Ep 63: Why Your Brain Associates Rest With Danger—And How to Change It

21/03/2025 11 min
Ep 63: Why Your Brain Associates Rest With Danger—And How to Change It

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Episode Synopsis


In this episode of the Bite-Sized Brilliance Podcast, host Dr. April Darley dives into the concept of 'stress laxing,' a paradoxical behavior of feeling anxious when trying to relax. She explains how learned behaviors and subconscious beliefs can make relaxation feel like a threat.
Dr. Darley introduces her Bespoke Brain System, which examines how individuals think, act, and feel on three different levels, to help unwind these ingrained patterns.
She emphasizes the importance of discovering and transforming underlying beliefs to achieve a state of true relaxation and offers complimentary consultations to guide listeners through the process.
Tune in to learn how to simplify, stabilize, and strategize for a more relaxed and balanced life.
If you'd like to schedule a complimentary phone consultation mentioned in the episode, click here: www.aprildarley.com/scheduling-1
00:00 Introduction and Host Welcome
00:15 Understanding Stress Laxing
01:09 The Three Brain System
02:24 The Subconscious and Relaxation
04:16 Overcoming Insomnia and Unwinding Patterns
06:13 Simplify, Stabilize, Strategize
06:40 The Hardwired Struggle for Creativity
09:57 Invitation for Consultation
10:37 Closing Remarks and Call to Action