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The Period Paradox: Why We're Still in the Dark About Sex and Menstruation Let's face it: periods and sex are still major taboos in our society. But why? Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of menstrual cycles, hormones, and sex with the incredible Dr. Sarah E. Hill, author of the groundbreaking book "The Period Brain." We're about to shed some much-needed light on the secrets our bodies have been keeping from us. Here's what you'll learn from this unapologetic conversation: • The real reason we call it a "period" (and why it's not just about bleeding) • The shocking truth about why the luteal phase has been ignored by science and medicine (and how it affects your sex life) • How menstrual cycles impact your sexual desire (it's not just about being "hormonal") • Tips for having mind-blowing sex during the luteal phase (yes, it's possible, even when you're feeling meh) • How to navigate PMS like a pro (no more excuses for bad moods or bad sex) • Advice for partners who want to be more supportive (we've got you, boo) By tuning in, you'll gain a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between periods, hormones, and sex. You'll also learn how to break free from the shame and stigma surrounding menstrual cycles and tap into your full sexual potential. So, what are you waiting for? Join the conversation and get ready to unleash your inner period power! As Dr. Hill says, "The problem isn't that women are hormonal; the problem is that we've been ignoring the second half of the menstrual cycle for far too long." It's time to change that. Dr. Sarah E. Hill is an award-winning researcher, professor, speaker, and consultant who's on a mission to uncover the hidden truths about women's sex hormones. With two paradigm-shattering books under her belt, "This is Your Brain on Birth Control" and "The Period Brain," she's the perfect guide to help you navigate the wild world of periods and sex. To learn more, visit her website at http://sarahehill.com. Tune in now and get ready to have your mind blown by the period paradox. And, as a special treat, stick around until the end for a sneak peek into Dr. Hill's latest book and find out how you can get your hands on a copy. Learn more about the Intimacy Rewired program on episode #458 or click here: https://www.intimacyrewired.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Do you love us? Do you REALLY love us? Then order ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our book⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ now! Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shamelesssex.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to snag your copy Support Shameless Sex by sending us gifts via our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Wish List⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Other links: Get 45% off our favorite (super hot) ethical porn with code FALL45 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://erikalust.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 30% off your new dream mattress with code Shameless at ⁠⁠https://brooklynbedding.com Get 10% off + free shipping with code SHAMELESS on Uberlube AKA our favorite lubricant at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://uberlube.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 10% off while learning the art of pleasure at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://OMGyes.com/shameless⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Get 15% off all of your sex toys with code SHAMELESSSEX at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://purepleasureshop.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

The devil often tempts us to believe God doesn't care about our suffering. Is God loving? Is He trustworthy?In this episode, we're looking at the significance of the incarnation of Jesus Christ. How does Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and ascension relate to spiritual warfare and the authority believers have in Christ? Through Jesus' incarnation, we see God give a profound answer to the question of suffering, illustrating how Jesus fully entered into human pain, rejection, and death. We see Him confusing and defeating demons, speaking truth, calling us to repentance, and ultimately ushering in a new era of resurrected hope and life. As we consider His victory in action, we encourage you to reflect on how the incarnation deepens our understanding of God's love.Thank you for joining us - father-daughter duo Marcus Warner and Stephanie Warner - on the trail to a deeper walk with God! 

We kicked off the program with four news stories and different guests on the stories we think you need to know about! For one of our segments this evening, we talked about a couple of old Christmas Tree Shops signs that will be auctioned off for a good cause! Veterans Eat Free! Tuscan Brands Serves over 30,000 Veterans for Veterans Day! Guest: Chris LaBella – VP of Operations for Tuscan Brands Old Christmas Tree Shops signs to be auctioned for good cause: "Own a piece of Cape Cod history"! Guest: Tara Cronin - Director of Resource Development at Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod Why Having A Fun To-Do List Is Brain-Changing Medicine! The Neuroscience of a Bucket List: Getting the Most from Your Brain and Life. Guest: Dr. Jeffrey DeSarbo - Neuro-Psychiatrist & Author Global Partners Puts Its Energy to Work Supporting Families Impacted by SNAP Benefit Reductions. Guest: Dylan Robinson - Corporate Citizenship Manager, Global PartnersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Harvard Neuroscientist DR. JILL BOLTE TAYLOR reveals How to Retrain Your Brain, Heal Trauma, Control Emotions, and Unlock the 4 Characters Running Your Mind Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard-trained brain scientist who experienced a stroke in the left hemisphere of her brain and spent 8 years recovering. She is best known for her viral TED Talk “My Stroke of Insight” and is the bestselling author of books including Whole Brain Living. She explains: ◼️What her near-death stroke taught her about consciousness, ego, and identity ◼️How to escape the brain loop keeping you stuck in stress and anxiety ◼️How technology and habits are silently shrinking your brain's potential ◼️Why overthinking physically damages your brain, and how to reverse it fast ◼️What holding a REAL human brain taught her about life and death (00:00) Intro (02:31) Understanding Your Brain Will Improve Your Life (05:23) Choose What Part of Your Brain to Use (09:23) A Real Brain with a Spinal Cord (15:54) The Central Nervous System (19:04) The Event That Changed Your Brain Forever (22:04) When I Realised It Was Life or Death (25:29) The Left Side of My Brain Was Damaged: I Couldn't Speak or Remember Anything (26:50) The Importance of Having Fun and Being Present (32:24) Reaching for Help During the Stroke (37:48) What Did the Scan Show? (43:53) Ads (44:56) Where Do These 4 Personalities Happen in the Brain? (47:59) Where Addiction Lives (49:39) What Are the 4 Personality Types? (55:12) The Odds of a Single Human Being Born (01:05:11) How to Shift Between the 4 Characters (01:10:20) Ads (01:12:24) Emotions Only Last for 90 Seconds (01:21:58) How to Heal Trauma from the Past (01:25:57) Lifestyle Choices for a Healthy Brain Follow Dr Jill: Facebook - https://bit.ly/47VX7t7 X - https://bit.ly/3LKRaGM Instagram - You can purchase Dr Jill's book ‘Whole Brain Living', here: https://amzn.to/4hMIVWT The Diary Of A CEO: ◼️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ◼️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ◼️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ◼️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ◼️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ◼️Follow Steven - Sponsors: Linkedin Ads - https://www.linkedin.com/DIARY 1Password - Find out more at https://1password.com/doac Function Health - https://functionhealth.com/DOAC with code DOAC100 for $100 towards your membership Join the waitlist for the limited edition Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/cardswaitlist.

In this episode of the Brain and Life podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters interviews Beth Pinsker, an award-winning journalist and certified financial planner, about her brand new book 'My Mother's Money: A Guide to Financial Caregiving.' They discuss the challenges of handling end-of-life financial decisions, the importance of having key documents like power of attorney, and the emotional and practical aspects of financial caregiving. Dr. Peters is then joined by Dr. Winston Chiong, the Mary Oakley Foundation Professor of Neuroethics in the UCSF Department of Neurology at the Weill Institute for Neuroscience. Dr. Chiong explains what happens in terms of the decision-making capacity of the brain for people with memory concerns, how financial decision making capability is assessed, and how we can support both people with these conditions and caregivers.   Additional Resources My Mother's Money: A Guide to Financial Caregiving How to Protect Loved Ones from Financial Scams Cognitive Decline Can Lead to Financial Struggles and Scams—Here's What to Look For   Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes on These Topics Memory and Your Brain, Explained Navigating Complicated Caregiving Journeys with Jacquelyn Revere Journalist, Producer Kitty Eisele's Honest Recount of Her Time as Caregiver We want to hear from you! Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast? ·       Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206 ·       Email us at BLpodcast@brainandlife.org   Social Media:   Guests: Beth Pinsker @bethpinsker_ny; Dr. Winston Chiong @ucsfmedicine Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD

Business Basics for Private Practices is covered in this podcast, along with the following subjects:- Business Basics You Didn't Learn in School- Time Management & Boundaries for Private Practice Professionals- How Specialization Leads to Sustainability***************************************Starting a private practice can be an exciting venture, but it's essential to grasp the fundamental business basics to ensure your success. First and foremost, you'll want to create a solid business plan that outlines your services, target market, and financial projections. Understanding the legal requirements for setting up your practice is crucial—this includes obtaining the necessary licenses and insurance. Additionally, effective marketing strategies, such as building a professional website and leveraging social media, can help attract clients. Don't overlook the importance of managing finances; implementing a reliable accounting system will keep your expenses in check and help you track revenue. By balancing your clinical expertise with sound business practices, you can create a thriving private practice that serves both you and your clients well.Anne Bartolucci, Ph.D., D.B.S.M. is a licensed psychologist and a certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist. She started her professional career as the clinical director of a sleep disorders center and founded Atlanta Insomnia & Behavioral Health Services, P.C. in 2008 in order to focus specifically on behavioral treatment for sleep disorders.Dr. Bartolucci is a sought-after speaker and conference panelist and has taught workshops and classes for several professional organizations. She is the author of two nonfiction books, most recently Better Sleep for the Overachiever (2020; AIBHS). Finally, she has a not-so-secret other life as a bestselling fiction steampunk and urban fantasy author under the pen name Cecilia Dominic. Most recently, she has combined her loves of writing, sleep, and psychology with her new venture, Psych Up Academy: Compassionate, Psychology-Based Solutions to Get Out of Your Own Way, Work with Your Brain, and Write Your Book.

In this episode, we're continuing our biblical foundations of spiritual warfare series with a look at the kingdom of darkness from both the Old and New Testament perspectives. What are the origins of this dark kingdom? We specifically cover the "John Milton" understanding and the "Michael Heiser" understanding of these origins.What does Christ's authority look like over it all? We also discuss the significance of idolatry, the nature of evil, and the role of evangelism as a form of spiritual warfare. The good news is that Jesus Christ is victorious over the darkness, and believers do not need to be afraid to engage in spiritual warfare with confidence. Thank you for joining us - father-daughter duo Marcus Warner and Stephanie Warner - on the trail to a deeper walk with God!

In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Daniel Levintin, PhD, a neuroscientist, cognitive psychologist, musician and best-selling author whose newest book, I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine, explores how music changes the brain, strengthens memory and restores joy. Dr. Levitin's research explains why that happens. He's a Founding Dean of Arts and Humanities at Minerva University in San Francisco, James McGill Professor Emeritus of Psychology and Neuroscience at McGill University in Montreal, and the author of ten acclaimed books, including This Is Your Brain on Music and The Organized Mind. Before turning to science, he spent years as a studio musician and producer, working with artists like Sting, Joni Mitchell, and Steely Dan—so he understands music from the inside out. Today, we'll explore why music is remembered when everything else fades, how it reduces pain and loneliness, and how we can use it as a form of service — to comfort others, strengthen connection, and even rediscover ourselves. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don't miss an episode! SHOW NOTES: DANIEL LEVITIN: BIO: https://www.daniellevitin.com/bio BOOKS: I Heard There Was a Secret Chord: Music as Medicine, by Daniel Levitin, PhD This is Your Brain on Music, by Dr. Daniel Levitin, PhD The Organized Mind, by Daniel Levitin, PhD WEBSITE: https://www.daniellevitin.com/

Why do you save, spend or splurge the way you do? In our newest episode of Wallet Watch podcast host Jessica Rubio sits down with Dr. Quinetta Roberson to explore the powerful connection between your mindset and your money habits.   Discover how emotions, life experiences, and beliefs can shape your financial behaviors and learn ways you can shift your mindset to create financial wellness. Tune in to “Your Brain on Money: How Mindset Shapes Financial Behaviors.  

Time for a new series! What's going on in the courtroom of Heaven, and why does it matter to Christians?In this episode, we delve into the topic of spiritual warfare, exploring its biblical foundations, starting with the concept of the divine council. We discuss the significance of the throne room of God, the legal framework surrounding spiritual warfare, and the importance of justice, accountability, and relationships in Heaven. We highlight the role of permission in spiritual warfare and why it's all important and practical for our everyday lives as Christians.Thank you for joining us - father-daughter duo Marcus Warner and Stephanie Warner - on the trail to a deeper walk with God! 

Marc Kramer, host of the award winning The Best Business Minds, interviews Margo Boster author of "Mindfully Successful: Unlock the Power of Your Brain, Body, and Breath to Elevate Your Leadership"

Broadcast from KSQD, Santa Cruz on 10-23-2025: Dr. Dawn opens with a passionate plea about E-bike safety after observing riders ignoring stop signs and wearing inadequate helmets in Santa Cruz. She explains the physics of collisions, noting that force equals mass times acceleration, and a car hitting an E-bike rider at 20 mph delivers impact equivalent to falling from a two-story building. She emphasizes that 97% of bike fatalities in New York involved helmetless riders, and brain injuries result from the brain striking the skull twice during impact - once on the impact side and again on the opposite side during deceleration. She urges drivers to honk at helmetless riders and calls for stricter helmet law enforcement. An emailer asks about hydroxyapatite in toothpaste. Dr. Dawn traces its origins to NASA research in the 1960s by Dr. Bernard Rubin studying crystal growth for preventing bone and tooth mineral loss in astronauts. Japanese company Sangi acquired the patent and created the first hydroxyapatite toothpaste by 1980, receiving official anti-cavity recognition in 1993. Studies show it matches fluoride's cavity prevention effectiveness by filling microscopic cracks where bacteria take root. It also relieves temperature sensitivity by sealing micro-fractures in enamel that expose the dentin layer, making it especially helpful for people who clench their jaws. Researchers from UC Berkeley and the Allen Institute used electrodes and lasers to study how mouse brains process optical illusions like the Kanizsa triangle. They discovered specialized IC encoder neurons in the visual cortex that fill in missing information, creating complete shapes from partial cues. When these pattern-completing circuits activate inappropriately, they may trigger hallucinations in conditions like schizophrenia. Dr. Dawn explains that illusions occur when the brain perceives something different from actual visual input, while hallucinations create perceptions with no external stimulus. She discusses frontotemporal dementia where visual hallucinations result from protein deposits in the occipital cortex, and notes that a 2021 British Journal of Psychiatry study found hallucination rates varying from 7% in young people to 3% in those over 70. An emailer describes unbearable chronic lumbar pain with degenerative disc disease shown on MRI. Dr. Dawn emphasizes that MRI findings don't necessarily correlate with pain levels, citing shopping mall studies showing equal degenerative changes in people with and without back pain. She stresses checking for sciatica symptoms including leg pain below the knee, sensory differences between sides, calf size asymmetry, and ability to walk on tiptoes and heels. Without these red flags, the degenerative disease likely isn't causing the pain. She warns against unnecessary surgery citing frequent "failed back" syndrome when surgery for a disk image doesn't "fix" the pain. She recommends water jogging with a ski vest, McKenzie exercises, abdominal strengthening, ergonomics, removing wallets from back pockets, and alternating heat and ice therapy. She discusses mindfulness meditation and cognitive behavioral therapy for pain management. A caller references Daniel Levitin's book "Your Brain on Music," discussing research using functional MRIs showing distinct brain activation patterns in musicians versus non-musicians due to integrated auditory, visual, and kinesthetic training. Dr. Dawn describes how infant brains develop from three to six layers with increasingly complex synaptic connections resembling circuit boards. She highlights a blindfold study where college students' visual cortices began responding to sound within two weeks as the auditory cortex expanded. She shares her husband's remarkable recovery demonstrating adult brain plasticity through intensive rehabilitation. Learning new musical instruments helps dementia patients by activating multiple brain regions simultaneously and improving standard cognitive test performance. A caller describes an eight-day chest cold with thick white phlegm. Dr. Dawn recommends guaifenesin as a mucus-thinning expectorant to prevent bacterial growth in respiratory secretions that serve as "bacteria chow." She emphasizes the importance of current flu, COVID, and RSV vaccinations. Secondary bacterial infections develop when bacteria colonize viral-induced mucus in the lungs and invade tissues. She advises aggressive hydration and chicken soup, which research shows helps clear mucus. Another caller provides additional information about Daniel Levitin as a musicologist, neurologist, and musician who runs the Music Perception, Cognition and Expertise laboratory at McGill University.

Can art transform our brains for the better? Local arts and health champion, Path with Art, in partnership with Seattle University and Town Hall Seattle, leads a conversation with Susan Magsamen, New York Times bestselling co-author of Your Brain on Art, and director of Johns Hopkins International Arts + Mind Lab, as well as the co-director of the Aspen Institute's Neuroarts Blueprint. Susan shares the latest research demonstrating how individual and public health can be transformed through the arts. When introduced in healing settings, arts engagement is associated with a reduction in the need for pain medication, reduced cortisol levels, decreased length of hospital stays, decreased incidence of depression, increased memory and cognitive function, and improved communication and behavioral skills. This event explores how the emerging science of neuroarts is expanding the horizons of mental wellness and public health, with some of the most exciting developments taking place here in Seattle and across the world. Presented by Town Hall Seattle, Path with Art, and Seattle University.

Do you ever get stuck in your thoughts? What do you usually overthink about? Today, Jay explores one of the most powerful, yet regularly overlooked, conversations we have every day: the one we have with ourselves. Too often, we become our own harshest critics, speaking to ourselves in ways we’d never speak to a friend. Jay reveals how self-criticism can disguise itself as control or accountability, when in truth, it’s a subtle form of self-sabotage that quietly erodes our confidence, creativity, and motivation. Jay reminds us that rest and reflection aren’t signs of weakness, they’re essential parts of real growth. He explains that progress is never a straight line, and that falling back, slowing down, or taking a break doesn’t mean you’ve failed, it simply means you’re human. His message is a gentle yet powerful invitation to stop tearing yourself down and start lifting yourself up, to trade shame for accountability, criticism for compassion, and restlessness for stillness. Through his words, Jay offers more than advice, he shares a roadmap for healing your relationship with yourself, embracing imperfection with grace, and finding peace in the quiet strength of self-acceptance. In this episode, you'll learn: How to Silence Your Inner Critic How to Talk to Yourself Like a Friend How to Rewire Your Brain for Positivity How to Rest Without Feeling Guilty How to Stop Letting Negativity Control You Healing begins the moment you choose kindness over criticism. Every mistake, setback, or pause is not the end of the journey, it’s part of becoming who you’re meant to be. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty Join over 750,000 people to receive my most transformative wisdom directly in your inbox every single week with my free newsletter. Subscribe here. Check out our Apple subscription to unlock bonus content of On Purpose! https://lnk.to/JayShettyPodcast What We Discuss: 01:02 Is Your inner Voice Blocking You? 02:16 #1: Self Criticism is Self Sabotage 06:32 #2: Negative Self Talk is Counterproductive 10:08 #3: Shaming Yourself Doesn't Build Accountability 13:28 #4: Your Brain is Wired to Focus on Mistakes 17:24 #5: Progress Isn't Linear 20:01 #6: Rest is Essential for Progress 22:35 #7: Self Kindness Builds ResilienceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So many of us quietly believe that permanent healing isn't possible — that we'll always feel “a little bit broken,” or that we'll have to keep managing the same patterns forever.But that's not true.Healing isn't meant to be a series of Band-Aids — a few therapy sessions here, a meditation retreat there, a burst of self-care when things get hard. Those things can help… but only for a while.Real, lasting healing begins when you stop patching symptoms and start addressing what's underneath — the parts of you that are protecting the wound, the nervous system patterns that keep looping, and the way those inner imbalances show up in your relationships.In this week's episode of Your Brain on Trauma, I'm sharing my No More Band-Aids model — a framework I use with my clients to help them access deep, permanent healing.You'll learn:Why temporary fixes can actually keep you stuckThe three ingredients that create real, lasting change: mind, body, and loveHow Internal Family Systems, polyvagal theory, and somatic work come together to rewire old trauma loopsWhy healing your inner world is the key to safe, authentic relationshipsTimestamps:02:16 “No More Band-Aids”: why quick fixes don't work06:29 The three ingredients of permanent healing (Mind–Body–Love)07:55 IFS explained: protectors, exiles & Self13:27 Nervous system work: polyvagal & somatic basics16:23 Relationships as a mirror; authentic communication20:46 Putting it together: the path to lasting changeIf you've been trying to “fix” yourself and wondering why it never lasts, this episode will show you what's been missing.Oh—and if you have something you're navigating and would love my take on it... You can submit a question or situation for a future episode right here (totally anonymous!): Submit your questionP.S. Love the podcast? Reviews help us spread these life-changing tools far and wide. If you leave a 5-star review and submit a screenshot here, I'll send you my Rapid Relationship Repair mini-course—a short but powerful set of tools to reduce conflict and improve connection immediately.FREE tools:Get FREE access to my ‘Conflict Cure' mini-course, plus weekly relationship tools delivered straight to your inbox —> https://bit.ly/RelationalIQ-NewsletterNeed more customized support? Apply for a Relationship Breakthrough Call with Dr. Kavetha Sun —> https://go.oncehub.com/BreakthroughCallwithDrKavethaSun

Is your morning coffee secretly ruining your brain's energy? Discover the truth about optimizing your brain for more energy, better sleep, and improved focus in episode 825 of the Savage Perspective Podcast. Host Robert Sikes sits down with Dr. Patrick Porter to reveal how our modern lifestyle conflicts with our ancient biology and what you can do about it. They explore practical strategies for managing your cortisol, the real impact of blue light, and simple, effective habits to transform your daily routine and sleep quality for better overall wellness.Ready to pair a sharper mind with a stronger body? Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass and learn the methods to build an impressive physique. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The #1 Worst Thing You're Doing Every Morning 0:32 - How to Train Your Brain for More Energy 1:36 - Why Your Brain Isn't Built for the Modern World 2:32 - The Worst Foods for Your Brain (Is Your Breakfast on the List?) 3:13 - How to Biohack Your Brain with Sunlight 4:40 - The Tom Brady Rule for Maximum Recovery 5:53 - How Your Ancestors Are Still Influencing You 6:39 - The Real Reason You Get Sleepy at 2 PM 7:12 - How to Get a 4-Hour Nap in Just 20 Minutes 8:43 - The Secret to Beating Anyone's Sleep Score 9:31 - A Simple Breathing Trick to Unwind Your Mind 10:10 - The Shocking Truth About "Junk" DNA 11:33 - Proof That a Negative Mindset Makes You Sick 12:15 - The Perfect Morning Routine for Your Brain 14:17 - How to Maximize Your Workout Gains in 5 Minutes 16:13 - The Ultimate Post-Workout Recovery Stack 17:51 - Are You Wasting Your Food? How to Absorb More Nutrients 18:51 - Is Your Water "Dead"? The Truth About Structured Water 20:23 - The Science of "Good Vibes" (You're a Light Being) 22:38 - The Hidden Superpower You Already Possess 23:27 - The "Pill vs. Skill" Dilemma for True Health 25:22 - The Most Common Problem Found in 30,000 Brain Scans 26:54 - How Campfires Hypnotize Your Brain 28:54 - The Mental Health Crisis is a Physiological Problem 29:53 - The Truth About Blue Light Blocking Glasses 32:35 - How to Get Better Sleep (Expert Sleep Hacks) 33:01 - Why You're Getting Deep Sleep But NO REM Sleep 36:00 - How Much Sleep Do You Really Need? (It's Not 8 Hours) 38:35 - Why Alcohol is Pure Poison for Your Body 39:35 - Dr. Porter's Ultimate Sleep Hygiene Protocol 41:30 - How This Device Hacks Your Brainwaves 44:41 - The Science of Raising Your Brain's Voltage 46:51 - Why Most Binaural Beats on YouTube Don't Work 50:20 - The Surprising Effects of Psilocybin & Marijuana on the Brain 52:30 - Is Nicotine Actually GOOD for Your Brain? 54:07 - Where to Learn More About BrainTap 55:40 - Are People Focusing on the WRONG Things in Biohacking?

Todd Sattersten brings over 20 years of experience in nonfiction book publishing, and is the author of "The 100 Best Books for Work and Life." He's also the publisher at Bard Press and has dedicated his career to helping leaders navigate the overwhelming world of business literature. In this episode, Todd reveals how he curated 100 essential books into 25 problem-focused chapters, moving beyond traditional business categories to address both professional and personal challenges leaders face. He explains why growth comes from believing change is possible and how daily effort accumulates into meaningful progress.  Todd discusses the shift from data-heavy business books toward more introspective, permission-giving literature that acknowledges the chaotic nature of modern leadership. Todd discusses the difficulty of finding quality fiction with positive leadership examples and his preference for books that help readers ask different questions rather than provide step-by-step formulas. Todd concludes by stressing the importance of reading with intention, distinguishing between reading for entertainment versus insight, and building sustainable reading habits that focus on addressing real challenges rather than collecting impressive quotes. Listen to discover how to navigate information overload, identify truly transformative books, and develop the reading habits that separate effective leaders from those who simply accumulate knowledge. You can find episode 482 on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Watch this Episode on YouTube |   Key Takeaways [03:42] Todd explains his selection process started with 60-70 known books, then Todd describes how the 25 topics emerged naturally from the books themselves - goal setting, habits, leadership, relationships, motivation. [06:48] Todd identifies two key patterns to accumulate people's consistent actions: "growth comes from the belief that change is possible" and "daily effort matters." [13:28] Todd explains that great books redefine problems to create different solutions, citing examples like focusing on better customers rather than better products. [16:02] Todd reveals he's nervous about trendy books, especially about companies or leaders that don't hold up over time. [20:51] Todd believes people recognize tremendous value in listening to work others have already done, whether from Stoics, Buddhists, or other traditions. [23:50] Todd emphasizes reading requires choosing between entertainment versus insight, asking "how will I act differently after reading this." [27:03] Todd explains the data-heavy book trend came from 30 years of neuroscience research but now sees a shift toward permission-giving books. [31:50] Todd identifies "Your Brain at Work" by David Rock as his top pick for explaining brain function limitations. [35:40] Todd describes "Reboot" by Jerry Colonna as transformative for connecting personal stories to leadership effectiveness. [39:17] Todd concludes by encouraging leaders to "build a habit of reading" since most successful leaders are readers. [40:09] And remember…”The things I want to know are in books. My best friend is the man who will get me a book I ain't read.” - Abraham Lincoln.   Quotable Quotes “Growth comes from the belief that change is possible.” “Daily effort matters.” “A different way to define the problem creates a different way to solve the problem.” “If you don't understand the stories that you have about yourself, then you can't possibly be the best possible leader.” “Fiction can provide a really great perspective.” “The work is internal most of the time. It's not, hey, I need to go fix some business thing.” “Leadership is a journey of growth.” “A book still does something that almost every other art form doesn't do.” “The people who understand the value of books understand there's a tremendous value in listening to the work others have already done.” “Identifying a set of effective solutions… that's what leaders need.” “Please build a habit of reading. I can't think of a better habit for a leader.”   These are the books mentioned in this episode   Resources Mentioned The Leadership Podcast | Sponsored by | Rafti Advisors. LLC | Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC | Todd Sattersten Website | Todd Sattersten LinkedIn | Todd Sattersten Instagram |  

The number one reason women come to me for guidance during the perimenopause transition is brain-related.  So in this episode, we dive into why perimenopause directly impacts your mental and emotional health. Many women in midlife experience emotionally connected symptoms like rage, irritability, low stress tolerance, mood swings, depression, and anxiety.  That's because perimenopause isn't just a reproductive transition — it's a neuroendocrine one, meaning your brain and hormones are deeply intertwined.  As hormones fluctuate wildly, it's no wonder you may feel like you don't even recognize yourself anymore.  But you're not alone — millions of women are feeling the same!  Tune in here and learn what's really going on in your brain during this transition. IN THIS EPISODE How hormone changes in midlife affect our brain  The variability around perimenopause and how it impacts people at different ages, with a multitude of symptoms  How to level up during perimenopause and menopause  About my Perimenopause Solution Event  Raising awareness for ALL women about midlife health  QUOTES “Eight of the 10 most common symptoms during this [perimenopause] transition are going to be neurological.” “It can feel so scary to experience these symptoms without understanding why they're happening, and that's why we need to address why women aren't feeling like themselves in perimenopause. I've said it before, and I will say it again– perimenopause deserves our undivided attention. And this is why I wrote the Perimenopause Revolution.” “Depending on how we take care of our bodies during perimenopause, it can really determine how our bodies thrive. In menopause and beyond.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Claim your FREE pass to The Perimenopause Solution event HERE!  https://hayh.site/pr_bl_ap-snyder_a_snyder Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution https://peri-revolution.com/ RELATED EPISODES  686: Your Second Puberty Explained: What's Really Happening to Your Body in Perimenopause  668: Your Brain on Perimenopause: The Hidden Neurological Transition No One Warns You About 683: Aging in Reverse: How Women Over 40 Can Boost Energy, Lose Weight & Rewrite Their Story with Natalie Jill 678: How to Turn Perimenopause Into Your Metabolic Window of Opportunity + My Simple Daily Protocol To Feel Amazing

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 14:45:00 GMT http://relay.fm/radar/329 http://relay.fm/radar/329 Zero Utilization on Your Brain 329 Marco Arment and David Smith Successes and struggles with taking breaks from work. Successes and struggles with taking breaks from work. clean 1751 Successes and struggles with taking breaks from work. This episode of Under the Radar is sponsored by: Sentry: Mobile crash reporting and app monitoring. Get 6 months of the Team plan free with code radar. Links and Show Notes: Support

Ever stared at a task so overwhelming you'd rather clean the oven or pull weeds than even look at it? In this episode, I'm sharing how I used ChatGPT to go from frozen in overwhelm to finally taking action and how you can use AI tools to make ADHD life easier too.We'll talk about why AI is such a powerful support for ADHD brains (hello executive function struggles!), how it can help reduce cognitive overload and the simple ways it can lighten your daily mental load.You'll also learn: How ChatGPT can act like your executive function assistant Practical prompts to try for planning, prioritising, and getting unstuck Things to be mindful of (accuracy, boundaries, privacy, and even the environmental impact) Plus, a few other ADHD-friendly AI tools I love—like Goblin Tools, Otter.ai, Grammarly, Wispr Flow, and ConsensusAI isn't here to replace your sparkly brain - it's here to support it. So grab your curiosity, open ChatGPT, and start playing. The learning is in the doing LINKS MENTIONED: Your free episode recap (aka cheatsheet!)  https://www.navigatingadultadhd.com/cheatsheetThe MIT study - Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing TaskFor more ADHD support visit: https://www.navigatingadultadhd.com/

Episode Summary ADHD young adulthood, “slow-to-launch,” and boundaries with Dr. Tamara Rosier. We unpack ages 16–26, the maturity lag, elongated adolescence, and two common patterns (holding out for the “ideal lifestyle” and withdrawal/gaming). You'll learn how to shift from fixing to scaffolding, set clear boundaries that preserve connection, and use a simple coaching script to build agency plus realistic timelines for later coalescence in the 20s. Guest Dr. Tamara Rosier, founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, author of Your Brain's Not Broken and You, Me, and Our ADHD Family. She translates ADHD science into warm, practical strategies for families, teens, and young adults navigating motivation, emotions, and executive function. Episode Overview Launching can be bumpy for ADHD teens and young adults, not from laziness, but from skill gaps and a longer developmental runway. Dr. Rosier explains how parents can move from control to calm scaffolding: co-creating structure, aligning expectations, and setting boundaries with connection. We cover language that reduces shame, a step-by-step coaching script (Name → Aim → Plan → Support → Review), and how to think about timelines so families can lower panic and raise progress. What We Talk About (Highlights) Why “launching late” is common with ADHD (maturity lag + EF gaps) Two patterns: idealized lifestyle holdout vs. withdrawal/gaming avoidance Parents first: calm reassurance + scaffolding > fixing Boundaries that preserve connection (limits, choices, natural consequences) A quick coaching script: Name → Aim → Plan → Support → Review Treatment pillars when needed (meds/therapy/coaching + structure) Realistic timelines: progress often consolidates later in the 20s Resources & Links Dr. Tamara Rosier: https://www.tamararosier.com/ Books: Your Brain's Not Broken; You, Me, and Our ADHD Family Part 1 (previous episode): Punishment Fails ADHD Kids—The Pool Metaphor That Calms Emotional Chaos (with Dr. Tamara Rosier) About Your Host Kate Brownfield, Certified Whole Person & ADHD Parent Coach; author of How We Roll: A Parent's Journey Raising a Child with ADHD; host of The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast. Every child with ADHD is unique—so are their strengths and struggles. Website & coaching: ADHDKidsCanThrive.com Free Download Get the first three chapters of How We Roll free: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/On1ABRH/first3chapters Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe to The ADHD Kids Can Thrive Podcast Share with a parent who needs encouragement today Leave a quick rating/review—it helps other ADHD families find the show    #ADHDyoungadults #slowtolaunch #scaffolding #ADHDboundaries #executivefunction #gamingavoidance #failure to launch #Tamara Rosier #interview #ADHDparentingteens #transitiontoadulthood        

A2 THE SHOW #582Our next guest on A2 THE SHOW is Hanna Horvath — Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Managing Editor at Bankrate, and creator of Your Brain on Money, a newsletter exploring how psychology and behavior shape our financial decisions.In this episode, we delve into the emotional side of money — exploring how cultural forces, social media, and personal values shape our approach the earning, spending, and saving. Hanna shares insights on impulse buying, financial anxiety, ethical spending, and why talking about money openly can actually strengthen communities. We also explore the rise of sports betting, influencer wealth culture, and finding fulfilment beyond job titles and traditional success.✨️WEBSITE: https://www.hannahorvath.com/✨️INSTAGRAM: @yourbrain_onmoney

Has anyone ever asked you about your drinking? Have you ever tried to cut back on alcohol?  Drinking is a culturally accepted way to relax, unwind, celebrate or manage stress. And no one intentionally decides to have a drinking problem. It's usually a slow drift—one drink here, a few more there—and before you know it, alcohol might be playing a bigger role in your life than you intended. But how can you know if it's a problem? In this enlightening episode of our ongoing series, Dealing with Your Addictions, John and Austin talk about the very common issue of drinking alcohol and how to figure out if it's a problem in your life. You'll hear about: How drinking affects your brain and body A biblical view of alcohol Questions you can ask yourself about drinking Paying attention without feeling shame The goal of this episode isn't to heap guilt on anyone or to say you can't ever enjoy a glass of wine or a beer. Instead, it's about understanding what alcohol really does to your brain and body so you can be honest with yourself about your relationship with alcohol. This powerful conversation could be a game changer for you or someone you love! What Alcohol Does to Your Brain, Body and Health - from the Huberman Lab on YouTube Connect with us & Subscribe to our weekly newsletter! Website: withyouintheweeds.com Instagram: @withyouintheweeds Facebook: @withyouintheweeds            X: withyou_weeds

Tech companies + advertising executives are manipulating us, no matter what. Today we're talking about how they do it. Tomorrow we'll talk about what to do about it. Main source: "Your Brain on Ads": https://www.npr.org/2011/06/14/137175622/this-is-your-brain-on-ads-an-internal-battleAdvertiser's Tactics (neuroscience): https://www.usdatacorporation.com/blog/brain-response-to-ads-the-neuroscience-of-effective-marketing/How Does Advertising Affect Mental Health? https://adfreecities.org.uk/what-we-do/advertising-mental-health/Tech Companies are profiling us from before birth: https://thereader.mitpress.mit.edu/tech-companies-are-profiling-us-from-before-birth/Resources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT JULIE (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Subscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsWhat if the birth control you're taking every day is quietly changing your brain, your mood, your relationships—and even who you're attracted to? In this groundbreaking episode of hol+, Dr. Taz MD sits down with award-winning researcher and author Dr. Sarah Hill (This Is Your Brain on Birth Control) to reveal the shocking, little-known science of how hormonal contraception shapes not just your reproductive system, but your entire mind and body.From altered stress responses to shifts in attraction, depression risk in teens, and the controversial “bikini science” problem in medical research, Dr. Hill pulls back the curtain on decades of overlooked studies that every woman and parent should know about. She shares her own journey from evolutionary psychologist to outspoken women's health advocate, explaining why synthetic progestins are not the same as progesterone, how birth control affects your immune system, and why teenagers may be especially vulnerable to its mental health effects.If you're a woman in your teens, 20s, 30s, or 40s—or a parent guiding your daughter—this episode could change the way you think about hormone health, fertility, and your body's natural rhythms.Dr. Hill and Dr. Taz discuss:How birth control changes the brain's structure and functionThe difference between progesterone and synthetic progestins (and why it matters)Why “bikini science” has failed women in medical researchThe surprising link between birth control and partner attractionThe immune system's hidden connection to hormonal cyclingTeen mental health risks: depression, anxiety, and brain developmentSafer contraceptive choices and how to support your body if you use the pillHow nutrition and micronized progesterone might help offset side effectsThis conversation is more than just information — it's a wake-up call for how we study, prescribe, and support women's health.Topics Covered:Hormonal birth control's impact on the brainSynthetic hormones vs. bioidentical hormonesPartner choice and relationship satisfaction researchAutoimmunity and immune system differences in womenMental health risks for adolescent usersNon-hormonal birth control optionsNutritional and hormonal support strategiesConnect further to Hol+ at https://holplus.co/- Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+.About Dr. Sarah E. HillSarah E. Hill, Ph.D., is the author of This is Your Brain on Birth Control and an award-winning researcher who has spent most of her 20+ year career studying women, relationships, and health. In addition to having established an award-winning health and relationships lab at TCU, she has published nearly 100 academic research articles, is a sought-after public speaker, and sits on the scientific advisory boards for women's health companies such as Flo and 28 Wellness. Her research is regularly covered by national media, such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, and many others, and is regularly published in highly prestigious journals, including Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, Psychoneuroendocrinology, Psychological Science, and Health Psychology.Stay ConnectedSubscribe to the audio podcast: https://holplus.transistor.fm/subscribeSubscribe to the video podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@DrTazMD/podcastsFollow Dr. Taz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drtazmd/https://www.instagram.com/liveholplus/Join the conversation on X: https://x.com/@drtazmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drtazmdFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/drtazmd/Connect with Dr. Sarah E. Hill:https://www.sarahehill.com/https://www.instagram.com/sarahehillphdHost & Production TeamHost: Dr. Taz; Produced by Rainbow Creative (Executive Producer: Matthew Jones; Lead Producer: Lauren Feighan; Editors: Jeremiah Schultz and Patrick Edwards)Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on future episodes of hol+Chapters00:00 Introduction06:12 The Flaws in Medical Research on Women17:51 Dr. Hill's Personal Journey with Birth Control21:43 The Science Behind Birth Control's Effects on the Brain27:45 How Birth Control Influences Attraction and Relationships34:44 Impact of Birth Control on Relationship Satisfaction37:31 Divorce Rates and Birth Control40:12 Hormones and Brain Influence41:35 Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): Progesterone vs. Progestin47:57 Birth Control and Mental Health in Teens01:00:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Are you wired to be soft? Discover how choosing the harder path physically rewires your brain's “grit center” for unbreakable mental toughness and discipline. In episode 818 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with author and high performance coach Ryan Munsey to explore the raw truths of building true strength. They discuss how simple daily choices, like taking the stairs, forge the discipline needed for entrepreneurship, leadership, and even intense backcountry hunting. Learn why the ketogenic diet is an incredible tool for endurance and how to balance the relentless drive for success with being a present husband and father. This conversation provides a real world guide to winning the battle in your mind and building a life of purpose and integrity.Ready to build the physical foundation that supports a disciplined mind? Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass and learn the simple, effective strategies to get in your best shape. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Follow Ryan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ryanmunsey_/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - The Science of Building GRIT & Mental Toughness 0:51 - How to Maintain a Lean Physique Year-Round 1:20 - The Best Way to Train for Hunting Season 2:02 - Planning a Backcountry Elk Hunt 3:02 - Why Most People Underestimate Mountain Hunting 3:50 - Is Hunting in a Deer Stand a "Real" Sport? 4:42 - Backcountry Hunting vs. Base Camp: Which is Better? 5:52 - A Hunter's Guide to Finding Water in the Wild 7:00 - The Life-Changing Power of a Wilderness Detox 8:31 - What to Eat on a Backcountry Keto Hunt 9:05 - Why Keto Is a "Cheat Code" for Physical Endurance 11:51 - A Sneak Peek at Ryan Munsey's New Book 12:46 - The Journey of a 100,000-Copy Bestseller 15:26 - A Practical Framework for Winning Your Inner Battles 16:03 - Is Society Too Soft? Discussing "The Comfort Crisis" 17:47 - Simple Daily Habits to Build Unbreakable Discipline 20:48 - How to Strengthen the "Grit Center" of Your Brain 22:05 - How Ambitious People Can Justify Rest & Relaxation 24:58 - The CEO's Guide to Energy Management 26:38 - The Entrepreneur's Dilemma: Work vs. Family 28:32 - Why CEOs Must Let Go of the Daily Grind to Grow 30:18 - How Your Calendar Reveals Your True Priorities 31:22 - The Best Method for Capturing Business Ideas 33:16 - 8 Years of Business: Lessons in Integrity & Peace 36:20 - How to Grow Profits Without Sacrificing Quality 39:37 - A Founder's True Definition of Success (It's Not Money) 40:42 - Are Big Conferences or Intimate Retreats More Valuable? 42:15 - A High-Performer's Daily Routine for Success 45:13 - Why Every Man Should Own His Own Land 47:04 - Is Instinctive Shooting the Ultimate Therapy? 48:00 - The #1 Strategy for Preventing Founder Burnout 49:48 - New Keto Brick Flavors Revealed 51:45 - How a Supply Chain Crisis Led to a Better Product 55:53 - The Perfect Carnivore Hunting & Travel Snack 57:15 - How to Legally Hunt Deer 6 Months a Year 59:34 - Who Do You Live For? An Honest Talk on Motivation 1:04:18 - Knife Debate: Replaceable Blade vs. Fixed Blade for Hunting

Why do mood shifts, cravings, and PMS happen before your period? Dr. Sarah Hill, author of “This is Your Brain on Birth Control” and “The Period Brain”, breaks down the latest science on hormones, the luteal phase, and how progesterone affects the brain and body.In this episode you'll learn: * How to survive and thrive in the luteal phase* Why PMS exists (and its functional purpose)* How progesterone impacts mood and stress* The connection between birth control and attraction* What contributes to postpartum depression* And more…Sarah E. Hill, Ph.D. is an award-winning researcher, consultant, writer, scientist, communicator, and professor. With almost 25 years of research experience, she's authored 100+ research publications, and two books that have changed the conversation about hormones and birth control for women. She earned her Ph.D. in Evolutionary Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin with Dr. David Buss and has called Texas home since moving here for graduate school in 2000. She has used the latest science on the dynamic changes in women's hormonal states to write her newest book, "The Period Brain" with the goal of helping people feel seen, heard, and understood.This episode is brought to you by beeya: * Learn more about beeya's seed cycling bundle at https://beeyawellness.com/free to find out how to tackle hormonal imbalances. * Get $10 off your order by using promo code BEHINDHEREMPIRE10Follow Yasmin: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yasminknouri/* Stay updated & subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.behindherempire.com/Follow Dr. Sarah: * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahehillphd/* Website: https://www.sarahehill.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02:00 Trump's former insurance lawyer, https://www.wsj.com/us-news/law/the-former-insurance-lawyer-trump-picked-to-take-on-comey-54c4261d?mod=hp_lead_pos11 04:00 Media mocks Trump's lawyers 18:20 Rodney Martin joins the show 48:00 To host a livestream, you usually feel like you know something valuable that you want to share, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163993 54:00 Everything is BS, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163991 56:00 This is Your Brain on Bullsh*t - David Pinsof, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3uLVeSGnEU 1:03:00 Deprogramming Democrats & unEducating the Elites: How I Escaped the Progressive Cult by Lisa Ekman, https://www.amazon.com/Deprogramming-Democrats-unEducating-Elites-Progressive/dp/1662895313/ 1:44:00 The evolutionary origins of morality, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5JlZjcFWug 1:46:00 Bless her heart: Gossip phrased with concern provides advantages in female intrasexual competition 1:48:00 Arguments for the sake of heaven, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163981 1:54:00 Happiness is a status signal 1:56:00 The philosophical principles underlying the Trump Doctrine, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163977 2:02:00 ‘More on the decline and fall of Steven Levitt [& Freakanomics]', https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163968 2:14:00 Michael joins: Megyn Kelly getting blowback for tiptoing up to edgy comments on Israel 2:16:00 Charlie Kirk was a polemicist 2:23:00 Tucker Carlson, the Jews & Jesus 2:40:00 Analyzing Charlie Kirk's debating style, https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2025/09/27/us/politics/charlie-kirk-debate.html 3:12:00 What is a deepity? 3:14:30 Religion vs LOL Nothing Matters, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163966 3:16:30 What Are The New Status Games? 3:19:00 Virtue games are status games, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rn1eNoUhAQ 3:20:00 David Pinsof: The Psychology of Incentives and Opinions, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8rn1eNoUhAQ 3:28:45 What Are The Highest Status TV Shows Now?, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163959 3:30:00 Dennis Prager's First Public Appearance! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWY2ZnVqYUc 3:38:00 Demons Are Interesting, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163948 3:44:00 The James Comey Indictment, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163934 3:46:45 Strange Bedfellows: The Alliance Theory of Political Belief Systems, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Os0jvjssTG8 4:07:00 The grammar of anger: Mapping the computational architecture of a recalibrational emotion 4:09:00 Controversies in Evolutionary Psychology 4:19:50 David Pinsof: The Alliance Theory of Political Belief Systems 4:27:00 What Do We Find Interesting?, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163923 4:29:00 Why Do We Argue? https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163918 4:30:00 Eat, Pray, Profit, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163916 4:34:00 Understanding the illusion of understanding, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163914 4:39:00 ‘Status Is a Four-Letter Word: Self Versus Other Differences and Concealment of Status-Striving', https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163912 4:40:20 The Status Game, https://lukeford.net/blog/?p=163906 4:46:00 Predisposed: Liberals, Conservatives, and the Biology of Political Differences (2024) 4:53:00 Each side is trying to capture the positive vibes of freedom

Historically, medical research has done a disservice to women. In fact, for many years, scientists only studied men, assuming that all effects would generalize to women. But we now know that’s not true. In today’s show, we’re talking about how we can improve the state of science on women's health, and how that begins with having a fuller understanding of the hormone shifts that occur during the menstrual cycle and how they affect women’s brains and bodies. I am joined once again by Dr. Sarah Hill, the author of This is Your Brain on Birth Control. She has spent most of her 20+ year career studying women, relationships, and health. Her latest book is titled The Period Brain: The New Science of Why We PMS and How To Fix It. Some of the specific topics we explore include: What’s the problem with one-size-fits-all medical advice? How does the concept of PMS pathologize natural things that happen to women's bodies? What’s the problem with using the male body as the “standard” in scientific research? What’s wrong with the way scientists typically treat the menstrual cycle in studies of women? How can we do research that actually serves women? You can check our Sarah’s website to learn more about her work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  Passionate about building a career in sexuality? Check out the Sexual Health Alliance. With SHA, you’ll connect with world-class experts and join an engaged community of sexuality professionals from around the world. Visit SexualHealthAlliance.com and start building the sexuality career of your dreams today. The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University has been a trusted source for scientific knowledge and research on critical issues in sexuality, gender, and reproduction for over 75 years. Be sure to register for the Sex and Aging Symposium, which will take place on October 4, 2025. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

It is well-known that PMS symptoms can deeply affect how women are feeling, including their mood, pain, and energy levels. But why exactly does this happen? Today, we’re going to dive into the science of sex hormones and the menstrual cycle, including how hormone levels affect women’s sexual motivation and tips for navigating sex at different phases of the cycle. I am joined by Dr. Sarah Hill, the author of This is Your Brain on Birth Control. She has spent most of her 20+ year career studying women, relationships, and health. Her latest book is titled The Period Brain: The New Science of Why We PMS and How To Fix It. Some of the specific topics we explore include: What’s the deal with PMS? Why did women evolve to feel like crap for half of the menstrual cycle? How do the rise and fall of different hormones during the cycle affect women’s brains? Progesterone is a hormone that’s supposed to make us feel good. So why doesn’t it have that effect during the second half of the menstrual cycle? How do estrogen and progesterone affect sexual motivation and desire? You can check our Sarah’s website to learn more about her work. Got a sex question? Send me a podcast voicemail to have it answered on a future episode at speakpipe.com/sexandpsychology. *** Thank you to our sponsors!  Expand your sexual horizons with Beducated! Featuring more than 100 online courses taught by the experts, Beducated brings pleasure-based sex ed directly into your bedroom. Enjoy a free trial today and get 50% off their yearly pass by using LEHMILLER as the coupon code. To redeem this offer, visit: https://beducate.me/lehmiller-sept Head to https://paired.com/JUSTIN and download the #1 app for couples to start maintaining your lasting love today. The Kinsey Institute at Indiana University has been a trusted source for scientific knowledge and research on critical issues in sexuality, gender, and reproduction for over 75 years. Be sure to register for the Sex and Aging Symposium, which will take place on October 4, 2025. *** Want to learn more about Sex and Psychology? Click here for previous articles or follow the blog on Facebook, Twitter, or Bluesky to receive updates. You can also follow Dr. Lehmiller on YouTube and Instagram. Listen and stream all episodes on Apple, Spotify, or Amazon. Subscribe to automatically receive new episodes and please rate and review the podcast! Credits: Precision Podcasting (Podcast editing) and Shutterstock/Florian (Music). Image created with Canva; photos used with permission of guest.

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In this Think Thursday episode, Molly explores one of neuroscience's greatest mysteries: consciousness. At the center of this discussion is the thalamus, a small walnut-sized structure in the brain that scientists now believe plays a vital role in generating conscious experience.Long considered just a relay station for sensory signals, new research highlighted in an August 29, 2025 Popular Mechanics article suggests the thalamus acts as the brain's “switchboard,” determining which sensory information reaches awareness and which fades into the background. Molly explains how silence, rest, and focused attention support this system, and why the thalamus may be a key to understanding what it means to be aware.What You'll Learn in This EpisodeWhy the thalamus is more than a relay—it may be the brain's switchboard for consciousnessHow the thalamocortical loop coordinates awarenessWhat happens to consciousness when thalamic activity is disrupted (anesthesia, coma, psychedelics)How silence and rest reduce the thalamus's workload and improve clarity and presenceFour practical ways to support the networks that depend on the thalamusKey Quote“When you pause, when you rest, when you seek silence, you are not just taking a break. You are nurturing the very networks that make awareness possible.”References and ResourcesPopular Mechanics (Aug 29, 2025): Your Brain's Switchboard Could Be Key to Explaining ConsciousnessPrevious Think Thursday episodes: Silence is Golden and The Neuroscience of Mental Rest ★ Support this podcast ★

Today, Jesse is joined by Hanna Horvath—Certified Financial Planner, managing editor at Bankrate, and author of the Your Brain on Money newsletter—for a deep dive into the psychology behind our financial decisions and why money is never just about numbers. Together, they explore how unconscious “money scripts” formed in childhood shape lifelong habits, why emotional discipline matters more than willpower, and how anxiety shows up even for people who have “won the game” financially. Hanna explains how retirement brings not just financial questions but also an identity shift, making purpose and values as important as portfolio allocation. They discuss strategies for reframing our relationship with volatility, using fire-drill style planning to prepare for downturns, and creating small gaps between emotions and actions to avoid costly mistakes. Throughout, Jesse and Hanna remind listeners that building lasting wealth is less about chasing fads or quick wins and more about cultivating awareness, resilience, and intentionality in both mindset and money. Key Takeaways: • Money is never just about math—it's deeply tied to psychology, emotions, and unconscious beliefs. • Emotional discipline means creating space between feelings and actions, not trying to eliminate emotions altogether. • Retirement isn't just a financial transition—it's a major identity shift that can create anxiety even for those who are financially prepared. • “Fire drills” for your financial plan can prepare you emotionally and practically for downturns before they happen. • Social media and sensational financial headlines amplify fear, making discernment and discipline even more critical. • Retirement satisfaction depends on aligning money decisions with personal values, whether that means family, travel, community, or freedom. Key Timestamps: (00:00) – The Psychology of Money: Fads and Mimetic Desire (15:35) – The Hedonic Treadmill and Financial Contentment (21:41) – Understanding Behavioral Loss Tolerance (32:03) – The Spectrum of Risk Tolerance (38:51) – Money Scripts and Financial Behavior (42:33) – The Importance of Emotional Discipline (47:31) – Identity Shift in Retirement (01:04:53) – DIY Investing and Self-Compassion Key Topics Discussed: The Best Interest, Jesse Cramer, Wealth Management Rochester NY, Financial Planning for Families, Fiduciary Financial Advisor, Comprehensive Financial Planning, Retirement Planning Advice, Tax-Efficient Investing, Risk Management for Investors, Generational Wealth Transfer Planning, Financial Strategies for High Earners, Personal Finance for Entrepreneurs, Behavioral Finance Insights, Asset Allocation Strategies, Advanced Estate Planning Techniques Mentions: Website: https://yourbrainonmoney.substack.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hanna-riley-horvath/ Mentions: https://bestinterest.blog/fad/ https://bestinterest.blog/eat-drink-and-be-content/ https://bestinterest.blog/behavioral-loss-tolerance/ More of The Best Interest: Check out the Best Interest Blog at https://bestinterest.blog/ Contact me at jesse@bestinterest.blog Consider working with me at https://bestinterest.blog/work/ The Best Interest Podcast is a personal podcast meant for education and entertainment. It should not be taken as financial advice, and is not prescriptive of your financial situation.  

I'm afraid that you are going to die. Sorry. You can imagine afterlives and  amass great hordes of wealth, but you're still made of human stuff, and thus will die. Humanity's inability to get its head around this most inconvenient of truths is probably behind most of the silly pointless stuff we do, from rampant consumption to wars to spaceships to conjuring up Gods. Joining me on this episode of Your Brain on Climate is Molly Conisbee - author of No Ordinary Deaths, a social history of how we've lived and died through the generations. Molly says we can learn a huge amount about how societies choose to live by how they deal with death - and why coming to terms with the fact that we will all (probably) cark it might lead us to do better by the climate in the here and now. We learn how our relationship with death, the afterlife, and messy mortality, has changed hugely over the years. When we're ever more botoxed and scared of aging, and billionaire-backed scientists are actively trying to cure death, are we running ever more away from the most human - and beautiful - thing of all? Let me know your thoughts on the show - hello@yourbrainonclimate.com. Please rate, review and subscribe, and share the show on socials. Please consider chucking this humble indie podcaster a few quid at www.patreon.com/yourbrainonclimate. Owl noises = references: 28:07. God on the rise with young people. 29.09. Yougov tracked people's belief in ghosts etc.  30.07. Roger Clark's Natural History of Ghosts. 34.51. Stefan Zweig's The World of Yesterday.  39.12. A wiki on Ernest Becker's Denial (not Fear!) of Death. 56:40. Make a death / memory box,  The show is hosted and produced by me, Dave Powell. You can follow the show on instagram @yourbrainonclimate, and I occasionally put up a Substack. YBOC theme music and iterations thereof, by me.  Show logo by Arthur Stovell at https://mondial-studio.com/. 

Grounding techniques are quick, discreet tools that help you steady your mind, ease the intensity, and stay present…even in the middle of panic, grief, anger, and pain.Do you ever feel like your emotions are running the show? When emotions hit like a tidal wave, grounding techniques are your life raft. Learn three strategies to help you detach from the feelings and regain control. https://bit.ly/464pO6xIn This Episode:01:13 - Film Recommendations: Running on Empty and Defending Your Life04:22 - Road Trip to Colorado: Coffin Races and Granola Recipe07:51 - Grounding Exercises: Support Healing for the Body11:09 - Mental Grounding - Finding Something Else for Your Brain to Do13:27 - Physical Grounding - Focus on Physical Sensations Instead of Emotions15:30 - Soothing Grounding16:45 - Keys to Succeeding in Grounding17:58 - Discussion about Grounding - Follow Your Bliss and Make an Effort21:28 - "Brownie Mary" Hero to Terminally Ill Cancer and AIDS Patients for Her Marijuana Brownies27:48 - OutroLearn these strategies help you anchor in the present, calm the storm, and take back control. Whether it's anxiety, grief, anger, or overwhelming memories, grounding gives your brain and body a way to step back from the edge so you can breathe, think clearly, and move forward. Think of them as emotional 'life hacks' that you can do anywhere, with no one being the wiser. Simple, powerful, and portable—you can do them anytime, anywhere. Support the showGet show notes and resources at our website: every1dies.org. Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | mail@every1dies.org

What if the way your brain perceives reality is the very thing holding you back—from peace, freedom, and the life you truly want? In this episode, I sit down with Bizzie Gold, founder of Break Method and author of Your Brain is a Filthy Liar, to explore how subconscious patterns, trauma responses, and brain wiring shape not only our choices, but also the way we experience motherhood, business, and relationships. This conversation will stretch your perspective and equip you with a new framework for understanding yourself, your kids, and your work in the world. Tune in to hear: Why most personal development work doesn't stick—and what does The science of brain pattern mapping and how it predicts behavior How subconscious childhood inputs hard-code the way we perceive reality The surprising benefits of conflict, imperfection, and honesty in parenting Why helicopter parenting and over-protection often create negative outcomes How risk-taking in business and resilience in motherhood are deeply connected Practical ways to rewire self-deception and free yourself from old patterns The role of truth-telling and vulnerability in raising kids who trust themselves Resources & Links Mentioned: Bizzie Gold on Instagram Take your Brain Pattern Map (20-minute assessment) Your Brain is a Filthy Liar by Bizzie Gold

Send us a textEpisode 189: Why Strategies Aren't Enough to Heal Family Disconnection (And What Actually Works)Have you tried everything to fix your family—but nothing seems to work?You've read the books. You've followed the scripts. You've apologized, stayed calm, set boundaries… And you're still walking on eggshells.In this episode, Tina Gosney, Family Relationship Coach and expert in Bowen Family Systems Theory, explains why strategies and tools—while helpful—are not enough to heal deep family disconnection. And more importantly, she reveals what actually creates lasting transformation.You'll learn:The emotional and cultural trends affecting today's families (and why it's not just you)The real reason communication tips and parenting tools fall shortWhat inner transformation looks and feels like (and how others will experience it in you)Why differentiation of self is the missing key to restoring connectionHow to become the calm, grounded, emotionally mature leader your family needsThis is an eye-opening conversation for every mother who's tried to “fix” things but feels stuck in guilt, grief, or confusion. If you're ready to stop reacting and start leading—with compassion, confidence, and courage—this episode is your starting point.  Related Episodes:179 - Break the Cycle and Lead Your Family with Calm, Loving Energy and Personal Integrity187 – Stress – What Happens in Your Brain and Body and How to Stay Grounded180 – How Your Nervous System Shapes Reactions, Relationships, and Resilience. Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tinagosneycoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinagosneycoaching ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

Heavy ChatGPT use may help short-term tasks—but it can quietly weaken your brain. In this episode, Paul and Matt unpack a new MIT Media Lab study and explain how durable skills act like muscles: neglect them, and they atrophy. They close with a blueprint to keep yours sharp with a few minutes a day. Five Key Learnings: MIT study found weaker brain activity and “cognitive debt” after ChatGPT use. Overreliance on AI dulls critical thinking and originality. Durable skills—like communication and problem-solving—need reps. Daily practice (even 5–10 mins) keeps skills from rusting. T-shaped careers rely on both depth and breadth—neglecting either costs you.Resources mentioned in this episode: MIT Media Lab / Tech & Learning article on “Your Brain on ChatGPT”Humanity Working is brought to you by BillionMinds - the company that makes employees ready for the Future of Work.BillionMinds helps companies be ready for the future of work by developing adaptable, resilient employees. You can learn more about them on LinkedIn or by visiting billionminds.com.

ABOUT THE EPISODE --In episode 255 of Reel Therapy, Daniel and Donavon give their spoiler thoughts on episode three of HBO Max's “Peacemaker”. Are Eagle's secretly ducks? And is there a nefarious angle to this new dimension? Dan and Don break all of that down PLUS we talk in length about episode five of “Alien: Earth”. And for you Trekkies out there, Daniel goes on a rant that you MUST tune in for.TABLE OF CONTENTS --00:00:00 - About the Episode00:00:36 - Greetings00:02:10 - Peacemaker - Season 2 Episode 3 SPOILER Review00:26:41 - Alien: Earth - Episode 5 SPOILER Review00:36:30 - Star Trek SIDEQUEST00:53:47 - Before We GoABOUT THE SHOW - Peacemaker --Peacemaker returns with its highly anticipated second season, now set in the redefined DC Universe (DCU) and picking up just after the events of the Superman film. Using the multiverse-adjacent Quantum Unfolding Chamber, Chris confronts a mirrored version of his life in an alternate reality—one where his deceased brother is alive and he's a celebrated hero—offering powerful reflections on regret, identity, and what could have been.ABOUT THE SHOW - Alien: Earth --Created by Noah Hawley, Alien: Earth is a bold and unsettling sci-fi horror series set in 2120—two years before the original Alien. In a future dominated by rival mega corporations, humanity has splintered into cyborgs, sentient synths, and hybrids—synthetic bodies infused with human consciousness. The series ignites when the spaceship Maginot crashes to Earth, unleashing extraterrestrial threats and transforming lives.ADDITIONAL READING --For more trek and movie talk, check out Robert Mayer Burnett's YouTube channel: @theburnettworkDaniel's “Before You Go”: “This is Your Brain on Music: The Science of a Human Obsession”Find the book here: https://a.co/d/d2YONURFIND US --For everything Reel Therapy and 241 Studios, check out our website:LINK: https://www.241studios.com/Follow us on:Instagram: @reeltherapy_podcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/reeltherapypodTikTok: @reeltherapy_pod

Dr Tatkin is a clinician, researcher, teacher, and developer of the psychobiological approach to couples therapy, often referred to as PACT. He is assistant clinical professor in the family medicine department at the University of California. Dr Tatkin has authored numerous bestselling books on attachment and couples therapy, including: Wired for Love, Wired for Dating, In Each Other's Care, and Your Brain on Love. In this conversation, we explore: — How human beings behave according to procedural memory most of the time and why this is important to understand in couples work — Why relationships can be so difficult for humans — The difference between a secure functioning relationship and secure attachment And more. You can learn more about Dr Tatkin's work by visiting: thepactinstitute.com --- Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT, is a best-selling author, clinician, researcher, teacher, and developer of a Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy® (PACT). He has a clinical practice in Calabasas, CA, where he has specialized for the last 15 years in working with couples and individuals who wish to be in relationships. He and his wife, Tracey Boldemann-Tatkin, developed the PACT Institute to train clinicians to help challenging couples find secure-functioning relationships. He is the author of best-selling books We Do, Wired for Love, Wired for Dating and Love and War in Intimate Relationships, as well as the audio books Your Brain on Love and Relationship Rx. Dr. Tatkin also teaches family medicine residents at Kaiser Permanente, Woodland Hills, CA, and is an assistant clinical professor at the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine. He travels throughout the United States and abroad with the PACT Institute teaching therapists how to help couples build secure-functioning relationships. --- 3 Books Dr Stan Tatkin Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: — Handbook of Attachment: Theory, Research, and Clinical Applications - Jude Cassidy - https://amzn.to/4aIbYGJ — Lyons-Ruth, K., L. Dutra, M. R. Schuder, and I. Bianchi. 2006. "From Infant Attachment Disorganization to Adult Dissociation: Relational Adaptations or Traumatic Experiences?" Psychiatric Clinics of North America 29 (1): 63–86. - https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2006-03379-005 — Schore, A. N. 2000. "Attachment and the regulation of the right brain." Attachment & Human Development 1 (2): 23–47. - https://www.allanschore.com/pdf/SchoreAttachHumDev.pdf

In this episode of The Singing Teachers Talk Podcast, Alexa chats with Rachael Drury about practical ways voice teachers can use AI to save time, spark creativity, and streamline admin — without losing the vital human connection that makes teaching so powerful. From lesson planning and practice tools to lyric writing and accountability, find out how AI can become a helpful ally in your teaching toolkit. WHAT'S IN THIS PODCAST?1:24 What can AI NOT do?14:02 How can we use AI positively as singing teachers?27:42 Helpful AI tools33:30 Are there any loopholes?41:23 How can teachers continue to advocate for the arts in the face of AI? About the presenter, click HERERELEVANT MENTIONS & LINKSSinging Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.222 The Rise of AI: What It Means for Singers and TeachersChatGPTSinging Teachers Talk Podcast - Ep.155 & 156 Part One & Two: Building Neurodiversity-Inclusive Voice StudiosSunoUdioMidjourneyStability AICanvaTonaraErol StudiosSing ScopeYousicianTuneCoreSound CloudDeezerSinging Teachers Talk Podcast Ep.224 Your Brain on Art: The Science of Creativity and HealingYour Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen & Ivy RossIndependent Society of MusiciansABOUT THE GUESTDr Rachael Drury is a violinist, educator and researcher specialising in the evolving relationship between music, technology and the law. Rachael's successful career as a musician has seen her perform with ensembles like the Hallé and BBC Philharmonic, and in 2019 she returned to academia to explore how new technologies are reshaping the music industry. Her PhD at the University of Liverpool focused on the legal and economic impact of generative AI on copyright, authorship and musicians' livelihoods. Rachael now teaches across music industry studies and performance, while also serving as Senior Researcher and AI Officer at the Independent Society of Musicians. Her work informs copyright policy and creative rights, and she regularly speaks at national and international events. She is passionate about supporting musicians, students and teachers as they navigate the fast-changing digital music landscape.SEE FULL BIO HEREE: rachael.drury@ism.orgInstagram: @rachael_drury BAST Training helps singers gain the confidence, knowledge, skills & understanding required to be a successful singing teacher. "The course was everything I hoped it would be and so much more. It's an investment with so much return. I would recommend this course to any teacher wanting to up-skill, refresh or start up." Kelly Taylor, NZ ...morebasttraining.com | Subscribe | Email Us | FB Group

It's the core of who we are.It connects us with other people.Switch on Your Brain p. 94, It is very interesting that every cell in the body is connected to the heart and the brain controls the heart and the mind controls the brain. So, whatever we are thinking about affects every cell in our body.Our minds, wills, and emotions (hearts) are meant to support one another. Inner conflict is evidence something is not right.Madeline Movie exampleWe speak to one another through our souls. Relationships are developed here.Our souls have to be restored at times. Psalm 19:7 "The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple."Psalm 23:2-3 "He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake." Our personalities are experienced here.The enemy throws a thought my way to impact my mind. If I allow it to settle on my mind, that thought impacts my emotions. If I allow it to settle on my emotions, it impacts my will/desire. When my will/desire is impacted, it becomes an action.If we are not able to express what is inside of our souls we will not be able to be understood and known as we desire.How Do We Take Care of the SoulWhen the soul is given attention and cared for, we discover the things which are in our hearts. A mentor can help another person discover the things in his or her heart. `Simple Comfort is a wonderful thing to receive, experience, and to enjoy. Soul and Mentoring:Mentoring: Strengthening the Soul of another person.What are simple comforts?Don't make this complicated. What makes you tick, brings you joy, fills your cup? The things that will be simple comforts are unique to who you are.Caring for Chris' soul examples:A genuine conversationA good meal prepared and shared with the desires to bless othersSitting next to a fireplace being warmed or outside by a campfireA good slow rain while taking a nap or watching a good movieSharing memories with loved ones around a kitchen tableSitting by a lake or ocean and enjoying natureMusicCaring for my soul examples (Christina):Sitting in the backyardDrinking Coffee and readingSitting in a coffee shopThinking about the future with ZionImagining what I want to do to improve the backyardBeing quietHaving a day to myselfWritingCaring for our souls is not a one time thing. Challenge:Take a self assessment of the condition of your soul.What's one thing you can do to care for your soul this week?Caring for your soul builds resilience.Caring for your soul is not dependent on someone else.

Dr. Caroline Leaf is a clinical and research Neuroscientist who specializes in Psychoneurobiology, the science of how the mind can change the brain. She's known for pioneering techniques that help people manage stress, overcome trauma and break toxic thought patterns. Through her bestselling books like Switch on Your Brain and her Podcast Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess, she offers practical tools for building mental clarity and emotional well being.   And You all Buckle up for this episode, because Dr. Leaf has so much rich wisdom, practical information and she jumps right in! Follow Dr. Caroline Leaf on ⁠Instagram⁠   . . . . .  ⁠Owen Learns He Has What it Takes: A Lesson in Resilience⁠ ⁠Lucy Learns to Be Brave: A Lesson in Courage⁠⁠ Grab your tickets today for the⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Raising Capable Kids Conference⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with David Thomas, Sissy Goff and special guests! Sign up to receive the⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Connect with David, Sissy, and Melissa at⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠raisingboysandgirls.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise with us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. A special thank you to our sponsors: EVERYDAY DOSE: Get 45% off your first subscription order of 30-servings of Coffee+ or Bold+. You'll also receive a starter kit with over $100 in free gifts including a rechargeable frother and gunmetal serving spoon by going to everydaydose.com/RGB or entering RGB at checkout. You'll also get FREE gifts throughout the year! JOLIE: Jolie will give you your best skin & hair guaranteed. Head to jolieskinco.com/RBG to try it out for yourself with FREE shipping. QUINCE: Give your summer closet an upgrade—with Quince. Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns.  THRIVE MARKET: Skip the junk without overspending. Head over to ⁠ThriveMarket.com/rbg⁠ to get 30% off your first order and a FREE $60 gift.  NIV APPLICATION BIBLE: Save an additional 10% on any NIV Application Bible and NIV Application Commentary Resources by visiting FAITHGATEWAY.COM/NIVAB and using promo code RBG.  BOLL & BRANCH: Feel the difference an extraordinary night's sleep can make with Boll & Branch. Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at BollAndBranch dot com slash RAISING. That's Boll and Branch, b-o-l-l-a-n-d branch dot com slash RAISING to save 15% and unlock free shipping. Exclusions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textStress: What Happens to Your Brain and Body (And How to Stay Grounded) Have you ever felt hijacked by your emotions in the middle of a family conflict—and later wondered, “Why did I react that way?” In this episode, Tina Gosney breaks down the powerful brain and body science behind your stress response. You'll learn what happens when your nervous system senses danger, why it's so hard to stay calm in high-conflict situations, and how to ground yourself when you feel emotionally flooded.Discover the truth behind fight, flight, freeze, and fawn responses, what it means to experience an “amygdala hijack,” and how you can shift from reactivity to resilience with a few simple tools. This episode will help you normalize your stress response, reduce shame, and take your power back in emotionally charged family moments.Episode OutlineUnderstanding the Stress Response Tina explains how your nervous system responds to emotional threats the same way it does to physical danger, often without your awareness.Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn: What They Look Like in Families Learn how these stress responses show up in real life—especially during arguments, boundary violations, and family gatherings.The Amygdala Hijack: Why You Can't Think Clearly When You're Triggered Explore how your brain shifts from logical to reactive and what that means for your behavior in high-stakes moments.Stress in the Body: Cortisol, Adrenaline, and Physical Symptoms Understand the physical side effects of stress and why it's not “all in your head.”Tools to Calm Your Nervous System Get 5 simple, science-backed tools to help you re-regulate your body and re-engage your thinking brain.Related Episodes & Additional Resources“When It Comes Out of Nowhere: Responding to Unexpected Family Hurt” – Learn how to handle emotional “gut punch” moments and move through pain without spiraling. Bridge to Connection Program –·         Find out how to identify your triggers·         Discover how your brain shapes your relationships·         Gain the strength to stand strong in the emotional storm·         Move out of destructive conflict and into constructive conflictCLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE  Tina Gosney is the Family Conflict Coach. She works with parents who have families in conflict to help them become the grounded, confident leaders their family needs. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with us: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/tinagosneycoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinagosneycoaching ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tina is certified in family relationships and a trauma informed coach. Visit tinagosney.com for more information on coaching services.

Angela is joined by Dr. Uma Naidoo, a renowned psychiatrist and nutrition expert, who discusses the intricate relationship between nutrition, mental health, and brain function, particularly during pivotal life stages such as perimenopause and postpartum, and advocates for a diet rich in fibre, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory ingredients. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Impact of Added Sugars: High consumption of added sugars, especially from ultra-processed foods, can negatively affect mood and brain health Diet and Brain Health: To protect brain health, particularly during hormonal changes such as perimenopause and menopause, it's crucial to focus on a diet rich in fibre, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory foods Cardiovascular and Brain Connection: There is a significant link between cardiovascular health and brain health. A healthy diet and lifestyle can improve both heart and brain function Stress Management: Chronic stress can have detrimental effects on the brain, leading to issues like anxiety and poor eating habits TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS: [00:10:36] Nutrition and cognitive health. [00:14:06] Effects of stress on the brain. [00:19:06] Menopause brain health. [00:28:58] Medication and motherhood challenges. [00:34:39] Importance of sleep hygiene. [00:38:29] Anxiety and food connection. VALUABLE RESOURCES Join The High Performance Health Community Click here for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: LVLUP HEALTH: Slow aging, repair gut health boost collagen and recovery and more with LVLUP Health's amazing products. Save 15% with code ANGELA at https://lvluphealth.com/angela The future of women's health is here - click to join my longevity community for women - Live Younger - at the special Founding Member Rate ABOUT THE GUEST Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Harvard trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutritionalbiologist & author of the national & international bestseller: “This is Your Brain on Food.” Hermost recent best-selling book is “Calm Your Mind with Food.”The late Michelin-starred chef David Bouley described Dr. Uma Naidoo as the world's first“triple threat” in the food and medicine space as the nexus of her interests have found their niche in Nutritional Psychiatry. Her first book has already been published in 23 countries and 19 languages. https://umanaidoomd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/ ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. CONTACT DETAILS Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Scripture ReferencedGenesis 1; Matthew 22:34-40; 1 Timothy 5:8; Ephesians 4Books ReferencedThe Thinking Machine: Jensen Huang, Nvidia, and the World's Most Coveted Microchip by Stephen Witthttps://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Machine-Jensen-Coveted-Microchip/dp/0593832698The Optimist: Sam Altman, OpenAI, and the Race to Invent the Future by Keach Hageyhttps://www.amazon.com/Optimist-Altman-OpenAI-Invent-Future/dp/1324075961/Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI by Karen Hao https://www.amazon.com/Empire-AI-Dreams-Nightmares-Altmans/dp/0593657500Links Referenced and Recommended Episode 4 - Technology and a Human Future https://www.gospelunderground.org/podcast/2017/9/29/episode-4-technology-and-our-human-futureEpisode 165 - Just about a year ago - My Guy, AI https://www.gospelunderground.org/podcast/2024/8/29/episode-165-my-guy-aiReasonable Faith Podcast AI and the Argument from ContingencyPart 1 - https://www.reasonablefaith.org/media/reasonable-faith-podcast/ai-and-the-argument-from-contingency-part-onePart 2https://www.reasonablefaith.org/media/reasonable-faith-podcast/ai-and-the-argument-from-contingency-part-twoAlex O'Connor 24 min video - I made ChatGPT believe in God (seriously) https://youtu.be/HdH8rNnvKT0?si=utyxZByjQe36WIt_AI and Energy Usage - The Climate Footprint of Big Tech - MIT Technology Review https://www.technologyreview.com/2025/05/20/1116327/ai-energy-usage-climate-footprint-big-tech/Nuclear Power Plants and AI https://apnews.com/article/meta-facebook-constellation-energy-nuclear-ai-a2d5f60ee0ca9f44c183c58d1c05337cSam Altman and Cold Fusion - https://fortune.com/2025/05/07/nuclear-fusion-energy-ai-sam-altman-helion-pacific-commonwealth-timelines/Your Brain on ChatGPT: Accumulation of Cognitive Debt when Using an AI Assistant for Essay Writing Task https://arxiv.org/pdf/2506.08872v1Knowing Facts? https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/anthropic-co-founder-benjamin-mannRelying on AI in Colonoscopies May Erode Clinicians' Skills - Study this week on Colonoscopy https://www.medpagetoday.com/gastroenterology/coloncancer/116968

MIT just announced that AI is rotting your brain?! Two world-leading experts break this study down and reveal how AI and ChatGPT could silently shrink your brain, kill creativity, and wreck your memory.  Dr Daniel Amen is a renowned psychiatrist, brain health expert, and founder of Amen Clinics, which holds over 270,000 brain scans. He is joined by Dr Terry Sejnowski, a pioneer in the field of computational neuroscience and co-creator of the Boltzmann machine, a groundbreaking neural network that helped lay the foundation for modern AI.  They discuss: The evolutionary reason why ChatGPT is dangerous for your brain  How ChatGPT trains your brain to avoid discomfort, and why that's dangerous  How using AI too early in life may block emotional growth and resilience  The surprising reason AI might make you more anxious, not less Why brain reserve is your greatest defense against future decline The hidden mental cost of seeking “perfect” partners through robotics and artificial intimacy What you can do right now to protect your brain health in an AI-saturated world 00:00 Intro 00:02:53 Terry's Background 00:03:35 Daniel Amen Introduction 00:04:35 MIT Study: ChatGPT and Reduced Brain Function 00:07:42 The Link Between ChatGPT and Dementia 00:11:09 Biggest AI Concerns Before Understanding Long-Term Consequences 00:19:49 What Does a Healthy Relationship with AI Look Like? 00:23:09 AI and Early Brain Development 00:25:43 AI Girlfriends 00:35:38 Why Struggle Is Good for Your Brain 00:37:24 Biggest Concerns with AI 00:40:26 ChatGPT Best Practices 00:45:07 Do We Still Need to Spell? 00:46:53 How Can We Learn Better? 00:48:32 How to Avoid Procrastination 00:52:12 Ads 00:54:15 Boosting Brain Health Without AI 00:57:57 Are We Raising Mentally Weak Kids? 00:58:46 Effects of Religion on the Brain 01:01:43 How to Build a Brain-Healthy Nation 01:03:55 Things That Are Bad for Your Brain 01:07:24 Artificial Sweeteners 01:09:07 Is Loud Noise Bad for Your Brain? 01:10:19 Ads 01:11:11 Multitasking 01:12:59 What's Causing the Rise in ADHD? 01:16:07 Negativity in the Brain 01:18:30 The Top Tip for a Healthier Brain 01:21:08 Importance of Sleep for Brain Health 01:26:59 Are You Prepared for Your Next Health Challenge? Follow Dr Daniel: Instagram - https://bit.ly/45pGDHk  X - https://bit.ly/4m8NtIz  Website - https://bit.ly/4lhW9uS Podcast - https://apple.co/4op5WSz You can purchase Dr Daniel's book, ‘Raising Mentally Strong Kids', here: https://amzn.to/4ldncHB  Follow Dr Terry: X - https://bit.ly/4frO4T6  Salk Institute Academic Profile - https://bit.ly/3H3Sy5H  Publications - https://bit.ly/4mbwrcS You can purchase Dr Terry's book, ‘ChatGPT and the Future of AI: The Deep Language Revolution', here: https://amzn.to/45kw0Wb  The Diary Of A CEO: ⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/  ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook  ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt  ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt  ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Independent research:https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DOAC-Dr-Terry-Dr-Amen-debate-Independent-Research-further-reading-.pdf Sponsors: Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/  for your 30-day free trialVodafone - Check out the first episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wL1Swvp4X5w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the secret to healing wasn't a pill, but the air we breathe? A crippling injury led to a discovery that could change how you heal forever.On this episode of Mark Bell's Power Project Podcast, Mark Bell and Nsima Inyang talk with Dr. Jason Sonners about the amazing benefits of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. They discuss how it can help with serious injuries, speed up athletic recovery, and even improve brain function. Learn the truth about how oxygen can be used to help your body heal in ways you never thought possible.Follow Dr. Sonners: https://www.instagram.com/hbotusa/Special perks for our listeners below!

Many of us think of the arts as entertainment or a luxury of some kind. But In their New York Times Bestselling Book: Your Brain on Art, authors Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross invite us to open our minds and consider a breathtaking expansion of this limited view of what the arts are, and the power they hold to transform our lives both individually and collectively. Ivy, who serves as Chief Design Officer for Consumer Devices at Google, and has previously held executive positions spanning from head of product design and development to CMO and presidencies with several of the world's leading companies, including Calvin Klein, Swatch, Coach, Mattel, and Gap.And Susan who is the founder and director of the International Arts + Mind Lab at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine where she also serves as a faculty member, Originally came together through a cold outreach email on LinkedIn.That email turned into a 3 hour conversation,Which ultimately led to a 4 year journey of discovery, writing and research.  In today's conversation they will share the fruits of this unlikely and extraordinary collaboration -As they offer insights, research, and practices that shed light on the new science of neuroaesthetics. And the possibility we find ourselves standing in front of:A cultural shift in which the arts can deliver potent, accessible, and proven solutions for the well-being of everyone.Susan and Ivy argue that this new understanding about how the arts and aesthetics can help us Holds the potential to transform traditional medicine, build healthier communities, and mend an aching planet.And that unlocking this potential is not about seeking something outside of us, But rather, is about returning to the creative and artistic expression we freely experienced as children.Embracing art not as a luxury, or an escape,But as our evolutionary birthright.For more on Ivy, Susan, their beautiful book Your Brain on Art, please visit yourbrainonart.com. You can also check out a beautiful newly launched resource center for the Neuroarts that Susan is spearheading at neruoartsresourcecenter.comEnjoying the show? Please rate it wherever you listen to your podcasts!Did you find this episode inspiring? Here are other conversations we think you'll love:On the Science, and Magic, of Great Conversations | Alison Wood BrooksA Cardiologist's Journey to Healing, Health, and Happiness | Dr. Jonathan FisherThanks for listening!Support the show

Alarmist headlines claim dieting leads to depression—should you let that stop your changing up your eating pattern to achieve your health goals? In this episode, we'll examine those “sad diets,” and you'll discover actionable, mindset-based strategies to make real, lasting changes to what you eat—without the pitfalls or misery. Ready to turn dietary changes into personal empowerment instead of gloom? Press play for a surprising and hopeful perspective!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! Join our Facebook group here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Threads Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com     RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) DOES DIETING MAKE US SAD? HOW TO CHANGE OUR EATING PATTERNS FOR GOOD Ep. 263: Growth Mindset Correlation Doesn't Equal Causation T-Shirt! This is Your Brain on Food, Dr. Uma Naidoo Calm Your Mind with Food, Dr. Uma Naidoo Mental Health Consequences of Dietary Restriction: Increased Depressive Symptoms in Biological Men and Populations with Elevated BMI, bmj.com   HOW TO RATE AND REVIEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on Your iOS Device 1.   Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts). 2.   Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose “search” 3.   Search for “Wellness While Walking” 4.   Click on the SHOW, not the episode. 5.   Scroll all the way down to “Ratings and Reviews” section 6.   Click on “Write a Review” (if you don't see that option, click on “See All” first) 7.   Then you will be able to rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review! 8.   Thank you! I so appreciate this!   How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on a Computer  1.   Visit Wellness While Walking page on Apple Podcasts in your web browser (search for Apple Podcasts or click here)  https://www.apple.com/apple-podcasts/ 2.   Click on “Listen on Apple Podcasts” or “Open the App” 3.   This will open Apple Podcasts and put in search bar at top left “Wellness While Walking” 4.   This should bring you to the show, not a particular episode – click on the show's artwork 5.   Scroll down until you see “Rating and Reviews” 6.   Click on “See All” all the way to the right, near the Ratings and Review Section and its bar chart 7.   To leave a written review, please click on “Write a Review” 8.   You'll be able to leave a review, along with a title for it, plus you'll be able to rate the show on the 5-star scale (with 5 being the highest rating) 9.   Thank you so very much!! OTHER APPS WHERE RATINGS OR REVIEWS ARE POSSIBLE Spotify Goodpods Overcast (if you star certain episodes, or every one, that will help others find the show) Castbox Podcast Addict Podchaser Podbean   HOW TO SHARE WELLNESS WHILE WALKING Tell a friend or family member about Wellness While Walking, maybe while you're walking together or lamenting not feeling 100% Follow up with a quick text with more info, as noted below! (My favorite is pod.link/walking because it works with all the apps!) Screenshot a favorite episode playing on your phone and share to social media or to a friend via text or email! Wellness While Walking on Apple – click the up arrow to share with a friend via text or email, or share to social media Wellness While Walking on Spotify -- click the up arrow to share with a friend via text or email, or share to social media Use this universal link for any podcast app: pod.link/walking – give it to friends or share on social media Tell your pal about the Wellness While Walking website Thanks for listening and now for sharing! : )       DISCLAIMER Neither I nor many of my podcast guests are doctors or healthcare professionals of any kind, and nothing on this podcast or associated content should be considered medical advice. The information provided by Wellness While Walking Podcast and associated material, by Whole Life Workshop and by Bermuda Road Wellness LLC is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment, and before undertaking a new health care regimen, including walking.    Thanks for listening to Wellness While Walking, a walking podcast and a "best podcast for walking"!