
Neuroscience & Relationships with Dr. Athena Staik
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10 Conscious-Love Guidelines to Sidestep Reactivity
posted: Apr. 30, 2023.
Words matter to human beings. Our words can serve a higher purpose in meaningfully connecting us to one another, or on the other hand, tearing us apart. Studies in neuroscience Read more
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The Lessons From Studies of Success
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D. April 11, 2023 A lot has been learned about the brain and behavior in the last three decades. With this, we’ve also gained a better understanding of success Read more
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3 Steps to Ignite and Manifest Your Dreams and Aspirations
posted: Apr. 10, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D. April 10, 2023 Thoughts are energy. Positively or negatively charged energy. And emotion is energy in motion, or e-motion. Who is in command of the energy Read more
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3 Reasons Loving Your Self Equates to Loving the Other
posted: Apr. 02, 2023.
DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D. April 2, 2023 The permission to fully love and embrace your human self and life is no small matter. Paradoxically, you need your own love and acceptance to fully Read more
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4 Shifts in Your Self-Talk to Energize Your Physiology
posted: Mar. 29, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D. MARCH 29, 2023 Words are powerful. The cells of your body are ever listening to what you think and say. The power of words lies in that, Read more
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The First Task of Life? As Infants, the Quest to Be Loved in Order to Survive!
posted: Mar. 23, 2023.
DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D.March 23, 2023No wonder we cry at birth! From the get go, it seems, Mother Nature gives us a series of challenging tasks to overcome, and doesn’t Read more
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Why You May Feel Like a Child When You Get Triggered
posted: Mar. 16, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D. March 16, 2003 Ever feel like a child in certain situations that tend to upset or trigger your defenses? It may be your subconscious mind at work, Read more
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How to Befriend Your Subconscious to Stop Emotional Reactivity
posted: Mar. 16, 2023.
BY Dr. Athena Staik March 16, 2023 Does emotional reactivity hijack your attempts to resolve issues? This is a common experience. Even when you want to do otherwise, it can seem as Read more
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Is Your Subconscious Mind in Conflict with Your Conscious Mind?
posted: Mar. 16, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK, PH.D. March 16, 2023 Ever want to break a habit, and found it seemingly impossible? Or set a goal for a new behavior, yet didn’t follow through – repeatedly? Despite Read more
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How Neural Patterns Set in Childhood Affect How You “Do Conflict” Today
posted: Mar. 06, 2023.
DR. ATHENA STAIK When your brain shifts to a protective mode, during a discussion with your partner, it gets tricked into believing that your survival, literally your life, is at stake. Read more
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4 Ways Reactivity Impacts Your Relationships
posted: Mar. 06, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK Your health and well being in every aspect of your life depend upon the personal choices you make. Your moment by moment choices shape your life, and Read more
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Why Are Some Habits Not Easy to Break?
posted: Mar. 06, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK Have you ever wanted to break a habit, and found it seemingly impossible? Ever hoped to start a new healthy behavior, yet didn’t follow through – repeatedly? Read more
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What It Means When a Narcissist Says “I Love You”
posted: Mar. 04, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK Dear Codependent Partner, What I’m about to say is not something I’d ever say or admit (to you), because to do so would end the winner-takes-all-game that is Read more
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3 Ways to Access the Healing Power of Neuroplasticity
posted: Mar. 03, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK The discovery of neuroplasticity refers to the miraculous capacity of your brain to continually heal and restore itself to wholeness. A gift like no other, this means Read more
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Why communication Is Critical Tool of Life
posted: Mar. 03, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK Your ability to communicate can be your greatest asset. The choice of words and nonverbal behaviors you use in your conversations with those you love is packed with Read more
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Why Practice Deep Breathing?
posted: Mar. 02, 2023.
BY DR. ATHENA STAIK Like many, you may have an untapped skill to deeply relax yourself, regulate your emotions, and stay present even in challenging situations. What is this power? Your Read more