Ep 26: The Thought That Changes Everything: A Series Finale on Aligned Living
About this episode
This episode discusses how emotional regulation and a calm nervous system influence decision-making and self-control.
In the series finale of Aligned Living with Dr. Autumn, we break down why making wise choices isn't just about discipline or willpower. It's about whether your mind and body feel regulated enough to support good decision-making. This episode explains how emotions provide important information, how a calm nervous system keeps the brain's decision-making center (the prefrontal cortex) functioning, and how chronic stress disrupts judgment and self-control. Drawing from neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and faith, Dr. Autumn shows how caring for your whole self helps you make consistent, aligned choices—without burnout or constant struggle. Intro and Outro Music Credit: Savage by Beat Mekanik, Free Music Archive, License type: CC BY Please visit: www.autumnswain.com [http://autumnswain.com/] Contact: autumn@thealignedleader.org IG: @drautumnswain FB: Autumn Alena Swain
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Autumn
Topics covered
- decision-making
- emotional intelligence
- nervous system regulation
- chronic stress
- self-care
- aligned choices
Keywords
- decision-making
- emotions
- nervous system
- chronic stress
- self-care
- aligned living
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Aligned Living, Free Music Archive
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- Ep 28: You Can't Compartmentalize Wholeness with Guest Joshua Symonette
- Ep 27: Refined Through the Stretch: Trusting God in Hard Seasons
- Ep 25: When Purpose Speaks: Reclaiming Voice and Wholeness
- Ep 24: The Body Remembers: Healing Trauma and Realigning with Your True Self
- Ep 23 The Courage to Rethink Faith
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