Nervous System Regulation, Functional Neurology & Psychedelic Insights into the Subconscious Mind with Founder of Brain-Based Wellness, Elisabeth Kristof
In this episode, we are joined by Elisabeth Kristof, a certified applied neurology practitioner and founder of Brain-Based Wellness. Elisabeth shares her wealth of knowledge and experience in using applied neurology to help individuals break free from pain, stress responses, and unwanted behaviors. Throughout the conversation, Elisabeth highlights the importance of training the nervous system and body to improve performance, increase well-being, and manage stress and emotions through science-based brain training. We also explore the connection between the body and the mind, and the unique way each individual's body, mind, and nervous system functions. In addition to discussing the power of applied neurology, Elisabeth also shares her experience with psychedelic therapy and integration, emphasizing the importance of a safe and supportive environment for individuals looking to benefit from these altered states of consciousness. Don't miss out on this insightful conversation with Elisabeth as we delve into the power of applied neurology, the mind-body connection, and the risks and benefits of psychedelic therapy and integration. Highlights: Getting to know Elisabeth Kristof (4:37) Elisabeth’s personal journey and experience with nervous system dysregulation (5:12) Trauma and its effects on relationships (10:00) Ignoring dysregulation and its negative health impacts (11:14) The importance of movement and practical neuro drills in training the different input systems of the nervous system (13:03) Deficits in the nervous system can come from various sources, including medication, old injuries, societal stressors, and trauma (13:46) Stress creates protective outputs, such as pain, migraines, binge eating, and depression, to reduce the amount of stimulus coming in and keep the person safe (14:30) Introducing new, novel, and complex movements to regulate our nervous system (20:26) Training our sensory system, skin, olfactory sense, respiration, vagus nerve, and eyes to regulate our nervous system (20:43) Treating our nervous system as a part of holistic health (22:03) Integration and creating safety inside of our bodies and nervous system as a foundation for healing (23:57) "Live the work and do the practices" (32:20) Elisabeth’s mission to teach people how to become experts of their own nervous system (33:01) Elisabeth’s Food Freedom program and how it helps people who have disordered eating patterns (33:59) Wrap-up and conclusion (35:00) Guest Bio: Elisabeth Kristof is a true expert in the field of applied neurology and its ability to help people move beyond pain, unwanted behavior, and stress responses. As the founder of Brain-Based Wellness, a comprehensive online platform, Elisabeth trains the nervous system and body to break free from old patterns, improve performance, and increase overall well-being. With her certification as an applied neurology practitioner and a wealth of experience in the wellness and movement industry dating back to 2007, Elisabeth is sought after by entrepreneurs, athletes, leaders, and creatives looking to improve their resilience, manage their stress, and regulate their emotions through science-based brain training. Throughout her research and work with hundreds of clients, Elisabeth discovered that true healing and change must occur in both the body and the mind, and that each person's body, mind, and nervous system is unique. With the right tools, however, we are all capable of healing, something Elisabeth emphasizes in her exclusive free video training. Don't miss out on the opportunity to take advantage of Elisabeth's step-by-step system to zap stress, resolve anxiety, drop unwanted behaviors, and magnify clarity and focus. Follow the link to get your free videos now: https://brainbased-wellness.com/free-subscription/ Drop us a follow: https://www.instagram.com/juyapodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/followyourwhy/