Reduce Cortisol with Neuroscientist Dr Manish Tomar

Welcome to this brand new episode: Reducing Cortisol with Neuroscientist Dr Manish Tomar for Episode 123 of the Soles to Soul Care for Trauma and AuDHD with Eve Menezes Cunningham Podcast.Two of my favourite things about our conversation were:1) his pointing out that the brain benefits from teeny tiny self-care, Self care and collective care practices – it’s all about intention and2) teeny tiny breaks every 60-90 minutes, even to have a quick stretch or delicious sip of water help us reduce excess cortisol by reminding our nervous systems that we’re safeHe explained that we can try and prove ourselves worthy by crossing the Sahara but actually, the brain doesn’t differentiate between something enormous like that and something as simple as even a couple of Sun Salutations each day or a walk in the park.As you commit to ANY practices that help you feel more connected to yourself, your Self and each other, you’re supporting yourself at a neurobiological level, too.I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed talking to Dr Manish Tomar.Le grá (with love),Ev3HASHTAGS#neuroscience#reducecortisol#adhdsupport#traumarecovery#drmanishtomar#newpodcastepisode#solestosoulcarefortraumaandaudhdCHAPTERS0:00 Introduction: Why tiny intentional actions change the brain0:41 Welcome to Dr Manish Tomar3:27 From dream research to neuroscience and meditation7:53 What does self-care really look like?12:11 Why small acts of kindness to yourself matter14:32 A simple breathing practice to regulate your nervous system16:46 Movement, dopamine and making difficult tasks easier20:37 Finding awe in nature and the power of the sea25:49 Co-regulation, community and emotional safety29:21 Why lots of little self-care practices work best31:38 What would you tell your younger self?34:19 Grounding practice and closing reflectionsLINKSSisters of Defiance with Anita RaniIf you enjoyed this episode, check out:Episode 47: Create Your DopamenuEpisode 83: Community as self-care with Elizabeth PottsChoose your own adventures: New adventures in the works including Inner Child Play, Stop Self Loathing, Move Past People Pleasing and Purpose, Meaning and Joyhttps://solestosoul.ie/adventures/Book your free telephone consultation and access 100s of body-mind practices at https://solestosoul.ie/free-downloads