Brain-Body Resilience JPB

In today's episode we talk about the power of acceptance in resilience. learning to recognize and acknowledge challenges without judgment can profoundly impact our ability to manage stress and anxiety. Acceptance isn't about loving the situation but understanding it deeply enough to let go of resistance and shift our focus towards actionable steps toward useful and usable tools for what to do right now. Learn how to harness self-awareness and distinguish between active and resigning...

Can our thoughts really reshape our physical state? find out in this special throwback episode from August 2021, where we dive into the connection between your thoughts and your nervous system health. We'll explore how neuroplasticity empowers our brains to adapt and grow with every new experience, and how our thoughts can directly influence our nervous system. You'll learn the impact that stress and fear can have on our hormonal responses, and learn how shifting your perception of dange...

How do you react to stress and discomfort? Could your coping mechanisms use some fine-tuning? In today’s episode, we’re exploring how dealing with discomfort can help us grow stronger and more resilient.We’ll start with a simple yet powerful example: cold plunges. For some, the mere thought of cold can trigger stress and anger. We’ll use this to dive deeper into how we often react to discomfort and stress in our lives.Join me to discuss personal stories and practical tips on buildin...

Discover how therapists can better care for themselves while supporting others with our special guest, Chris McDonald, a holistic therapist, yoga and meditation teacher, podcaster, and author. Chris shares invaluable insights on the necessity of self-care for those who hold space for others' emotional and traumatic experiences. Learn how incorporating personal practices like yoga and mindfulness can elevate the authenticity and effectiveness of these techniques when applied in therapy session...

Today we're sifting through the layers layers of misunderstanding around mental health and self-care. Shifting towards an understanding that health is not a state of being, it is an action, skills to be practiced. Health is not an identity, it is the result of consistent actions. We'll get into the challenges of stress and anxiety, learning that state regulation as a skill to be honed rather than a state of being or a way to force discomfort away. Maintaining health in your bo...

After wrestling with the cultural expectation to prioritize intellect over emotion, I've come to a profound realization about the power of embracing our feelings, especially in moments of stress and joy. Today we navigate the complex terrain of our emotional world, where I share my journey of self-discovery and the transformative impact of acknowledging every feeling that arises. We explore the idea of "foreboding joy," a term brought to light by the insightful Brené Brown, and discuss w...