EP 139 : Maximizing resileince through brain health | Lara Boyd

Today in this Radical Responsibility episode Dr. Lara Boyd, Physical Therapist and Neuroscientist at the University of British Columbia, chats with me about how the brain is massively changeable (neuroplastic) and how certain behaviors can help optimize brain health, not only for those with brain injury but in everyday life.In this episode we also chat about:-How physical exercise, meditation, rest, and technology impact the brain’s functioning and development-How self-agency often plays a larger role in neuroplasticity and brain health than genetics-Brain health and our ability to self-regulate and how this links to resilience

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The Radical Responsibility Podcast, hosted by Dr. Fleet Maull, explores personal growth, emotional healing, and transformation through evidence-based insights into mental health, mindfulness, and innovative wellness practices. Each episode provides practical tools to help listeners break through emotional barriers, manage stress, and cultivate inner peace. Covering topics from psychedelics to global healing, the podcast blends research-backed methods with compassionate guidance for those seeking deeper self-awareness and lasting, positive change.