Resilience Radio

Irvin Eisenberg: Occupational Therapist, Structural Integrator

Resilience Radio is a place for healthcare professionals to talk about the heart of their work as well as be a resource and inspiration for Vermonters in thinking about how to nurture our resilience both as individuals and as a larger community.

  1. May 4

    Ep. 107: Calm You, Calm Baby: Parenting Stress, Co-Regulation, and Nervous System Support | Amy LePage

    In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Amy LePage explore parenting stress, co-regulation, and practical ways to calm yourself while helping soothe a baby. This conversation looks at how a caregiver's body mechanics, breath, voice, and nervous system state can shape the energy of an interaction, and how small shifts can sometimes help both parent and child settle. Key topics include: ✅ Co-regulation and why soothing a baby often starts with the adult nervous system ✅ Practical body mechanics while holding or calming a baby, including widening the stance and shifting the bounce downward ✅ Using tone of voice, sound, and simple vowel sounds to support regulation ✅ Reducing shame and perfectionism for overwhelmed parents and caregivers ✅ What parents can learn from babies about attention, movement, and nervous system flexibility Amy LePage is a movement teacher and bodyworker whose work includes pregnancy, birth preparation, postpartum support, and helping people find more ease and connection in their bodies. Amy LePage: https://www.emergewithamylepage.com Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ResilienceOTRadio Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL Music Credit: "Some Biological Process" by Aaron Marcus https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process SHORT EPISODE SUMMARY Amy LePage joins Irvin Eisenberg to discuss parenting stress, co-regulation, and practical ways to calm yourself while soothing a baby, including body mechanics, voice, movement, and gentle nervous-system support.

    24 min

  2. Mar 30

    Ep. 106: Movement Patterns, Exploration, and the Evolution Beyond Yoga | Amy LePage

    In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Amy LePage explore the role of rest, recovery, and nervous system awareness—especially in the context of busy lives and new parenthood. They discuss how rest is often misunderstood, why tuning into your body matters more than rigid routines, and how small moments of intentional recovery can have a meaningful impact on health and resilience. Key topics include: ✅ The difference between rest and sleep ✅ Listening to your body vs. following strict protocols ✅ Nervous system regulation in daily life ✅ Recovery strategies for parents and busy professionals ✅ Building sustainable habits without burnout Amy shares practical insights from her work that help bridge structured programs with intuitive body awareness. Learn more about Amy LePage: https://www.emergewithamylepage.com https://www.emergewithamylepage.com/courses Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL Music Credit: https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process

    23 min

  3. Mar 16

    Ep. 105: Sleep, Stress, and Nervous System Regulation | Amy LePage

    In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg sits down with somatic movement practitioner Amy LePage to explore the relationship between sleep, stress, and nervous system regulation. Many people struggle with sleep even when they feel exhausted. Amy shares how nervous system patterns, stress responses, and body awareness can influence sleep quality, and why improving sleep often requires working with the body rather than simply trying to force relaxation. Amy explains how somatic movement practices can help people reconnect with their bodies, recognize stress patterns, and support deeper rest and recovery. Key topics include: ✅ Why stress and nervous system regulation influence sleep ✅ How the body's stress response can interfere with rest ✅ Why feeling tired doesn't always translate into quality sleep ✅ How somatic movement practices can support sleep and recovery ✅ Practical ways to reconnect with the body when sleep is disrupted Amy's work blends movement education, nervous system awareness, and body-based exploration to support sleep, movement, and overall wellbeing. Learn more about Amy LePage Website https://www.emergewithamylepage.com Somatic Movement & Courses https://www.emergewithamylepage.com/courses Prenatal / Postnatal Movement https://www.emergewithamylepage.com/home/prenatal-postnatal-movement Move & Breathe with Baby (On-Demand Classes) https://www.emergewithamylepage.com/move-and-breathe-with-baby-on-demand Free Resources https://www.emergewithamylepage.com/free-resources?category=mid%20day%20reset Music Credit https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process Listen on Libsyn https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Book an Appointment with Irvin https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL

    33 min

  4. Mar 2

    Ep. 104: Top Surgery Scar Work: A Client Perspective on Healing, Safety, and Tissue Change

    In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Syn Graham explore what scar work actually feels like after gender affirmation top surgery—and how a gentle, collaborative approach can create meaningful changes in both tissue and body awareness. Key topics include: ✅ Why scar tissue isn't "bad" and how it supports healing ✅ Differences between forceful vs. gentle scar techniques ✅ How scar work impacts mobility, contour, and comfort ✅ The role of safety and communication in clinical care ✅ Why scar work can still help years after surgery Syn shares their lived experience navigating recovery, working with scar tissue, and finding a sense of ease and integration in their body. Music Credit: https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ResilienceOTRadio Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL

    40 min

  5. Feb 16

    Ep. 103: Dad Guild— Fatherhood, Identity, and Social Expectations in Everyday Life

    In this episode of Resilience Radio, Irvin Eisenberg and Keegan Albaugh continue their conversation, building on themes from Part 1 and exploring how fatherhood, identity, and social expectations show up in real-world experiences. This discussion moves into the lived side of parenting—what it feels like to step into caregiving roles, how fathers are perceived in public, and the challenges many men face navigating expectations around vulnerability, responsibility, and identity. Key topics include: ✅ How fathers are perceived in caregiving roles ✅ Why many men feel unprepared for parenthood ✅ The tension between vulnerability and social expectations ✅ Real-world experiences of parenting in public spaces ✅ The role of community in supporting identity and connection   Music Credit: https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ResilienceOTRadio Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL Dad Guild: https://www.dadguild.org

    23 min

  6. Feb 2

    Ep. 102: Dad Guild— Lonely Men, Public Anger, and Holding Two Truths at Once

    In this episode of Resilience Radio, a representative of the Dad Guild discusses the tension surrounding conversations about lonely men, public anger, and social responsibility. Rather than choosing sides, the conversation explores how multiple truths can exist at once — acknowledging harm while still recognizing isolation and unmet needs. Key topics include: ✅ Why discussions about lonely men provoke such strong backlash ✅ The difference between compassion and excusing harmful behavior ✅ How social narratives collapse nuance into blame or denial ✅ Why "both things can be true" is psychologically difficult ✅ The emotional and social costs of ignoring isolation This episode focuses on understanding the problem space — cultural, emotional, and psychological — before moving into meaning-making and integration in a follow-up conversation. Music Credit: Aaron Marcus – Finlay's Menopausal Fridge (Some Biological Process) https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1Cci8EtrTZLhSG4HfMNx_UF2qwTTP_ty Book an Appointment with Irvin: https://scheduling.go.promptemr.com/onlineScheduling?w=356&s=DL

    18 min

  7. Jan 19

    Ep. 101: 100 Episodes of Resilience Radio — A Retrospective with Irvin Eisenberg

    In this milestone episode of Resilience Radio, Jeremy Lesniak interviews Irvin Eisenberg to reflect on reaching 100 episodes of the podcast. They discuss what it takes to sustain a long-form show over time, why most podcasts fade out early, and how consistency, pacing, and curiosity matter more than chasing trends. Irvin shares how the podcast has evolved, what themes have stayed central, and how future episodes may expand into panels, practitioner conversations, and movement-informed discussions. This episode is less about celebration and more about reflection — taking stock before moving forward. 🎧 Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience 📍 Book an Appointment with Irvin (Montpelier & Northfield, VT): https://patients.betterhealthcare.co/booking/facilities/9222/appointment-type 🎵 Music Credit: https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process

    1h 3m

  8. Jan 5

    Ep. 100: Movement, Exploration, and Why "More Steps" Misses the Point — with Turner Osler

    Episode 100 of Resilience Radio continues a core theme of the show: rethinking health, movement, and ergonomics beyond simplistic metrics. In this conversation, Irvin Eisenberg sits down with Turner Osler, founder of QOR360, to explore why counting steps, standing more, or "fixing posture" often misses the deeper issue. They discuss movement as exploration, variability as nourishment for the nervous system, and why ergonomics should support curiosity rather than control. Key topics include: Why "more steps" isn't the same as better movement The limits of standing desks and static posture fixes Movement as exploration, not correction Variability, nervous system safety, and adaptability How active sitting changes the relationship between work and movement This episode is for clinicians, desk workers, athletes, and anyone interested in a more nuanced, humane approach to ergonomics and health. 🔗 QOR360 chairs (affiliate): https://tinyurl.com/QOR360 💸 Use code RESILIENCE for 5% off 🎧 Listen on Libsyn: https://directory.libsyn.com/shows/view/id/resilience 📺 Watch on YouTube: Resilience Radio - YouTube 📍 Book an appointment with Irvin: https://resiliencevermont.com Music Credit: Finlay's Menopausal Fridge (Some Biological Process) — Aaron Marcus https://aaronmarcus.bandcamp.com/track/finlays-menopausal-fridge-some-biological-process

    19 min
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Resilience Radio is a place for healthcare professionals to talk about the heart of their work as well as be a resource and inspiration for Vermonters in thinking about how to nurture our resilience both as individuals and as a larger community.

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  • Creator
    Irvin Eisenberg: Occupational Therapist, Structural Integrator
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    109
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Resilieince LLC Copyright
  • Show Website
    Resilience Radio