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EP251: Befriend Your Brain: Parenting, Compassion, and Practical Neuroscience with Dr. Rachel Barr

What if the secret to thriving isn’t fixing your brain but befriending it? Neuroscientist Rachel Barr shares powerful insights on how curiosity, compassion, and small daily shifts can unlock calm, clarity, and confidence. Discover why pushing harder keeps you stuck and what actually helps your brain work for you. Tune in to learn how to make your brain your greatest ally starting today. What to expect in this episode: • Why “try harder” fails and how the right environment sets your brain up for success • Why "try harder" sets your brain up for failure and how the right environment can set it up for success. • How befriending your brain can transform how you live and learn • The power of compassion to silence pressure and perfectionism • Why small, meaningful actions matter more than big life overhauls • What happens when we protect curiosity instead of forcing kids to fit the mold About Dr. Rachel Bar Rachel Barr is a neuroscientist, science communicator, and author with over a million followers across social media. She holds a master’s in molecular neuroscience and is completing her PhD on memory formation during sleep. Passionate about demystifying brain science, Rachel creates engaging content that bridges academic research with everyday life, empowering audiences to make informed choices about mental health. Her playful storytelling makes neuroscience accessible and entertaining, establishing her as a standout voice in science communication. Rachel’s first book, How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend (DK), has recently been published in the UK and US. Connect with Dr. Rachel • Book: How to Make Your Brain Your Best Friend | Hardcover | https://geni.us/kJRb • Instagram: @drrachelbarr • TikTok: DrRachelBarr Get your FREE copy of 12 Key Coaching Tools for Parents at https://impactparents.com/gift. Connect with Impact Parents: • Instagram:   / impactparents   • Facebook:   / impactparent   • LinkedIn:   / impactparents   • X:   / impactparents