What if the real problem isn’t just that you’re stressed… it’s that stress is quietly running your entire life?

In this episode, I speak with psychologist Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle about what happens when chronic stress, comparison and constant stimulation take over your thoughts, decisions and relationships, and how to stop letting them control you. We talk about finding the right therapist, why the relationship matters more than the technique, and how living from your values and taking small daily actions can help you feel less overwhelmed and more grounded.

If stress has been controlling you, this conversation will help you start taking your life back.

Dr. Mike Ronsisvalle is a licensed psychologist with over 20 years’ experience working with anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Trailer

(00:56) Introduction

(01:24) The Role of Stress in Modern Society

(02:51) The Importance of Mindfulness & Being Present

(07:07) Technology's Impact on Our Lives

(19:40) Challenges in Finding Quality Therapy

(30:52) Understanding Goals vs. Value Systems

(32:16) Addressing Financial Turmoil & Mental Health

(32:59) The Importance of Healthy Habits

(35:00) Exploring Career Focus in Psychology

(36:39) The Role of Stress in Mental Health

(39:38) Holistic Approaches to Mental Health

(42:16) Introducing LiveWell Coaching

(46:08) The Future of Mental Health Support

(52:57) Final Thoughts & Reflections

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What if the hardest part of your trauma isn’t what actually happened… it’s noticing the same patterns showing up in you now?

In this episode, I speak with Tenille Bentley about how childhood trauma and growing up around domestic violence can shape your adult relationships and what it takes to break that cycle. We talk about moving from blame to responsibility, setting real boundaries, and learning to stop taking on other people’s emotions as your own.

Tenille also shares the emotional language and simple tools she uses in her Emotional Literacy & Mindfulness Academy to help children learn how to respond instead of react.

If you’re scared of repeating the same unhealthy dynamics, this conversation will give you a clear way of understanding your patterns and where to start changing them.

Tenille Bentley is a globally recognized, multi-award-winning entrepreneur and sound therapy specialist, and the founder of ELMA Education.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(00:48) Meet Tenille Bentley

(01:26) Tenille's Background & Journey

(05:45) Founding Alma Education

(09:02) The Impact of Alma Education

(13:53) Emotional Intelligence & Modern Challenges

(15:42) Forgiveness & Personal Growth

(28:43) The Future of Human Connection

(32:09) Understanding Parental Influence

(33:01) Generational Trauma and Healing

(34:17) Taking Responsibility for Your Life

(35:14) The Victim Mentality

(36:21) Emotional Intelligence & Self-Awareness

(38:48) Navigating Relationships & Patterns

(47:22) Balancing Ambition & Alignment

(53:27) Final Thoughts & Reflections

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Email: contact@nickbracks.com

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Website: https://www.tenillebentley.com/

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Is there something wrong with you… or is there something wrong with the way we live?

In this episode, I speak to performance coach and psychophysiologist Paul Taylor about how modern life (from ultra-processed food and poor sleep to constant screens and chronic stress) creates the perfect storm for anxiety, depression, burnout and ADHD-like symptoms. We dig into why so much of “mental illness” sits on a spectrum, how lifestyle can mimic or magnify these conditions, and why over-pathologising normal emotions can sometimes make things worse.

Paul also breaks down Hardiness, his idea of Resilience 2.0: a practical framework built on control, challenge, commitment and connection. If you feel overwhelmed, stuck or like you’re not coping with the pace of life, this conversation will give you a new way to think about mental health with some simple, science-backed ways to start rebuilding your capacity in a world that isn’t exactly designed for humans.

Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:06) Meet Dr. Paul Taylor

(03:16) Understanding Hardiness vs. Resilience

(08:26) The Impact of Modern Life on Mental Health

(17:19) The Role of Lifestyle in Mental Health

(29:42) The Consequences of Poor Sleep and Diet

(36:28) Defining True Recovery

(37:24) The Connection Between Mental & Physical Health

(37:59) Socioeconomic Disparities in Health

(42:04) The Impact of Gambling & Government Inaction

(44:14) The Influence of Big Food

(51:45) Understanding Hardiness & Stoicism

(59:59) The Four C's of Resilience

(01:03:44) Final Thoughts & Closing Questions

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https://go.moveyourmind.io/training

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Website: http://nickbracks.com

Email: contact@nickbracks.com

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Website: https://www.paultaylor.biz/

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