Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication and the Brain: Conversations that Transform Cultures

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I sit down with Aaronde Creighton, founder of 4th & Hawthorne, for a conversation about authenticity, belonging, and the difference between being celebrated and merely tolerated.

Together, we explore how childhood experiences, workplace expectations, and societal pressures shape the way we show up in the world, and why leading from your au...

In this solo episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I explore how hope, resilience, and emotional regulation spread through the people around us. Together, we look at the neuroscience behind mirror neurons, limbic resonance, and co-regulation, and why the way we manage our own emotions can influence our families, teams, and communities. I also share practical ways to cultivate hope, build psychological sa...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I sit down with Keston Glasgow, founder and CEO of Mind Insurance Technologies, for a conversation about protecting your mind, building emotional resilience, and creating daily habits that support lasting personal growth.

Together, we explore the importance of having a clear vision, understanding the true cost of meaningful goals, and developi...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I talk about what happens when we suppress positive emotions and why allowing joy, pride, and excitement in is just as important as learning to regulate the difficult ones. I share a very personal story about receiving exciting news about my TEDx talk being chosen as an editor's pick by TEDx, and catching myself micro-suppressing the very joy I deserved to feel.

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In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I sit down with Jenn Maer, Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Knitted, for a conversation about friendship, belonging, and meaningful human connection. 

Together, we explore why relationships are essential for well-being, how loneliness affects our lives and workplaces, and what it takes to build authentic connections as adults. 

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In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I sit down with Meghan O’Malley, coach, speaker, and TEDx presenter, for a conversation about human connection, nervous system safety, and authentic communication.

Together, we explore how unconscious patterns influence our relationships, why feeling seen and supported matters, and how greater self-awareness can strengthen the way we lead and connect with o...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I sit down with Jarrett Thomas, entrepreneur, podcast host, and father, for a conversation about co-parenting, emotional intelligence, and raising children after relationships change.

Together, we explore the importance of honest communication, self-awareness, and putting children first while building healthy co-parenting and blended family relationships. Jarrett...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I talk about the connection between grief and growth and why both are often messy, nonlinear experiences. I share personal stories about loss, healing, and single motherhood while exploring how grief can resurface in different seasons of life and how growth often happens beneath the surface. Tune in for a conversation on emotional healing, self-awareness, and lear...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, Dr. Maiysha sits down with Madison Butler for a conversation about burnout, career transitions, and the emotional attachment so many people develop with work. Together, they explore how workplace culture, overperformance, and tying identity to productivity can quietly impact mental, emotional, and physical health.

Madison also shares her personal journey of ...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I reflect on the power of giving grace, emotional awareness, and keeping conversations open during moments of tension and disagreement. Inspired by a recent trip to Japan with a close friend, I share how accountability, self-reflection, and courageous conversation helped us navigate conflict while deepening trust and connection.

Tune in for a conversation on emot...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I sit down with Desha Dickson, Vice President of Community Wellness at Tower Health, for a conversation on emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and leadership in healthcare. We explore how community wellness goes beyond hospital walls and why understanding people’s lived experiences shapes better care and stronger systems. We also discu...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I talk about emotions and what is really behind the way we make decisions, respond, and communicate with others. I explain how our conditioning from childhood to the workplace shapes how we see and express emotions, and why they are often misunderstood.  

Tune in for a conversation about seeing emotions as information, learning how to name what you feel,...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, we sit down with Ashley Berger, founder of Sweet Pea Lifestyle, to explore how intentional community and everyday connection shape our experience of loneliness and belonging.

We talk about the power of simple gatherings, creating spaces where people feel safe to show up as they are, and how communication rooted in care builds stronger trust in relationships. ...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I talk about emotional maturity and what is really behind the way we respond, react, and communicate.

I walk through the three phases of emotional bondage, emotional entitlement, and emotional liberation, and how each one shows up in our relationships, leadership, and everyday interactions.

Tune in for a conversation about reconnecting with your emotional intell...

In this episode of Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication, and the Brain, I talk with Jarrod Jones about emotional intelligence and the beliefs men are taught about emotions. We challenge the idea that emotions are a weakness or don’t belong in the workplace, and unpack how these patterns are learned and passed down.

We also talk about why many struggle to express emotions, how unprocessed feelings show up in communication, and wh...

Thank you for staying with me in every episode, newsflash: we rebranded to Beliefs, Behaviors, Communication and the Brain!

In this special episode celebrating my upcoming birthday, I talk about growth, changing values, and the role of community in that process. I share reflections from my recent TEDx talk and what it taught me about support, connection, and allowing others to show up for you. 

I walk through my journey from b...

In this episode, we explore the reality of relationship fatigue and what happens when you are always the one going first. We discuss why some relationships feel draining and unreciprocated, how patterns of over-giving can lead to resentment and exhaustion, and how your body often recognizes these imbalances before you can name them.  

Tune in as we discuss the importance of expressing your needs, creating space for others...

In this episode of Behind Beliefs, Behaviors and the Brain, I unpack the critical distinction between discomfort and danger, and how the brain can blur the line between the two. I explore how past experiences and internal narratives shape our survival responses, often causing everyday interactions like conflict, feedback, or boundary-setting to register as threats.

Tune in for a thoughtful conversation on recognizin...

In this episode of Behind Beliefs, Behaviors, and the Brain, I talk about how our bodies communicate with us during times of stress and emotional overload. I explore how survival responses such as fight, flight, freeze, people-pleasing, and fatigue can show up in our daily lives and why learning to recognize these signals matters.

Tune in for a conversation about listening to your body, adjusting your habits, and creatin...