In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.
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The Emotional Science of Leadership: How to Inspire and Overcome Resistance (Susan Schramm)
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37:03Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Susan Schramm, founder of Go To Market Impact, describes how emotional states influence organizational change. Coupled with Dr. Irena’s neuroscience insights, Susan shares how vision and alignment help leaders overcome resistance, inspire their teams, and turn strategic ideas …
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Why Journaling Works: Brain Science Behind a Transformational Practice (Lynda Monk)
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37:47Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dr. Irena and Lynda Monk explore the benefits of journaling and its role in emotional regulation, self-awareness, and resilience. They discuss Lynda’s Life Source Writing method, which provides a structured approach to journaling that can be a transformative practice for coach…
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Managing Emotions and Listening Better: Neuroscience Tools for Conflict Resolution (Julia Menard)
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40:05Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Conflict leadership specialist Julia Menard and host Dr. Irena share insights on how our brains interpret and control conversations to shape our understanding. They discuss the role of the predictive brain and how neuroscience can help coaches manage difficult communications a…
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How Kindness Builds Resilience, Confidence, and Creativity (Emma-Louise Elsey)
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38:12Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Emma-Louise Elsey challenges the idea that kindness is weakness, reframing self-compassion as a powerful tool for growth and resilience. Drawing from neuroscience and her unique coaching methodology, she offers tips in “Fierce Kindness” to help us thrive, reduce stress, and in…
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Boost Focus & Performance with Music & Neuroscience (Hilary DeCesare)
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42:16Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Hilary DeCesare joins Dr. Irena to explore the powerful link between music and the brain, revealing how the right tunes can trigger neurochemicals for motivation, healing, and growth. Discover actionable steps and personal stories that illuminate music’s potential to transform…
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How Can Brain Science Elevate Coaching from Insight to Action?
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41:15Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak In this compilation, explore transformative insights from eight previous guests who reveal how neuroscience empowers lasting change, self-awareness, and resilience. If you’re a coach, wellness professional, or simply fascinated by the science of change, this episode is rich wi…
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Producer’s Pick: Burnout in the Age of Hustle (Ana Melikian)
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46:18Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak We revisit this episode featuring guest Dr. Ana Melikian as she and Dr. Irena explore deliberate practice, culture, and self-awareness. They discuss practical strategies for managing energy, avoiding full burnout, and fostering a balanced productive life through mindfulness an…
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Transform Clients and Yourself Through Storytelling (Lisa Bloom)
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39:50Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Explore the transformative role of storytelling in coaching with insights from Lisa Bloom. Discover how stories drive engagement, unlock personal insights, and create lasting impacts. Learn to harness this powerful neuroscience-backed tool to achieve client transformation and …
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Practical Mind-Body Tools for Coaches and Clients (Richard Chandler)
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35:40Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Discover the profound mind-body connection with guest Richard Chandler. Practical techniques like breathwork and mindfulness reveal how physical actions can influence mental states. This episode offers transformative strategies for wellness professionals and coaches aiming to …
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Transforming Childhood Trauma into Personal Growth (Dr. Natalie Green)
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38:20Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dr. Natalie Green discusses the profound impact of childhood trauma on brain development and emotional health. You’ll gain valuable tools to help clients move beyond their trauma, fostering post-traumatic growth and resilience. The discussion emphasizes holistic healing for la…
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Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau)
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31:25Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Delve into the critical topic of sleep with guest Russ Riendeau, examining its underestimated impact on health and particular relevance to coaches. Using insights from science, you’ll learn strategies to improve sleep habits and the profound benefits for mental, emotional, and…
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Cognitive Dissonance: Hidden and Holding You Back (Ann Carden)
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37:48Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Explore the neuroscience of cognitive dissonance and its influence on coaching with insights from Ann Carden. Understanding this mental conflict can unlock valuable personal and professional growth. And once you overcome subconscious hurdles, you can uplevel to a more successf…
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Boosting Brain-Based Strategies to Achieve Your Goals (Laura Posey)
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32:14Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Explore the neuroscience of goals and learn practical strategies to battle procrastination and boost productivity. Laura Posey shares her simple success roadmap, focusing on creating achievable plans and leveraging small steps for lasting success. Perfect for anyone wanting a …
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Burnout in the Age of Hustle: Finding Balance in a Demanding World (Ana Melikian)
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44:43Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dive into the topic of burnout with Dr. Irena and Ana Melikian as they explore deliberate practice, culture, and the value of self-awareness. They discuss practical strategies for managing energy, avoiding full burnout, and fostering a balanced productive life through mindfuln…
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Storytelling in Life Coaching for Kids (Renaye Thornborrow)
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32:32Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dive into the neuroscience of storytelling and coaching children with Renaye Thornborrow. Through the use of engaging and empowering stories, discover how mindset skills help boost confidence and self-esteem — and how storytelling aids brain development, emotional resilience, …
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Team’s Pick: Tapping into Flow: The Path to Peak Performance (Eugene Choi)
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40:38Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak The Mirasee FM podcast team chooses their favorite episode of 2024 to close out the year. In this pick, host Dr. Irena O’Brien dives into the science behind flow with Dr. Eugene Choi and explores the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems. Learn how stress impacts dec…
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Managing Societal Despair: Coaching for a Brighter Future (Dr. Eve Agee)
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32:33Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Exploring societal despair, evolutionary psychology, and cultural mindsets, Dr. Eve Agee and Dr. Irena O’Brien discuss how wellness professionals can foster more optimism. Learn how to combat negative biases and cultivate a hopeful future by leveraging purpose, positive action…
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Unlocking Compassionate Coaching with Brain-Based Strategies (Caroline Leroux)
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34:38Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dive into the transformative world of brain-based coaching as Caroline Leroux unpacks the neuroscience behind it. With a focus on compassion, empathy, and emotional intelligence, discover practical strategies to foster sustainable change, motivate clients, and create a support…
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Unlocking Self-Confidence for Coaching Success (Biba Pedron)
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34:44Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Explore the interplay between self-confidence and success in marketing. Biba Pedron shares her journey of persistence, powerful mindset shifts, and tools to help women entrepreneurs improve visibility and recognize their true value. Learn how your personal growth is reflected …
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Tapping into Flow: The Path to Peak Performance (Eugene Choi)
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39:38Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dive into the science behind flow with Dr. Eugene Choi as we explore the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems. Learn how stress impacts decision-making, debunk hustle culture, and uncover the secrets to attaining flow for enhanced productivity, better creativity, an…
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Harness Your Introvert Strengths in Business and Life (Jill Lublin)
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28:46Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dive into the misunderstood world of introversion with neuroscience and actionable strategies. Jill Lublin, a master publicity strategist, offers practical methods to help introverts thrive in self-promotion and business. Learn how brain differences impact behavior and discove…
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Journaling for Rapid Self-Reflection and Business Growth (Kim Ades)
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32:01Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Kim Ades delves into the transformative power of journaling, comparing it to navigating darkness with a guiding light. Her journal-based coaching approach helps clients unearth deep-seated beliefs, challenge negative self-talk, disrupt patterns, and achieve rapid, remarkable, …
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Embracing Fear in Writing to Build Resilience (Ally Machate)
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35:44Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Ever insightful, Ally Machate emphasizes embracing personal definitions of success and the acceptance of fear in writing. She shares strategies for overcoming “comparison-itis” and leveraging rejection to build resilience, all while maintaining a unique contribution to the lit…
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The Art and Science of a Successful Peer Learning (Jay Fairbrother)
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36:31Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak As an expert in mastermind groups, Jay Fairbrother deeply understands the components and complexities of peer learning. In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to…
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Avoiding Analysis Paralysis (Krista Martin)
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36:50Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Business coach Krista Martin takes a systematic approach to solid growth that places emphasis on strong decision-making. She advocates for swift action over excessive research, urging listeners to embrace imperfection, minimize decision fatigue, and focus on evolving skills as…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dr. Irena is joined by Anke Herrmann to discuss the importance of downtime for reducing stress and improving productivity. Clients often feel guilty taking time off, but breaks lead to better sleep, health, and work output. Likewise, downtime is crucial for the insights that p…
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Reframing Imposter Syndrome (Melanie Benson)
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37:56Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dr. Irena and Melanie Benson discuss imposter syndrome — feeling like a fraud despite being competent and achieving success. It’s driven by past experiences that lower self-worth and encourage perfectionism. And although the predictive brain fuels imposter syndrome, it can als…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak In this insightful episode, Dov Gordon stresses the value of creating simple processes and sticking to them, while Dr. Irena highlights that willpower can be built by regularly pushing yourself slightly beyond your comfort zones. Consistent, incremental improvement is crucial …
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Is Visualization Just Fantasy? (Jason Moss)
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32:32Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Dr. Irena is joined by Jason Moss to discuss the widely touted technique of visualization. The two explore the line between what people think visualization is and what actually happens in the mind, while clarifying the roles of fantasy versus expectation and process versus out…
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Embracing Fear in Public Speaking (Jon Schumacher)
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36:13Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak This episode digs into the fear of public speaking with guest Jon Schumacher. Drawing from his marketing background, he emphasizes authenticity and intentional practice, reveals tactics to master anxiety and truly connect with audiences, and reveals how imperfections can eleva…
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The Power of Reflective Journals (Kay Adams & Deborah Ross)
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37:42Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Kay Adams and Deborah Ross reveal the magic of journaling, merging neuroscience and therapeutic writing. Through their profound insights, discover how reflective practices can foster self-awareness, harness neuroplasticity, and become powerful tools for manifesting a desired l…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Executive coach Sharon Richmond joins Dr. Irena O’Brien to explore the fascinating concept of team flow—a state of peak performance from all members of a team, characterized by effortless work and the activation of alpha waves in the brain. Discover how micromanaging can obstr…
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Harnessing Neuroplasticity (Marisa Murray)
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28:35Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Today, we explore the fascinating world of neuroplasticity with guest Marisa Murray, a leadership development expert. We’ll unpack the ways this phenomenon plays a crucial role in personal development, which will enrich your understanding of how neuroscience can revolutionize …
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicate…
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Presenting Teacher Tom’s Podcast (Lenore Skenazy)
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33:58Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Lenore Skenazy is the accidental pioneer of the “free-range kids movement” and literally wrote the book on the subject. Following that, she co-founded Let Grow, a nonprofit promoting childhood independence and resilience. “The real problem is that our culture has insisted that…
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Harnessing Self-Acceptance (Matthew Kimberley)
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29:26Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicate…
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Presenting Consciousness Explored (Lion Goodman)
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44:40Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Lion Goodman is a Professional Certified Coach and the CEO of the Clear Beliefs Institute. “I understand beliefs to be the infrastructure of the human mind.”— Lion Goodman Lion Goodman has been called a subconscious-pattern detective, a belief therapist, a healer of the psyche…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicate…
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Navigating Problematic Emotions (Leisa Peterson)
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27:43Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicate…
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Leveraging the Predictive Brain (Lion Goodman)
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30:32Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicate…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept, and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicat…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept, and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicat…
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Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept, and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicat…
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