Today we’re talking nerdy with Alex’s favorite neuroscientist of all time, the author of her favorite neuroscience books, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. 

In this episode, Dr. Jill and Alex will talk nerdy about some of the major distinctions between the right and left brain hemispheres, how learning how to selectively access either hemisphere can make a major impact on the way you move through your day or your life, how the human brain is designed in such a way that we are at our core feeling beings who think NOT thinking beings who feel, the miracle and magic of our own cellular biology, and how neuroscience can answer some of the bigger questions we have about life such as what we as human beings are here to do. 

If you’ve never heard of Dr. Jill, you are in for such a treat. Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor is a Harvard trained and published neuroanatomist who is now affiliated with the Indiana University School of Medicine. In 1996 she experienced a severe hemorrhage in the left hemisphere of her brain causing her to lose the ability to walk, talk, read, write or recall any of her life. Her memoir, My Stroke of Insight, documenting her experience with stroke and eight-year recovery spent 63 weeks on the New York Times nonfiction bestseller list. Her most recent 2021 book is WHOLE BRAIN LIVING: The Anatomy of Choice and the Four Characters That Drive Our Life. 

Dr. Taylor loves educating everyone about the beauty and resiliency of our human brain, and how we can live a more peaceful and satisfying life. In 2008 she gave the first TED talk that ever went viral on the Internet, which now has well over 29 million views. Also in 2008, Dr. Taylor was chosen as one of TIME Magazine's “100 Most Influential People in the World” and was the premiere guest on Oprah Winfrey’s “Soul Series” web-cast.

Episode Resources:

Learn more about Dr. Jill at drjilltaylor.com

Click here to watch Dr. Jill’s viral TedTalk

Get My Stroke of Insight here

Get Whole Brain Living here

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Today we’re talking nerdy about the biology and physiology of pleasure. This solo episode with Alex Nashton will explore why your brain needs pleasure to rewire itself, including the neurotransmitters involved, how pleasure increases neuroplasticity through this magical little molecule called nitric oxide, the physiology of pleasure and it impacts your physical, mental, and emotional health, and what the fuck is happening in your brain when you have an orgasm. In this episode we’ll also cover other ways you can increase pleasure beyond the bedroom. 

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Episode Resources:

Women's Retreat to Puglia, Italy with Alex & Chrissy Constable June 1-8th 

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On this Valentines Day, we’re diving into a very special episode with Megan Lambert & James Mattingley. In this conversation, Megan & James will teach us about the role of polarity in creating attraction and desire, what leads couples to put intimacy on the back burner, how to rekindle the spark in long term relationships, the importance of getting out of your head and into your body AKA how to be existence as more than just a brain on a stick, and how to celebrate love and pleasure this Valentines Day. 

Megan Lambert and James Mattingley are both coaches, speakers, teachers, and facilitators. Megan primarily focuses on helping women reclaim their desires and embrace their sexuality; while James helps people discover their genius and create a path to their unique purpose. Together, they love to support couples. 

They’re intimacy geeks, constantly learning and exploring how to have a deeper, more passionate love affair for themselves - and then supporting other couples to create their own dream relationship. 

They believe that the passion doesn’t have to fade. That couples can grow over time and become their best selves, together. 

Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. 

Episode Resources:

Women's Retreat to Puglia, Italy with Alex & Chrissy Constable June 1-8th 

Get James’ free e-book: Polarity: A Definition for Lovers

Get Megans book here 

Join the waitlist for Megan & James’ next couples retreat 

Join James & (Alex’s current coach) Jan-Willem van der Heiden for Warrior Camp in May

Follow Megan on Instagram here 

Follow James here 

Other TNTM episodes referenced: 

Listen to Episode 31: Microbiome Magic: Neurotransmitters, Mood, & Gut-Brain Axis with Chrissy Constable on Spotify or Apple Podcasts 

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In today’s episode, we’re diving into feminine embodiment with Kelley Bode. This conversation will cover topics such as the societal and cultural messages women receive about what it means to be feminine, the relationship between feminism and femininity, how women (and anyone really) can lean into their femininity while still being a feminist, and how feminine embodiment can help women create the relationships they truly desire.  

Kelley Bode is a relationship & dating coach who helps women have loving relationships with their king. She helps women who are single learn how to date and call in love & women who are in relationships create a thriving dynamic and deeper intimacy in their partnership. The foundation of her coaching centers around 3 pillars: healing from the past, embodying feminine energy, & learning how to love men & the masculine in order to create the polarized, connected, fulfilling relationships that women want.Through her platforms & programs, she has coached & taught tens of thousands of women how to create more love, authenticity, and connection in their love lives.

Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. 

Episode Resources:

Women's Retreat to Puglia, Italy with Alex & Chrissy Constable June 1-8th 

Join Kelley on Instagram here

Click here to learn more about Kelley’s membership Womanhood

Join the next round of Frequency of Love with Kelley Bode and her partner Matt Cama

Other TNTM episodes referenced: 

Listen to Episode 31: Microbiome Magic: Neurotransmitters, Mood, & Gut-Brain Axis with Chrissy Constable on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

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Today I’m talking nerdy with Ryan Miller about the complexity of modern day masculinity. In this episode we’re diving into the societal and cultural messages men receive about what masculinity is, how many of these messages are unsupportive, restrictive, and negatively impact men's mental health, and how men can begin to redefine their experience of masculinity with themselves and their partners to create a space for greater safety and freedom of expression within their romantic and platonic relationships.

A little trigger warning before we begin that this conversation includes some touchy topics like sex, masturbation, and polarity. Sensitive listeners should be advised and open minds are always encouraged. 

Ryan Miller is the Host of IGNITE U podcast where he bridges the worlds of play & performance. His education is in Somatics, Breathwork, Embodied Tantra, Animal Flow, and all things having to do with the body, and its full expression. Ryan supports men in getting in touch with their body, their expression, and their true power.

Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. 

Episode Resources:

Marshall Rosenberg’s Nonviolent Communication (YouTube Video)

Listen to Ignite U with Ryan on Spotify or Apple Podcast

Follow Ryan on Instagram

Other TNTM episodes referenced: 

Episode 5: The Power of Pleasure: Healing Trauma Through Vagus Activation with Lauren Harkness

Episode 36: Money, Sex, & Shame: The Power of Having Uncomfortable Conversations with Victoria Lutzhoft

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In this solo episode with Alex Nashton, we’re talking nerdy about the neuropsychology of imposter syndrome including a break down what imposter syndrome actually is, what it’s not, some of the defining characteristics of imposter syndrome, where it lives in the brain, and how to rewire yourself to be increasingly confident. 

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Today I’m talking nerdy with Professor Russell Foster about the neuroscience of circadian rhythm. In this conversation we’re diving into the relationship between light and your body clock, how your body transforms light information into electrochemical information, why melatonin is NOT the driver of sleep, the impact of circadian rhythm disruption on physical, mental, and emotional health, and some of Russell’s evidence-based recommendations to reset your own body clock.

 Professor Russell Foster is the Head of Oxford’s Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology, the founder and Director of the Sleep and Circadian Research Institute. His research addresses how circadian rhythms and sleep are generated and regulated and what happens when these systems fail because of societal pressures, ageing and disease. A key finding has been his discovery and characterisation of an unrecognised light-detecting system within the eye that regulates circadian rhythms and sleep.  Professor Foster has published over 300 scientific papers and has received multiple national and international awards, including most recently the “Daylight Prize”. He has co-written four popular science books and his fifth with Penguin entitled Life Time was published in May 2022 and is a best-seller in both hard-and paperback. He is currently working on a new book about the role of light on the biology of humans, other animals and plants. 

Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. 

Episode Resources:

Get Russell’s book Life Time here

Learn more about the Sleep and Circadian Neuroscience Institute here

For more interviews with Russell click on the following: 

Desert Island Discs      

Life Scientific           

In Our Time                   

Start the Week           

Just One Thing          

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Today I’m talking nerdy with Rory Callaghan about the necessity of connection in fostering a deeper level of self-care. In this conversation we’re diving into the paradox between becoming sovereign in your self-care journey while simultaneously needing community and connection, how to navigate making decisions in a time of informational overwhelm, the importance of connection to nature in facilitating greater wellbeing, and what gets in the way of creating those deeper relationships with others and something bigger than yourself. 

Rory Callaghan is an author, speaker, health futurist, digital nomad, and Allied Health professional based in Bali, Indoneisa ‘The Island of the Gods.’ He takes a “big picture” approach to good health and well-being and has a passion for helping people ignite their human potential and optimize this once-in-a-lifetime human experience.

Quick little nerd alert that Yoga Nidra Teacher Training begins online January 17, 2024 and enrollment closes on January 10th! To learn more + save your spot, you can click this link.

Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. 

Episode Resources:

Click here to learn more on Rory’s platform selfcare.global

Read Rory’s book here 

Join Rory on Instagram here

Learn more about coaching with Rory 

New Year’s Neuroscience of Manifestation Masterclass with Alex Nashton is happening online Jan. 12th! Click here to save your spot for $22 

Yoga Nidra Teacher Training with Alex starts online January 17th. Click here to learn more and save your spot!

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Today I’m talking nerdy with Victoria Lutzhoft about money, sex, and why shame prevents us from having vulnerable, uncomfortable, and deeply healing conversations about them. In this episode we’re diving into the value of healing and being witnessed in community, where shame exists in the brain, how it inhibits our behavior, what is required to create a safe space for outing yourself, and how to begin having conversations about sex and money that ultimately lead to experiencing greater freedom in both of those facets of life. 

Victoria Lutzhoft is a human being, mother, sister, wife, seeker, community builder, and coach. She set off on a personal discovery path in 2016 after dead-ending in jobs, stuck in a loop of overeating and drinking and never feeling fully satisfied with life. Victoria has traveled both internally and externally to find home. That has enabled her to move from disempowered, numbing and easily overwhelmed with life to more aligned, able to express herself fully and determined to follow her desire. Whether it’s a coach training program, emotional intelligence school, breath work or reiki the basis of everything Vic does and teaches is about learning to feel her feelings and let her feminine lead. Married to a (great) Dane, Vic resides in Copenhagen, Denmark with her husband and daughter Emma. 

Quick little nerd alert! Yoga Nidra Teacher Training begins online January 17, 2024. Because 1:1 feedback from me and live attendance is such a critical component of this training, space is limited. To learn more + save your spot before doors close on January 10th, you can click this link.

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Episode Resources:

If you’re curious to learn more about or from Vic, you can book a 30 Minute Connection Conversation here. 

Click here to join Vic over on Instagram

Learn more on Vic's website here

New Year’s Neuroscience of Manifestation Masterclass with Alex Nashton is happening online Jan. 12th! Click here to save your spot for $22 

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In this episode I’m bringing back Dr. Alex Korb to talk nerdy about the neuroscience of goal setting and goal achieving.  In this conversation, we’re diving into what’s happening in your brain when you set goals, what gets in the way of actually achieving them, how to follow through when the initial burst of motivating fades,  and how you can leverage neuroscience to set realistic goals that actually stick and that you are more equipped to follow through on. 

Dr. Alex Korb is a neuroscientist, coach, and bestselling author of The Upward Spiral. Dr. Korb has PhD in neuroscience and is an adjunct assistant professor at UCLA. He is also the founder of The Upward Spiral Method where he helps purpose-driven entrepreneurs and professionals conquer unnecessary overthinking, stress, and self-doubt. Dr. Korb has a wealth of experience in yoga and mindfulness, physical fitness, and even stand up comedy- which I think you’ll see is evident in this episode. 

Because you’re listening to this podcast, you’re among the first to know about my upcoming Yoga Nidra Teacher Training that begins online January 17, 2024. Because 1:1 feedback from me and live attendance is such a critical component of this training, space is limited. To learn more + save your spot, you can click this link.

Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. 

Episode Resources:

Other episodes referenced: 

Ep. 12 Yoga Nidra: Healing the Subconscious & NSDR with Mona Anand

You can learn more about Dr. Alex Korb and The Upward Spiral Method here

Click here to get his Free guide: The Positive Neuroscience System to Stop Overthinking

Get The Upward Spiral book here

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New Year’s Neuroscience of Manifestation Masterclass with Alex Nashton is happening online Jan. 12th! Click here to save your spot for $22 

Yoga Nidra Teacher Training with Alex starts online January 17th. Click here to learn more and save your spot!

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