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  • Designing Team Flow: The Neuroscience of Collaboration (Jennifer Britton)
    Nov 6 2025
    Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leakAuthor and team coach Jennifer Britton joins Dr. Irena to explore the neuroscience of team flow—when groups synchronize attention, trust, and shared goals. They discuss how clarity, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety help teams thrive in complexity, interdependence, and constant change.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“When teams align goals and strengths, flow becomes inevitable.” — Jennifer BrittonGuest Bio:Jennifer Britton is a global thought leader, award-winning coach, and author recognized for pioneering the field of group and team coaching. As founder of Potentials Realized, she has spent more than two decades helping teams, leaders, and coaches enhance connection, collaboration, and creativity through science-informed and experiential approaches.Jennifer is the author of seven influential books, including the world's first book on group coaching, as well as From One to Many: Best Practices for Team and Group Coaching, Reconnecting Workspaces, and Coaching Business Builder. Her work bridges neuroscience, learning science, and coaching practice-translating research on trust, engagement, and motivation into practical strategies that help teams and individuals thrive.A former UN team leader turned entrepreneur, Jennifer has worked across more than 100 countries, designing programs that spark insight, performance, and sustained change. Her frameworks, such as the Six Factors of High-Performing Teams and Coaching & Change™, offer actionable roadmaps for today's complex and hybrid world.Through her Conversation Sparker™ experiential tools, Flow-Flex-Scale™ Lab, and Experiential Roadshow, Jennifer continues to inspire coaches and leaders to "slow down to speed up"—leveraging the brain's natural capacity for learning, connection, and transformation.Jennifer has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from McGill, a Masters in Environmental Studies, a post-graduate certificate in Human Resources, as well as multiple certifications as an experience designer, coaching supervisor, team coach, and performance improvement specialist.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolJennifer’s website: PotentialsRealized.comJennifer’s Coaching Group: GroupCoachingEssentials.caJennifer’s Podcast: The Coaching Many PodcastJennifer’s book in Amazon: Reconnecting Workspaces: Pathways to Thrive in the Virtual, Remote, and Hybrid WorldJennifer’s YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@effectivegroupcoachCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Designing Team Flow: The Neuroscience of Collaboration (Jennifer Britton) coming soon.
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    39 min
  • Inside the Predictive Brain: A Coach’s Guide to Change (Dr. Irena O'Brien)
    Oct 23 2025

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    Show producer Andrew Chapman interviews Dr. Irena O’Brien about her mission in neuroscience. They explore how the predictive brain, emotional contagion, and mind-body connection influence behavior, energy, and change—and how coaches can use these insights for deeper, lasting client transformation.


    In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.


    “The purpose of the brain is not for thinking or feeling but to ensure that we grow, survive, and reproduce.” — Dr. Irena O’Brien


    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O'Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O'Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience School

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer: Andrew Chapman
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Episode transcript: Inside the Predictive Brain: A Coach’s Guide to Change (Dr. Irena O'Brien).

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    40 min
  • Rewiring Motivation: The Hidden Science That Keeps You Moving Forward (Melinda Cohan)
    Oct 9 2025

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    Dr. Irena welcomes Melinda Cohan in this replay of the Neuroscience of Coaching pilot episode, a surprisingly deep conversation on the hidden science behind motivation. Whether motivating ourselves or our clients, understanding how to work with the brain instead of against it is the key to success.

    Welcome to Neuroscience of Coaching. In each episode, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.

    Melinda Cohan is the founder and former CEO of The Coaches Console and was the host of the long-running Mirasee FM podcast Just Between Coaches.

    “They've been in this spot for so long that they just don't know how to think or feel or behave any other way. It’s just what they know, it’s become their norm.”— Melinda Cohan

    Guest Bio:

    Melinda Cohan is the author of The Confident Coach and The Professional Coach and is the founder and former CEO of The Coaches Console. Through her coaching and software, she removes the complexities of your business so you can build a business you love, attract ideal clients, and make a lasting impact. She was also the host of the long-running Mirasee FM podcast Just Between Coaches.

    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O'Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O'Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.


    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O'Brien website: The Neuroscience School
    Melinda’s newest book: TheProfessionalCoachBook.com
    Melinda’s podcast: Mirasee.com/podcast/just-between-coaches

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer: Cynthia Lamb
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Episode transcript: Rewiring Motivation: The Hidden Science That Keeps You Moving Forward (Melinda Cohan) coming soon.

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    26 min
  • Special Replay: Is Visualization Just Fantasy? (Jason Moss)
    Sep 25 2025
    Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leakDr. Irena is joined by Jason Moss to discuss the widely touted technique of visualization. The two explore the line between what people think visualization is and what actually happens in the mind, while clarifying the roles of fantasy versus expectation and process versus outcome.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“That’s another way that I think visualization can be very powerful… to help someone tap into that sense of what’s really possible for them.”— Jason MossGuest Bio:Jason Moss is a multi-six-figure business coach. He leads a community of 20,000+ coaches online, and has helped thousands of coaches grow their businesses and sign more clients.His work has been featured in Entrepreneur, Online Business Owner, and other leading media outlets, and his unique approach to business growth integrates identity and strategy to help coaches build wildly profitable businesses from the inside out.Jason’s been building businesses for nearly 20 years, and made his first sale online at 13. He’s a former Director of Sales who helped scale a multi-seven-figure coaching business, and his heart-centered view on marketing is a radical departure from the more typical overly aggressive marketing tactics taught today.Jason lives in Boulder, Colorado with his partner Kimberly, dog Boomer, and cat Zola. In his spare time, he enjoys hiking, travel, meditation, and pursuing personal growth.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O'Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O'Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolJason’s website: JasonMoss.comCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Special Replay: Is Visualization Just Fantasy? (Jason Moss) coming soon.
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    33 min
  • Anniversary Replay: ​​Why Imperfect Action Beats Overthinking in Business (Krista Martin)
    Sep 11 2025

    Mirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leak


    We’re highlighting this episode from one year ago. Business coach Krista Martin takes a systematic approach to growth with emphasis on strong decision-making. Choose swift action over excessive research, embrace imperfection, reduce decision fatigue, and evolve your skills as your business grows.

    In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.

    “If you’re not making at least a few mistakes each day, then you’re not moving fast enough.”— Krista Martin

    Guest Bio:

    Krista Martin, MBA, CPCC, PCC, is the President & Founder of Make Your Mark and The Six-Figure Impact Academy. As a sought-after speaker and business strategist, she teaches her clients how to fill their coaching programs through speaking and scale their business to multiple six figures.

    Through building and selling her first side biz, 12+ years in corporate, and scaling her own coaching business to 7 figures, she discovered how keeping things simple allows you to create faster results and have more fun.

    Krista is also a passionate supporter of homeless animals and shelters with the goal of all pets living in a happy and healthy home.

    Host Bio:

    Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.

    She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.

    Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Mirasee
    Dr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience School
    Krista’s website: MakeYourMark.com
    Krista’s special offer, “Simplify to Grow”: MakeYourMark.com/Simplify

    Credits:

    Host: Dr. Irena O’Brien
    Producer: Andrew Chapman
    Audio Editor: Marvin del Rosario
    Executive Producer: Danny Iny
    Music Soundscape: Chad Michael Snavely
    Making our hosts sound great: Home Brew Audio

    Music credits:

    Track Title: Sneaker Smeaker
    Artist: Avocado Junkie
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: Coo Coos
    Artist: Dresden, The Flamingo
    Writer: Matthew Wigton
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Track Title: In This Light
    Artist: Sounds Like Sander
    Writer: Sander Kalmeijer
    Publisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTION

    Special effects credits:

    24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.

    To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.

    Episode transcript: Anniversary Replay: ​​Why Imperfect Action Beats Overthinking in Business (Krista Martin) coming soon.

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    37 min
  • Special Replay: Unlocking Compassionate Coaching with Brain-Based Strategies (Caroline Leroux)
    Aug 28 2025
    For more info on Dr. Irena's "Certificate Program in Applied Neuroscience" starting September 2025, go to:www.NeuroscienceSchool.com/joinMirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leakDive into the transformative world of brain-based coaching as Caroline Leroux unpacks the neuroscience behind it. With a focus on compassion, empathy, and emotional intelligence, discover practical strategies to foster sustainable change, motivate clients, and create a supportive coaching culture.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“We’re not fake cheerleaders. It’s important to understand resistance and shame and the role they play in a change process.” — Caroline LerouxGuest Bio:Caroline Leroux is a member of the International Coach Federation and holds the designation of Professional and Personal Certified Coach from Concordia University. She is completing a Master of Arts degree in Human Systems Intervention from Concordia University. Caroline has been EQ-I 2.0/EQ 360 Certified by the Emotional Intelligence Training Company (EITC) since 2015 and conducts debriefs of EQ-I 2.0 results in French and English on behalf of the EITC, as well as making presentations.Caroline is the co-owner of a business that provides sports medicine services and employs physicians, therapists, osteopaths, and other health care professionals.For 12 years Caroline has worked with non-profit organizations in Africa and Panama. Her work with EITC also includes providing EQ-I 2.0 debriefs and coaching to Canadian government consular staff living and working abroad for Global Affairs Canada.On a personal note, Caroline has raised four happy young adults who are contributing members of society, and she is active in her community in various volunteer roles.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolCaroline’s Neuroscience School profile: NeuroscienceSchool.com/about-us/Caroline’s email: LerouxBoulay@gmail.comPeter Senge’s Ladder of InferenceImmunity to Change (book) by Robert KeganCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: Special Replay: Unlocking Compassionate Coaching with Brain-Based Strategies (Caroline Leroux) coming soon.
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    35 min
  • The Four Seasons Framework for Sustainable Success (Joanna Lindenbaum)
    Aug 14 2025
    For more info on Dr. Irena's "Certificate Program in Applied Neuroscience" starting September 2025, go to:www.NeuroscienceSchool.com/joinMirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leakMaster facilitator and coach Joanna Lindenbaum reveals her Four Seasons of Transformation framework, showing how honoring cycles of rest, growth, reflection, and release align with the brain’s natural rhythms. This can reduce burnout and create lasting change in business and personal development.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“Our brains need times of rest… burnout in our society is real.” — Joanna LindenbaumGuest Bio:Joanna Lindenbaum is the founder of the Applied Depth Institute, where she teaches master-level facilitation and coaching skills to coaches, healers, therapists, and speakers—equipping them to respond powerfully and effectively to the complex issues their clients bring.With more than 20 years of experience and a rich background in coaching, human behavior, embodiment practices, and Archetype & Shadow work, her approach to ethical and trauma-informed facilitation empowers students to develop a level of skill, confidence, and depth that sets them apart from their peers. Graduates of her signature Sacred Depths Practitioner Certification consistently become top-tier practitioners, often experiencing profound personal transformation as they step into this level of mastery. As a result, they see meaningful growth in their businesses through stronger client results, more renewals, referrals, and increased professional opportunities.She has led hundreds of retreats, workshops, and trainings with thousands of participants and clients across the U.S. and internationally.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolApplied Depth Institute: AppliedDepthInstitute.comCredits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channelor your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: The Four Seasons Framework for Sustainable Success (Joanna Lindenbaum) coming soon.
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    36 min
  • From Curiosity to Mastery: A Coach’s Journey Through The Neuroscience School (Juliana Macedo)
    Jul 31 2025
    For more info on Dr. Irena's "Certificate Program in Applied Neuroscience" starting September 2025, go to:www.NeuroscienceSchool.com/joinMirasee FM Special Free Offer (Revenue Leak Checklist): www.mrse.co/leakExecutive and leadership coach Ju Macedo shares how The Neuroscience School transformed her coaching practice—and her clients’ results. Discover the brain-based tools that help her reduce burnout, spark behavior change, and create sustainable performance. Learn how small shifts lead to big results.In each episode of Neuroscience of Coaching, host Dr. Irena O’Brien explains the science-based insights behind a particular concept and interviews a coach to discuss how these apply in the real world. Just as she does in her professional programs, Irena “un-complicates” neuroscience and teaches practical, evidence-based tools and strategies that listeners can use in their coaching practices.“This work didn’t just improve my coaching—it transformed how I lead, how I step-parent, how I run, and how I show up for myself.”— Juliana MacedoGuest Bio:Juliana Macedo is an ICF-accredited Executive and Leadership Coach and the founder of The Long Game Mindset Coaching & Consultancy.Following a two-decade career as a marketing executive in global companies like Reckitt, Nestlé, Mondelez, Unilever, and PepsiCo, Juliana now helps ambitious leaders achieve sustainable high performance and lead systemic change without burning out.Her approach blends sharp business acumen, the neuroscience of behaviour change, and the mindset of a high-performance athlete.She is ICF-accredited, holds an MBA, a Postgraduate Certificate in Executive Coaching for Behavioural Change from Henley Business School (UK), and multiple certifications in Applied Neuroscience for Coaching, Leadership Development and Agile Change & Psychodrama. Originally from Brazil, she is based in the UK, working globally in English, Portuguese, and Italian.She first discovered applied neuroscience in this very podcast, which inspired her to certify with The Neuroscience School — knowledge she now applies daily with her clients, teams, and even in how she trains and runs marathons.Host Bio:Dr. Irena O’Brien teaches coaches and care professionals how to achieve better results for their clients through neuroscience.She is the founder of Neuroscience School, which helps practitioners understand and apply insights from cutting-edge neuroscience research. She loves seeing her students gain confidence in their ability to evaluate neuroscience findings and use them successfully in their own practices. Her Certificate Program in Neuroscience is certified by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) for Continuing Coaching Education credit.Dr. O’Brien has studied neuroscience for 25 years and holds a Ph.D. in the field from the Université du Quebec à Montréal (UQAM), where she did brain-imaging studies. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at the Centre for Language, Mind, and Brain at McGill University.Resources mentioned in this episode:MiraseeDr. Irena O'Brien’s website: The Neuroscience SchoolJuliana’s LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/juliana-macedo-the-long-game-mindset-coach-acc-34a12625/Episode with guest Lion Goodman (The Predictive Brain):YouTube - Leveraging the Predictive Brain (Lion Goodman) - Neuroscience of Coaching #3Mirasee FM - Episode 3: Leveraging the Predictive Brain (Lion Goodman) Credits:Host: Dr. Irena O’BrienProducer: Andrew ChapmanAudio Editor: Marvin del RosarioExecutive Producer: Danny InyMusic Soundscape: Chad Michael SnavelyMaking our hosts sound great: Home Brew AudioMusic credits:Track Title: Sneaker SmeakerArtist: Avocado JunkieWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: Coo CoosArtist: Dresden, The FlamingoWriter: Matthew WigtonPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONTrack Title: In This LightArtist: Sounds Like SanderWriter: Sander KalmeijerPublisher: A SOUNDSTRIPE PRODUCTIONSpecial effects credits:24990513_birds-chirping_by_promission used with permission of the author and under license by AudioJungle/Envato Market.To catch the great episodes coming up on Neuroscience of Coaching, please follow us on Mirasee FM's YouTube channel or your favorite podcast player. And if you enjoyed the show, please leave us a comment or a starred review. It’s the best way to help us get these ideas to more people.Episode transcript: From Curiosity to Mastery: A Coach’s Journey Through The Neuroscience School (Juliana Macedo) coming soon.
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    33 min