Notes to My Nervous System: Mom Therapy & Real Conversations

Most entrepreneurs and leaders are running on empty—and they don’t even realize it. In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, therapist and mom Erin sits down with coach and founder Sarah Jane McNaughton to unpack the powerful neuroscience-based strategies to reset your nervous system and reclaim your energy before burnout takes over.If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or stuck in endless hustle without fulfillment, this episode is your roadmap to sustainable leadership. Sarah Jane shares her personal journey from corporate stress to nervous system mastery, breaking down how understanding your biology can transform your well-being and your business.🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:The safety mechanism behind your stress responses and why you might be unconsciously sabotaging your successPractical tools like intentional movement, breath work, and nature practices that rewire your nervous system for flowHow solo entrepreneurs can combat isolation and split attention with community and simple routine adjustmentsThe secret to balancing capacity and doing less, so you can actually enjoy the fruits of your workWhy joy and fun are your most powerful productivity tools—more effective than hustle and pressureImagine waking up with clarity, feeling calm under pressure, and guiding your team with ease. The opportunity is here, and it starts with tiny shifts in your daily habits.👤 About Our Guest:Sarah Jane McNaughton is a leadership and personal development coach based on the Sunshine Coast, with a background in corporate leadership and retreats. She specializes in stress management and neurobiology, helping to create sustainable success through nervous system regulation. She is the founder of Power Peace Prosper and Ascendancy Executive Solutions.📱 Regulate Your Nervous System Between Episodes:Try the Mind Circuit App (formerly known as Ease) — a short, evidence-based bilateral stimulation (BLS) tool designed to reset your nervous system when life feels too loud. Perfect for moments of anxiety, overwhelm, or trauma-informed self-care. Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.🏷️ Topics Covered: Burnout recovery, nervous system regulation, sustainable leadership, entrepreneurship, solo founders, neurobiology, stress management, work-life balance, high-functioning anxiety, corporate leadership, personal transformation, capacity building This isn't therapy or a how-to show—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder to ourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authentic conversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is your space. This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for their own health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly.Support the Show:If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.© 2026 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved.  YouTube → @erin_notestomynervoussystem Website → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠         ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠@Mindcircuit 

Discover how to navigate stress, burnout, and overwhelm with nervous system regulation for high-achievers and leaders. In this episode of Mom Therapy, we have real conversations with seasoned entrepreneur Laura about staying grounded while managing a startup expansion. Laura shares how integrating wellness solutions like breathwork, yoga, and physical therapy into a busy routine can instantly boost resilience and reduce stress.We explore why embracing human frailties and vulnerability is a strength that fuels authentic leadership. Laura reveals her journey of overcoming burnout and the transformative potential of curiosity and joy in sustaining mental health.In this episode, you’ll discover:Stress Relief Techniques: Practical strategies like breathwork and yoga that you can use instantly to calm your brain.Leading with Purpose: How to navigate the emotional load of caregiving and startup life while maintaining authentic connection.Overcoming Burnout: Lessons from Laura’s personal journey on owning mistakes and leveraging perspective during setbacks.Building Resilience: Tools for delegating effectively, embracing impermanence, and cultivating safety through community support.Laura is the entrepreneur behind Autism Home Support Services and Hookoo, known for her candid insights on mental health and organizational growth. Her story provides the "lived expertise" our community of urban millennial moms trusts when seeking lifestyle solutions.Whether you are an entrepreneur in a major hub like Chicago, Seattle, or Atlanta, or a leader feeling stretched to your limits, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you lead more mindfully.Join the Mind Circuit App community and start your journey to rebellious riches today.This isn't therapy or a how-to show—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder to ourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authentic conversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is your space. This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for their own health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly.Support the Show:If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.© 2026 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved.  YouTube → @erin_notestomynervoussystem Website → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠         ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠@Mindcircuit 

Explore financial trauma and nervous system regulation for high-achievers as we master perfectionism and rewrite your money story with financial empowerment expert Nicole Johnson. In this episode of Mom Therapy, we dive into real conversations about breaking the cycle of poverty and achieving wellness solutions through financial freedom.Most women don’t realize that financial trauma is a deeply rooted issue until they begin the journey of self-healing. Nicole Johnson, author of Rebellious Riches, shares her vulnerable journey from multiple bankruptcies to becoming a homeowner with a 2.25% interest rate—an achievement that has already transformed the lives of over 200 women.In this episode, you’ll discover:The Root of Financial Trauma: How childhood patterns and attachment wounds shape your current money habits without your awareness.The Five-Step Process: Nicole breaks down her blueprint of revelation, transformation, and manifestation to help you develop a healthy relationship with money.Practical Wellness Tools: Actionable strategies like labeling your money, automating savings, and managing multiple accounts to overcome burnout and stress.Healing & Self-Compassion: Why financial well-being is a vital part of your emotional health and how therapy is key to healing emotional scars.Nicole Johnson is a financial coach and founder of the Money Reset Experience, dedicated to helping women erase trauma and unlock lifestyle solutions. Whether you are a millennial mom in a major hub like Chicago, Seattle, or Atlanta, or a woman ready to break generational cycles, this conversation offers the "lived expertise" and trauma-informed insights our community trusts.Stop repeating habits that keep you stuck in survival mode. If you’re a high-achiever tired of feeling powerless, this episode is your guide to creating freedom on your own terms.Join the Mind Circuit App community and start your journey to rebellious riches today. https://www.facebook.com/share/1AJuZjpksQ/?mibextid=wwXIfrhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/wealthywomenlifestyle https://www.facebook.com/thenicolejohnsontv https://www.youtube.com/@thenicolejohnsontv This isn't therapy or a how-to show—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder to ourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authentic conversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is your space. This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for their own health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly.Support the Show:If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.© 2025 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved. YouTube → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠@Mindcircuit

Two moms—one in the mountains and one in the Midwest—sharing one frequency. In this month's episode of Regulated-ish, we're getting real about the chaos, uncertainty, and emotional rollercoaster of seasonal transitions. We dive into the overwhelm of summer planning, teens preparing for college, and the profound "hidden endings" of parenting—like those subtle last walks at school before sending them into the world.We explore how the unpredictability of weather perfectly mirrors the turbulence of self-regulation. From managing the unexpected money and energy drain of teenager appetites to a lighthearted but honest look at ADHD brains, we discuss why knowing your coping tools is only half the battle.Most importantly, we remind each other (and you) that summer doesn't have to be perfect. Through tiny shifts like intentional breathing and managing expectations, you can find a little more grounding amidst the chaos. Remember: your nervous system needs support, not another to-do.🎧 Topics covered:Summer planning & the mental load of caregiversNavigating hidden endings & kids' growing independenceNervous system regulation during seasonal transitionsManaging the emotional turbulence of unpredictable weatherSimple neural hacks & real-time mindfulness to keep calmIf anything here stirs something up, check out the Mind Circuit app on Apple Store and Google Play for gentle ways to settle your nervous system.🧠 About the Host: Erin is a licensed therapist, trauma-informed mom of two, and creator of the Mind Circuit App (Ease) — a somatic nervous system reset tool available on the App Store and Google Play. Mind Circuit offers bilateral stimulation (BLS) and short, evidence-informed practices for when life feels too loud.About the Host Meghan: Instagram · embracing_my_weirdness : Unmasking & loving my weird self. Hobbies? Got 'em! Confirmed ADHD? YUP. Lived in a home? You know it! Raising non-asshole kids? Working on it! Join me.🎙️ About Notes to My Nervous System: A podcast about understanding your nervous system so you can move through hard moments with less self-blame and more calm. Topics include somatic healing, trauma-informed parenting, emotional regulation, high-functioning anxiety, brain fog, and the mind-body connection. Notes to My Nervous System is a trauma-informed podcast for women’s mental health. Hosted by therapist and mom Erin, we explore mom therapy and nervous system regulation—learning to feel safe in your body without the pressure to "fix" yourself. This is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App (Ease). Pair our real conversations with the app’s Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS) and AI tracking to reset your internal state. Regulated-ish is a conversational series within the Notes to My Nervous System podcast, grounded in the same nervous-system regulation framework that informs the Mind Circuit ecosystem, which focuses on practical, time-limited regulation supports rather than therapy or treatment.Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/developer?id=Mind+CircuitApple: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ease-stress-anxiety-relief/id6478664305Instagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystem Website → mindcircuit.orgLegal & Safety Disclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Most people misunderstand boundaries as walls that keep others out. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Jen Dragonette shares how flexible, compassionately communicated boundaries can actually bring people in—healthy, trusting, and safe. If you've ever felt guilty setting boundaries or worried about pushback, this conversation will change your perspective forever.Erin Vandermore and Dr. Jen explore the nuanced dance of honoring yourself while inviting connection. You'll discover: how to differentiate rigid versus flexible boundaries, the importance of curiosity over judgment when others push back, and practical phrases that foster understanding rather than defensiveness. They break down the “Dear Man” DBT skill for negotiation, share how to assess whether someone respects your boundaries, and highlight the vital role of your nervous system in these moments.We delve into the common pitfalls—like misinterpreting pushback as rejection—and the opportunity to deepen trust through honest dialogue. Setting boundaries isn’t about keeping others out; it's a way to bring in relationships that truly serve your well-being. This episode is essential for anyone navigating complex relationships, from family to colleagues, and wants to create a life rooted in authenticity and safety.Whether you're tired of the unspoken rules or ready to express your needs with kindness and clarity, you'll leave inspired to set boundaries as acts of love—an open fence, not a fortress. Perfect for caregivers, professionals, and anyone craving healthier, more honest connections. Grow your capacity to communicate boundaries confidently and compassionately.If anything here stirs something up, check out the Mind Circuit app on Apple Store and Google Play for gentle ways to settle your nervous system.🧠 About the Host:Erin is a licensed therapist, trauma-informed mom of two, and creator of the Mind Circuit App ( Ease) — a somatic nervous system reset tool available on the App Store and Google Play. Mind Circuit offers bilateral stimulation (BLS) and short, evidence-informed practices for when life feels too loud.🎙️ About Notes to My Nervous System:A podcast about understanding your nervous system so you can move through hard moments with less self-blame and more calm. Topics include somatic healing, trauma-informed parenting, emotional regulation, high-functioning anxiety, brain fog, and the mind-body connection. New episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, and everywhere you listen.Notes to My Nervous System is a trauma-informed podcast for women’s mental health. Hosted by therapist and mom Erin, we explore mom therapy and nervous system regulation internal state. Discover somatic tools and intentional living to help you navigate overwhelm and find genuine safety today.Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:Android : https://play.google.com/store/apps/developer?id=Mind+CircuitApple : https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ease-stress-anxiety-relief/id6478664305Instagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → ⁠mindcircuit.org⁠Legal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Most women avoid their feelings—and in doing so, they overthink as a way to manage deeper emotions they’re afraid to feel. What if there’s a way to break that cycle by truly trusting your body and embracing your vulnerability? Shauna Hawks, embodiment mentor and yoga teacher, reveals the hidden connection between overthinking, emotional avoidance, and the body's natural stress responses—and how simple shifts towards surrender can unlock profound resilience.In this compelling conversation, Shauna shares her groundbreaking framework: overthinking is a symptom of avoiding deep emotions, and resilience is found in surrendering into that vulnerability. She unpacks how societal messages teach women to disconnect from their bodies, pushing them into a constant mental loop that leaves them feeling stuck and overwhelmed. Using insights from nervous system science, Shauna explains why a dysregulated body can hinder clarity, trust, and authentic emotional expression—and how healing begins with feeling safe in your own skin. You’ll discover practical tools to start reconnecting with your body today—like setting alarms to pause and feel, and embracing vulnerability as a strength rather than a weakness. Shauna discusses the power of sweet surrender: the art of allowing life to unfold, releasing control, and opening yourself to receive more love, support, and emotional resilience. She also explores how society’s neglect of emotional literacy keeps women in a cycle of push-push-push, and why changing this narrative begins within.This episode is perfect for women craving deeper self-trust, mental clarity, and emotional freedom. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your thoughts or disconnected from your body, Shauna’s gentle insights will show you a way home—where you can finally feel safe enough to be fully, vulnerably human. Tune in and discover how to rewire your nervous system for calm, confidence, and authentic connection.📱 Need support right now?The Mind Circuit app ( Ease) is a guided nervous system reset tool built for moments just like this. Whether it's bilateral stimulation (BLS) to calm anxiety, a wind-down for sleep, or a quick transition between stressful moments — it's not therapy, it's the "how" when your body needs help before your brain catches up. Download Mind Circuit today.🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music & all major platforms. Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" of your patterns, the app provides the "how" through:·        Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerful tools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.·        AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven way to continue our "Real Conversations" privately.·        Gamified Healing: Somatic tools like "Catch the Leaf" make trauma-informed parenting and self-care approachable and consistent.Start Your Reset Today Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store →⁠ Download Now⁠Google Play →⁠ Download Now⁠Connect & Listen:Instagram →  @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite →⁠ mindcircuit.org⁠Legal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Most moms feel overwhelmed by stress and generational patterns—until they learn to reset their nervous system. In this episode, Safiya Omosanya, the "cycle-breaking mom," reveals groundbreaking strategies to transform reactive parenting into calm, conscious connection.Safiya shares her raw journey from overwhelmed mother to trauma-informed expert, guiding you on how to recognize stress patterns and regulate your body. We dive deep into:The science of nervous system regulation and emotional safety.Breaking intergenerational wounds through tapping and intentional pauses.Managing emotions without shame and modeling authenticity for your kids.Understanding adolescent brain development to foster better relationships with teens.When you heal yourself, you create a safe space for your children to thrive. If you’re ready to step into confident, calm leadership and break the cycle, this episode is your call to action.About our guest: Safiya Omosanya is a trauma-informed coach and the creator of the MindCircuit app, dedicated to helping moms parent from a place of calm connection.Ready to start your reset? Hit play and begin your transformation today.📱 Need support right now?The Mind Circuit app ( Ease) is a guided nervous system reset tool built for moments just like this. Whether it's bilateral stimulation (BLS) to calm anxiety, a wind-down for sleep, or a quick transition between stressful moments — it's not therapy, it's the "how" when your body needs help before your brain catches up. Download Mind Circuit today.🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music & all major platforms. Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" of your patterns, the app provides the "how" through:·        Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerful tools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.·        AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven way to continue our "Real Conversations" privately.·        Gamified Healing: Somatic tools like "Catch the Leaf" make trauma-informed parenting and self-care approachable and consistent.Start Your Reset Today Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store →⁠ Download Now⁠Google Play →⁠ Download Now⁠Connect & Listen:Instagram →  @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite →⁠ mindcircuit.org⁠Legal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Unlock the secret to calming even the most overwhelmed nervous system. If you or someone you love feels stuck in fight, flight, or shutdown mode, this episode will change the way you understand trauma responses—and how to support healing over just surviving. Imagine mastering simple, science-backed techniques that help your body find peace from within—without the need for words or complex therapies. Dr. McConaughey is a trauma educator and author dedicated to guiding survivors and allies alike in reclaiming agency after trauma. With a background rooted in attachment and co-regulation, she shares powerful insights on why your body reacts the way it does—and more importantly, how to gently help it restore balance. You’ll discover the truth behind the on/off nature of trauma responses, and how the process of regulation actually begins with recognizing your nervous system’s signals. We break down:The science of co-regulation and how early attachment shapes your body’s responsesPractical strategies for supporting loved ones in triggering moments, especially avoiding harmful “calm down” commandsThe importance of non-verbal connection—like shared breathing—to build trust and reduce dysregulationWhy dissociation isn't a failure but a vital protection, and how to respect it without shameHow to understand religious trauma and its unique impact on the body and mindThis episode is essential for anyone navigating trauma—whether you're healing yourself or supporting others. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your body's reactions or frustrated by others who don’t understand what you’re experiencing, here you’ll find compassion, clarity, and practical tools to foster healing and safety. Prepare to rethink what you know about trauma responses and discover gentle, effective ways to lower stress, restore agency, and feel safe in your body again. Your nervous system holds the key—and now, there’s a manual. Don’t miss out on transforming pain into peace.📱 Need support right now?The Mind Circuit app ( Ease) is a guided nervous system reset tool built for moments just like this. Whether it's bilateral stimulation (BLS) to calm anxiety, a wind-down for sleep, or a quick transition between stressful moments — it's not therapy, it's the "how" when your body needs help before your brain catches up. Download Mind Circuit today.🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music & all major platforms. Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" of your patterns, the app provides the "how" through:·        Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerful tools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.·        AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven way to continue our "Real Conversations" privately.·        Gamified Healing: Somatic tools like "Catch the Leaf" make trauma-informed parenting and self-care approachable and consistent.Start Your Reset Today Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store →⁠ Download Now⁠Google Play →⁠ Download Now⁠Connect & Listen:Instagram →  @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite →⁠ mindcircuit.org⁠Legal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Nervous system regulation isn't just a buzzword—it's the key to healing burnout, brain fog, and the chronic exhaustion that hustle culture left behind. In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, therapist and mom Erin sits down with creator and recovering workaholic Anna Przybylski to unpack what happens when your body finally says "no more."🎯 What You'll Learn in This Episode:Break the burnout cycle before it breaks you—why your nervous system crashes even when you "love" your jobStop the high-functioning anxiety loop that keeps you overachieving and under-livingRecognize somatic signals like chronic fatigue, IBS, and brain fog as your body's way of demanding restWalk away from the hustle without guilt—and why "doing nothing" is the most radical nervous system resetRebuild your identity when everything you tied your value to disappears🕐 Timestamps:00:00 — Introduction & Meet Anna Przybylski02:16 — Anna's burnout story: "I worked 8 days a week"03:11 — The pandemic wake-up call that changed everything07:47 — Finding her voice online: "I don't want to do things"15:53 — Redefining success: "I had a house to cry in"31:19 — Advice to your younger self: "It can change"👤 About Our Guest: Anna Przybylski is a creator, author, and comedian known for her viral content on rest, self-acceptance, and leaving hustle culture behind. Her message—"I don't want to do things, I want to do no things"—resonated with millions and sparked a movement around slowing down and choosing yourself. She tours nationally with her comedy show and continues to build a community around radical rest and self-compassion.📱 Regulate Your Nervous System Between Episodes:Try the Mind Circuit App (formerly known as Ease) — a short, evidence-based bilateral stimulation (BLS) tool designed to reset your nervous system when life feels too loud. Perfect for moments of anxiety, overwhelm, or trauma-informed self-care. Available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.🏷️ Topics Covered: Burnout recovery, nervous system regulation, somatic healing, polyvagal theory, trauma-informed parenting, high-functioning anxiety, hustle culture recovery, chronic fatigue, work-life balance, self-compassion, mom therapy, mental health for momsNotes to My Nervous System is a trauma-informed podcast for women’s mental health. Hosted by therapist and mom Erin, we explore mom therapy and nervous system regulation—learning to feel safe in your body without the pressure to "fix" yourself.  The Mind Circuit App (Ease) Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" ofyour patterns, the app provides the "how" through: ·       Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerful tools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.·       AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven way to continue our "Real Conversations" privately.Start Your Reset Today Download MindCircuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets (NewPlatform Growth)  Instagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.orgLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informationalpurposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Struggling to set boundaries without your nervous system going into fight-or-flight? Trauma therapist Dr. Sharon Martin (author of Cutting Ties with Your Parents and The Better Boundaries Workbook) joins Erin to break down exactly how to stop people-pleasing, protect your energy, and communicate your needs — without blowing up your relationships.🎯 In this episode, you'll learn how to:Stop the anxiety loop that fires every time you try to say "no"Set boundaries at work without torpedoing your reputation (especially if you're new)Use a relational approach that gets buy-in instead of pushbackChange YOUR behavior to protect a boundary — even when the other person won'tPause before responding so your nervous system doesn't hijack the conversationRecognize when explaining your boundary actually works against you💡 Whether you're dealing with high-functioning anxiety, burnout, chronic stress, or just the brain fog that comes from constantly overextending yourself — this episode gives you a somatic, polyvagal-informed framework for boundary-setting that actually feels safe in your body.📖 About the Guest:Dr. Sharon Martin is a licensed psychotherapist, trauma specialist, and author specializing in adult children of dysfunctional families. Her books include Cutting Ties with Your Parents, The Better Boundaries Workbook, and the CBT Workbook for Perfectionism.📱 Need support right now?The Mind Circuit app ( Ease) is a guided nervous system reset tool built for moments just like this. Whether it's bilateral stimulation (BLS) to calm anxiety, a wind-down for sleep, or a quick transition between stressful moments — it's not therapy, it's the "how" when your body needs help before your brain catches up. Download Mind Circuit today.🎧 Also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music & all major platforms. Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" of your patterns, the app provides the "how" through:·        Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerful tools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.·        AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven way to continue our "Real Conversations" privately.·        Gamified Healing: Somatic tools like "Catch the Leaf" make trauma-informed parenting and self-care approachable and consistent.Start Your Reset Today Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen:Instagram →  @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.orgLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Most women feel like they’re supposed to have all the answers, do it perfectly, and never show vulnerability — but what if true strength lies in leaning into discomfort? In this heartfelt episode, Meghan and her best friend Erin Vandermore explore how embracing the "hard things" can lead to profound personal growth, confidence, and authentic connection. You’ll discover why hesitation is often mistaken for procrastination, and how shifting from "yes but" to "yes and" opens up new possibilities for progress — whether that’s starting a business, confronting your fears, or changing longstanding habits. Meghan shares her own journey of breaking free from old patterns like seeking external validation, taking control of her life, and finding joy in the process of becoming her best self. Erin delves into the importance of asking better questions, and how redefining success and self-care can transform your mindset and relationships.Together, they break down practical strategies for overcoming the fear of failure, navigating social expectations, and asserting your worth without guilt. From rewriting our inner dialogue about body image to supporting women in leadership, this episode invites you to challenge the stories holding you back. If you're tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will inspire you to take that hard, necessary leap — and cheer you on every step of the way.Perfect for anyone ready to embrace vulnerability, improve self-trust, and build resilience. Whether you're on a personal journey or seeking to elevate your confidence in work and life, this episode offers real talk and actionable tools for making meaningful change. Take a deep breath, press play, and start leaning into your own "hard things" — because the growth on the other side is worth it.Two moms, two cities, one frequency.Most importantly, we remind each other (and you) to be gentle with your wiring. Not everything needs to get done today. You don't have to figure it all out right now.🎧 Topics covered:• Mom therapy & the mental load• Emotional regulation when you're running on empty• Nervous system care for overwhelmed moms• The inner critic & internalized patriarchy• Giving yourself a gentle landingIf anything here stirs something up, check out the Mind Circuit app on Apple Store and Google Play for gentle ways to settle your nervous system.🧠 About the Host: Erin is a licensed therapist, trauma-informed mom of two, and creator of the Mind Circuit App (formerly Ease) — a nervous system reset tool available on the App Store and Google Play. Mind Circuit offers bilateral stimulation (BLS) and short, evidence-informed practices for when life feels too loud.About the Host Meghan:  Instagram · embracing_my_weirdness : Unmasking & loving my weird self. Hobbies? Got 'em! Confirmed ADHD? YUP. Lived in a home? You know it! Raising non-asshole kids? Working on it! Join meDownload Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → ⁠Download Now⁠Google Play → ⁠Download Now⁠Instagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → ⁠mindcircuit.org⁠Legal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Nervous system regulation is the missing piece in modern parenting — and it starts with YOU. In this episode, pediatrician Dr. Mona (Peds Doc Talk) explains why your child's meltdowns are a nervous system response, not a behavior problem, and how understanding dysregulation can transform your parenting.🎯 In this episode, you'll learn how to:• Stop the shame spiral when your kid has a big emotional meltdown• Recognize how authoritarian parenting wired YOUR nervous system — and how to rewire it• Co-regulate with your child instead of over-talking or over-validating• Identify if postpartum anxiety or depression is blocking your parental intuition• Filter parenting advice on social media and trust yourself again⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction & Welcome03:00 – Meet Dr. Mona: Pediatrician, Educator & the "Why" Behind Behavior05:50 – Parenting Styles: Authoritarian vs. Permissive and Why Both Miss the Mark07:50 – Understanding Dysregulation: What's Really Happening in Your Child's Nervous System10:20 – Being Your Child's Calm Anchor During a Meltdown13:10 – Breaking the Cycle: Re-Parenting Yourself from Trauma15:15 – Navigating Parenting Advice Online: Credentials, Lone Wolves & Trusting Your Gut20:50 – Trusting Your Parental Intuition When Anxiety Won't Let You25:30 – A Letter to My Younger Self: Dr. Mona's Emotional Reflection👩‍⚕️ About the Guest:Dr. Mona is a board-certified pediatrician and creator of Peds Doc Talk — a multi-platform education hub across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and podcasting. She's known for translating child development and polyvagal science into real, doable support for families.🧠 About the Host:Erin is a licensed therapist, trauma-informed mom of two, and creator of the Mind Circuit App (formerly Ease) — a somatic nervous system reset tool available on the App Store and Google Play. Mind Circuit offers bilateral stimulation (BLS) and short, evidence-informed practices for when life feels too loud.🎙️ About Notes to My Nervous System:A podcast about understanding your nervous system so you can move through hard moments with less self-blame and more calm. Topics include somatic healing, trauma-informed parenting, emotional regulation, high-functioning anxiety, brain fog, and the mind-body connection. New episodes available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, and everywhere you listen.Notes to My Nervous System is a trauma-informed podcast for women’s mental health. Hosted by therapist and mom Erin, we explore mom therapy and nervous systemregulation—learning to feel safe in your body without the pressure to "fix" yourself. This is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App (Ease). Pair our real conversations with the app’s Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS) and AI tracking to reset your internal state. Discover somatic tools andintentional living to help you navigate overwhelm and find genuine safety today.Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowInstagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.orgLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Your nervous system holds the key to healing attachment wounds — and this episode shows you how. Licensed therapist and bestselling author Jessica Baum (Anxiously Attached, Safe) joins Erin to break down why attachment patterns live in your body, not just your mind, and what it actually takes to heal them.In this episode, you'll learn how to:Stop the anxiety loop by understanding where attachment wounds are stored somatically in your bodyBreak free from the "I'm just anxiously attached" label trap with the Wheel of AttachmentUse co-regulation to build the self-regulation your nervous system never learned as a childRecognize intergenerational trauma patterns without blaming your parentsMove past brain fog, chronic reactivity, and high-functioning anxiety through somatic healingFind (or become) an "anchoring nervous system" — even without a therapistTimestamps:01:30 – Meet Jessica Baum: attachment expert, LMHC, and bestselling author02:30 – What is the book "Safe" about? Nervous system regulation meets attachment science05:00 – The Wheel of Attachment: why you're not just one attachment style08:00 – Why we crave labels — and why attachment is more nuanced than TikTok says13:00 – Somatic exercises for healing: felt sense, free meditations, and slowing down16:00 – Why reading "Safe" might activate your body — and that's the point19:00 – The power of relational, somatic writing (and Jessica's mentor Bonnie Badenoch)25:00 – Co-regulation explained: how sharing nervous systems builds security31:00 – "It's a process" — healing attachment wounds isn't 3 steps, and that's okay38:00 – You don't need a therapist to heal — but you do need a safe nervous systemAbout the Guest: Jessica Baum, LMHC, is the founder of the Relationship Institute of Palm Beach, creator of the Be Selfull Method, and bestselling author of Anxiously Attached and Safe. She is a leading voice in attachment healing, interpersonal neurobiology, and trauma-informed therapy. Follow her @jessicabaumlmhc on Instagram. Her newest Book SAFE at her website at https://jessicabaumlmhc.com/About the Host:Erin is a therapist, EMDR practitioner, mom, and creator of the Mind Circuit App (formerly known as Ease) — a simple nervous system reset tool with short, evidence-based somatic practices including Bilateral Stimulation (BLS) for anxiety, overwhelm, and stress. Download free on Apple App Store or Google Play.Start Your Reset TodayDownload Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools: iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets (NewPlatform Growth)  @MindCircuitAppInstagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.org #NervousSystemRegulation#SomaticHealing #MomTherapy #EMDRatHome #BilateralStimulation#TraumaInformedParenting #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationLegal & Safety Disclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, thispodcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tooland is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Nervous system regulation is the key to breaking the over-functioning cycle that's destroying your energy, your relationships, and your sense of self. In this episode, trauma educator and somatic coach Lindsay Lockett (host of Holistic Trauma Healing) explains exactly what's happening in your body when you can't stop doing, fixing, and managing everything for everyone around you.In this episode, you'll learn how to:Stop the anxiety loop of compulsive doing and hypervigilance with somatic awareness toolsRecognize over-functioning as a sympathetic fight/flight survival response — not your personalitySit with dopamine withdrawal when you stop people-pleasing and over-managingBreak the cycle of burnout, resentment, and emotional shutdown in your marriage and motherhoodUse integrity and authenticity as the compass for real nervous system healingIf you're Googling:IBS, brain fog, chronic fatigue, high-functioning anxiety, freeze response, rage, touched out, emotional numbness, or "why can't I relax" — this episode is for you.Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome to Notes to My Nervous System01:24 – What over-functioning really looks like (and why it's not "Type A")04:15 – The nervous system science: sympathetic dominance & excess cortisol06:58 – Why your body is addicted to fixing — the dopamine loop explained10:31 – How to sit in the discomfort when you stop compulsive doing11:45 – The dopamine hit from solving other people's problems13:06 – Why you're socially rewarded for the thing that's burning you out16:28 – Hypervigilance: Why you track the tomato paste and your partner doesn't17:37 – Breaking the generational pattern with your kids24:28 – The wall: What happens when progress isn't enough33:05 – The real question: Would you still do it if nobody was watching?36:30 – Over-functioning and integrity — the missing link38:57 – Advice to your younger self: "Fuck around and find out" in authenticity44:24 – Nervous system reset & Mind Circuit app (formerly Ease)About the Guest:Lindsay Lockett is a trauma educator, somatic coach, and host of the Holistic Trauma Healing podcast. She helps women heal from trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and unconscious relational patterns through somatic practices and relational coaching.Resources:🧠 Download the Mind Circuit App ( Ease) — available on the App Store & Google Play. Try the Bilateral Stimulation (BLS) feature for anxiety relief between episodes.Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" of your patterns, the appprovides the "how" through:·       Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerfultools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.·       AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven wayto continue our "Real Conversations" privately.Start Your Reset TodayDownload Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools: iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets (NewPlatform Growth)  @MindCircuitAppInstagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.orgLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informationalpurposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, therapist and mom Erin sits down with Jessica Maguire —author of The Nervous System Reset—to explore why your body reacts before your brain catches up, and how understanding the three states of your nervous system can transform how you see yourself.What You'll Learn:• The three nervous system states: mobilization, regulation, and immobilization• Why chronic symptoms like IBS, pain, and anxiety may be rooted in nervous system dysregulation• How to recognize when you're stuck in old protective patterns• Why self-regulation practices matter (and why you don't need permission to use them)• Practical ways to adapt nervous system tools to your real life—even with kids, work, and endless to-dosJessica shares her journey from psychotherapy to teaching health practitioners nervous system-informed care, and why this work isn't about "hacking" your way to calm—it's about consistent, gentle practices that create real neuroplastic change over time.This episode is for you if:You've been told your pain or symptoms are "all in your head"You want to understand why you feel anxious, shut down, or constantly rushedYou're a parent, coach, or clinician looking to support nervous system healthYou're ready to release self-blame and find more self-compassionAbout Notes to My Nervous SystemNotes to My Nervous System is a trauma-informed podcast for women’s mental health. Hosted by therapist and mom Erin, we explore mom therapy and nervous system regulation—learning to feel safe in your body without the pressure to "fix" yourself. This is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App (Ease). Pair our real conversations with the app’s Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS) and AI trackingto reset your internal state. Discover somatic tools and intentional living to help you navigate overwhelm and find genuine safety today. The Mind Circuit App (Ease) Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" ofyour patterns, the app provides the "how" through:Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerfultools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven wayto continue our "Real Conversations" privately.Gamified Healing: Somatic tools like"Catch the Leaf" make trauma-informed parenting and self-care approachable and consistent.Start Your Reset TodayDownload Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → DownloadNowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets Instagram → @mindcircuitapp  @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.org #NervousSystemRegulation#SomaticHealing #MomTherapy #EMDRatHome #BilateralStimulation#TraumaInformedParenting #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informationalpurposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

If you're looking for a supportive space that blends deep mindfulness with nature-based wisdom, this episode is your blueprint. In this premiere of "Rooted & Resilient," we bridge the worlds of 'Mindcircuit' and 'Wilderness Muse' to show you how to create accessible, life-changing groups for women focused on true self-regulation and personal growth.Forget passive listening. We move beyond theory to give you an integrated, body-based regulation approach that helps you break through self-sabotage and unlock your peak potential. Discover how to foster a genuine, non-therapeutic community where everyone can thrive.Unlock These Key Insights: 🌱 The Power of the Hybrid Approach: Why combining "body-to-brain" (bottom-up) and "mind-to-body" (top-down) methods is the key to deep healing. 🤝 Nervous System Regulation as a Collective Act: How to leverage the power of social engagement and community support for individual resilience. 📚 Framing Your Group: Designing flexible meeting structures using book-based frameworks, including "Wired for Safety" and "Unlock Your Limitless Potential." 👩 A Call for Women’s Spaces: Why women are seeking non-therapeutic support and empowerment, and how to create an inclusive environment. 💡 Overcoming Self-Sabotage: Practical techniques for identifying resistance and stepping into your full, powerful self.Timestamps for Your Journey: 00:00 - Structuring and scheduling your hybrid healing support group. 00:32 - Experiential practice: Moving beyond passive listening to internalize coping strategies. 00:48 - Body-based regulation techniques you can use in a group setting. 01:37 - Defining your audience: Why women need non-therapeutic community support. 02:34 - Tapping into personal power and resilience for long-term growth.This is your invitation to build the supportive world you've been waiting for. Click play and start building your foundations of collaborative resilience today.The Wire to HealUnlock Your Limitless PotentialLinkedInTwitterStart Your Reset TodayDownload Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets(New Platform Growth)  @MindCircuitAppInstagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.org #NervousSystemRegulation #SomaticHealing #MomTherapy #EMDRatHome #BilateralStimulation #TraumaInformedParenting #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationLegal & Safety Disclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, thispodcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tooland is not a substitute for clinical treatment. Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erinm Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Two moms, two cities, one frequency. In this month's episode, we're getting real about the overwhelm of March — from bodies breaking down over a can of Dr. Pepper to the mental load of parenting, the inner critic that never shuts up, and why January resolutions can feel like pressure instead of a fresh start.We dive into the messy middle of emotional regulation, the tug-of-war between anxiety and ADHD, and how internalized patriarchy shows up in mom life and between women. We talk about seasonal depression, nervous system overload, time blindness in the post-COVID era, and why history keeps repeating itself.Most importantly, we remind each other (and you) to be gentle with your wiring. Not everything needs to get done today. You don't have to figure it all out right now.🎧 Topics covered:• Mom therapy & the mental load• Emotional regulation when you're running on empty• Nervous system care for overwhelmed moms• The inner critic & internalized patriarchy• Anxiety, ADHD & the "messy middle"• Seasonal depression & vitamin D struggles• Giving yourself a gentle landingIf anything here stirs something up, check out the Mind Circuit app on Apple Store and Google Play for gentle ways to settle your nervous system.Keywords: mom, mom therapy, emotional regulation, nervous system, regulation, mom life, mental load, anxiety, ADHD, inner critic, seasonal depression, parenting, self-care, women supporting womenStart Your Reset TodayDownload Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → Download NowGoogle Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets(New Platform Growth)  @MindCircuitAppInstagram → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → mindcircuit.org #NervousSystemRegulation#SomaticHealing #MomTherapy #EMDRatHome #BilateralStimulation#TraumaInformedParenting #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informationalpurposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

In this powerful new episode of the Notes for My Nervous System podcast, host Erin sits down with Charmian Johnson, a somatic trauma-informed coach and former global law firm partner. This is an essential, real conversation about nervous system regulation for any high-achieving woman, professional, or mom dealing with self-doubt, burnout, and perfectionism. Discover how to use simple, science-based tools for emotional regulation to move from a stressed to a calm internal state.Charmian’s journey revealed a profound truth: stress and survival strategies are not personal flaws, but protective responses rooted in a stressed nervous system. She helps women understand this science to create lasting, compassionate change. This episode also highlights the Mind Circuit App (MCRI), formerly Ease, and how pairing these somatic tools with the app’s Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS) feature offers an evidence-based approach to a powerful nervous system reset on the go.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The Power of Protection: Why perfectionism and imposter syndrome are protective strategies rooted in a stressed nervous system, and how to stop seeing them as character flaws.Physiological Safety: Simple, science-based tools that can shift your nervous system back into a calm, "green zone."Befriending the Critic: A compassionate approach to working with your inner critic and imposter syndrome.Workplace Well-being as a Smart Strategy: Prioritizing team nervous system health to boost productivity and reduce conflict.Mind Circuit App: Host Erin's app is an evidence-based tool for "micro resets" using Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS)—a simple technique discussed in the episode for calming the nervous system on the go.Connect with Charmian: Charmian's Website | Charmian's LinkedInSubscribe to Notes for My Nervous System today to catch the full conversation!Resources mentioned: Mind Circuit App (Apple Store & Google Play) - Evidence-based nervous system resets for moms on the go. Top 200 In Education Podcasts in Ireland and top 10 New Nervous System Podcasts for 2025🌐 Website: ⁠mindcircuit.org⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@erin_notestomynervoussystem⁠👤 Facebook: @mindcircuitappSupport the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments© 2025 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved. #WomensHealth #MomLife #MentalHealth#NervousSystem #Motherhood #SelfCare #HormoneHealth #PodcastForMoms#regulatedish #notestomynervoussystem #mindcircuit #traumainformed #womenmentalhealth

In this episode therapist Holly Young joins host Erin to discuss essential knowledge every mom needs about trauma, human rights, and how oppressive systems impact our families and mental health.This conversation offers vital education for mothers navigating parenting, self-care, and raising resilient children in challenging times. Learn how historical systems of oppression continue to affect our nervous systems, our children's well-being, and our family's mental health.What moms will learn: • How intergenerational trauma and epigenetics affect your parenting and children • Why your stress and burnout are valid responses to broken systems • The hidden history connecting capitalism, women's bodies, and reproductive control • How to teach your children (especially daughters) about healthy anger and boundaries • Indigenous community models that support family well-being • Crisis self-care strategies for overwhelmed moms with no time or energy • Why "being neutral" as a parent or educator actually harms our childrenEducational topics: intergenerational trauma, epigenetics, parenting through systemic oppression, raising empowered children, somatic healing for families, toxic grind culture, women's education and rights, teaching resilience, community careBooks discussed: Truth and Repair (Judith Herman), Caliban and the Witch (Silvia Federici), The Politics of TraumaEssential listening for moms, educators, therapists, and anyone raising children who want to understand the systems shaping our families - and how to heal and resist together. Top 200 Education Podcast in IrelandStart your Nervous System Reset withthe EASE app today. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulationtools: ⁠⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Google Play → ⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy#SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Struggling to feel safe in a healthy relationship after being hurt? In this episode, we explore how nervous system regulation and somatic healing are the keys to rebuilding trust and feeling secure in your body again.Host Erin (therapist and mom) sits down with licensed clinical social worker Sabrina Longley to discuss why your body stays on high alert even when you're finally safe. This real conversation dives into the "rules and expectations" of trauma that we never consciously chose, offering a path toward emotional regulation without the pressure of "fixing" yourself.In this episode, you’ll learn:Somatic Safety: Why your nervous system triggers a "freeze" or "flee" response in healthy relationships.The Role of DBT: How Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides practical tools for building healthier relationship patterns.Bilateral Stimulation (BLS) for Trust: How tools like EMDR-style stimulation can help lower the "high alert" state caused by past relationship trauma.The "Ease" Legacy: Why transitioning from survival mode to intentional living requires consistent, gentle nervous system resets.Community Care: Why healing from trauma isn't a solo "self-care" project but a collective journey.Sabrina Longley, MSW, LCSW : Founder  of Radical Insights Consulting [email protected] @acesupyoursleevepod@radicalinsightsconsultingNotes to My Nervous System is a trauma-informed podcast for women’s mental health. Hosted by therapist and mom Erin, we explore mom therapy and nervous system regulation—learning to feel safe in your body without the pressure to "fix" yourself. This is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App (formerly Ease). Pair our real conversations with the app’s Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS) and AI tracking to reset your internal state. Discover somatic tools and intentional living to help you navigate overwhelm and find genuine safety today. The Mind CircuitApp (Ease) Our podcast is the audio companion to the Mind Circuit App, designed for daily nervous system resets. While the show explores the "why" of your patterns, the app provides the "how" through:     Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS): Powerful tools for anxiety reduction and emotional grounding.AI-Powered Mood Tracking: A data-driven wayto continue our "Real Conversations" privately.Gamified Healing: Somatic tools like "Catch the Leaf" make trauma-informed parenting and self-care approachable and consistent.Start Your Reset TodayDownload Mind Circuit for EmotionalRegulation & Somatic Tools:iOS App Store → Download Now ·       Google Play → Download NowConnect & Listen: YouTube Music → Subscribe for Audio Resets (New Platform Growth)  @MindCircuitAppInstagram → @mindcircuitapp  @erin_notestomynervoussystem·       Website → mindcircuit.org #NervousSystemRegulation#SomaticHealing #MomTherapy #EMDRatHome #BilateralStimulation#TraumaInformedParenting #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationLegal & SafetyDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including "Mom Therapy" sessions—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship. The Mind Circuit app (Ease) is a self-help tool and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call or text 988 (US/Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or go to your nearest emergency room.© 2026 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.The Mind Circuit App (Ease)Start Your Reset Today

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to heal from emotional abuse. Learn how narcissistic patterns impact your nervous system and find emotional regulation tools.In emotionally abusive relationships, the nervous system often defaults to a "Fawn" response—the act of "walking on eggshells" or people-pleasing to avoid conflict. Visualizing how the nervous system moves through these states helps listeners identify their own survival patterns.Host Erin sits down with certified life coach Kyle Miller to talk about the patterns that show up in emotionally abusive relationships—the kind that slowly erode your sense of self until you don't recognize who you are anymore. This isn't about diagnosing anyone. It's about understanding what power-based dynamics do to your nervous system, and why healing starts with being kind to yourself.In this episode: The Nervous System of Emotional Abuse (06:15): Why power-based dynamics cause a state of constant high alert and "walking on eggshells."Real Conversations on Narcissistic Patterns (15:30): Recognizing patterns of control vs. temporary conflict.Mom Therapy & Self-Compassion (24:10): Dealing with the shame and self-judgment that keep women stuck.Emotional Regulation & Recovery (32:45): Finding trauma-informed support to help your body feel safe again.Kyle shares why most people don't seek help until everything reaches crisis—and what it takes to start trusting yourself again. If you've ever felt like you're walking on eggshells, constantly second-guessing yourself, or wondering if your feelings are valid, this conversation is for you.This episode is part of the March 2026 series: Transition & Thawing—about recognizing what's been frozen and beginning to move toward clarity and healing. This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed to recognize emotional abuse and reclaim your nervous system healthStop the second-guessing. Download EASE for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation when you need to feel grounded: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitApp Website →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.Support the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to stop flooding. Learn how your nervous system impacts conflict dynamics and relationship stress.Elizabeth Earnshaw @lizlistens with podcast Host Erin Vandermore discusses "Flooding"—a state where the nervous system is so overwhelmed by stress hormones (like cortisol) that the thinking brain (prefrontal cortex) goes offline. Visualizing this "Flip of the Lid" helps listeners realize that they cannot solve a conflict while their body is in a state of biological emergency."Avoidance Patterns" and "Relational Safety."The Nervous System & Conflict (03:15): Why your body treats a disagreement like a physical threat and how to recognize the early signs.Real Conversations on Flooding (08:45): Recognizing physical signals like leg shaking, facial flushing, or a racing heart before a spiral occurs.Mom Therapy & Avoidance Patterns (14:10): Understanding why "shutting down" is a nervous system survival strategy, not a lack of caring.Emotional Regulation in Relationships (19:30): Practical tools to de-escalate and return to a state of relational safety.Understanding the "Window of Tolerance"In relationship dynamics, conflict usually happens when one or both partners are pushed outside their "Window of Tolerance." Visualizing this helps listeners identify their "threshold" and understand that co-regulation is the path back to the center.This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed to recognize nervous system triggers and create lasting relational safety. Stop the spiral before it starts. Download Mind Circuit EASE app for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation to help you stay grounded during difficult conversations: Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources:If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

What does long-term partnership actually feel like when the butterflies fade and real life sets in? In this episode of Regulated-ish, two moms explore how nervous systems change in relationships over time—and why that calm, comfortable feeling isn't boring, it's actually safety.We're talking about:✨ How your nervous system shifts from early relationship dopamine to secure attachment✨ Why positive changes in your partner can still feel unsettling✨ Giving each other grace when you're both growing and healing✨ The myth that long-term relationships should be "easy" by now✨ Mind-reading expectations and why communication still matters after decades✨ Renegotiating roles as life gets more complex (aging parents, kids, careers)✨ Why feeling calm with your partner isn't disinterest—it's regulationThis isn't about perfect marriages or having it all figured out. It's about two real humans noticing what's showing up in long-term partnerships and being kinder to ourselves while we navigate it.Perfect for moms who are:• Working on their own nervous system regulation• In long-term relationships wondering if they're "doing it right"• Balancing therapy, growth, parenting, and partnership• Looking for honest conversation about what marriage really feels like after years togetherKeywords: nervous system regulation, long-term relationships, marriage advice for moms, secure attachment, parenting and partnership, mom therapy podcast, regulating in relationships, nervous system health, married life reality, relationship growthFind the Mind Circuit app Ease for gentle nervous system support in Apple Store and Google Play.This isn't therapy or a how-to show—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder to ourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authentic conversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is your space.🌐 Website: mindcircuit.org 📸 Instagram: @mindcircuitapp 👤 Facebook: @mindcircuitappMeghan Samaras (@embracing_my_weirdness)Support the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.Disclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2025 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved. 

Discover real conversations on nervous system healing and mom therapy. Learn how emotional regulation and co-regulation transform parenting from chaos to calm. Are you a parent who's been told to "just stay calm" during your child's emotional outbursts but has no idea how? This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation parents need to understand the nervous system and build lasting stability at home.The Nervous System & Meltdowns (04:30): Why children’s emotional outbursts are often signs of nervous system overload rather than "bad behavior."Real Conversations on Mom Therapy (12:15): Reparenting your inner child and using simple brain science to find emotional regulation during a tantrum.Secure Attachment & Repair (22:10): Why the path to connection isn't perfection, but the power of repair after conflict.Co-Regulation in Action: Practical, science-backed tools to move from daily chaos to connected parenting.In this essential episode, we sit down with licensed psychologist and expert parent coach, Dr. Julianne Monday, @drjuliemonday to uncover the powerful, yet often overlooked, link between your nervous system and your family's daily peace. This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation parents need to understand the nervous system and build lasting stability at home Understanding Co-Regulation: The Interbrain ConnectionThe core of this episode is the concept that a child cannot regulate their own nervous system without yours. This is "co-regulation." Visualizing the "Window of Tolerance" for both the parent and the child helps listeners identify when they have "flipped their lid" and lost the ability to connect.This is a must-listen for any parent who feels overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in cycles they don't understand. 🎁 Free Resource: Dr. Monday is offering a complimentary downloadable Seven Skills Survival Kit for Tantrums and access to her free Facebook group for immediate support.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjuliemonday/Website: https://dr-julianne-monday.mykajabi.com/  Linktree: https://linktr.ee/drmondaycoachingFacebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/drmondaycoaching/Freebie-7 Tantrum Survival Kit https://dr-julianne-monday.mykajabi.com/pl/2148729004Support the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.Move from chaos to calm in 60 seconds. Download EASE for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation: Emotional Regulation tools: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Google Play → ⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need for eating disorders and disordered eating. Learn how the nervous system uses these as survival strategies.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, host Erin sits down with Madeline Romeo, a doctoral candidate and eating disorder specialist, to explore how eating disorders function as nervous system survival strategies.What You'll Learn: Eating disorders are often the body's attempt to find a "pseudo-safety" when the nervous system is overwhelmed. Understanding how the body moves from "Social Engagement" into "Freeze" or "Functional Freeze" is key to understanding the biology of the disorder.The Nervous System of Disordered Eating (05:40): Why the body views food restriction or bingeing as emotional regulation.Real Conversations on Recovery (14:15): Navigating anorexia recovery, body image, and trauma therapy.Mom Therapy & Postpartum Health (22:30): Specialized support for postpartum mental health, food insecurity, and diverse populations.LGBTQ+ Mental Health (31:10): Exploring gender euphoria and recovery beyond weight-based criteria.Topics Covered:Eating disorders in postpartum womenGender euphoria and eating disorder recovery in trans/non-binary adultsFood insecurity and disordered eatingAnorexia, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and ARFIDNervous system dysregulation and body disconnectionCompassionate, inclusive treatment approachesGuest: Madeline Romeo - Doctoral candidate specializing in eating disorders among diverse populations, researching gender euphoria and recovery, and advocating for inclusive treatment approaches.Resources Mentioned:988 Mental Health Crisis LineMind Circuit App (Apple Store & Google Play)This episode provides the real conversations and mom therapy—essential psychoeducation and nervous system tools—needed for parents and individuals navigating the complexities of eating disorder treatmentSupport the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking fortheir own "Aha!" moments.Reconnect with your body safely. Download Mind Circuit for science-backed Nervous System grounding and Emotional Regulation: Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore All rights reserved.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to support your child’s nervous system. Learn trauma-informed SEL and emotional regulation strategies for schools and home.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, host Erin sits down with school counselor and SEL specialist Nilufar Rezai to discuss trauma-informed approaches to supporting children's mental health in educational settings—with powerful implications for women educators, parents, and caregivers.Nilufar shares 15 years of experience working in Chicago Public Schools, exploring how trauma affects the nervous system and why traditional discipline approaches often miss the mark. This conversation is essential for women in education, mothers navigating their children's anxiety and bullying, and anyone seeking trauma-informed strategies for healing. Topics covered:• Trauma-informed social emotional learning (SEL) and healing-centered frameworks• Understanding fight, flight, freeze responses in children and adults• Practical de-escalation techniques for parents and educators• Addressing bullying through restorative justice and peer mediation• Self-care strategies for women educators experiencing burnout• The Anti-Violence Youth Committee and community healing through monument gardens• Nervous system regulation through mindfulness, body awareness, and co-regulation• Supporting women's mental health while caring for children's traumaThe Nervous System in the Classroom (05:45): Understanding fight, flight, and freeze responses in children.Real Conversations on Mom Therapy (14:20): Supporting children through bullying and anxiety while managing your own trauma.Emotional Regulation for Educators (22:10): Practical de-escalation techniques and self-care for women facing burnout.Whether you're a teacher managing classroom anxiety, a mother supporting a bullied child, or a woman working through your own trauma responses, this episode offers compassionate, evidence-based guidance rooted in nervous system science.This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed for mothers and educators navigating the complex nervous system needs of children todayRegulate your nervous system so you can help them regulate theirs. Download Mind Circuit for science-backed Emotional Regulation tools:Support the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.Start your Nervous System Reset with the EASE app today. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation tools: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠ :Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitapp YouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore All rights reserved.

When stress and disruption pile up, burnout isn’t always a personal failure — it’s often a nervous system that’s been holding too much without support.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, Erin Vandermore talks with Leigh Schultes, founder of Wilderness Muse in western North Carolina, about what regulation looks like after crisis. They explore how community, creativity, and clear boundaries can support nervous systems recovering from prolonged stress — especially for small business owners and caregivers.This is a grounded conversation about pacing, trust, and learning to stop before the body forces it. No fixing. No performance. Just what actually helps people settle and keep going.This conversation isn’t about heroics or resilience as performance.It’s about what actually helps a nervous system recover after disruption — community, creativity, boundaries, and knowing when to stop.Mind Circuit⁠⁠⁠ is your pocket-sized support system for emotional balance and stress relief. With guided breathing, mood tracking, bilateral stimulation, and affirmations backed by neuroscience, it helps you calm your mind and reconnect with your body anytime you need it ⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠ :Google Play →⁠ ⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠ ⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuitapp

Real conversations about your nervous system, mental health, and why you're not broken.Join Erin, therapist and creator of Mind Circuit App, for honest, science-backed support designed specifically for women navigating stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Each episode offers nervous system regulation techniques, therapy insights, and practical tools you can use immediately.What you'll find here:✨ Nervous system education for everyday life✨ Women's mental health support without the shame✨ Real therapy conversations that feel like talking to a friend✨ Simple regulation exercises (bilateral tapping, breathwork, grounding)✨ Support for moms, caregivers, and anyone feeling "too much"Perfect for women who:• Feel anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly on edge• Want to understand their stress responses• Need nervous system tools that actually work• Are tired of being told to "just relax"• Want therapy-informed support between sessionsKeywords: women's mental health, nervous system regulation, therapy podcast, anxiety support, stress relief for women, emotional regulation, trauma-informed, self-compassion, mental wellness, therapy tools, women's therapy, nervous system healing, mindfulness for anxiety, somatic therapy, burnout preventionNew episodes weekly. Find the Mind Circuit App on Apple Store & Google Play for guided nervous system resets anytime you need support.This isn't therapy or a how-toshow—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder toourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authenticconversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is yourspace. This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for theirown health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly.🌐 Website: ⁠mindcircuit.org⁠📸 Instagram: ⁠@mindcircuitapp⁠👤 Facebook: @mindcircuitappSupport the Show:Ifthis episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please followthe show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking fortheir own "Aha!" moments.© 2025 Mind Circuit Inc. All rightreserved. #WomensHealth#MomLife #MentalHealth #NervousSystem #Motherhood #SelfCare #HormoneHealth#PodcastForMoms #regulatedish

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to understand your gifted nervous system. Discover why sensitivity is a strength and how to find emotional regulation.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, Erin Vandermore sits down with therapist Gordon Smith to explore what it means to live in a gifted nervous system — especially after burnout, crisis, or long-term emotional overwhelm. Giftedness and high sensitivity (HSP) are characterized by "Depth of Processing." A gifted nervous system doesn't just see the world; it processes it with a higher degree of neural complexity and emotional intensity.Giftedness is often misunderstood as simply high intelligence. As Gordon explains, it is a neurodivergent nervous system that processes the world more intensely — emotionally, cognitively, and sensorially. For many gifted adults, this heightened sensitivity can make life feel louder, heavier, and harder to navigate, particularly in systems that weren’t built for how deeply they experience the world.The Gifted Nervous System (06:15): Why giftedness is a form of neurodivergence that impacts emotional regulation.Real Conversations on Sensitivity (15:30): Why the world feels "louder" and "heavier" for sensitive adults.Mom Therapy & Overwhelmed Systems (24:10): Why traditional environments fail gifted systems and how to rebuild safety.Creative Tools for Regulation (32:45): Using improv and storytelling as a nervous system reset.This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed for those navigating life with an intense, gifted nervous system.Together, Erin and Gordon explore:Why gifted people often feel “too much” or misunderstoodHow chronic overwhelm and self-doubt can develop over timeWhy traditional school and work environments often fail gifted nervous systemsHow creativity, imagination, and improv can support regulation and recoveryGordon shares how storytelling and creative expression can help the nervous system feel safer, expand capacity, and rebuild meaning after stress or trauma — without forcing performance or perfection.This episode is for anyone who has ever felt different, emotionally intense, overwhelmed by their own mind, or exhausted from trying to fit into systems that don’t quite fit them.Tired of feeling "too much"? Download Mind Circuit for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation designed for sensitive systems: :Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitapp YouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to beat January burnout. Learn how nervous system regulation and emotional regulation help with perimenopause sleep and stress.Two moms regulating in real time so you don't have to do it alone. Struggling with perimenopause symptoms? Can't sleep? Feeling the pressure of January expectations? You're not alone. Visualizing the "Middle Burner" One of the most powerful concepts in this episode is the "Middle Burner"—moving away from the "all or nothing" survival state. Visualizing the difference between a "High Heat" (Burnout) system and a "Medium Heat" (Regulated) system helps your audience understand the goal of the episode.In this episode of Regulated-ish, two moms share their unfiltered experiences with:✨ Perimenopause sleep problems and hormone solutions✨ Managing January burnout and unrealistic resolutions✨ Women's health advocacy and asking for help✨ Nervous system regulation for overwhelmed moms✨ Finding intentional calm in parenting chaosWhat You'll Learn:• Real perimenopause solutions (including estrogen supplements that actually work)• Why January pressure is unrealistic and how to reset expectations• Practical nervous system regulation techniques for busy moms• Permission to put yourself on the "middle burner" instead of the back burnerThis episode provides the real conversations and mom therapy—psychoeducation and peer support—needed for women navigating the invisible nervous system load of motherhood and midlifeThe Nervous System & January Burnout (04:15): Why the pressure of New Year resolutions fuels burnout and dysregulation.Real Conversations on Perimenopause (12:30): Navigating sleep problems, hormone solutions, and why women's health is often dismissed.Mom Therapy & The Middle Burner (21:10): How emotional regulation allows you to stay present without hitting the "back burner."Intentional Calm in Chaos (29:45): Practical nervous system techniques for overwhelmed moms.This isn't therapy or a how-to show—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder to ourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authentic conversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is your space. This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for their own health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly.Support the Show: If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.Find your "middle burner" today. Download Mind Circuit for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation: Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitApp Website →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@MindcircuitDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.© 2025 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved.  Looking for a low-pressure place to land mid-week?Join the Regulated-ish Facebook group — real conversations, no fixing.https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EpnjUSz1E/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Stop the cycle of codependency and learn how nervous system therapy can help you set boundaries. Join Dr. Jennifer Dragonette for a real conversation on building secure attachment and emotional regulation. In this powerful episode, we challenge the idea that codependency and boundary struggles are character flaws. Join Dr. Jennifer Dragonette, a psychologist specializing in relationships and the nervous system, for a conversation that reframes your deepest struggles as adaptive, protective responses.You'll discover:Codependency as Protection: It often stems from an early-life belief that safety requires "make sureing"—controlling outcomes to prevent rupture. We explore how this unintentional control can undermine the other partner's competence, rupturing secure attachment.Boundaries as Regulation: Why setting boundaries feels so difficult. It's not a lack of willpower, but a sign your nervous system associates the boundary with risk. You'll learn how awareness of a "flooded" state is the key to pausing and setting a boundary as a "trust gesture."The Power of Asking: The essential shift from a guessing culture to an asking culture in relationships. Learning to ask brave questions instead of making assumptions is the foundation for building the two criteria for secure attachment: feeling known and feeling competent.Glimmers of Safety: How focusing on "glimmers"—moments when you feel safe and connected—helps your nervous system build internal evidence that the world is not "only danger."If you want to move beyond shame and into safety, this episode is your gentle reframe. This is essential mom therapy for those struggling to balance parenting, self-regulation, and boundary setting at home.You'll Discover04:15 - How Codependency acts as a nervous system protection.12:30 - Using Emotional Regulation to set harder boundaries.22:10 - Shifting to Secure Attachment in your relationships.⁠⁠👉 Mind Circuit⁠⁠is your pocket-sized support system for emotional balance and stress relief. With guided breathing, mood tracking, bilateral stimulation, and affirmations backed by neuroscience, it helps you calm your mind and reconnect with your body anytime you need it  Start your Nervous System Reset today. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation tools: ⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠ :Google Play → ⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠at App Store → ⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulation

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to understand the nervous system of attraction. Learn how emotional regulation stops the cycle of dating in survival mode. This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed to understand how your nervous system impacts your relationships and attachment.Dating in Survival Mode (05:15): Why your nervous system chooses high-alert "chemistry" over felt safety.The Chemistry of Cortisol (14:30): Real conversations on why we mistake stress for attraction.Mom Therapy & Attachment (22:10): How regulating your system shifts your "attachment set point" to attract emotionally available partners.Emotional Regulation & Rewiring (31:00): Practical steps to stop dating from a place of lack and start dating from a place of safety.Ever feel like you’re stuck in a loop of "bad choices" in your love life? What if the problem isn’t your judgment, but your nervous system? This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for their own health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly. In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, host Erin (therapist and creator of the Mind Circuit app) sits down with matchmaker and love coach Leah Mitchell, host of the Goddess of Love podcast. Together, they pull back the curtain on the biological blueprint of attraction.Dating in Survival Mode: How fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses dictate who you find "exciting" vs. "boring."The Chemistry of Cortisol: Why high-stress attraction is often mistaken for soulmate chemistry.The Science of Scent: How your nervous system state actually changes your pheromones and the subconscious signals you send to potential partners.Breaking the Cycle: How regulating your nervous system shifts your "attachment set point" to attract emotionally available partners.Trauma Patterns vs. Authentic Self: Learning to date from a place of safety rather than a place of lack.If you’re tired of the same dating cycles and want to understand the science of healing and attraction, this conversation is for you. It’s time to stop blaming your heart and start healing your nerves. Understanding the "Chemistry of Cortisol"A key takeaway from this episode is that we often mistake high-stress (dysregulation) for "soulmate chemistry." Visualizing the difference between a "Boring/Safe" connection and a "Chemical/Survival" connection helps your listeners realize their body might be lying to them.Leah Mitchell: Host of the Goddess of Love podcast.Stop the loop of bad choices. Download Mind Circuit for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation to shift your attraction patterns: ⁠⁠Google Play → ⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ App Store → ⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources:If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on thiscontent. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide &Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need for medical gaslighting and perimenopause. Learn how to navigate ADHD burnout and advocate for your nervous system.This episode covers the transition from being dismissed to becoming an advocate. Visualizing how to prepare for a medical appointment—moving from a state of "Freeze" (being dismissed) to "Social Engagement" (advocacy)—helps listeners apply your advice.This episode provides the real conversations and mom therapy—psychoeducation and advocacy tools—needed for women navigating a healthcare system that often ignores the female nervous system.Ever been told "it's all in your head" by a doctor? Yeah, us too. In this episode, we're getting real about medical gaslighting, perimenopause symptoms that get dismissed, and why we're done apologizing for taking care of ourselves.We talk about:• Why doctors still don't take women's health seriously (and what to do about it)• Perimenopause, hormones, and the tests that don't exist• Teaching our ADHD kids to advocate for themselves in school• Secret naps, productivity guilt, and why your worth isn't tied to your to-do list• ADHD hacks that actually work (spoiler: keep your shoes on)This is two moms, two cities, same frequency—navigating ADHD, burnout, and a healthcare system that wasn't built for us. No filter, no apologies.Navigating Medical Gaslighting (05:20): Why women's health is often dismissed and how to demand better care for your nervous system.Perimenopause & Hormonal Health (14:45): Discussing the symptoms, the lack of testing, and finding emotional regulation during hormonal shifts.ADHD Parenting & Productivity (22:15): Real-world ADHD hacks for kids and moms to stop the burnout cycle and manage productivity guilt.Hosts: Erin Vandermore & Meghan Samaras Part of: Notes to My Nervous System podcastStop the ADHD burnout cycle. Download Mind Circuit for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation:Start your Nervous System Reset with the EASE app today. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation tools: ⁠⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠⁠:Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store → ⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitapp YouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Explore real conversations on nervous system healing and mom therapy. Therapist Erin Vandermore and Liz Martin discuss trauma, emotional regulation, and Bipolar recovery.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, Erin Vandermore (therapist and creator of the Mind Circuit app) welcomes guest Liz Martin @northcarolizzy for a vulnerable conversation on trauma, resilience, and the reality of living with Bipolar Disorder.The Nervous System & Trauma (04:15): Liz discusses the physiological impact of a violent event and finding safety.Emotional Regulation in Crisis (12:30): Navigating Bipolar Disorder, medication stigma, and manic episodes.Real Conversations on Recovery: Why sharing your journey on social media helps reclaim your narrative.Liz opens up about a harrowing physical attack by a friend, the grief of losing her father and her dog, and the challenge of navigating a mental health crisis during Hurricane Helene. Together, Erin and Liz explore the physiological impact of trauma on the nervous system and the practical tools used to find the way back to "safe."In this episode, we discuss:The Anatomy of Trauma: Liz recounts her experience at Chick-fil-A and the "ripple effect" of a sudden violent event.Navigating Bipolar Disorder: Breaking down the stigma, the importance of medication, and managing manic episodes.Healing Tools: The concept of "Mental Maps" and visualization techniques to replace traumatic memories.Reclaiming the Narrative: Why Liz chose to share her journey on social media to empower others.The Power of Forgiveness: How letting go of anger became a survival strategy.Resources Mentioned:The Mind Circuit App: Science-based tools to calm your nervous system.Helene Network: Free therapy sessions for those affected by the storm (DM Erin for info).Mental Maps: Visualization techniques for trauma recovery.Connect with Us :If you found this episode helpful, please follow the podcast and leave a review. Your support helps us reach more people navigating their own nervous system journey.Start your Nervous System Reset with the EASE app today. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation tools: ⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠:Google Play →⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy#SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Discover real conversations on nervous system healing and mom therapy. Learn how self-compassion and mindfulness stop burnout and support emotional regulation.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, burned out, or quietly convinced that something is wrong with you, you’re not alone. Many of us were taught — directly or indirectly — that growth requires self-criticism. That kindness toward ourselves has to be earned. That rest comes after we do enough.But from both lived experience and neuroscience, we know this isn’t how healing actually works.In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, I spoke with meditation teacher and author Kimberly Brown about mindfulness, loving-kindness, and what self-compassion really means when life feels heavy.Nervous System Overload (05:20): Why self-criticism fuels burnout and how to switch to a state of safety.Emotional Regulation Tools (14:10): How loving-kindness (metta) meditation builds resilience.Mom Therapy & Mindfulness (22:45): Practical meditation tips for busy parents and people who struggle to sit still.Kimberly shared a message she would give her younger self — and one so many of us need to hear now: There’s nothing wrong with you.For years, she described trying to fix herself, feeling frustrated and angry at who she was. Mindfulness didn’t magically erase struggle — but it helped her stop turning pain inward.We explore:Why self-compassion isn’t selfish or complacentHow self-criticism quietly fuels burnout and nervous system overload A simple, accessible three-step path to self-compassion: notice, pause, practiceHow loving-kindness (metta) meditation supports emotional regulation and resilienceWhy just a few minutes a day of mindfulness can make a meaningful differenceMeditation tips for busy people, parents, and anyone who struggles to sit stillKimberly also shares insights from her books — including Steady, Calm and Brave, Navigating Grief and Loss, and Happy Relationships — all centered on using mindfulness and loving-kindness to support ourselves and our relationships through difficult seasons.This conversation isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about remembering that kindness doesn’t need to be earned — and that a regulated nervous system grows best in an environment of safety, not shame.You can find Kimberly and her work at meditationwiththeheart.com, where she offers classes, one-on-one support, and a free weekly newsletter with guided meditations. IG: @kimberlyjbrown FB: @meditationwithheart Start your Nervous System Reset. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation & Stress ReliefStart your Nervous System Reset with the EASE app today. Download Mind Circuit for Emotional Regulation tools: ⁠⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠⁠:Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠DownloadNow⁠⁠⁠⁠at App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy#SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My NervousSystem is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by ErinVandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—includingepisodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does notconstitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources: If you areexperiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on this content.Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide & CrisisLifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Useof the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation andis not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

In this insightful short, Leadership & Career Coach Shira Baron (@shirabaroncoaching) addresses the paralyzing fear that keeps high-achievers stuck in roles that no longer serve them. Whether it's the "Golden Handcuffs" of a stable income or the comfort of a flexible schedule, Shira explains why the leap to something new feels so terrifying—and why you don't actually have to leap yet.Shira breaks down the transition from burnout to breakthrough:The Stability Trap: Understanding why we cling to "safety and security" even when we are at a breaking point of unhappiness.The One-Conversation Rule: Why one simple talk about possibilities is the antidote to the fear of the unknown.Reconnecting with "Flow": How to rediscover the activities and moments that once made you feel confident and alive.Coaching vs. Therapy: Why Shira believes these two worlds should collaborate. While therapy often heals the past, coaching focuses on the "here and now" to build your future.If you are feeling disconnected from yourself and overwhelmed by the "six months from now" anxiety, Shira’s "baby step" method offers a manageable path back to your most confident self.Work with Shira:Elevate your leadership and rediscover your professional spark:📸 Instagram: @shirabaroncoaching💼 LinkedIn: Shira Baron CoachingExplore MindCircuit:🌐 Website: mindcircuit.org – Where mental health and professional growth meet.🔗 Connect with Coach Shira BaronExplore More Resources: 🌐Visit our website for articles and support: ⁠mindcircuit.org⁠Take the Journey on the Go: The MindCircuit Appoffers guided tools for your healing process. Download it today: 📲Download on Apple App Store:  ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠📲Get it on Google Play: ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty⁠Stay Connected: Follow us for daily insights on resilience and recovery.

In this candid and high-energy short, Liz breaks down the stark contrast between the lows of depression and the "super duper hyped up" reality of being manic. With her signature blunt honesty, she explores why society finds it so easy to ignore someone in a depressive state while immediately labeling manic behavior as being "off your rocker."Liz dives into the "Kanye West vibes" of a manic episode, discussing:The "High" of Mania: Navigating delusions of grandeur, "spinning dollar bills," and the intense rush of energy.The Invisible Struggle: Why depression is often overlooked by friends and family because it doesn't "make a scene."The "Off Your Meds" Stigma: The frustrating societal assumption that any high-energy or "off" behavior means a total lapse in treatment.The Social Perception Gap: Why we react to the "loud" symptoms of mental health while ignoring the quiet ones.Whether you've experienced these cycles yourself or are trying to understand a loved one, Liz’s breakdown offers a raw, relatable look at the bipolar spectrum without the clinical jargon.Find Liz athttps://www.instagram.com/northcarolizzy/@northcarolizzyExplore MindCircuit:🌐 Website: mindcircuit.org – Helping you navigate the highs and lows of mental wellness.Download the MindCircuit App:Track your moods, identify triggers, and find balance with the MindCircuit toolkit.  📲Download on Apple App Store:  ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠📲Get it on Google Play: ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty⁠Stay Connected: Follow us for daily insights on resilience and recovery.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to stop an anxiety spiral. Learn the nervous system science behind the 90-second rule and find emotional regulation.Ever feel like your nervous system is hijacked by a story you can't stop telling yourself? In this episode, Aaron sits down with Inner Glow Coach and suicide attempt survivor Angie Hawkins to bridge the gap between "woo-woo" spirituality and nervous system science.In this episode, you’ll discover:The 90-Second Rule: A simple scientific trick to shut down the physiological stress response instantly.Safety vs. Science: Why "aligning with your soul" and "regulating your nervous system" are actually the same thing.The "Baby" Method: A transformative framework for treating your anxiety with radical attentiveness.Connect with Angie: Visit runninginslippers.com to grab Angie’s memoir or apply for one of her five monthly free coaching calls.Visualizing the Stress Response: The "90-Second Rule" is based on the physiological lifespan of an emotion in the body. Visualizing the arc of a chemical stress response (like a cortisol spike) helps listeners understand that if they can breathe through the "peak," the body will naturally begin to regulate.The Nervous System & The 90-Second Rule (03:15): The science of shutting down the physiological stress response instantly.Real Conversations on Science vs. Soul (08:45): Why emotional regulation and spiritual alignment are the same biological process.Mom Therapy & The "Baby" Method (14:20): A transformative framework for treating anxiety with radical attentiveness and care.Bridging the Gap (19:30): Moving from "survival mode" to a state of felt safety.This episode provides the real conversations and mom therapy—practical psychoeducation and nervous system tools—needed to navigate acute stress and regain emotional regulation."Stop the spiral in real-time. Download Mind Circuit for a 90-second Nervous System Reset and evidence-based tools for Emotional Regulation: Google Play → ⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Download Now⁠⁠at App Store → ⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠@Mindcircuit Disclaimer: Notesto My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resourcecreated by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, thispodcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "RealConversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does notconstitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources:If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on thiscontent. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide &Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App"EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotionalregulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore.All rights reserved.

Does your self-worth feel tied to your to-do list? In this special edition of Notes to the Nervous System, we are tackling the ADHD burnout cycle and the toxic myth that "doing more" equals "being more."Join us for a candid conversation about practical productivity hacks that actually work for the neurodivergent brain (and the exhausted parent). We’re diving deep into the emotional side of receiving an ADHD diagnosis as an adult and why that label isn’t a limitation—it’s a "permission slip" for better self-care.In this episode, we cover:🧠 The "Secret Nap" Strategy: A nervous system reset tool that doesn't require sleeping.📝 Quick Wins: How to hack your dopamine by changing how you start your to-do list.🏫 School Advocacy: A step-by-step on how to navigate the public school system and request a 504 plan for anxiety or ADHD.❤️ Parenting Real Talk: Learning to be comfortable with being uncomfortable.whether you are navigating your own diagnosis or fighting for accommodations for your child, this episode is packed with tools to help you find your frequency.Train Your Nervous System Looking for a fun, interactive way to build resilience? Download ⁠Mind Circuit⁠. It’s designed to help you reduce stress and feel more grounded every single day.📲 App Store (iOS): ⁠Download Here⁠📲 Play Store (Android): ⁠Download Here⁠💡 Integrate the Insights Don't just listen—do the work. Try the Notes to My Nervous System guided tool to help you process emotions and track your growth alongside this episode.#HealingSessions #SafeSpace #NervousSystemRegulation #SomaticHealing #MindCircuit #BrainFloss #BrainFlossing #ErinVandermore #NotesToMyNervousSystem #Regulatedish@embracing_my_weirdness to follow Meghan

"Constantly trying to fit into a world not built for you doesn't just drain your battery—it breaks the machine."In this raw and essential short, Kara Nash (@autisticautismconsultant), a Registered Nurse and Autism Consultant, explains why autistic masking is more than just a social tool—it’s a physical health risk. Kara discusses the "sickness" that comes from the relentless pressure to perform neurotypicality, leading to chronic exhaustion and autistic burnout.Following the collective trauma of Hurricane Helene in WNC, Kara reflects on how high-stakes survival makes masking impossible and why letting the "mask" fall is a prerequisite for true healing.🔗 Connect & Heal With UsLearn More About Kara Nash:Follow Kara for neurodiversity-affirming resources and advocacy:📸 Instagram: @autisticautismconsultantExplore MindCircuit:🌐 Website: mindcircuit.org – Healing resources for the neurodivergent community.Download the MindCircuit App:Get the tools you need to manage burnout and practice unmasking safely.Download on Apple App Store:  ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠📲Get it on Google Play: ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty⁠Stay Connected: Follow us for daily insights on resilience and recovery.

In this moving short, Emmy Award-winning storyteller and author Michael Cogdill shares the profound "lightning strike" moment that birthed his first book, Crack of the Crab in the Sideways Afternoon.Sitting on a cardboard box in his garage, Michael reflects on a life-altering encounter at Hilton Head Island. After witnessing a young man in a power wheelchair navigating the beach, Michael was struck by a radical shift in perspective regarding his own abilities and the simple gift of walking.This episode explores:The Spark of Creativity: How a single observation on a beach led to the creation of a celebrated novel.Radical Gratitude: Moving from "taking things for granted" to a state of deep appreciation for our physical bodies.The Writer's Journey: Michael’s humble beginnings writing in a garage and the discipline of storytelling.Perspective as Healing: How shifting our lens can change the way we view our daily struggles.Join us for a masterclass in empathy and observation from one of the most trusted voices in Southern storytelling.🔗 Connect with Michael CogdillFollow Michael’s Work:Stay updated on Michael’s latest books and media projects:📸 Instagram: @michael.cogdill👤 Facebook: Michael Cogdill LLCExplore MindCircuit:🌐 Website: mindcircuit.org – Resources for mindful living and emotional resilience.Download the MindCircuit App:Build a daily habit of gratitude and mindfulness with our guided tools.Download on Apple App Store:  ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠📲Get it on Google Play: ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty⁠Stay Connected: Follow us for daily insights on resilience and recovery.

How do you rebuild when your world—and your landscape—is forever changed? In this powerful short, we dive deep into the essential roles of forgiveness and acceptance in the healing process.Our guest shares a raw and intimate look at navigating profound loss, from the passing of their father to saying goodbye to their dog, "the love of my life." They reflect on the collective grief felt across Western North Carolina (WNC) following the devastation of Hurricane Helene.As the natural environment of Asheville undergoes a radical transformation, so does the soul. Discover how choosing acceptance over resistance can lead to a "new sense" of life and a path forward through tragedy.Key themes in this episode:Grief & Loss: Processing the death of parents and beloved pets.Hurricane Helene Recovery: The emotional impact on the Asheville community.The Healing Journey: Why forgiveness is a prerequisite for a new beginning.Resilience in WNC: Finding beauty in a landscape that is "different now."If you are searching for hope amidst the ruins or looking for ways to heal from personal loss, this episode offers a gentle roadmap toward peace.Find Liz at https://www.instagram.com/northcarolizzy/@northcarolizzy🔗 Connect & Heal With UsExplore More Resources:🌐 Visit our website for articles and support: mindcircuit.orgTake the Journey on the Go:The MindCircuit App offers guided tools for your healing process. Download it today:📲 Download on Apple App Store:  https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305📲 Get it on Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertaintyStay Connected:Follow us for daily insights on resilience and recovery.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to build resilience. Learn how your nervous system rewires for growth and find emotional regulation after burnout.In this heartfelt conversation, therapist and Mind Circuit creator Erin Vandermore sits down with Kirsten Perry, National School Counselor of the Year and author of The ABCs of Social Emotional Learning. https://share.google/0Ia89rXA4uigGXKLxUnderstanding Neuroplasticity: Rewiring for GrowthA central theme of this episode is how mindset rewires the nervous system. This is based on neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to form new neural pathways in response to change and resilience. When we choose authenticity over perfection, we are literally teaching our nervous system that it is safe to grow.The Nervous System & Resilience (05:15): How mindset shifts actually rewire your brain for long-term growth.Real Conversations on Comparison (12:40): Why self-comparison fuels burnout and how to protect your peace.Mom Therapy & Authenticity (18:20): Rewriting your narrative and staying authentic in high-pressure environments.Emotional Regulation in Career (22:15): Practical tools for restoring peace in your professional and personal life.From single motherhood to national recognition, Kirsten shares her journey of rediscovering purpose, rewriting her narrative, and staying authentic in a field that often demands perfection. This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed to build resilience and reclaim your nervous system health.You’ll learn:How mindset rewires your nervous system for growthWhy self-comparison fuels burnoutHow authenticity restores peace in your professional life Subscribe for more “Notes to My Nervous System” episodes blending neuroscience, empathy, and real talk on healing. Connect: mindcircuit.org | LinkedIn: Erin Vandermore | Guest: Kirsten PerryStart rewiring your brain today. Download Mind Circuit for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and evidence-based tools for Resilience: Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Disclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources:If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on thiscontent. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide &Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

Can laughter actually make trauma work more effective? In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, Erin sits down with Shalene to explore the surprising physiological benefits of humor in therapy and why being a "serious adult" might be hurting your healing process.If you feel bogged down by the heaviness of adulthood or therapy, this conversation is the breath of fresh air you need. We discuss how to use "palate cleansers" to reset your mood and why simple acts—like hula hooping or watching a funny video—are essential for nervous system regulation.In this episode, we cover:The Science of Giggles: How laughter softens therapeutic intensity and relaxes the body.Beyond "Serious" Therapy: How Shalene uses humor to build safety and connection with clients.Reclaiming Play: Practical ways to move your body and find joy outside of work.The "Palate Cleanser": A simple tool to balance dark content with lightheartedness.Start listening to lighten your load today!Train Your Nervous SystemLooking for a fun, interactive way to build resilience? Download Mind Circuit. It’s designed to help you reduce stress and feel more grounded every single day.📲 App Store (iOS): Download Here📲 Play Store (Android): Download Here💡 Integrate the Insights Don't just listen—do the work. Try the Notes to My Nervous System guided tool to help you process emotions and track your growth alongside this episode.#HealingSessions #SafeSpace #NervousSystemRegulation #SomaticHealing #MindCircuit #BrainFloss #BrainFlossing #ErinVandermore #NotesToMyNervousSystem #Regulatedish

Can you turn your deepest pain into your greatest power?In this episode of Notes to My Nervous System, we step into the sanctuary of safe spaces and deep emotional transformation with Anni Eza, the healer and teacher behind the Seeds of Bliss movement.Anni shares her powerful philosophy of "Awakening the Seeds"—a unique method designed to help you reclaim your freedom, navigate transgenerational trauma, and find balance between deep spiritual work and everyday life. Whether you are a therapist seeking supervision advice or someone looking to reset a dysregulated nervous system, this conversation offers a roadmap to your true self.In this episode, we cover:💚 The "Seeds" Philosophy: How to turn emotional challenges into wisdom.💚 Creating Safety: Why non-judgmental spaces are vital for healing.💚 Nervous System Resets: Simple breathing and slowing-down techniques.💚 Healer Health: Practical guidance on supervision, self-care, and burnout.💚 Deep Dives: Approaches to fertility, autoimmune issues, and intuition.Connect with Anni Eza:Instagram/TikTok: @seedsofblissWebsite: seedsofbliss.lifeUpcoming: Check out her 4-year virtual healing school for structured training.🧠 Train Your Nervous SystemLooking for a fun, interactive way to build resilience? Download Mind Circuit. It’s designed to help you reduce stress and feel more grounded every single day.📲 App Store (iOS): Download Here📲 Play Store (Android): Download Here💡 Integrate the InsightsDon't just listen—do the work. Try the Notes to My Nervous System guided tool to help you process emotions and track your growth alongside this episode.#HealingSessions #SafeSpace #SeedsOfBliss #AwakeningTheSeeds #NervousSystemRegulation #SomaticHealing #TraumaRecovery #HealerTraining

Join us as we explore the crucial role of self-care in fostering healthy relationships and personal well-being, especially for Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOAs). This episode delves into the long-lasting effects of traumatic childhoods and the journey towards healing. We discuss the importance of emotional regulation, emphasizing the need to process unaddressed emotions rather than letting them fester. Discover strategies for replenishing yourself and navigating the path to emotional freedom. Tune in for insights on trauma, healing, emotional regulation, and self-care for ACOAs.

Michael Cogdill, an Emmy-winning journalist and author, discussed his journey into children's writing, inspired by a young man in a power wheelchair. His book, illustrated by George Patchev, explores themes of loss and love, emphasizing that love overcomes death. Cogdill shared his personal struggles with codependency, influenced by his violent alcoholic father, and his commitment to mental health and self-care. He highlighted the importance of seeking professional help and the power of love and resilience. Cogdill also touched on his experiences covering significant events like Hurricane Helene and the Emanuel Nine shooting, stressing the need for empathy and objective journalism.

Get the real conversations and mom therapy you need to heal your nervous system from burnout. Learn how emotional regulation helps you find purpose.If you’ve been feeling disconnected from your work, questioning your purpose, or waking up already exhausted by a job that used to excite you… this episode is for you.In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Shira Baron—a former civil rights lawyer turned neuroscience-backed career coach—who spent 15 years succeeding on paper while feeling stuck on the inside. Today, she helps professionals rebuild confidence, reconnect with their strengths, and create careers that energize instead of drain them.Visualizing the "Flow State" vs. Burnout: Shira talks about the difference between being "stuck" and being in a "flow state." For a drained nervous system, finding "flow" is a physiological shift from the Sympathetic (stress) state to the Social Engagement (creative/safe) state.This episode serves as essential mom therapy—providing the real conversations and psychoeducation needed to navigate career burnout and identity shifts while supporting your nervous system."The Nervous System & Career Burnout (05:15): Why feeling "stuck" is actually a sign of chronic stress and misalignment.Real Conversations on Flow State (12:30): Identifying your strengths and values to move from "drained" to "energized."Mom Therapy & Identity Shifts (18:45): How motherhood reshapes your career direction and your nervous system's capacity.Emotional Regulation Tools (22:10): A 90-second tool to reconnect with your authentic self during a stressful workday.Shira’s journey is a powerful reminder that your purpose is not something you “find”—it’s something you remember. And your nervous system will always tell you the truth before your mind does.If your job drains you, or you feel like you’ve outgrown a version of your life, this conversation will bring clarity, compassion, and next steps.Stop the workday drain. Download Mind Circuit for a science-backed Nervous System Reset and tools for Emotional Regulation to reclaim your energy: Google Play →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠ App Store →⁠⁠⁠⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite →⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠@Mindcircuit#Nervous System #Codependency #MomTherapy #SecureAttachment #EmotionalRegulationDisclaimer: Notes to My Nervous System is an educational and psychoeducational resource created by Erin Vandermore, LCMHC. While Erin is a licensed therapist, this podcast—including episodes described as "Mom Therapy" or "Real Conversations"—is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute psychotherapy, medical advice, or a therapist-client relationship.Emergency Resources:If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please do not rely on thiscontent. Call or text 988 (in the US and Canada) for the Suicide &Crisis Lifeline, call 911, or head to your nearest emergency room.The Mind Circuit App "EASE": Use of the Mind Circuit app is a self-help tool for emotional regulation and is not a substitute for clinical treatment.© 2024 Erin Vandermore. All rights reserved.

The Psychology of Discomfort: Why It Shapes Every Relationship You Choose — with Educator & Psychologist Mary Shalene PierceHave you ever wondered why you keep choosing the same relationships… or why speaking up feels terrifying even when you know it’s the healthiest thing you could do? In this episode, Texas educator and psychologist Mary Shalene Pierce joins me to unpack the emotional patterns we form long before we have the language to name them.Together, we explore how childhood roles, school environments, and early family dynamics quietly shape the way we communicate, set boundaries, love, lead, and relate as adults.In this conversation, we dig into: Why kids hide their needs to stay liked or avoid conflict How criticism becomes a lifelong internal voice Why familiar discomfort feels safer than new possibilities How childhood roles influence romantic and adult relationships What happens when you finally choose yourself How the nervous system stores emotional pressure—even decades laterShalane breaks down these patterns with so much clarity and compassion. Her insights remind us that the behaviors we judge in ourselves are often survival strategies we learned as children.If you’ve ever thought: “Why do I attract the same people?” “Why does honesty feel uncomfortable?” “Why do I lose my voice around certain people?”…this episode will help you understand yourself with more softness, science, and self-compassion.Your patterns are learned—not permanent.And anything learned can be unlearned. Press play and reconnect with the version of you who is ready for something healthier, safer, and more honest. Mind Circuit ⁠is your pocket-sized support system for emotional balance and stress relief. With guided breathing, mood tracking, bilateral stimulation, and affirmations backed by neuroscience, it helps you calm your mind and reconnect with your body anytime you need it ⁠DownloadNow⁠ :Google Play → ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty&hl=en⁠ ⁠Download Now⁠at App Store → ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠Follow Us: Instagram →@mindcircuitappYouTube → @MindCircuitAppWebsite → ⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠Facebook⁠@Mindcircuit

In this insightful short, Leadership & Career Coach Shira Baron (@shirabaroncoaching) addresses the paralyzing fear that keeps high-achievers stuck in roles that no longer serve them. Whether it's the "Golden Handcuffs" of a stable income or the comfort of a flexible schedule, Shira explains why the leap to something new feels so terrifying—and why you don't actually have to leap yet.Shira breaks down the transition from burnout to breakthrough:The Stability Trap: Understanding why we cling to "safety and security" even when we are at a breaking point of unhappiness.The One-Conversation Rule: Why one simple talk about possibilities is the antidote to the fear of the unknown.Reconnecting with "Flow": How to rediscover the activities and moments that once made you feel confident and alive.Coaching vs. Therapy: Why Shira believes these two worlds should collaborate. While therapy often heals the past, coaching focuses on the "here and now" to build your future.If you are feeling disconnected from yourself and overwhelmed by the "six months from now" anxiety, Shira’s "baby step" method offers a manageable path back to your most confident self.Work with Shira:Elevate your leadership and rediscover your professional spark:📸 Instagram: @shirabaroncoaching💼 LinkedIn: Shira Baron CoachingExplore MindCircuit:🌐 Website: mindcircuit.org – Where mental health and professional growth meet. 📲Download on Apple App Store:  ⁠https://apps.apple.com/us/app/mindcircuit/id6478664305⁠📲Get it on Google Play: ⁠https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app.ageOfUncertainty⁠Stay Connected: Follow us for daily insights on resilience and recovery.