💬 "If I could wave a magic wand, I’d want my kids to get into Harvard or Princeton… without stress."

🎧 Welcome to the MindBodySpace Podcast with Dr. Juna — Harvard-trained physician, resilience educator, and fellow mom.

That’s what a mom recently told me — and it sparked this episode. Here’s the truth: stress is not the enemy. In fact, it’s essential for growth.

🧠 In this solo episode, I explain:

• Why we need stress to thrive

• The science of resilience and metacognition

• What neuroscience says about stress and the brain

• How kids can use tools like journaling to build inner strength

• Why protecting kids from all stress might backfire — and what to do instead

✨ I’m here to help you and your child understand the brain–body connection so you can thrive — not just survive.

➡️ Explore my resilience courses for kids & parents (K–12):
https://www.mindbodyspace.com

🎓 Learn more about:

• Brain Builder – Grades K–3

• Brain Boss – Grades 4–7

• Brain Blueprint – Grades 8–12+

• SMART 3RP Course for Parents

📝 Don’t miss next week’s episode with author Bianca Turetsky on the power of journaling — and then a deep dive on the neuroscience behind it.

Subscribe to the podcast here:
👉 https://www.mindbodyspace.com/podcast

Have questions? Email me at:
📬 [email protected]

00:00 – The “Harvard Without Stress” Wish

00:21 – Welcome to MindBodySpace

00:28 – Less Stress, Not No Stress

00:56 – Defining Stress: What It Actually Is

01:48 – The Biology of Stress Response

02:16 – Why Moms Want to Protect Their Kids

02:44 – What Is Resilience, Really?

03:36 – Competing at a High Level = Stress

04:46 – Resilience Is a Trainable Skill

05:21 – What Is Metacognition?

06:05 – Brain Science & The Stress Response

07:20 – Self-Coaching with Neuroscience

08:11 – Our Memories Are Malleable

08:53 – Changing the Story You Tell Yourself

09:30 – Healthy Competition, Growth, and Role Models

10:32 – Recap: Journaling for Metacognition

11:08 – About My Courses (K–12 + Parent)

11:29 – Final Thoughts + Where to Find More

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