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The Science of Peace as a Practice: Why We Lose Our Calm and How to Get It Back
Default to YES: From Regulation to Reinvention — For Nurses Ready for More
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In this week’s episode of Default to Yes, Nurse Coach Juli Reynolds explores the intersection of neuroscience and soul — teaching how to train your brain and body for calm in a world that constantly pulls you out of it.
We’ll unpack the science behind peace as a trainable state — not just an emotional wish. Learn how your vagus nerve, breath, and daily rituals work together to help you recover from stress, restore balance, and re-engage with the world with purpose.
If you’ve felt reactive, drained, or tempted to “just stop caring,” this episode will help you rediscover your center and your calling.
You’ll learn:
- What happens in the brain when stress hijacks your calm
- The role of the vagus nerve in emotional resilience
- How breathwork and essential oils regulate your nervous system
- Why resignation isn’t peace — and how to shift back into engagement
- A simple 3-step daily ritual to strengthen your peace reflex
Resources Mentioned:
- Peace in Motion Challenge — train your brain and body for calm and connection
- Essential oils for peace: Bergamot, Cedarwood, and Frankincense
Join the Peace in Motion Challenge — a guided week to restore your mind-body connection and build resilience from the inside out.
👉 https://www.coachingwithjuli.com/peace
Default to YES! (Your Extraordinary Self)
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Juli Reynolds, BSN, RN is a Board Certified Nurse Coach and Aromatherapist
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