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Resilience isn’t about pushing through—it’s about training your mind to rise above the struggle.

In this episode of The Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Melli O’Brien, mindfulness teacher, author of Deep Resilience and creator of The Deep Resilience Method, to break down the real science behind resilience, self-compassion, and overcoming adversity. Melli shares her personal journey through crisis, heartbreak, and illness—and how she turned pain into power. She explains how to build unshakable emotional resilience using mindfulness, values-based action, and self-compassion.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The science behind mindfulness and emotional resilience
• The RISE framework and how to regulate stress in real-time
• How to break free from fear and self-doubt
• Why emotional strength comes from self-compassion, not self-criticism
• Practical daily practices to train your brain for resilience

Listen now to learn how to build deep, lasting resilience.

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Is your body trying to tell you something?

If you've struggled with chronic pain, migraines, gut issues, fibromyalgia, or long COVID and nothing seems to work—this episode is for you.

In today’s episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Nicole Sachs, LCSW, psychotherapist, mind-body expert, and author of Mind Your Body, to explore how stress, trauma, and unprocessed emotions trigger physical symptoms—and what you can do about it.

Nicole has helped thousands of people heal from chronic pain without medication or surgery by rewiring their nervous system and addressing the emotional root of pain.

• Why chronic pain isn’t "just in your head"—but IS connected to emotions
• How your nervous system responds to trauma & keeps you in a pain cycle
• The hidden link between perfectionism, stress & inflammation
• A simple practice that can help rewire your brain & body for healing
• How to stop fear from keeping you stuck in pain

Listen now & take the first step toward lasting relief!

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Play isn’t just for kids—it’s the key to emotional resilience.

In this episode of the Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Dr. Tina Payne Bryson, renowned parenting expert and author of The Way of Play (Find it here: https://amzn.to/4gOVjmU). She is also the co-author of The Whole-Brain Child and other bestsellers.

This episode explores how play, connection, and emotional regulation transform the way we raise resilient kids and bring more joy into our lives.

Dr. Bryson reveals:

• How play rewires kids' brains for resilience
• Tiny play moments that create deep emotional bonds
• Why emotional regulation starts with parents
• The number one parenting shift that makes discipline easier

We also discuss the surprising link between play, stress relief, and emotional longevity—for kids and adults.

Listen now and learn how to make parenting simpler, more joyful, and more connected.

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What if music could be a powerful tool for emotional healing and longevity? In this episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Josh Brill, a globally recognized music educator, to explore how sound, vibration, and deep listening can rewire your nervous system, reduce stress, and enhance well-being—even if you’ve never played an instrument.

Josh shares his journey from Berklee College of Music to discovering music as a mindfulness and healing practice. Learn how deep listening, mindful playing, and vibrational awareness can transform emotional and physical health.

Episode Highlights:

• The science behind sound healing and emotional balance
• How deep listening can calm anxiety and improve focus
• A guided music meditation to experience its effects firsthand
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Listen now and try the practice for yourself.

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Learn more about Dr. Aliza Pressman at https://draliza.com Get The 5 Principles of Parenting https://a.co/d/hm9W5hy Substack https://dralizapressman.substack.com

What if parenting wasn’t about getting everything right—but about strengthening the connection with your kids? In this powerful episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein welcomes Dr. Aliza Pressman, developmental psychologist, author of the New York Times bestselling book The Five Principles of Parenting and Host of the Raising Good Humans Podcast, to explore how parents can ditch perfectionism, embrace repair, and raise emotionally resilient children.

We cover the science behind how reflection builds emotional longevity, why rules create security rather than restriction, and why repair is the real secret to strong relationships. If you’ve ever felt the weight of parental guilt, this episode is a game-changer.

• 00:00 – Introduction and Personal Background
• 05:54 – Core Values in Parenting
• 09:57 – The Importance of Reflection
• 14:01 – Connection Over Perfectionism
• 19:56 – The Role of Relationships in Parenting
• 23:59 – Regulation and Mindfulness in Parenting
• 27:30 – Understanding Our Emotional Passcodes
• 36:46 – The Importance of Repair in Relationships
• 45:12 – Establishing Rules with Love and Boundaries

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Episode Overview

In this powerful episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein welcomes Harvard-trained cardiologist Dr. Jonathan Fisher, who reveals how stress, burnout, and emotional habits are secretly destroying your heart—and what you can do about it. Discover the 1978 rabbit study proving that love and connection protect your arteries, how chronic stress rewires your brain, and why most doctors miss the real cause of burnout. Dr. Fisher also shares simple, science-backed methods for fortifying both emotional and physical well-being. If you’re overwhelmed, exhausted, or looking to protect your heart and live longer, this conversation is a must-listen.

Dr. Fisher’s Book – Just One Heart: https://amzn.to/3WDO2iA

Episode Highlights

• 00:00 – The Rabbit Effect: Compassion’s Impact on Health

• 02:58 – Emotional Health and Heart Disease

• 05:50 – Burnout in Healthcare: A Personal Journey

• 09:10 – The Physiological Effects of Chronic Stress

• 12:06 – Building Resilience: Inner and Outer Resources

• 14:57 – The Science of Laughter and Health

• 17:48 – Positive Emotions and Heart Health

• 36:19 – The Power of Generosity and Social Influence

• 39:03 – Understanding Negativity Bias and Positivity Ratios

• 40:26 – The Impact of Emotional Awareness

• 42:19 – The Convincing Nature of Negative Thoughts

• 43:43 – The Role of Attention in Emotional Well-being

• 45:10 – Mindfulness and Attention Regulation

• 47:02 – Practices for Strengthening Attention

• 49:24 – The Importance of Body Awareness

• 51:13 – Mindfulness Beyond the Mind

• 55:36 – Setting Boundaries for Emotional Health

• 57:58 – The Challenge of Saying No

• 1:00:50 – The Importance of Self-Worth in Boundaries

• 1:03:43 – Lessons from Just One Heart

• 1:06:27 – The Connection Between Emotions and Heart Health

• 1:08:55 – Final Thoughts on Compassion and Connection

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Episode Overview:

In this powerful episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein welcomes Dr. Marc Brackett, Yale professor, founding director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, and author of the bestselling book Permission to Feel. Together, they explore how emotional intelligence transforms personal and relational well-being.

Dr. Brackett shares his personal journey through childhood trauma, the development of his groundbreaking RULER framework for emotional intelligence, and actionable ways to recognize, label, and regulate emotions effectively. They also discuss the misunderstood nature of emotional regulation, the role of vulnerability in building connections, and how cultivating emotional intelligence leads to better decisions, deeper relationships, and a more fulfilling life.

Whether you're seeking to enhance emotional awareness, strengthen your relationships, or uncover the link between emotions and longevity, this episode is packed with insights and practical tools.

Learn more about Dr. Marc Brackett: https://marcbrackett.com

Episode Highlights

Timestamps:

00:00 - Understanding Emotional Regulation

03:07 - The Importance of Emotional Intelligence

06:03 - Mindsets and Beliefs About Emotions

08:59 - Personal Journey and Childhood Trauma

11:53 - The Role of Nurture in Emotional Development

14:53 - The RULER Framework Explained

17:54 - Implementing Emotional Intelligence in Daily Life

33:56 - Cultural Literacy and Emotional Expression

39:05 - The Challenge of Authentic Expression

44:50 - Playing with Happiness

56:10 - The Importance of Emotional Vocabulary

01:00:44 - Envisioning a Culture of Emotional Awareness

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In this episode, Dr. Elisha Goldstein speaks with Dr. Rick Hanson, New York Times bestselling author of Resilient and Hardwiring Happiness, and Forrest Hanson, bestselling author and co-host of the Being Well Podcast. Together, they explore the complexities of emotional health and its profound impact on longevity and well-being.

To learn more about Rick Hanson: https://rickhanson.com

To learn more about Forrest Hanson: https://www.forresthanson.com

To learn more about the Being Well Podcast: https://rickhanson.com/being-well-podcast/

• Emotional health is about having a high frequency of positive emotions.
• The allure of sameness can hinder emotional growth.
• Vulnerability is essential for emotional connection.
• Change is difficult but necessary for emotional health.
• Self-compassion is crucial in the journey of emotional health.
• Intimacy requires a balance of autonomy and connection.
• Stress negatively impacts overall health and longevity.
• Positive emotions can lead to better life outcomes.
• Caring and sharing are fundamental to social life.
• Emotional awareness enhances relationships and personal growth.
• Building supportive relationships enhances emotional well-being.

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