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Did you know that meditation can rewire your brain, heal stress, and even reverse trauma—without needing to clear your mind?
In this episode of Health Bite, Dr. Adrienne Youdim sits down with Gwen Brehm, psychotherapist, mind-body practitioner, and trauma specialist, to break down the real science behind meditation.
They uncover how chronic stress reshapes the brain, why meditation is the key to unwinding trauma at a cellular level, and why anyone—yes, even you—can meditate successfully.
Gwen shares how small, everyday mindfulness practices can lower cortisol, improve resilience, and even shift generational stress patterns. Whether you've struggled with meditation before or are just curious about its healing power, this episode will help you start (and stick with) a practice that works for you.
Who is Gwen Brehm?
- Psychotherapist & Trauma Specialist focused on stress resilience
- Mind-Body Medicine Expert teaching meditation & mindfulness practices
- Founder of One Kind Thing, a group program for behavioral change & healing
- Retreat Facilitator & Speaker on the science of mind-body healing
What You'll Discover in This Episode:
- How stress & trauma physically change the brain (and how meditation reverses the damage)
- The myth of an “empty mind”—what meditation really is (hint: your thoughts aren’t the problem!)
- Why meditation is as essential as sleep & nutrition for your health
- The one-breath technique that instantly lowers stress in under 10 seconds
- How to build a meditation practice that actually fits into your busy life
Why This Episode Matters:
In a world where stress, burnout, and trauma are at an all-time high, meditation isn’t just a wellness trend—it’s a proven, science-backed tool for reclaiming mental and emotional well-being.
Gwen’s insights provide a practical, no-BS approach to meditation, making it accessible for everyone (even the skeptics).
This episode will help you:
- Understand how stress affects your body, brain, and even your genes
- Learn easy, realistic ways to fit meditation into your daily routine
- Gain confidence in starting a practice—even if you think you "can't" meditate
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