Join Alka Sharma and Dr. Haley Nelson as they delve into cognitive behavioral neuroscience. Dr. Nelson sheds light on the mind-brain connection and quantum physics' role in behavior. They discuss how thoughts, choices, and habits interact, offering strategies for behavioral change and habit formation. Explore the biopsychosocial model, holistic well-being, and epigenetics. Learn about stress management through repetition, visualization, and perception, and discover how exercise benefits brain health. Dr. Nelson also shares recent neuroscience advancements and key life lessons.

(0:00) Introduction and welcome to Dr. Haley Nelson

(1:26) Dr. Haley Nelson's background in cognitive behavioral neuroscience

(6:13) Understanding the mind-brain connection and quantum physics

(13:07) Cognitive behavioral neuroscience and its applications

(15:43) The interplay of thoughts, choices, and habits

(18:42) Strategies for behavioral change and habit formation

(24:03) Examining the effects of internal thoughts on behavior

(27:55) The biopsychosocial model and professional support

(30:33) Holistic well-being and the role of epigenetics

(33:54) Repetition, visualization, and perception in stress management

(38:17) Exercise and its impact on brain health

(40:04) Recent advancements in neuroscience research

(43:40) Dr. Haley Nelson's key life and professional lessons