physiology & lifestyle

Episode 161: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout This is Part 3 of the sleep anxiety series. Part 1 covered the science of why your nervous system resists sleep. Part 2 was the practical toolkit for what to do when you can’t fall asleep and when you wake up in the middle […]

Episode 158: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout It’s 2am. You’re awake — either you never really fell asleep, or you woke up and now you’re staring at the ceiling. Maybe your chest is tight. Maybe your mind is running through everything you have to do tomorrow, or everything you should have […]

Episode 157: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout If you are currently struggling, please reach out. You can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also text HOME to 741741 to reach the Crisis Text Line. This article is educational and compassionate, and is not a […]

Episode 156: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout Walking gets grouped in with general wellness advice so often that it’s easy to gloss over. Move your body. Get your steps in. We’ve heard it. But the research behind walking for anxiety and depression is some of the most consistent we have in […]

Episode 124: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout If you’ve ever wondered when all this nervous system work will finally start to feel natural, when will this click and become your new normal? This episode is for you. We’ve spent the last five weeks exploring the science — the nervous system ladder, […]

Have you ever gone to a doctor for anxiety or depression and walked out with a prescription but no bloodwork? If so, you’re not alone. This approach is surprisingly common in our healthcare system, but it misses a critical piece of the healing puzzle. The Missing Piece in Mental Health Care When we experience anxiety […]

If your mental and physical health has felt like a game of Whack-a-Mole—where you get control of one symptom only to have another pop up—there’s a good chance your vagus nerve is the common thread connecting these seemingly unrelated issues. This cranial nerve is gaining attention in the wellness world for a reason, in fact […]

Episode 112: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout Most people assume anxiety starts in the mind. A stressful thought sparks a racing heart, shallow breath, maybe even panic. But what if that sequence is sometimes reversed? What if your anxiety doesn’t start in your brain—but in your gut? Today’s episode was sparked […]

Episode 97: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout Each January, the pressure to overhaul your life can feel heavy. Big goals. Big resolutions. Big plans. But for most of us living with anxiety, depression, or burnout—that approach just doesn’t work. In this episode, Amanda strips it back to five foundational habits that […]

Episode 84: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout Ever find yourself holding your breath trying to keep up with everything on your plate? You’re not alone. In today’s shorter, unscripted episode, Amanda shares a grounding reminder for anyone navigating healing while juggling a heavy load. If you’ve been craving permission to do […]

Episode 80: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout Botox isn’t just about smoothing wrinkles. In this episode, Amanda breaks down what Botox is, how it works on a neurological level, and the emerging research on its effects beyond the injection site. Whether you’re considering Botox for chronic pain, cosmetic reasons, or are […]

Episode 68: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | YouTubeView transcript on Buzzsprout This wrap up episode of Amanda’s Essential 8 series brings it all together. What does it actually mean to live a regulated life? What does that look like in daily routines, especially when you’re navigating anxiety, depression, or chronic stress? This episode explores the […]