Are you staying in a relationship, a friendship, a job or any other situation which is no longer serving you - or even harming you and weighing you down? When exactly should you just let it go? And HOW do you let it go? Let’s dive into all of that in this episode.

The VAGUS NERVE is one of the longest nerves in the body. It controls a HUGE amount of processes in your body - including some vital organs - and is directly responsible for the «gut-brain axis» and regulation of the AMYGDALA (the «fight-or-flight» response). Let’s take a closer look at this fascinating nerve; what it helps to control; signs to look for which might indicate that it’s not working properly; and some easy tips and techniques you can try yourself to increase your vagal tone.
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Are you one of those people who always says «yes» when someone asks you to do something - however, you actually don’t want to do it but are afraid to say «no»? Well, maybe this episode will help. Good luck!

It will be no surprise to you to hear that the way you were brought up will almost inevitably dictate how you are as an adult - including how you behave in relationships. In this episode I describe the 4 main attachment styles; how they develop; give a signs & symptoms checklist for each type so you can work out which one you are; and how your attachment style might manifest in your relationships.

What is the «ANGER RESPONSE»? How is our brain affected in the moment when we are angry; and how does that differ from being in a chronic state of anger? What can you do to try to control your anger? And when is it healthy and unhealthy to hold onto anger?

Many of you have been asking me if ACUTE STRESS (the so-called «FIGHT OR FLIGHT" RESPONSE) is the same as CHRONIC STRESS. The short answer is «NO»! In this episode I describe exactly what happens in your brain when you are in a life-threatening situation; and how that differs from chronic stress.
PS: PHOTO COURTESY OF NEUROLAUNCH.COM.

NIGHT TERRORS can affect as many as 1 in 5 children; and 1 in 50 adults. They can seem very frightening - but are in and of themselves not intrinsically dangerous. In this episode, I describe what night terrors are; what might cause them; what treatment options are available; and give you some practical advice as to what you can do if you or your child are experiencing night terrors.

Quite a few of you have been contacting me asking if acute stress (the so-called "FIGHT OR FLIGHT RESPONSE") is the same as CHRONIC STRESS. The definitive answer is NO, IT IS NOT!! These 2 situations involve different processes in the brain; they produce 2 different hormones (ADRENALINE vs CORTISOL); and they affect the body in VERY different ways. Hopefully this episode will clarify things for you and dispel the (ridiculous) myth that the fight or flight response is the same as chronic stress.
PS: PHOTO COURTESY OF NEUROLAUNCH.COM!

TRIGGER WARNING!! This episode deals with suicidal thoughts, suicidal ideation, and suicidal attempts. What leads a person to contemplate suicide, to attempt suicide, or indeed to commit suicide? I try to answer these questions and more in this episode. NB! IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW ARE HAVING SUICIDAL THOUGHTS, PLEASE TALK TO SOMEONE! There are many resources you can access, wherever in the world you happen to be.

Social Anxiety Disorder can be very disabling for the patient and may lead to them isolating themselves and completely avoiding all social interaction. How does Social Anxiety Disorder develop? What are the signs and symptoms? And most importantly: what are the treatment options available - and what can the patient do to help themselves?