Improving Mental Health and Personal Control: Emotional Brain Training
In Episode 56 of the Asking For a Friend Podcast, Dr. Laurel Mellin, joins host, Michele Folan, to take listeners on a transformative journey through the power of emotional health. Sharing her deeply personal story, including the heartbreaking loss of her first child, Dr. Mellin explains how this experience led her to pioneer EBT—a system designed to rewire the brain’s stress circuits and promote lasting mental well-being.
Throughout the episode, Dr. Mellin discusses how EBT can be incorporated into daily life to manage stress, prevent chronic diseases, and enhance emotional resilience. Whether it’s overcoming food addiction, managing stress, or mastering emotional wellness, Dr. Mellin offers a practical roadmap for mental and emotional health.
She also introduces listeners to her latest book, 1-2-3 Joy!, where she emphasizes the importance of maintaining a joyful brain state and shares tools to overcome life’s challenges. If you’re looking to strengthen your emotional resilience or tackle stress-related behaviors like evening snacking, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical steps to elevate your well-being.