Neuroscience & Relationships with Dr. Athena Staik

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Anonymous 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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

Author: Dr. Athena Staik 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