Best Shay Beider Podcasts (2025)

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The Hidden Power of Talking: How Language Tunes the Brain 48:10

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Dr. Maryellen MacDonald is the Donald P. Hayes Professor Emerita of Psychology and Language Sciences at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and is a renowned cognitive scientist. Her work in psycholinguistics explores how we comprehend, produce, and learn language—one of the most remarkable aspects of being human. Dr. MacDonald’s research has exami…

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Nature, Neurodiversity, and the Future of Human Potential 1:12:10

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Dr. Jeffrey Karp is a Harvard Medical School and MIT professor, inventor, best-selling author, and visionary leader. From transforming the challenges of undiagnosed ADHD into a wellspring of creativity and innovation, Dr. Karp has built a career championing neurodiversity, mindfulness, and environmental stewardship. He has co-founded 14 companies a…

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Beyond Medication: An Integrative Approach to Psychiatric Care 49:03

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Dr. James M. Greenblatt is a pioneer in functional and integrative medicine and a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist who has been treating patients since 1988. He serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine and Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine and previously held the role of Chief Me…

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Optimistic Realism: Navigating Cancer with Courage and Clarity 1:03:02

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Jonathan Gluck is a writer whose powerful storytelling has been in The New York Times, The Washington Post, New York Magazine, and Vogue. He has served as deputy editor and managing editor of the New York Magazine. Over the course of his distinguished career, Jonathan has earned multiple National Magazine Awards. Now, he turns inward with his lates…

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Wired for Healing: Understanding Your Nervous System Using Polyvagal Theory 1:10:15

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Deb Dana, LCSW, is a renowned clinician, consultant, speaker, and author whose groundbreaking work bridges the science of the nervous system with everyday wellbeing. As a founding member of the Polyvagal Institute and advisor to both Khiron Clinics and Unyte, Deb is widely recognized for making Polyvagal Theory accessible to both professionals and …

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The Power of Story in Medicine and Grief Work 1:05:07

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Laurel Braitman is a bestselling author, speaker, educator, and a leader in the field of medical storytelling. She serves as the Director of Writing and Storytelling at the Stanford School of Medicine, where she helps healthcare professionals harness the power of narrative to support healing and mental wellness. Laurel is the author of What Looks L…

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Healing the Heart: Why We Need Each Other to Heal 1:07:42

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Dr. Jonathan Fisher is a Harvard-trained cardiologist, mindfulness teacher, and organizational well-being leader with three decades of experience in healthcare. A practicing physician and best-selling author of Just One Heart: A Cardiologist’s Guide to Healing, Health, and Happiness, Dr. Fisher integrates mind-body science, mindfulness, and compass…

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From Legacy to Liberation: Healing Racial Inequities in Healthcare 1:00:51

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Dr. Uché Blackstock is an emergency medicine physician and thought leader whose work is deeply woven with both personal and professional experiences, dedicated to addressing the impact of inherited racism and social ideas of difference within healthcare institutions. She attended Harvard University for her undergraduate degree and medical school. A…

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A Silent Pandemic: Unraveling Long Term Covid, Lyme Disease, PANDAS and Other Autoimmune Illnesses 40:33

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Dr. Denis Bouboulis is a leading specialist in Neuro-Immunology, known for his pioneering work in diagnosing and treating PANS/PANDAS, which is a Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorder Associated with Streptococcus (PANDAS), autoimmune encephalitis, and tick-borne illnesses like Lyme disease. As the Founder and Director of Superior Associat…

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Permission to Feel: Unlocking Emotional Intelligence 1:10:21

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Marc Brackett is the founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence and a professor in the Child Study Center at Yale. He’s also the best-selling author of Permission to Feel, translated into 25 languages, and a pioneering researcher with over 25 years of work in emotional intelligence, decision-making, creativity, and mental healt…

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Healing Chronic Pain: The Power of the Mind-Body Connection 53:01

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Nicole J. Sachs, LCSW, is a renowned psychotherapist, speaker, writer, and retreat leader dedicated to helping people break free from chronic pain and anxiety. She is the author of The Meaning of Truth and the recently released book Mind Your Body, as well as creator of the online courses Freedom from Chronic Pain and Freedom from an Anxious Life. …

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Practicing Liberation: Healing Together in Community 1:02:44

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Hala Khouri, M.A., SEP, E-RYT is a leading voice in trauma-informed care, embodied social justice, and resilience-building. With over 25 years of experience teaching yoga and movement and 15 years of clinical work and training, Hala has dedicated her life to bridging the gap between healing, activism, and systemic change. Originally from Beirut, Le…

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Finding Your Purpose, Power and Peace 55:13

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Nakeia Homer is a Well-Being Educator, Author, and the founder of Heal & Grow Daily, a private membership and well-being community dedicated to sustainable healing and personal growth. Her books, I Hope This Helps and All the Right Pieces, have inspired readers worldwide. Her latest release, Habits for Healing: Reclaim Your Purpose, Peace, & Power,…

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Rewiring the Brain: Transforming Brain Health 1:03:02

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Dr. Robert Melillo is a renowned expert in developmental neurological conditions like ADHD, autism, OCD, and more. With over 30 years of experience as a clinician, professor, researcher, and bestselling author of Disconnected Kids, Dr. Melillo has developed groundbreaking, noninvasive methods to improve brain function. As the co-founder of Brain Ba…

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Trauma Transformed: Insights on Healing Childhood Traumas 1:17:12

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Dr. Bruce Perry is a global leader in understanding how trauma impacts the developing brain. He is the Principal of the Neurosequential Network and has spent over 30 years as a clinician, researcher, and educator in children’s mental health and neuroscience. Dr. Perry co-authored several influential books, including "The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog…

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Healing Moments: Peace Through Stillness with Jimmy Yen 12:55

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Jimmy Yen, or 'the Acu Sensei' as he’s known on social media. He is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Entrepreneur and innovator. In today’s healing moment, Jimmy explain…

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The Science of Positive Change: The Key to Unlocking Transformation in Your Life 1:09:48

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Dr. Richard Boyatzis is a Distinguished University Professor at Case Western Reserve University, renowned for his research on leadership, emotional intelligence, and sustainable change. With a Ph.D. in Social Psychology from Harvard and a background in Aeronautics and Astronautics from MIT, Dr. Boyatzis has authored influential books, including Pri…

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Life After Loss: Navigating The Invisible Path to Healing 1:11:01

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Christina Rasmussen is a grief educator and best-selling author of Second Firsts, Where Did You Go?, and Invisible Loss, each offering profound insights into healing and transformation after tragedy. Christina earned her master’s degree in guidance and counseling from the University of Durham before experiencing a sudden loss that shifted the cours…

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Healing Moments: The Focus on Restorative Longevity with Jimmy Yen 9:57

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Jimmy Yen, or 'the Acu Sensei' as he’s known on social media. He is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Entrepreneur and innovator. In today’s healing moment, Jimmy talks a…

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From Numbness to Wonder: Decreasing Depression Through Nature and Self-Compassion 1:02:38

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Jarod Anderson is an acclaimed nature poet and the creative mind behind The CryptoNaturalist podcast. Jarod has produced three best-selling poetry collections: Field Guide to the Haunted Forest, Love Notes from the Hollow Tree, and Leaf Litter. His newly released memoir, Something in the Woods Loves You, takes readers on a deeply personal journey t…

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Healing Moments: Quick Restorative Acupressure (QRA) with Jimmy Yen 8:19

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Jimmy Yen, or 'the Acu Sensei' as he’s known on social media. He is a widely celebrated Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practitioner, Entrepreneur and innovator. In today’s healing mom…

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Mind, Magic and Manifestation: Insights from Dr. James Doty 1:03:14

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Dr. James Doty is a trained neurosurgeon and adjunct professor in the Department of Neurosurgery at Stanford University’s School of Medicine. He is the founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE) at Stanford, with His Holiness the Dalai Lama as the founding benefactor. Dr. Doty has dedicated time an…

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The True Pursuit of Happiness 1:13:33

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Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar is an author and lecturer who holds a PhD in Organizational Behavior. He is known for teaching two of the largest classes in Harvard University's history: "Positive Psychology" and "The Psychology of Leadership." His works have been translated into over thirty languages and have topped best-seller lists worldwide. His latest book…

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Navigating Foster Care: Creating Safe Spaces 52:49

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Mark Daley is a social activist, entrepreneur, and foster-turned-adoptive father. He is the founder of One Iowa, the state's largest LGBTQ+ equality organization, and TheFosterParent.com, a national platform connecting families with foster organizations. He is also the author of Safe: A Memoir of Fatherhood, Foster Care, and the Risks We Take for F…

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What is Integrative Touch Therapy? With Shay Beider 1:33:45

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In today’s special release episode, host Shay Beider speaks with Katie Frazee and Patty Atkins to discuss the story behind Integrative Touch therapy. Katie is the VP of programs and community wellness at Integrative Touch and Patty is a member of the TeleWellness Healing Team. Both women regularly practice Integrative Touch Therapy and support the …

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Understanding the Micro Stress Effect: Insights for Higher Performance 48:29

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Rob Cross has dedicated over 20 years to studying the networks and collaborative practices of high-performing organizations. His experience working with over 300 organizations and thousands of leaders has allowed Rob to develop strategies to build effective networks at every career stage. He serves as Senior Vice President of Research at i4cp, he i…

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Integrative Medicine in the Workplace and Beyond 1:01:06

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Dr. Esther Sternberg is renowned for her significant influence in integrative medicine and is known for her research bridging mind-body science and built environments. She is the Research Director at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine and the Founding Director of the University of Arizona Institute on Place, Wellbeing & Performance. Be…

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Healing Moments: Nervous System Regulation with Tamar Chansky 9:44

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Tamar Chansky, a licensed psychologist who works extensively with treating OCD and anxiety. In today’s healing moment, Tamar breaks down panic attacks at the nervous system level and why …

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From Crisis to Connection: Supporting Each Other through Anxiety 1:06:46

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Dr. Tamar Chansky is a licensed psychologist and founder of the Children’s and Adult Center for OCD and Anxiety which uses cognitive-behavioral therapy to treat a variety of conditions. She is considered an expert on dealing with anxiety for children and teens. Dr. Chansky is the author of several books including “Freeing Your Child from Anxiety” a…

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Breaking Bias to Improve Health Disparities 1:12:56

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Dr. Renee Canady is the CEO of the Michigan Public Health Institute (MPHI), leading a team dedicated to promoting health equity and well-being for all. Before MPHI, she served as Health Officer and Director of the Ingham County Health Department in Lansing, where she pioneered the Ingham County Health Equity Social Justice program. She is the autho…

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Healing Moments: Heart Opening Practice with Jonathan Robinson 8:02

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with psychotherapist Jonathan Robinson. Jonathan will be leading us through a heart opening practice that encourages feelings of connection, gratitude, and peace. Find a quiet place to either …

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Unlocking Trauma: Using Ecstasy as Medicine 50:18

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Jonathan Robinson, a psychotherapist and bestselling author based in Northern California, has impacted over 200 million people worldwide through his practical methods. His work, translated into 47 languages, has been featured in major publications like Newsweek, USA TODAY, and the Los Angeles Times. With over thirty years of study in personal and p…

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Mindfulness Matters: How Perception Shapes Health 56:21

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Dr. Ellen Langer is a trailblazer in psychology known internationally as “the mother of mindfulness.” She was the first woman to be tenured at Harvard in her field. Dr. Langer has been included in New York Times Magazine’s “Year in Ideas” issue for her revolutionary experiments in social psychology that have earned her global recognition. Additiona…

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Healing Moments: Breathing & Visualization with Dr. Cindy Tsai 9:31

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with board certified physician and chief wellness officer Dr. Cindy Tsai. Cindy will lead us through a mindful breathing and visualization practice to help with quieting the mind and relaxing …

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Permission to Heal: A Guide to Self-Discovery and Well-Being 1:05:53

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Dr. Cindy Tsai is an award-winning board-certified Physician, TEDx Speaker, Bestselling Author, and Chief Wellness Officer. She is the founder of Yes & More, which is an organization focused on personal growth and wellness to help empower leaders through mind and body wellness programs. Dr. Tsai closely examines the impact of chronic stress on the …

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Announcing the 2024 Season... 4:28

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Join Shay Beider, host of the Conversations on Healing Podcast, and all of our incredible guests that will be featured here in 2024. We have a diverse lineup of experts, ranging from medical doctors to psychotherapists, who will share their knowledge and insights. Thank all of our amazing listeners for tuning in to the Conversations on Healing Podc…

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Truth Unveiled: Exploring Psychedelic Psychotherapy and Healing 1:01:28

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Dr. Michael Sapiro is a multifaceted professional working as a clinical psychologist, psychedelic psychotherapist, writer, meditation teacher, and researcher who previously lived as a Buddhist monk. Known for his transformative coaching, Dr. Sapiro works with a wide range of clients including police officers, first responders and those experiencing…

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Healing Moment: Exploring Somatics Through Safety, Belonging, and Dignity 13:57

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with somatic specialist Staci Haines. She will lead us through a somatic exercise that helps us to feel centered in our bodies so we can live with greater intention and purpose. Find a quiet p…

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Exploring Somatics Through Safety, Belonging, and Dignity 1:18:05

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Staci Haines, a seasoned practitioner with 30 years of experience, has dedicated her work to personal and social transformation. She specializes in somatics, trauma healing, embodied leadership, and transformative justice. She is the author of "The Politics of Trauma: Somatics, Healing, and Social Justice '' as well as "Healing Sex: A Mind Body App…

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Breaking Barriers in Medicine: Insights from a Physician 1:15:59

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Dr. Suzanne Koven received her M.D. from Johns Hopkins and B.A. in English literature from Yale. She went through residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital where she was chief resident and later joined the faculty of Harvard Medical School. Dr. Koven has over 30 years of experience in primary care internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. Addi…

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Paralyzed to Powerful: Finding Purpose Through Adversity 1:01:38

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Robert Paylor is a motivational speaker who suffered a severe spinal cord injury while competing in the national championship for rugby at UC Berkeley. He defied the odds by completing his degree and is working towards increased mobility. Robert shares the tools that helped him overcome the trauma he experienced to inspire others facing difficult c…

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Unlocking the Power of Healthy Parenting 1:07:01

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Dr. Aliza Pressman is a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in her field. She is the assistant clinical professor at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital and specializes in behavioral health in pediatrics. She co-founded The Mount Sinai Parenting Center and hosts the popular podcast "Raising Good Humans”, where sh…

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Announcing the Fall 2023 Podcast Series... 4:24

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We're days away from new episodes of the Conversations on Healing Podcast! In this brief teaser, host Shay Beider shares what you can expect to hear... Plus, don't forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode.

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But Did you Live?: Finding Health Through Living a Courageous Life 41:56

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Dr. Olivia Affuso is the Director of Strategic Leadership Initiatives for the Council on Black Health and a fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine. Dr. Affuso obtained her PhD in Nutrition Epidemiology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and completed a postdoctoral fellowship in the Department of Exercise and Sports Sc…

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Healing Moments: A Centering Process with Amanda Blake 8:23

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with Amanda Blake, who works with neurobiology to tap into the brain- body connection. Today she will guide us in developing embodied self awareness by leading us through a grounding exercise …

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Your Body is Your Brain: What Our Bodies Are Really Telling Us 1:08:38

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Dr. Amanda Blake is the bestselling author of Your Body Is Your Brain and Master Somatic Leadership coach. She pioneered the Body=Brain(™) course, which uses neurobiology to teach coaches, leaders, therapists, and others strategies to help people regain power in their lives by tapping into the brain-body connection. Amanda received her degree in Hu…

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Healing Moments: Meditation in Light with Maya Tiwari 15:58

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Healing Moments is a segment we’ve created to share moments of healing and wellness that you can incorporate in your everyday life. Today’s Healing Moment is with ayurvedic matriarch Maya Tiwari, and she will lead us in a meditation in light, which is a unique practice that utilizes light to empty the mind and create space. Take a second to quiet y…

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Ayurvedic Practices: Tapping Into Earth’s Intelligence 1:07:47

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Maya Tiwari is an Ayurvedic Matriarch and peace leader with over 35 years of experience in her field. She established the first school of Aruvedic medicine in North America in 1981. She also is the founder of Mother Om Mission (MOM), a charitable organization that brings whole life education to individuals and communities. Maya has also begun globa…

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Nutritional Psychiatry: Using Food to Improve Mental Health 1:06:56

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Dr. Drew Ramsey is a board certified psychiatrist, author, and mental health advocate. He has been featured on a variety of talk shows, The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal. He is currently an assistant clinical professor at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Ramsey founded the Brain Food Clinic, which is a digita…

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The Power of Awe: Finding the Extraordinary in the Ordinary 1:05:50

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Dr. Michael Amster is a pain management specialist with over 20 years of experience in the field. He is also the founding director of the pain management department for Santa Cruz Community Health. Dr. Amster co-authored the book, The Power of Awe, with Jake Eagle which outlines how people can harness the power of awe in their lives. They coined th…