Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D. “Breath is the bridge which connects life to consciousness, which unites your body to your thoughts.” — Thích Nhất Hạnh We take roughly 20,000 breaths each day, most of them without giving breathing any conscious thought. Unlike many functions of the autonomic nervous system, breathing occupies an unusual space between automatic and voluntary control. Your heart continues beating without your instruction. Digestion proceeds largely outside consciou

Task paralysis asks, “How do I make this feel safe, clear, and small enough to approach?” Task initiation difficulty asks, “How do I create enough activation and momentum to begin?”

Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D. “The faintest ink is more powerful than the strongest memory.” -Traditional Chinese Proverb Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you went there? Struggled to retrieve the name of someone you know well? Found yourself searching for your phone while it was already in your hand? For many of us, these moments become a little more noticeable as we get older. And when they happen, another thought sometimes follows close behind: Is this norm

Metamemory is the part of thinking and a subcategory of the executive function, metacognition, that helps us understand, monitor and manage our own memory. It is how we know we are likely to forget a name, a task on our to-do list, or to follow-up on a critical assignment. Forgetting is easy to notice. What is harder to notice is the quiet mental work that happens before, during and after remembering. That quiet work is known as metamemory.

Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D. "The best moments in our lives are not the passive, receptive, relaxing times. The best moments usually occur when a person's body or mind is stretched to its limits in a voluntary effort to accomplish something difficult and worthwhile."— Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Have you ever become so immersed in an activity that the outside world seemed to disappear? Perhaps you were writing, painting, solving a complex problem, playing music, gardening, practic

Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D. The palest ink is more reliable than the strongest memory. Traditional Chinese Proverb In an era dominated by smartphones, digital calendars and productivity apps, one might assume that paper planners would have become obsolete long ago. They haven't. Personally, despite my appreciation for technology—and I truly do appreciate it—I never abandoned the paper planner. I use both. Some of my colleagues, however, traded their planners for a fully digi

While summer provides a much-needed respite from this demanding pace, it also presents a unique opportunity for continued growth and development. Research consistently demonstrates that children can experience declines in reading, math and other foundational literacy skills during the summer months when academic learning opportunities become limited—a phenomenon often referred to as the "summer slide."

Mens Sana in Corpore Sano - Juvenal A healthy Mind in a Healthy Body Increasingly, neuroscience, psychoneuroimmunology and behavioral medicine are converging around a central realization: sustainable health requires attention not only to thoughts and emotions, but also to the physiological state of the nervous system itself.

Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D., RYT A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions. - Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. Neuroplasticity, the brain’s capacity to be shaped, refined and reorganized over time, offers renewed hope and stands as one of the most far-reaching discoveries in modern science. For decades, neuroscience was guided by the belief that the brain, our internal operating system, became largely fixed after a certain age. With its b

In recent years, the concept of nervous system regulation has entered mainstream conversations vis-a-vis stress, mental health, and overall well-being. Most people intuitively understand that regulating the nervous system is beneficial, yet many are left wondering: What does that actually look like in daily life? A related question often follows: What does a regulated nervous system actually feel like?

Written by: Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D., RYT YOUR ENVIRONMENT EITHER SUPPORTS YOUR EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONING- OR SILENTLY DRAINS IT Organization is a key executive functioning skill that shapes how we manage tasks, time and information. Without strong organizational abilities, even the most capable individuals can struggle to meet deadlines, keep track of responsibilities or maintain focus . Understanding how organization works as part of executive functioning and learning to se

Mindfulness, the act of paying attention to the present moment with a non-judgmental attitude, has become quite the buzz word in recent times. Endlessly featured on social media, magazines, television, and YouTube videos, its overuse may contribute to the dilution of its meaning and, therefore, its therapeutic benefits.

In today's fast-paced world, the quest for efficiency and purpose has become more critical than ever. Many individuals find themselves overwhelmed by distractions, struggling to maintain focus, and often feeling unfulfilled in their daily lives. However, by harnessing the principles of executive functioning, mindfulness, and the flow state, it is possible to navigate life with greater clarity and energy. This combination leverages productivity and efficiency.

Panic attacks represent the quintessential experience of extreme overwhelm and terror in which your body, within minutes, autonomically (or automatically) arouses and springs into action, believing all is not well and danger is lurking nearby.

Nightfall is more than the end of the day — it is an invitation to turn inward, to reflect, to dream, to listen, and to remember the language that only darkness can speak.

Written by: Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D., RYT This article explores the role of yoga as a proactive component of healthcare. Increasingly recognized for its capacity to address key risk factors associated with chronic illness, yoga promotes overall health, resilience, and vitality. Although further research is warranted to clarify its long-term impact on specific medical conditions, emerging evidence supports the integration of yoga into preventative health protocols. A critic

Written by: Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D., RYT THERE IS NO LIMIT TO HOW INSPIRED, HOW KNOWLEDGEABLE AND HOW SUCCESSFUL YOU CAN BECOME !...

In the pursuit of achievement, productivity, or status, many people ignore the quiet signals of stress and fatigue until the body begins to break down. Ignoring these signs, however, will not make the symptoms go away. In fact, the opposite occurs. They become louder, refusing to be ignored.

Written by: Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D., RYT The human brain is a powerhouse. Weighing just about 3 pounds, it makes up only 2% of our...

Written by: Marie T. Rogers, MPS, Ph.D., RYT The right questions allow for clarity, targeted problem solving, and resolution. In today's...