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In Tarot, The Hanged Man card teaches us to surrender and view situations from a different perspective. It represents sacrifice, release and being in an uncomfortable period of transition - when life turns things upside down.
In The Hanged Woman Podcast, we will encourage listeners to hang with us as we trust in the journey of transformation and growth. Through deep conversations, insightful storytelling and mindful exploration, we will step back and reframe our perspective on the deepest challenges and questions life throws at us. How do we press pause, learn, grow and tap into our inner wisdom as humans?
The Neuroscience of Joy | The Science of Happiness How the Brain and Body Create Happiness with Dr. D’Marti Burgos
The Hanged Woman
1 hour 20 minutes
3 months ago
The Neuroscience of Joy | The Science of Happiness How the Brain and Body Create Happiness with Dr. D’Marti Burgos
In this episode of The Hanged Woman Podcast, host Julienne Irons sits down with Dr. D’Marti Burgos, physician and neuroscience enthusiast, for a fascinating exploration into the science of happiness. Together, they unpack:
🌟 How the brain processes joy and emotions
🌟 The role of the amygdala and vagus nerve in stress recovery
🌟 Why micro-acts of joy and mindfulness can rewire your brain
🌟 How to cultivate resilience, gratitude, and sustainable happiness
Dr. Burgos blends personal insights, research, and practical tools to help you understand how your biology impacts your well-being and what you can do to boost your emotional resilience—even during challenging times.
🎧 Tune in and learn how neuroscience proves that happiness isn’t just possible—it’s trainable.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Welcome to The Hanged Woman Podcast
00:25 – Exploring the Science of Happiness with Dr. D’Marti Burgos
04:34 – 🧠 The Brain Orchestra: Understanding Neuroscience
10:44 – Barriers to Happiness
18:37 – Prescription Medications and Happiness
21:30 – Defining and Measuring Happiness
33:55 – Resilience and Positive Emotions
37:35 – Building Mental Resilience Through Physical Stress
38:53 – The Power of Meditation and Gratitude
42:36 – Understanding the Vagus Nerve and Stress Recovery
46:02 – Impact of Chronic Stress on the Brain
50:08 – Effective Coping Mechanisms for Stress
56:44 – The Importance of Flow State for Happiness
01:05:18 – Micro-Acts of Joy and Resilience
01:08:30 – Neurosustainability and Environmental Impact
01:15:18 – Final Thoughts on Cultivating Happiness
🤳🏽 Connect with The Hanged Woman: Instagram: @3ofCupsHealing Website: 3ofcupshealing.com
✨ Find out more about the Empress’ heART here: www.3ofcupshealing.com/the-empress-heart
🙌🏽 Connect with Dr. D’Marti Burgos here:
behappy@dmartiburgos.com
https://www.youtube.com/@dmartiburgos
Musical Credits:
Artist Name: The Brilliance
Song Name: Breathe (Instrumental)
The Hanged Woman
In Tarot, The Hanged Man card teaches us to surrender and view situations from a different perspective. It represents sacrifice, release and being in an uncomfortable period of transition - when life turns things upside down.
In The Hanged Woman Podcast, we will encourage listeners to hang with us as we trust in the journey of transformation and growth. Through deep conversations, insightful storytelling and mindful exploration, we will step back and reframe our perspective on the deepest challenges and questions life throws at us. How do we press pause, learn, grow and tap into our inner wisdom as humans?
