May 2026: When Thought Work Isn’t Enough

About this episode

This episode explores the limitations of thought work and introduces somatic tools for emotional regulation.

In this episode, we're examining the limits of thought work and what happens when mindset tools aren't quite enough. Drawing on insights from a recent retreat, this conversation explores why feelings aren't problems to be solved — and what it actually means to let them move through you. You'll hear the difference between managing your emotional state and truly regulating your nervous system, including a helpful thermometer vs. thermostat framework for understanding the distinction. The episode also introduces three simple, research-backed somatic tools you can start using right away to support your body alongside the mindset work we've been doing together.

People in this episode

Host: Katie Bryan

Topics covered

• thought work
• mindset tools
• emotional regulation
• nervous system
• somatic tools

Keywords

• thought work
• mindset
• emotional state
• nervous system
• somatic tools
• self improvement
• parenting

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