Bonita Ackerman du Preez
Bonita Ackerman du Preez
#72 Rewire Your Brain for Success: Using Goals to Heal Anxiety and PTSD
#72 Rewire Your Brain for Success: Using Goals to Heal Anxiety and PTSD
#72 Rewire Your Brain for Success: Using Goals to Heal Anxiety and PTSD
Sunday 18th May 2025
Discover how goal setting can transform your brain, boosting motivation and healing anxiety with Bonita Ackerman du Preez.
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Bonita Ackerman du Preez
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Recovery from Trauma
Healing from Sexual Trauma
Mindful Recovery
Healing Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Goal setting activates the brain's dopamine system.
- Trauma can shrink brain size, affecting mood.
- Neuroplasticity is key to rewiring the brain.
- Setting clear goals can lead to cognitive changes.
- Happy chemicals boost motivation and productivity.
Goal setting can literally change the structure of your brain.
Are you ready to unlock the power of your brain? In this episode of The Trauma Recovery School, Bonita Ackerman du Preez shares her expertise on how setting goals can help heal anxiety and PTSD. Bonita, an award-winning trauma recovery therapist, explains the science behind goal setting and its transformative effects on our brain.
With her engaging style, she takes listeners on a journey through the intricacies of neuroplasticity and how it can be harnessed to rewire our brains for success. You'll learn about the crucial role of dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and oxytocin in boosting motivation and productivity. Bonita reveals how trauma can shrink the brain's size, leading to feelings of anxiety and depression. But fear not!
She outlines a pathway to change, emphasising the importance of moving from the emotional right brain to the logical left brain. Bonita's discussion is peppered with practical advice on setting clear and meaningful goals. She highlights how activating specific regions of the brain can lead to a cascade of cognitive changes that pave the way for achievement. Her insights offer a beacon of hope for those grappling with trauma, anxiety, and stress.
Whether you're looking to enhance your cognitive functions or simply seeking motivation to tackle life's challenges, this episode is a must-listen. Bonita's blend of humour and expertise makes complex neuroscience accessible and engaging. So why not take a step towards healing and success by tuning in today?