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Is your brain holding you back? The Brain Factor, brought to you by Meridian, where hope, recovery, and wellness has been possible since 1971, is a lighthearted informal podcast that explores, how rea... more
FAQs about The Brain Factor:How many episodes does The Brain Factor have?The podcast currently has 53 episodes available.
February 12, 2025EP 43: The One About Don't Be SorryThis episode focuses on making a shift from self-criticism to self-compassion—treating ourselves the way we would treat a close friend. Instead of saying “I’m sorry,” we can say “Thank you” and give ourselves the grace to take up space without constant apology....more22minPlay
January 08, 2025Ep. 42: The one about the comebackThis episode explores the journey to recovery from addiction through the lens of a married couple who have both experienced and overcome substance use challenges. Now in sustained recovery, they serve as Peer Specialists, helping others. They share their story of resilience in additction recovery....more37minPlay
December 11, 2024Episode 41: The One About Finding PurposeIn this episode, Joy and Laura discuss finding purpose and fulfillment beyond traditional success, showing how it evolves through life stages. They address challenges like comparison and share tools like the VIA Character Strengths Survey and Ikigai to inspire self-reflection, exploration, and openness to new possibilities....more24minPlay
November 13, 2024Episode 40: The One About The Teenage BrainThis episode explores the neuroscience behind adolescent behavior, focusing on how brain development affects decision-making, risk-taking, and emotional regulation. It also dives into how social influences, peer pressure, and generational differences shape teenage experiences and resilience....more29minPlay
October 09, 2024Episode 39: The One About Finding PurposeJoy and Laura take a deep look at a subject that anyone in the world can relate to: Finding Purpose. ...more31minPlay
September 11, 2024Episode: 38: The One About FeelingsIn this episode Joy and Laura take a deep dive into feelings - using a tool called the "Feelings Wheel", which catagorizes our feelings into groups and levels. To see more about The Feelings Wheel visit: https://feelingswheel.com/ ...more20minPlay
August 14, 2024Episode #37 ~ The One About GroundingIn this Episode Joy and Laura discuss the ways you can stay grounded. ...more26minPlay
July 10, 2024Episode #36: The One About TraumaDr. Maggie Labarta joins Joy and Laura on this eye opening episode about trauma. Be prepared to get a better understanding of trauma and the impact it can have your life and your body....more28minPlay
June 12, 2024Episode 35: The One About Celebrating FailureIn this episode Joy and Laura discussing the importance of embracing...failure. They discuss ways you can use failure to grow, and how throwing away the fear of failure can lead you to finding new things in life you love doing, and are good at!...more20minPlay
May 08, 2024Episode 34: The One About EnoughnessWhat is Enoughness? Joy and Laura explore what the new term means, how you can maintain it, and how you can appreciate what you have and still be ambitious....more24minPlay
FAQs about The Brain Factor:How many episodes does The Brain Factor have?The podcast currently has 53 episodes available.