The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst Neuroscientist: How To Rewire Your Brain After Trauma & Manifest Your Dreams | Dr. Tara Swart
Aug 28, 2025
Dr. Tara Swart, a neuroscientist and leadership advisor from MIT Sloan, discusses her journey of healing after loss and the power of community support. She reveals how to rewire your brain to overcome trauma and manifest dreams, backed by science. Tara dives into the concept of having more than five human senses, the gut-brain connection, and the importance of gratitude in boosting mental health. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their emotional experiences, utilize creativity, and trust their intuition for personal growth.
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Valentine's Day License Plate Sign
- Tara Swart received a clear Valentine's Day sign: a red sports car with license plate C21RBN that referenced her late husband's name and birthdate.
- She photographed the plate and shared it with her assistant who confirmed the connection, which reinforced her sense of ongoing communication.
Face Emotions And Use Nature
- Feel the full depth of emotions after adversity instead of numbing or avoiding them.
- Use nature and community to regulate emotions and rebuild resilience through noticing beauty and connection.
Use Movement To Unlock Intuition
- When your nervous system is dysregulated, move your body with breathwork, dance, chanting, or gentle exercise to access intuition.
- Use creative expression (painting, drawing) immediately after trauma to process emotions held in the body.
