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Why Love Matters Psychology and Neuroscience show that love is not just an emotion but a biological state of safety and regulation. In this Valentine’s Day episode of Brave Moves, we explore C.S. Lewis’s four types of love — storge (affection), philia (friendship), eros (romantic love), and agape (charity) — and how redefining love expands emotional resilience, nervous system regulation, and perso...

Destiny isn’t something that happens to you, it’s something you create through your thoughts, actions, and relationships. In this episode of Brave Moves , we explore how positive intention, consistent action, and meaningful connection shape your future, and why what you send into the lives of others always comes back into your own. You’ll learn: The science behind how thoughts and actions shape de...

What if a breakthrough isn’t about doing more, but about seeing differently? In this episode of Brave Moves , we explore what a breakthrough really is from a neuroscience and nervous system perspective, how it differs from growth, and why breakthroughs often arrive quietly after periods of discomfort. You’ll learn: The psychological difference between growth and breakthrough How breakthroughs reor...

Empowering your path isn’t about having everything figured out, it’s about reclaiming agency, self-trust, and alignment in your daily choices. In this episode of Brave Moves , we explore what empowerment really means, how confidence is built through action, and how small, intentional decisions help regulate the nervous system and build momentum. You’ll learn: Why empowerment is rooted in agency, n...

Memories shape more than our past, they influence how our nervous system responds in the present. In this episode of Brave Moves , we explore how memories live in the body, how emotional memory impacts stress and regulation, and how reconnecting with safe memories can support confidence, balance, and nervous system health. You’ll learn: How memories are stored emotionally, not as exact recordings...

Fun is often the first thing we cut when life gets serious, but from a nervous system perspective, fun isn’t optional, it’s essential. In this episode of Brave Moves , we explore why fun has been mislabeled as frivolous, how enjoyment supports nervous system regulation, and why permission to experience joy is critical for health, balance, and resilience. You’ll learn: Why fun lowers cortisol and s...

Have you ever woken up around 3:00 AM with your brain racing, replaying conversations, worrying about the future, or feeling a sense of urgency that makes no sense in the daylight? You’re not broken, and it’s not just “anxiety.”  There’s real biology behind why this happens. In this episode of Brave Moves , we explore why early-morning wake-ups are so common, what’s happening in your brain and ner...

Meditation doesn’t have to look like sitting cross-legged in silence with a perfectly calm mind. In this episode of Brave Moves , Julie breaks down what meditation actually is—and why most people think they’re “bad” at it when they’re not. If you’ve ever tried to meditate and felt more distracted, restless, or frustrated, this conversation is for you. Julie walks you through a simple, real-life me...

Relationships don’t create your triggers. They activate old survival patterns that were already there. In this Brave Moves episode, Julie explores one of the most misunderstood truths about love and partnership: relationships are not meant to heal us or fix our wounds for us. Instead, they reveal where our work still lives and invite us to take responsibility for our own nervous systems. Julie sha...

Sometimes you need a push. Sometimes you need permission to rest. In this Brave Moves episode, Julie explores a simple but powerful distinction that can completely change how you support yourself and others: knowing when you need a pep talk and when you need a hug . A pep talk is about mobilization. It helps shift your mindset from “I can’t” to “I will.” It’s a tool for courage, performance, and a...

Clutter isn’t just about stuff.  It’s about stories. In this Brave Moves episode, Julie explores how the things we hold onto “just in case” often reflect deeper beliefs about worth, safety, and whether we believe our best days are ahead of us or behind us. Expired vitamins. Old mugs. Drawers full of dust and postponed decisions. On the surface, everything may look fine, but clutter is often trappe...

Have you ever realized you’ve been paying for something month after month that you no longer use, enjoy, or even remember signing up for? In this Brave Moves episode, Julie shares a personal story about an unexpected subscription that quietly drained her bank account for years and how it became the perfect metaphor for people pleasing. People pleasing often starts as a survival strategy. It helps...

In a world where heartbreaking news and beautiful moments often exist side by side, how do we hold it all without shutting down, burning out, or feeling guilty for experiencing joy? In this Brave Moves episode, Julie reflects on the deep duality of life. One moment marked by devastating loss and grief, the next by the miracle of new life. Through this lens, she explores why we are allowed to feel...

Being capable doesn’t mean you’re meant to carry everything. In this Brave Moves episode, Julie expands on the Fierce Life conversation and dismantles one of the most common traps high-performing women fall into: believing that capability equals responsibility. Just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should . This episode explores how true fierceness is not about hustle or over-function...

In this conversation, Julie DeLucca-Collins explores the concept of living fiercely, emphasizing the importance of self-trust, setting boundaries, and embracing one's true self. She discusses how many individuals, particularly women, often shrink back due to societal pressures and the need for validation. By sharing personal anecdotes and insights, she encourages listeners to stop outsourcing...

In this episode, Julie DeLucca-Collins explores three profound truths: identity, healing, and the illusion of safety. She discusses how our identities are often shaped by survival instincts and societal expectations, leading to a false sense of self. Healing is portrayed as a messy but necessary process that requires change and emotional honesty. The illusion of safety is examined, emphasizing tha...

Some days, the world feels heavy. Headlines are constant, emotions run high, and your nervous system can feel like it never gets a break. In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie shares gentle, practical strategies to manage overwhelm from current events. You’ll learn how to stay informed without emotional burnout, ground your body when anxiety rises, process difficult feelings safely, and care for y...

Most people think the brain is just a place where memories are stored. But the truth is, your brain is running the entire show. Your decisions.  Your confidence.  Your habits.  Your stress.  Your success. Up to 95 percent of your life is driven by subconscious thoughts and beliefs, many of which you never intentionally chose. In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie explores how your mind creates you...

Have you ever wanted something so badly that losing it felt like the end of your story? At nineteen, Julie was engaged to the love of her life. Then a sudden tragedy changed everything, leaving her heartbroken, uncertain, and unable to imagine a future she once planned so clearly. Years later, she would come to understand that what felt like loss was actually redirection. In this deeply personal e...

What if everything in your life is your fault? Not in a shameful way. Not in a blaming way.  But in a radically freeing way. In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie explores the concept of radical responsibility through a powerful monk teaching on enlightenment and a simple story about a spilled cup of coffee. Together, these lessons reveal why life’s “bumps” are not the true cause of our reactions,...

What if the missing ingredient in your confidence isn’t more willpower… but one person who believes in you? In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie explores the psychology behind self-belief, the powerful Pygmalion Effect, and why certain people in our lives act as “believing mirrors” who reflect back our strengths, potential, and possibilities before we can see them ourselves. Through personal stor...

Have you ever heard a song and instantly been transported back to a moment in your life? That is not just nostalgia. It is neuroscience. In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie explores how music activates multiple regions of the brain, why the amygdala links songs to emotion and memory, and how music evokes autobiographical memories that shape our identity. You will learn why songs can trigger powe...

Success can feel hard when everything feels overwhelming. In a world that praises speed, hustle, and failing fast, patience has quietly become a lost art. Yet without patience, we stay stuck, unmotivated, and mentally exhausted. In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie explores why focusing too far ahead keeps us overwhelmed, how our brains react to uncertainty, and why patience is not passive but a...

Feeling behind in life can quietly drain confidence and motivation. In this episode of Brave Moves, Julie explores why the “I should be further along” mindset shows up, how comparison creates false timelines, and how to reclaim your own pace. You’ll walk away with a grounded reframe, gentle encouragement, and a reminder that progress does not have to be loud to be real. In this episode: Why the fe...

Why do so many habits fail even when motivation is high? In this episode of Brave Moves , Julie explores why identity-based change is more powerful and sustainable than relying on willpower alone. Drawing on behavioral science and neuroscience, this conversation explains how your brain updates identity through action and why alignment, not effort, creates consistency. You’ll learn why willpower is...