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Have you ever experienced something so perfectly timed or deeply personal that you wondered if it was more than a coincidence? Or wished you could feel connected to someone you love who has passed away?   Psychic medium and spiritual teacher Orly Altaras returns to Electric Ideas for a fascinating conversation about life after death, recognizing signs from loved ones and learning to trust the guidance available to us.   Drawing on her work connecting people with loved ones in spirit, Orly shares what she calls the "secret language of spirit" and how we can become more attuned to it in everyday life. She explains how to ask for signs, connect with spirit guides and distinguish intuitive nudges from the noise of our own thoughts. Whitney and Orly also explore why our need for control can get in the way of receiving guidance, and how curiosity, presence and a little playfulness can open us to unexpected possibilities.   Whether you're grieving someone you love, navigating a season of uncertainty or simply curious about what lies beyond the physical world, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on connection, self-trust and the possibility that we have more support than we realize.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: How to recognize signs and messages from loved ones who have passed away Why certain coincidences and synchronicities feel especially meaningful How to ask for signs and begin connecting with your spirit guides The "secret language of spirit" and how intuition can help us recognize guidance How limiting beliefs, self-doubt and the need for control can interfere with our ability to receive Simple practices, including journaling and meditation, to strengthen your intuition Why making space for yourself matters, especially when you're accustomed to tending to everyone else How following joy, curiosity and unexpected nudges can lead to surprising possibilities Reflection Question to Ponder:  What do I need to know today? What will help me along my path?   Take a listen to episode 81 with Orly: Unlocking Psychic Medium Secrets and Understanding Your Sixth Sense   Check out Whitney's new Come Back to Yourself Collection   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Orly: Instagram | Website

What happens to intimacy when life gets busy, and your relationship starts to feel more like managing a household than connecting with your partner? Between motherhood, work, and everything else on your plate, it's easy to lose touch with the parts of yourself and your relationship that once felt effortless. In this episode, Whitney sits down with sex therapist Brooke Bralove to talk about what intimacy really means, why it can be so hard to maintain in long-term relationships, and how to find your way back to each other.   Brooke shares why intimacy goes far beyond sex, how desire naturally changes over time, and why the idea that great sex should always be spontaneous can set couples up for frustration. They talk about mismatched libidos, the impact of perimenopause on sexual desire, and practical ways to create more connection, even when life feels full. From making time for meaningful conversations to exploring what helps you reconnect with your own sexuality, Brooke offers a fresh perspective on keeping intimacy alive without adding more pressure to your relationship.   Whether you've been feeling disconnected from your partner or simply want to bring more closeness into your relationship, this conversation offers practical ways to start. You'll learn how to talk about sex and intimacy more openly, approach differences in desire with less blame, and make space for connection that works for both of you.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: What intimacy really means beyond sex Why motherhood and everyday responsibilities can get in the way of connection Simple ways to build more intimacy into a busy relationship How to navigate mismatched libidos without blame or resentment Why spontaneous desire isn't the only kind of sexual desire Taking ownership of your own sexual needs and pleasure How perimenopause and menopause can affect sexual desire The role of non-sexual touch in building closeness How curiosity, shared experiences, and gratitude strengthen relationships How to talk to your partner about sex without creating defensiveness What to expect from sex therapy and when it might help Reconnecting with your own sexuality and what makes you feel desire Reflection Question to Ponder:  What allows me to tune into my sexual self and connect with my sexual self?   Check out Whitney's new Come Back to Yourself Collection   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Brooke: Instagram | Website | Facebook | TikTok

What happens when you know you need more rest and joy, but there's always something else that needs your attention? In this episode, Whitney shares her conversation during the Mom Setting Boundaries Summit as a guest to talk about the challenge of setting boundaries as a mom and why making space for yourself isn't selfish.   Whitney shares practical ways to reconnect with what brings you joy, protect time for rest, and create flexible rhythms that work in real life. She also talks about letting go of the guilt that can come with taking time for yourself and why caring for yourself is one of the ways you model healthy boundaries for your children.   If you've been struggling to hold onto the boundaries you know you need, this conversation offers simple ways to start making more room for yourself. Listen to the episode for Whitney's thoughts on setting boundaries, finding more joy, and taking care of yourself without the guilt. Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: Why boundaries can be so difficult for moms to maintain Making time for rest and joy Letting go of guilt around self-care Creating flexible rhythms instead of rigid routines Modeling healthy boundaries for your children Finding small, meaningful ways to reconnect with yourself   Check out Whitney's new Come Back to Yourself Collection   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast

How is it possible that we're already at 200 episodes of Electric Ideas? When Whitney started this podcast, she had no idea where it would take her or how much she would learn along the way. In this special episode, Whitney is reflecting on the journey from leaving the corporate world and navigating early motherhood to finding coaching, meditation, writing, and a deeper sense of purpose.   Over the years, Whitney has talked with more than 150 experts about motherhood, identity, mental load, self-fulfillment, and the pressure to do it all. She's sharing some of what those conversations have taught her, why she created Electric Ideas, and how the podcast has evolved. She'll also share what's ahead, including a book she's working on and the new Come Back to Yourself collection.   Most of all, this episode is a thank-you to everyone who has listened, shared an episode, or been part of this community. Tune in to the 200th episode of Electric Ideas and celebrate this milestone with her.   Check out Whitney's new Come Back to Yourself Collection   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast

Have you ever wondered if becoming a mom meant giving up a part of yourself? In this episode, Whitney talks with Ruthie Ackerman, author of The Mother Code, about the tension between motherhood, ambition, identity and the life you imagined for yourself. Ruthie shares her own experience of feeling torn between having children and the creative, adventurous life she wanted, and how she came to realize that becoming a mother didn't require giving up the other parts of who she was.   They talk about the messages women grow up with around motherhood, including the idea that being a good mom means putting your own passions and ambitions aside. Ruthie also shares how her views on feminism influenced her feelings about becoming a mother, how her family's history shaped her fears around having children, and what she learned through her own fertility journey with egg freezing, IVF, and ultimately using donor eggs. Along the way, she found herself questioning a lot of the assumptions she had about what motherhood and family are supposed to look like.   If you've ever felt like you had to choose between being a good mom and pursuing the things that make you feel like yourself, tune into this episode of Electric Ideas.   Here's what you can look forward to in today's episode: The pressure to choose between motherhood and ambition Why women often see motherhood as a sacrifice of identity and passions Rethinking what feminism and motherhood can look like together How family history and personal trauma can shape decisions about motherhood The emotional and financial realities of egg freezing and IVF The fertility wealth gap and why fertility preservation isn't equally accessible Choosing donor eggs and letting go of the focus on DNA Redefining what makes someone a mother Balancing ambition, motherhood, and guilt Creating a version of motherhood that actually fits your life   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Ruthie: Instagram | Website | Book: The Mother Code | Substack

Have you ever wondered why motherhood can bring out emotions you didn't even know were there? One minute you can feel completely in love with your kids, and the next you're angry, overwhelmed, guilty, or wondering why something that seems so small is affecting you so deeply. In this episode, Whitney talks with Dr. Angele Close, a clinical psychologist and certified IFS therapist, about matrescence, the emotional and psychological transformation that happens when we become mothers, and why so many of us aren't given the language to understand what we're going through.   Dr. Close shares her own experience of becoming a mother and realizing that being a therapist didn't make her immune to the challenges of motherhood. Through major life changes, grief, moving from Canada to the U.S., and the uncertainty of the pandemic, she found herself confronting emotions and reactions she didn't always understand. She eventually discovered Internal Family Systems, or IFS, which helped her understand the different parts of us that show up to protect us when we feel stressed, overwhelmed, or hurt. Whitney and Dr. Close also talk about mom guilt, the pressure to be a "good mom," and why some of our biggest reactions with our kids may be pointing us toward parts of ourselves that need more attention and compassion.   This conversation offers a different way to look at the hard parts of motherhood. Dr. Close shares how getting curious about our emotions can help us feel calmer, more connected and compassionate with ourselves and our kids.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: What matrescence is and why motherhood can feel like such a major internal shift Angel's unexpected journey into motherhood Why motherhood can bring up anger, guilt, shame, and overwhelm How Internal Family Systems (IFS) can help us understand our reactions The pressure to be a "good mom" and where mom guilt comes from How motherhood can bring unhealed parts of ourselves to the surface What "self-energy" means and how to cultivate more calm, compassion, and connection Simple ways to reconnect with yourself through mindfulness, nature, and creativity How our inner work can impact our connection with our children   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Dr. Close: Instagram | Website | Book: Unburdening Motherhood

We live in a culture that constantly tells us we're too busy. There's never enough time, there's always something else to do, and the things we want for ourselves keep getting pushed to the bottom of the list. But what if we're thinking about time all wrong? In this episode, Laura VanderKam, author, time management expert, and mom of five, shares a different way to look at our time and the choices we make with it.   Laura has spent years studying how people actually spend their time, and what she's found is pretty surprising: even the busiest people tend to have more discretionary time than they realize. We talk about how to find those pockets of time in your own day, why our default habits can easily take over, and how simple systems can make life feel a little lighter. More than anything, this conversation is about being intentional with the time we have and making sure we're actually making room for the things that matter to us.   If you've ever caught yourself saying, "I don't have time for that," this conversation might make you stop and think about that a little differently. Laura shares practical ways to rethink your relationship with time, make space for the things you love, and start taking some of those bigger ideas and dreams off the "someday" list.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: Rethinking the belief that we never have enough time Moving from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset around time Finding the discretionary time hiding in your everyday schedule Why tracking your time can change the way you see your days Making your "golden hours" more intentional Creating simple systems that reduce mental load Making space for your own goals, joy, and self-care Breaking big dreams into small, doable steps Leaving room for spontaneity instead of filling every minute Letting go of perfection when life gets complicated Asking yourself what you want to spend more and less time doing Reflection question to ponder: What do I want to spend more time doing?   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Laura: Instagram | Website | Book: Big Time | Facebook | Podcast: Best of Both Worlds | Podcast: Before Breakfast

What can Dolly Parton's life teach us about being more courageous, trusting ourselves, and fully embracing who we are? Beyond her music and larger-than-life personality, Dolly built a life rooted in creativity, courage, generosity, and a willingness to do things her own way. In this Mini Jolt, Whitney reflects on Dolly's legacy and the lessons her life offers women who are navigating their own paths in a world that can make us feel like we need to fit a certain mold.   Whitney explores three powerful lessons we can take from Dolly's life: finding your own way to do what's in your heart, trusting your own knowing even when it means saying no to an incredible opportunity, and refusing to water yourself down to make other people more comfortable. Dolly never seemed particularly interested in fitting herself into someone else's idea of who she should be. Her story is a powerful reminder that we don't have to follow the traditional path, wait for permission, or make ourselves smaller to create a meaningful life.   If you've ever wondered whether you're being too much, held yourself back because you didn't fit the "right" mold, or ignored that little voice telling you what you really want, this episode is a chance to reconnect with that part of yourself.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: Finding your own way to pursue what's in your heart What Dolly Parton's unconventional creative process can teach us Trusting your gut, intuition, or "inner knowing" The story behind Dolly saying no when Elvis wanted to record "I Will Always Love You" Why self-trust is something we build through practice Refusing to water yourself down to fit someone else's expectations What Dolly's authenticity can teach us about being "too much" Turning perceived limitations into strengths Using your own experiences and challenges as a source of contribution Carrying Dolly's legacy forward by letting yourself be fully who you are Reflection Question to Ponder: What would Dolly do?   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast

Ready to dive into a world bursting with color, a powerful force that shapes our experiences every day? Take a moment to think: when was the last time you really felt how a certain shade impacted your emotions? Throughout history, scientists and scholars have studied the fascinating connection between colors and our psyche, shining a light on their incredible power. While everyone has their own color preferences, there are some universal truths about how they affect our minds and souls.   In today's episode, join Whitney as she connects with Color Psychology Expert, Michelle Lewis, author of "Color Secrets: Learning the Universal Language We Were Never Taught." They'll explore everything from science and history to medicine and the mystical realm of how colors influence our moods. Discover how to surround yourself with the perfect hues that match your needs and desires.   While you soak up all the wisdom Michelle and Whitney share, think about the moments that really hit home for you. Which color totally captivates your spirit or just repels your senses, and why? Share your insights from today's episode on Instagram, and make sure to tag us at @‌thecolorcure and @‌whitneywoman. Let's go on this exciting journey together as we unravel the mysterious language of color!   Here's what to look forward to in today's episode Eight colors have been scientifically documented to evoke reactions in people - red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple, pink, and magenta What story brand colors tell for businesses Every color evokes emotion / strong reaction There are positive and negative emotions for each color based on experience When to use/wear specific colors and when to avoid them The stark difference between pink and magenta Successful situations and the colors involved Incorporating color into your home environment and the clothes you wear What can women be asking themselves more? Are there colors you're repulsed by, colors that you need to heal things from the past? ‌ Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Michelle: Instagram l Website l Book: Color Secrets l Brand Color Quiz

DOWNLOAD 5 DAYS TO LESS STRESS, MORE SATISFACTION HERE   What if the reason you feel disconnected from yourself in motherhood isn't that you're doing something wrong, but that you've gotten so used to putting everyone else first? In this Mini Jolt, Whitney gets honest about her own experience of navigating motherhood, career, burnout, and the feeling that she was somehow failing at both work and home. Looking back with the perspective of years of coaching, self-reflection, and conversations with more than 150 experts, she explores why so many mothers find themselves becoming the most negotiable part of their own lives.   Whitney also digs into the identity shifts and grief that can come with motherhood, especially when your career, priorities, or sense of self starts to change. Rather than offering another list of things moms should be doing, she invites you to slow down, look inward, and start building a life from the inside out. You'll hear why self-abandonment isn't simply a scheduling problem, how motherhood can train us to override our own needs, and why creating more space to listen to yourself can be the first step toward feeling more intentional, grounded, and connected to your own life.   And if you're wondering where to start, Whitney shares a simple practice you can try right away: the "What Do I Need Buffer." It's a small pause built into your day to check in with yourself and ask, What do I want right now? What do I need right now? Tune in for a conversation about motherhood, identity, and finding your way back to yourself.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: The pressure of being told you can "have it all" Her own experience with motherhood, career, and burnout The identity loss and grief that can come with major life transitions Why so many mothers become the most negotiable part of their own lives What it means to build a life from the inside out Why self-abandonment isn't just a time-management problem The "What Do I Need Buffer" and how to use it in your own life Rebuilding self-connection through small, intentional pauses Moving from urgency and overwhelm toward more choice and agency Reflection question to ponder:  Where in my life have I gotten used to treating myself as negotiable?   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast

We all have an inner child who lives inside of us. Hopefully she was cherished and celebrated in her youth. But for those who faced any sort of misunderstanding, hurt or abandonment from a caregiver, oftentimes unintentionally, those experiences can haunt us in our most intimate relationships and lead to lots of havoc and suffering in adulthood.   In today's episode, I talk with Gloria Zhang, a relationship coach based out of Canada who is best known for her top 100 show: The Inner Child Podcast. Gloria helps high achievers permanently break patterns of toxic love and create secure, successful relationships through her unique Inner Child re-parenting methods.   In our conversation, Gloria helps us understand how unresolved inner child wounds can show up in our lives, especially with our partners. We delve into the link between our relationship with our parents and how that plays out in what we look for in a spouse later in life. Listen until the end to find out things you can do to move past your discovered behaviors and her best tips for better communicating in our relationships.   I would love to know what you connected with in today's episode. Drop us a note to let us know -  @bygloriazhang and @whitneywoman!   Here's what to look forward to in today's episode: A deeper look at how to define the Inner Child The big core wounds that can show up in your life and signs to look for The link between a relationship with our parents and how that impacts a relationship with our partner Examples of issues with your mom or dad as a child Tips for things we can do, aside from therapy, to move past behaviors that we recognize Advice for women who feel like they've surrendered their identity after starting a family Rules for the road when it comes to having fair, better communication and relationships The best time to get into the right mindset with yourself How to build a healthy relationship A helpful and powerful question to ask yourself   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Gloria: Instagram | Website | Podcast: The Inner Child Podcast

DOWNLOAD 5 DAYS TO LESS STRESS, MORE SATISFACTION HERE   If you've ever wondered, "How can I lead a team at work or run the parent-teacher organization with confidence, yet feel completely at a loss when my child falls apart?" this conversation is for you.   Many of us were taught to solve problems, push through discomfort, and work harder when something isn't going well. Those instincts build successful careers and meaningful contributions to our families and communities.   But they don't always build deeper connection with our children.   In this episode, Whitney connects with maternal mental health expert Kate Kripke to explore why motherhood asks something entirely different of us. Together they unpack the difference between our achievement brain and our connection brain, why anxiety is often an overwhelmed nervous system rather than a personal failing, and how learning to steady ourselves first changes the way we show up for the people we love most.   Whether you're navigating toddler tantrums, standoffs with teenagers, or simply trying to be more present in the middle of a full life, this conversation offers a refreshing alternative to trying harder. You'll leave with a completely different way of thinking about patience, connection, and why the moments you most want to escape are often the ones your child needs you most.   In this episode, you'll learn: Why high-achieving women often struggle most in motherhood The difference between your achievement brain and your connection brain Why your child's meltdown isn't always a problem to solve How your nervous system shapes your parenting more than any script or strategy Why trying harder can actually make anxiety worse What children really need when they're overwhelmed The difference between being physically present and helping your child feel truly seen Practical ways to regulate your nervous system before responding to your child How to recognize when you've slipped into fix-it mode One powerful question that can transform difficult parenting moments   About Kate Kripke Kate Kripke is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a specialty certification in Perinatal Mental Health. She is a maternal mental health expert who helps mothers move beyond anxiety, overwhelm, and burnout by strengthening emotional regulation, calming the nervous system, and building deeper, more secure connections with their children.   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Kate: Instagram | Website | Podcast: Motherhood Uncut

The reciprocal relationship between mindfulness and creativity is fascinating. Sometimes when we're our most tapped in and mindful, we invite in powerful waves of creativity. Other times, when we're out of sync, creative endeavors can be a vehicle for exploration and expression that helps us ease back into more mindful rhythms.   In today's episode I talk with Katy Oberle, a licensed psychotherapist turned Creative Mindfulness Coach and singer/songwriter. Katy is passionate about expanding the definition of mindfulness to include creative, nature-based and embodied practices. She coaches clients to develop their own "brand" of mindfulness that honors their innate creativity, life circumstances, values and goals. Katy believes that when our wise creative spirits come out to play, healing and transformation can happen at all levels.   Katy shares with us what it means to practice mindfulness and some of the benefits that come with it. Additionally, Katy talks about being mindfully creative vs. creative mindfulness, provides advice on how to tap into compassion for ourselves and different ways to be creative.   Katy and I would love to hear your take on creative mindfulness and how you implement it. Share today's episode on Instagram and be sure to tag us - @katyoberle and @whitneywoman!   Here's what you can look forward to in today's episode: Katy's take on what it means to practice mindfulness Some benefits of mindfulness The differences between meditation and mindfulness Being mindfully creative vs. creative mindfulness Advice on how to tap into compassion for ourselves Transforming emotions by channeling creativity The importance of focusing on the process, not the end product E.M.A.P. (everyday mindfulness action plan)   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Katy: Instagram | Website | Facebook Group: A Creatively Mindful Life Katy's Book/Author recommendations: An Artful Path to Mindfulness: MBSR-Based Activities for Using Creativity to Reduce Stress & Embrace the Present Moment by Janet Slom, MFA Self Compassion by Kristin Neff Still Life: the myths and magic of mindful living by Rebecca Pacheco The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

Have you ever ended the day wondering where all your time went? Between work, motherhood, endless to-do lists, and trying to squeeze in a little time for yourself, it's easy to feel like you're always busy but never quite caught up. In this episode, Whitney sits down with productivity and time- management expert Ronna Belinky to talk about a different approach. One that's rooted in compassion instead of hustle.   Together, they explore how simple planning habits can actually create more freedom, not more pressure. Ronna shares practical ways to quiet the mental load, stop feeling like everything has to get done today, and make space for the things that matter most. From realistic to-do lists to protecting your energy and letting go of guilt, this conversation is full of small shifts that can make everyday life feel a little lighter.   Tune in for a conversation that will leave you with practical tools to reclaim your time, protect your energy, and create more space for what matters most.   Here's what you can look forward to in this episode: Why not everything needs to get done today The difference between productivity and hustle culture How planning ahead creates more freedom and presence Simple ways to reduce decision fatigue and mental load Why brain dumps are one of the easiest ways to feel less overwhelmed How to break big projects into manageable steps The importance of pacing yourself instead of trying to do everything at once Why tracking your time can help you create more realistic plans How planning tomorrow today can make your mornings less stressful Tips for protecting your energy and reducing constant task switching Setting boundaries with email, notifications, and distractions How self-compassion plays a key role in sustainable productivity Why understanding your own rhythms leads to a planning system that actually works   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast   Connect with Ronna: Instagram | Website | LinkedIn

Our brains are busy all day monitoring our bodies and balancing our thoughts. In order to care for this complex, powerhouse organ, we need to give it extra layers of support. "Nourish your mind, nourish the world," as today's guest, Dr. Mary Rensel likes to say.   Dr. Rensel is both the Assistant Professor of Neurology at the Cleveland Clinic and Director of Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis and Wellness at the Mellen Center of Cleveland Clinic. She is board certified in neurology and integrative medicine and continues to be voted via Cleveland Magazine as "Best Doctor" in Cleveland since 2010. Dr. Rensel shares strategies for nourishing our brain with simple, extra layers of support each day and why this is so needed. We also delve into how to harness creativity through our brains, the benefits of deep breathing and how intentional breaks boost long-term brain function. Dr. Rensel and I would love to know how you are supporting and nourishing your brain today. Share today's episode on Instagram and be sure to tag us - @the_brain_fresh and @whitneywoman! Here's what you can look forward to in today's episode: ·       Why we need to give our brains additional support each day and some of Dr. Rensel's favorite ways to give that support ·       Situations and states that are good for your brain ·       What happens in our brain when we enter flow state ·       Ways to intentionally harness creativity ·       Benefits of deep breathing and intentional breaks for better brain function ·       Advice for an aging brain ·       Why doing something new is so good for our brains ·       Areas of brain research that are catching Dr. Rensel's attention   Learn more about 1:1 coaching with Whitney - book a 15-minute Spark Session   Connect with Whitney: Instagram l Website l 5 Days to Less Stress, More Satisfaction l Tend to Your Soul Toolkit l 10 Soulful Journaling Prompts | Electric Ideas Podcast     Connect with Dr. Rensel: Instagram | Website