On this episode of The Embody Podcast, host Christopher Gladwell discusses the resilience triangle as a framework to transform stress into strength. He emphasizes the importance of meaning making and beliefs, and how a flexible approach is necessary for effective stress management. Christopher also explores the benefits of conscious breath work, mind training, and embodied awareness as strategies for optimizing the whole system in complex situations. He delves into the effects of childhood adversity on brain development and highlights the role of the hypothalamic pituitary adrenal axis (HPAA) in stress response. Tune in to learn more about optimizing breathing patterns, catching trigger patterns, and building resilience for greater well-being.