In this episode, I chat with the amazing Amy Pease—a coach, speaker, and survivor who broke free from years of manipulation and emotional abuse.

Amy shares her powerful story of walking away from a toxic family, raising her son with autism on her own, and slowly rebuilding her life from the ground up. Her healing journey is honest, brave, and full of hard-won wisdom.

We talk about what manipulation really looks like, how to break free from abusive relationships, and how to help loved ones in your life who might be living in that situation. 

If you’ve ever felt stuck, small, or unsure of your worth—this one’s for you. 

Get connected with Amy: 

• Passionfrompain.com
• Instagram @amy.pease.rox
• Passion From Pain Survivor's Inner Circle FB Group

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Matt Potratz was a pro snowmobiler when he got caught in an avalanche that should’ve killed him. It didn’t—but it left him with a broken neck, brain trauma, and a life forever changed.

In this conversation, Matt shares what happened that day, the long road to recovery, and the lessons he learned about pain, purpose, and resilience. We talk about what it really takes to survive life’s darkest moments, the power of community, focusing on what you can change, and how to keep going when life feels impossible. 

Links mentioned in the episode: 

• liferadicallychanged.com
• Matt's Facebook group: Life Radically Changed

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We all know sleep is important. That’s not news. The real question is: why is it so hard to get enough of it?

In this episode, I talk with Caitlin Shure about what messes with our sleep and what actually helps. You’ll learn what your body and brain need to sleep well, and what habits quietly ruin it. And most importantly, how to start fixing it.

Links from this episode: 

• mytone.io
• Visit Caitlin Shure's website

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Reframing means seeing a situation from a different angle. It doesn’t mean pretending everything’s fine when it’s not.

In this episode, I talk about how reframing has helped both me and Austin. It’s not about slapping a positive quote on a hard day. It’s about asking better questions like, “What else could be true?” or “What do I actually need right now?”

When you change how you see something, you change how you feel about it. That’s not fake—it’s neuroscience.

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Your brain tracks your energy like a budget. It’s always asking: Do I have enough to get through the day?

If you feel tired, overwhelmed, irritable, or numb, your body budget is probably low. Things like poor sleep, skipping meals, constant stress, or scrolling too much all drain it.

In this episode, I explain how the body budget works and what happens when it’s off balance. You’ll learn how to tell when yours is running low and what to do to build it back up.

It’s simple. When your body gets what it needs, you feel better.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• How Emotions Are Made by Lisa Feldman Barrett
• Episode 129. Wellness That Fits | Cassie Groeschl

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Music isn’t just entertainment—it’s a brain booster, a mood lifter, and even a secret weapon for learning. 

In this episode, I sit down with my sister and music instructor Katie San Diego to explore how music shapes us physically, emotionally, and cognitively. We dive into its role in language learning, social anxiety, and overall mental well-being. This episode is guaranteed to change the way you think about the power of music.

 Tune in! 🎶🧠

Connect with Katie: 

• Get Katie's Freebie
• Instagram @sandiego.strings
• Facebook @sandiego.strings

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For a long time, I thought healing was just about managing stress—deep breathing, meditation, journaling. But no amount of self-care was going to help if I kept letting the same stressors into my life.

In this episode, I’m talking about the shifts that made the biggest difference for me—letting go of fear-based beliefs, setting real boundaries (even when it was hard), and being mindful of what I let into my mind. Because healing isn’t just about what you add—it’s also about what you remove.

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For years, I thought my body was just difficult—random stomach aches, migraines, jaw tension, constant fatigue. Turns out, it was all stress.

In this episode, I’m sharing the sneaky ways chronic stress showed up in my body and how I finally connected the dots. If you’ve ever dealt with unexplained symptoms or felt off no matter what you try, this one's for you. Plus, I’ll share some simple ways to start resetting your nervous system.

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Several people have written in to me recently asking about how to reset when you're feeling stressed or overwhelmed. 

We don't always feel like we have the time, budget, or space to do the things we know will relax and reconnect us. But the thing it, you don't have to do anything big! 

This week, I invited guests onto the Notes From a Neuronerd podcast to share what they do when feeling stressed and need to reset - listen in for new strategies you can try today!

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Ever feel like your emotions have a mind of their own? 

Today I'm talking about emotional regulation and how to keep your nervous system from running the show. I'll give you simple tricks to calm your body along with mindset shifts that help you handle stress like a pro, and I'm breaking it all down in a way that actually makes sense. No science degree required—just an open mind and maybe a deep breath or two. 

Links mentioned in the episode: 

• Episode 123. Why Your Emotions Are Low-Key Amazing

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