Loretta Breuning helps us understand biological human behaviourism in Episode 36

✅ Humans are wired for hierarchies — not equality by default

✅ Serotonin links status, mood, and cooperation

✅ Early social experiences shape our long-term behavior

✅ Challenging myths about early human societies matters

✅ Emotions are biological strategies, not mysteries

🧠 Why We’re Not Wired for HappinessIf you've ever wondered why happiness seems fleeting — and why competition, cooperation, and even scapegoating show up across both playgrounds and primate troops — this episode is your deep dive into the biology of behavior.Episode 36 with Dr. B Tierney and Loretta Breuning unravels the layers of biological behaviorism, offering an eye-opening look at how serotonin, social hierarchies, and early brain development shape the way we think, feel, and act.🔬 Core Topics To Explore

🧬 Understanding Biological Behaviorism- How hormones like serotonin drive social status and emotional regulation- Why happiness is not the default state in animals — including humans🐒 Animal Behavior & Human Psychology- The surprising parallels between animal hierarchies and modern social dynamics- How play behavior reveals dominance, submission, and survival strategy👶 Childhood Development & Brain Wiring- How early experiences literally wire the brain- The impact of modern parenting and birth practices on development⚖️ Cooperation, Competition & Scapegoating- Why both cooperation and conflict are natural strategies in social species- The roots of scapegoating — and why it persists in human groups🧠 The Limbic System and Emotional Mastery- The role of the limbic system in managing trauma, aggression, and resilience- How understanding our inner animal can unlock emotional intelligence🎙️ You’ve just scratched the surface of what makes us tick.What insight hit you the hardest — the truth about happiness, or how early development shapes the adult mind?👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments. 💬 We want to hear from the curious, the skeptical, and the self-aware.🎙️Guest: Loretta BreuningHome page - The Inner Mammal Institute🎙️Host: Dr. Brian TierneyHomepage - Somatic Doctor Integrative therapies, Brian Tierney Ph.D., RCST, Licensed Psychologist. Somatic Therapy, Biodynamic Craniosacral Work, Mentoring and TeachingKeywords and Hashtags ✨#TheScienceOfHappiness#LorettaBreuning#BrianTierneyPhD#InnerMammalInstitute#TheScienceOfHappiness#BiologicalBehaviorism#HappinessScience#EmotionalIntelligence#EarlyBrainDevelopment#NeuroscienceExplained#SerotoninAndStatus#EvolutionaryPsychology#NeurochemicalWiring#SocialHierarchy#AnimalToHumanBehavior#MammalBrainInsights#CooperationAndConflict#ScapegoatMechanism#GroupDynamics#SelfAwarenessJourney#RewireForHappiness#CuriousMindsUnite

"Trauma isn’t just a story—it’s stored in your body. But so is the power to heal." ❤️‍🔥
🎙️Join Dr. B Tierney and trauma therapist Zina Ortiz for a raw, revelatory conversation on psychotherapy, trauma resolution, and somatic healing.

❤️‍🩹From complex trauma to psychedelic-assisted therapy, they explore how emotions, neuroplasticity, and even swearing can unlock deep healing.
 Episode Highlights 💡
 "The Body Never Lies" – How sensorimotor psychotherapy and body awareness rewrite trauma.
 "Psychedelics & Cannabis in Therapy" – Ketamine, cannabis, and the neuroscience of breakthrough healing.
 "Thwarted Impulses & Resistance" – Why your body’s blocked rage/grief might be the key to freedom.
 "The Taboo of Swearing" – How F-bombs in therapy can shatter shame and reclaim power.
 "Freud Was Wrong (But Also Right)" – Reimagining dreams, imagination, and EMDR in modern trauma work.
 Key Takeaways 🗝️
 "Healing is non-linear—and that’s okay."
 "Your brain can change at any age." (Neuroplasticity wins!)
 "Therapy isn’t ‘safe’—it’s necessary discomfort."
 "The magic sauce? The therapist-client relationship."
 Chapters to Skip To
 00:00 – Why interdisciplinary therapy works better.
 20:13 – How trauma lives in your posture, pain, and PAG brain region.
 48:11 – Thwarted impulses (aka "Why you freeze when angry").
 01:11:34 – Swearing as medicine (yes, really).
 01:30:58 – The "good, bad, and ugly" of psychedelics.
 🎧 Listen now—then tell us
💬 What’s YOUR body trying to say?

⬇️ Drop a comment with your biggest takeaway or tag a friend who needs this conversation. 🔁

Homepage - Somatic Doctor Integrative therapies, Brian Tierney Ph.D., RCST, Licensed Psychologist. Somatic Therapy, Biodynamic Craniosacral Work, Mentoring and TeachingP.S. If you’ve ever felt "stuck" in therapy—this episode is your permission slip to rage, cuss, and heal out loud. 
#TraumaHealing #PsychotherapyUncensored #SomaticTherapy #PsychedelicScience #MentalHealthRevolution

Neuroplasticity wins! 🏆"Your brain can change at any age." 🧠

🎙️ Join Dr. Brian Tierney and trauma therapist Zina Ortiz for a raw, revelatory conversation on psychotherapy, trauma resolution, and somatic healing.

❤️‍🩹 From complex trauma to psychedelic-assisted therapy, they explore how emotions, neuroplasticity, and even swearing can unlock deep healing.

What if everything you've been taught about masculine leadership is actually keeping you isolated and disconnected?

In this special "live on location" episode, Dr. B Tierney and his guests shatter the myths around the King archetype, revealing why modern men are struggling with leadership, connection, and authentic power.

Discover how vulnerability isn't weakness—it's the secret weapon of truly influential leaders.Key Topics Explored:

🔥 The King Archetype Decoded - Why traditional masculine leadership models are failing in today's world💪

Vulnerability as Strength - How opening up creates deeper connections and more effective leadership👑

Blessing vs. Compliments - The profound difference between surface-level praise and soul-deep acknowledgment📱

Technology's Isolation Trap - How digital connection is destroying real intimacy and brotherhood🌟

The Wild Other - Embracing the untamed aspects of your nature for authentic self-expression

🔗 Building Brotherhood - Creating the connections modern men desperately need for growth and healing

📢 This isn't just another masculinity podcast episode—this is a roadmap to reclaiming authentic power in a world that's forgotten what real leadership looks like.

What's your experience with vulnerability in leadership? 💬

Drop a comment below and share your story—your insight might be exactly what another listener needs to hear today

🎙️ Host: Dr. Brian Tierney:

https://somaticdoctor.com/

🎙️ Guest: Blake Chalfanthttps://www.instagram.com/blake.chalfant/

https://www.amazon.com/Unseen-Way-Book-Discovery-Finding/dp/B0D2PNBYDS

🎙️ Guest: David Henry Richanbackhttps://davidhenryrichanbach.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-henry-richanbach-63433233

#transformativelearning #psychology #yourthoughts #masculinity #archetypes #podcast

What if everything you've been taught about masculine leadership is actually keeping you isolated and disconnected?

In this special "live on location" episode, Dr. B Tierney and his guests shatter the myths around the King archetype, revealing why modern men are struggling with leadership, connection, and authentic power. 💪🏼

From the boardroom to the brotherhood, discover how vulnerability isn't weakness—it's the secret weapon of truly influential leaders.

#archetypes #boundlessbody #psychology #sacredmasculine #leadership #brotherhood #vulnerability #Dr.BrianTierney

🎭 Unlock the transformative power of self-expression in this theatrically rich episode with Bradley McDevitt! 

This episode navigates the rich intersection of theater, vulnerability, and leadership, uncovering how embracing absurdity can lead to profound personal growth.

Episode Highlights 💡

🎉 Theater to Coaching: Discover how Bradley's journey in theater shaped his understanding of self-expression and leadership.

🤡 Clowning as Connection: Explore how clowning serves as a powerful tool for vulnerability and building connections.

🙃 Healing Through Absurdity: Learn about the liberating effects of absurdity in performance and its healing potential.

🚪 Liminal Spaces: Understand how these transformative spaces allow for transcendence and personal evolution.

😯 Vulnerability in Leadership: Delve into why embracing vulnerability is essential for fostering creativity in leadership.

🦊 The Trickster Archetype: Discuss the role of this archetype in authenticity and the complexities of identity.

📢 We want to hear from you!

💬 What does self-expression mean to you?

↘️ Share your thoughts in the comments and let’s continue this journey of discovery together!

🎙️ Guest: Bradley McDevitt

Bradley McDevitt : Coaching With Presence

Bradley McDevitt (@bradleydenismcdevitt) • Instagram photos and videos

Bradley McDevitt, ACC - Leadership Coach - Center for Creative Leadership | LinkedIn

🎙️ The Quotidian Podcast (with Brian and Bradley)

https://rss.com/podcasts/thequotidian/1971454/

🎙️Host: Dr. Brian TierneyHomepage - Somatic Doctor Integrative therapies, Brian Tierney Ph.D., RCST, Licensed Psychologist. Somatic Therapy, Biodynamic Craniosacral Work, Mentoring and Teaching

Dive into the transformative world of sexual healing with Dominique D'Vita and Dr. B Tierney!

Explore the profound connections between sexuality, spirituality, and self-love, unraveling the complexities of societal taboos and the power of embodiment.
Episode Highlights 💡
 🧘🏼‍♀️ The Importance of Embodiment: Discover how being present in your body enhances pleasure and intimacy. 
🚫 Navigating Taboos: Hear personal stories that challenge societal norms around sexuality and nudity. 
🫦  Soulgasms: Learn about these transformative experiences and their role in self-discovery. 
⚡ Kundalini and Biological Energy: Understand the energy currents that drive our sexual experiences. 
🥰  Self-Pleasure as Healing: Explore how self-love practices can open the heart and facilitate emotional release. 
🧬  The Role of Sound: Uncover how sound can enhance intimacy and discharge energy. 
💗  Sex Magic and Manifestation: Delve into the ethical considerations and creative potential of harnessing sexual energy. 
👂🏼 We want to hear from you! What does sexual healing mean to you? 

💬 Share your thoughts in the comments below and join the conversation as we reclaim our power and embrace our authentic selves!

🎙️ Guest: Dominique D'vita

BIO | dvita 

🎙️ Host: Dr. Brian Tierney

Contact - Somatic Doctor Integrative therapies, Brian Tierney Ph.D., RCST, Licensed Psychologist. Somatic Therapy, Biodynamic Craniosacral Work, Mentoring and Teaching

Explore the profound connections between sexuality, spirituality, and self-love, unraveling the complexities of societal taboos and the power of embodiment.

Ep32 Secrets of Sexual Healing with Dominique D'vita

The Aetheric Imagination: Bridging Worlds

Unlock the mysteries of consciousness as we explore Aetheric Imagination, revealing its profound connections to nature, death, renewal, and the trickster archetype! 🌌✨