• is there neuroscience behind affirmations or are they bunk?
    Jan 16 2026

    In this episode, we'll peek at the neuroscience behind "affirmations" and their connection to our self-processing systems. We'll talk about why affirmations tied to your core values hit different than generic positive statements. We'll also talk about buffering against stress and the specifics needed to activate the neuro-scientific rewards (hint, it's not generic, random statements).

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    8 Min.
  • Is there a reason that goal didn't happen? (Special End-of-Year Episode)
    Dec 17 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at a goal you had from this year that didn't quiiite make it from the ethers out into the world by revisiting how "identity stories" inform our neuroscience and directly impact our outcomes. We'll also look at tools that enhance neuroplasticity for more future success. Enjoy your holidays!

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    17 Min.
  • Does talking to yourself help anxiety? Here's the neuroscience!
    Dec 9 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at why talking out loud during anxiety can change your brain activity. We'll cover the neuroscience behind emotion-labeling and how language circuits help override fear centers. We'll also chat about creative ways to use this, from insomnia to daily moments of ick, you can shift how you're feeling with this bit of knowledge!

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    12 Min.
  • Is it intuition or neuroscience (or both?) when we smell stress, detect micro-expressions & threats
    Nov 22 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at what your brain picks up on that you don't consciously notice, and why "intuitive gut feelings" may be connected to neuroscience. We'll talk about micro-expressions, peripheral threat detection, and how you can smell emotions in others. We'll look at how intuition intersects with science as your brain processes thousands of subconscious signals.

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    9 Min.
  • Is your phone a black hole that swallows your attention? this might help!
    Nov 15 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at why scrolling isn't a "willpower" problem, but an exploitation of your brain's reward systems (kinda like slot machines!). We'll cover the neuroscience behind the prefrontal cortex "battling" dopamine loops, and how stress makes it worse. We'll also talk about practical strategies that actually WORK with your brain's design, so you can ditch any guilt and reclaim control.

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    15 Min.
  • Did naming your toys actually wire your brain for entrepreneurship?
    Nov 6 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at the neuroscience behind creating autonomous characters with childhood play using toys & stuffies. We'll look at how it translates into adult creative skills like writing, storytelling & even marketing - and how it may have built the perfect neural infrastructure for business & entrepreneurship. And how to grow it further in adulthood!

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    11 Min.
  • if you're only setting "outcome" goals, try adding this
    Oct 10 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at why "outcome-only" goals often backfire (and why it's not your fault). We'll talk about the brain science behind why chasing pure results feels exhausting, and how identity-based goals work with your neural wiring instead of against it. We'll also cover how to shift from "I want to achieve this" to "I'm someone who does this" - and why that language shift changes everything.

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    10 Min.
  • is PTSD mental or neurophysiological?
    Sep 24 2025

    In this episode, we'll peek at why PTSD isn't just "mental" or "psychological," but involves your whole body's inflammatory system. We'll talk about how trauma rewires both brain and immune responses, and why somatic techniques like EFT work so well for healing.

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    WEE NOTE: The views and opinions presented here are purely for the fun of discourse, intended for personal self-improvement, education, or entertainment only. This podcast should not be treated as medical, legal, financial, or other professional advice. Following any suggestions or using any mentioned products does not guarantee specific results, and Christine Collins / Transform Create, LLC may not be held liable for any decisions or damages allegedly resulting from this content. Any references to 3rd party / potentially copyrighted material is unintentional. While accuracy is the goal, information can change - so please take it all with a grain of pink salt. Just doin' the CYA = ) Thank you & enjoy!

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    8 Min.