One breath of cinnamon and butter can turn a crowded kitchen into a time machine. We dig into why scent doesn’t just remind you of moments—it transports you back into them—by following the direct pathway from the nose to the amygdala and hippocampus, the brain’s hubs for emotion and memory. No detours, no filters, just a visceral flash of home, comfort, and belonging that feels like you’re there again.

Happy Thanksgiving!

If holiday stress creeps in, you’ll have a clear, evidence-based way to reset in seconds—no app, no device, just your breath and a familiar aroma. I'd be forever grateful for your review on this podcast and if you shared it with your friends and family on social media. Have a great holiday!

Note: This podcast episode is sponsored by Dr. Rewire's Brain DNA test. Learn more at Unshakeablebrain.ai. If you're a practitioner and you're interested in adding this at-home lab test to your toolkit, go to Unshakeablebrain.ai/expert.

I, Dr. Kylie, no longer work with clients in any endeavor. If you'd like more support for your health, I recommend working with the physicians at the EllieMD telemedicine platform. To get started, go to https://elliemd.com/?bp=drkylie. For health and wellness experts looking to provide this resource to your clients, get started at https://elliemd.com/join-us/?bp=drkylie.

Thank you for joining the Unshakeable Brain community. Dr. Kylie

On this special edition of a Tuesday brain bite, since it's the week of Thanksgiving, I wanted to share with you the power of GRIT and what the research says about it.

For all those seeking to reach goals, how important is GRIT? Inside this brain bite we break down why grit beats talent, how passion and perseverance work together, and how to train your brain for long-term goals. A simple two-question check and one small weekly action help you build sustainable commitment without burnout.

Loving this new podcast? Please share it on your social media and leave a review so it's easier for others to find as well. Let's build Unshakable Brain's together.

Note: This podcast episode is sponsored by Dr. Rewire's Brain DNA test. Learn more at Unshakeablebrain.ai. If you're a practitioner and you're interested in adding this at-home lab test to your toolkit, go to Unshakeablebrain.ai/expert.

I, Dr. Kylie, no longer work with clients in any endeavor. If you'd like more support for your health, I recommend working with the physicians at the EllieMD telemedicine platform. To get started, go to https://elliemd.com/?bp=drkylie. For health and wellness experts looking to provide this resource to your clients, get started at https://elliemd.com/join-us/?bp=drkylie.

Thank you for joining the Unshakeable Brain community. Dr. Kylie

What if your strongest muscle isn’t a muscle at all? We make a bold case that mental fitness—not just physical training—is the real foundation for performance, health, and resilience. You’ll hear why a brain-first routine can protect you from burnout, sharpen focus, and steady your emotions when life gets loud.

We break down the core capacities that mental fitness trains:

• sustained attention,
• emotional regulation,
• cognitive flexibility,
• resilience,
• and stress management.

Using clear, science-backed language, we connect daily habits to brain systems—the prefrontal cortex that keeps you calm under pressure, the hippocampus that accelerates learning, and the amygdala that reacts less when you practice regulation. Then we map out practical, five‑minute tools you can start today.

By the end, you’ll have a weekly challenge to start your own mental fitness streak and a clearer view of how small, deliberate practices can rewire your brain at any age.

If this sparked a shift in how you think about training, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves the gym but skips “brain day,” and leave a quick review to help more people build an unshakeable brain.

Note: This podcast episode is sponsored by Dr. Rewire's Brain DNA test. Learn more at Unshakeablebrain.ai. If you're a practitioner and you're interested in adding this at-home lab test to your toolkit, go to Unshakeablebrain.ai/expert.

I, Dr. Kylie, no longer work with clients in any endeavor. If you'd like more support for your health, I recommend working with the physicians at the EllieMD telemedicine platform. To get started, go to https://elliemd.com/?bp=drkylie. For health and wellness experts looking to provide this resource to your clients, get started at https://elliemd.com/join-us/?bp=drkylie.

Thank you for joining the Unshakeable Brain community. Dr. Kylie