#105 Dr Gala Gorman | Why Stress Relief Techniques Fail You

#105 Dr Gala Gorman | Why Stress Relief Techniques Fail You

Author: Mike Maher July 29, 2024 Duration: 1:26:32

Today's guest is Dr. Gala Gorman, a stress expert, holistic life coach, acupuncturist, and author of the Spiritual Approach™ series with advanced degrees in human development. Blending science and art, she tackles the root causes of autoimmune diseases and chronic stress, often reminding us, "The question is the answer."

Connect with Dr Gala Gorman here; https://drgala.com/

Chapters;
0:00 Introduction
3:36 What Is Stress? Understanding Your Nervous System
7:11 Good Stress vs. Toxic Stress: The Wedding Analogy
15:51 Sleep Hygiene: Optimizing Your Rest
22:51 Mineral Deficiency and Sleep Quality
28:38 The Biochemistry of Chronic Stress
35:05 Parasites and Full Moon Sleep Disturbances
41:44 Heavy Metals and Toxicity Testing
51:57 Water Filtration for Reducing Toxins
55:51 EMF Protection Without Paranoia
1:01:06 Breathing Exercise: Deep Nasal Breathing

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Mike Maher hosts TAKE A DEEP BREATH, a space where the simple, automatic act of breathing gets the thoughtful exploration it deserves. This isn't just about relaxation techniques, though you'll certainly find those. Instead, each conversation delves into the surprising science and profound personal power hidden within our own respiration. Mike guides discussions with a diverse range of voices-from researchers mapping the breath's impact on the nervous system to yoga teachers sharing ancient practices, and everyday explorers who've used breathwork to transform their mental and physical fitness. You'll hear practical methods alongside the deeper philosophy, understanding how conscious breathing can alter stress, focus, and overall wellbeing. Tune in to this podcast for a refreshingly direct look at a fundamental part of life, learning how to harness your breath with more intention and discover what happens when you truly pay attention to the air moving in and out. It's a journey into the most accessible tool we all possess, waiting to be unlocked.
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