A Life of Greatness

Dr Tara Swart: The Neuroscience Behind Controlling Your Thoughts & Manifesting Your Dreams

Dec 18, 2023
Neuroscientist and leadership coach, Dr Tara Swart, discusses how to change thought patterns, manifest dreams using science, and sharpen thought pathways. She emphasizes the importance of neuroplasticity, a holistic approach to well-being, and the power of positive affirmations. The podcast also covers the impact of exercise on cortisol levels, the power of intuition, and ways to maintain brain health and live a life of greatness.
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INSIGHT

Stress Hormones Affect Body & Brain

  • Chronic stress elevates cortisol which triggers abdominal fat storage as an evolutionary survival mechanism.
  • The brain conserves resources by limiting complex functions under stress to prioritize survival.
ADVICE

Key Tips to Promote Sleep

  • Promote sleep by maintaining a consistent wake and sleep schedule within an hour window.
  • Avoid caffeine late in the day and manage stress to improve sleep quality.
ANECDOTE

Right Eye to Left Eye Bonding

  • Looking at someone’s left eye with your right eye creates emotional resonance and strengthens bonding.
  • This mimics the mother-infant bonding pattern linked to oxytocin release.
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