Best Brain Trust Partners Podcasts (2025)

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ADHD and Procrastination: Understanding the Cycle and Breaking Free 1:05:28

17m ago1:05:28

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ADHD and Procrastination: Understanding the Cycle and Breaking Free In this episode of Authentically ADHD, we dive deep into the relationship between ADHD and procrastination. For many with ADHD, procrastination isn't just about poor time management—it's a complex cycle rooted in the brain's executive function challenges. We explore how time blindn…

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Essentials: How to Control Your Sense of Pain & Pleasure 37:13

2d ago37:13

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I explore the sensations of pain and pleasure, explaining how they are sensed in the body and interpreted by the brain as well as methods to control their intensity. I discuss both the hardwired mechanisms and subjective factors that shape an individual’s perception of pain and pleasure. I also explain why p…

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ADHD and Headaches: It's really NOT all in your head BONUS EPISODE 22:10

2d ago22:10

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Published through Substack | Available on all platforms Hey ADHDers—ever canceled plans because your brain gave you a headache? (Yeah, same.) In this BONUS episode of Authentically ADHD, Carmen—your coach, teacher, and fellow neurospicy human—dives headfirst into the wild connection between ADHD and headaches. Spoiler alert: It’s not all in your he…

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EP. 324: When Life’s Beating You Up, Listen To This. 31:38

2d ago31:38

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This new episode was an in-the-moment decision to pivot and record what was on my heart. You’ll hear the unfiltered truth about navigating hard days, the inner critic, + why choosing mission over mood is the ultimate devotion to your authentic Self.CHAPTERS:0:00 Authenticity and Resilience in Real-Time Conversations5:10 Embracing Challenges and Res…

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#24: Pass/Fail—Breaking Down the Best and Worst in Branding 27:37

3d ago27:37

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Messaging can make or break a brand. Whether you're launching a campaign, building a personal brand, or responding in real time, what you say and how you say it matters. One wrong sound bite can sink your credibility, while one clear, compelling message can unlock massive opportunity. The stakes are high, and yet most people treat messaging like an…

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How to Grow From Doing Hard Things | Michael Easter 3:07:40

5d ago3:07:40

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My guest is Michael Easter, a professor at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and best-selling author. We discuss how particular daily life choices undermine our level of joy, our sense of purpose, our physical and our mental health and the daily, weekly, monthly and yearly steps we can all take to vastly increase our level of motivation, gratitud…

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The Hidden World of Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome & ADHD 58:55

7d ago58:55

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In this episode of Authentically ADHD, Carmen peels back the curtain on Cognitive Disengagement Syndrome (CDS)—sometimes called Sluggish Cognitive Tempo—to reveal why so many of us with ADHD feel stuck in a fog of daydreams, slow processing, and low energy. After a quick, relatable anecdote about spacing out in a meeting (and the panic that follows…

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Essentials: The Science & Practice of Perfecting Your Sleep 40:47

9d ago40:47

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Dr. Matt Walker, PhD, Professor of Neuroscience and Psychology at the University of California, Berkeley and host of The Matt Walker Podcast, which focuses on the science and impact of sleep. We explore the importance of sleep and how its nightly structure, including REM and non-REM stages, helps …

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How Chiropractic Care Chose Her, Practice Philosophies & Working with Pregnancy & Infants with Dr Kaitlyn Shikada - S7 E64 39:50

10d ago39:50

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Going from a potential career in pharmacy to chiropractic. Experience as a chiropractic patient with college athletic performance. Chiropractic chose me. Inspired to help kids and women during their pregnancy. 7 years in practice, miracles, running my own business and creating community. Grew up in Hawaii, but stayed in the mainland for opportuniti…

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Has the relationship passed being retrievable? 10:10

8d ago10:10

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At the beginning of the couples therapy session, I like to ask a first question - 'How did you guys meet?' Telling the story will reveal the greater truth about where the couple are at in the conflict. Has the loving got snuffed out or is there a glimmer of light that may still be turned up. Is there a split agenda? Are there ulterior motives for o…

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EP 323 Q&A: Reinvention vs. Expansion, Trusting Your Path + Navigating Loneliness. 35:18

11d ago35:18

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In this “Dear Roxy” episode, I answer your juiciest questions—about career shifts, creative risk, and the truth about becoming MORE of yourSELF. Why this episode will hit your heart today: You don’t need to “reinvent” yourSELF—you’re not a brand. You’re a living evolution. Curiosity is your secret weapon for staying lit up, youthful + soulfully eng…

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BONUS EPISODE: Love on a Roller Coaster, The ADHD Guide to Spotting Toxic Partners 31:18

10d ago31:18

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Picture this: You’re on the wildest roller coaster of your life – dizzying highs, sudden drops, and your heart racing. For many of us with ADHD, early romance can feel exactly like that. Our brains light up with excitement and novelty, but those same traits that make us passionate can also leave us vulnerable to toxic relationships. Research shows …

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#23: Dadville—The New Rules of Being a Great Dad 46:01

10d ago46:01

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Dads often get a bad rap. In sitcoms, commercials, and even day-to-day culture, they’re typically cast as bumbling sidekicks or lovable oafs who mean well but don’t quite get it right. When that narrative takes root, it can be easy for fathers to shrug and settle for doing the bare minimum (especially when they get praise for just pushing a strolle…

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Improving Science & Restoring Trust in Public Health | Dr. Jay Bhattacharya 4:26:33

12d ago4:26:33

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My guest is Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, MD, PhD, Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Professor Emeritus of Health Policy at Stanford University. We discuss which scientific questions ought to be the priority for NIH, how to incentivize bold, innovative science especially from younger labs, how to solve the replication crisis and resto…

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AuDHD and Processing Speed 36:37

12d ago36:37

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Today, we’re diving into the world of AuDHD – a unique neurotype that combines both Autism and ADHD. This blog post will unpack why your brain might feel sluggish, how overstimulation can quickly spiral, and how sensory overload interferes with communication. We’ll also take a closer look at Polyvagal Theory, a scientific concept that explains how …

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Essentials: Improving Health With Stronger Brain-Body Connection 40:19

16d ago40:19

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I discuss interoception, the brain’s ability to sense and interpret signals from the body, which shapes our sense of self and underlies vital functions like focus, sleep, healing and emotions. I explain how the body communicates different types of information to the brain, influencing processes like digestio…

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Why We Ghost: ADHD, Social Avoidance & the Neuroscience Behind Ghosting 37:11

18d ago37:11

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In this episode of Authentically ADHD, we dive deep into a behavior that many ADHDers know all too well: ghosting. Whether it's avoiding difficult conversations or disappearing unexpectedly from social situations, ghosting isn't about lack of care—it's about how our brains process and react to emotional stress. Carmen explores the neuroscience behi…

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EP. 322: Nicole Vignola | Neuroscientist: Your Brain, Your Breakups, Your Power. 13:32

17d ago13:32

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Nicole Vignola | Your Brain, Your Breakups, Your Power In this episode, I’m joined by my dearest friend and neuroscientist Nicole Vignola for a real, grounded conversation that bridges science and self. We get into the brain mechanics behind how you process emotions, navigate breakups, and rewire the way you respond to life—especially when it gets …

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#22: Seizing the Moment—Lessons from Nike’s Viral Scheffler Ad 24:31

17d ago24:31

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Attention is the name of the game in today’s market. If you want to stand out, you need to move fast, think creatively, and tap into what your audience is already talking about. Whether it’s a funny meme, a strategic shoutout, or a well-timed post, the brands that win know how to seize the moment and jump into the spotlight. So how do you identify …

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Healing From Grief & Loss | Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor 2:34:25

19d ago2:34:25

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My guest is Dr. Mary-Frances O’Connor, PhD, Professor of Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry at the University of Arizona and a world expert on the science of grief and loss. We discuss what happens in the brain and body when we grieve, the role of dopamine and yearning in the grieving process, the health risks of getting stuck at particular stages …

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ADHD & Autism in Daily Life: Neuroscience, Stories, and Strategies 43:47

20d ago43:47

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Transcript: Welcome to today’s episode! We’re diving deep into ADHD and autism – what makes them unique, where they overlap, and how they shape day-to-day life. We’ll mix neuroscience, the latest research, and real-life stories to make it all click. This show is for neurodivergent adults, and also parents and educators who want to really understand…

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Couples Conflict & Sex don't mix 5:53

20d ago5:53

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When there is conflict in the couples relationship, sex and intimacy becomes the first casualty which fly out the window. It is very difficult (sometimes feels impossible) to physically touch the person with whom you are in conflict. Yet, touch is exactly what you need to do to begin to break down the walls set in place by conflict. Touch is then s…

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Essentials: Machines, Creativity & Love | Dr. Lex Fridman 48:38

23d ago48:38

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In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode my guest is Lex Fridman, PhD, a research scientist at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), an expert in robotics and host of the Lex Fridman Podcast. We discuss the development of artificial intelligence through machine learning, deep learning and self-supervised techniques. We also examine the gr…

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Attorney to Transformational Mentoring, Miscarriage & Parenting a child with ADHD - Arlene Cohen Miller - S7 E63 33:29

24d ago33:29

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* I discovered that I was pregnant at age 29 a month after opening my own solo legal practice in a suburb of Cleveland, OH * My partner and I grew up in Louisville, KY. Our families were there, so we had no day-to-day support from them * My law school colleagues were practicing law 5 to 6 hours' drive away from where I was living. * I had to build …

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EP. 321: How to Tell the Difference Between Fear and Intuition and Start Trusting Yourself More. 24:00

25d ago24:00

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In this ASK ROXY Q&A episode, I answer community questions from around the world and initiate personal empowerment, Self-trust, and the courage it takes to live a life that’s truly yours. I dive deep into dismantling false notions of safety and why radical honesty with yourself is the key to your most authentic power. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS EPISODE: …

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BONUS EPISODE Shame and Guilt in AuDHD: Understanding and Managing Emotions 35:55

26d ago35:55

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Shame and guilt are heavy emotions that many neurodivergent people know all too well. In AuDHD (adults with co-occurring autism and ADHD), these feelings often run deep. Unlike simple embarrassment, shame goes to the core of “who I am,” while guilt is about “what I did”. For example, an AuDHD person might feel guilty for forgetting a friend’s birth…

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#21: Slate—Why This $20K Truck Is Getting All the Attention 36:31

24d ago36:31

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In crowded markets, being different isn’t enough. You have to communicate how you’re different. Too many businesses blend in because they focus on what the competition is doing instead of what customers actually care about. You might offer better pricing, better service, or a better product, but if you don’t say it clearly, it won’t matter. Messagi…

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Behaviors That Alter Your Genes to Improve Your Health & Performance | Dr. Melissa Ilardo 1:54:10

26d ago1:54:10

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My guest is Dr. Melissa Ilardo, Ph.D., professor of biomedical informatics at the University of Utah. We discuss the interplay between genes and behaviors, including how certain behaviors can improve resilience by changing gene and organ function, as well as natural selection events happening in humans today. We also discuss the immune system–relat…

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ADHD and Emotional Intelligence: Why Feelings Can Feel Like Fireworks in a Windstorm 26:56

28d ago26:56

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Welcome back to Authentically ADHD, where we turn emotional chaos into curious exploration. In this episode, Carmen dives deep into one of ADHD’s most misunderstood challenges: emotional intelligence. Spoiler alert — it’s not about being too sensitive, too reactive, or too much. It’s about how the ADHD brain processes emotional information on a tot…

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Essentials: Maximize Productivity, Physical & Mental Health With Daily Tools 37:17

30d ago37:17

37:17

In this Huberman Lab Essentials episode, I provide a science-based daily protocol designed to enhance performance, mood and overall health by strategically timing simple yet powerful tools and behaviors. I explain how to increase energy and alertness in the morning, optimize your workspace and work sessions for maximum focus, and structure your day…

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3 Children, 1 Stillborn, Divorce, Postpartum Doula & Author with Foster Wilson - S7 E62 34:04

1M ago34:04

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- 3 birth experiences - 1) intended home birth with midwife, ended as cesarean due to cholestasis - 2) heartbreak of a 24-week fatal diagnosis, termination, vaginal delivery to a stillborn baby (my son Wilde) - 3) rainbow baby through a VBAC after induced labor with repeat cholestasis - career shifted to being a postpartum doula at 39 - work to shi…

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EP. 320: ASK ROXY Q+A: Manifesting, Overcoming Self-Doubt, Calling In Your Dream Partner. 27:12

1M ago27:12

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In this new ASK ROXY: Q+A episode, I’m answering powerful questions from our community, starting with one of my favorite topics: manifestation, all the way to calling in your dream partner. If you’re ready to initiate your next level of Self-trust, this one’s for you. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS EPISODE: Learn why manifestation isn’t magic—it’s energetic …

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#20: Snipd—What Your Brand Name is Really Saying to Customers 25:26

1M ago25:26

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Coming up with a product name or tagline seems simple. Until you have to do it. You brainstorm, you debate, and you finally land on something… only to find yourself explaining it to people over and over. That’s the real test of a name: if you have to explain it, it’s not working. The truth is, your name or tagline is doing more heavy lifting than y…

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The Science & Art of Comedy & Creativity | Tom Segura 2:19:18

1M ago2:19:18

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My guest is Tom Segura, renowned comedian, writer, actor and director. We discuss the “how-to” of comedy writing and storytelling, and what the science of humor and the creative process reveal about human emotion and memory. We explore why surprise and the act of "saying the unspoken truth" activate the brain’s reward circuits, as well as the subco…

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Dopamine Dilemma: Understanding the ADHD Reward System 32:56

1M ago32:56

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In this episode we talk about, this vicious cycle of avoidance, guilt, and stress is not your fault — it’s rooted in the neurobiology of ADHD. But understanding this gives us the power to break the cycle. We don’t have to rely on guilt or punishment to motivate ourselves. Instead, we can focus on what works for our unique brain wiring: creating env…

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Understanding ADHD and Executive Functions: The Neuroscience Explaining a Very Common Disorder 24:59

1M ago24:59

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In this episode of Authentically ADHD, host Carmen explores the neuroscience behind ADHD and executive functions—those critical mental processes essential for managing daily life tasks. Executive functions are described humorously as the "backstage crew" of the brain, responsible for working memory, planning, emotional regulation, inhibition, time …

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Why Am I Always at Odds With Myself? ADHD and the Tug-of-War Within 1:29:00

1M ago1:29:00

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In this deep-dive episode, Carmen explores the constant inner conflict many adults with ADHD experience—what psychology calls cognitive dissonance. It's that mental tug-of-war between what we intend to do and what we actually do, often amplified in ADHD brains due to emotional dysregulation, executive dysfunction, masking, and rejection sensitivity…

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Essentials: Understanding & Healing the Mind | Dr. Karl Deisseroth 43:45

1M ago43:45

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In this episode of Huberman Lab Essentials, my guest is Dr. Karl Deisseroth, M.D., Ph.D., a clinical psychiatrist and professor of bioengineering and of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford University. We discuss his experiences as a clinician treating complex psychiatric conditions and his lab’s pioneering work in developing transformati…

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Ep.319: How To Increase Your Emotional Resilience + Fiercely Trust Yourself. 17:39

1M ago17:39

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This powerful clip is from episode 308. Self-trust isn’t a concept—it’s a commitment to be on your own team, no matter how challenging it will be at times. This episode helps you develop this commitment with your most authentic Self. This powerful clip is from episode 308. WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS EPISODE: Learn how to discern your authentic voice from…

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ADHD and Executive Functions: Neuroscience, Struggles, and Coping Skills Pt. 1 50:56

1M ago50:56

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In this 2 part journey, Carmen kicks things off by defining “executive functions” — those behind-the-scenes brain processes that help us plan, prioritize, switch tasks, regulate emotions, and hold information in mind. From there, she unpacks the neuroscience: how dopamine signaling in the prefrontal cortex gets knocked off balance in ADHD, why neur…

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#19: Magic Spoon—How One Tagline Dethroned Sugar and Disrupted a $65B Industry 23:04

1M ago23:04

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It’s not enough to have a great product. You have to position it so customers instantly understand the value. That’s what separates the brands that break through from the ones that disappear. Magic Spoon didn’t invent cereal, they just told a better story: one where protein replaces sugar, and taste isn’t sacrificed for health. And they did it with…

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How Different Diets Impact Your Health | Dr. Christopher Gardner 2:51:28

1M ago2:51:28

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My guest is Dr. Christopher Gardner, Ph.D., professor of medicine and director of nutrition studies at Stanford. He is known for his pioneering research on the impact of dietary interventions on weight loss and health. We compare ketogenic, vegetarian, vegan and omnivorous diets—and why there is no one-size-fits-all approach. All agree, however, th…

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When the Brain Shuts Down: Understanding ADHD Energy Collapses 7:30

1M ago7:30

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Ever felt like someone pulled your battery out mid-sentence? One minute you’re go-go-go, and the next—you’re a human puddle on the couch, brain offline, soul buffering. That, my friend, is an ADHD energy shutdown— a deeply misunderstood, very real experience where our nervous system essentially throws up the "Closed for Business" sign. 🎧 Segment 1:…

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'I just don't get it - This thing called Marriage or Partnership' 11:49

1M ago11:49

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Over 90% of couples that The Kairos Centre counsel, are in conflict because Core Emotional Needs are not being met. Some of those Core Emotional Needs are such things as lack of Security, Respect, Comfort, Affection, Respect. They are not negotiable human needs. They want to be met and we will fight/flight/freeze to get them met. We do an interesti…

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