04B: Window of Tolerance

Emotional ups and downs are normal- but what can we do when they lead to distress? The window of tolerance will help with the first step, which is recognizing the emotional dysfunction, in order to bring you back to regulated emotional functioning. The window of tolerance is a useful tool that allows one to assess level of alertness. Understanding the concept of the window of tolerance helps us deal with times where we feel overwhelmed and stressed. Dr. Barbaranne Branca invites you to find the state you are in currently and gives strategies to come back to your window of tolerance for those times you need it, whether it is now or in the future. Being in the window of tolerance allows people to feel safe and process information with greater ease. Join us on this episode to learn how to arrive at the safe and optimal zone for cultivating mindfulness. Show Notes Brainthropology Noun /brānTHrəˈpäləjē/ the study of optimizing brain health for peak performance in life the science of the human brain, especially the study of its influence over sensations, emotions, mental abilities, and function in daily life You carry around a three-pound, wrinkly mass of tissue in your head that is the control center, enabling you to simultaneously think, move, feel emotions, and sense the world around you. It controls every single thing you will ever do including every breath, thought, emotion, and heartbeat. This amazing supercomputer is your brain and you have the ability to improve its functioning no matter your age or condition. On this podcast, we educate our listeners on the potential of the human brain, how to optimize its abilities, and equip you to find solutions when it has been altered by life, illness, or an injury. Our unique programming offers practical applications, exercises, expert interviews, and therapist feedback on issues we have been tackling together as a team for the last 20+years. We hope to share our knowledge and experience to empower and encourage you to live a life filled with hope, joy, and purpose. Brainthropolgy Team: Courtney Wang, MHS, OTRL Dr. Jessica Smith, OTD, OTRL Meg Scaling, OTRL Debbie Loftus, MOT, OTRL Mindfulness Episodes: Dr. Barbaranne Branca Show Links For more information about the show visit the links below. Website: www.GalaxyBrainCenter.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainthropology Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Brainthropology/ Email: [email protected] Sponsors Special thanks to our Sponsor. Galaxy Brain Center