Podcasts about whole brain living

Jen Weigel interviews Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of My Stroke of Insight. She talks about her new book, Whole Brain Living, and shares tools on how to heal from trauma for long-term happiness. To help support our free podcast, please donate to our non-profit: www.storytellingeducation.org

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard trained and published neuroanatomist who is affiliated with the DePaul University School of Education. In 1996, Dr. Taylor experienced a major hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write or recall any of her life. It took eight years for her to completely recover. In 2008 her memoir My Stroke of Insight spent 63 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list, and her TED talk was the first to go viral. In 2021, Whole Brain Living was published.www.BoomersTodayRadio.com

Imagine discovering four distinct “personalities” inside your brain—each with its own way of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world. That's exactly what Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist, revealed after surviving a major left-hemisphere stroke that erased her ability to walk, talk, and even recall her name. In this transformative conversation, Ben Owden dives into how Dr. Jill's ordeal led her to a life-changing discovery: we each have four characters in our brains, and learning to embrace them all helps us live as our fullest, most human selves.Drawing on her bestselling books, My Stroke of Insight and Whole Brain Living, Dr. Jill explains how tapping into both the structured, logical power of our left hemisphere AND the creative, interconnected genius of our right hemisphere can spark deeper relationships, fuel business innovation, and help us truly flourish—both at work and in life. She demystifies the science behind the four “characters” in your brain, shows how to notice which one is “driving” your behavior at any moment, and offers practical strategies to shift between them by choice.If you've ever felt torn between productivity and play, logic and intuition, or wondered how to heal from past pain without losing your spark, this episode offers real neuroscience to back up your intuition that wholeness is possible.  Get a copy of Whole Brain Living by Dr. Jill.Important Links*Join Thrive in the Middle Today!*Book WhyLead to Train Your Teams*Explore Our ServicesSocial Media*Ben Owden's LinkedIn*Ben Owden's Twitter 

Every once in a while, a story comes along that fundamentally shifts how we understand the human mind. Imagine losing all sense of past and future, stripped of language, logic, and identity. Imagine drifting into a state where the endless mental chatter disappears, and all that remains is the raw, undeniable presence of the present moment." Hmmm? Sounds nice no This is exactly what happened to Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist, best-selling author, and one of TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World. At just 37 years old, a catastrophic stroke shut down the left hemisphere of her brain, forcing her into an extraordinary journey of survival, recovery, and insight. As a scientist, she had the rare opportunity to study her brain from the inside out, providing an unparalleled perspective on consciousness itself." This perspective is Dr. Jill's gift to the world.  But Dr. Taylor's story isn't just about survival, it's about transformation. Over the course of eight years, she not only regained her cognitive abilities but emerged with a new understanding of the brain and how we engage with it. Her book, My Stroke of Insight, became a global phenomenon, and her famous TED Talk remains one of the most viewed of all time, forever changing how we think about left-brain and right-brain dynamics. Today, she continues to push the boundaries of neuroscience with her book Whole Brain Living, where she introduces the revolutionary concept of the Four Characters, distinct neural networks within our left and right hemispheres that influence the way we think, feel, and behave. Pertinent to our show and my work with the IRS (Interface Response System), she presents the Brain Huddle, a practice designed to help us understand, embrace and integrate all four characters in real-time, allowing us to consciously choose our preferred response to life's challenges rather than being ruled by programmed and conditioned reactions. Beyond her research, Dr. Taylor is also a passionate advocate for mental health, an artist, and an educator who helps people understand how to live more intentionally through the power of neuroplasticity. She shares her time between scientific research, speaking engagements, and her creative work, which is living proof that a balanced brain leads to a balanced life. In today's conversation, we're diving deep into her groundbreaking insights and exploring how her work aligns with the conscious decision-making framework of the Interface Response System (IRS). Can we learn to choose which hemisphere we engage with in the moment? Can we override our pre-programmed emotional responses and instead step into awareness, peace, and clarity? And if we can, how do we practice this in daily life for a more optimal experience? Let's find out. Join me as I sit down with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor for a conversation that will challenge and change the way you think about thinking itself. 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In this episode hosts Amy Christenson and Brian Bowen celebrate their return from a brief hiatus by sharing their personal top 10 book recommendations for personal development, health, and wellness.They explore various books ranging from ancient philosophies like the Dao De Jing to modern self-help classics by authors such as Brendan Burchard, Mel Robbins, and Jay Shetty. The episode covers topics like mindfulness, mental wellness, resilience, personal empowerment, and holistic health, ensuring there's something valuable for everyone. Tune in to get inspired and discover your next great read for 2025! 00:00 Welcome to All Things Good for You Podcast00:42 Catching Up After a Break01:25 Upcoming Workshops and Events02:09 Favorite Books for Growth and Inspiration04:21 Book Recommendations for 202505:42 Diving into Personal Transformation09:37 Exploring Emotional and Physical Healing31:13 The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins37:11 Introduction to Gut Health40:38 Exploring Whole Brain Living44:23 Empowerment and Boundaries45:44 Positive Intelligence and Mental Habits51:21 Liberated Love and Relationship Insights53:49 The Power of One More57:50 Quick Book Recommendations01:03:58 Women's Health and Empowerment01:07:07 Final Book Recommendations01:10:08 Conclusion and Podcast Teasers  Transformative Books for Personal Growth and Self-Discovery in 2025The pursuit of self-enhancement is infinite, and literature remains one of the most valuable resources in this path of personal discovery and enlightenment. If you're eager to delve into an enriching collection that encourages growth, self-awareness, and transformation, have a look at these 20 carefully curated books.These titles have been discussed in-depth on the All Things Good for You podcast, where hosts Amy Christensen and Brian Bowen share their insightful takes on ancient traditions and modern practices in health, wellness, and personal development. 1. **Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza**   Tune into the power of thought and intention to recreate the version of yourself that you desire by shifting cognitive patterns and habitual actions. 2. **The Molecule of More by Daniel Lieberman**   Explore how dopamine drives ambition, decision-making, and emotional fulfillment while providing insights into managing this neurotransmitter effectively. 3. **The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk**   This essential read examines the profound ways trauma affects the body and mind, offering a holistic approach to healing through various therapeutic methods.4. **Gut Feelings by Dr. Will Cole**   Functional medicine insights are provided in this guide that underscores the significance of gut health in overall emotional and physical well-being. 5. **Boundary Boss by Terri Cole**   Discover how to identify, establish, and maintain boundaries that protect your emotional and mental energy while enhancing relationships and personal growth.6. **The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins**   A simple yet powerful philosophy on acceptance and emotional freedom that involves letting others be themselves and allowing yourself the grace to find peace. 7. **Whole Brain Living by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor**   Explore the four distinct characters in our brain that influence our thinking and behaviors, through the lens of someone who experienced a life-changing stroke.8. **Positive Intelligence by Shirzad Chamine**   Uncover ten mental saboteurs that create doubt and anxiety, and use the sage's powers to foster a positive, productive mindset. 9. **We Are the Human by Tracy Litt**   Receive nurturing insights on self-love and self-worth, empowering you to embrace your intrinsic awesomeness.10. **Liberated Love by Mark Groves and Kylie McBeath**   This book speaks to romantic and personal relationships, guiding you towards mastering your actions, feelings, and traumas for healthier interactions. 11. **Grit by Angela Duckworth**   Understand the power of perseverance and passion in achieving lifetime goals, moving beyond natural talents through hard work.12. **Upshift by Ben Rammel**   Turn pressure into performance through innovative turns in thinking and strategies when faced with life's challenges. 13. **The Dao De Jing by Lao Tzu**   Dive into timeless wisdom on balance, flow, and humility using nature as a metaphor for personal growth and harmony.14. **Think Like a Monk by Jay Shetty**   Blend ancient philosophies with modern psychology to develop peace and purpose every day, inspired by the author's monastic experiences. 15. **The Motivation Manifesto by Brendon Burchard**   Reclaim your freedom with practical tools that enhance personal power and help overcome doubt, delay, and division.16. **The Power of One More by Ed Mylett**   Crystallize the concept of doing just one more to enhance your practice and performance in all areas of life.17. **Roar Revised by Dr. Stacey Sims**   A crucial guide focused on women's unique physiological and athletic health distinctions that defies the traditional male-centric studies.18. **The Well Lived Life by Dr. Gladys McGarey**   Celebrating a centenarian's journey in natural healing and holistic medicine with wisdom on living a connected and purposeful life.19. **Love Does by Bob Goff**   Explore profound life lessons on love as active and intentional, leading to a more purposeful life driven by curiosity and joy.20. **The Charge by Brendon Burchard**   Identify and harness the ten core human drives to unleash a more vibrant, charged life filled with purpose and enthusiasm.Explore these transformational reads and ignite a new chapter of growth and self-fulfillment for the upcoming year and beyond. Whether in personal pursuits or professional development, these books provide a spectrum of strategies and inspirations to elevate your journey.Embrace the ideas, learn, and persist—ready, set, go! All Things good For You

God is the Creator, inherently creative. And he made you in his image. So that means: you are creative. Learning to see yourself as creative is the first step in using creativity as a spiritual practice.  Last week, we talked about the practice of creativity as a way to calm our anxiety and soothe our soul in Dear Daughters Episode 219. This is the second part in a two part series on creativity.  I hope you learn more about how God created you to be creative. And I hope you find practical ways to express your creativity in a way that brings you joy and peace. Listen in to a practical approach to the practice of creativity as spiritual discipline. SHOW NOTES Join me in reading, Whole Brain Living, Beyond Anxiety, and The Anxious Generation Listen to my episode on Joy Journal & Simple Prayers Listen to Liz's story Living Each Day as Your Last Jaclyn's story about her anxiety: Finding Joy Amidst Anxiety Sign up for my weekly-ish newsletter.  Listen to my second podcast, The Simple Prayers Podcast. Join us Sundays at my home church, Austin Christian Fellowship. Stay at The Franklin our treasure in small town, Texas! Airbnb link here. Listen to more of Sara Davis Regan's music

Send us a textWhat happens when a journey through life's darkest challenges becomes a beacon of hope for many? Join us as we sit down with Jonathan Labman, a spiritual awakening professional whose story begins in a difficult childhood and leads to a remarkable transformation. Jonathan opens up about the trials he endured, from abuse and bullying to the life-altering decision to attend an international high school in Wales. Through his conversion to evangelical Protestantism, Jonathan found new paths to explore personal growth and resilience, which now empower him to aid others in overcoming anxiety and stress.Can leaving a restrictive environment spark a quest for true freedom and self-acceptance? Jonathan shares his intense experiences within a brainwashing cult during the turbulent times of the 1970s and 1980s. This compelling narrative uncovers the psychological trap of repetition compulsion and the difficult choices faced during the AIDS epidemic. The story is a raw and honest exploration of trauma and identity, illustrating the struggle and eventual triumph of embracing one's true self despite societal pressures.Could mindfulness and creative exploration be the keys to a fulfilled life? As Jonathan guides us through practices in mindfulness and meditation, he reveals how these tools can reconnect us to reality and reduce stress in our digital age. We delve into the joy of discovering unique talents and passions, urging a departure from defining ourselves solely by professional roles. With insights like those from Jill Bolte-Taylor's "Whole Brain Living," Jonathan encourages us to balance our logical and spiritual selves, uncover hidden talents, and embrace the journey of self-discovery toward happiness.To Learn More about Jonathan Labman Please go to: https://edwards.consulting/blog To Reach Jordan:Email: Jordan@Edwards.Consulting Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ejFXH1_BjdnxG4J8u93Zw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordan.edwards.7503 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanfedwards/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanedwards5/ Hope you find value in this. If so please provide a 5-star and drop a review.Complimentary Edwards Consulting Session: https://calendly.com/jordan-555/intro-call

Ever feel like your emotions and logic are battling it out? Turns out, your brain isn't just one big blob of genius—it's actually FOUR brains working (or not working) together! In this episode, Olivier dives into Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's Whole Brain Living to explore: Why you have TWO emotional brains and TWO thinking brainsHow understanding them can transform your relationshipsWhy your brain might be sabotaging your intimacy (and how to fix it) Whether you're a Type-A planner, a dreamy creative, or both, this episode will help you tune into the different voices in your head—and use them to strengthen your connections.

The Truth About How Your Brain Really Works You NEVER Knew!  The Neuroscience Secret to Feeling Stress Free and Increasing Your Intuition! You've heard the myth: left brain = logic, right brain = emotions. BUT WHAT IF EVERYTHING YOU KNOW IS WRONG? Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, renowned Harvard neuroanatomist and author of My Stroke of Insight and Whole Brain Living, is here to DESTROY this misconception and reveal how understanding the full power of your brain can TRANSFORM your life! Dr. Taylor shares her incredible insights after suffering a life-threatening brain hemorrhage & stroke, which not only led her to become the expert in how our brains shape our perception, emotions, and reality, but also changed her perception of life and death forever. Find out how the 4 different characters of the brain control your actions, thoughts, and relationships – and how you can take CONTROL over your emotions and mental state. Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor also breaks down:- How trauma, pain, and even ruminating thoughts are all connected to your brain's wiring and how YOU can fix it- Why cruelty might just be a reflection of someone's inner trauma – and how to heal from it- The secret to unlocking more joy and awe in your life (your brain is wired for it!)- How meditation, gratitude, and physical awareness can bring you back to the present moment & into deeper harmony with yourself.- Tips on how to move past your emotional triggers, address cravings, and even tap into alternate energy frequencies to shift your mindset- Her take on psychedelics and their connection to the rise of schizophrenia This is an episode that will leave you questioning EVERYTHING you thought you knew about your brain, your emotions, and your life. TUNE IN to MBB today!! Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's Books:- Whole Brain Living: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/whole-brain-living/- My Stroke of Insight: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/my-stroke-of-insight/ BialikBreakdown.comYouTube.com/mayimbialik

I have something super special to share with you this week!   We asked our listeners for feedback on their favorite episodes of The Big Talk Podcast, and overwhelming people responded that they loved my conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. I spoke with her in Episode 577 about Whole Brain Living, and today, you have the opportunity to hear our conversation again!    Dr. Jill's work is so powerful, and I truly believe that by understanding and applying it, we can raise the collective consciousness and the vibration of humanity in the universe for love.   In this episode, we'll explore:   What happened when Dr. Jill's TED Talk was the first one to ever go viral  The four characters that correspond to specific parts of your brain How understanding and utilizing all four of these characters can lead to a balanced, conscious, and harmonious life Why embracing Whole Brain Living could bring about a significant positive shift in human consciousness and societal norms More from Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor Website: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/  Her books, Whole Brain Living and My Stroke of Insight Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJillBolteTaylor  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillboltetaylor  More from Tricia  Step onto big stages with my Masterclass, The Art of The Big Talk Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram  Connect with me on Facebook  Connect with me on LinkedIn  Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com 

It is an all too human tendency to react to stressful situations in counterproductive ways, to attack out of intense emotion without a clear purpose, to accommodate long after it's healthy to do so, or to avoid addressing situations that are destructive. While these are rarely wise strategies, they are disastrous strategies prior to, in the midst of, and post divorce. During this episode and the following two Team Talks, Karen McMahon and Lisa Brick discuss an alternative approach to attacking, accommodating, and avoiding, help you to understand what part of your brain gets hijacked when you do, and how to be proactive, forward looking, and purposeful. When you use all of your brain, not just the hijacked parts, to handle the challenges that arise around divorce you begin to master your situation. These three Team Talks are based on the research and findings of neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor in her 2021 book, Whole Brain Living: the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Lives.   Journey Beyond Divorce Resources: Book a Free Rapid Relief Call: http://rapidreliefcall.com  Follow JBD on Instagram: @journey_beyond_divorce   A word from our sponsors: Soberlink is a revolutionary tool designed to support individuals in their journey to sobriety. As a leading provider of remote alcohol monitoring, Soberlink offers a secure and reliable solution that helps people stay accountable and transparent in their recovery process. We're grateful for Soberlink's commitment to enhancing the recovery process and providing valuable resources to our listeners. Learn more about how Soberlink can make a difference in your journey at www.soberlink.com/jbd ======= TalkingParents provides a comprehensive platform designed to simplify co-parenting and enhance communication between parents. With secure messaging, a shared calendar, and features for tracking parenting time, TalkingParents ensures that all important details and agreements are documented and accessible.  We're grateful for TalkingParents' support in simplifying co-parenting and enhancing communication for our listeners. Discover how TalkingParents can bring clarity and organization to your co-parenting journey at www.talkingparents.com/jbd

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This is the second of my two conversations with Dr. Jill. Our first was so great that we immediately set up another meeting because Jill's wisdom is over the top! There's more in this interview about making the connection to spirit, to our loved ones, to higher guidance, and all of it informed by Jill's knowledge of what really happens in our brains. Jill and I continue exploring how to bring together the "four characters" in our brains to find greater cohesion, peace, happiness AND connection. Author of "My Stroke of Insight" and "Whole Brain Living," Dr. Jill is smart, funny, and very wise. Listen in as we Suzanne discuss the benefits of science AND spirituality and how the two mesh. And be sure to check out her website for lots more information on this NYT bestselling author, neuroscientist, and viral TEDTalk speaker ~ including her in-depth video on the four characters: www.drjilltaylor.com Please join me LIVE in the comments Sunday, and thereafter via all the podcast streaming services. This is a don't-miss interview. Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Jill Bolte-Taylor was a neuroanatomist at Harvard when she suffered a severe stroke on the left hemisphere of her brain. It was an experience which profoundly changed her life, and opened her up to the agency we all have in choosing our attention. She explores this in her TED talk back in 2008, which became one of the most popular TED talks ever. In this conversation we explore Jill's question 'who are we, and what are we doing here?', doing so through the lens of neuroanatomy, as well as her experience of having a stroke. Many of the ideas we explore are unpacked further in her book Whole Brain Living.

Neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor explains the 4 key ”characters” of the brain, and how understanding each can expand your perception of yourself, and the world, forever. At age 37, neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor suffered a stroke that would take her eight years to fully recover from. This is how it changed her understanding of the brain. In this interview, Dr. Jill draws a map of the human brain, explaining how it is comprised of four distinct modules, each serving a unique role in function and personality. This combination of cognitive and emotional components gives rise to the multidimensional characters within each of us. Are you looking to be more rational, more creative, more forgiving, or perhaps less rigid in your thinking? Dr. Jill suggests that by becoming aware of the four modules of our brains, we can consciously choose to engage specific parts. This awareness allows us to harness the true power of our brains and shape who we want to become, ultimately fostering less anxiety, more inner peace, and a vastly more purposeful life. We created this episode in partnership with Unlikely Collaborators. ----------------------------------------- Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more. https://members.bigthink.com/?utm_sou... ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business. https://bigthink.com/plus/great-leade... ------------------------------------------------------------------- About Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor: Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage (AVM) in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book in the category Stroke in the Amazon marketplace. Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, as well as corporations and not-for-profit organizations about the beauty of our human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma, but how we can purposely choose to live a more flexible, resilient, and satisfying life. In 2008 Dr. Jill gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 27.5 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Jill was chosen as one of Time magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's “Soul Series” webcast. Her new book, Whole Brain Living – the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life is a #1 release on Amazon in categories ranging from Neuroscience to Nervous System Diseases and Stroke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the first of two conversations with Dr. Jill. I so enjoyed talking to her and I think you'll enjoy hearing her as well. Most of what stands in the way of our making the connection to spirit, to our loved ones, to higher guidance, is what happens in our brains. In this conversation, Jill and I explore how to bring together the "four characters" in our brains to find greater cohesion, peace, happiness AND connection. Author of "My Stroke of Insight" and "Whole Brain Living," Dr. Jill is smart, funny, and very wise. Listen in as we Suzanne discuss the benefits of science AND spirituality and how the two mesh. And be sure to check out her website for lots more information on this NYT bestselling author, neuroscientist, and viral TEDTalk speaker ~ including her in-depth video on the four characters: www.drjilltaylor.com Suzanne Giesemann is a teacher of personal transformation, an author, and a medium who has been recognized on the Watkins' list of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People. A former Navy Commander with a master's degree in National Security Affairs, she served as a commanding officer and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. She now shares The Awakened Way®, a path to living a consciously connected and divinely guided life. SUZANNE'S NEW BOOK IS NOW AVAILABLE! The Awakened Way - Making the Shift to a Divinely Guided Life https://suzannegiesemann.com/theawakendway-book/ >>Find more about Suzanne and her mission: https://www.suzannegiesemann.com/ >>Find details for Suzanne's free "The Awakened Way App": https://suzannegiesemann.com/awakenedwayapp/ >>Get your free meditation guided by Suzanne and Sanaya,” Radiant Peace" https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/g3p2p3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor explains the 4 key ”characters” of the brain, and how understanding each can expand your perception of yourself, and the world, forever. At age 37, neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor suffered a stroke that would take her eight years to fully recover from. This is how it changed her understanding of the brain. In this interview, Dr. Jill draws a map of the human brain, explaining how it is comprised of four distinct modules, each serving a unique role in function and personality. This combination of cognitive and emotional components gives rise to the multidimensional characters within each of us. Are you looking to be more rational, more creative, more forgiving, or perhaps less rigid in your thinking? Dr. Jill suggests that by becoming aware of the four modules of our brains, we can consciously choose to engage specific parts. This awareness allows us to harness the true power of our brains and shape who we want to become, ultimately fostering less anxiety, more inner peace, and a vastly more purposeful life. We created this video in partnership with Unlikely Collaborators. ----------------------------- Go Deeper with Big Think: ►Become a Big Think Member Get exclusive access to full interviews, early access to new releases, Big Think merch and more ►Get Big Think+ for Business Guide, inspire and accelerate leaders at all levels of your company with the biggest minds in business ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor: Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage (AVM) in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book in the category Stroke in the Amazon marketplace. Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, as well as corporations and not-for-profit organizations about the beauty of our human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma, but how we can purposely choose to live a more flexible, resilient, and satisfying life. In 2008 Dr. Jill gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 27.5 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Jill was chosen as one of Time magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's “Soul Series” webcast. Her new book, Whole Brain Living – the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life is a #1 release on Amazon in categories ranging from Neuroscience to Nervous System Diseases and Stroke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The SECRETS of the Universe! Whole Brain Living with Dr. Jill Bolte TaylorToday we're talking with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor

For today's conversation, I am joined by the amazing and brilliant Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor!    Dr. Jill is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996, she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain, causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list.   Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and speaker who loves educating people about the beauty of the human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma but also to live a more flexible, resilient, and satisfying life.   In 2008, her TED Talk went viral. That same year, she was chosen as one of Time magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's “Soul Series” webcast. Her new book, Whole Brain Living – the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life, is a #1 release on Amazon in categories ranging from Neuroscience to Nervous System Diseases and Stroke.   Dr. Jill also happens to be my personal Diva on Whole Brain Living! And I'm super excited to bring you our conversation today.   In this episode, we'll explore:   What happened when her TED Talk was the first one to ever go viral  The four characters that correspond to specific parts of your brain How understanding and utilizing all four of these characters can lead to a balanced, conscious, and harmonious life Why embracing Whole Brain Living could bring about a significant positive shift in human consciousness and societal norms More from Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor   Website: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/    Her books, Whole Brain Living and My Stroke of Insight   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJillBolteTaylor    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjillboltetaylor  More from Tricia  Elevate your impact with The Speaker Salon Video Series Explore my content and follow me on YouTube Follow me on Instagram  Connect with me on Facebook  Connect with me on LinkedIn  Visit my website at TriciaBrouk.com  

If you're on a mission to understand yourself better, so you can both have more self-compassion and be more equipped to handle the heavy machinery that is YOU, this episode is spot on. I've pinpointed 5 things I've learned about emotions over the course of my 6+ years Coaching, during which there's constant ongoing education and training. These are 5 things I actually wish I'd known sooner — because of the impact they've had on aforementioned self-compassion, -understanding and -direction. Whatever your emotional literacy or level of awareness, I'm positive you'll hear something you need to hear today! We explore: Where emotions come from How your brain processes emotions (heads up — this is wild) The reasons emotions happen (aka the data you can find in them) Their less-than-90-second chemical lifespan Why it's good to know your "window of tolerance" for emotions Links! What's your DECISION STYLE? Take the Quiz! Want to work together? Join the Decision Lab in March: where you'll get targeted support making concrete decisions you feel great about Sign up for Accountability April: the 30-day program to support you in staying focused & building momentum without burning out Book your free consultation to discuss Private Coaching Here's a great episode from Dan Harris' 10% Happier Podcast Here's one of the books that changed my life: Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's Whole Brain Living

I've been feeling called to step further into my intuition and cosmic connection.    So….   The format of this episode is new and different for me, and I'm praying that you'll find meaning, impact, heart resonance and guidance in this intuitive reading that I recorded just for you!   Key Takeaways:

This week on the show I'm thrilled to share with you my conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor. Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroanatomist whose research specialized in understanding how our brain creates our perception of reality. As irony would have it, in 1996 at the age of 37, Dr. Jill experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain. On the afternoon of this rare form of stroke (AVM), she could not walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. It took eight years for Dr. Jill to completely rebuild her brain to recover all physical, emotional, and thinking abilities.Learn more at www.drjilltaylor.comBooks written by Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor:My Stroke of InsightWhole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice & The Four Characters that Drive Our LifeDr. Jill's Ted Talk New to the podcast? Download the Podcast Listening Guide.Ready to get started on changing your drinking habits?  Check out Just Start.Join my private FB group Alcohol Minimalists here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/changeyouralcoholhabitHas this podcast helped you? Please leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts! Follow me on Instagram: @AlcoholMinimalist Have you grabbed your free e-book, "Alcohol Truths: How Much is Safe?" Get it here.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work.If you' are unsure about whether or not you have alcohol use disorder, please visit the NIAAA for more information. ★ Support this podcast ★

Welcome back to our podcast! In this episode, we're thrilled to bring you an incredible conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a Harvard-trained neuroscientist who shares her extraordinary journey of recovery from a severe brain hemorrhage and how it led her to explore the fascinating capabilities of the human brain. Dr. Taylor's insights into neuroplasticity, whole brain living, and the anatomy of choice are not only revolutionary but offer a profound message of hope and resilience. **Guest Bio:** Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a renowned neuroscientist and the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir "My Stroke of Insight," which documents her experience and recovery from a severe brain hemorrhage. Her TED talk became the first viral video on the internet related to neuroscience, garnering over 29 million views. Dr. Taylor was named one of Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People in the World and continues to inspire through her latest book, "Whole Brain Living." **Episode Highlights:** 1. **Dr. Taylor's Personal Journey:** Learn about Dr. Jill's life-altering experience in 1996, her eight-year recovery, and the insights gained about the human brain's resilience and capacity for healing. 2. **The Concept of Whole Brain Living:** Dr. Taylor introduces the revolutionary idea of whole brain living, explaining the four characters that drive our lives and how understanding them can lead to a more balanced, satisfying existence. 3. **Neuroplasticity and Recovery:** Discover the role of neuroplasticity in recovery from neurological trauma and how we can harness the power of our brains to overcome challenges. 4. **Practical Applications for Physicians and Healthcare Providers:** Dr. Taylor discusses the implications of her work for healthcare providers, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence in medical practice. 5. **Future Directions and How to Get Involved:** Learn about the ongoing projects and research related to whole brain living, including how to integrate these concepts into education and professional development. **Key Quotes from Dr. Taylor:** - "The beauty of our human brain is that we have the power to choose who and how we want to be in the world."- "Whole brain living offers a pathway to not only recover from trauma but to thrive by understanding and embracing the complexity of our minds."- "Hope and understanding are the first steps toward healing." **Resources Mentioned:** - [My Stroke of Insight](#) by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor- [Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life](#) by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor **Closing Thoughts:** Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's journey is a testament to the human spirit's resilience and the brain's incredible ability to heal and adapt. Her message of hope, empowerment, and the importance of understanding our mental landscape resonates deeply, offering valuable insights for anyone interested in personal growth, neuroscience, and the art of living well. Resources: **Connect with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor:** https://www.drjilltaylor.com Whole Brain Living link TED talk link drjill@drjilltaylor.com Finally, we at The Whole Physician have a couple of wild notions. Practicing medicine shouldn't be miserable, and true self-care is creating a life you don't have to escape. If that sounds good, join us for our FREE Feb 15, 2024 class on how to work in the dumpster fire of medicine without getting burned. It's called "What's the ICD-10 Code for Injury Sustained in a Dumpster Fire?" Register here. To receive our free Weekly Well Check including encouragement and tips for a better life in medicine, click here.

While we might lean more towards left or right brain thinking, we use them both. In fact, it is important we do. And we can. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Ted Witzig Jr., Brian Sutter, Kaleb Beyer and Kathy Knochel help us understand how important it is that we connect with people with both halves of our brain.

Two halves make a whole. This is true for everything. But it is uniquely true for our brains. Each half, the left and the right, bring a wholeness that without either one, we are much less than half. In this episode of Breaking Bread, Ted Witzig Jr., Brian Sutter, Kaleb Beyer and Kathy Knochel help us better understand the vast wonder of our created brains and give us a vision for healthy functioning that uses whole brain living.  Show notes:  The left brain (hemisphere) is understood to be the seat of rational logic. It excels in language, math and science.  The right brain (hemisphere) is understood to be the seat of emotional perception. It excels in music, art and fantasy.  It is common that people tend toward one side over the other. That is, they view the world, engage in relationships and respond to their environments by leading with one side of the brain over the other.  Whole brain living is seeking to understand the value that each brain hemisphere brings.  It is possible to grow in our ability to use whole brain thinking. In fact, whole brain living will aid connection in our relationships, understanding of other people, processing our environments and the worship of God. 

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book about strokes on Amazon.In 2008 she gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 26 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Jill was chosen as one of Time magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's “Soul Series” webcast.In her newest book, Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life, Dr. Jill debunks the myths that we use only 10% of our brain as well as the idea that our right brain hemisphere is our emotional brain, while our left brain houses our rational thinking.In this episode we discuss: 03:27 Dr Jill Bolte Taylor's "Stroke of Insight"14:11 LIFE-CHANGING lessons in living well after nearly dying18:52 What happens when ego is removed?!26:21 The 4 parts of your brain you need to know about29:04 What you need to know about the brain to feel more inner peace 39:28 The 90-second rule to feeling better!43:54 A new practice for managing conflict in the holiday season50:55 Practical Takeaway: Try A B.R.A.I.N Huddle 54:57 If you want more joy you must stop doing this!If you've been a long standing listener of the show and would like to express your gratitude and support the continuation of high-quality weekly content, please pledge your support on Patreon. Lastly, come and say hello on socials! I love hearing from you. InstagramTikTokYouTubeWebsiteConnect with Jill Bolte Taylor here: TED TalkInstagram WebsiteMusic by: Flood (Instrumental) by RYYZN https://soundcloud.com/ryyznCreative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0

The concept of the word “mother” has been a life-long journey of exploration for  Dr. Gertrude Lyons.  She is the Founder of Rewrite the Mother Code, where she encourages and inspires women to explore what mothering and motherhood can be to them. Dr. Lyons, challenges the statement that you have to have kids in your life to be a mother, and believes instead that maternal power lives in us all. She will discuss that profound statement today, along with some of her revelations when she was starting her family and more recently when she was preparing to be the mother of the bride. This episode is for every girl and woman who wants to explore the many forms of mothering and being a “mother.”   IN THIS EPISODE:   [3:42] Dr. Lyons shares details about her family and being the mother of the bride [8:45] Dr. Lyons discussed the feelings she processed anticipating her daughter's wedding, taking her back to the birth of her daughter [12:03] She accepts that even without children, she and her husband constitute a family. [15:48] Dr. Lyons thinks deeply about the patriarchal role of a wedding, being a woman, and what a family [18:57] Dr. Lyons discusses mothering in the many ways it is possible [25:59] Dr. Lyons discusses the word mother in different forms: motherhood and mothering [31:12] Dr. Lyons talks about coaching and how she supports women [36:01] She outlines how she coaches new mothers [39:27] Dr. Lyons discusses men in a mothering role   KEY TAKEAWAYS:   Mothering is a nurturing quality that can apply to children, but also a project or to other people or other people's children. Family can be defined in many ways. A married couple without children is a family.  A woman doesn't lose her identity of who she is when she becomes a mother.   RESOURCE LINKS: Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Dr. Gertrude Lyons - Website Dr. Gertrude Lyons - Instagram   BIOGRAPHY:  Dr. Gertrude Lyons is a leading coach and educator in women's leadership development, parenting, and relationship satisfaction. As the founder of Rewrite the Mother Code, LLC, she inspires women to choose their own personal transformations and has spent the last 21 years empowering individuals, couples, parents, and families to realize meaningful, successful lives. Dr. Lyons is a PCC-certified coach through the International Coaching Federation and a Whole Brain Living certified coach through Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. She also holds a Level 3 Breathwork Certification through the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance. Dr. Lyons received her B.B.A. in Finance and Accounting from St. Mary's College, Notre Dame, her M.A. in Psychology from Antioch University McGregor School and her Ed. D. and M.A. in Transformational Leadership and Coaching at the Wright Graduate University.  These certifications and training empower Dr. Lyons to provide an integrative approach focused on the individual, couple or family needs. She firmly believes that we are all mothers. Together, we can support one another to be the best versions of ourselves through this creative energy we share.

Are you ready to unlock the power of your mind and live a more intentional life? Join me and special guest Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor as we explore the anatomy of choice and the four characters that drive our lives. Discover how you can tap into your rational thinking, emotions, goals, and compassion to create a harmonious and fulfilling life. Dr. Taylor is the author of the Whole Brain Living. Want to learn the 12 philosophies that the most successful people use to create a limitless life? Pre-order John R. Miles's new book, Passion Struck, releasing on February 6, 2024. Full show notes and resources can be found here:  https://passionstruck.com/dr-jill-bolte-taylor-whole-brain-living/  Embrace Intentional Living: Unlocking the Secrets of Whole Brain Living with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor Join me and Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor in an eye-opening conversation about the power of choice and the four characters that shape our lives. Let Dr. Taylor guide you through the concept of whole-brain living, where rational thinking, emotions, goals, and compassion all come together. This discussion is perfect for individuals seeking personal growth and mindful living. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make intentional choices for a fulfilling life. Brought to you by Netsuite by Oracle. Download NetSuite's popular KPI Checklist, designed to give you consistently excellent performance at https://www.netsuite.com/passionstruck. Brought to you by Indeed: Claim your SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR CREDIT now at Indeed dot com slash PASSIONSTRUCK. Brought to you by Lifeforce: Join me and thousands of others who have transformed their lives through Lifeforce's proactive and personalized approach to healthcare. Visit MyLifeforce.com today to start your membership and receive an exclusive $200 off. Brought to you by Hello Fresh. Use code passion 50 to get 50% off plus free shipping!  --► For information about advertisers and promo codes, go to: https://passionstruck.com/deals/  Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps! Consider including your Twitter or Instagram handle so we can thank you personally! --► Prefer to watch this interview: https://youtu.be/CoMSpgvjf-c  --► Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel Here: https://youtu.be/QYehiUuX7zs  Want to find your purpose in life? I provide my six simple steps to achieving it - passionstruck.com/5-simple-steps-to-find-your-passion-in-life/ Catch my interview with Dr. Caroline Leaf on Parenting or a Healthy and Confident Mind. Watch the solo episode I did on the topic of Chronic Loneliness: https://youtu.be/aFDRk0kcM40  Want to hear my best interviews from 2023? Check out my interview with Seth Godin on the Song of Significance and my interview with Gretchen Rubin on Life in Five Senses. ===== FOLLOW ON THE SOCIALS ===== * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passion_struck_podcast * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnrmiles.c0m  Learn more about John: https://johnrmiles.com/  Passion Struck is now on the AMFM247 broadcasting network every Monday and Friday from 5–6 PM. Step 1: Go to TuneIn, Apple Music (or any other app, mobile or computer) Step 2: Search for “AMFM247” Network

One common misconception about how our brains work is that the right side is associated with emotions, while the left side controls rational thinking. In reality, the left and right hemispheres of our brains each have their own thinking and feeling systems, creating four specific parts of the brain that have different functions and personalities. By embracing whole brain living – or getting to know and accept the different parts of our brains and how they work together – we can enjoy the gifts of all of them and empower ourselves to make better choices on a moment-by-moment basis.  As the author of “Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life,” Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroanatomist who is now affiliated with the Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Neurology. She is also the author of the New York Times bestseller, “My Stroke of Insight,” which documents her personal experience with a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain that caused her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Dr. Taylor is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, and corporations about the beauty of our human brain, and how we can work with ourselves to live a more peaceful life. In Episode 158 of The MINDSet Game® podcast, Dr. Taylor discusses the following:  An overview of the anatomy of the brain, including the reptilian and mammalian parts, as well as the right hemisphere (which is focused on the present moment) and the left hemisphere (which is able to consider the past and future) The different traits of the four “characters” in our brains: character one, or left thinking, which favors order and control; character two, or left emotion, which can bring the pain of past experiences into the present; character three, or right emotion, where the boundaries we create for ourselves begin to dissolve, allowing us to access greater joy and creativity; and character four, or right thinking, which experiences simple awareness and awe of our own existence A practice known as a “brain huddle” that can help you bring all four parts of your brain into balance To learn more about Dr. Taylor and her work, visit https://www.drjilltaylor.com.  To subscribe to The MINDset Game, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.  

Meet Julie Reisler Julie Reisler, recently voted “Top 10 most influential Life Coaches to follow in 2023', is the host of the You-est You™ podcast, which is now in over 175 countries. Julie is a board-certified master life coach with over ten years of coaching experience and a master's degree in health & wellness coaching from the Maryland University of Integrative Health. Julie is the founder of the Life Designer® Coach Academy, a spiritual life coach certification, and a professor at Georgetown University. She is the author of Get a PhD in YOU, an Amazon top-pick, and has been featured in Forbes magazine, MindBodyGreen, Bustle, The Chopra Center, and Thrive Global. Julie is also a prominent teacher, course creator, and guide on the popular app, Insight Timer.   Your Thoughts Feed The Quantum Field Whether or not you might realize it, everything about you is made of energy, including your thoughts. Your thoughts, whether kind, heart-centered, resentful, mean, or lacking hope, will feed your mind and body and the larger field of energy around you. Our thoughts contribute to greater collective consciousness. I like to think about it like the old cartoons where you'd see thought bubbles above the character's head. Imagine if you combined all the thought bubbles around our heads into one giant thought bubble. That's what the collective consciousness is — one massive thought bubble of energy and emotion generated by you and me. This means that what you're thinking and saying to yourself matters not only for your mind, body, and emotional well-being but also for the collective. Pretty powerful, right?!   How To Stop Your Negative Thoughts We all experience in the ballpark of 70,000 thoughts a day. Many of these thoughts are negative, throw-away thoughts that don't add value or support to your self-esteem. The problem is that over time it's easy to start believing your negative thoughts, which leads to a cascade of negative consequences affecting your well-being and life. There is a way out, and it starts with greater awareness.    The simple way to know when you've treaded in dangerous negative thought territory is by how you feel. If a thought has you feeling overwhelmed, angry, resentful, envious, or lacking energy, you know that you're in the neighborhood of unhelpful thoughts. If thought is life-giving and for your highest good, you'll feel greater vitality, energy, and positivity.  Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor talked about this in past interviews in our conversation about her brilliant book, Whole Brain Living. She reminds us that we are emotional beings first, who then think.    This means that your emotions are excellent indications of the kinds of thoughts you are having. The good news is that once you learn how to become an observer and get out of judgment, you can develop the ability to change your thoughts quickly.   This transformative episode taught us the importance of overcoming self-criticism for mental well-being and personal growth. By embracing our imperfections, cultivating self-compassion, and building a solid support system, we can break free from the chains of self-criticism and embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-acceptance. Becoming your ‘You-est You' is a lifelong journey worth pursuing.    Thank you for tuning in to this episode of the You-est You podcast. If you enjoyed the show, please leave us a review and share it with your friends. For more empowering content and to stay connected, visit our website and follow us on social media. 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In this episode: THE IDEALISTS. speaks with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, New York Times Bestselling author and Harvard trained neuroanatomist. Jill's TED talk on the brain has received over 29 million views, and in 2008 Time Magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world.What we learned: Jill shows us how to get acquainted with the four characters in our brain so we can observe how they show up in our daily lives. By observing, and then balancing the whole brain, we gain a radical new road map to deep inner peace.Join the conversation about THE IDEALISTS. and break*through. At our website: https://www.theidealistspodcast.co/On Instagram: @theidealistspodcast_On Twitter: @theidealistspodHelp us grow! Leave a review of the show on Apple or SpotifyOrder a copy of the*journal

 In 1996, Jill Bolte Taylor was a brain researcher at Harvard when she had a stroke. The bleed was on the left side of her brain.  With the critical left brain circuitry off line, she no longer possessed the ability to communicate, she had no memories of her past, no executive functionality and she existed in a blissful state where she recognized no boundaries between herself and the universe. It would take her eight years to regain full brain functionality. She wrote to describe the experience, did a Ted Talk, and then to share the remarkable insights she gained on how our brains function. This podcast is positively life changing. Check out my recent Side Trip (an ultra short podcast under 5 minutes) where I share my experience with Whole Brain Living. And come listen to a podcast that could radically change how you experience your world.   Coming Soon! The Book. Bump In The Road, Stories of Courage, Hope and Resilience, an inspiring anthology of overcoming life's bumps. Because everyone needs a bit of inspiration.   Learn more at Follow Bump on:  

In this episode, we sit down with the profound and pioneering Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a neuroanatomist, speaker, and bestselling author of My Stroke of Insight.   Inspired by her brother's lifelong battle with psychosis brought on by schizophrenia, Dr. Jill dedicated her career to researching how our brain determines our perception of reality.  In the midst of her career, at 37, Dr. Jill experienced a severe stroke in the left hemisphere of her brain that left her unable to read, write, walk, or talk. Over the next eight years, Dr. Jill navigated her road to recovery, which led her to the Miracle Zone.  Her insight into the importance of the present moment is just one of her discoveries that impacted her recovery.  She has since inspired millions of people with everything she has learned.    Dr. Jill shares her truly miraculous story as well as discoveries on the four parts of our brain and their role in living a miraculous life.  She shares how to do a "Brain Huddle" that allows us to live in the moment. and her powerful 90-second rule plus a whole lot more! “That's the beauty of life. I can be open to what is–instead of holding on to how I want it to be, how it used to be, or how I need it to be. When we bring ourselves into the present and have a sense of gratitude for what is, that is the miracle zone.”- Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor.   What we talked about:  Dr. Jill's story and source of inspiration (3:25)  Dr. Jill's perspective on living in the Miracle Zone (7:22)  Whole brain living and learning (9:54)  The relationship between the four characters of the brain (14:25)  How to call a Brain Huddle (17:14)  The neuroscience behind spiritual bypassing (20:21)  The 90-second rule (22:48)   How Dr. Jill is living her most miraculous life now (26:20)    Favorite quotes from the episode:  “As human beings, it is the evolution of humanity, to have all four characters in conversation with one another. “ - Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. “We have to go into the pain, but the pain is there to be a lesson, not a lifestyle. “ - Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. “If I'm negotiating between these four characters, and they all get a voice, then everybody gets held, they get heard, they get loved, they get supported, and I get to live in the miracle zone.” - Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. "We can change the amplitude; we can change the frequency. But as soon as I bring my mind to my breath, I'm in the present moment, observing my breath." - Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor.    Connect with Dr. Jill:  Website  Youtube Channel Facebook Instagram   Connect with Us:   Website Instagram Find Your Miracle Superpower https://www.facebook.com/groups/livinginthemiraclezone/ 

Welcome to this Side Trips. Side Trips are super short stories about the off road excursions we take that often lead to interesting life experiences. This Side Trip is about my amazing conversation with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor which will be published shortly. I share a personal experience I had with Jill's methodology outlined in her new book, .  In 1996, Jill was a brain researcher at Harvard when she had a stroke. The bleed was on the left side of her brain.  With the critical left brain circuitry off line, she no longer possessed the ability to communicate, she had no memories of her past, no executive functionality and she existed in a blissful state where she recognized no boundaries between herself and the universe. It would take her eight years to regain full brain functionality. She wrote to describe the experience, did a , and then Whole Brain Living to share the wisdom she learned about how our brains function.   Coming Soon! The Book. Bump In The Road, Stories of Courage, Perseverance and Resilience, an inspiring anthology of overcoming life's bumps. Because everyone needs a bit of inspiration. Learn more at  Follow Bump on:  

It is an all too human tendency to react to stressful situations in counterproductive ways, to attack out of intense emotion without a clear purpose, to accommodate long after it's healthy to do so, or to avoid addressing situations that are destructive.  While these are rarely wise strategies, they are disastrous strategies prior to, in the midst of, and post divorce.      During this episode and the following two Team Talks, Karen McMahon and Lisa Brick discuss an alternative approach to attacking, accommodating, and avoiding, help you to understand what part of your brain gets hijacked when you do, and how to be proactive, forward looking, and purposeful. When you use all of your brain, not just the hijacked parts, to handle the challenges that arise around divorce you begin to master your situation.   These three Team Talks are based on the research and findings of neuroanatomist Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor in her 2021 book, Whole Brain Living: the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Lives.   Contact Lisa Brick: Email: lisa@journeybeyonddivorce.com Calendar: https://calendly.com/lisa-brick-jbd   Contact Journey Beyond Divorce Request a Free Rapid Relief Call at http://rapidreliefcall.com/ For more information on Journey Beyond Divorce visit:  www.jbddivorcesupport.com

Are you curious about the inner workings of your brain and how it affects your daily life?In this episode, we have a very special guest, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist and renowned author, who shares her personal journey of stroke recovery and how it became a catalyst for her extraordinary insights into the inner workings of the brain.She explains the difference between our right and left hemispheres and how there are four parts that lead to four characters living within us and emphasizes the importance of recognizing and differentiating these parts of ourselves to make choices in how we want to be and show up in the world.We also talk about :The importance of nurturing all four characters in our newborns and in our young peopleShe breaks down myths about the brainWhy the emotional part of the brain is so crucial for learning and growing and our own survival.She explains the 90s ruleThe usefulness of breath work to connect with the present moment.The impact of these 4 characters in relationships and a simple tool to handle conflictsWe talk about how to deal with anger and rage.The importance of creating healthy boundaries and how to do it.Taking responsibility for your choices and the energy you bring into any situation and being able to apologizeWhat to do when you feel discouraged or you are on the path of mastering something.In addition, Dr. Taylor shares her insights on using art as a tool to pull oneself out of negative emotions.Listen to the full episode to gain a deeper understanding of your own brain and how to live a more fulfilling life. Learn how to bring all four characters of the brain into a conversation, and how to recognize and differentiate them in order to make choices in how you want to be. Become more well-rounded, and exercise your own personal freedom. Join me as we explore the concept of whole brain living with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor.Thank you so much for sharing your LOVE for the Podcast by sharing it with Friends, Subscribing, Rating & Leaving a Review.With Love  - CristinaTo support the podcast:Patreon: Patreon.com/ChangeMakerTo contact Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor:      Web: www.DrJillTaylor.com      Instagram: @ drjillboltetaylor      Facebook: @DrJillBolteTaylorYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHfUhV_xjrJLPiLZSlTRNvgTo buy her books:https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jill-Bolte-Taylor/author/B001J8ZIJKTo contact Cristina Pujol:      LinkedIn: @cpujoljensen      Web: TuyTuMente.com      Instagram: @CristinaPujol7 @changemakersmind      Instagram  of "Tú y Tu Mente": @tu_ytumente      Facebook: @tuytumenteMusic: Gonzalo Grau - Frutero ModernoEl Frutero Moderno en Spotify

We tend to think of emotions as things that “just happen,” and there's a lot of truth in that. But it's also true that we have far more agency to cultivate and develop our emotional life in specific and stunning ways, changing the experience and direction of our lives. We don't have to become stuck in emotions or live devoid of emotion. In this episode, we follow the work of Dr. Candace Pert and explore the physiology of emotions: that emotions are based in chemical realities grounded in “molecules of emotion”—neurotransmitters and neuropeptides. That this physicality is actually the basis of our spirituality. And that we have power to experience emotion in stunning ways which can ultimately help us change the world around us.

In Episode 137: Whole Brain Living - ADHD Game Changer?, we announced some exciting new things. Here's what's happening with those. If you haven't yet done it, we highly recommend getting your hands on (or ears on, if you enjoy audiobooks!) Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life by Jill Bolte Taylor, Ph.D. Click here to buy the book on Amazon:https://amzn.to/3IGDoA9. Also be sure to subbscribe to the new Kick Some ADHD YouTube channel here!https://www.youtube.com/@KickSomeADHD?sub_confirmation=1 We look forward to bringing you more news about this as soon as possible. Thanks for listening!

What if science had given us a discovery that could change the way you deal with your ADHD brain? And what if that discovery could help you balance out your emotions and behavior, and even improve your performance and productivity? Don't worry... there aren't any miracle pills here, but we've learned something we're really excited to share with you!

The better you understand your brain – and the more effectively you can work with it – the happier and healthier you will be. This is the central contention of today's extraordinary guest, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor and she makes this assertion based on two levels of deep expertise. First, Dr. Taylor is a Harvard-trained neuroanatomist. Second, back in the ‘90s, she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write or recall any of her life. She later recovered, but that experience, which you will hear her describe in riveting detail, gave her incredible insight into how the brain works. She wrote a massive best-selling book called, My Stroke of Insight, which she has now followed up with a book called, Whole Brain Living, where she lays out exactly how to understand your brain and how to work with it.In this episode we talk about:Dr. Taylor's personal story and how her life has changed post-strokeThe marvels of the human brainThe differences between the brain's two hemispheres How our society is skewed towards the left hemisphere and how living too much in the left hemisphere can burn us outThe brain's “four characters” and how to work with these characters through a practice she calls “The Brain Huddle” The differences and similarities between “The Brain Huddle” and another practice we've talked about before on this show called, “RAIN”And she describes a tool for understanding your emotions called, “The 90-Second Rule”Full Shownotes: https://www.tenpercent.com/podcast-episode/jill-bolte-taylor-552See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This episode follows the work of neuroscientist Jill Bolte Taylor, who experienced a stroke and had her left brain (including verbal processing) go off-line in an instant. Her story leads us into an understanding of the four "characters" in our brains (two in the left hemisphere and two in the right), which are the sources of our self-focus, our fear, our drive towards connection, and our ability to experience awe, wonder, and mysticism. What is revealed is a staggering reality: we have the power to choose which brain circuitry to run and which brain characters to empower on a daily basis. In this episode we dive into the what of Bolte Taylor's research and, more important, how we can implement life-changing practices that change our thinking and our lives.

Integrating psychology, neurobiology and spiritual awakening - this episode will inspire you as it has the 26 million viewers of the TED Talk, Stroke of Insight. Using neuroanatomy and her deep insights from a serious stroke, Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor and Sue Marriott discuss the 4 interpersonal skill subsets in the brain. Also find out more about Whole Brain Living and the various ways it can be applied across the multiple settings by getting in touch with Bolte-Taylor. This a a must-not-miss replay from 2022, find more at www.therapistuncensored.com/195, www.therapistuncensored.com/join to get an ad-free feed and join the online community.

Integrating psychology, neurobiology and spiritual awakening - this episode will inspire you as it has the 26 million viewers of the TED Talk, Stroke of Insight. Using neuroanatomy and her deep insights from a serious stroke, Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor and Sue Marriott discuss the 4 interpersonal skill subsets in the brain. Also find out more about Whole Brain Living and the various ways it can be applied across the multiple settings by getting in touch with Bolte-Taylor. This a a must-not-miss replay from 2022, find more at www.therapistuncensored.com/195, www.therapistuncensored.com/join to get an ad-free feed and join the online community.

Integrating psychology, neurobiology and spiritual awakening - this episode will inspire you as it has the 26 million viewers of the TED Talk, Stroke of Insight. Using neuroanatomy and her deep insights from a serious stroke, Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor and Sue Marriott discuss the 4 interpersonal skill subsets in the brain. Also find out more about Whole Brain Living and the various ways it can be applied across the multiple settings by getting in touch with Bolte-Taylor. This a a must-not-miss replay from 2022, find more at www.therapistuncensored.com/195, www.therapistuncensored.com/join to get an ad-free feed and join the online community. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is an author, speaker, and Harvard-trained neuroanatomist. You may remember her from her Ted Talk (viewed by over 27 mm people) and her NY Times best-selling book, My Stroke of Insight, A Brain Scientists Journey. In this book, she chronicles the experience of her rare stroke at the age of 37. She lost her ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her past. It took eight years for her to rebuild her brain — to recover all physical, emotional, and thinking abilities. Her second book is called Whole Brain Living, The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life. In this book, she blends neuroanatomy with psychology to illustrate how we can short-circuit emotional reactivity to lead a more fulfilling and peaceful life. Most of us have been led to believe that our right brain houses our emotions and the left brain our rational thinking. Jill shares that it's not that simple. Each of our hemispheres has both an emotional and a thinking brain. In this book, she presents these four distinct modules of cells in the brain as four characters that make up who we are. She presents a whole new language that we can use to understand our behaviors, feelings, and emotions. In this discussion, she introduces us to the 4 characters and offers ways we can find more peace in our daily lives and create healthier relationships. The more we become familiar with each of the characters in ourselves and others, the more power we gain over our thoughts, feelings, relationships, and our lives. Indeed, she says, we discover that we really do have the power to choose who and how we want to be in every moment.

In the second Slo Mo Rewind, I revisit my life changing chat with one of my heroes, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. She is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book about strokes on Amazon.In 2008 she gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 26 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Jill was chosen as one of Time magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's “Soul Series” webcast.In her newest book, Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life, Dr. Jill debunks the myths that we use only 10% of our brain as well as the idea that our right brain hemisphere is our emotional brain, while our left brain houses our rational thinking.Listen as we discuss:What is 'Whole Brain Living'?What she's learned since her hit TED talk.The four characters of the brain:Character 1: Left thinking tissue is the rational brain that defines the boundaries of ourselves as individuals, has language, and seeks material gain.Character 2: Left emotional tissue that sounds the alarm to protect us against the unfamiliar.Character 3: Right emotional tissue that lives to only experience in the present moment without comparison or time. No conflict can be solved by two Character 2's, and the present moment is perfect.Character 4: Right thinking tissue that embodies the thinking consciousness of the universe, knows no boundaries, and exists only to love, be grateful, and experience blissful euphoria. Purely in awe and blissful euphoria.Is love a thought or an emotion?Our first job as human beings is to love one another. Period.The left brain should not be the boss.The B.R.A.I.N. HuddleHow Jill gave her TED talk because she wanted us to love and revere each other, not her.Character 4 is who we are. The others are so noisy.Her new book, Whole Brain Living, is her roadmap to accomplish her life's work - the reason why she recovered from her stroke.Psychedelics can induce similar states that bring us to Character 4.Character 2 is the one that needs to go into rehab in order to break addictions.Is there a masculine and feminine divide, or is just a cultural construct?Life knows that the present moment is fabulous.Connect with Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor and her book, Whole Brain Living, here.YouTube: @mogawdatofficialInstagram: @mo_gawdatFacebook: @mo.gawdat.officialTwitter: @mgawdatLinkedIn: /in/mogawdatWebsite: mogawdat.comDon't forget to subscribe to Slo Mo for new episodes every Saturday. Only with your help can we reach One Billion Happy #onebillionhappy

Have you ever wondered where all your thoughts and memories are stored in your brain? In this episode of The Align Podcast, we talk all about the anatomy of the brain, our minds and how they affect our relationships with others and the world around us. Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor also shares her experience with suffering a stroke and how she managed to regain control of her brain. We speak about the dangers of psychedelics, what we can learn from a schizophrenic brain and how the four different character types of the brain ultimately affect our personalities. Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained and published neuroscientist. In 1996 she experienced a severe haemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write, or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery, spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list and is still routinely the #1 book in the category Stroke in the Amazon marketplace. Dr. Jill is a dynamic teacher and public speaker who loves educating all age groups, academic levels, as well as corporations and not-for-profit organizations about the beauty of our human brain. She focuses on how we can activate the power of our neuroplasticity to not only recover from neurological trauma, but how we can purposely choose to live a more vibrant, resilient, and satisfying life. In 2008 Dr. Jill gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 28.5 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Jill was chosen as one of Time magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey's “Soul Series” webcast. Her new book, Whole Brain Living – the Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life is a #1 release on Amazon in categories ranging from Neuroscience to Nervous System Diseases and Stroke. Thank you to our sponsors: HVMN: Use code ALIGN-20 for 20% off your purchase at: https://hvmn.me/align biOptimizers: Use code ALIGN10 for 10% off your order at: masszymes.com/align Ice Barrel: Use code ALIGN for $125 off your order at: icebarrel.com/ALIGN LifeForce: Use code ALIGN for 15% off your order at: mylifeforce.com

If you're looking for a shot of energy, take a listen to this electric podcast episode with Jill Bolte Taylor, neuroscientist and author of My Stroke of Insight and Whole Brain Living. Jill was also a beloved featured guest on Debra's very first Astrological Immersion. We hope you'll join us for our next Immersion in late January 2023: http://appliedastrology.me/ In the meantime, enjoy this episode and let it energize you- it's better than espresso!    Jill's background in neuroscience was her gateway to spirituality, she reveals, after she had a stroke and spent some time living in her right brain. According to Jill, the “old her” died after the stroke and she was reborn into the person she is now. Thus, Jill has two Astrology charts, her original birth chart, where she has Sun in Taurus, and her rebirth chart which boasts a Sun in Sagittarius! What a difference! Tune in to hear Debra and Jill explore the dynamics of both charts in this episode which is such a unique perspective.    Jill explains her major life moments as “tsunamis” and how these profound experiences allowed her frequency to become “regulated for love.” After Jill's first-to-go-viral TED Talk in 2008, she became an international speaking sensation and proceeded to work on her next book about “whole brain living.” Whole brain living defines the four parts of our brain that act as the control center, and demonstrates how to balance them for maximum happiness. Character 1 goes to work, Character 2 keeps us safe, Character 3 likes to play and have fun, Character 4 connects us with greater purpose. Keep these characters in mind while you listen to this episode.   Turning on the Observer, as Debra teaches, allows one to be able to pull back and see their four characters; to choose who to be and how to respond. As Jill says throughout the episode, we have the power to choose who and how we want to be in each moment. Astrology and the four elements beautifully mirror the whole brain and the four characters.    This is a story that couldn't possibly fit in the allotted time, but Debra and Jill pack a punch of wisdom into this episode. It's a don't miss for anyone seeking confirmation of their varied, unique selves or those looking for a funny, profoundly inspirational listening experience that has a message of universal love!   Key Highlights From The Episode What we are all here to do in this lifetime and how it's our super power How we are hardwired for fear and attraction to each other Understanding whole brain living and our four characters The power of water, osmosis, and how science and spirituality are entwined  Our ultimate purpose in life Timestamps [1:10] Intro of Jill Bolte Taylor [1:25] An energetic explosion of the brain [1:38] What it's like to have Moon in Aries [2:06] Jill tells her backstory, from her stroke until now  [2:40] Debra gives the Astrological version of Jill's bio [2:54] An alternate point of view that scientists would have never considered before Jill's books came out  [3:48] Whole brain living describes the four personalities or characters in your Brain  [4:11] Jill explains the four characters/personalities or selves in our brains [5:45] Debra discusses Jill's charts - her birth chart vs. her rebirth chart post-stroke [7:55] What would your alternate ego be if you weren't a neuroscientist?  [10:10] Our #1 job in life is to love one another, period. [11:01] The brain is programmed with divine influence but with a design flaw that limits us [12:09] The amygdala controls our decisions with fear and curiosity, one part attracts while the other repels  [13:13] Consciously choosing to find the connection with someone before determining the differences [13:45] We have the power to choose, moment by moment, who and how we want to be in the world [14:29] What was going on before Jill's stroke [16:10] The rebirth of Jill [17:15] The chart of what happened the day of Jill's stroke [18:27] Putting science and spirituality in the same brain [18:45] Whole brain living was the reason Jill survived [20:00] In every relationship, we have eight characters (four for you, four for the other)  [20:58] Debra parallels the Observer to the four selves [23:40] Unhappiness is a character on a loop [24:50] Debra asks her students to vote on if Jill feels more like her original birth chart or her rebirth chart [25:31] How Jill's personality and motivations have changed since the stroke [26:30] Water is sanity and Jill's life on a riverboat [27:56] Who Jill would sit with living or dead that she'd want to have a conversation with [28:58] Debra's favorite story in Jill's book, My Stroke of Insight [30:52] Musings of Venus in Gemini  [32:04] Eternal optimism, people are realizing they have so much power over their own fears [32:43] It is our hero's journey to love one another and to be that goodness in the world [33:10] How we as humans are missing meaning [34:24] How can we help people shut down the mean part of the amygdala to turn on the love [37:35] Deb does a prayer of gratitude with Jill, inspired to help us use our whole brains [39:27] The world of Astrology through a scientific perspective [41:48] We all have the super power of love

Meet Dr. Margaret Paul   Dr. Margaret Paul is a bestselling author of 12 published books, relationship expert, and co-creator of the powerful Inner Bonding® self-healing process. She has appeared on numerous radio and television shows, including Oprah. Margaret is a member of the Transformational Leadership Council. Dr. Paul has been recognized as a luminary and leader in the field of psychology and personal growth by Jack Canfield, Alanis Morissette, Neale Donald Walsch, and John Gray, to name a few.    First off, I firmly believe that there is a crisis of self-abandonment and a lack of self-love and self-kindness. We dove deep into how to change this disturbing habit and belief system that can wreak havoc on your immune system and body. I know from my own experience that my own past health issues with my thyroid and immune system had everything to do with not knowing how to honor my feelings or take care of myself. I have no doubt that so many illnesses and physical ailments are due to a lack of self-care, self-love, self-kindness, and ultimately self-abandonment. You will learn in this conversation the powerful process of Inner Bonding, one that Dr. Margaret has used with thousands of patients (including herself), and how to use this healing process with yourself. I highly recommend you get her book, The Inner Bonding Workbook, and make your own Inner Bonding work a real priority. If you need any proof, watch Dr. Margaret on my YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/juliereisler) and you will see the pure joy and love emanating out of her and how kind the years have been through this work (seriously, you won't believe that she is 83).     What Does Self-Abandonment Really Mean Self-abandonment is when you are taking care of everyone else but yourself. Most of us are trained to abandon ourselves because our culture, family of origin, religion, or surroundings teach us that it is selfish to care for ourselves first. You can't do this without experiencing physical symptoms. Self-care is actually the opposite of selfishness because it's about taking responsibility for yourself and your well-being. You then take yourself out of the victim mode. Blaming others for your well-being and issues is actually selfish. Taking care of yourself relieves the burden of others taking care of you. Get the difference? This is a powerful distinction. The Inner Bonding process is all about moving out of our head focus into a body focus so we can learn to truly love ourselves, and receive guidance from our Higher Self for the rest of our life.     The 6-Step Process to Inner Bonding:   Be willing to be present with your feelings, including those of loneliness, pain, sadness, and despair. You'll go back to being present and take responsibility for your feelings so that you can get out of your head and into your body and heart. Breathe into your heart and be open to learning about how to love yourself. In this step, you will start to gain access to your higher self, when your frequency is high enough. Keep your body clean with healthy, nourishing, clean organic foods. Keep your thoughts clear and clean as well. Eating well is loving to your body and your whole self. Because Spirit exists at such a high frequency, the more you are in alignment with this energy level, the more you can get 'at will divine guidance'. Imagine a wiser part of yourself (500 years older) full of power, truth, and wisdom, and invite that higher self part of you in. This is the 'loving adult' that lives within each of us. In doing this you'll develop new neural pathways in the brain.  Breathe back into your feelings. For example, if you felt numb and depressed, go back into those feelings and imagine these feelings as your inner child. Ask this part of you: 'How am I treating you? What am I telling you?' We caused our own self-abandonment, so this step is crucial for taking responsibility and discovering how we're abandoning ourselves. This is connecting to our younger self, our 'wounded ego self', which is also Character 2 for those who have read Whole Brain Living by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, or heard either of our two interviews. To listen to either interview, go to: https://youtu.be/gox_ZIwZdpk  or https://youtu.be/_LisJ6vFwEk. There's always a belief, usually about fear, to better understand and discover. Dialogue with your higher guidance about your false beliefs. Ask this part of yourself: 'What is loving to me? What is in my highest good right now?' Take loving action (the more you do this, the more you're programming yourself to be kind and loving to yourself in thought and action) Go back to how you are feeling --- if it's a loving action, you'll feel relief and you won't feel shame or fear.   Inner Bonding is about knowing you are never alone and that you can access your Higher Guidance at any time. Your guidance is ALWAYS there, my friend. My favorite quote from our conversation (which brought tears to my eyes) was this: "We're on the planet to evolve our ability to love". I agree with Dr. Margaret, this is the purpose of connecting to your You-est You. May you remember this goal to be more loving and expand your capacity for love, in all ways, always.    If you are ready for greater support to overcome self-doubt and stop your own internal 'not enough' voice so you can step into your genius and design your best life, connect with Julie to see if she is the right fit to coach and mentor you. Julie does coaching for entrepreneurs, leaders, and ambitious creatives. To set up a time to chat further, send an email to team@juliereisler.com.     Sacred Connection As always, this community is a sacred, safe place built on love and acceptance. It was created to help you evolve and expand into your highest self. Please share your wisdom, comments, and thoughts. I love hearing from you and learning how you are being your truest, you-est you. Please join us in our Facebook group: The You-est You® Podcast Community. Join host Julie Reisler, author and multi-time TEDx speaker, each week to learn how you can tap into your best self and become your You-est You® to achieve inner peace, happiness, and success at a deeper level! Tune in to hear powerful, inspirational stories and expert insights from entrepreneurs, industry thought leaders, and extraordinary human beings that will help to transform your life. Julie also shares a-ha moments that have shaped her life and career and discusses key concepts from her book Get a PhD in YOU Here's to your being your you-est you! Enjoying the show? For iTunes listeners, get automatic downloads and share the love by subscribing, rating & reviewing here! *Share what you are struggling with or looking to transform with Julie at team@juliereisler.com. Julie would love to start covering topics of highest interest to YOU.   You-est You Links: Subscribe to the Podcast  Learn more at JulieReisler.com Become a Sacred Member at the Sacredology® Membership Join The You-est You® Podcast Community on Facebook Subscribe to Julie's YouTube Channel Book Julie as a speaker at your upcoming event Amazon #1 Best selling book Get a PhD in YOU Download free guided-meditations from Insight Timer Julie's Hungry For More Online Program (10 Module Interactive Course) 15 Days Of Gratitude To Change Your Life on Insight Timer

In this episode of the Beauty of Conflict, Susan and CrisMarie are joined again by Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, continuing the discussion about the knowledge in her book “Whole Brain Living: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life.” Picking up from the previous conversation they shared, this time, they discuss how to apply Whole Brain Living once you've already identified the four characters in your brain. One needs to spend time looking at the characters' meaning and purpose, as all of them bring valuable contributions when making decisions, including little insecure character two. Dr. Jill speaks about bringing Whole Brain Living to businesses and how her program benefits not only their employees but also leaders. She shares some peeks at her plans with her programs as they are currently on a roll, spreading worldwide. Tune in to this episode to learn what you can do once you've learned about the four characters that drive your life! For the full transcript, show notes, and resources, visit us at https://www.thriveinc.com/post/interview-with-jill-bolte-taylor-part-2