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I have always needed 8 hours sleep. Also, In 42 years of marriage my husband and I never slept apart. I strongly believe in couples sleeping together. I never had a problem getting a full night’s sleep all my life until he passed away 5 years ago. . Now I realize listening to this broadcast that it has to do with cortisol levels because of my husband no longer being with me. Not having him here has been stressful for me. I miss him terribly. His passing has been the most challenging circumstance I have ever gone through. We loved each other very deeply. I still love him. I am getting better and I know this is all apart of the grief journey. Blessings and peace to all who are on this journey of grief and to all who aren’t as well. We all need peace. ❤️

I’ve had chronic fatigue from past illnesses and every day I would wake up and throughout the day repeat things like “I’m so tired”, “I’m exhausted”. Then one day I decided I was going to stop telling myself that. I couldn’t bring myself to say something like “I feel well rested” but instead would say things like “I’m ready to get this day going”. It has really improved how I feel.

Every family has that one person who will break the family financial struggle, I hope i become the one. but how?

This is off topic but listening to this young man reminds me of how our US education system is lacking. I don’t know his age or where he was raised but imagine our young adults in the US speaking with such power, control, and intellect. He doesn’t interrupt, he practices active listening, and he focuses on his guest and audience rather than bringing attention to himself through poor language, loud, obnoxious behavior or constant swearing! How refreshing.

My parents both had terminal cancer. I wuit my job, moved states and moved in with them to be their caregiver. They died 13 months apart. I was with them nearly every minute of that time. Two weeks after their deaths I broke out in hives all over my body. I had never had hives in my life. I went to the doctor and he asked if I had been stressed. I told him what I had been doing and that I was actually the least stressed I had felt in two years. He said that now my mind and body could relax it was releasing all of the emotions and stress I had been suppressing while caring for my parents. The body/mind connection is real.

Listening to this it made me wonder what the world would be like if we taught our children how to manage their bodies and minds and emotions rather than some of the nonsense they get taught in school. A curriculum based on social skills, self care and resilience would change the world.

my granny lived 104 years and gave birth to 5 daughters and 5 sons from 4 different husbands who either died during the war or came back home after war to die of ptsd - therefore she stressed a lot - like A LOT - while raising her children - she only had one job entire life with a very low income - so her husbands helped her on many occasions - but at the end of life she was alone - she took a lot of time in bed and ate mostly soft fruits and plenty of different soups - but two things she always had on her bedside table - a small icon of jesus christ and the valerian extract - she would mix a small glass water with 15 drops of valerian extract and drink it in the morning - she says if you prevent stress before it happens - then you will last a very long time on earth - another thing she would do is to keep her room organized and free of dust - she says stress comes from everywhere - so if you want to kill all the stress then sprinkle some valerian extract on it - it is like a holy water that kills evil - be vigilant against stress - anyone who brings stress to you is basically preventing you from living long and prosperous life -

Dr. Tara’s voice so soothing. I could listen to her speak all day.

To the person reading this. Even though I don’t know you, I wish you the best life has to offer 🙏🏻🙌😊♥️

00:26 😰 Stress is contagious as cortisol, the main stress hormone, can leak from one person's sweat and affect others. 01:21 🧠 Our brains continue to grow and change from 25 to 65, improving higher functions like emotional regulation, problem-solving, and bias control. 03:19 💼 CEOs' stress levels can have a significant impact on their organization, and managing stress is crucial for leadership. 13:18 🤰 Hormones like cortisol and sex steroids can affect individuals' physiological responses and interpersonal dynamics, including menstrual synchronization and stress contagion. 22:08 💪 Physical exercise can help reduce stress by sweating out excess cortisol from the body. 22:21 📝 Managing stress involves strategies like aerobic exercise and journaling to reduce cortisol and negative thoughts associated with stress. 24:00 📝 Quality sleep is crucial for the brain's health and managing stress levels. Ideally, 8 hours and 15 minutes in bed is recommended for most people. 25:52 📝 The brain has a glymphatic system that actively cleanses toxins during sleep, taking 7 to 8 hours. Sleeping on your side is recommended for this process. 30:28 📝 Co-sleeping or sleeping together can promote bonding, warmth, and the release of oxytocin, enhancing emotional connections. 37:52 📝 Intuition is the result of stored wisdom and experiences in your nervous system, and it may be more readily acknowledged by women, though both men and women possess it. 44:11 🧠 Understanding Pandemic Impact: The psychological effects of the pandemic, such as isolation and loss, have not been fully acknowledged or planned for, and their long-term consequences are not well understood. 46:32 🌿 Nature's Healing: Spending time in nature has positive effects on physical and mental health, and it's essential to make time for it even as we return to our old routines. 47:27 💖 Purpose Beyond Self: Having a purpose that transcends personal gain, like volunteering or helping others, is crucial for mental health and overall well-being. 52:05 🧐 Neuro-Aesthetics: Incorporating creative activities and aesthetics into daily life, like art, music, and nature, has a profound impact on mental health, physical health, and longevity. 53:16 🔄 Embracing Ancient Wisdom: The solutions to our current challenges may lie in the timeless wisdom of our ancestors, making it unnecessary to reinvent the wheel. 01:07:04 🧠 Understanding beliefs: To address behaviors, it's crucial to dig below thoughts into the beliefs that underlie them. 01:07:48 📝 Deliberate practice: Changing behavior involves deliberate practice, replacing old habits with new ones through consistent effort. 01:09:56 💪 Three steps to change: Recognize patterns, understand consequences, and set intentions for who you want to become. 01:12:44 🧬 Generational trauma and epigenetics: Trauma can affect gene expression, but resilience and healing are possible through understanding and effort. 01:26:57 🏋️‍♂️ Neuroplasticity and exercise: Aerobic exercise can accelerate neurogenesis, benefiting memory and cognitive function. Weight training has different brain-related effects. 01:28:17 🧠 Visualization can lead to muscle growth, demonstrating the power of our thoughts in shaping our bodies. 01:30:01 🍇 Opt for darker-skinned foods like black beans, blueberries, and dark chocolate, as they contain antioxidants (anthocyanins) beneficial for brain health. 01:31:10 💤 Create conditions for neuroplasticity by getting enough sleep, being physically active, managing stress, and maintaining hydration. 01:33:32 🧠 Building self-esteem and confidence involves identifying negative thoughts, creating positive affirmations, and changing your inner narrative. 01:39:26 🧩 Neurodiversity encompasses a range of brain differences, and the increase in diagnoses may be due to better recognition and adaptation to the changing world. 01:49:26 🧠 Our thoughts and perceptions can have a significant impact on our physical health and well-being. 01:50:35 📏 Posture and musculoskeletal coordination can improve when individuals change their behavior to match a younger age, as shown in a study with octogenarians. 01:53:20 🗣️ The words we use can significantly affect our behavior, as seen in an experiment with medical students who walked more slowly when exposed to words associated with retirement. 01:57:38 🧘 Visualizing and expressing gratitude for your desired outcomes can shift your brain from a fear state to a trust state, facilitating personal change. 02:00:33 🎭 Overcoming limiting beliefs, especially those imposed by others, can lead to embracing one's creativity and potential for personal growth.

Thank you for this podcast. In 2017 I had a brain aneurysm and stroke and when I woke up in the hospital I said to myself {I love myself, I forgive myself, I heal myself) Long story short I believe that helped in my healing process.

I want to say that Dr Tara Swart is an excellent speaker. She pulls information together so well. I can clearly hear the doctor in her- she has so much information and she connects it all so well into whats happening- why- and the practical ways you can help your life. I really like this approach to information. Thank You.

Me and my husband have slept separately A LOT over the last few years because of his snoring and problems with insomnia (now resolved). We are closer than ever. Very bonded. Sleep is so important, especially with 5 kids, if you cannot sleep because of your husband's snoring, don't hesitate to sleep alone!! It's more important to just get the actual sleep! We cuddle lots whenever around each other, and snuggle up to watch movies together on the couch, that's the main thing

Sleeping apart had been the BEST thing I could have ever done in my relationship. I always felt I was strange for not liking sleeping with a partner and suffered in silence for too long. I soon grew resentful of previous partners who would wake me up rolling around or breathing etc beside me. Of course I liked cuddling etc but when it came to sleep it was a definite no no. I feel closer than ever to my partner now that we don’t sleep in the same bed and I can actually get some good rest and enjoy my life feeling rested and awake in the day. I mention this not saying ‘I’m right, she’s wrong’ but to remind people some things don’t work for everyone. A credited doctor should know better than to talk in such harsh absolutes. Within our evolution and what’s ‘best’ for humans there are invariably a cohort of us who definitely do not thrive with this. I for one would be extremely miserable being forced to attempt to sleep beside a partner long term, no matter how much we loved each other, if I meant I always felt miserable and sad from lack of sleep.

Well, I'm gonna push back around the belly fat. I spent my young life EXTREMELY stressed, and had not extra fat anywhere. I ate like a horse and was still officially 'severely under weight'. As my life became less stressful, I gradually gained weight. I have no stress at all now and I'm heading towards the other end - I'm slightly overweight. And I'm not alone - a LOT of severely stressed people are actually underweight - not overweight. So this first concept at the very beginning of the video is obviously not true... What is more likely to be true is that stress results in people often overeating - overeating doesn't necessarily result in being overweight - the overweight is often a result of overeating and under-exercising (although not in my case), not stress. I was severely underweight because of stress in my opinion. She didn't even get this first thing right. I'm highly questioning the other concepts... As for the menstrual cycle, wasn't that actually completely debunked years ago?? I also lived with my flatmate for over a decade, we were good friends and spent a lot of time together, and our menstrual cycles were almost never in sync. People used to actually think years ago that women's cycles synced, but there is simply 25% chance of them being at the same time anyway. And where is the actual scientific evidence for all this stuff?? Is this lady actually a doctor?

This is making so much sense thank you so much for having her as your guest I've been going through this for 9 years and it all I know I know what to do after 9:00 long years I finally know what I need to do and what my what's causing my ongoing skin infection and belly fat that I can't lose thank you so much

“People who focus on what they want don’t typically get what they want. People who focus on what they have to offer typically get what they want.” - Steve Bartlett

When she spoke about the importance of co-sleeping, I felt it. Because I sleep close to my husband I could sense when something was wrong with him and was able to wake up and eventually call the emergency services and help arrived in time to save his life.

Oh, my gosh! I knew I was noticing it right. When somebody breaks relationships it provokes a wave around friends and after one break/divorce the others might follow.

Im really glad she has mentioned how affectiveit can be to be mentally aware of how important it is to have communicstion and serenity...not to be around negativity it affects your system.

My mother died from COPD. After she died I researched and came across an article on a medical website that said chronic stress can harden the tissues in the lungs leading to permanent damage. And she was so stressed much of the time. I also realised later how lonely she must have felt due to one circumstance and another. 😢 I do believe that loneliness leads to a constant state of what I would call “Quiet Stress”. Just a personal thought.

I had the pleasure to attend one of her exec programs at MIT and loved it - her book "The Source - The Secrets of the Universe, The Science of the Brain" is an absolute must-read. I am navigating between science and spiritual communities and she is one of the very few scientists who identify the overlaps and alignment between these 2 modalities. A lot of scientists are completely ignorant to the spiritual side of things.

So glad to hear a scientist confirm the power of intuition. Mine has been my most trusted guide. Never doubt a gut feeling

I haven’t ever been a fan of podcasts but I stumbled upon this one and I can’t get enough of the amount of information and I am making positive changes in my life everyday because of it :) thanks it means a lot I have been really stuck with depression and anxiety

What I like about this show and especially Steven Bartlett is that he gives the guests a chance to speak without interrupting them. It's like a breath of fresh air.

Every crash/collapse brings with it an equivalent market chance if you are early informed and equipped, I've seen folks amass up to $1m amid crisis, and even pull it off easily in a favorable economy. Unequivocally, the bubble/ collapse is getting somebody somewhere rich

I absolutely loved this conversation. I now feel more validated in some of the practices I have engaged in throughout the years and how exciting it is to learn more about the open access to an even more stimulating life experience through vocabulary and very simple gratitude practices. This kept me deeply engaged and now I’ll be silent and let this conversation soak in even deeper. One thing I did while listening to this was sit on the ground out with my 3 horses. I noticed how all three came around me, got sleepy and one after the other, lay down near me. Much love to you both.

One of the best interviews about Neuroplasticity that I had the chance to presence. I feel so grateful to have find this video. Very clear language and well putted questions thanks so much brother!

I was 58 years old when I finally cried over the death of my mother 48 years ago, and the death of my father ten years ago. It was prompted by the death of my best friend of 16 years-a dog. I cried like my survival depended on the universe hearing it. The catharsis was completely unexpected and incredible. It was like an out of body experience. I still don't completely understand it, but I feel like a new person. I still miss my buddy.

It breaks my heart to hear how important sleeping next to someone can be to your over all health, but we’re expected to have our babies and children sleep by themselves in their own room.

Tara is such a precious person ! The video turned on a second time by Google as I was napping a bit, and I listened to it a second time, because I was so impressed with it. Aarre Peltomaa of Mississauga, Ontario

Her smile can heal. Thanks steven for always bringing experts

I ha e grown up with allergies and eczema and asthma as well as being chubby in the belly and face. I grew up in a dysfunctional home and this entire cortisol/stress response has helped me connect the dots on the reason I've always fought inflammation. I constantly struggle with my weight and stress management. Now I realize it's stress. Life changing podcast! Thank you!

The best thing I ever did was sleep in the same bed as my babies, into childhood. I was mortified when my first born would not settle, he would cry until he vomited when I followed all the “advice” when trying to get a sleep routine ❤ I couldn’t stand the thought of him being distressed. My motherly instinct was extremely distressed upon seeing him like that and I realised that my instincts in relation to my children are right. I loved every minute of sharing a bed with my husband and two boys. I never drank and co slept and they were always safe. Now that they have left home, I’m blessed that I had those beautiful close years snuggling into my boys.

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 Wow! Dr. Tara! Thank you. Steven, I salute you, my brotha. 🫡 always impressive, insightful interviews. I've been already accomplishing the intentions I set on my plate piling up so hearing this and being approved yesterday for something I was working on is all proof of how honest action leads to closer satisfaction pertaining to the pursuit of your will.

My favorite is the obvious respect between these two. it's such a celebration of each other. and of course the content.

It's crazy how every interview is ridiculously helpful. ❤

For years, I’ve been telling people that stress is contagious, but didn’t have “science” to back me up. Thank you for this video!!

This chat covers so much: sleep, weight, mind, body,. It is so informative. I feel a bit sad listening to things that I now know i could have done better on as a mum and partner. Onwards & upwards.

What an amazing woman.... I can listen to her for hours! Many thanks for great couple of hours listening x

Well I am so glad she got her MD and PHD because she is a very rare doctor who can make complex topics so easy to understand. And her words of wisdom give so much hope for healing and change.

Well Steve has definitely lived up to his promises. This podcast just keeps getting better and better. I watch at least one or more episodes every week day.

❤ her honesty is so refreshing, what a wonderful interview, just listened during early waking hours due to my recent rise in cortisal levels 😢

One of the absolute most worthwhile videos/interviews I have ever seen! Thank you so much for posting such great content.

This was amazing. I am a 66 year old woman pondering retirement and all things related. After listening to this episode, I realized that while I have lived… what I want to do is dedicate thought, energy, practice and visualize HOW I want to live my remaining years, this is not a decline but a rebirth and celebration of sorts. I joke that I am still strong, feisty, strong and youthful ( as though those attributes are waning). I realize my perspective must be they ARE me and I want them to continue to define me.

19:55 it's not exercise or eating better but going to the root cause behind the cortisol. This explains a lot. 22:00 skin problems 22:15 the solution is either to sweat the cortisol out or journaling your thoughts out so that you stop turning in circles inside your mind.

You have the most intriguing program that watched at the more honest program than anyone on this KZfaq. Thank you so much.❤

Easily one of the best things I have listened to in a long time.

Managing money is different from accumulating wealth, and the lack of investment education in schools may explain why people struggle to maintain their financial gains. The examples you provided are relevant, and I personally benefited from the market crisis, as I embrace challenging times while others tend to avoid them. Well, at least my advisor does too, jokingly..

The bit about feeling safe enough to enjoy items of beauty really resonates with me. Literally just today I was watching the sunset and thought about what I was doing last year at this time and the year before. I remember thinking I don't remember certain things about my surroundings during this time. It was because I was leaving my husband last year and the year before I was fighting him and trying to figure a way out of the mess. This past month has marked a time where the toxic people are mostly out of my life and I can truly enjoy my 3 acres, grass, trees, sunrises and sunsets in relative peace and safety at least for now. In addition to that, I have time to listen to these podcasts and have some tools to tackle the cortisol! I have learned so much from these people and conversations.

Love to talk with this girl about the nature and foundations of reality, and why things are the way they are. Great talk!

I am blown away from this podcast of things I see my wife do to what lines up with everything spoken here. Wow thank you both for a great conversation and knowledge freely shared

I'm 65 and mistaken for my 30's...I say no to negative people and situations. I'm always challenging myself in small ways. I love everything shared here today. Thank you 💯 🥰💐🙏🏻💛🌿🌻🌿

I feel so honored and privileged to have found this podcast. When one is ready, a Teacher comes forth.

What a truly likeable person Dr. Tara Swart is. Of all the things that she knows and shares, she embodies it all as a living example of it all.

Hi Sadie, a friend told me to watch this after they unfortunately got caught for shop lifting. Can’t believe I’m the only person that has balls to comment. But there’s one person that has massive balls to do this and that’s you my love. Good work ! to have the honesty, to have the talent to remember that all. Now I understand why they asked me to watch this as it explains the reasons behind his story xxx

My daughter was diagnosed with ADHD at 5. Afterwards, it was a constant struggle with therapy, counseling, hospitalizations, etc. but nothing really changing until now (middle school). In a time when kids are said to become hormonally unstable she has mellowed out DESPITE the fact that we stopped medication and therapy bc of the pandemic. But guess what this podcast made me realize? As soon as she hit middle school she became HEAVILY involved in the arts. You name it: chorus, orchestra, drawing, writing and she’s actually VERY talented. Not until this episode did I make this connection and now I’m awestruck and humbled that something we just stumbled into could be the real solution. Im so thankful for this podcast and I’m certainly about to be a fan of everything Dr. Tara Swart!

I loved that part about intuition. Last week, when I thought I was home alone, I walked through the hallway and I felt someone in my proximity. I said 'I cant hear you or see you, but I FEEL you, who are you?' and I hear my sons voice from one of the rooms 'OMG! This is insane! Youre creepy, how did you know?!!!' He had come home early from school. We laughed so hard! That's intuition! Built in for survival!

For me, surrounding myself with (or spending time being mindful of) the beauty of nature connects me with the Creator, which gives me a great sense of peace and safety. Knowing that He is bigger than me, stronger than me and, ultimately, has the world events in His control/plan gives great security. Also reading and meditating on the Psalms or Proverbs, the words of Jesus, or other passages of the Bible give peace and spiritual growth...and I always see something new. Also, traveling, getting to know people from different cultures, even learning new languages (I am now 72 and learning Spanish online), and doing something creative as often as possible seems to keep my "neuropathways" active and moving...like a muscle that needs stimulation. What an amazing creation the human brain is! I constantly stand amazed at my God and all He created for us that is still evident, even after all we have done that has damaged it.

Dr.Tara This is the very first you tube podcast I have seen of yours. I’m hooked! I had my first stroke in 1977. Just 19 years old. I had gone to bed healthy at 18 yrs of age and woke up on my 19th birthday with 82% loss on my left side. Going thru life I have had 3 more strokes all in my sleep and birthday. I’m still here in this beautiful world. What fascinates me is I live my life by so much of what you’ve studied and talk about just intuitively. I’ve said enough here and would love to hear from you.

I love how she confidently stopped him in his tracks when he said that we’d have to redesign society- you can start with yourself 🎉 There are already TONS of communities out there with people who don’t do the things he mentioned. Millions of people are realizing how porn is damaging themselves and choosing to stop. Many people understand that being celibate actually increases your capacity to function in life and level up so to speak. The evidence is out there. You don’t need tinder to meet people. The more you do your research and work on yourself and raising your vibration, the more you will see that there’s a whole other world out there

What I always like about Stephen Bartlett is that he gives guests a chance to talk without interrupting them. It's like a breath of fresh air.

From: Jennifer De La Paz / I would like to commend you on this superlative podcast you founded. This is my third time watching your podcast and I am even more impressed as I watched this episode today. *Subscribed and joined. For someone who was born in Asia under strict parenting rules and now living in the US, listening to your guest, Dr. Tara Swart who, for me, is the epitome of ever-evolving greatness of human intention-ability to go further that quite possibly would take 3 lifetimes to achieve IS very impactful. Every episode i watched from beginning to end has driven me to action. Why this (all-encompassing) "action" is special is because before I suffered a disabling back injury, I was fully functional and doing measurable productivity in my profession to now, hardly moving. Mr. Steven Bartlett, I would like to let you know your vlog is relevant, high-minded, in short, PRAISEWORTHY. Thank you.

This was an absolutely wonderful and informative interview. I also loved her giggle…..made her even more endearing and relatable to listen too. Thank you both so much.

This was an amazing interview and the best 2 hours I’ve spent on KZfaq in years. She is clearly brilliant and he is a wonderful interviewer. Well done.

Im a male INFJ. I trust intuition above all else. 99% of the time It's proved to be right in my life. I dont always get a gut feeling about something though. Usually in a situation of danger or truth and lies.

I can hear the emotion in the breaths in between that sound like tears that need to be expressed (Tara) best of luck with your creative /acting journey! 💖

This is one of the best interviews I’ve watched. I’m now watching Tara’s stuff.

Can confirm, I did the fitness visualization experiment. I visualized myself working on the cross trainer and treadmill, seeing that I had burned loads of calories, feeling the sweat drip down my forehead. I lost 5 pounds without even leaving the house. It's wild what our brains can do with visualization.

I’m 82, and was widowed in 2017. I’m sleeping better mostly now. But I was caregiver for my mother from 2002 to 2010, then my husband got ill and I cared for him from 2012 to 2017. But I’ve gained weight all over. Ugh! But I think Im okay being alone. Loving your podcast though thank you.

I don't even watch tv anymore. Now I just watch or rewatch one of these!!! I swear it's reprogramming my brain. This one, mel robbins, 48 laws guy, barbara cochran...my favs. Thanks Steven! You are superb at what you do. ❤❤❤❤

This is the 1st time I've committed 2hrs to a podcast. I could listen to Tara all day. Fascinating!

Speaking of pregnancy… my dad cheated on my mom with her best friend when she was pregnant with me. I’ve had problems my whole life with school, anxiety, addiction, chronic illness like Crohn’s disease, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic fatigue etc. now that I’m 50 I’m finally learning how to heal. It’s a struggle but proper healthy diet, intermittent fasting, prayer, meditation, abdominal breathing exercises and making a conscious effort to change my negative thoughts to positive and hopeful thoughts. We do overcome!

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🧠 The Power of Visualization and Brain Potential 00:26 🌡️ Stress and its Physical Manifestations 01:06 🧩 Brain Growth and Adaptability 01:39 🧠 Challenging Preconceptions about the Brain 03:04 💔 The Physical and Mental Toll of Stress 05:36 🤝 Bonding Mechanisms and Oxytocin Release 08:10 👁️ The Science of Eye Contact and Emotional Resonance 10:45 🤗 Physical Interaction and Bonding 13:04 📉 The Contagion of Stress and its Historical Context 16:45 🏢 Leadership and Stress Management 21:40 🧠 Stress and its Physical Manifestations 22:50 📺 Channel Subscription Request 23:19 😴 The Importance of Sleep 25:38 🧼 Brain Cleaning During Sleep 27:44 🛌 Sleeping Positions and Pillows 29:44 💞 Bonding and Sleep Divorce 32:59 🧐 Intuition and Decision Making 36:16 🧠🫀 Brain-Gut Connection 41:25 🤒 Recognizing Illness 42:32 🤒 Challenging Group Think and Recognizing Health Issues 43:14 🚨 The Looming Mental Health Crisis Post-Pandemic 44:53 🌍 Indigenous Wisdom and Future Planning 45:38 🌀 Spiritual Revolution and Its Meaning 48:07 🤝 Value of Service and Tribal Context 50:41 🎨 Neuro Aesthetics and the Importance of Beauty 53:01 🌱 Returning to Ancient Practices for Peace 55:12 📺 Impact of Pornography on the Brain 57:23 📱 Digital Communication vs. Face-to-Face Interaction 58:08 🧠 Neuroplasticity and Its Significance 01:04:29 🧠 Recognizing Negative Patterns 01:08:02 🔄 Changing Behavior Through Deliberate Practice 01:10:11 🤝 The Role of Accountability 01:11:21 🧬 Generational Trauma and Epigenetics 01:18:36 💔 Understanding Grief and Heartbreak 01:23:45 🌐 Mechanisms of Neuroplasticity 01:24:37 🧠 Neuroplasticity and Brain Mechanisms 01:26:01 🏃‍♂️ Impact of Aerobic Exercise on the Brain 01:27:37 💪 Mind Over Matter and Weightlifting 01:30:01 🍇 Dark-skinned Foods and Neurogenesis 01:30:55 🧘‍♂️ Neuroplasticity and Lifestyle Factors 01:33:32 🤔 Building Self-esteem and Confidence 01:37:20 🌌 Manifestation and the Brain 01:43:55 🌐 Neurodiversity and its Implications 01:45:03 🧠 Diagnosis and Neurodivergence 01:47:13 🎙️ Podcast Themes and Indigenous Wisdom 01:49:13 🕰️ Psychological Priming and Aging 01:54:04 🗣️ Language and Its Influence 01:57:10 🚀 Unlocking Potential and Taking Steps 02:00:05 🎭 Personal Journey and Cultural Expectations

Came across this post in a very stressful time. What wonderful insights which I have never heard expressed before. You both bring out the best sharing for our total benefit. So thankful.

Very interesting knowledge that confirms to me what I have always known. Intuition, listen to yours, it never lies. Stress, it has done me in, and I've started to fight back.

IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION: the study in question 'Positive visualisation and it's effect on strength training (Hynes & Turner, 2020) show a 13% increase in amount of weight lifted in an exercise session and NOT a 13% increase in muscle mass. Very different things. You cannot tear muscle fibres with your mind.

I can listen to Dr. Swart all day. She reduces my cortisol levels.

I know I have high levels of cortisol. I've been under more stress this past year more than any time in life. I'm grateful I watched this.

This is my absolute favorite conversation. This woman is brilliant.❤

I just left a 34- year marriage that destroyed my spirit and caused me anxiety. My arms, legs and face do not look fat but my midsection is absolutely fatter than it’s ever been. My skin has also prematurely aged and is sagging and crepey. I even started three day fast and intermittent fasting using one meal a day, for the past two years. I will continue to listen to see what it is she says in order to get rid of cortisol!

I always thought it was stress. I mean...I ended up with ulcers at 12...got treatment, yet was told I was very stressed. No matter what i did activity wise i couldn't ever get total "fit" i did all kinds of self work...turns out it was toxic mold all along. I tested it. Ive left moldy areas & lost weight & felt better...less stressed. Fascinating.

I rarely ever watch long videos, but I ended up sharing this one within the first few minutes of watching it. After watching it more, it deeply captured my interest. Tara is a great speaker and she reminds me of my Ayurvedic general practice doctor. I subscribed and am grateful to stumble across this treasure of a KZfaq channel.

This is a fantastic interview and podcast with Dr. Tara Swart. I was so impressed that I have been sharing your podcast with friends and immediately ordered "The Source"; I paused my other current science reads(books) to read "The Source'. Fascinating, just as her presentation!

I just stumbled upon this video, and if there’s any possibility that either the speaker or the interviewer may see this message, I just want to say thank you. Intelligent, though provoking content! Wholesome, nothing woke, or inflammatory. No virtue-signaling, no posturing, no propaganda…and a refreshing absence of ego from either of you. Simply a beautiful conversation between two earnest hearts. And as a bonus, I particularly loved that both of you spoke about and honored your partners. Simply beautiful. I learned a lot! Thank you

1:27:00 This is exactly why schools need to incorporate a lot of physical movement breaks for students. Like, take the class outside and have the students take a quick walk around the building or around tennis courts before each class begins. If the weather is bad, take a walk around the hallways. I know teachers who do that and it really does energize everyone, including the teacher. It gets the blood flowing to the brain and they are more alert, pay attention better and it elevates their moods.

This was the most important and best podcast I have ever listened to. Thank you!

Such a beautiful person, I am so glad I have come across this podcast and Dr Tara Swart!

Dr. Tara is a brilliant educator. This was by far the most engaging, educational, inspiring, fascinating, … and every other adjective that could describe her genius, interview you have done yet. Thank you!!!

Met a doctor who was in an accident who is on 73 medications at once to “keep him alive.” I started to wonder if the effects and side effects of all those meds might be contagious. While I dismissed the thought initially, this makes me wonder again. If meds can get into the water supply through pee and affect one’s neighbors, why not sweat, even through a handshake?

Tara is wonderful and a lot of what she says really resonates with me. I can't wait to apply these principles to my life and see the positive changes ❤

The most amazing understanding and real perspective on all these subjects we all have questions about. Powerful stuff here I shared it with many. I sit in gratitude for this conversation 🎉

"people who focus on what they want don't typically get what they want and people who focus on what they have to offer typically get what they want". Really profound.

She’s a true gem. Thank you for letting her finish her sentences and not pushing, rushing her while she talked and not trying to add something to everything she said (like some others did)It was truly amazing to watch your conversation with her. #weneedmoretara

This has been one of the most mind blowing/ educational podcasts I’ve ever listen too! Thank you!

Recently found your channel and been hooked ever since ! Sooooo many amazing topics !!! You have filled the knowledge "gap"with that people missed in the early stages of their lives. Thank you for taking that initiative, it's a real "eye-opener" for all of us. I send your channel to most people I know who are also interested on how we "humans behave" in all senses of the word. So may things are perfectly explained, some times simple but complex in their processes. 🙌🙏

1:02:10 oh😮 nice! Since 30 years old (I'm 47 now) I've moved countries 2x, learned 2 new languages, took a second masters degree in molecular biology, became a mother, learned how to play the piano... brain in full power!!!

My stress levels went way down in a period of a year after I got a new job, paid off debt, and got in superior shape. Sometimes you really have to put work in.

Being informative is something Being able to talk in a way people want to listen to you something else! She is amazing 👌🏻