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The Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast - Neuroscience • Emotional Resilience • Trauma Recovery
The Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast - Neuroscience • Emotional Resilience • Trauma Recovery
The Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast explores the autonomic nervous system, interoception, homeostasis, and nervous system regulation, focusing on the neuroscience of stress, healing, and wellbeing. Hosted by Thomas Pals and Ruth Lorensson, each episode combines neuroscience, living systems thinking, and practical insight to explain how the brain and body work together for resilience and recovery. Through conversations on stress, trauma, emotional resilience, and whole-person health, the podcast unpacks the science behind Autonomic Homeostasis Activation™ and the brain's innate healing capacity. It offers evidence-informed discussions and practical tools for anyone interested in nervous system health, trauma recovery, or the mind-body connection.
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The Unconscious Mind: How Trauma Shapes Your Brain, Body & Nervous System
Send us Fan MailWhat’s happening beneath the surface of your conscious mind—and how might it be shaping your life without you realizing it?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the neuroscience of the unconscious mind, trauma, somatic healing, and nervous system regulation—and why true wellbeing may require us to look beneath the
Is Your Brain More Conscious Than You Think? The Neuroscience of the Mind & Brain
Send us Fan MailWhat does it really mean to be conscious—and what if we've misunderstood the relationship between the mind and the brain?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson go deeper into new neuroscience research showing that the brain continues to process language, learn, remember, and anticipate—even when the conscious mind is
Can Your Brain Think Without You? The Neuroscience of Consciousness & Problem Solving
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore groundbreaking neuroscience that challenges our understanding of consciousness. New research suggests the brain can continue processing language, learning, and anticipating what's next—even under general anesthesia.Together, they unpack what this means for brain health, i
Your Relationship with Your Brain: Neuroscience, Interoception & Why Your Brain Isn't the Problem
Send us Fan MailWhat if one of the most important relationships you'll ever have is the one you have with your own brain?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson challenge one of the biggest assumptions in neuroscience and mental wellbeing: that the brain is simply an organ that processes information. Instead, they explore what happens
The Sympathetic Nervous System: Fight or Flight, Hypervigilance & the Key to Real Change
Send us Fan MailDid you know that up to 80% of physical health complaints are linked to stress and anxiety? What if being stuck in fight-or-flight mode is the very thing preventing the changes you're trying to make?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA) Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the sympathetic nervous system, the neuroscience of stress, and why chron
Neuroscience, Trauma Recovery and Emotional Resilience | The Brain, Minds and Emotions
Send us Fan Mail100 episodes in — and we're marking it with one of the most important conversations we've had.What does the science of your nervous system have to do with healing from trauma — and why does autonomic homeostasis sit at the heart of lasting stress healing?In this special milestone episode, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson go deep into the neuroscience of emotional resilience an
Interoception Explained: How Your Brain and Body Work Together to Heal Stress
Send us Fan MailWhat is interoception—and why does it matter so much for stress, trauma, healing, and overall wellbeing?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals explore interoception, the brain’s sensory awareness of the body’s internal state. Together, they unpack how the brain and mind interpret feelings, emotions, pain, stress, and bodily sens
Autonomic Nervous System Explained: Why You Feel Stuck in Stress (and How to Reset)
Send us Fan MailWhat is the autonomic nervous system—and why does it matter so much for stress, anxiety, and overall wellbeing?In this episode, Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals break down the autonomic nervous system in a clear, practical way—exploring how the sympathetic (fight-or-flight) and parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) systems work together to support homeostasis.If you’ve ever felt stuck in st
Mind vs Brain: Is Your Brain the Source of Consciousness?
Send us Fan MailWhat if the brain isn’t just an organ—but the context for everything we experience?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals explore the mystery of the brain, moving beyond a purely scientific lens into something more expansive. Together, they challenge the common assumption that the mind and brain are the same—and instead suggest
Embodied Cognition Explained: Why the Brain Isn't Just in Your Head
Send us Fan MailWhat if the brain isn’t just in your head?In this episode, we take a 30,000-foot view of the brain and challenge one of the most common assumptions in modern neuroscience. Exploring the enteric nervous system—often called the “second brain”—we uncover why it may actually be the first, and what it means to understand the brain as a whole, integrated system throughout the body.From i
How the Brain Maintains Homeostasis: A New Understanding of Stress and Wellbeing
Send us Fan MailWhat is actually happening in the brain when we feel calm, overwhelmed, reactive, or grounded?In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson step back for a 30,000-foot view of the brain—a simple but powerful overview of the neuroscience behind how we process stress, trauma, and wellness.Rather than approaching the brain as something my
Vicarious Trauma & the Nervous System: How to Stay Grounded in a World on Fire
Send us Fan MailIn this timely and deeply practical episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom and Ruth explore what it means to live in a world saturated with distressing information — from global conflict to cultural upheaval to deeply personal stories of abuse and loss.We are not just observers anymore. Through constant news cycles and social media exposure, we are often parti
The Brain Has a Mind of Its Own (Part 2): From Survival Loops to Cognitive Homeostasis
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore how the brain thinks independently of the conscious mind—and how this capacity supports healing, clarity, and thriving.Building on their previous conversation, they examine the difference between mind-based problem solving and brain-based wisdom, introducing the concept of cognitive
When the Brain Solves What the Mind Can’t
Send us Fan MailWhat if the breakthrough you’re looking for isn’t found by thinking harder—but by listening differently?In this episode, Ruth Lorensson and Thomas Pals continue their exploration of the wisdom of the brain, introducing the concept of cognitive homeostasis—how the brain independently problem-solves and offers insight beyond the mind’s habitual loops.They unpack aha moments, involunt
The Brain Has a Mind of Its Own: The Oldest Way to Solve Problems
Send us Fan MailSeason 4 begins with a foundational conversation on the wisdom of the brain and how it shapes problem solving, emotional regulation, and personal growth. Ruth and Tom explore the crucial difference between the mind and the brain, and why stress, trauma, and learned patterns can distort our thinking.Introducing AHA Problem Solving, this episode shows how calming the nervous system a
Maslow’s Final Stage: Transcendence and the Future of Human Potential
Send us Fan MailIn this illuminating episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the rarely discussed—but profoundly important—final stage of Maslow’s thinking: transcendence.Most people know Maslow for the “hierarchy of needs” pyramid, but as Tom reveals, Maslow never created a pyramid at all. And he certainly never stopped at self-actualization. A
Self-Actualization: The Missing Link Between Personal Growth and Collective Wellbeing
Send us Fan MailIn this special birthday episode, Tom and Ruth explore what it really means to thrive as a whole human being. Building on their series about the fundamentals of wellness and Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, they dive into the top of the hierarchy—self-actualization—and why it’s never just about “me.”Together they unpack how homeostasis—that dynamic state of balance in body, mind, and s
Self-Esteem: How to See Yourself (and Others) More Clearly
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson continue their exploration of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs through the lens of wellness and trauma-informed wholeness. Focusing on esteem, they unpack what it truly means to “appraise” value—both in ourselves and in others—and how unmet needs and trauma can distort our perception of worth an
How the Brain Handles Change (And Why Transformation Feels Hard)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the profound connection between change, homeostasis, and wellness. They unpack why change isn’t something to resist but to embrace—because homeostasis itself is change, the constant dynamic adjustment that keeps us alive and well.Drawing on neuroscience, Tom explains how the b
Beyond Stress: How to Feel Safe, Connected, and Truly Belong
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson continue their Fundamentals of Wellness series with a deep dive into the third level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs: love and belonging. Together they explore the universal ache for connection, community, and healing felt across society today and ask an essential question: what kind of love
AHA Therapy: Changing the Conversation within the Body
Send us Fan MailIn this thought-provoking episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Ruth Lorensson and Thomas Pals welcome back Scott Turner, renowned physiologist and expert on homeostasis, cognition, and superorganisms, for a deep dive into the science and mystery behind Autonomic Homeostasis Activation (AHA).Together, they explore the fascinating intersection of interoception, ho
What Is Homeostasis? How Your Body Adapts, Regulates, and Stays in Balance
Send us Fan MailIn this thought-provoking conversation, Ruth Lorensson and Thomas Pals welcome back Scott Turner, author of Purpose and Desire, to explore the fascinating intersections of niche construction theory, homeostasis, and human wellness. Together, they unpack how living systems—down to the cellular level—act with agency, intentionally shaping and being shaped by their environments.From W
Purpose and Desire: What Drives Human Behavior? (with Scott Turner)
Send us Fan MailInteroception, homeostasis, and the autonomic nervous system are at the heart of this conversation on trauma healing and body-based wellness—drawing inspiration from Scott Turner’s groundbreaking book, Purpose and Desire.In this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, hosts Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals explore the shift from traditional mechanistic models of the hum
Why You Don’t Feel Safe (Even When You Are): Nervous System Explained
Send us Fan MailInteroception, homeostasis, and the autonomic nervous system come together in this powerful episode to help you understand why you may not feel safe—even when there's no actual danger. Hosts Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals unpack how trauma, chronic stress, and learned woundings can keep your internal nervous system misaligned—and what science shows us about re-creating safety fro
Brain-fulness: Achieving Optimal Homeostasis in Body, Mind, and Spirit | Nervous System Regulation
Send us Fan MailInteroception, homeostasis, and the autonomic nervous system unite in this episode to explore the concept of Brain-fulness—a mindful, embodied practice for restoring balance, healing from stress, and cultivating whole-person wellness. Hosts Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals dive deep into practical applications of neuroscience to foster self-regulation, emotional resilience, and mind‑bod
What Actually Supports Your Health? The 5 Drivers of Wellness Explained
Send us Fan MailInteroception, homeostasis, and the autonomic nervous system frame this insightful exploration of the Five P’s of Wellness—an intuitive framework to determine what truly supports or hinders your well-being. Hosts Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals map practical applications of the Five P’s (Purpose, Presence, Practice, Processing, and Play) into the neuroscience of somatic healing, trauma
Fight-or-Flight vs Rest-and-Digest: How Your Nervous System Affects Health
Send us Fan MailPersonal wellness does not happen in isolation. In this Fundamentals of Wellness episode, Tom and Ruth examine how health is shaped by both individual habits and our shared environment.Using the recent Fort Collins mall incident as a case study, they address:Vicarious trauma – why events you only hear about can still activate your stress response.Me-We homeostasis – the science of
What Pain Is Really Telling You: Your Body’s Hidden Healing Signal
Send us Fan MailIn this eye‑opening installment of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson peel back the layers of a sense most of us never knew we had—interoception, the brain’s moment‑to‑moment read‑out of everything happening inside the body. Moving beyond Aristotle’s famous “five senses,” Tom explains why modern neuroscience recognizes at least 21 human senses
Why You Shouldn’t Fight Symptoms: How Your Body Heals Itself Naturally
Send us Fan MailIn this enlightening episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson dive deep into the fascinating world of bodily healing and homeostasis. Challenging conventional wisdom about wellness, they explore the counterintuitive concept of "not scratching the itch" - both literally and metaphorically.Discover why those uncomfortable sensatio
The Truth About Homeostasis: Why Balance is a Myth
Send us Fan MailIs achieving balance really the key to wellness? Or have we misunderstood homeostasis all along? In this eye-opening episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson dive deep into the science of homeostasis and uncover why true wellness isn’t about achieving perfect equilibrium—it’s about thriving in dynamic disequilibrium.They break down
Where Wellness Really Comes From: Accessing Your Body’s Inner Healing
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Homeostasis Activation Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the true essence of wellness—what it means, where it comes from, and how to cultivate it in daily life. They dive into the origins of the word well, linking it to ancient water sources and the fundamental human need for nourishment, both physically and emotionally.Through rich
Can Your Brain Heal Your Body? Rethinking Wellness vs Illness
Send us Fan MailJoin Tom Pals and co-host Ruth Lorensson as they explore the often-overlooked ways our brains naturally work to restore balance—body, mind, and spirit. Learn why discomforts like itching, pain, and even unexpected emotional responses aren’t always signs of illness, but can be signals of a deeper healing process. Discover practical insights into how our brains orchestrate homeostasi
What Is Brain-Based Healing? The Foundations of AHA Explained
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the AHA Podcast, Ruth Lorensson and Thomas Pals introduce the groundbreaking concept of brain-informed wellness as part of their new series, The Fundamentals of Wellness. As the new year begins, many of us look to reset and embrace healthier habits, but what if the key to wellness isn’t about adding more to your plate, but about tapping into the innate wisdom of
What Is True Wellness? The Foundation of Health and Thriving
Send us Fan MailReady to dive into wellness? 🌱 Join hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson as they kick off an exciting new season, The Fundamentals of Wellness, a fresh exploration of what it means to thrive in body, mind, and spirit.In this debut episode, Tom shares his transformative journey from trauma survivor to psychotherapist, and now certified wellness coach. He reveals how he integrates cutti
Christmas Special 2024 - Light, Love & Life
Send us Fan Mail🎄 AHA Podcast Christmas Special: Light, Love, and Life 🎄As the Christmas season unfolds, Ruth and Tom delve into the heart and soul of what makes this time of year truly special. From cherished traditions and the joy of Christmas lights to the deeper meaning of connection, they explore what truly lights up this time of year.Hear heartwarming stories—from Tom's magical visit to
How to Feel More Energy and Motivation (Zest)
Send us Fan MailIn this momentous finale of the "ABCs of Thriving" series, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the vibrant power of zest—both as a metaphor and a mindset. Unpacking its roots in citrus and its neurobiological impact, they discuss how zest can refresh, balance, and enhance life, even in challenging seasons. From small choices like savoring a quiet moment to big adventures
Yield
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the profound concept of yielding as an essential element of thriving. They delve into the multiple facets of yielding—from the idea of giving way to receive something of value, to the interconnectedness of human relationships and community. Through insightful stories about navigating traffic
Xenophilia
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the transformative concept of xenophilia—"the love of strangers"—and how embracing this mindset fosters resilience and connection in a world where change and movement are constant. Together, they unpack the contrasts between xenophobia and xenophilia, illuminating how a hospitality
Wisdom
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson continue their journey through the ABCs of Thriving, focusing on the letter "W" for Wisdom. They delve into how wisdom is essential for thriving in life, influencing everything from our health to our decision-making. Tom and Ruth explore the neurobiology behind wisdom, discussing the role
Verity
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the concept of Verity—a transcendent form of truth that goes beyond mere facts. As part of their ongoing series on the ABCs of Thriving, they unpack how embracing Verity can help individuals align their minds, bodies, and spirits to truly thrive. Tom and Ruth discuss the distinction between
Understanding
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals explore the profound power of "understanding"—both intrapersonal and interpersonal—in fostering a thriving life. As part of their ongoing ABCs of Thriving series, they break down the letter "U," focusing on how understanding impacts personal growth, relationships, and empathy.Tom
Time for Thriving
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, Tom and Ruth discuss the common habit of letting past traumas and experiences dictate our present and future, often keeping us stuck in survival mode. They offer practical insights on how to shift from this mindset to one that embraces the present moment and uses it as a foundation for thriving. Join them as they unpack the signific
Sustain Psyche
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of "The ABCs of Thriving," Tom and Ruth dive deep into the letter S, exploring the ancient Greek concept of "Psyche". Psyche goes beyond just the mind—it's the essence of being, encompassing body, mind, and spirit. Tom and Ruth discuss the importance of sustaining Psyche for true thriving, emphasizing the balance between support and relief.
How to Build Resilience (Without Burning Out)
Send us Fan MailSupport the showThanks for listening!You can follow us onFacebook Instagram Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Check out the Autonomic Healing Website & InnerWorkings WebsiteEmail Tom thomasjpals@innerworkings.orgEmail Ruth ruth@bridgeandrhino.comSupport usWe appreciate you!
Quiescently Questing
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the profound connection between calm and questing as they dive into the letter "Q" in their ABCs of Thriving series. They examine the concept of quiescence—a state of calm and rest—and how it can be a foundation for embarking on life's quests. Discover the importance of a cent
Poised for Possiblities
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Ruth Lorensson and Tom Pals delve into the concept of being "poised for possibilities" during stressful situations. They discuss holistic approaches to managing stress and trauma that foster empowerment and growth. Ruth opens up about a personal experience of feeling overwhelmed, yet discovering new opportunities thr
How to Embrace Change Without Losing Stability
Send us Fan MailWhat if embracing change could transform your life from mere survival to thriving? Join us in this episode as we uncover the transformative power of being open to change.We begin by exploring the profound implications of the word "open" and how it contrasts with the rigidity of being "closed." Openness invites curiosity, receptivity, and a willingness to questio
Nominal Functioning
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Autonomic Healing Podcast with Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson! In this captivating episode from our series "The ABCs of Thriving," we dive into the concept of "nominal functioning." What does it mean to keep things nominal, and how can this lead to thriving rather than just surviving?Tom shares his childhood fascination with space exploration and how
The Many Little Lives Within You: How Your Body Maintains Health and Homeostasis
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth delve into the concept of "Many Little Lives" and its profound implications for individual and collective thriving. They explore the origins of this idea, dating back to Theodore de Bordeaux in the mid-1700s, who used the metaphor of many little lives to describe homeostasis in organisms.Drawing parallels from nature, Tom and Ruth discuss how
Love to Give Life
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Tom and Ruth delve into the profound topic of love, exploring its role in both surviving and thriving. They dissect the concept of love as a strong attraction and attachment, examining how it can either contribute to thriving or become co-opted into survival mode.Throughout the discussion, Tom and Ruth emphasize the importance of aligning love with giving life. Th
Kindness is Transformational
Send us Fan MailJoin hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson on the Autonomic Healing Podcast as they explore the profound impact of kindness in managing stress and trauma. In this episode, Tom and Ruth delve into how acts of kindness alleviate burdens, foster connections, and trigger shifts from stress to well-being. Through personal anecdotes and psychological insights, they highlight kindness as a si
How to Find Joy (Even When Life Is Hard)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson explore the concept of joy beyond mere happiness, delving into its connection to well-being, gifting, and grace. Drawing from personal and professional experiences, they discuss how joy can be found amidst suffering and challenge listeners to seek joy in the gifts they give and receive. Emphasizing
How to Build Deeper Relationships and Emotional Connection
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth delve into the importance of inviting intimacy as they explore the ABCs of thriving. They discuss how trust, autonomy, initiative, industry, identity, and empowerment form the foundational layers leading to healthy intimacy. Drawing insights from developmental psychologist Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, they highlight the signi
Hope is Thriving
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth delve deep into the concept of hope and its transformative power in managing stress and trauma. They explore the difference between wishful thinking and genuine hope, emphasizing how hope is not just a passive desire for things to be different but an active, rational anticipation of positive outcomes.Drawing on scientific research and personal insights
Give Generously
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth navigate through the nuances of generosity, emphasizing its connection to kindness, compassion, and thriving mentality. Drawing from philosophical insights and personal anecdotes, they unravel the hidden beauty inherent in acts of generosity, highlighting its cryptic nature that transcends mere selflessness. They delve into the significance of integrit
Forgive Fearlessly
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson dive into the topic of forgiveness, specifically exploring the concept of "forgive fearlessly." The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding forgiveness as giving, rooted in the ancient Greek term "charismi," which means to give something. They shed light on the physiologi
Energize Empathy
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Autonomic Healing Podcast with Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson. In this episode, Tom and Ruth dive into the ABCs of thriving, focusing on the letter E—Energize Empathy. They explore the crucial difference between sympathy and empathy, emphasizing the importance of understanding emotions and maintaining healthy boundaries.Tom introduces the concept of "with" and
Christmas Carols - Our Shared Heritage
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Autonomic Healing Podcast Christmas Edition !In this episode Ruth and Tom take you on a trip back in time, with a flight of Christmas Carols, exploring their history and meaning.Listen in, to hear Ruth and Tom's share stories from their heritage, some singing, and merry conversation. We hope you enjoy this festive episode! Support the showThanks for listening!Yo
Defer to Loving
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson delve into the powerful concept of "deferring to loving." They reflect on their previous discussions about accepting adversity, believing in beneficence, and creating contentment, setting the stage for the current topic of deferring to loving. They highlight the distinction between "l
How to Feel Content (Without Needing More to Be Happy)
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Autonomic Healing Podcast with your hosts, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson. Tom and Ruth talk about creating contentment in their ABCs of thriving. They delve into the deeper layers of contentment, challenging conventional definitions and emphasizing the importance of understanding it within the context of community and connection.Tom challenges the traditional definitio
Why Believing in Goodness Changes How You Experience Life
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the "Autonomic Healing Podcast," hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson delve into the concept of believing in beneficence in the face of adversity. They discuss how adversity can challenge the innate benevolence within us and how choosing to act in ways that are beneficial can fundamentally alter our experience of adversity.Tom and Ruth emphasize that it&ap
How to Handle Adversity Without Losing Yourself
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth dive deep into the concept of thriving in the face of adversity. They explore the idea that accepting adversity is the first step towards achieving personal growth and empowerment. By accepting what is in front of us, we can shift from a fight-or-flight response to a state of homeostasis, where we can find the capacity to thrive.Tom and Ruth discuss th
Lessons from the Hummingbird
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth explore the transition from surviving to thriving and how activating the autonomic healing response can help manage stress and trauma, promoting healing in the mind, body, and spirit. The discussion centers around the symbolism of the hummingbird, which is known as a messenger and guardian of time. The hummingbird's ability to fly backward serves
The Mobius of Motivation: Building Momentum in Rational Intimacy
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we delve into the final stage of rational intimacy, Stage Eight: Motivation. Join us as we explore the profound connection between motivation and our innate human needs, as outlined by Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Discover how motivation isn't just a driving force but also an informed choice that can lead us towards authentic healing in mind, body
From Compliments to Confidence: Unpacking Commendation in Rational Intimacy
Send us Fan MailWelcome to the Autonomic Healing Podcast with your hosts, Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson. In this episode, Tom and Ruth delve into the intricacies of stage seven in the journey of Rational Intimacy: Commendation and Praise. They explore the challenges people often face when it comes to receiving compliments and delve into the underlying factors that may cause discomfort or resistance
Win/Win: The Rational Intimacy Paradigm
Send us Fan MailWelcome to another episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast with your hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson. In this enlightening conversation, Tom and Ruth delve into the heart of rational intimacy, exploring its essence, challenges, and the transformative power it holds. They explore the challenges that hinder the path to rational intimacy, including ignorance, denial of truth, fear
From Fantasy to Fulfillment: The Path of Envisioning in Rational Intimacy
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, hosts Tom Pals and Ruth Lorensson delve into the concept of envisioning as a key stage of rational intimacy. Building on their previous discussions about various stages of rational intimacy, Tom and Ruth explore the crucial distinction between fantasy and envisioning.Tom defines the difference between fantasy and envisioning, highlighting how fantasizing can be det
Rethinking Devotion
Send us Fan MailSupport the showThanks for listening!You can follow us onFacebook Instagram Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts Check out the Autonomic Healing Website & InnerWorkings WebsiteEmail Tom thomasjpals@innerworkings.orgEmail Ruth ruth@bridgeandrhino.comSupport usWe appreciate you!
Being in Relationship Without Losing Your Mind
Send us Fan MailDuring this episode, Tom and Ruth discuss the stages of Rational Intimacy - particularly the stage when connectedness to others and ourselves thrives. The basis of this is cultivating a consenting relationship. Listen to them as they explore what a consensual relationship requires and what it does not require to be successful. Support the showThanks for listening!You can follow us
Being Human - Many Little Lives or Dysfunctional Mechanism
Send us Fan MailListen to this episode as Tom and Ruth discuss the key takeaways from Scott Turner's Conversation on Homeostasis and share with you their thoughts and observations. In particular, they discuss the differences between mechanisms and organisms, and how a healthy environment is the result of many little lives working together. Support the showThanks for listening!You can follow u
Let's Talk Homeostasis - with Guest Scott Turner (Part Two)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, our guest Scott Turner shares his insights on homeostasis. J Scott Turner is a distinguished scientist and author known for his groundbreaking work in the field of biology. With a passion for understanding the intricate relationship between organisms and their environment, Turner has made significant contributions to the study of animal physiology, behavior, and e
Let's Talk Homeostasis - with Guest Scott Turner (Part One)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, our guest Scott Turner shares his insights on homeostasis. J Scott Turner is a distinguished scientist and author known for his groundbreaking work in the field of biology. With a passion for understanding the intricate relationship between organisms and their environment, Turner has made significant contributions to the study of animal physiology, behavior, and e
Living in Grace
Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Autonomic Healing Podcast, hosts Ruth and Tom explore the concept of grace. They discuss how grace is not only a place of poise, but also a place of gifting. So many people who want to contribute to the world with their gifts are limited because of their perceptions, especially when they encounter the tsunami of stress. Through their conversation, Ruth and To
Contentment
Send us Fan MailJoin hosts Ruth and Tom on this episode of The Autonomic Healing Podcast. They delve into the topic of contentmentand its crucial role in rational intimacy. In spite of the fact that many of us desire contentment, in our never-ending to-do lists it is often pushed to the side. Ruth and Tom discuss why this is the case and offer practical tips on cultivating a content mindset. They
Rational Intimacy - This Beautiful Offering
Send us Fan MailIn this podcast episode, hosts Ruth and Tom delve into the concept of Rational Intimacy and how it can be seen as life's beautiful offering. Ruth shares a poem she wrote about the revelation she had regarding this idea and how it has impacted her life.They explore the biblical reference to Rational Intimacy in Ephesians 2:10 where Paul writes that we are God's workmanship
The Secure and Insecure Pathways of the Brain
Send us Fan MailIn this episode Ruth & Tom explore the neuroscience behind the secure and insecure pathways of the brain. When we feel safe and secure, the brain's secure pathway is activated, and the parasympathetic nervous system takes over. This system helps us relax, slow down our heart rate, and decrease blood pressure, allowing our body to rest and recover. When we feel calm and rel
The Dynamics of Perceptions
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth discuss the dynamics behind our perceptions of ourselves, others, and situations.Listen to them explain why seemingly rational perceptions exist, why they follow a distinct pattern, and how they can be transformed into rational perceptions through the activation of homeostasis. Support the showThanks for listening!You can follow us onFacebook Instagram
The Very Real Risks of Seemingly Rational Perceptions
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Tom and Ruth discuss perceptions, the role they play in our lives, and the importance of understanding them. The risks of our seemingly rational perceptions are real - unchecked they keep us in the detrimental patterns of the tsunami of stress.Learn why perceptions seem rational, how AI is a reflection of this, and why discovering our actual rational perceptions is
How Community can be Safe
Send us Fan MailCommunity is a word that's tossed around lightly these days. But how do we create our own sense of community in a world that feels less and less safe? The epidemic of loneliness continues even though we are more connected than ever. There is a real ache in people's hearts for a sense of belonging to a genuine community. But how do people approach community when the risk o
The Seeds of Change
Send us Fan MailThere can be a lot of stress associated with change. Generally, it involves the loss of something, someone, or a situation from the past that is no longer present. As a result of it, we are moved towards new realities and led towards the possibilities of what might be. The way in which we respond to change in a healthy way is crucial because either we are able to take advantage of
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