Episodes

  • How Kindness Builds Resilience, Confidence, and Creativity (Emma-Louise Elsey)

    How Kindness Builds Resilience, Confidence, and Creativity (Emma-Louise Elsey)
    Jun 5 2025

    Emma-Louise Elsey challenges the idea that kindness is weakness, reframing self-compassion as a powerful tool for growth and resilience. Drawing from neuroscience and her unique coaching methodology, she offers tips in “Fierce Kindness” to help us thrive, reduce stress, and inspire positive change.

    In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.

    “I want to make kindness a power move to reframe kindness not as being nice, but as this courageous force that helps us show up for ourselves.” — Emma-Louise Elsey

    Guest Bio:

    Emma-Louise Elsey has been a professional life coach since 2004. She is the founder and former CEO of The Coaching Tools Company, and the founder and current CEO of FierceKindness.com.

    Over the last two decades, Emma-Louise has developed powerful, practical tools and techniques to overcome anxiety and a vicious inner critic — when nothing else worked. This journey gave rise to Fierce Kindness.

    Her mission now is to spark a kindness revolution, which starts with the person who matters most: you. She believes Fierce Kindness — the combination of kindness and courage — can together create the change our world deeply needs.

    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.


    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience School
    Emma-Louise’s website and special offer: FierceKindness.com

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer and Editor: Andrew Chapman
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

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    Episode transcript: How Kindness Builds Resilience, Confidence, and Creativity (Emma-Louise Elsey) coming soon.
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    38 mins
  • Boost Focus & Performance with Music & Neuroscience (Hilary DeCesare)

    Boost Focus & Performance with Music & Neuroscience (Hilary DeCesare)
    May 22 2025
    Hilary DeCesare joins Dr. Irena to explore the powerful link between music and the brain, revealing how the right tunes can trigger neurochemicals for motivation, healing, and growth. Discover actionable steps and personal stories that illuminate music’s potential to transform mindset and results.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“There’s something so powerful about the music connection. And I thought, I wonder if I could use this with my own clients. I wonder if this would work across all ages.” — Hilary DeCesareGuest Bio:Hilary DeCesare is a 3x bestselling author, award-winning peak performance coach with 25 years of experience, and host of the top 1.5% podcast “ReLaunch to a Rich Life.” Named one of Success Magazine's Top 10 Coaches of 2025 alongside Mel Robbins, Hilary masterfully blends neuroscience, ancient wisdom, and business expertise through her signature 3HQ™ framework (aligning your Head, Heart, and Highest Self) and transformational experiential events, empowering leaders to fully unlock their potential. As a former Silicon Valley CEO featured on ABC's hit TV show Secret Millionaire, Hilary is known for her approachable, intuitive, and authentically refreshing style — specializing in helping ambitious professionals shift from feeling stuck to confidently “ReLaunching into their Rich Life.”Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolHilary’s website: TheRelaunch.comHilary’s Instagram account: @hilarydecesareFree download for podcast listeners: TuneInPowerTool.comCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Boost Focus & Performance with Music & Neuroscience (Hilary DeCesare) coming soon.
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    42 mins
  • How Can Brain Science Elevate Coaching from Insight to Action?

    How Can Brain Science Elevate Coaching from Insight to Action?
    May 8 2025
    In this compilation, explore transformative insights from eight previous guests who reveal how neuroscience empowers lasting change, self-awareness, and resilience. If you’re a coach, wellness professional, or simply fascinated by the science of change, this episode is rich with actionable insights.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.Contents:00:00 — Intro about this special compilation episode01:08 — Lion Goodman on how “the predictive brain” forms our current reality06:15 — Deborah Ross and Kay Adams on the transformative experience of journal therapy12:00 — Ally Machate on the universal fear of rejection when publishing our writing18:51 — Dr. Eugene Choi on the state of flow and how we spend too much time in our survival mind23:10 — Caroline Leroux on coaching for compassion versus coaching for compliance27:55 — Renaye Thornborrow on teaching mindset skills to children through story-based coaching32:32 — Dr. Natalie Green on how childhood trauma manifests in adulthoodGuest Bios:Lion Goodman is a Professional Certified Coach and the CEO of the Clear Beliefs Institute.Deborah Ross and Kay Adams are journal-therapy pioneers and experts and the co-authors of Your Brain on Ink.Ally Machete is a book-publishing coach and the founder and CEO of The Writer’s Ally.Dr. Eugene Choi is a neuroscience-based coach who teaches executive leaders how to achieve and sustain peak performance in high-stress, high-stakes, and high-change environments.Caroline Leroux is a member of the International Coach Federation and is an instructor with Dr. Irena’s Neuroscience School.Renaye Thornborrow is leading a worldwide mission to bring life coaching and mindset skills training to children through her company, Adventures in Wisdom.Dr. Natalie Green is a trauma-breakthrough coach, bestselling author, and host of the podcast Growing Tall Poppies.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O'Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer and Editor: Andrew ChapmanExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: How Can Brain Science Elevate Coaching from Insight to Action? coming soon.
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    41 mins
  • Producer’s Pick: Burnout in the Age of Hustle (Ana Melikian)

    Producer’s Pick: Burnout in the Age of Hustle (Ana Melikian)
    Apr 24 2025

    We revisit this episode featuring guest Dr. Ana Melikian as she and Dr. Irena explore deliberate practice, culture, and self-awareness. They discuss practical strategies for managing energy, avoiding full burnout, and fostering a balanced productive life through mindfulness and strategic rest.

    In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.

    “Success doesn’t make us immune to burnout. We always have to be aware, keep in check, and keep taking care of ourselves from the basic needs to the more advanced needs.”— Ana Melikian

    Guest Bio:

    Dr. Ana Melikian is a speaker, top 1% podcaster, and the author of MINDSET ZONE: Actualize Your Human Potential, a #1 Amazon Best-Seller in Organizational Learning. Ana earned a Ph.D. and two masters in Psychology, laying a solid foundation for her work that integrates research data with practical applications. She is also a cancer survivor, embodying resilience and inspiring change through self-leadership. Dr. Melikian is at the forefront of navigating the human side of the AI disruption. Her work aims to harness the power of artificial intelligence to leverage our human potential, ensuring that technological advancements enhance — rather than diminish — our humanity and collective well-being. It’s all about impact without burnout.

    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O’Brien’s website: The Neuroscience School
    Ana’s Website: AnaMelikian.com
    Neuroscience of Coaching Ep 17: Embracing Downtime (Anke Herrmann)

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer: Andrew Chapman
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Episode transcript: Producer’s Pick: Burnout in the Age of Hustle (Ana Melikian) coming soon.
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    46 mins
  • Transform Clients and Yourself Through Storytelling (Lisa Bloom)

    Transform Clients and Yourself Through Storytelling (Lisa Bloom)
    Apr 10 2025

    Explore the transformative role of storytelling in coaching with insights from Lisa Bloom. Discover how stories drive engagement, unlock personal insights, and create lasting impacts. Learn to harness this powerful neuroscience-backed tool to achieve client transformation and business success.

    In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.

    “The best way to describe a transformation is through the story of a transformation.”— Lisa Bloom

    Guest Bio:

    Following a successful corporate career, Lisa Bloom became an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and coach. She built a global business — Story Coach — supporting corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and coaches in developing speaking mastery, leadership capability, and marketing impact. Lisa is the author of two books: Seven Stories That Sell and The Story Advantage.

    Lisa was also the Director of Mirasee’s ACES Business Acceleration Program, in which she helped entrepreneurs achieve outstanding results in the growth of their business. There’s nothing Lisa loves more than to spend time with her partner and their four sons, walk her dog, travel, read, and share stories.

    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience School
    The Story Coach
    Lisa Bloom’s books: The Story Advantage and Seven Stories That Sell

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer: Andrew Chapman
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Episode transcript: Transform Clients and Yourself Through Storytelling (Lisa Bloom) coming soon.
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    39 mins
  • Practical Mind-Body Tools for Coaches and Clients (Richard Chandler)

    Practical Mind-Body Tools for Coaches and Clients (Richard Chandler)
    Mar 27 2025
    Discover the profound mind-body connection with guest Richard Chandler. Practical techniques like breathwork and mindfulness reveal how physical actions can influence mental states. This episode offers transformative strategies for wellness professionals and coaches aiming to enhance client results.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“And in doing this work, you can also use the body as your ally.” — Richard ChandlerGuest Bio:Richard Chandler, MA, LPC, is a psychotherapist who specializes in counseling and therapy for business partners (like couples therapy for people in business together). His approach, rooted in holistic wellness and strength-based therapy, empowers clients to navigate challenging life situations, business obstacles, and relationship difficulties.Inspired by a holistic approach to wellness, Richard’s work helps clients increase their insight by more fully tuning into themselves and their business partners. With increased understanding and the tools learned in therapy, clients gain the skills to improve their communication and relationships with each other.His business experience in risk management consulting and leadership training also informs his work with CEOs through executive coaching. He also frequently helps individuals with career consulting to reinvent their work life.Outside his professional commitments, Richard finds joy in music as a composer and performer. He also practices and teaches yoga to maintain mindfulness, physical fitness, and stress management. He enjoys riding his bicycle in natural settings and relaxing with his life partner, Bonnett Chandler.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolRichard’s coaching website: StrategicLeadershipConsultants.comRichard’s personal website: RichardJChandler.comMoving the Mind, Thinking the BodyNeuroscience of the Mind-Body ConnectionHow the Mind-Body Connection WorksTechniques for Mind-Body ConnectionCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Practical Mind-Body Tools for Coaches and Clients (Richard Chandler) coming soon.
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    35 mins
  • Transforming Childhood Trauma into Personal Growth (Dr. Natalie Green)

    Transforming Childhood Trauma into Personal Growth (Dr. Natalie Green)
    Mar 13 2025
    Dr. Natalie Green discusses the profound impact of childhood trauma on brain development and emotional health. You’ll gain valuable tools to help clients move beyond their trauma, fostering post-traumatic growth and resilience. The discussion emphasizes holistic healing for lasting transformation.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“Most parents don’t set out to damage their children, but there’s this history, an intergenerational trauma. They’ve had their own trauma, and the generation before them had their own trauma. So it’s passed on from one generation to the other.” — Dr. Natalie GreenGuest Bio:Dr. Natalie Green is a trauma-breakthrough coach, bestselling author, and host of the podcast Growing Tall Poppies. She has a background in Clinical and Health Psychology and is passionate about transforming lives and revolutionizing the trauma landscape.With more than 30 years of working in trauma, and having transformed her own trauma, Dr. Nat is an industry trailblazer. She is the author of Key to Freedom: The 7-Step Model to Triumph Over Trauma and her latest book, Break Your Trauma Cycle: The 7 Archetypes of Transformation. She is also the Creator and Founder of the Accelerated Breakthrough Strategies (ABS) Method®, which accelerates trauma healing and facilitates transformation into post-traumatic growth.She was a nominee in the 2024 International Women in Podcasting Awards in the USA, received an Award at the Therapists Rising Industry Awards in 2023, and has been accepted into the AUSCEP program for 2025 for her revolutionary work in trauma using the ABS Method® and Archetypes of Transformation© work.When she isn’t writing, podcasting, or changing lives, Dr. Nat enjoys coffee by the beach and travelling. She lives in Australia, on the NSW Mid-North Coast with her husband and two kids.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolDr. Nat Green’s Facebook Page: Facebook.com/DrNatalieGreenDr. Nat’s Instagram Page: @drnatgreenDr. Nat’s podcast: Growing Tall PoppiesDr. Nat’s 7 Trauma Archetypes QuizmBraining: Using Your Multiple Brains to Do Cool Stuff (book by Grant Soosalu and Marvin Oka)The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma (book by Bessel van der Kolk)Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises by Dr. Dr. David BerceliTRE Australia (short video course)The Science of Change (book by Richard E. Boyatzis)Credits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Transforming Childhood Trauma into Personal Growth (Dr. Natalie Green) coming soon.
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    38 mins
  • Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau)

    Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau)
    Feb 27 2025
    Delve into the critical topic of sleep with guest Russ Riendeau, examining its underestimated impact on health and particular relevance to coaches. Using insights from science, you’ll learn strategies to improve sleep habits and the profound benefits for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“I’ll sleep when I’m dead. It’s a badge of honor.” — Russ RiendeauGuest Bio:Russ Riendeau, PhD, is a writer, author, music composer, TEDx presenter, Mayo Clinic-trained Wellness Coach, and visual artist who shares perspectives that guide others to discover their own hidden talents. He continues to explore boundaries in the creative arts and literary world, creating curious works of all kinds alongside his ongoing research in behavioral science and the creative process.A member of the American Psychological Association and Archaeological Institute of America, Dr. Riendeau is a behavioral scientist with a doctorate in psychology and frequent keynote speaker on psychology-related topics for business innovation. Since 1985, he has been an executive search professional and founder of New Frontier Search Company.In addition to his creative endeavors, Russ has long held a passion for motorcycles, running, aviation, and golf — the latter for which he is now a certified Titleist Performance Institute Expert Coach Level 1. Russ lives with his wife, Cheryl, in St. Charles, Illinois, in the United States.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O'Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O'Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolRuss’s website: New Frontier CoachingRuss’s white paper: America’s Wake-Up Call: The Hidden Cost of Poor SleepCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Improve Your Sleep, Improve Your Life and Business (Russ Riendeau) coming soon.
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    31 mins