In this episode I discuss how the amount of power we believe we have is determined by how we tell our story re: space, time as well as whether we are telling it, anchored in the truth of emotional closeness. I share the value in optimizing one’

I'm a lil too John Wayne

Jul 7th, 2023 8m 44s

Welcome to another episode of the Optimal Response Initiative with Dr Kristina Seymour. Did you know that there is research out there that says when we hear a story at different places, different times, but the same story, our heart rates synch

ORI CONTINUUM RESPONSE LINES BETWEEN PAIN TO GAIN, ISOLATION TO CONNECTION & FAITH TO ACTION

Jun 18th, 2023 51m 51s

dopamine, a molecule in the brain and body that greatly influences levels of motivation. When dopamine levels are high, we are energized, believe we can do what we need to do (high self-efficacy), and highly focused on attaining/gaining somethi

OPTIMAL EXTREMES

May 28th, 2023 52m 41s

During this episode, I share my realization that there’s a Continuum Response Line for everything because without the extremes we can’t be aware of a continuum between those extremes. The ORI Continuum Response Line – giving you a way to get ou

EXTREMES

May 5th, 2023 29m 25s

In this episode on EXTREMES, I remind you that there are several extremes that are used as tools within the Optimal Response Initiative: (ORI): the ORI continuum response line, the lower intensity to higher intensity extremes with emotions, and

Creatively THRIVING

Apr 23rd, 2023 56m 12s

In this episode, I empower you in that you have the ability to creatively problem solve and THRIVE. I discuss how convergent and divergent thinking are key to being able to generate creative ideas and provide three types of meditation tools th

Emotes are energy in motion within us

Apr 7th, 2023 36m 11s

SEASON 1, EPISODE 11 OPTIMAL RESPONSE INITIATIVE (ORI) Dr. Kristina Seymour https://ORI.KristinaSeymour.ComIn this episode, Dr. Seymour reviews that Emotes are (energy in motion within us) moving up and out to give us intel about what we may NE

EMOTIONS: aka EMOTES are energy in motion, moving up and out within us to give us Intel for Thriving!

Mar 24th, 2023 1h 26m

Over the last 25 years ORI has been developed by Dr. Seymour, personally for her own use because she needed it; then, she created tangible tools from her unique insights in the form of handouts and tools that she shared with her children, close

The Benefits of Stage 4 REM

Mar 17th, 2023 1h 48m

In this episode Dr. Seymour focuses on the benefits of Stage 4 REMWhy it is so importantWays that too much Noradrenaline (Norepinephrine) - adrenaline in the brain as well as Serotonin can inhibit REM Additional ways you may be able to optimiz

This is a story about Harmony the Hippo.

Mar 15th, 2023 20m 12s

BONUS EPISODEHave you ever listened to something to help you fall asleep? Today's BONUS EPISODE will help you do just that. Dr Kristina Seymour takes you on the journey of catching the thriving train with a calm and relaxing story of Harmony th

Components of sleep & the things that you can do to enhance and improve the overall quantity and quality of your sleep.

Mar 10th, 2023 49m 49s

Dr. Kristina Seymour continues to discuss the importance of optimizing your sleep. In this episode she focuses on components of sleep, aspects of sleep and the things that you can do to enhance and improve the overall quantity and quality of yo

The Three S’s of Sleep

Mar 3rd, 2023 1h 11m

Dr. Seymour discusses the importance of recognizing that which we SAY greatly influences the quality of our day, of our emotional experiences, and our subsequent behaviors. It is important to recognize the content and quality of our thoughts. T

Capitalize on your ability to catastrophize.

Feb 17th, 2023 53m 10s

Capitalize on your ability to Catastrophize THEN use that Intel to THRIVE!In this episode Dr. Seymour discusses current research that she is very excited about because it provides evidence that recognizing and focusing on “worst” on the ORI Con

Capitalize on your ability to catastrophize.

Feb 17th, 2023 53m 10s

The Mind Body Connection - What’s in it for YOU?

Feb 10th, 2023 1h 4m

The Mind Body Connection - What’s in it for YOU? This week Dr. Seymour reminds you to use your ORI Tools: SIT REPORTThriving vs Merely Surviving (using your senses to pay attention to thriving things), and she continues to discuss how intricate

A Present Mind Is A Happy Mind

Feb 3rd, 2023 1h 17m

Dr. Seymour discusses current research re: A Present Mind is a Happy Mind. Humans spend a lot of time thinking about what is not going on around them, this makes them unhappy. When people focus on the task at hand, they are happier. And this i

Context is Key & more OPTMAL than “Just Breathe” or “Just count to Ten.”

Jan 27th, 2023 1h 20m

Whenever we have an opportunity to respond to our own physical symptoms, thoughts and emotions, other people, and circumstances (which occurs hundreds, to thousands, of times a day), we have a choice. And, that choice exists on an ORI Continuum

Variables of Resiliency

Jan 20th, 2023 42m 50s

In this #1 Optimal Response Initiative – a Behind the Service Podcast, Dr. Kristina Seymour introduces the major concepts of her ORI Workbooks (Military & Civilian Versions) that she will be taking listeners through over the next many weeks. Dr

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Jan 15th, 2023 51s

ORI.KristinaSeymour.comPodcast for Educational & Informational Purposes only. Nothing we say should ever be in place of professional counseling or reaching out for help! If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please

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