Resilience Brilliance

In this episode of Resilience Brilliance, Jena Taylor sits down with John Kennedy, a neuroplastician with decades of experience improving performance in high pressure organizations. Before studying the brain, John worked as a project rescue specialist, helping major organizations improve efficiency, simplify processes, and complete complex projects under tight timelines. John explains how stress,...

What if the “safe” life you built is keeping you stuck? In this episode of Resilience Brilliance, Jena Taylor sits down with Kimberley Day, an award-winning publisher, author, book and business coach, and former financial advisor, to talk about breaking free from the golden handcuffs of a career, paycheck, title, or identity that no longer fits. Kim shares her powerful story of navigating breast c...

In this episode of the Resilience Brilliance Podcast, host Jena Taylor sits down with Dr. Stephanie Duguid, leadership culture strategist, keynote speaker, podcaster, and bestselling author of Exponentially Elevate Your Leadership Impact, for a powerful conversation about high achiever burnout, workplace culture, grief, resilience, psychological safety and leadership. Stephanie shares how the sudd...

What can the Serenity Prayer teach us about resilience, addiction, acceptance, and finding peace when life feels out of control? In this episode of the Resilience Brilliance Podcast, host Jena Taylor talks with author Roberto C. Mayer about his journey from computer science and technology to studying and writing about the deeper meaning of the Serenity Prayer. Roberto’s exploration of serenity beg...

In this episode of the Resilience Brilliance Podcast, host Jena Taylor interviews Dr. Harvey Loomstein, a neuropsychologist and expert in energy and functional medicine. They explore his personal health journey, the gut-brain connection, and approaches to chronic conditions. Dr. Harvey discusses gut health, plastics, nutrition and hydration, and how lifestyle choices, including diet and stress man...

Traditional planners ask, “What do you need to get done?” But the better question is, “What do you actually have the capacity to carry, create, sustain, & overcome?” In this episode, Jena Taylor introduces the Resilience Brilliance Capacity Playbook, a practical guide to sustainable performance for high achievers, leaders, entrepreneurs, consultants, speakers, & purpose-driven professional...

Burnout is often misunderstood as a motivation problem. In this episode, resilience strategist Jena Taylor explains why burnout is actually a capacity problem. Learn how physical, mental, emotional, and relational capacity affect performance, why high achievers often miss burnout warning signs, and practical resilience strategies to rebuild capacity, prevent burnout, and sustain performance at wor...

Many survivors of narcissistic abuse struggle with self-doubt, people-pleasing, burnout, anxiety, and repeating painful relationship patterns. In this powerful conversation, resilience strategist Jennifer (Jena) Taylor sits down with trauma-informed results coach Alexa Sasha Marshall to explore what narcissistic abuse really looks like, how it impacts your nervous system, and what it takes to heal...

What happens when disaster hits your business—a cyberattack, fire, flood, or even sudden growth? Most companies aren’t prepared. In this episode of Resilience Brilliance, Jena sits down with business resilience expert Keith Erwood to discuss how organizations can prepare for disruption, protect revenue, and build systems that hold up under pressure. This conversation goes beyond theory. You’ll lea...

Summary What does it really take to heal from trauma, betrayal, and addiction? In this episode of Resilience Brilliance , Jena sits down with Helen Valentino—ex-army nurse, entrepreneur, and holistic healer—to share a journey most people never talk about. From childhood trauma to addiction and rebuilding from nothing, Helen reveals how she turned pain into purpose—and how forgiveness became the tu...

What if your dog’s food was the key to their health—and your own healing? In this episode of Resilience Brilliance , I sit down with animal rescue advocate and holistic pet health expert Wendy Chow Brown to explore the connection between resilience, grief, and caring for animals. Wendy shares how Lyme disease and personal loss reshaped her approach to dog rescue and nutrition. From medical rescues...

What happens when you stop trying to fit in—and start building a business around who you really are? In this episode of Resilience Brilliance , I sit down with artist and wedding photographer Jen Sulak, founder of Weirdo Weddings, to talk about authenticity, creativity, burnout, and building a brand that actually feels like you. Jen shares how she moved through fear, judgment, and burnout to creat...

What happens after unimaginable loss? Can you truly heal from grief—and reconnect with those you’ve lost? In this powerful episode of Resilience Brilliance , I sit down with grief counselor, hypnotherapist, and retreat leader Caryn Bird to explore grief healing after losing a child. Caryn shares her story of devastating loss, spiritual awakening, and how she transformed grief into purpose—helping...

Brain injury recovery: you can’t push through this (the truth about real resilience) | Joanne Cohen What happens when life forces you to rebuild—from your brain to your identity? 🔴 Watch this episode if: You’re navigating brain injury recovery or cognitive challenges You feel exhausted, overwhelmed, or not like yourself You’re rebuilding after trauma, loss, or a major life shift You want real too...

Struggling with weight loss—even though you know exactly what to do ? In this powerful episode of Resilience Brilliance , Jena Taylor sits down with board-certified health and wellness coach Sue Brown, who lost 120 pounds and kept it off for over 5 years —after decades of dieting, frustration, and starting over. This conversation goes beyond food. It dives into: Why ultra-processed foods hijack yo...

What if your brain could heal, adapt, and even outperform where you were before adversity? In this deeply inspiring episode of Resilience Brilliance , Jena Taylor sits down with neuroplastician John Kennedy to explore the life-changing power of neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to rewire itself for recovery, performance, and growth. From traumatic brain injury to addiction, dementia, and high-pe...

summary In this episode of Resilience Brilliance, Jena Taylor speaks with Kristine B. Jensen, a licensed psychotherapist, about her journey into therapy, the impact of childhood shame, and the hidden costs of perfectionism. They discuss the importance of self-compassion, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and how to combat the inner critic. Kristine shares insights on healing without confrontati...

The conversation begins with an introduction to Resilience Brilliance and the host's personal story of survival. Topics include: depression, suicide ideation, trauma. It then transitions into Sarah Dawkins' healing journey, her transition from nursing to entrepreneurship, and the influence of family and origin on career paths. The conversation delves into overcoming victim mentality, Sarah's cruci...

Summary Dr. Hélène Bertrand shares her journey and expertise in pain relief, offering insights into her innovative treatments and the impact of her work on chronic pain sufferers. She also emphasizes the importance of good sleep, diet, exercise, and relationships in managing pain. The conversation with Helene Bertrand MD covers her early medical education, innovative treatments for pain relief, ch...

Summary In this episode of Resilience Brilliance, host Jena Taylor speaks with Rev. Jodi Suson, who shares her incredible journey of overcoming misdiagnosis and chronic health conditions through natural healing methods. They discuss the significant impact of food and water quality on health, the role of medication, and the importance of spirituality and prayer in recovery. Jodi emphasizes the need...

The conversation begins with an introduction to Resilience Brilliance, followed by Becky's resilience journey and her work in marriage crisis counseling. Becky shares her personal journey of self-discovery and growth, and the importance of embracing alone time for personal development. The conversation covers themes of self-care, empowerment, emotional maturity, overcoming fear, the stages of a dy...

Olga Alexeeva shares her inspiring journey from Moscow to New York, starting over in a new country, discovering a passion for painting, opening an art gallery, achieving a goal, rediscovering purpose and joy, and living with purpose and impact. Olga's story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the transformative power of finding one's spark. The conversation covers the journey of embra...

The Resilience Brilliance podcast, hosted by Jena Taylor, focuses on overcoming adversity and challenges. Dr. Mort Orman, a 40-year anger elimination expert, shares insights on reprogramming the brain to eliminate anger and stress. He debunks myths and provides real-life examples of transforming anger. The conversation also addresses long-held anger and the impact of anger in relationships. The co...

Summary  In this episode of the Resilience Brilliance podcast, host Jena Taylor speaks with Maggie Jurajda, an alignment architect, about her journey from burnout to clarity and resilience. Maggie shares her personal story of overcoming challenges, including her experiences with anxiety and the importance of alignment in business. They discuss the concept of human design and how it can help indivi...

Summary In this episode of Resilience Brilliance, Jena Taylor and Tiffanie Kellog discuss resilience, time management, and the importance of prioritizing life. Tiffanie shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity and how she transformed her life after significant loss. They explore the challenges of balancing work and personal life, the role of technology in managing time, and the importan...