Episode 26: Rewiring Your Brain: The Science of Change
In Episode 1 of Season 3, Rewiring Your Brain: The Science of Change, Prairie Francia blends cutting-edge neuroscience with energetic alignment practices to show how habits are formed—and can be remade. You’ll learn how dopamine anticipation drives behavior, why neuroplasticity holds the key to transformation, and how to practically apply those insights in recovery. Tune in for built-in reflection moments, a motivational interviewing prompt, and a preview of the Empowered Recovery Course, 21-Day Breaking Free Challenge, and 28-Day Clean Body Reboot—your guided pathways to healing.
Self-Reflection Prompts Included in the Episode:
What path in life do you want to stop walking—and what new path are you ready to start?
What healthy behavior brings you joy and could replace old patterns?
What small step could help you move up just one point on your readiness scale? Read more…
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University of California, San Francisco.
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