What if the key to better performance and less stress is simply learning how to think differently?

In this episode, neuroscience expert Jason Munson breaks down how your thoughts shape your emotions, behavior, and results — and how you can retrain your brain to respond better to both expected and unexpected stressors.

A practical and eye-opening conversation for leaders, teams, and anyone seeking resilience.

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Episode Summary:

In this episode of Reframe for Resilience, Dr. Frank L. Douglas sits down with Jason Munson, CEO of Neuro Linkers and an expert in neuroscience-based personal transformation. Together, they explore how individuals and organizations can reframe stressful experiences, regulate their emotions, and use brain-based tools to create meaningful, lasting change.

Jason reveals why stress is at an all-time high, how unexpected events hijack our thinking, and what we can do to take back control. He shares real-life examples, practical mental models, and easy-to-apply techniques for shifting from stress to creativity — ultimately improving performance, well-being, and resilience.

Whether you're a leader navigating team dynamics or someone dealing with everyday stressors, this episode will help you understand your brain’s patterns and teach you how to rewire them for better outcomes.

Key Topics

• The global “stress pandemic” and its impact on performance
• The brain’s automatic negative response to the unexpected
• How metacognition helps you break emotional reactivity
• Why awareness is the first step toward resilience
• Thought regulation: shifting from negative to empowering thoughts
• How thoughts shape behavior, emotions, personality, and results
• Rewiring neural pathways using intentional repetition
• Managing expected vs. unexpected stressors
• Creating cultures where people think better and perform better

Timeline Summary

[00:00] — Introduction

Dr. Douglas opens the episode and introduces guest expert Jason Munson.

[01:17] — What Neuro Linkers Does

Jason explains how they help people change their minds using neuroscience-backed methods.

[01:45] — Understanding the Stress Pandemic

Why modern stress levels are so high and how stress affects performance and organizational culture.

[03:16] — The Unexpected vs. Expected Stress

Jason discusses how the brain reacts to surprise stressors and shares a real example of his homeowner’s insurance cancellation.

[06:58] — Internal Dialogue & Emotional Control

Exploring how our habitual “worst-case thinking” amplifies stress.

[07:23] — Metacognition in Practice

Jason explains why awareness of your thoughts is essential for emotional intelligence.

[10:06] — Thoughts Create Your Reality

How thinking → behavior → emotion creates personality and, ultimately, results.

[11:53] — Tools for Rewiring Your Thoughts

Jason outlines the “ledger method” for flipping negative thoughts into positive expectations.

[12:15] — Repetition and Neural Reprogramming

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Feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or mentally drained? In this episode of Reframe for Resilience, Dr. Frank Douglas talks with stress expert and executive coach Jenny Evans about the real source of stress — your biology — and how to reset your system in as little as 30–60 seconds.

Learn how micro-bursts of movement can burn off cortisol, re-activate your advanced brain, and help you communicate and lead with clarity. Jenny also shares how reconnecting with your purpose produces natural neurochemicals that boost confidence, grit, and long-term resilience.

Perfect for leaders, parents, or anyone navigating daily stress.

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Episode Summary:

In this powerful episode of Reframe for Resilience, Dr. Frank Douglas sits down with Jenny Evans — author, executive coach, and creator of the “Resilience Revolution.” Jenny reveals how stress begins as a chemical reaction, not a psychological one, and why addressing your biology first is the fastest path to emotional clarity and stronger leadership.

She explains how 30–60 second micro-bursts of movement can burn off cortisol, activate “bliss molecules,” and regain access to your advanced brain — the place where rational thinking, communication, and decision-making happen.

Jenny also shares strategies for reconnecting with your values, sense of purpose, and “why,” which serve as powerful anchors for resilience in times of rapid change and uncertainty. Whether you’re a leader, a parent, or someone navigating daily stress, this episode offers practical tools you can apply immediately.

Key Topics

• Why stress is a chemical event first, not just psychological
• The power of micro-bursts of movement to reset your biology in 30–60 seconds
• “Flight and fight”: reframing the stress response for leaders and teams
• How stress affects communication, emotional control, and decision-making in leadership roles
• Why reconnecting with purpose produces calming neurochemicals like GABA and endorphins
• Using purpose, values, and beliefs to build long-term grit and resilience

Timeline Summary:

[00:00 – 01:00] — Introduction of Jenny Evans and her “Resilience Revolution.”

[01:00 – 03:00] — Stress explained: how chemical changes create psychological symptoms.

[03:00 – 05:00] — Why you can’t “think your way out” of stress when the primitive brain takes over.

[05:00 – 08:00] — Real stories from leaders facing burnout and emotional overload.

[08:00 – 10:00] — Micro-bursts: jumping jacks, squats, stair sprints, and other resets.

[10:00 – 12:00] — Reframing “fight or flight” and using it intentionally before stressful moments.

[12:00 – 14:00] — Purpose as a biological resilience booster; reconnecting with values and beliefs.

[14:00 – End] — Jenny’s free cortisol reset tool and closing insights.

Links & Resources:

• Connect with Jenny Evans at Jennyevans.com
• Soul on Fire...

From homelessness to helping others heal—Jennifer Gligoric’s journey is a testament to the power of faith, resilience, and reframing fear into purpose. Join Dr. Frank L. Douglas in this heartfelt conversation about overcoming adversity, leading with compassion, and discovering the courage to pursue your divine purpose.

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Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode of Reframe for Resilience, Dr. Frank L. Douglas sits down with Jennifer Gligoric, host of the Super Clinic Project Podcast and a seasoned business consultant who transformed her life from homelessness to helping clinics and entrepreneurs find clarity and purpose.

Jennifer shares her remarkable story of survival, transformation, and faith—from living on the streets and struggling with resentment to reframing fear into courage and purpose. She discusses how her early challenges became her “superpowers,” shaping her people-centered consulting approach that helps small business owners reconnect with their divine purpose, align their teams, and create thriving workplaces.

Listeners will walk away with a renewed understanding of how to turn fear into motivation and purpose into measurable success.

Key Topics:

• Overcoming homelessness and early struggles
• Transforming resentment into empathy and self-awareness
• Discovering “superpowers” through hardship
• Helping business owners realign with their divine purpose
• Building resilience through people-centered leadership
• Asking the question: “What would I do if I were not afraid?”

Timeline Summary:

[00:00] – Introduction by Dr. Frank L. Douglas

[01:05] – Jennifer’s early life and family background in Texas

[02:21] – Facing loss, addiction, and homelessness as a teen

[03:05] – Lessons learned from hunger and struggle

[04:59] – The turning point: a moment of realization at a diner

[07:30] – Discovering the power of observation and blending in

[08:48] – Helping clinic owners identify root causes of business struggles

[09:59] – Guiding clients to rediscover their divine purpose

[11:01] – How purpose-driven strategies build stronger organizations

[11:56] – Jennifer’s advice on resilience and overcoming fear

[12:50] – Dr. Douglas’ closing reflection on courage and self-inquiry

Links & Resources:

• Listen to the Super Clinic Project Podcast at https://www.superclinicproject.com/
• Connect with Dr. Frank L. Douglas at Safe Haven Dialogues LLC
• Listen to more episodes at Reframe for Resilience Podcast

Closing Remark:

As Jennifer reminds us, resilience begins with a single question—“What would I do if I were not afraid?” When we stop letting fear define our choices and start aligning with purpose, transformation...