Building Resilience

Our health is vital to every other aspect of our life—from our mood to the things we’re able to accomplish. While some things about our health are outside of our control, there are a few “low-hanging…

**Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions about suicide.**

When someone loses someone they love to something as tragic as suicide, it can be hard to know what to say. We want to support the…

**Trigger Warning: This episode contains mentions of suicide.**

Have you ever found yourself unsure of how to approach the serious and stigmatized topic of suicide? You're not alone. So many of us wan…

The state of your nervous system could be the key you’ve been looking for to a flourishing marriage!

This week on the Building Resilience Podcast, we venture deeper into the realms of nervous system r…

Have you ever felt like a ship lost in a stormy sea? In this episode, I reflect on the powerful metaphor of lighthouses and how they resonate deeply with our life's journey. Lighthouses aren't just h…

Following last week's episode featuring the first half of my conversation on The Concussion Coach podcast, we continue the conversation in part 2.. Hosted by neurological Occupational Therapist and c…

In this special episode of Building Resilience, you’re going to hear Part 1 of my conversation with Bethany Lewis that was on her podcast The Concussion Coach. Bethany is a neurological Occupational …

Whether it's an episode of "This is Us" or a commercial with a sad-looking dog, one thing's for certain—I'm a crier.

Tears have a language of their own—a way to communicate with our body and the nervo…

Ever question how your nervous system impacts your role as a parent? The resilience of our nervous system, its ability to contract and expand, significantly influences our parenting journey. From the…

Have you ever been struck by the sheer wonder of a sunrise or the overwhelming beauty of a piece of art? That's 'awe' at work.

In today's episode of Building Resilience, I dive deep into this powerfu…

No life is going to be perfect—but the kicker? We wouldn’t want a perfect life even if we could get it!

In today's episode, we dive deep into life's 50-50 mix of good and bad times, illustrating it wi…

How many times have we overlooked the beauty in our lives because we were simply viewing it through the wrong lens? In this episode, I share my husband Rob's and my quest to witness the breathtaking …

Believe it or not, your nervous system could be the secret sauce to your success as an entrepreneur.

In this episode, we dive into understanding and befriending our nervous system—specifically how it …

Forgetting a name. Losing your keys. It can be super frustrating, and we’ve all been there. If you’ve ever wished you could do something to improve your memory, this episode is for you.

In this episod…

Have you ever wondered what it takes to not only maintain a marriage, but to make it flourish? My husband, Rob, and I may not be the experts, but we’re certainly experienced! 

As we recently celebrate…

Ever found yourself lost in someone else's pain, unsure where their feelings end and yours begin? 

In this episode, we unpack the differences between empathy and compassion, exploring how these two vi…

How does the legacy of a loved one shape our lives, even years after they're gone?

It’s now been 20 years since I lost my dad. To honor his memory, join me today for a walk down memory lane, to reflec…

Do you realize the untapped potential residing in the frontal part of your brain? In this episode, as we explore the concept of our brain's 'CEO', you'll uncover how it manages our executive function…

Being spread too thin is a common condition in today’s world—and saying “yes” to everything is a common occurrence. That’s why learning to set boundaries with those around us has become more importan…

Ever found yourself unable to put your feelings into words? Or felt overwhelmed by emotions that seem to have a life of their own? Many of us have been there—and fortunately, there is help.

In this ep…