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Talk Nerdy To MeHow to Create Love That Lasts: Attachment & Conflict in Long-Term Relationships with Bret & Christine EartheartToday on Talk Nerdy To Me, we’re diving into what it really takes to create lasting love in long-term relationships with Bret and Christine Eartheart — founders of the Center for Thriving Relationships 💞In this heart-opening convo, we dive into:💔 The most common relationship conflicts and power struggles couples face🧠 How to navigate attachment style differences and heal together (AKA what to do when your partner has a completely different attachment style to you) 🤝 How to co-regulate and grow as a team (even when it’s hard)🔥 How to reignite connection i...2025-05-2156 min

Talk Nerdy To MeLove on the Brain: How Different Types of Love & Loss Rewire Your Nervous SystemToday we’re talking nerdy about how the experience of love changes your brain. This solo episode with Alex Nashton will explore the neuroscience of love, how the experience of love changes your brain chemically and structurally, how different types of love impact the brain differently, and the impact on your brain and nervous system when love is lost. This episode will focus primarily on romantic love, but will also look at the love parents have for children, owners have for pets, love between friends, and love for nature & activities. Today’s episode is inspired by th...2025-04-2129 min

Talk Nerdy To MeHigh-Functioning Anxiety: Perfectionism, Imposter Syndrome, & Codependency with Alex Nashton & Bindi StablesIn today’s episode the tables are turning and I am actually being interviewed by Bindi Stables of the Vibrant You podcast. In this episode, I’ll define what high functioning anxiety is and what some of the key signs are that you may be experiencing it, the psychology and evolutionary biology behind perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and codependency, and how to biohack your brain for greater safety, security, and peace in your relationships. This episode was recorded for Vibrant You last year and received so much amazing feedback that Bindi gave me permission to bootleg it to share...2025-02-2753 min

Talk Nerdy To MeGoal-Getting with a Regulated Nervous System: The Neuroscience of Sustainable SuccessToday we’re talking nerdy about how to set and achieve goals with a regulated nervous system. This solo episode with Alex Nashton will explore what happens to our brains and nervous systems when we set a goal for ourselves, why we burnout in pursuit of goals, and how to set, pursue, and achieve your goals and resolutions in a sustainable way with a regulated nervous system as your foundation. DM Alex on Instagram at @alex_nashton and let her know what your goals and resolutions are for 2025. This information will also help Alex create the most rel...2025-02-0321 min

Talk Nerdy To MeTalk Nerdy To Me is coming back in 2025! Episodes, updates, and live masterclasses with Alex NashtonIn this quick nerd alert, Alex will be sharing what’s been happening behind the scenes of Talk Nerdy To Me over the last six months, new episodes coming soon, and some opportunities to dive into the neuroscience of changing your brain (& life) LIVE in 2025.If there’s a specific topic or guest you really want to learn from in 2025, DM Alex on Instagram at @alex_nashton before January 1, 2025 or comment directly on this episode via Spotify. New Year’s Neuroscience of Manifestation Masterclass with Alex Nashton is happening online Friday January 10th 7-9:30pm PST: Cl...2024-12-2917 min

Talk Nerdy To MeNERD ALERT: Behind the Scenes & Changes to Talk Nerdy To MeIn this quick nerd alert, Alex will be a sharing a behind the scenes look at Talk Nerdy To Me and some major changes to the podcast. In this episode Alex will cover why these changes are happening and her decision to live in greater alignment with her values.Before we dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave this podcast a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more listeners like yo...2024-04-2023 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Power of Emotional Intelligence: Relationships & Leadership with Emile SteenveldToday I’m talking nerdy with Emile Steenveld about emotional intelligence. In this conversation we’re diving into what emotions are, how fostering a greater level of emotional intelligence can improve almost every relationship in your life, how seeking discomfort and leaning into triggers can be one of the biggest catalysts for growth and transformation, and the necessity of integration after major perspective and mindset shifts.Emile Steenveld is a Human Behaviour expert and transformative guide who has assisted countless individuals in their journey toward self-fulfillment and self-actualization. He leads his clients through deep internal shifts, addressing and...2024-04-0450 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Duality of Fear and Love: Creating Safety to Heal Trauma with Jan-Willem van der HeidenToday I’m talking nerdy with Jan-Willem van der Heiden about how to navigate the duality of fear and love as motivators in most of our choices and decisions. In this conversation we’re diving into how the ego constructs fear in an effort to keep us safe, why that fear isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but can get in the way of living more authentic lives, how to begin creating safety in order self-regulate and co-regulate,and one of the most easy to understand and simple explanations of trauma and how to move through it that I’ve ever...2024-03-2746 min

Talk Nerdy To MeMaster your Mind: Meditation, Metta, & Loving Kindness with Adam MahmoudToday I’m talking nerdy with Adam Mahmoud about meditation, mindfulness, and the intersection of eastern philosophies with western neuroscience. In this conversation we’re diving into Adams incredible personal journey in the realms of meditation, yoga, and firework, why most people encounter so much resistance to these types of practices despite how much we know it’s good for us, how to break through your resistance and begin to cultivate discipline, and how mindfulness practices can begin to change your mind and your life. Adam is a highly skilled, world-renowned Meditation Educator, Holistic Yoga teacher and Life Co...2024-03-2051 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Neuroscience & Psychology of Food Addiction: Eating, Weight Loss, & Body Image with Dr. Susan Peirce ThompsonToday I’m talking nerdy with Dr. Susan Peirce Thompson about the neuroscience and psychology of eating, food addiction, and weight. In this conversation we’re diving into what is happening in our brain’s when we eat, what is happening when we have complicated or addictive relationships with food, the risks of relying on willpower alone to change habits and patterns, what to do instead, what formulates our body image, and some first steps you can take start changing your relationship with yours. I have to say this conversation was one of the most surprising ones I’ve had...2024-03-1350 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Right and Left Brain: Self-Mastery & the Meaning of Life with Dr. Jill Bolte TaylorToday we’re talking nerdy with Alex’s favorite neuroscientist of all time, the author of her favorite neuroscience books, Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor. In this episode, Dr. Jill and Alex will talk nerdy about some of the major distinctions between the right and left brain hemispheres, how learning how to selectively access either hemisphere can make a major impact on the way you move through your day or your life, how the human brain is designed in such a way that we are at our core feeling beings who think NOT thinking beings who feel, the mirac...2024-03-0854 min

Vibrant YouHigh-Functioning Anxiety: Navigating Perfectionism, Codependency, and Imposter Syndrome with Alex NashtonAlex Nashton is a coach specializing in using neuroscience and mindfulness to help you rewire your brain to find freedom from fear and become unstoppable. Alex has spent the last 10 years teaching the highly ambitious how to master their own minds. Six of those years were spent formally studying neuroscience at UCLA where she completed independent research on the relationship between mindfulness and anxiety disorders.In addition to her one-on-one coaching practice, Alex acts as a mentor and teacher trainer for other coaches, psychotherapists, counselors, and mindfulness teachers looking to cultivate their skillset in supporting individuals with...2024-03-0452 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Science of Pleasure: Nitric Oxide & Orgasms with Alex NashtonToday we’re talking nerdy about the biology and physiology of pleasure. This solo episode with Alex Nashton will explore why your brain needs pleasure to rewire itself, including the neurotransmitters involved, how pleasure increases neuroplasticity through this magical little molecule called nitric oxide, the physiology of pleasure and it impacts your physical, mental, and emotional health, and what the fuck is happening in your brain when you have an orgasm. In this episode we’ll also cover other ways you can increase pleasure beyond the bedroom. Before you dive in, I would love it if you could...2024-02-2324 min

Talk Nerdy To MePolarity, Desire, & Rekindling Intimacy: Valentines Day Special with Megan Lambert & James MattingleyOn this Valentines Day, we’re diving into a very special episode with Megan Lambert & James Mattingley. In this conversation, Megan & James will teach us about the role of polarity in creating attraction and desire, what leads couples to put intimacy on the back burner, how to rekindle the spark in long term relationships, the importance of getting out of your head and into your body AKA how to be existence as more than just a brain on a stick, and how to celebrate love and pleasure this Valentines Day. Megan Lambert and James Mattingley are both coac...2024-02-1445 min

Talk Nerdy To MeFeminine Embodiment: Desire, Power, & Submission with Kelley BodeIn today’s episode, we’re diving into feminine embodiment with Kelley Bode. This conversation will cover topics such as the societal and cultural messages women receive about what it means to be feminine, the relationship between feminism and femininity, how women (and anyone really) can lean into their femininity while still being a feminist, and how feminine embodiment can help women create the relationships they truly desire. Kelley Bode is a relationship & dating coach who helps women have loving relationships with their king. She helps women who are single learn how to date and call in love...2024-02-0843 min

Talk Nerdy To MeRedefining Modern Masculinity: Self-Expression, Mental Health, & Creating Safety with Ryan MillerToday I’m talking nerdy with Ryan Miller about the complexity of modern day masculinity. In this episode we’re diving into the societal and cultural messages men receive about what masculinity is, how many of these messages are unsupportive, restrictive, and negatively impact men's mental health, and how men can begin to redefine their experience of masculinity with themselves and their partners to create a space for greater safety and freedom of expression within their romantic and platonic relationships.A little trigger warning before we begin that this conversation includes some touchy topics like sex, masturbation, and...2024-02-021h 00

Talk Nerdy To MeThis is your Brain on Imposter Syndrome with Alex NashtonIn this solo episode with Alex Nashton, we’re talking nerdy about the neuropsychology of imposter syndrome including a break down what imposter syndrome actually is, what it’s not, some of the defining characteristics of imposter syndrome, where it lives in the brain, and how to rewire yourself to be increasingly confident. Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more pe...2024-01-2525 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Neuroscience of Circadian Rhythm: Master your Body Clock with Russell FosterToday I’m talking nerdy with Professor Russell Foster about the neuroscience of circadian rhythm. In this conversation we’re diving into the relationship between light and your body clock, how your body transforms light information into electrochemical information, why melatonin is NOT the driver of sleep, the impact of circadian rhythm disruption on physical, mental, and emotional health, and some of Russell’s evidence-based recommendations to reset your own body clock. Professor Russell Foster is the Head of Oxford’s Nuffield Laboratory of Ophthalmology, the founder and Director of the Sleep and Circadian Research Institute. His research...2024-01-181h 05

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Self-Care Paradox: Navigating Sovereignty and Connection with Rory CallaghanToday I’m talking nerdy with Rory Callaghan about the necessity of connection in fostering a deeper level of self-care. In this conversation we’re diving into the paradox between becoming sovereign in your self-care journey while simultaneously needing community and connection, how to navigate making decisions in a time of informational overwhelm, the importance of connection to nature in facilitating greater wellbeing, and what gets in the way of creating those deeper relationships with others and something bigger than yourself. Rory Callaghan is an author, speaker, health futurist, digital nomad, and Allied Health professional based in Bali...2024-01-1043 min

Talk Nerdy To MeMoney, Sex, & Shame: The Power of Having Uncomfortable Conversations with Victoria LutzhoftToday I’m talking nerdy with Victoria Lutzhoft about money, sex, and why shame prevents us from having vulnerable, uncomfortable, and deeply healing conversations about them. In this episode we’re diving into the value of healing and being witnessed in community, where shame exists in the brain, how it inhibits our behavior, what is required to create a safe space for outing yourself, and how to begin having conversations about sex and money that ultimately lead to experiencing greater freedom in both of those facets of life. Victoria Lutzhoft is a human being, mother, sister, wife, seeke...2024-01-041h 04

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Neuroscience of Goals: Setting Resolutions that *Actually* Stick with Dr. Alex KorbIn this episode I’m bringing back Dr. Alex Korb to talk nerdy about the neuroscience of goal setting and goal achieving. In this conversation, we’re diving into what’s happening in your brain when you set goals, what gets in the way of actually achieving them, how to follow through when the initial burst of motivating fades, and how you can leverage neuroscience to set realistic goals that actually stick and that you are more equipped to follow through on. Dr. Alex Korb is a neuroscientist, coach, and bestselling author of The Upward Spiral. Dr. Korb has...2023-12-2746 min

Talk Nerdy To MeYou Might Be Codependent: Rewire Yourself for Healthier RelationshipsIt’s the most wonderful time of the year... and also the most codependent. In today’s episode, we’re going to break down what codependency is, what codependency is not, some of the defining characteristics of codependent relationships and behavior, where codependency lives in the brain, and how to rewire yourself to be increasingly interdependent.Because you’re listening to this podcast, you’re among the first to know about my upcoming Yoga Nidra Teacher Training that begins online January 17, 2024. Because 1:1 feedback from me and live attendance is such a critical component of this training, space is limited...2023-12-2141 min

Geta’s Digest PodcastNeuroscience & the Gut Brain Connection with Alex NashtonIn this episode we talk about why the saying "you can't teach a dog new trick(s)" is a lie. Alex, who is all neuroscience and rewiring your brain in relationships, gave us an insight of why our amazing brain has this deep capability of always learning new things, creating new habits, and the science behind Being an Elite in the Basics. *Hint* its normal to feel scared, but it is our due diligence to KEEP our body safe. Learning easy and functional tips of how to get our body out of fight & flight and the im...2023-12-131h 08

Talk Nerdy To MeMake It Hurt So Good: Managing Pain, Stress, & Trauma with Dan CarterToday I’m talking nerdy with Dan Carter again and this time we’re diving into the neurophysiology of pain: physical, mental, and emotional. This episode is less of a conversation and more of a masterclass where Dan will teach you about the biopsychosocial factors that influence pain, how our nervous systems and stress perceive pain, the relationship between pain, stress, and trauma, and most importantly how to manage our levels of pain physically and psychologically. The last conversation that I had with Dan on Talk Nerdy To Me was about the ripple effects of childhood trauma and t...2023-12-1346 min

Talk Nerdy To MeVagus Nerve: Mediating the Mind-Body Connection with Dr. Peter StaatsToday I’m talking nerdy with Dr. Peter Staats about all things Vagus Nerve. In this episode we’re diving into what the vagus nerve is, why it’s such a buzz word in the modern wellness community, the role that it plays in regulating physical, mental, and emotional health, how it mediates the mind-body connection, and the differences between stimulating the vagus nerve electrically vs. manually with things like breath work, repetitive movement, and cold water exposure. Dr. Staats completed his residency and fellowship training at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he also received...2023-12-0749 min

Talk Nerdy To MeMicrobiome Magic: Neurotransmitters, Mood, & Gut-Brain Axis with Chrissy ConstableToday I’m talking nerdy with Chrissy Constable about the gut-brain axis and microbiome. In this conversation we’re talking about what the microbiome is, how it’s created, grown, and destroyed, the relationship between microbiome and mental health, how the microbiome creates neurotransmitters, and a little dive into gastroenterology and the connection between the gut, HPA axis, vagus nerve, and immune system. Chrissy Constable is a yoga teacher, body reader, and gut fanatic. Chrissy has always been fascinated with the inner workings of the body and how diet, movement, and breath can improve your mental and physica...2023-11-2947 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Biology & Physiology of Gratitude with Rebecca RegnierIn this episode with Rebecca Regnier, we’re diving into the neuroscience of gratitude, how your neurochemistry and physiology changes when you’re in the active practice of it, how that sets your nervous system up for greater resilience, and the most potent ways you can begin to weave a gratitude practice into your own life. Rebecca Regnier is a global speaker & consultant, certified emotional intelligence & leadership facilitator, certified energy & mindfulness teacher and Founder of True Self Care. Her career didn’t start here! For decades she led sales teams for major corporations, crushing goals and building tight-k...2023-11-2252 min

Talk Nerdy To MeHow to Heal Your Broken Heart: The Science of Heartbreak & ResilienceToday we’re talking nerdy about the neuroscience of heartbreak. In this episode, we'll look at questions such as why you can’t get over your ex, why you can’t stop thinking about your ex, why heartbreak is so painful, where it lives in your brain, and how to heal your broken heart (through healing your broken brain). Because you’re listening to this podcast, you’re among the first to know about my upcoming Yoga Nidra Teacher Training that begins online January 17, 2024. Enrollment for this teacher training hasn’t opened anywhere else: not on Instagram...2023-11-1542 min

Talk Nerdy To MeRecovering from Narcissistic Relationships with Georgie CollinsonToday I’m talking nerdy with Georgie Collinson about narcissism and how to recover from a relationship with someone who has highly narcissistic traits or Narcissistic Personality Disorder. In this conversation we’re diving into what narcissism actually is and isn’t given how much that word is thrown around online, how to become more adept at identifying narcissistic people in your life or in your past relationships, how NPD develops, the types of individuals who are particularly vulnerable to relationships with narcissists, and how to recover from relationships with them. Georgie Collinson is Australia’s leading anxiety t...2023-11-0945 min

Talk Nerdy To MeFacing your Fear of Death & Living Fully with Julia de’CanevaThis conversation with Julia de’Caneva might just be the most uncomfortable and confronting episode of this podcast yet. In this conversation we’re diving into fear of death and dying, why as a society we struggle so much with even having conversations about death, how to live more intentionally, and what facing your fear of death can teach you about how you want to experience being alive. I’m gonna shoot straight with all of you- this conversation is triggering, but something that I’m a firm believer in is that I don’t just want to be havin...2023-11-0248 min

Talk Nerdy To MeHow to Grow your Self-Worth: Romanticizing Yourself with Courtney DurrToday I’m talking nerdy with Courtney Durr about all things self-worth. In this conversation we’re diving into why women struggle in their relationships with themselves, the societal messages that lead us to distrust ourselves, and how to begin fostering a more emotionally nurturing relationship with yourself to grow your level of self-worth. Courtney Durr is a self-worth coach who helps women cultivate a loving relationship with themselves and build a life that feels genuinely fulfilling to them. Over 10 years ago, Courtney started her career in personal training. Working with predominantly women, she got an intimate view...2023-10-2551 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThis is your Brain on Lies: The Neuroscience of Deception and HonestyToday we’re talking nerdy about the neuroscience of lying and telling the truth. In this solo episode, Alex is diving into why lying evolved from an evolutionary perspective, what is happening in your brain when you lie to yourself or others versus telling the truth, the psychological value of self-deception, and how to get better at detecting when others are lying to you. Alex is also going to share more about the vow of honesty she took 7 years ago and how it dramatically changed her relationship with others and herself.Before you dive in, I w...2023-10-1832 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Science of Sleeping Soundly: Physiological & Behavioral Changes for Deep Rest with Nicole ShallowToday I’m talking nerdy with Nicole Shallow about all things sleep including what an ideal night of sleep looks like, how to know when we’ve truly gotten enough sleep, what to do when our quality of sleep sucks, and what’s happening in our brain and nervous system when we’re getting a good night of sleep versus a challenging one. Nicole Shallow is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Sleep Specialist. She is extremely passionate about this topic and has become an authority figure in the sleep education space. She has partnered with many large bran...2023-10-1141 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Ripple Effects of Childhood Trauma & Path to Healing with Dan CarterToday I’m talking nerdy with Dan Carter about the impact of trauma on your physical, mental, and emotional health. In this conversation, we’ll dive into the difference between “big T” trauma and “little t” trauma, how the experience of childhood trauma shapes our beliefs and behaviors as adults, and what it takes to cultivate nervous system resilience in order to heal and move forward. Dan Carter has been coaching for 13 years while also running regular education workshops and programs for gyms, studios, personal trainers, and allied health professionals in the areas of strength, functional movement, mindset and n...2023-10-0451 min

Talk Nerdy To MeTrain your Brain to Age Well: Memory & Cognition with Dr. Alan CastelIn today’s conversation with Dr. Alan Castel, we’re talking about how the brain, thinking, and cognition change as we age. In this episode, Dr. Castel will discuss some of the “normal” age-related declines we can expect as we get older, at what point can we begin to discern if our decline is atypical or problematic, some of the research-proven ways we can preserve and protect the health of our brain’s memory and attentional capabilities as we age, and what goes into creating a meaningful and fulfilling life according to older populations. Alan Castel is a Professor...2023-09-2741 min

Talk Nerdy To MeTurn Yourself On Again: The Psychology of Sexual Desire & Pleasure with Courtney BoyerToday I’m talking nerdy and talking dirty about pleasure, desire, and sexuality with Courtney Boyer. In this conversation, Courtney and I dive into why people and especially women experience low or no sexual desire, how desire changes over the course of our lives and relationships, the brain systems associated with creating pleasure, how to rekindle desire when it feels like its been lost, and the biological and psychological reasons why you should be creating more space for pleasure in your life. Courtney Boyer is a relationship and sexuality expert and author of Not Tonight, Honey: Why wome...2023-09-2043 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Science of Confidence: Rewiring your Brain for SuccessThis solo episode with Alex is a masterclass on rewiring yourself for greater confidence. In this conversation we’ll dive into the psychological purpose of confidence, where positive self-confidence lives in the brain, and how to strengthen it. This episode functions more like a live workshop, so make sure you’ve got a notebook and pen handy and let’s get ready to talk nerdy. Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you h...2023-09-1336 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Neuroscience of Manifestation: Becoming your Future SelfToday’s episode is all about the neuroscience of manifestation. In this solo broadcast with Alex we’ll explore how your thoughts and beliefs shape your current reality, why your brain and body get stuck there, and how to hijack your nervous system to propel yourself into a future beyond your wildest dreams. In this conversation we’ll dive into neuroplasticity, the neurochemistry of emotions, and quantum physics. Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In do...2023-09-0638 min

Talk Nerdy To MeMastering Effective Communication for Deeper Connection with Christine EartheartToday I’m talking nerdy about how to improve your communication skills with Christine Eartheart. In this conversation, we’re diving into what some of the most common communication breakdowns are, where dysfunctional communication patterns come from, and how to communicate more effectively in ways that will help you feel deeply heard and understood. In this episode, Christine gives some really practical, research-based action steps that you can take to enhance your communication with anyone in your life, whether that’s a partner, family member, friend, or coworker. Christine Eartheart is Co-Founder of the Center for Thriving Relation...2023-08-3047 min

Talk Nerdy To MePsychedelic Healing & the Science of Psilocybin with Alex WatersToday we’re talking nerdy about the therapeutic value of psychedelics and psilocybin in healing your brain and your heart. In this conversation with Alex Waters, we’re diving into some of the neuroscience behind how psychedelics and more specifically psilocybin change your brain by temporarily shutting down the Default Mode Network, the part of our brain that’s responsible for every day consciousness and ego, allowing for deep healing and neuroplasticity. We also talk about the scientific literature that highlights the effectiveness of trust and surrender in the efficacy of psychedelic healing modalities, the combination of psyched...2023-08-2347 min

Talk Nerdy To MeEmotional Processing: Cognitive vs. Somatic Approaches with Janira MartinezToday I’m talking nerdy about emotions and emotional processing with Janira Martinez. In this conversation, we’ll cover the difference between a cognitive or analytical top-down approach to emotional processing as opposed to an approach that’s more bottom-up or somatic. We’ll also talk about why you might be suppressing or repressing emotion, the impact that has on your mental and physical health, the danger of not feeling your feelings, and how to actually process your emotions so that you don’t get stuck in them. Janira Martinez is a Desire & Soul Coach on a mission to...2023-08-1641 min

Talk Nerdy To MeOptimizing Hormonal Health for Cognitive Wellness with Bindi StablesToday I’m talking nerdy with Bindi Stables about the relationship between hormones and neurochemistry and the impact that has on cognitive, emotional, and brain health. This episode is less of a conversation and more of a masterclass where Bindi will teach you about how circadian and infradian hormonal fluctuations influence the way that you feel, the differences in those rhythms between men and women, some simple diagnostic guidelines to discern whether or not your hormones may be imbalanced, and practical tools to balance your hormones and subsequently neurochemistry. Bindi is a board-certified Integrative Health Practitioner specializing in...2023-08-0952 min

Talk Nerdy To MeNeurodiversity: Understanding Autism, ADHD, & the Path to Inclusivity with Alex MartynowiczToday I’m talking nerdy about neurodiversity with Alex Martynowicz. In today’s conversation, Alex breaks down for us what neurodiversity is, the rise in neurodivergent diagnoses like ADHD and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder), the difference between neurodivergent awareness and supportive action, and how neurotypical individuals can foster a greater environment of inclusivity and celebration. Alex is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and yoga teacher, working with neurodivergent teens at a middle school through Acceptance and Commitment Training, yoga, mindfulness, and breathwork. Her neurodivergent-affirming practices aim to empower her students and give them tools to show up authen...2023-08-0246 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Neuroscience of Love & AttractionToday’s episode explores the neuroscience of romantic and sexual attraction, love, and relationship conflict. This episode was bootlegged from a conversation I had with Christine Eartheart, founder of The Center for Thriving Relationships, where she interviewed me for her podcast, The Thriving Relationships Show, a few weeks ago.Before you dive in, I would love it if you could hit pause and leave us a 5 star review and a written review on whatever platform you’re listening on. In doing so, you help get this podcast into the ears and brains of more people like you. ...2023-07-2657 min

Talk Nerdy To MeYoga Nidra: Healing the Subconscious & NSDR with Mona AnandIn this conversation with Mona Anand, we break down what the ancient practice of Yoga Nidra is, Non-Sleep Deep Relaxation, how it differs from other forms of meditation and hypnotherapy, its power to release and heal subconscious and unconscious blocks, memories, and stuck emotions, as well as create an expanded state of consciousness. Mona is a co-owner of ISHTA Yoga, a yogiraj or yoga master in the ISHTA lineage and the teacher training director of ISHTA’s world renowned teacher training programs. She is most passionate about and best known for her work in the fie...2023-07-1948 min

Thriving Relationships ShowNeuroscience of Attraction, Conflict, & Relating with Alex Nashton & Christine Eartheart❤️ IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN… ❤️ 6:35 - What happens in the brain when we fall in love and why we are attracted to certain people 17:50 - What happens in the brain when long term love loses its allure and we start to get pulled to other people 26:18 - Whether or not we can change who we feel attracted to 34:20 - What to do if you aren't sure if you are attracted to your partner (there's hopeful news for you here!) 39:17 - The blueprints of relationships that become imprinted 46:35 - Th...2023-07-1856 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Science of Decision Making and Procrastination with Tobias JohnsonToday I’m talking nerdy about your brain's decision-making process with Tobias Johnson. In this conversation, we’re diving into the different factors that influence your brain’s ability to make decisions such as- how much effort is required, when that effort will be required, how much time it will take, and other factors such as your emotional state and relationship with discomfort. In this episode, Toby gives some really practical, research-based action steps that you can take to help your brain get on track to make decisions, set goals, and follow through on your commitment. Tobias is a hea...2023-07-1241 min

Talk Nerdy To MeLeap of Faith: Embracing your Hero’s Journey and Conquering Fear with Jonathan BowlesToday I’m talking nerdy with Jonathan Bowles on taking a leap of faith and how to get out of your head and into your heart. In today’s conversation, Jonathan and I are going to step away from the science for a moment and into the practical: what does it actually take to recondition your relationship with fear in such a way that it can exist without holding you back from creating a life beyond your wildest dreams?Jonathan is a motivational speaker, professional encourager, coach, and lovingly known as the pastor of disaster. He left a 16...2023-07-0547 min

Talk Nerdy To MeRewire your Subconscious Money Mindset with Ruby LeeToday I’m talking nerdy with Ruby Lee about money mindset, how misbeliefs around money inhibit our earning potential, how to overcome fear in upleveling your income, and the work that we both did to create relationships with money that are peaceful rather than emotionally triggering and stressful. Ruby Lee is a Motivational Speaker, Business Coach, & Wealth Activator. She’s the founder of Flow State Business Coaching. With a focus on flow state mastery and flow psychology, Ruby’s unique coaching philosophy blends energetics with tactical strategies to help her clients back themselves in a big way. Her miss...2023-06-2847 min

Talk Nerdy To MeMotivation to Change: Behind the Scenes of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Dr. Raymond BepkoToday’s guest has been one of the single most influential people in my own life and mental health. In this conversation, we talk about the most common dysfunctional and unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior that people struggle with, the difference between desire and motivation in creating lasting change, what stops people from changing, and the skills that are necessary for psychological health and resilience. Dr. Raymond Bepko has been a practicing psychotherapist in New York State since 1978. He is presently in private practice in the central New York area. His practice encompasses traditional emotional and beh...2023-06-211h 04

Talk Nerdy To MeAnatomy of Fear: Amygdala, Autonomic Nervous System, & Overcoming AnxietyToday we’re talking nerdy about the neuroscience of fear and anxiety. In this solo episode with Alex, we’ll dive into how your brain learns and unlearns fear, the difference between healthy fear and anxiety, the role that your amygdala and autonomic nervous system play in your fear response, and 4 key practices you can start using today to work through your own anxiety. Not only will Alex break down what brain regions and neural pathways are associated with fear, but how you can use a conceptual understanding of this neuroscience to create actionable steps towards change. If you...2023-06-1448 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Science of Secure Attachment: How to Cultivate Healthier Relationships with Ashley WellerToday I’m talking nerdy with Ashley Weller on the science and psychology of attachment styles. Your attachment style is one of the most important, if not the most important factor in how you show up and sustain relationships. Today we’re delving into where they come from in terms of formative childhood and relational experiences, how they influence your relationship behaviors as an adult, and how you can change them.PSA 🚨 If you are finding yourself in unhealthy or unhelpful relationship patterns, Ashley and I are going to talk about how you can become increasingly secure. Not...2023-06-071h 07

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Power of Pleasure: Healing Trauma through Vagus Activation with Lauren HarknessToday’s guest is an expert on the lived experience of neuroplasticity within the nerve pathways that your body uses to experience sexual pleasure. In today’s episode of Talk Nerdy To Me, I’m speaking with Lauren Harkness on expanding your body’s capacity to feel pleasure, the four sexual nerve networks and how they can change, the role of the Vagus Nerve in healing trauma, and what exactly tantric embodiment practices are. This episode may not be suited for sensitive ears as my guest and I cover topics such as sexuality and trauma. Lauren Harkness is the Co...2023-06-0142 min

Talk Nerdy To MeExploring the Science & Spirituality of the Nervous System with Kristin LealIn today’s episode of Talk Nerdy To Me, we’re going to dive into the intersection of science and spirituality, the autonomic nervous system, why stress isn’t actually as bad as you think, and one of the most powerful practices you can do right now to support your brain and body. Today I’m talking with Kristin Leal: a teacher, lecturer and body worker who travels the world with her MetaAnatomy trainings passionately sharing about the miracle of the human body and the liberating potential of both movement and stillness. She is the author of the books...2023-06-0144 min

Talk Nerdy To MeLeading with Vulnerability: Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & Mental Health Stigma with China McCarneyIn this conversation with China McCarney, we talk about what his own mental health journey has looked like, the role that stigma played in perpetuating his own struggles with anxiety and depression and the most effective tools he’s learned. In this episode we’ll also touch on topics such as imposter syndrome, vulnerability, ownership, and the role of service as a form of accountability and self-leadership.China McCarney is the Founder & CEO of the Athletes Against Anxiety and Depression Foundation. He is also the VP & CFO of Jaeger Sports Inc. in Southern California. China was also a mi...2023-06-0157 min

Talk Nerdy To MeThe Neuroscience of Habit Change with Dr. Alex KorbToday we’re talking nerdy about the neuroscience of habit formation- and not just behavioral habits like reaching for your phone first thing in the morning or eating a cookie every time you feel sad, but also cognitive habits and patterns of thinking, like why you might get stuck in the habit of using self-criticism as a form of motivation. In this conversation with Dr. Alex Korb, we dive into why your brain creates and sustains habits-even when they suck-and what it actually takes to rewire your brain for habits of thinking and behavior that are more helpful. Dr...2023-06-0155 min

Talk Nerdy To MeNeuroplasticity: How To Rewire Your BrainToday we’re talking nerdy about neuroplasticity AKA your brain’s ability to rewire itself. In this solo episode with Alex, we’ll dive into how your brain rewires its neural pathways on both cellular and systems levels and how you can harness and maximize that change to rewire yourself. Not only will Alex break down what neurons, neural pathways, and neurogenesis are, but how you can use a conceptual understanding of this neuroscience to create actionable steps towards change. Neuroplasticity is your brain’s ability to rewire itself. Your brain is the only organ in the human bod...2023-06-0151 min

Talk Nerdy To MeWelcome to Talk Nerdy To Me with Alex NashtonHow do I rewire my brain? How does neuroplasticity work? Why do I still have anxiety? How can I improve my mental health?How do I become more confident? How do I overcome my imposter syndrome? How do I feel more motivated? How do I heal my trauma? Why do I freak out in relationships? Why am I codependent? What does it *actually* take to change? I’m Alex Nashton and I love the human brain, but what I’m even more obsessed with is helping you understand...2023-05-1001 min

What‘s Your Position?FULL FRONTAL: From Celibacy to Self-Worth w/ Alex Naston S3:Ep:3🚨DISCLAIMER: Our guest was not part of the hook-up culture but a self-described serial monogamist. We misrepresented her experience in dating at the beginning of the episode and want to ensure her story is told correctly. We apologize for any issue this may cause🚨 Hello, fellow humans! We have an extraordinary Full Frontal episode for you! Mindfulness maven Alex Nashton joins us, discusses her journey into celibacy and self-discovery, and offers tips on managing anxiety and self-worth while dating. We had such a great time that we will be going live on Instagram THIS FRIDAY to talk about...2022-09-062h 28

Think Like an OwnerJay Davis and Jason Pananos - Serial Acquisition Strategies and Holding Companies - Ep.130My guests on this episode are Jay Davis and Jason Pananos. Jay and Jason acquired Vector Disease Control, which provides vector borne disease prevention and lake management services, in 2011. About 4 years after acquisition, they realized serial acquisitions complementary companies could be a powerful growth lever. And 14 acquisitions later, they sold the company in 2017 for a very successful outcome. Following the sale, they founded the Nashton Company where they've been mainstay search investors and the last few years holding company investors.They're also co-founders of Compounding Labs, a partnership between Jay and Jason, Kent Weaver and Will Thorndike...2022-08-301h 02

The Healing Cocoon by Urban Ascension1. Rewire Your Brain for More Joy with Neuroscience Ninja Alex NashtonAlex Nashton is a neuroscience ninja, coach, teacher, and teacher trainer. She's endlessly inspired by the human brains ability to change itself. Her love affair with the nervous system began when she realized she could use both an understanding of neuroscience and the tools of mindfulness to pull herself out of a long-time battle with anxiety and depression. Now she specializes in using both modern neuroscience and ancient mindfulness practices to help others unplug from patterns of the past, rewire themselves for less anxiety and create more joy. Most recently, Alex was based in in Santa Monica, California, where s...2022-07-2640 min

Flow State BusinessBiohacking - Understanding your biological rhythm to build a better business with Tanessa ShearsSend us a textI am so loving this journey of discovering different tools and modalities that help connect us with our true selves. It’s been so fascinating to uncover mystical truths and also begin to see how exploring the spiritual side of things links straight back to science. My guest today, Tanessa Shears, takes us to a whole new level as she talks all things biohacking.Tanessa is a health consultant who works holistically with entrepreneurs to eliminate brain fog and boost their productivity, energy and focus with biohacking. She is a...2021-04-0730 min

Flow State BusinessBreathwork and Neuroscience - Yoga and meditation teacher Alex NashtonSend us a textYou are going to love this episode, like good food for your soul. My guest today is the divine Alex Nashton who I’ve had the honour of getting to know through her workshops and we speak about breathwork, neuroscience and the intricate relationship between what’s going on in our heads and what’s happening within the container of our bodies.Abiding in California, Alex is a yoga and meditation teacher, Ayurvedic health coach, teacher and trainer and currently completing formal studies in neuroscience at UCLA. Alex is endlessly inspired by the...2021-03-0337 min