Why Your Brain Feels Fried (And the Tiny Reset That Breaks the Loop)
Ever feel like your brain is just... fried? You’re not alone—and it’s not a personal failure. It’s your nervous system trying to keep up in a world that never shuts off. In this solo episode of The Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein breaks down why we get stuck in emotional loops of anxiety, fatigue, and self-doubt—and how to interrupt them with one small, research-backed shift. If you're stuck in overthinking, checking your inbox 100 times a day, or constantly bracing for what's next—this episode is your reset. Dr. Goldstein shares: What “anxious loops” really are (and how they form) The neuroscience of burnout and identity fusion Why naming your loop can instantly give you more space and choice A 3-step daily reset grounded in behavioral science to rewire calm, clarity, and control These are tiny shifts that build real momentum—and might just save your brain from the burnout spiral.In this episode, we explore:Why Your Brain Feels FriedThe Anxiety Loop ExplainedWhen Preparation Becomes ObsessionIdentity Fusion and “I’m Just an Anxious Person” The Tiny Shift That Breaks the LoopHow to Practice the Reset DailyJoin Dr. Elisha Goldstein’s Private Therapeutic Coaching ProgramSign Up for Elisha’s Email Newsletter & Get the Emotional Health GuideGet Your Free 5 Prompt AI GuideConnect with Elisha:FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInSubscribe to Emotional Longevity:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You Don’t Need to Fix Your Anxiety | Here’s How to Live With It
View Show Notes & Blog Page for This EpisodeJoin Dr. Elisha Goldstein’s Private Therapeutic Coaching ProgramSign Up for Elisha’s Email Newsletter & Get the Emotional Health GuideGet Your Free 5 Prompt AI GuideYou don’t need to get rid of your anxiety to feel better.In today’s solo episode of The Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein challenges the myth that anxiety is a problem to fix—and shows you how to see it for what it really is: a protective, human process that you can learn to live with, not fear.This episode will help you:Understand the real purpose of anxiety (and why it’s not a flaw)Spot when anxiety becomes harmful—and how to stop it from running your lifeDefuse from the “I’m just an anxious person” identityPractice 3 research-backed tools to create space from anxiety and reclaim your sense of agencyLearn the bus driver metaphor to remember: anxiety may be along for the ride, but you’re still in controlIf you’ve ever thought, If I could just get rid of this anxiety, everything would finally feel better, this episode is your wake-up call. You don’t have to be free from anxiety—you can be free with it.Connect with Elisha:FacebookTwitterInstagramSubscribe to Emotional Longevity:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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5 AI Prompts to Ease Anxiety (Research Informed)
View Show Notes & Blog Page for This EpisodeJoin Dr. Elisha Goldstein’s Private Therapeutic Coaching ProgramSign Up for Elisha’s Email Newsletter & Get the Emotional Health GuideCan AI actually help with anxiety?In this solo episode of The Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein explores how artificial intelligence, when used with intention, can support emotional health. With five guided prompts rooted in psychology and mindfulness, you'll learn how to use AI as a reflective tool - not a replacement for therapy, but a support system that can increase clarity, calm, and self-compassion.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed or stuck in anxious loops, this episode offers you practical ways to pause, reframe, and come back to yourself - using a tool that’s already in your pocket.Dr. Goldstein shares:Why AI can be a surprising ally in managing anxietyHow to use 5 research-backed prompts to support your emotional well-beingThe science behind emotional labeling, reframing, and nervous system regulationHow self-compassion and daily structure shift your relationship to anxietyThese aren’t just ideas—they’re tiny shifts you can try today.Connect with Elisha:FacebookTwitterInstagramSubscribe to Emotional Longevity:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Small Moments Create Massive Life Change (Backed by Research) | Guest Dr. Gregory Walton
View Show Notes & Blog Page for This EpisodeJoin Dr. Elisha Goldstein’s Private Therapeutic Coaching ProgramSign Up for Elisha’s Email Newsletter & Get the Emotional Health GuideThis One Shift Can Change Your Life Trajectory | Dr. Gregory Walton on Belonging, Belief & GrowthEpisode Overview:What if the biggest shifts in your life didn’t require radical change—but just a new way of seeing your challenges?In this episode of the Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with Dr. Gregory Walton—Stanford professor, belonging researcher, and co-author of Ordinary Magic—to explore the life-changing science behind tiny psychological shifts.From a 4-year-old’s moral outrage to groundbreaking work on belonging, growth mindset, and emotional spirals, Greg reveals how simple interventions—like reframing feedback or affirming connection before conflict—can reshape relationships, motivation, and even educational equity.We dive into research-backed micro-interventions, including how to help kids believe in themselves, why self-worth is the hidden engine behind behavior change, and how storytelling and support can reverse downward spirals.This conversation is packed with powerful strategies to build emotional resilience—and to spiral up.In this episode, we cover:The emotional power of “ordinary magic”How small shifts in mindset change real-world outcomesThe truth about self-worth, belonging, and motivationWhy most conflict is about love, not logisticsHow to build psychological safety in relationshipsWhat the “Lifting the Bar” study reveals about second chancesReal strategies to unlock growth, even after failureConnect with Gregory Walton:Ordinary Magic available wherever books are soldWebsiteConnect with Elisha:FacebookTwitterInstagramSubscribe to Emotional Longevity:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Confidence Shortcut with Jennifer Cohen
View Show Notes & Blog Page for This EpisodeJoin Dr. Elisha Goldstein’s Private Therapeutic Coaching ProgramSign Up for Elisha’s Email Newsletter & Get the Emotional Health GuideIn a world obsessed with biohacking and overnight success, most people wait for confidence to strike before they act. But what if you’ve got it backward? In this powerful episode of the Emotional Longevity Podcast, Dr. Elisha Goldstein sits down with bestselling author and high-performance coach Jennifer Cohen to break down the truth about boldness, confidence, and self-worth. Jennifer doesn’t hold back. She shares the small, daily decisions that changed her life, why perfection is the enemy of progress, and how to finally stop outsourcing your self-belief. Whether you're building your health, career, or courage—this one’s for you. In this episode, we cover: The truth behind confidence and why it’s not a feeling How boldness rewires your self-image Why integrity and trust matter more than willpower The 10% Target: the science of doing more with less How to raise resilient kids (without crushing their spirit) The trap of biohacking without emotional health And the #1 mindset shift to stop staying stuck Full timestamps below Subscribe and share to help more people build real, lasting confidence. We Discuss: Building Confidence Through Discipline The Role of Self-Worth in Health The Power of Integrity and Trust The 10% Target Philosophy The Importance of Accountability and Support Overcoming Self-Doubt and Shame Building Self-Efficacy Through Action The Impact of Technology on Childhood DevelopmentMore from Jennifer CohenInstagramWebsiteBook: Bigger, Better, BolderConnect with Elisha:FacebookTwitterInstagramSubscribe to Emotional Longevity:Apple PodcastsSpotifyYouTubeProduced by Peoples Media Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
"Emotional Longevity" explores how emotional health serves as the cornerstone of a happier, healthier, and longer life. Hosted by Dr. Elisha Goldstein, this podcast blends cutting-edge science, practical strategies, and inspiring stories to help you enhance your emotional well-being, build resilience, and strengthen relationships—without the overwhelm of doing more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.