Can overthinking be traced back to your gut health? Join us as we explore this surprising connection with Laura Wood, a trauma therapist, and Michaela Beaver, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. In this episode of "Why Am I Like This?", we uncover how everything from your childhood experiences to the state of your gut can influence your tendency to overthink. Learn about the critical role of gut bacteria in maintaining mental health and the profound impact of a balanced diet, filled with plant-based foods and kombucha, in reducing repetitive negative thought loops.We also delve into the fascinating world of neurofeedback, explaining how balancing logic and emotion can help regulate emotional responses and improve reasoning skills. Understand the intricacies of trauma-induced hypervigilance and rumination and discover how neurofeedback can help mitigate these reactions by training different areas of the brain. For parents, Mishayla and Laura offer practical strategies on fostering autonomy in children, providing just the right amount of guidance to help them grow without being overwhelmed.Addressing the ever-present challenge of boredom and its societal implications, especially for teenagers, we discuss how our pursuit of constant dopamine spikes affects mental health. Learn effective strategies to manage overthinking, calm the nervous system, and the importance of social connections in alleviating stress. We wrap up with actionable mindfulness techniques and grounding exercises to help you stay present. Don't miss out on our food challenge excitement, where we share our gratitude for the conversation and look forward to your continued support.Laura's Free Course on Emotional Development and Regulation: https://benavieri.com/neuroception-sign-up/This show is sponsored by: Core Self www.coreself.org Benavieri Counseling & Coachingwww.benavieri.comActive Healing Psychiatric Serviceswww.activehealingpsych.com

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