Brianna Approved

By Dr. Brianna DiorioEducation Self-Improvement

Brianna Approved episodes

November 02, 2021 Episode 23 Dash Hudson- Emotional Dehydration, Attracting Energy and Aligning with your Authentic Self
In Episode 23 I chat with Dash Hudson, Father, Speaker, Author and Mental Health Advocate. We discuss aligning energy with people who resonate with you, explaining what “emotional dehydration” is and how to avoid it, why we stay in uncomfortable situations and patterns that no longer serve us and all things mental/ emotional health!
For all of my visual learners, be sure to watch the Youtube interview!
To learn more about Dash, check out his IG page @dashhudson_
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55 min
October 18, 2021 Episode 22- Amygdala Based Anxiety
In episode 22 I continue the conversation around understanding anxiety! I start with Nerd Alert, where I discuss the limbic system, then I get into the main segment of the show, which is understanding the amygdala pathway for anxiety. I discuss why benzodiazepines won’t help with this kind of anxiety long-term and why you feel bad after having a “rage blackout”.
I also discuss how the amygdala can unconsciously attach anxiety to situations and objects, as well as helping individuals to become aware of the rapid responses that are experienced by the amygdala pathway; this ideally can help them understand and cope with the physical symptoms and experience of anxiety.
Nerd Alert- Limbic Brain
Knowledge Bites- Amygdala Pathway for Anxiety
Extra Credit- The best way to deal with Amygdala based anxiety.
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21 min
October 03, 2021 Episode 21: Herbal Immune Support
In episode 21 I am talking cultivating seasonal wellness, the differences in fortifying vs boosting the immune system, herbal properties for the immune system and identifying “red flags” in your immune system relationship.
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27 min
September 19, 2021 Episode 20- Reframing Anxiety & Cultivating Emotional Well Being
In episode 20 I am talking all things anxiety, cultivating emotional well-being and coping skills for all of my recovering super spazes out there! I will start with the fun fact of the day, discuss the difference between helpful and unhelpful anxiety, talk about worrying well, refraining anxiety and doing less to get more out of your health!
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23 min
August 29, 2021 Episode 19- Rob Mack, Celebrity Happiness Coach & Positive Psychology Expert
In Episode 19 of the Podcast I sit down with Rob Mack, Ivy-League-Educated Positive Psychology Expert, Celebrity Happiness Coach and Published Author of Happiness From the Inside Out.
You might have also seen Rob on Good Morning America, The Today Show, Access Hollywood, E! Network, and OWN!
Rob and I sit down to chat about changing the narrative around mental health, how his definition of happiness has evolved over the past few years, the difference between peace and happiness, some overlooked basic principles for obtaining happiness, how to navigate feeling alone in your healing journey and so much more!
Watch the video version of the podcast on my Youtube Channel or at the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSTW_EDhm4Q&t=9s
To learn more about Rob be sure to check out his IG page @robmackofficial or visit his website, www.coachrobmack.com for more information about working wit Rob and purchasing his book!
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You can visit my website www.briannadiorio.com for previous blog posts
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45 min
August 22, 2021 Episode 18- Cognitive Flexibility
In episode 18 I am breaking down cognitive flexibility, essentially being able to go with the flow, having higher resilience when life doesn’t go your way and the ability to adapt our behavior and thinking in response to the environment. As an added bonus I discuss several ways you can improve your cognitive flexibility. In the Botanical Bri segment, I discuss Gotu Kola, an herb known for its ability to support cognitive functions and get into the Nerd Alert section of the show, where I talk about the Anterior Cingulate Cortex (ACC), which is responsible for a host of cognitive functions, including emotional expression, attention allocation, and mood regulation.
Botanical Bri- Gotu Kola
Nerd Alert- Anterior Cingulate Cortex
Knowledge Bites- Cognitive Flexibility

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27 min
August 08, 2021 Episode 17- Katey Yurko, Founder of of Violet Fog Potions
In episode 17 I have my second guest, Katey Yurko (my research girl crush) and founder of Violet Fog Potions, a blend of super foods and adaptogens.
Katey specializes in research in skin, gut, brain and liver health and in this weeks episode we chat about some of her favorite credible sources for research, her love for Maca root and why it is in her Stress Blend potion, staying healthy while traveling and her best piece of underrated health advice! Katey recently launched a podcast of her own, called Violet Fog as I know It.
Follow Katey on Instagram to learn about her potions and all of her research!
IG: @thevioletfog & @violetfogpotions
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41 min
August 01, 2021 Episode 16- Neuroscience of Change
In episode 16 I discuss the neuroscience of change, or why change is actually so difficult! I discuss the differences between the Reflexive and Reflective functions of brain, parts of the brain that deal with change and the science behind why old habits die hard. I touch on the threat reward system (and why we can’t always see big picture goals when working towards change) and how to actually go about changing!
Nerd Alert- Parts of the brain that resist change (orbitofrontal cortex)
Homework Assignment- Working on intentional changes
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27 min
July 18, 2021 Episode 15: Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) founder, Reed Davis
In Episode 15 I have my first guest, Reed Davis, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition (FDN) founder. We sit down to talk about functional labs, health entrepreneurs, the difference between health coaching and becoming an FDN practitioner and so much more ! You can watch the full Youtube video at the link below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6H6ILlQkAk&t=1217s
Be sure to follow FDN on Instagram @fdntraining
To learn more about FDN or becoming a FDN practitioner visit https://fdnthrive.show/brianna-approved.
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39 min
July 04, 2021 Episode 14- Herbs for The Summer + Herbal First Aid Kit
In Episode 14 of the podcast we are talking herbs for summer heat! I will discuss how herbs can be cooling, different herbal energetics that encompass cooling (including diaphoretic and astringent properties), my favorite herbs during the summer months (plus an added bonus on my must have botanicals for your herbal first aid kit), why you should breakup with someone if they give you yellow roses and an herbal sun tea recipe!
Knowledge Bites- Herbs for Summer Heat (Yarrow, Calendula, Rose, Hibiscus, Lemon Balm, Hawthorn and St. John's Wort)
Botanical Bri - Sun Tea Recipe
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29 min

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Brianna Approved is a podcast dedicated to helping you think better so you can build a life you're obsessed with. Through the lens of integrative psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral science, each episode bridges the gap between research and real life—breaking down how your brain works, why you do what you do, and how to create lasting change through practical tools you can actually apply...delivered with equal parts evidence, directness, and humor.