New York Girl Again - The After

Why Is Starting Over So Hard in the 'After'?


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When caregiving ends, your brain doesn’t simply “turn off.”
 It’s still wired for crisis, vigilance, and someone else’s needs — even when the world tells you to just relax. 

In this deeply insightful episode, Thérèse breaks down the science of starting over — exploring how caregiving reshapes the brain, why peace can feel unsafe, and how small daily choices can literally rewire your mind for calm, safety, and joy. 

You’ll learn:
 🧠 Why your brain resists rest — and how to teach it to trust peace again.
 🌿 The neuroscience of “the after” — hypervigilance, habit loops, and neuroplasticity.
 💫 Five simple, science-backed ways to rewire your brain for healing.
 💗 Why resilience isn’t about bouncing back, but bouncing forward. 

This episode is for every caregiver learning to breathe again — to rebuild, to rediscover, and to believe that joy is safe. 

🎧 Listen now, and share it with someone who’s learning to start over too. 

Visit NewYorkGirlAgain.com to join our growing community of caregivers rising in The After. 

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