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That “lump in your throat” might be a symptom of something more chronic.In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna sits down with her own doctor, Dr. Jonathan Aviv—ENT physician, Columbia professor, clinical professor at Mount Sinai, and author of The Acid Watcher Diet.We talk about silent reflux, acid influx, and a stomach enzyme called pepsin that may sit in the throat, mouth, nose, and sinuses—and then get reactivated by acidic foods and drinks.This matters because reflux does not always feel like heartburn and chronic reflux can lead to problems benign and pre-cancerous.Sometimes it feels like:✔️ chronic cough✔️ hoarseness✔️ constant throat clearing✔️ post-nasal drip✔️ a lump in your throat✔️ waking up at night feeling like you can’t breatheDr. Aviv also explains why some “healthy” flavored drinks, sparkling waters, sports drinks, vinegar, citrus, tomato sauce, and wine can be triggers for some people—and why the solution does not have to be a miserable, restrictive diet.This is where tracking matters.Changing your diet is not just willpower. It’s pattern recognition. The RELAX TO SOAR™ planner helps you track food, sleep, stress, exercise, routines, and how your body feels—so you can start seeing what actually helps you feel better.Small changes. Real patterns. Less guessing.Explore the planner here: limited time special offerhttps://www.mindbodyspace.com/storeThis is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor for individual care.#mindbodyspace #drjuna #braintalk #brainbun #parenting

Why does your brain feel tired, but still refuse to shut off at night?In this episode, Dr. Juna Bobby MD, Harvard trained educator, breaks down the benefits of sleep including how the brain clears waste during deep sleep, affects on mood, memory, and long-term brain health. You’ll learn why sleep is not passive rest, but an active brain state that helps with cleanup, repair, memory, and emotional regulation. Dr. Juna walks you through the science of the glymphatic system and practical ways to help you stop blaming yourself and start understanding what your brain is doing.This episode is especially for:parents dealing with bedtime battlesadults whose minds race at nighthigh achievers who push through exhaustionanyone who wants better sleep, better focus, and more resilienceYou’ll also hear the child-friendly Brain Bun version of the same idea, so you can explain sleep to a child using memorable, gentle language like think-dust, day mode, night mode, and the Sleep Cave.In this episode:what your brain is doing during sleepwhy poor sleep affects mood, memory, and cognitionhow the glymphatic system helps clear metabolic wastewhy sleep matters for long-term brain healthwhat meditation may do for brain states during the dayhow to build your Sleep Cave routinehow to explain sleep to a child using Brain Talk™️ and Brain BunThis is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor for individual care.Explore the Sleep Cave here: Dr. Juna shows you how to use Brain Talk™️ and the Sleep Cave to help adults and kids wind down more skillfully.https://www.mindbodyspace.com/sleeptipsIf this episode helps you, please share it with a parent, student, caregiver, or stressed-out adult who could use a little more Brain Talk™️ around sleep.

Did you know that laughing triggers feel-good chemicals and has real health benefits? 😄In this episode of MindBody Space, Dr. Juna breaks down the real, peer-reviewed science behind why humor and laughter are essential for your health, your relationships, and your resilience — and gives you 5 practical ways to get more of it in your life today.This is the follow-up to our conversation with comedian Alyce Chan (@momcomnyc) — if you haven't listened to that one yet, go back and start there!⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 — Why laughter is this episode's topic01:05 — What happens to your body when you laugh (the physiology)02:20 — Laughter and your immune system03:30 — Why laughter is social glue — and why that matters for your health04:55 — Humor as a resilience tool (even Viktor Frankl used it)06:10 — 5 ways to get more laughter in your life08:30 — The 4 humor styles (and which ones to avoid)09:15 — Takeaways + close📌 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN✔ The cortisol-busting, immunity-boosting effects of genuine laughter✔ Why live comedy hits different than watching alone✔ How to build a "laughter culture" in your home for your kids✔ The difference between healthy humor and the kind that actually hurts you✔ Why your funniest friend is one of your most important health assets📲 FOLLOW USInstagram: @mindbodyspaceofficialKids content: @brainbunofficialResilience courses + kids programs: www.mindbodyspace.com🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss an episode of MindBody Space — where building resilience is the goal, and small habits make a big difference.#MindBodySpace #DrJuna #LaughterIsTheBestMedicine #ResiliencePodcast #LifestyleMedicine #HumorAndHealth #WellnessPodcast #MentalHealthTips #StressRelief #HealthyHabits #MomWellness #Resilience

Avoid environmental toxins with smarter, practical knowledge to protect your family.🎧 Listen for age-specific tips for grade-schoolers, middle-schoolers, and teens.In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna Bobby speaks with Dr. Aly Cohen, board-certified rheumatologist, integrative medicine specialist, and author of Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to Defend Against Them.This conversation breaks down environmental health in a way that’s practical, science-based, and not fear-driven.We cover:How everyday toxins affect the brain, immune system, and hormonesWhy children are more vulnerable to environmental exposuresThe 4 A’s of Detoxify: Assess, Avoid/Swap, Add, AllowAir quality, water filtration, gas stoves, EMFs, and personal care productsHow to talk to kids about toxins without scaring themThis episode is about prevention, nervous-system protection, and realistic change—not extreme detoxes or product marketing.#environmentaltoxins#children #environmentalhealth#detoxify #alycohen#lifestylemedicine #parenting#preventative #brainhealth#toxins #immunesystem#airquality #home #health#EMF

It's simple to calm your nervous system in minutes using a meditation technique taught by Dr. Juna. In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna, a double board-certified radiologist and lifestyle medicine physician, guides you through a relaxation response method inspired by Dr. Herbert Benson's work at Harvard Medical School on meditation and blood pressure. You'll learn how to interrupt everyday thoughts, reduce stress, and activate your parasympathetic nervous system, resulting in a lower heart rate and relaxed muscle tension and a whole host of other benefits. For more resources, visit mindbodyspace.com00:00 Introduction to Relaxation Response00:33 Understanding Stress and Relaxation Response01:41 Guided Relaxation Exercise09:17 Concluding Thoughts and Resources

Mental Training for Peak Performance with Belief, Recovery & Resilience with Coach Sean Brosnan, Newbury High School Coach Cross Country TrackHow do you motivate kids to reach for their highest potential?In this powerful episode, Dr. Juna interviews elite running coach Sean Brosnan, who led a public high school team from obscurity to national record-breaking success—with his student-athletes winning D1 scholarships and one of his runners, Nico Young reaching the Paris Olympics.The secret wasn't just talent or grind. It was a belief mindset and a full mind-body-space approach to success.🧠 Learn how Sean applied belief, recovery, motivation, and habits he learned from top performance coaches to high school athletes!Tips for raising resilient kids who excel in sports, music, academics✨ Stick around to the end for Sean’s #1 strategy to immediately shift your child’s mindset and performance.—🧠 Free tools: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcast🎒 Courses: https://mindbodyspace.com/🎧 Subscribe & follow https://www.youtube.com/@MINDBODYSPACESean Brosnan Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/realseanbrosnan/?hl=enBuy Sean's Book!https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Beyond-Fast/Sean-Brosnan/9781668204382

Journaling literally reshapes your brain! 🧠 Listen now and start your own 5-minute brain ritual. It’s not about perfection—it’s about action.💡 Perfect for high-achieving families who want to raise emotionally intelligent with higher executive functioning that is so important for successIn this powerful, science-backed conversation, Dr. Juna (Harvard-trained educator, physician, Juilliard resilience educator, and mom) sits down with author Bianca Turetsky to explore how journaling helps both kids and parents build emotional strength, calm, and clarity.👇 What You’ll Learn:✅ Why journaling strengthens focus, emotional regulation, and resilience✅ Neuroscience behind metacognition + how kids can build it✅ How to make journaling fun for kids—not another “assignment”✅ Prompts + rituals to calm your brain in just 5 minutes a day✅ How moms can use journaling to model emotional intelligenceWhether you or your child is dealing with school stress, performance pressure, or big feelings—or you’re just trying to stay sane as a parent—this episode is packed with accessible tools and brain-based insights to help you both thrive.📺 Watch more episodes:https://www.youtube.com/@MINDBODYSPACE🧠 Explore resilience courses:https://www.mindbodyspace.com📸 Follow on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mindbodyspacepodcast/👩‍💻 Connect on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindbodyspace-llc/📓 More from Bianca Turetsky:https://www.timetravelingfashionista.com/🎧 Timestamps:00:34 – Brain-Based Benefits of Journaling02:35 – How to Get Started with Kids04:25 – Bianca & Juna’s Personal Routines09:44 – What Works for Busy Parents15:15 – Journaling with Judgment vs. Self-Compassion17:00 – Teaching Kids to Write Their Feelings18:31 – What Not to Do with Kids21:12 – Easy Prompts + Creativity25:41 – Making It Stick: Consistency Tips#braintalk #neuroliteracy #emotionalintelligence #journalingforresilience #executivefunction #neuroeducation #brainbasedparenting #mindfulmotherhood #cognitivewellness #productivityscience #childdevelopment

What if emotional resilience—not test scores—is the real key to success?In this powerful episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna shares what really made a difference in raising teens who not only got into Ivy League schools like Harvard and Princeton—but did so while prioritizing well-being.How do you raise high-performing kids—without burning them out?In this powerful episode, bestselling creator and mom of three Dr. Jenny Woo flips the mic to interview Dr. Juna Bobby, Harvard-trained educator, board certified physician, Juilliard resilience curriculum creator and faculty, and founder of MindBodySpace.Juna’s kids got into Harvard and Princeton—but that was never the goal.Instead, she focused on cultivating:🔁 Healthy routines and deep focus🧠 Brain-based tools for motivation🎻 Strength-based parenting⏳ Time awareness in a distracted world💥 Curiosity and internal drive PLUS external rewardsThis episode is for moms who want to raise resilient, emotionally strong, high-performing kids—without losing their minds or micromanaging every step.🎧 Whether your child loves cello, coding, or candy bombs 🍬—this conversation will inspire you to parent for the long game.📲 Get tools, planners & weekly lessons:👉 www.mindbodyspace.com00:00 – Why top schools were never the end goal03:10 – Strength-based parenting and tuning into your child07:40 – The cello journey: how talent + curiosity unlocked opportunity11:52 – Building work ethic (even when they’d rather scroll)16:25 – Dopamine, curiosity & the science of motivation21:40 – What Ivy League schools actually look for26:30 – How to parent for the “spike” (vs. well-rounded)32:15 – Teaching time awareness in a distracted world38:40 – The girl path: multiple interests, modeling, and mindset45:00 – 3 simple rules that shaped our family culture🧠 Subscribe for more brain-body parenting tools → Podcast Link Subscribe & Rate:⁠ https://open.spotify.com/show/1F6YQzRvKkMiafQeWodIWU?si=22e7f7eadb734d87📺 Watch more episodes: ⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MINDBODYSPACE⁠ Join the early access list for neuroscience-based family toolsPre-K - 12th Grade Brain Bun and Courses 2025 WAITLIST: https://www.mindbodyspace.com/2025wai... 🧠 Free tools for brain-savvy parenting: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcast🎧 Ask questions + access tools at: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcast 📲 Follow for More Tips:Instagram: / mindbody_space https://www.instagram.com/mindbody_space/ LinkedIn: / mindbodyspace-llc https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindbodyspace-llc LinkedIn → / junabobby https://www.linkedin.com/in/junabobby Website: https://mindbodyspace.com/🔔 Subscribe for more brain-based wellness, tech-savvy parenting, and stories of thriving with STEM - STEAM#Neuroplasticity #LifelongLearning #Leadership #BrainHealth #MindBodySpace #HarvardAlumni #WorkingMoms #ParentingTools #PersonalGrowth #CognitiveScience #WomenInSTEM #EmotionalResilience#MindBodySpace #DrJuna #ParentingTips #IvyLeagueParenting #EmotionalResilience #BrainBasedParenting #NeuroLiteracy #MomPodcast #MindfulParenting #SummerPlanning #CollegePrep #TeenWellness #HighAchievingKids #ParentingSuccess #ScienceOfParenting

Thinking about starting a business while raising kids? You’re not crazy — you’re powerful.In this motivating episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna talks with Jenny Woo, a mom, Harvard grad, and founder of the viral 52 Essential Conversations card deck — about building a meaningful business without sacrificing your values or your sanity.If you’ve ever wondered:Do I really have what it takes to build something of my own?How do I model emotional resilience and growth for my kids while building my dream?Can my parenting journey actually inspire my business?This episode is for you.👩‍💻 You’ll learn:How Jenny turned a parenting challenge into a product that now helps families worldwideWhy starting small is the smartest way to beginHow your lived experience as a mom is actually your entrepreneurial edgeWhat neuro-literacy is — and why it’s the next big thing in parenting + edtechHow to raise emotionally intelligent kids and take bold steps toward your own dreams"We don’t need to choose between motherhood and ambition — we need models who show us how to do both with grace, grit, and brain science."🎧 Subscribe to MindBodySpace for weekly episodes at the intersection of parenting, neuroscience, and women’s entrepreneurship.Join the early access list for neuroscience-based family toolsPre-K - 12th Grade Brain Bun and Courses 2025 WAITLIST: https://www.mindbodyspace.com/2025wai...Podcast Link Subscribe & Rate: https://www.mindbodyspace.com/podcast📺 Watch more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@MINDBODYSPACE 🧠 Free tools for brain-savvy parenting: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcast🎧 Ask questions + access tools at: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcast 📲 Follow for More Tips:Instagram: / mindbody_space https://www.instagram.com/mindbody_space/ LinkedIn: / mindbodyspace-llc https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindbodyspace-llc LinkedIn → / junabobby https://www.linkedin.com/in/junabobby Website: https://mindbodyspace.com/🔔 Subscribe for more brain-based wellness, tech-savvy parenting, and stories of thriving with STEM - STEAM#Neuroplasticity #LifelongLearning #Leadership #BrainHealth #MindBodySpace #HarvardAlumni #WorkingMoms #ParentingTools #PersonalGrowth #CognitiveScience #WomenInSTEM #EmotionalResilience#MomEntrepreneur #StartABusinessAsAMom #MindBodySpace #JennyWoo #DrJuna #HGSE #52EssentialConversations #ResilientKids #NeuroLiteracy #WomenInBusiness #BrainBasedParenting #MindfulSuccess #PurposeDrivenMoms #ParentingAndEntrepreneurship

In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, we explore how data can empower us to build resilience by motivating us to change and choose healthy behaviors!I sit down with Jasmin Hemdani, a software and data engineer at Oura Ring, to talk about her inspiring journey in tech and how data science can support everyday wellness.Jasmine shares how moms can use simple, engaging ways to introduce data concepts to their kids—boosting both resilience and future-ready skills. We also dive into how Oura’s biosensors, including their new cardiovascular age algorithm, help families better understand and support physical health. Plus, we touch on the growing role of AI in making smarter, more personalized health decisions.Whether you’re data-curious or already tracking your sleep, this episode offers practical insights for weaving data into your daily routines—for your well-being and your child’s future.👉 Learn about sleep, Cardiovascular Age, HRV, stress signals💡 Discover resilience tools grounded in neuroscience👩‍👧‍👦 Real talk on using tech with purpose in our daily lives🎧 Listen on Spotify:📺 Watch more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@MindBodySpace📩 Join our parenting resilience list: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcast🎧 Ask questions + access tools at: https://mindbodyspace.com/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindbody_space/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mindbodyspace-llc/ Website: https://mindbodyspace.com/ 🔔 Subscribe for more stories about women thriving through science, tech, and resilience.YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MINDBODYSPACEMore about OURA: https://ouraring.com/#MindBodySpace #ParentingTips #FutureReadyKids #MomLife #resilience #scienceofresilience #brainbuilder #brainboss #DataSmartKids #OuraRing #WomenInSTEM #WellnessTech #DataDrivenLife #CardiovascularHealth

Exploring Non-Alcoholic Wellness Beverages with Jen Batchelor In this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna interviews Jen Batchelor, a mom and entrepreneur known for her work in developing non-alcoholic functional beverages. They discuss the adverse effects of high-intensity alcohol consumption, the cultural shift towards healthier alternatives, and the science behind adaptogens, nootropics, and botanicals used in Jen's brand—Kin Euphorics. Jen shares her personal journey, including inspirations, challenges, and how her prior experiences in tech and wellness led to the creation of Kin Euphorics. The episode delves into the impact of alcohol on physical and mental health and introduces the concept of 'sober curious.' It also addresses the balance between motherhood and entrepreneurship, aiming to inspire and empower other moms considering starting their own ventures. Dr. Juna emphasizes the importance of wellness and provides resources for those struggling with addiction. 00:00 Introduction to High-Intensity Drinking 00:46 Welcome to the MindBodySpace Podcast 01:11 Meet Jen Batchelor: Pioneer in Non-Alcoholic Beverages 03:44 The Inspiration Behind Kin Euphorics 08:33 The Science and Benefits of Non-Alcoholic Functional Beverages 16:05 Exploring Ingredients: Adaptogens, Nootropics, and Botanicals 19:13 Finding Balance: Relaxation and Energy 20:05 Motherhood and Entrepreneurship 20:25 The Sober Curious Movement 21:29 Journey of Entrepreneurship 24:47 From Tech to Consumer Products 28:11 Partnership with Bella Hadid 31:21 Advice for Aspiring Mom Entrepreneurs 34:01 Conclusion and Resources Follow Jen on Instagram: @kineuphorics @jenofkin Find out more about Kin: kineuphorics.com About Jen: Driven to change the ways we revel, Jen Batchelor brought her expertise of Ayurvedic practice, psychology, neuroscience, circadian rhythms, & quantum physics to concoct a tonic that would be the response to a long-unanswered need. She co-founded Kin Euphorics in 2017, bottling and canning a brain-powering combination of adaptogens, nootropics, and botanicals for anytime enjoyment. As the first Latinx woman to raise over $15 million in venture capital for a beverage brand, Jen has transformed Kin into a movement. The scientific foremother and pioneer of the nonalcoholic & consumables wellness category, Jen is forever dedicated to innovating for the betterment of all. About Kin:A revolution of feel-good revelry. Kin Euphorics is a non-alcoholic, functional beverage, designed using ingredients that nourish mind and body. Adaptogens to help you manage stress; nootropics to support brain cognition; and spirit-centering botanics to elevate taste. Carefully layering these energy-transforming ingredients help you tune your mood and activate the power, energy, and peace that is already in you.

In this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna interviews Isabel Hagen, a classically trained violist turned stand-up comedian. Isabel shares her journey from rigorous training at Juilliard to performing comedy on stage, detailing her struggle with performance anxiety and her path to finding joy and resilience through comedy. They discuss the transferable skills acquired through classical music, the challenges of making career pivots, and the importance of perseverance. Isabel also talks about her latest venture into filmmaking with her semi-autobiographical movie 'On a String.' This conversation dives deep into managing performance pressure, following one's passion, and the creative processes behind comedy and music. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 01:01 Meet Isabel Hagen: Comedian and Violist 02:10 Journey from Viola to Comedy 04:05 The Art of Stand-Up Comedy0 4:47 Public Speaking and Performance Anxiety 07:50 Influences and Inspirations 09:42 Balancing Music and Comedy 14:52 Performance Psychology and Anxiety 19:51 Memorable First Performance 20:36 Dealing with Performance Anxiety 21:13 Comedy and Nerves 22:40 Crafting Jokes and Personal Life 25:42 Balancing Multiple Creative Pursuits 26:01 Creating a Semi-Autobiographical Movie 32:42 Advice on Pivoting Careers 35:52 Final Thoughts and Farewell

Returning to School: A Transformative Journey in Education In this episode, Dr. Juna shares an exciting personal update about returning to school at Harvard Graduate School of Education to pursue a master's degree in education focused on Learning Design, Innovation, and Technology. Juna discusses the inspirations behind this decision, including influential figures like Karen Brennan and a physician named Morty. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe for upcoming expert interviews and tips on enhancing overall wellness. 00:00 Introduction and Exciting Update 00:09 Harvard Graduate School of Education 00:56 Partnerships and Personal Connections 01:35 Acknowledging Influences and Inspirations 02:09 Living and Learning in Cambridge02:51 Podcast Focus and Goals 03:01 Upcoming Guests and Topics 03:28 Wellness and Peak Performance 03:57 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview #Harvard #Education #MindBodySpace #PodcastLife #Innovation #Technology #Resilience #MentalHealth #HighAchievers #Wellness