The Empowered Brain Vanessa Calderon: Physician, Educator, Master Coach

In this enlightening episode, we delve deep into the concepts of ancestral and generational trauma, exploring their scientific foundations, how they manifest in our lives, and practical steps for healing. Our discussion includes insights into epigenetics, neuroscience, and the profound impact of trauma across generations. The episode is designed to provide listeners with a comprehensive understanding of these traumas and actionable strategies for starting their healing journey.
What You’ll Learn:
The definitions and distinctions between generational and ancestral trauma.
How trauma affects our genes and brain structure through epigenetics and neuroscience.
Real-life examples of generational trauma
The science behind how trauma is passed down through generations.
Practical approaches to healing generational and ancestral trauma.
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In this episode, we delve into the importance of thoughtwork and self-mastery to create results you desire for more abundance, fulfillment and success. Dr. Calderón provides a comprehensive overview of how the brain works, including the roles of the conscious, subconscious, and autonomic brain. The episode concludes with a practical exercise called a "results audit" to help you align your actions with your desired outcomes.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
Understanding the different parts of the brain and their roles in decision-making and habit formation.
How subconscious beliefs and inherited trauma shape our actions and results.
Why time and money alone cannot solve deeper problems and how to address the root causes.
The concept of "the drift" and the necessity of daily intentionality in self-mastery.
How to perform a "results audit" to identify areas for growth and intentional change.
Tune in to learn how to master your thoughts, and take actionable steps towards achieving the results you desire for more abundance, fulfillment and success. 
 
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The Journey
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Learn more and join my all inclusive coaching program, The Journey, where we take everything you've been learning and apply it to your life, so you start getting sustained results in your career, business and your life. The Journey is the only comprehensive coaching program for smart women that teaches you - in just 12 weeks - how to get more done, feel better, and live a life aligned with your purpose.
 
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In this episode, I explore why many high achievers struggle to let their success come easily. I delve into how societal beliefs, cultural values, and personal experiences contribute to this struggle. You’ll also learn actionable strategies to help you embrace your success without self-sabotage.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
The five main reasons why people struggle to let success come easily
The negative effects of not allowing success to be easy, including anxiety, stress, and burnout.
How blocking easy success can hinder future growth and opportunities.
Actionable strategies to help you embrace your success without self-sabotage
Join me as I delve into these topics and provide insights and tools to help you elevate your potential and embrace your success with grace and gratitude.
 
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In today's episode, we delve into the emotion of sadness, discussing why it's essential to feel and process it rather than avoiding it. We explore the societal and psychological reasons behind our tendency to suppress sadness and provide practical strategies for acknowledging and managing this fundamental human emotion.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
Why avoiding sadness is detrimental to your mental and physical health.
The societal expectations and psychological defense mechanisms that lead to sadness avoidance.
The impact of ancestral and generational trauma on your ability to feel sadness.
Practical steps to process and express sadness safely.
How to build emotional resilience and practice self-compassion.
Tune in to learn more about embracing sadness and transforming it into a source of strength and healing.
 
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In this enlightening episode, we delve into the profound connection between self-compassion and various aspects of life, including mental health, success, and personal fulfillment. We passionately discuss why self-compassion is essential, especially for those from historically marginalized communities, and debunks common misconceptions about it being a sign of weakness. Through engaging discussions and insights into relevant research, the episode empowers listeners with practical strategies to cultivate self-compassion and achieve their goals with kindness and resilience.
What You'll Learn:
The foundational elements of self-compassion and how they contribute to a healthier mindset and reduced self-criticism.
The significant role self-compassion plays in mental health, including its effects on stress levels and emotional stability.
How self-compassion can drive achievement and productivity by fostering a supportive internal environment that encourages risk-taking and resilience.
Actionable strategies to cultivate self-compassion
Tune in to this episode to transform how you approach personal challenges and professional ambitions through the nurturing power of self-compassion.
 
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In today's episode, we tackle the pervasive myth that being hard on oneself is necessary for success. We explore the origins and impacts of this belief, discussing how it is shaped by social conditioning, evolutionary biology, and generational trauma. 



What You'll Learn:
 
Understanding the Negative Impact: Learn how the ingrained habit of self-criticism can adversely affect both mental and physical health, and why it's crucial to shift towards self-compassion.
Identifying Subtle Signs: Discover the less obvious ways self-criticism manifests, such as perfectionism, hyper-vigilance, and an inability to rest, and how to address them
Implementing Self-Compassion: Gain insights into practical exercises and mindset shifts that can help you cultivate a more compassionate approach to personal challenges and goals.
The Science of Self-Compassion: Explore compelling data that supports the benefits of self-compassion over self-criticism in achieving success and maintaining well-being.
Practical Strategies: The episode concludes with actionable advice on developing a growth mindset and recognizing triggers for self-criticism to foster lasting personal growth and fulfillment.
 
Tune in to understand why breaking free from the cycle of being hard on yourself to get more done is not just possible, but essential for true success and inner peace.
 
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