In this deep and powerful episode of the IgnitedNeurons Podcast, host Utkarsh Narang sits down with Michael Ostrolenk to explore resilience, nervous system regulation, and what it truly means to flourish as a human being.
Michael is an Executive Performance Coach, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and creator of the Resilience Optimized™ framework. With over 30 years of experience working with founders, executive teams, and couples, he integrates physiology, psychology, spirituality, and performance under pressure.
This conversation moves from emotional dysregulation to sleep optimization, from undigested emotions to somatic awareness, and from warrior philosophy to playful living.
We explore:
- Why sleep is the foundation of resilience
- How emotional suppression turns into physical illness
- The difference between reaction and response
- Why high performers struggle with regulation
- The power of asking: Why do I do this? and How do I do this?
- Nervous system mastery for leaders and couples
- The role of somatic awareness in emotional healing
- Why sitting with discomfort builds real resilience
- Flow versus force
- And why the 80-year-old version of you would say: Play more.
If you feel distracted, dysregulated, overstimulated, or stuck in performance mode — this episode is for you.
About Michael Ostrolenk
Michael Ostrolenk, MA, MFT, is an Executive Performance Coach, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Strategic Advisor with 30+ years of experience. A former SEALFIT Master Coach, he developed the proprietary Resilience Optimized™ framework, integrating physiological, psychological, relational, and environmental optimization.
He co-leads the Resilience Optimized Men's Group, challenging men to higher standards as husbands and leaders through accountability and warrior philosophy. His work spans executive coaching, team development, and couples work through the Relationship Dojo.
🎙 Host of the Resilience Redefined Podcast.
Connect with Michael
Website: www.MichaelDOstrolenk.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-ostrolenk-ma-mft-324665/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mostrolenk/
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