Fast Emotional Circuitry and Amygdala Hijack

On this episode: Aaron is oppositional to better understand. Nate asks why. This week, Nate and Aaron talk to Ron Ovitt. Ron is an ordained minister, author, podcaster, pastoral counselor, recovery coach, and speaker. Ron specializes in emotional relearning. He wow’s us with this fact: emotions are learned, and they can be relearned! He explains and gives tips on reparenting. A controversial opinion of dopamine is discussed. And 3 steps for emotional regulation. It’s an eventful episode you won’t want to miss! Links:
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