After a traumatic brain injury forced her to slow down, Jocelyn discovered how to reimagine mental health from the inside out. She shares practical tools for calming anxiety in the moment, explains why mental health works both “above the neck” (thoughts) and “below the neck” (nervous system), and reveals her five wellbeing elements: social, physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual.
For women navigating perimenopause, hormonal shifts, or workplace burnout, Jocelyn’s wisdom is both validating and empowering. From breathwork and body scanning to embracing your natural energy cycles, this conversation offers strategies to help you create sustainable balance and a positive ripple effect in your life and work.
Whether you’re struggling with stress, seeking to align with your body’s rhythms, or curious about blending neuroscience with soulful practices, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you claim your brain.
Chapter Markers
0:00 – Introduction to Jocelyn Pepe
9:58 – Understanding Mental Health Foundations
18:34 – Science Meets Soul: Above and Below the Neck
28:40 – The Story Behind Claim Your Brain
37:14 – Finding Alignment and Personal Pace
48:43 – Women’s Energy Cycles and Workplace Balance
58:00 – Creating Your Positive Ripple Effect
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