is your nervous system shifting from sympathetic activation (fight or flight) to parasympathetic activation (rest and digest). This shift causes a physical reset in the throat and airway, which produces yawning. Frequent yawning during tapping typically means your sessions are moving significant stored stress through your system. Is yawning after tapping a good sign? Yes. Yawning after tapping is a positive indicator that your nervous system made a genuine transition from a stress state into a recovery state. It is not coincidence. It is the body responding to the biochemical shift that tapping creates. What does it mean when my stomach gurgles during tapping? Stomach gurgles during tapping mean your digestive system is coming back online after being suppressed by a stress response. During fight or flight, digestion essentially shuts down to conserve energy. When tapping moves you into a parasympathetic state, digestion restarts and produces audible sounds. This is a healthy, normal response. Does not yawning mean tapping is not working? No. You can have a highly effective tapping session with no yawning at all. Yawning signals the parasympathetic shift when it is large enough to produce a visible physical response, but subtler shifts may not trigger it. Judge the effectiveness of a session by how the emotional issue feels afterward, not by whether you yawned. Can tapping make you feel tired? Yes, and for a good reason. Coming out of a sustained stress state, even a low-grade chronic one, requires the nervous system to recalibrate. When the parasympathetic system takes over after tapping, the body sometimes relaxes into a brief wave of tiredness. This is normal and typically passes within a few minutes. What are the five F stress responses and how does tapping address them? The five stress responses are fight, flight, freeze, flop, and fawn. All five are expressions of the sympathetic nervous system triggered by perceived danger. Tapping works across all five because it addresses the underlying biochemistry (cortisol, adrenaline, restricted digestion) rather than any one specific behavioral expression of stress. Is there research showing tapping reduces the stress response? Yes. Some of the earliest peer-reviewed studies on EFT measured cortisol levels before and after tapping sessions and found significant reductions within a single session. This physiological evidence supports what tappers report experientially: that tapping produces a measurable shift in the body's stress state, not just a change in perspective.

It's the universe's job to match your vibration. What is your vibration and where does it come from? Our vibration, or frequency, is our mood generated by our attitude. Attitude is our mental approach to life. It's the combination of our thought's and corresponding feelings. We're not the victims of circumstances, circumstances are the reflection of our consciousness in real time. Albert Einstein said, "The most important decision we make is whether we believe we live in a friendly or hostile universe.” This perspective suggests that viewing the world as friendly fosters constructive action and connection, whereas viewing it as hostile leads to fear. On this episode, we discuss how our beliefs, thoughts and feelings affect our reality. Guest John Strickland shares tools on how to enjoy living life on the sunny side of the street. For more information and/or to contact us go to: https://www.darrellanded.com/ To become a Patreon contributor vist the link: https://www.patreon.com/funniestthing Order "The Great Seal: The Symbolic Guide for Happy and Successful Living" today at: https://a.co/d/0f3dVXzx  

In this episode, I go deeper than the surface-level conversation around “nervous system regulation.” While this topic has become a buzzword, what's often missing is the real foundation underneath it — how much your thoughts are actively shaping your nervous system state in real time.Most people think of the nervous system as something that reacts only to external stress. But the truth is, it's constantly responding to your internal dialogue.1. What the Nervous System Actually IsWhen I talk about the nervous system, I'm referring to the autonomic nervous system — the system that runs automatically in the background.It has two primary states:Sympathetic (fight, flight, freeze):The survival state — mobilizing energy, increasing alertness, preparing for perceived threat.Parasympathetic (rest and digest):The recovery state — supporting digestion, repair, calm, and restoration.While most conversations stop at heart rate, digestion, and stress response, there's a deeper layer that gets overlooked.2. The Missing Link: Thoughts Drive the StateI notice a very direct connection between my thoughts and my physiology.When I think in fear-based patterns:“What if something goes wrong?”“What if I can't handle this?”“What if I fail?”My body responds as if there is an actual threat present. I can literally feel tension, tightness, and activation in my system.My nervous system shifts into protection mode — not because of reality, but because of perception.3. My Internal Set Point Is Everything I ConsumeI now understand my “set point” is not just about body weight — it includes:Emotional baselineStress response patternsDigestion and gut functionEnergy levelsMy overall sense of ease or tensionAnd this set point is shaped by everything I consume:FoodSocial mediaConversationsEnvironmentsThought patternsWhat I repeatedly expose myself to becomes my baseline.4. Environment Shapes My Mind Faster Than WillpowerWhen I'm alone with my thoughts, I notice how quickly my mind can default to old patterns.But when I intentionally surround myself with people and content that reflects what I want to embody — people who have overcome similar challenges or are living what I aspire to — my perspective expands.It builds:HopePossibilityStrengthFaith in changeEnvironment becomes one of the fastest ways to shift internal programming.5. The Mind-Body RelationshipAt the core of this episode is a simple truth:What I consistently think becomes what my body rehearses.“I can do this” → creates movement and action“I can't do this” → creates contraction and limitationThe body follows the mind — not occasionally, but consistently over time.Struggling with emotional or binge eating? Download my free guide Calm the Craving: 7 Steps to Break Emotional and Binge Eating and finally end the cycle of out-of-control eating. Get Your FREE Guide Here: www.sherryshaban.comWork With Sherry Shaban:Book your FREE 30-minute Food Freedom Call and start your journey to lasting change! Schedule your call at www.sherryshabanfitness.com/clarityListen & SubscribeCatch more episodes at www.makepeacewithfood.com/podcast or subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube so you never miss an episode!Connect & Go DeeperJoin our Facebook Community: www.myfoodfreedomlifestyle.comWork with Sherry: www.sherryshaban.com/transformExplore more resources: www.makepeacewithfood.comShare Your TakeawayTag us on Instagram (@makepeacewithfoodofficial), Facebook (@MakePeaceWithFoodOfficial), TikTok (@sherryshaban), or LinkedIn (sherryshaban) and share your biggest insight from this episode!

On this episode of Fox Across America, Jimmy Failla reacts to the Department of Justice indicting former FBI Director James Comey over a May 2025 Instagram photo of an "86 47" shell formation on a beach. Host of the “Kennedy Saves The World” podcast Kennedy stops by to recap an unforgettable night at the White House Correspondents' Dinner last weekend. PLUS, California GOP gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton checks in to explain why establishment Democrats in the Golden State now prefer Biden-era Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra as their top option for November. [00:00:00] Comey indicted again by the DOJ [00:38:20] Al Gore's latest climate change concerns [00:56:50] Kennedy [01:15:10] California Dems running on pretend issues [01:42:55] Steve Hilton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we are being led to an explosive finale, Maul finds himself having to let the hate flow through him to survive, Daki is still trying to rely on the kindness of strangers, and papa Lawson is dead set on finding his son. Devon is still having dark side flirtations, the inquisitors jump Maul, and Sul may be the realest character on this show.Please! Subscribe where we are, especially here on YouTube

A Deep Dive into the Vagus Nerve, Neuroception, and Overcoming Burnout Ever walked into a room and instantly felt like something was completely off? That is not your intuition being magical; that is your nervous system running the show. We spend all day trying to "think" our way out of stress, but it rarely works. Your body has a built-in threat radar called neuroception that operates entirely below your conscious awareness. When it misfires, you get the illusion of panic. You feel like you're fighting a sabertooth tiger when you're just staring at an unread email. Modern psychology calls this Polyvagal Theory. It explains why we constantly flip between the cool, collected Bruce Banner and the raging Hulk. The trick isn't fighting the Hulk. It's learning how to speak the biological language of your vagus nerve. Once you understand the mechanics of your own survival instincts, everything changes. You stop fighting your mind and start regulating your body. Use the four-four box breathing method to instantly hack your vagal tone. Restructure your morning tech habits to turn off your body's unconscious threat radar. Harness social co-regulation to lower your cortisol simply by being around safe people. Hit play to stop out-thinking your anxiety and start mastering your nervous system today. SPONSORS

We are in week three of a four-part series on the 4th-largest killer in America.  This week, we talk about how Holistic Integration is able to know exactly why a patient has Hypertension—and how to fix it—after running the proper diagnostics.  In this episode, you'll find out:—How men are 20% more likely to have a Stroke, but Women are 40% more likely to die from a Stroke.—Why it is more dangerous for "the bottom number" of your Blood Pressure (Diastolic) to be high than "the top number" (Systolic).—The surprising meaning of the diagnosis "essential" or primary Hypertension, which is 90-95% of all the Hypertension diagnosed.   And how Dr. Prather has found that 70% of all Hypertension cases actually are because of low Kidney function.—The importance of knowing your GFR (Glomerular Filtration Rate), which measures how well your Kidneys are working.—Why it's considered "unusual" for Kidney function to be improved, but Holistic Integration has been able to prove is possible"time and time again".—What is revealed by the ANS (Autonomic Nervous System) Test that is done for all new patients at Holistic Integration.   And how the ANS Test is "the Gold Standard" test for measuring Nitric Oxide, which is an important factor in Hypertension. —Why the Cardiac C-Reactive Test is "probably the most important test for Stroke besides Blood Pressure".—How you are 10 times more likely to have a Stroke if you have had a TIA (transient ischemic attack) in the previous year. —The importance of the proper balance between the Parasympathetic and Sympathetic systems for reducing your chances of a Stroke.  And how the Atlas Orthogonal Chiropractic Adjustment is able to help Hypertension cases where the root cause is a Vagus Nerve issue. —How a Hair Analysis reveals the imbalances of your body's Mineral levels, which increase your risk of a Stroke.http://www.TheVoiceOfHealthRadio.com*Receive exclusive bonus content as a member of our Voice Of Health Patreon Community:https://www.patreon.com/cw/VoiceofHealthPodcast

Dr. Mala Cunningham (PhD in Counseling Psychology, senior disciple of Swami Satchidananda, and founder of Neuroscience and Yoga TT, Cardiac Medical Yoga TT, and Mental Health, Neuroscience and Yoga TT) joins us to explore the powerful intersection of ancient yoga practices and modern neuroscience.Learn how yoga and meditation actually change your brain, stimulates your vagus nerve for instant calm, and why giving your brain conscious rest is so important. As well as the role of gratitude and intention in reshaping your neurobiology, micro-resting techniques, learning styles in meditation, body awareness, emotional safety, and much more.This conversation blends Neuroscience with Yoga techniques and strategies you can use immediately for better emotional regulation, stress reduction, emotional health, and peak performance.M. Mala Cunningham, Ph.D., E-RYT-1000, C-IAYT is a licensed psychotherapist, educator, trainer, author, and innovator in Neuro-Yoga Psychology™. With over 30 years of clinical experience, she specializes in integrative mental health, vagus nerve regulation, and psychodynamic therapy. A former Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia, she developed the University of Virginia's Cardiac Medical Yoga Program and taught Integrative Medicine in the Nursing and Medical School for over 12 years. Dr. Mala is the CEO of Positive Health Solutions, LLC, and leads nationally recognized trainings in medical yoga, neuroscience, and mental health integration. She is an international speaker and consultant for healthcare professionals, yoga therapists, and educators. She lives in Charlottesville, VA. Her website is: www.cardiacyoga.comDr. Mala's new book:"Neuroscience, Yoga, and Psychology: Tools for Regulating the Vagus Nerve for Health and Peak Performance" (out June 2026). This book can be pre-ordered.Learn more & upcoming trainings:Cardiac Yoga / Positive Health Solutions:https://cardiacyoga.comNeuroscience & Yoga Teacher Training at Yogaville (Integral Yoga Ashram): Check yogaville.org--Timestamps below ⬇️If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, share, and leave a review — it helps more people discover these tools for healing and well-being.Chapters / Timestamps00:09 Introducing Dr. Mala Cunningham — yoga, neuroscience & counseling psychology01:01 How yoga impacts neurobiology and why technology finally proved it03:40 Yoga is now mainstream in science, business & government04:58 Personal experience: knowledge + practice gives real agency06:59 What is the vagus nerve? (The wanderer — 75% of parasympathetic system)08:12 Activating your inner pharmacy: Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, Endorphins (DOSE)10:43 Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic balance, dorsal/ventral vagal states & the gunas13:31 Simple ways to stimulate the vagus nerve (neck rolls, eyes, ears, breathing)14:52 Meditation, learning styles & why mantra didn't work for a visual learner18:29 Giving the brain conscious rest (more powerful than sleep)20:23 fMRI insights: Left prefrontal cortex, pleasure centers & BASS practice22:14 Ego, safety, emotional threat & defensive patterns28:52 Micro-resting technique (eyes, tongue, jaw, shoulders at stoplights)34:54 Gratitude practices — cognitive vs felt sense39:03 Intention (sankalpa), optimism & rewiring the amygdala42:24 Trauma wiring, protection & becoming objective50:38 Reading body language & genuine somatic awareness55:32 The power of a simple smile + deep sigh to activate parasympathetic56:35 Dr. Mala's upcoming Neuroscience & Yoga Teacher Training at Yogaville + new book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if feeling better didn't have to take months or years to figure out, but could start today? On this episode of The Dr. Hyman Show, I sit down with Dr. Scott Sherr to talk about why so many people feel stuck in what he calls a “sympathetic spiral of doom.” Energy is low, recovery isn't what it used to be, and there's a constant sense of stress that doesn't seem to resolve. We walk through what's actually happening beneath the surface, why it can be so hard to break out of that pattern once you're in it, and how to start shifting your energy and recovery. Watch the full conversation on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode, we discuss: • Why you feel “tired but wired” and what it actually means for your body • What's keeping your energy low even when nothing obvious is wrong • How stress from your life and environment builds up and keeps you stuck • Why calming down doesn't always work—and what to focus on instead • How to start rebuilding your energy so your body can recover and adapt We shouldn't have to wait for something to go wrong to take action. The goal is to help your body function better so you can actually feel it day to day. View Show Notes From This Episode Get Free Weekly Health Tips from Dr. Hyman https://drhyman.com/pages/picks?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Sign Up for Dr. Hyman's Weekly Longevity Journal https://drhyman.com/pages/longevity?utm_campaign=shownotes&utm_medium=banner&utm_source=podcast Join the 10-Day Detox to Reset Your Health https://drhyman.com/pages/10-day-detox Join the Hyman Hive for Expert Support and Real Results https://drhyman.com/pages/hyman-hive This episode is brought to you by Perfect Amino, Korrus, Timeline, BON CHARGE, BIOptimizers and Pique. Go to bodyhealth.com and use code HYMAN20 to get 20% off your first order. Visit korrus.com/drhyman for 15% off their newest product OIO Sphere with code HYMANSPHERE15. Visit timeline.com/drhyman for 20% off a subscription on top of the new starting price of $79. Head to boncharge.com/hyman and use code HYMAN for 15% off. Head to bioptimizers.com/hyman and use promo code HYMAN at checkout to save 15%. Secure 20% off your order plus a free starter kit at piquelife.com/hyman. (0:00) Introduction and guest Dr. Scott Scherer (3:31) Understanding the sympathetic spiral of doom (5:06) Symptoms and signs of sympathetic overdrive (7:10) Sympathetic activation, mitochondrial function, and stress (10:02) Mitochondria: their role and impact in the body (12:31) Stress, metabolic dysfunction, and their effects (17:43) Nervous system, mitochondria, and the cell danger response (21:25) Survival, stress, and breaking the sympathetic spiral (23:11) Contributors to stress: top-down and bottom-up (25:56) Mitochondria, microbiome, and medication impacts (29:38) Mitochondrial dysfunction and mental health (32:19) Limitations of parasympathetic activation and addressing root causes (36:46) How mitochondrial stress leads to fight-or-flight (37:52) Steps to break the sympathetic spiral and support mitochondria (42:41) Methylene blue: benefits, uses, and safety (50:35) Methylene blue as an MAO inhibitor and for chronic infections (57:17) Case studies, third-party testing, and Transcriptions' evolution (1:02:36) Parasympathetic edge, recovery, and the GABA system (1:07:44) GABA, supplements, and interventions for stress (1:12:23) Addressing root causes and methylene blue usage (1:17:29) Transcriptions products, sleep formula, and practitioner ecosystem (1:19:49) OneBase Health, hyperbaric space, and final information

Everyone's talking about nervous system regulation; but what does it actually mean, and why does it matter for your life, relationships, and business? In this episode, we break down the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, explore the subtle everyday triggers that throw you into fight-or-flight without you realising it, and share practical somatic tools to help you downregulate and upregulate on demand. Plus, we dive deep into how your closest relationships either regulate or dysregulate you — and why choosing the right people is the most powerful nervous system tool you have. Timestamps 0:56 — What is nervous system regulation and why is it trending? 1:29 — Sympathetic vs. parasympathetic nervous system explained 1:54 — Subtle triggers that dysregulate you (phone scrolling, loud noises, caffeine, clutter) 3:10 — Why waking up before your kids changes everything 5:16 — Extreme heat, cold therapy & how your cycle affects your nervous system 6:54 — Chaotic environments as a stressor (and why women feel it more) 9:10 — What it means to truly balance sympathetic & parasympathetic states 10:21 — Ignorance is NOT bliss: why awareness is the first step out of victim mode 11:23 — Downregulation tools: breathing, meditation, music, muscle relaxation 12:26 — Upregulation tools: cold showers, movement, journaling, identity statements 13:34 — Functional freeze: the high performer's hidden stress response 13:58 — Somatic tools & why shaking out tension actually works 15:32 — Co-regulation: using social connection to calm your nervous system 16:46 — How your relationships either regulate or dysregulate you 17:14 — Choosing your life partner is the most important nervous system decision you'll make 18:40 — Surrounding yourself with people who support your expansion 19:31 — Why people in your life resist your growth (and what to do about it) 21:07 — Soul expansion: the real reason we experience challenges 22:06 — Putting it all together: taking back control of your nervous system 22:58 — Living your life for YOU — not for others' approval

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Yurth shares her extensive journey in the longevity and regenerative medicine space, discussing the evolution and significance of peptides in healing and performance. She emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal and peptide levels as we age, the role of mitochondria in energy production, and the critical aspects of immune regulation through the thymus gland. The conversation also covers the eight pillars of regeneration, highlighting the multifaceted approach needed for optimal health and healing. In this conversation, Dr. Yurth and Dr. Gladden discuss the importance of peptide therapy, particularly focusing on the replacement of lost functions due to aging, such as those of the thymus gland and mitochondria. They emphasize the need for personalized protocols and the cyclical use of peptides based on seasonal changes. The discussion also highlights the risks associated with unsupervised peptide use and the role of GLP-1s in weight management   For Audience ·       Use code 'Podcast10' to get 10% OFF on any of our supplements at https://gladdenlongevityshop.com/ !  ·       Join the other 20,000+ high-performers getting weekly insights on biological reversal, exponential strategies, and Life Energy optimization→ https://gladdenlongevity.short.gy/gladden-newsletter-pod ·       If you're ready to measure your 60+ biological ages and build a personalized reversal plan, apply for a discovery call here → https://gladdenlongevity.short.gy/gladden-vsl-pod     Takeaways ·       Dr. Elizabeth has been in the longevity space for over 20 years. ·       Boulder Longevity Institute was established to combine orthopedics and longevity medicine. ·       Peptides have gained popularity in the last decade for their healing properties. ·       BPC and TB4 are key peptides for injury recovery. ·       Peptides should be viewed similarly to hormones in terms of their necessity for healing. ·       Sympathetic overdrive can hinder healing processes. ·       Toxin elimination is crucial for effective healing. ·       Mitochondrial function is essential for energy production and overall health. ·       Mitochondrial peptides can repair and enhance mitochondrial function. ·       The thymus gland plays a vital role in immune regulation and function. The thymus gland's functions can be replaced with peptides. ·       Seasonal cycling of peptides can optimize health benefits. ·       Personalized protocols are crucial for effective peptide therapy. ·       Unsupervised peptide use can lead to health risks. ·       GLP-1s can help manage weight and preserve muscle. ·       AI can enhance the personalization of peptide therapies. ·       The body's ecosystem must be balanced for optimal health. ·       Peptides can significantly speed up healing processes. ·       Understanding the nuances of peptides is essential for safety. ·       Combining various therapies can lead to better health outcomes.     Chapters 00:00 Journey into Longevity and Peptides 03:04 The Role of Peptides in Regenerative Medicine 05:59 Understanding the Importance of Hormones and Peptides 08:59 The Eight Pillars of Regeneration 11:59 Mitochondrial Function and Energy Production 14:57 Mitochondrial Peptides and Their Impact 18:03 Thymus Gland and Immune Regulation 22:51 Replacing Lost Functions: Thymus and Mitochondrial Peptides 25:54 Seasonal Cycling of Peptides for Optimal Health 27:41 The Importance of Personalized Protocols in Peptide Therapy 30:35 Understanding the Risks of Unsupervised Peptide Use 32:43 The Role of GLP-1s in Weight Management and Muscle Preservation 36:19 The Future of Personalized Medicine: AI and Designer Peptides     To learn more about Dr.Elizabeth Yurth: Website: https://boulderlongevity.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoulderLongevityInstitute Instagram: @dryurth, @boulderlongevity YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dryurth Reach out to us at:    Website: https://gladdenlongevity.com/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Gladdenlongevity/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gladdenlongevity/?hl=en     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gladdenlongevity    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5_q8nexY4K5ilgFnKm7naw   Gladden Longevity Podcast Disclosures Production & Independence The Gladden Longevity Podcast and Age Hackers are produced by Gladden Longevity Podcast, which operates independently from Dr. Jeffrey Gladden's clinical practice and research at Gladden Longevity in Irving, Texas. 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Alison sits down with a seasoned expert in stress and trauma response, Dr. Robert Bray, to discuss the concept of tapping as an effective self-care tool for managing emotional and physical stress. Dr. Bray brings a wealth of experience to the topic, having dedicated his career to understanding the intricacies of human reactivity and the body's autonomic responses.They begin by exploring the distinction between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, emphasizing how our bodies react to stressors. Dr. Bray explains that while stress is a natural part of life, it can become problematic when we remain in a heightened state of reactivity. By examining our automatic responses to external stimuli, we uncover the underlying reasons for our emotional upheavals. This foundational understanding sets the stage for introducing tapping as a technique to re-regulate our nervous systems and achieve a state of calm.As they transition into a more hands-on discussion, Dr. Bray walks through the mechanics of tapping. They discuss its origins, including the principles of meridian therapy, and how it facilitates a release of energy in a structured manner. Dr. Bray highlights that tapping is backed by substantial research, demonstrating its effectiveness through numerous studies, which validate its utility in addressing traumatic stress and emotional overwhelm.Dr. Bray also shares practical advice for listeners looking to incorporate tapping into their self-care routines. He provides a guided experience for listeners to follow, where he leads through specific tapping points. This interactive segment not only educates but empowers individuals to explore their emotional responses and see tangible benefits to this practice in real-time. Listeners are encouraged to visit Dr. Bray's website for additional resources, including a video tutorial on tapping.HIGHLIGHTS:1:57 Understanding Stress Responses4:17 The Importance of Safety5:51 Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic9:16 The Impact of Upbringing10:12 Personal Reflections on Trauma11:53 Exploring Tapping Techniques13:38 The Tapping Process16:04 Meridians and Energy Flow19:12 Practical Tips for Beginnersconnect with Dr. Braywebsite: https://rlbray.comenergy psychology: https://www.energypsych.orgSPONSOR:Cellev8Discount code: THEALISONK2024 ALISON'S LINKS:Website | Facebook | Twitter | InstagramGET MY FREE 4 part Pop-up Podcast SeriesJOIN Borderless Hybrid Innovators FB GroupINNOVATION AVENUE: Fitness and Self-Care Revolution

Send us Fan MailOctober 26, 2021Characters:  Oliver--eventually became VP of a big oil company.  Jenny--my great-grandmother.  Rolf--invented the milk carton.  Esther--my mother's mother (got sick in Mexico and returned to the US).  Rueben-- invented an oil pipeline brush.Sympathetic magic--the belief that like makes like.  E.g., eating long green beans lengthens lifespan.  Eating red food stimulates blood production.Notes about President Diaz (1880-1910).Causes of goatiness in goat's milk:  three fatty acids (caproic, capric, caprylic acids)Support the showWrite to me at  twneuhaus@gmail.comTo learn more, visit  http://www.projecthopeandfairness.org

Discover how behavioral and emotional dysregulation quietly destroys a child's confidence, undermining self-esteem and motivation. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, expert in Regulation First Parenting™, guides parents with practical strategies to calm the brain and rebuild resilience in children. Feeling frustrated that your child's confidence seems to erode despite your best efforts? You're not alone. Behavioral and emotional dysregulation doesn't just cause meltdowns—it quietly chips away at how your child sees themselves and what they believe they're capable of.Today, let me share how behavioral and emotional dysregulation quietly destroys a child's confidence, why it matters for their learning and self-esteem, and practical ways you can help your child feel safe, capable, and motivated again.Why does my child lose confidence even when they're smart or capable?When children live in a chronically dysregulated state, their nervous system is stuck in survival mode. Every correction—“Try harder,” “Stop acting like that,” or “You know better”—is perceived as a threat, not guidance.Without support for emotional regulation, many children struggle to manage their own emotions, which can strain parent-child relationships and increase stress for everyone.Sympathetic activation: Heart rate rises, cortisol increases, amygdala lights upPrefrontal cortex offline: Problem-solving, risk-taking, and learning from mistakes are compromised, making children act impulsively or withdrawInternal narrative shifts: “I'm not good enough,” “I always mess up” common in kids with disruptive mood dysregulation disorderParent scenario: Harrison, a bright middle schooler with undiagnosed dyslexia, spent six hours on homework each night. Each correction from well-meaning adults deepened his shame, until his nervous system was so activated he simply gave up.Supporting him with parent management training and teaching coping skills helped him reconnect with his abilities.Key takeaway: Confidence is built when the nervous system feels safe, mistakes aren't threatening, and effort is recognized.How can I help my child regulate before correcting behavior?Regulation first, then correction is the cornerstone of supporting confidence, especially for children who struggle with emotion dysregulation. This approach can shift bad behavior into positive behaviors and strengthen emotional intelligence.Set the nervous system baseline: Deep breaths, movement breaks, or Quick CALM strategies help children settle, giving them space to manage emotional responses and impulse control.Co-regulate with your child: Your calm presence teaches most children how to regulate, reducing defiant behavior and helping them respond instead of react.Reinforce effort over outcome: Celebrate micro-steps, not just results. Noticing effort rather than focusing on mistakes or self-criticism can teach children that persistence matters and make all the difference in building confidence for many children.

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When Commander Riker is working his way through some deleted scenes of a TNG episode, he skips ahead to the good part on the holodeck where Shran shows up to ask for Captain Archer's help. But after diverting the NX-01 to rescue Shran's daughter, we lose a beloved character and Riker finally feels ready to defy Admiral Pressman's orders. What do the FoDs deserve? Who is fair game on the holodeck? When does HIPAA not apply? It's the episode that wants to talk Dr. Star Trek into a new drink. Support the production of The Greatest Generation Get a thing at podshop.biz! Sign up for our mailing list! Follow The Game of Buttholes: The Will of the Riker - Quantum Leap The Greatest Generation is produced by Wynde Priddy Social media is managed by Rob Adler and Bill Tilley Music by Adam Ragusea & Dark Materia Friends of DeSoto for: Labor | Democracy | Justice Discuss the show using the hashtag #GreatestGen and find us on social media: YouTube | Instagram | Bluesky And check out these online communities run by FODs:  Reddit | USS Hood Discord | Facebook group | Wikia | FriendsOfDeSoto.social Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Once I started to connect the dots that the sympathetic nervous system plays a prominent role in food impulses and behaviors, I began teaching everyone I work with how to identify when their sympathetic nervous system is activated. This isn't something we're often taught as a kid and would be a game changer to learn earlier on in life. You may just be learning this language of your body and nervous system now though and feel exhausted from living in sympathetic nervous system dominance. And your bodily depletion makes so much sense. In this week's episode, I chat with Dr. Scott Sherr, Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician, about: Understanding the sympathetic nervous system The Sympathetic Spiral of DoomMitochondrial health and its impactThe connection between trauma and eating behaviorsIntegrating nutrition in trauma workAddressing long term health challengesPractical steps to support your mitochondrial health for improved regulation and metabolic signalingYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: https://www.stephaniemara.com/blog/get-unstuck-from-a-sympathetic-statePlease remember that your food behaviors can be bodily communication of your nervous system state. If you have any insights from this episode, email me anytime, and talk to you more soon! With Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Dr. Scott:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drscottsherr/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/troscriptions/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onebasehealth/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@troscriptions Website: https://drscottsherr.com/Support the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportAll affiliate links: https://www.stephaniemara.com/resourcesReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. www.benso...

Have you noticed that your emotions feel louder, sharper, and harder to manage since you stopped drinking? Host Teri Patterson explains why this "emotional flood" is a normal part of the alcohol-free journey. Discover the science of Polyvagal Theory, the biological roadmap of your nervous system, and learn how to identify whether you are in a state of Ventral Vagal (safety), Sympathetic (fight or flight), or Dorsal Vagal (shutdown). This episode provides high achievers with practical tools to expand their Window of Tolerance, helping them move from "numbing out" to "feeling through." Learn how to honor your nervous system, regulate your responses, and find the quiet strength that comes from true alcohol-free emotional safety.   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

Ever feel tired & anxious even when your labs look “normal”? Dr. Scott Sher explains how mitochondrial dysfunction & metabolomics reveal what's really happening at the cellular level & why optimizing your mitochondria changes energy, focus, & resilience. Meet our guest Dr. Scott Sherr is an integrative hyperbaric medicine specialist and co-founder of Troscriptions, the company behind the first commercial pharmaceutical-grade methylene blue product. He provides worldwide hyperbaric consultation, education, and advocacy. With nearly 6 years of clinical experience using methylene blue troches, he has developed protocols bridging mitochondrial dysfunction and nervous system recalibration. Dr. Sherr also co-founded Health Optimization Medicine and Practice (HOMe/HOPe), a nonprofit training clinicians in a 7-module framework for cellular health optimization. He is the founder of OneBase Health, developing next-generation sensor and app technology for health monitoring. Thank you to our partners Outliyr Biohacker's Peak Performance Shop: get exclusive discounts on cutting-edge health, wellness, & performance gear Ultimate Health Optimization Deals: a database of of all the current best biohacking deals on technology, supplements, systems and more Latest Summits, Conferences, Masterclasses, and Health Optimization Events: join me at the top events around the world FREE Outliyr Nootropics Mini-Course: gain mental clarity, energy, motivation, and focus Key takeaways Your body operates as a holobiont—an ecosystem of human cells & microbes. True optimization requires influencing the entire internal network Data driven personalization beats influencer hype. Use targeted labs to build & adjust your own supplement stack over time Every organ system depends on cellular function. Optimize cells first before pursuing advanced protocols Metabolomics provides real time snapshots of unique biochemistry, guiding interventions based on actual needs Aim for optimal young adult biomarker ranges instead of settling for average aging norms Mitochondrial capacity drives cognition, recovery, & disease resistance. Most chronic issues trace back to energy dysfunction Chronic sympathetic activation locks the body in survival mode, draining cellular reserves & accelerating breakdown Short term mitochondrial support & stress downregulation create space for sustainable long term lifestyle upgrades Balanced excitatory & inhibitory neurotransmitters like GABA & glutamate support mood stability, anxiety regulation, & recovery Deep parasympathetic recovery unlocks greater cognitive & athletic return than constant stimulation or overwork Episode highlights 01:01 Holobiont concept: Why Dr. Sherr reframes biohacking as “biont hacking” 06:01 Sympathetic spiral of doom: How chronic fight-or-flight drains mitochondria 14:04 HRV as a nervous system barometer 21:25 Mitochondria beyond the textbook 41:00 Five root causes of mitochondrial dysfunction 48:50 Methylene blue as a mitochondrial bridge 50:58 GABA-glutamate imbalance in brain signaling 53:26 Obligatory pairs for GABA support 01:07:37 The parasympathetic edge for performance & recovery Links Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/SImTojIu2aY  Full episode show notes: outliyr.com/252 Connect with Nick on social media Instagram Twitter (X) YouTube LinkedIn Easy ways to support Subscribe Leave an Apple Podcast review Suggest a guest Do you have questions, thoughts, or feedback for us? Let me know in the show notes above and one of us will get back to you! Be an Outliyr, Nick

After the attempted terrorist attack over the weekend, CNN did what they do best and tried to spin the two terrorist into sympathetic figures.  Visit the Howie Carr Radio Network website to access columns, podcasts, and other exclusive content.

I am delighted to reconnect with Dr. Scott Sherr today. In our conversation, we explore the sympathetic spiral of doom that middle-aged women often experience during a pivotal time of life marked by constant shifts in mitochondrial health, hormones, and neurotransmitters. We explore what it is and how to reframe it, and offer advice on navigating that stage of life and setting the tone for the decades to follow. Join us for an empowering discussion where we share practical strategies to interrupt the spiral, reset your nervous system, avoid burnout, and shape the trajectory of your future. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: Why the intense practices promoted by wellness trends are not advisable for stressed-out individuals The importance of having a flexible nervous system that can rise under stress and return to parasympathetic calm How calming the nervous system improves your mental clarity, focus, and decision-making ability Many stress reactions may be more about how we respond than the actual event that occurred The value of doing micro-resets to regulate your emotions quickly How sighing, prolonged exhales, humming, and gargling stimulate the vagus nerve and strengthen the parasympathetic system Sleep is essential for supporting mitochondrial function, mood, and the ability to handle stress Fight-or-flight mode  may damage your cellular energy systems Connect with Cynthia Thurlow   Follow on X, Instagram & LinkedIn Check out Cynthia's website Submit your questions to support@cynthiathurlow.com Join other like-minded women in a supportive, nurturing community: The Midlife Pause/Cynthia Thurlow  Cynthia's Menopause Gut Book is on presale now! Cynthia's Intermittent Fasting Transformation Book The Midlife Pause Supplement Line Connect with Dr. Scott Sherr On his website Troscriptions - Use promo code CYNTHIA10 for 10% off Health Optimization Medicine One Base Health  Previous Episodes with Cynthia Thurlow and Dr. Scott Sherr Calm, Clear, & Balanced: How GABA & Progesterone Unlock Stress Relief & Hormone Harmony | S. Sherr The Future of Healing: HBOT, Methylene Blue & Cellular Regeneration | Dr. Scott Sherr

In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of neurocardiology with Jeff Goelitz, Director of Education at the HeartMath Institute. For over 35 years, HeartMath has been at the forefront of researching the "heart-brain" connection, proving that the heart is far more than just a mechanical pump. Jeff explains the revolutionary concept of "coherence"—a state of physiological balance where the heart, brain, and nervous system work in harmony to reduce stress and improve mental clarity. We explore the practical applications of HeartMath techniques for high-stress professions, including first responders, professional athletes, and the military. Jeff shares insights into how "heart rate variability" (HRV) serves as a key measure of our resilience and how simple breathing techniques can help us reset our nervous systems after trauma or daily stress. Whether you are a parent, an educator, or someone looking to manage anxiety, this episode provides the scientific foundation and actionable tools to tap into your heart's intelligence. Key Takeaways: ·         Beyond the Pump: Understand why the heart is now classified as an endocrine gland and a sensory organ with its own "brain" of 40,000 neurons. ·         The Power of Coherence: Learn how a state of heart coherence facilitates better decision-making and "cortical facilitation" in the brain. ·         Resilience for First Responders: Discover how HeartMath is being used to help firefighters and soldiers manage PTSD and maintain a "baseline of calm" in dangerous situations. ·         Measuring Inner Balance: An overview of HRV technology and how biofeedback sensors like the "Inner Balance" help track emotional stability. ·         The Heart-Brain Dialogue: Why the heart sends more neural traffic to the brain than the brain sends to the heart. About Jeff Goelitz   Jeff Goelitz has gained vast knowledge, experience and understanding of behavior and social and emotional learning in the many years he has been with HMI. His 35 years of experience, including five as a private school teacher, have helped him become a leader in the development of stress management and education solutions for children and adults. He has spent two decades practicing and teaching the HeartMath System of tools and technology, and his expertise has helped HMI find practical solutions for lowering student test anxiety and improving test score   Social links for Jeff Goelitz https://www.facebook.com/jeff.goelitz.1/ https://www.facebook.com/HeartMathMyKids https://www.heartmath.org/   Social links for 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  

Why does healing feel inconsistent — even when you're doing everything right? In this episode, Dr. Connie Cheung explains the biological hierarchy behind nervous system regulation and gut-brain health — and why most high-functioning women are unknowingly working in the wrong sequence. You'll learn:   • Why safety must come before strategy   • How nervous system dysregulation affects digestion and energy   • Why effort compounds stress when the order is wrong   • How identity and survival patterns influence symptoms   • The biological reason symptoms "move" instead of resolve 1:26 The Wrong Healing Sequence Keeping You Stuck 2:27 High-Functioning Women & Hidden Burnout Signs 4:59 Survival vs Repair vs Optimization (The Healing Hierarchy) 6:31 Sympathetic vs Parasympathetic Nervous System Explained 8:16 What "Not Feeling Safe" Actually Means in the Body 10:20 Why Gut Issues, Bloating & Food Sensitivities Persist 11:58 Stress, Cortisol, Thyroid & Hormone Imbalance Connection 13:27 Adaptation vs True Nervous System Reorganization 15:39 Safety First: The Correct Healing Order 15:59 What Is Stress Cycle Completion? 17:00 Why High Achievers Miss Nervous System Dysregulation 18:08 How to Restore Digestion, Sleep & Hormonal Balance 20:21 How to Heal the Right Way (Live Training Invitation) If you've tried nutrition, therapy, supplements, discipline, or optimization and still feel unstable — this episode explains why. Because it's not a motivation problem. It's a sequencing problem.

In this episode of the Evolving Wellness Podcast, host Sarah Kleiner welcomes back Dr. Scott to discuss the 'sympathetic spiral of doom' and how modern lifestyles contribute to chronic stress and energy depletion. Dr. Scott shares insights into how overstimulation, poor diet, and interrupted sleep cycles can lead to nervous system dysregulation and mitochondrial dysfunction. The conversation covers the importance of circadian rhythm, hydration, and low-hanging fruit lifestyle changes to support overall wellbeing. They also explore the potential benefits of methylene blue, red light therapy, and other practical tools for regaining optimal health. Tune in to learn more about foundational steps to improve energy levels and break free from chronic stress.About Dr. ScottDr. Scott Sherr is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe), a specialist in Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), and COO of Troscriptions (a Smarter Not Harder company). His clinical telepractice includes HOMe as its foundation alongside an integrative approach to HBOT that includes cutting edge and dynamic HBOT protocols, comprehensive testing (using the HOMe framework), targeted supplementation, personal practices, synergistic technologies (new, ancient, psychedelic), and moreConnect with Dr. Scott - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsherr/ _________Sponsored By:→ Bon Charge | Go to https://boncharge.com/products/demi-red-light-device?rfsn=8108115.26608d & use code SARAHKLEINER for 15% off storewide.→ VivaRays | This episode is sponsored by VivaRays - VivaRays Blue - code YOGI https://vivarays.com/ → Organifi | For an exclusive offer, go to https://www.organifi.com/SARAHK for 20% off your order._________Timestamp:00:00 Introduction and Personal Experience with Coffee00:51 Welcome to the Evolving Wellness Podcast03:37 Understanding the Sympathetic Spiral of Doom06:29 The Role of the Nervous System and Mitochondria10:53 Practical Tips for Nervous System Regulation16:53 The Importance of Circadian Rhythm and Light Exposure25:31 Supporting Mitochondrial Health and Energy Production36:17 The State of Metabolic Health in the US36:55 Improving Mitochondrial Function37:27 Addressing Trauma and Sympathetic Overdrive38:31 The Importance of a Supportive Environment40:38 Sleep and Its Impact on Health44:35 The Role of Blue Blockers and Sleep Aids48:21 Caffeine and Its Effects on the Body50:46 The Benefits of Exogenous Ketones58:56 Navigating the Sympathetic Spiral of Doom01:05:14 Final Thoughts and Resources——— This video is not medical advice & as a supporter to you and your health journey - I encourage you to monitor your labs and work with a professional!________________________________________Get all my free guides and product recommendations to get started on your journey!https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/all-free-resourcesCheck out all my courses to understand how to improve your mitochondrial health & experience long lasting health! (Use code PODCAST to save 10%) -  https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/coursesMy free product guide with all product recommendations and discount codes:https://www.canva.com/design/DAF7mlgZpJI/xVyE4tiQFEWJmh_Xwx8Kbw/view?utm_content=DAF7mlgZpJIFree Webinar on Light & Health (includes free light bulb guide) - https://www.sarahkleinerwellness.com/mycircadianapp-free-webinarGet Early Access to Podcast Episodes & my Seasonal Food Course + UVB+Red Light Therapy course for free -  https://open.substack.com/pub/sarahkleinerwellness/p/uvbred-light-protocol?r=5eztl9&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true

If you are tired of being pulled in all directions by distractions, demands, and "shoulds", this episode is for you.In this video, I'm answering a question from a viewer, who wants to know how to stop being distracted by the fast rhythm of the world and truly lead with the soul. If you want to embody your true essence and live a life that is soulful, fulfilling, and aligned, this teaching will give you the practical steps to get there.You'll learn:

What if anxiety, panic, and feeling “out of control” weren't moral failures—or even mental ones—but physiological patterns you could interrupt?In this episode of the Faithful Fitness Podcast, Coach Alex VanHouten sits down with breathwork expert Kurtis Lee Thomas, author of Breathwork Detox, to explore how breath restores agency—the God-given ability to act, respond, and choose again.Together, they unpack:-Why breath is the only system you can control consciously and unconsciously-How trauma, stress, and anxiety get “stuck” in the body-Why breathwork works faster than medication in panic states-The science behind nervous system regulation and oxygen flow-The biblical meaning of breath—and why God's name is on your lips with every inhale and exhale-Simple breathing tools you can use today to reset your body and mindThis is a conversation about embodied faith, nervous system healing, and reclaiming stewardship over the body God entrusted to you.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected from your body—this episode will change how you think about breathing forever. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Why agency starts with breath02:45 – “I realized I wasn't breathing”05:40 – Breath as the bridge between body & spirit08:55 – Sympathetic vs parasympathetic nervous system12:20 – Why breath works faster than pills15:10 – Trauma, memory, and the body “keeping score”19:40 – Breath as ancient “body washing”23:00 – David, Goliath, and the breath before the stone27:15 – Energy, fascia, and emotional blockages32:40 – Why modern people breathe wrong36:30 – Clearing the sympathetic nervous system41:00 – Science, mitochondria, and oxygen adaptation46:20 – Practical breathing tools anyone can use50:10 – The most underrated breathing technique: the sigh54:00 – Prayer, breath, and releasing what you're holding56:30 – Final blessing & closing prayerCALLS TO ACTION 

Today, I'm sitting down with Dr. Gus Vickery, a good friend and one of my favorite collaborators when it comes to cutting-edge insights in personalized health and longevity. In this episode, I put myself under the microscope as we walk through my own metabolomics testing after a period of heavy travel, stress, and—yes—a break from my usual supplement routine. If you've ever wondered whether skipping your foundational health habits "just for a little while" really matters, you're about to find out. If you are a clinician and would like to offer the Aristotle test to your patients please use this link to learn more about the Theriome test: https://therio.me/products/full-report-consult If you are a patient and would like to run the Theriome Aristotle test and get a full interpretation and protocol based on your results from Dr Vickery & his team please use this link: https://authentichealth.com/precision-health-evaluation/   Episode Timestamps: Introduction to Longevity Podcast and episode overview ... 00:00:00 Metabolomics and interpreting health data – practitioner guidance needed ... 00:05:05 Combining metabolomics, gut, and blood data for whole-system insights ... 00:06:02 Nutrient depletion and oxidative stress: critical findings ... 00:18:57 Supplementation essentials for aging well ... 00:27:05 Metabolomics comparison by age group and optimization goals ... 00:29:03 Stacking interventions: why less is more with diagnostics ... 00:31:05 Functional health markers and the value of context ... 00:34:47 Sympathetic dominance, mindset, and impact on longevity ... 00:35:26 Restoring nervous system balance – inner work and tech tools ... 00:42:38 Toxins, heavy metals, and practical detox strategies ... 00:49:11 Clean environment, resiliency, and realistic lifestyle shifts ... 00:55:29 Key nutrient deficiencies revealed by metabolomics ... 01:09:15 Genetic and metabolomic tests: what's actionable? ... 01:15:07 Hope for the future: human resilience and expanding technology ... 01:22:24 Weekly actionable: walk outside for mitochondria and stress relief ... 01:26:55   Our Amazing Sponsors: Cozy Earth – Thoughtfully designed bedding and bath essentials that turn your home into a calm, elevated retreat and actually hold up wash after wash. Give your space a reset at cozyearth.com with code LONGEVITY for up to 20% off, and don't forget to mention this podcast in the post-purchase survey.   Nature's Marvels Bioregulators - provide gentle, organ-specific support — and the Liver Bioregulator is a favorite this season for supporting detox pathways and metabolic flow. Head to profound-health.com and use code NAT15 for 15% off your first order. Blue Peptide Spray from Young Goose brings the message back loud and clear. With NAD+ APEX to refuel energy, methylene blue to recharge your mitochondria, and GHK-Cu to tell your skin, "Hey, start making that collagen again!" It's longevity science, not cosmetic hype. Visit YoungGoose.com—use code NAT10 to get started, or 5NAT if you're an existing customer.   Nat's Links:  YouTube Channel Join My Membership Community Sign up for My Newsletter  Instagram  Facebook Group

In this Ask Dr. Tony episode, Dr. Tony Ebel tackles one of the most common questions from parents: Can kids really heal from food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities? Dr. Tony explains that food reactions aren't just about the gut or immune system—they're fundamentally a nervous system regulation issue. He breaks down the critical connection between the vagus nerve, digestive function, and immune tolerance, explaining how subluxation creates a cycle of immune overreaction and gut dysfunction. Dr. Tony outlines a healing approach that prioritizes nervous system stability through chiropractic care, followed by functional medicine interventions. He emphasizes that healing is absolutely possible but requires time, the right sequence of care, and combining both approaches for exponential results—what he calls "one plus one equals 11.-----Links & ResourcesReferenced Episodes:How Dairy & Grains Can Actually Be a Health Food w/ Jordan Rubin [Apple/Spotify]Complete Gut Healing: Why Diet Changes & Detox Don't Always Work [Apple/Spotify]Referenced Providers/Organizations:https://mywellrooted.com/https://documentinghope.com/----Key Topics & Timestamps05:00 Understanding allergies vs. sensitivities and intolerances08:00 The vagus nerve: The boss of digestion and immune tolerance13:00 Sympathetic dominance: Why the immune system is always on high alert17:00 These kids aren't broken—they're stuck in a pattern18:00 Step one: Adjust the subluxation and restore nervous system regulation24:00 Functional medicine components: Gut lining, microbiome, inflammation, detox27:00 One plus one equals 111: Combining chiropractic and functional medicine29:00 Neurological soft signs of healing to watch for31:00 Final encouragement: Healing is a process and miracles are possible-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click Here

SEGMENT 14: SCOTUS SYMPATHETIC TO OIL AND GAS DEFENSE Guest: Michael Toth (Civitas Institute)Toth reports the Supreme Court appears sympathetic to oil and gas companies arguing they supplied the homefront during wartime under government direction. Justices signal the case belongs in federal court rather than punitive state courts where energy companies face hostile juries and politically motivated litigation against essential wartime production.1870 NEW ORLESNS

Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The defense suffered a major setback when the judge ruled that their scientific experts could not testify before the jury, forcing them to read affidavits into the record instead. H.L. Mencken, the acerbic journalist who dubbed the event the "Monkey Trial," covered the proceedings. Sympathetic to Darrow and critical of Bryan's"fanatic" views, Mencken influenced public perception, though the jury remained shielded from the scientific evidence the defense hoped to present.1960 FREDERIC MARCH AS WILLIAM JENNINGS BRYAN "INHERIT THE WIND"

SHOW SCHEDULE1-19-20261914 FLAG DAY WITH WILSON, BRYAN, ROOSEVELT Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine discusses President James Buchanan's January 4, 1861, national fast day, intended to unite a fracturing nation through prayer and repentance. While old-school Presbyterians like Charles Hodge supported this call for divine intervention, the effort largely failed to forestall war. The event highlighted three distinct groups of religious nationalists: conservative Unionists, anti-slavery Republicans viewing slavery as a national sin, and pro-slavery theologians defending the institution on scriptural grounds. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine explains that President-elect Lincoln did not view Republicans as overly aggressive, positioning himself as a constitution-respecting centrist rather than a radical. Lincoln opposed slavery's expansion but acknowledged its constitutional protection where it already existed, believing the South was misled by elites and would eventually return to the Union. Ironically, Lincoln and Buchanan, though political opposites, worshiped at the same Washington church, sharing an old-school Presbyterian background. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. In September 1861, Lincoln proclaimed a fast day, carefully avoiding specific references to slavery to maintain political unity. Carwardine details the conflict surrounding General Frémont's unauthorized emancipation order, which Lincoln revoked to prevent losing loyal border states like Kentucky. Consequently, anti-slavery nationalists used the pulpits to criticize Lincoln's caution, demanding the war become an explicit crusade against the "gigantic crime" of slavery rather than just a restoration of the Union. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. The discussion turns to Confederate Vice President Alexander Stephens' "Cornerstone Speech," which explicitly defined racial inequality as the Confederacy's foundation, a stance widely condemned in the North. Carwardine notes that despite earlier tensions, Lincoln viewed his fast days as successful, utilizing them and meetings with religious delegations to gauge public sentiment and prepare the ground for eventual emancipation. Lincoln valued these interactions to influence and learn from denominational leaders. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine details the intense political opposition Lincoln faced in 1863 following the Emancipation Proclamation. He highlights Clement Vallandigham, a "Peace Democrat" leader who viewed the war as unwinnable and Lincoln as a "Puritan despot." Carwardine explains that the Democraticcoalition was fractured by religion, specifically between Catholics and Protestants, yet united in opposing the administration. Lincoln ultimately banished Vallandigham to the Confederacy to neutralize his influence. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine discusses James McMaster, the Catholic editor of the Freeman's Journal, characterizing him as an extraordinary polemicist who was imprisoned for his "vituperations" against the war. McMaster argued the war denied the rights of free men and refused to retract his views upon release. The segment also features Samuel "Sunset" Cox, a Democrat who famously attacked New England Puritanism as the source of the nation's meddling and moral extremity. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. The discussion turns to the Union's "low point" in August 1864, where Lincoln expected to lose the election to Democrat George McClellan. Carwardine describes the Democraticcampaign as "brokenbacked" for pairing a general with a peace platform. However, the fall of Atlanta revived Union hopes. Carwardine emphasizes how pastors articulated a "higher cause"—the preservation of a unique republican government—to justify the war's terrible "bloodletting" and sacrifice. Guest: Professor Richard Carwardine. Carwardine analyzes the war's conclusion and Lincoln's Second Inaugural Address, which framed the conflict as divine judgment for the shared offense of slavery. He notes that Lincoln intended a Reconstruction based on charity and "absence of malice," rather than punishment. By 1865, Lincoln's views had evolved to support citizenship for African American veterans, though his assassination left the specific blueprint for the nation's reintegration unfinished and uncertain. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. In 1925, the Tennessee legislature passed the Butler Act, banning the teaching of evolution in public schools. At Robinson's drugstore in Dayton, local booster George Rapier and others recruited 24-year-old science teacher John Scopes to violate the law as a test case to generate publicity for the town. Although Scopes was knowingly guilty, the ACLU backed the defense to challenge the law's constitutionality regarding the separation of church and state. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The ACLU, seeking to defend religious liberty and raise its profile, seized upon the Scopes case. While the board considered prestigious constitutional lawyers, the notorious Clarence Darrowvolunteered his services pro bono because he viewed the Butler Act as bigoted. Despite the ACLU's hesitation regarding Darrow's controversial reputation from the Leopold and Loeb trial, Scopes insisted on having the "street fighter" Darrow defend him against William Jennings Bryan. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. Clarence Darrow was a celebrated attorney known for his "downhome" jury appeals and defense of the marginalized. Mentored by progressive John Altgeld, Darrow built a reputation defending labor unions, socialists like Eugene Debs, and the poor against powerful corporations. However, his career suffered a "bad patch" following the McNamara brothers' bombing case in Los Angeles, where Darrow himself faced trials for allegedly bribing a juror, leaving him with a checkered reputation. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. Three-time presidential candidate William Jennings Bryan joined the prosecution to revive his political career and defend fundamentalism. Famous for his populist "Cross of Gold" speech, Bryan had become rigid in his views, advocating for prohibition and a literal reading of the Bible. He viewed the trial as a platform to combat the theory of evolution, which he believed deprived children of a moral center and denied the miracles of creation. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. Fundamentalist Judge John T. Raulston presided over the trial, enjoying the publicity brought by loudspeakers and radio coverage. The defense included civil liberties lawyer Arthur Garfield Hayes, a secular Jew, serving as a constitutional anchor. Meanwhile, William Jennings Bryan arrived as a celebrity in a pith helmet, though Scopes noted Bryan ignored his own diabetes by overeating at dinner, revealing a disconnect between his fundamentalist beliefs and medical science. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The defense suffered a major setback when the judge ruled that their scientific experts could not testify before the jury, forcing them to read affidavits into the record instead. H.L. Mencken, the acerbic journalist who dubbed the event the "Monkey Trial," covered the proceedings. Sympathetic to Darrow and critical of Bryan's "fanatic" views, Mencken influenced public perception, though the jury remained shielded from the scientific evidence the defense hoped to present. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. During a stifling heatwave, the trial moved outdoors where Darrow executed a shocking maneuver by calling prosecutor William Jennings Bryan to the witness stand. Darrow interrogated Bryan on his literal interpretation of the Bible, questioning stories like Jonah and the whale. Bryan faltered, admitting creation "days" might be metaphorical periods, which undermined his fundamentalist position and allowed Darrow to humiliate him regarding his knowledge of history, geology, and world religions. Guest: Brenda Wineapple. The trial ended abruptly with a guilty verdict, denying Bryan his closing speech; he died days later, likely due to heat, stress, and diabetes. John Scopes eventually became a geologist and lived a reclusive life, refusing to exploit his fame. Darrow's later career fluctuated, including a controversial defense in the racially charged Massie trial in Hawaii, before his death in 1938, leaving behind a complex legacy beyond the "Inherit the Wind" narrative.

We discuss the diagnosis and management of SCAPE in the ED. Hosts: Naz Sarpoulaki, MD, MPH Brian Gilberti, MD https://media.blubrry.com/coreem/content.blubrry.com/coreem/SCAPEv2.mp3 Download Leave a Comment Tags: Acute Pulmonary Edema, Critical Care Show Notes Core EM Modular CME Course Maximize your commute with the new Core EM Modular CME Course, featuring the most essential content distilled from our top-rated podcast episodes. This course offers 12 audio-based modules packed with pearls! Information and link below.  Course Highlights: Credit: 12.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Curriculum: Comprehensive coverage of Core Emergency Medicine,  with 12 modules spanning from Critical Care to Pediatrics. Cost: Free for NYU Learners $250 for Non-NYU Learners Click Here to Register and Begin Module 1 The Clinical Case Presentation: 60-year-old male with a history of HTN and asthma. EMS Findings: Severe respiratory distress, SpO₂ in the 60s on NRB, HR 120, BP 230/180. Exam: Diaphoretic, diffuse crackles, warm extremities, pitting edema, and significant fatigue/work of breathing. Pre-hospital meds: NRB, Duonebs, Dexamethasone, and IM Epinephrine (under the assumption of severe asthma/anaphylaxis). Differential Diagnosis for the Hypoxic/Tachypneic Patient Pulmonary: Asthma/COPD, Pneumonia, ARDS, PE, Pneumothorax, Pulmonary Edema, ILD, Anaphylaxis. Cardiac: CHF, ACS, Tamponade. Systemic: Anemia, Acidosis. Neuro: Neuromuscular weakness. What is SCAPE? Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema (SCAPE) is characterized by a sudden, massive sympathetic surge leading to intense vasoconstriction and a precipitous rise in afterload. Pathophysiology: Unlike HFrEF, these patients are often euvolemic or even hypovolemic. The primary issue is fluid maldistribution (fluid shifting from the vasculature into the lungs) due to extreme afterload. Bedside Diagnosis: POCUS vs. CXR POCUS is the gold standard for rapid bedside diagnosis. Lung Ultrasound: Look for diffuse B-lines (≥3 in ≥2 bilateral zones). Cardiac: Assess LV function and check for pericardial effusion. Why not CXR? A meta-analysis shows LUS has a sensitivity of ~88% and specificity of ~90%, whereas CXR sensitivity is only ~73%. Importantly, up to 20% of patients with decompensated HF will have a normal CXR. Management Strategy 1. NIPPV (CPAP or BiPAP) Start NIPPV immediately to reduce preload/afterload and recruit alveoli. Settings: CPAP 5–8 cm H₂O or BiPAP 10/5 cm H₂O. Escalate EPAP quickly but keep pressures to avoid gastric insufflation. Evidence: NIPPV reduces mortality (NNT 17) and intubation rates (NNT 13). 2. High-Dose Nitroglycerin The goal is to drop SBP to < 140–160 mmHg within minutes. No IV Access: 3–5 SL tabs (0.4 mg each) simultaneously. IV Bolus: 500–1000 mcg over 2 minutes. IV Infusion: Start at 100–200 mcg/min; titrate up rapidly (doses > 800 mcg/min may be required). Safety: ACEP policy supports high-dose NTG as both safe and effective for hypertensive HF. Use a dedicated line/short tubing to prevent adsorption issues. 3. Refractory Hypertension If SBP remains > 160 mmHg despite NIPPV and aggressive NTG, add a second vasodilator: Clevidipine: Ultra-short-acting calcium channel blocker (titratable and rapid). Nicardipine: Effective alternative for rapid BP control. Enalaprilat: Consider if the above are unavailable. Troubleshooting & Pitfalls The “Mask Intolerant” Patient Hypoxia is the primary driver of agitation. NIPPV is the best sedative. * Pharmacology: If needed, use small doses of benzodiazepines (Midazolam 0.5–1 mg IV). AVOID Morphine: Data suggests higher rates of adverse events, invasive ventilation, and mortality. A 2022 RCT was halted early due to harm in the morphine arm (43% adverse events vs. 18% with midazolam). The Role of Diuretics In SCAPE, diuretics are not first-line. The problem is redistribution, not volume excess. Diuretics will not help in the first 15–30 minutes and may worsen kidney function in a (relatively) hypovolemic patient. Delay Diuretics until the patient is stabilized and clear systemic volume overload (edema, weight gain) is confirmed. Disposition Admission: Typically requires CCU/ICU for ongoing NIPPV and titration of vasoactive infusions. Weaning: As BP normalizes and work of breathing improves, infusions and NIPPV can be gradually tapered. Take-Home Points Recognize SCAPE: Hyperacute dyspnea + severe HTN. Trust your POCUS (B-lines) over a “clear” CXR. NIPPV Immediately: Don’t wait. It saves lives and prevents tubes. High-Dose NTG: Use boluses to “catch up” to the sympathetic surge. Don’t fear the dose. Avoid Morphine: Use small doses of benzos if the patient is struggling with the mask. Lasix Later: Prioritize afterload reduction over diuresis in the hyperacute phase. Read More

On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared introduces a refined Emotional Vitality format and tackles one of the most common struggles in modern life: overwhelm. Rather than being a mindset failure or lack of willpower, overwhelm is explained as a nervous system state—specifically a freeze response driven by brain chemistry and stress signaling. Jared breaks down what's happening neurologically, why procrastination is often protection, and how clarity and motivation shut down under chronic stress. You'll learn practical, science-grounded tools to regulate your nervous system through simple physical actions, breathing, language shifts, and small, specific steps that restore agency. Supplement support like magnesium, ashwagandha, L-theanine, and B vitamins is discussed as supportive—not corrective—tools. This episode is about skill-building, self-leadership, and learning how to move forward when life feels heavy.Products:Magnesium BisglycinateUltimate Vitality MultiActive B ComplexAnxiety ReleaseSensoril AshwagandhaL-TheanineVitality Radio POW! Product of the Week: Buy Vital Skin Therapy Hydrating Cream and get  Vital Skin Therapy Cleanser FREE! A $30 value! Add both to your cart and use PROMO CODE: POW23Additional Information:Overwhelm Blog PostVisit the podcast website here: VitalityRadio.comYou can follow @vitalitynutritionbountiful and @vitalityradio on Instagram, or Vitality Radio and Vitality Nutrition on Facebook. Join us also in the Vitality Radio Podcast Listener Community on Facebook. Shop the products that Jared mentions at vitalitynutrition.com. Let us know your thoughts about this episode using the hashtag #vitalityradio and please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thank you!Just a reminder that this podcast is for educational purposes only. The FDA has not evaluated the podcast. The information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The advice given is not intended to replace the advice of your medical professional.

Do you have a million things to do, but feel physically glued to the sofa? You are scrolling on your phone, screaming at yourself to move, but your body won't listen.You aren't lazy, and this isn't just procrastination.You are experiencing a biological state called Functional Freeze.In Episode 2 of our Nervous System Reset mini-series, we explore why your nervous system slams on the gas (anxiety) and the brake (shutdown) at the exact same time. We move beyond willpower and use somatic healing to gently melt the ice.In this episode, you will learn:The Biology of "Stuck": Understanding how the Sympathetic and Dorsal Vagal systems create a biological stalemate.The "Tired but Wired" Trap: Why aggressive motivation and high-intensity exercise actually make freeze states worse.The Somatic Solution: How to use Vestibular Activation (gentle rocking and humming) to signal safety to your primal brain.A Personal Update: My recent experience with Creatine Monohydrate for focus and overcoming distraction.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro: The epidemic of feeling "glued to the sofa"01:20 - The Science: Why "Functional Freeze" happens02:14 - The Fix: Activating the Vestibular System02:52 - Guided Practice: Somatic Rocking & Pendulum movement04:24 - Adding the "Hum" for Vagal Tone06:00 - Transitioning from Shutdown to Social Engagement09:30 - Host Note: How 10g of Creatine changed my focus & workflowStart listening to melt the ice and get moving again.Did this episode help you get unstuck? If you found value in today's somatic session, please use your newfound energy to Subscribe or Follow the show. It helps keep these daily sessions free and accessible for everyone.