{"href":"http://player.captivate.fm/services/oembed?url=http%3A%2F%2Fplayer.captivate.fm%2Fepisode%2Ffaeae2fe-b498-484e-8f58-ad2010ade0fe","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Captivate.FM","provider_url":"https://www.captivate.fm","width":600,"height":200,"type":"rich","html":"<iframe style=\"width: 100%; height: 200px;\" title=\"The Neuroscience of Mindfulness with Jamey Maniscalco\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allow=\"clipboard-write\" seamless src=\"http://player.captivate.fm/episode/faeae2fe-b498-484e-8f58-ad2010ade0fe\"></iframe>","title":"The Neuroscience of Mindfulness with Jamey Maniscalco","description":"In this episode of Soul Sparks, host Saima welcomes Jamey Maniscalco, neuroscientist, educator, and founder of Manifest Wellness, to explore the science behind mindfulness. Jamey demystifies how mindfulness rewires the brain through neuroplasticity, explaining why consistent practice builds emotional regulation, focus, and self-awareness. He also discusses why behavioral change feels hard, how the brain craves instant gratification, and how even small, daily mindful moments can spark lasting transformation. Drawing on neuroscience, growth mindset principles, and real-world examples, Jamey offers actionable strategies for anyone struggling to stay consistent with mindfulness.\nAbout the Guest:Jamey Maniscalco is a neuroscientist, professor at Regis University, and founder of Manifest Wellness. He specializes in translating cutting-edge brain science into practical wellness habits that people can use daily. His work focuses on neuroplasticity, behavioral change, emotional regulation, and the neuroscience of mindfulness.\nKey Takeaways:\n\n\nMindfulness reshapes the brain by strengthening attention, emotional regulation, and interoception.\n\n\nNeuroplasticity allows for lifelong brain change \u2014 even small, consistent habits have a big impact.\n\n\nBehavioral change struggles often stem from our brain's preference for short-term gratification.\n\n\nGrowth mindset empowers us to embrace learning and change, regardless of age or past experiences.\n\n\nSimple mindful moments like conscious breathing or mindful toothbrushing can build mindfulness without formal meditation.\n\n\nNature, even in small doses, plays a powerful role in stress reduction and cognitive restoration.\n\n\nConnect with Jamey Maniscalco:\n\n\nWebsite: manifestwellnessco\n\n\nEmail: jamey@manifestwellnessco\n\n\nLinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook: Search \u201cManifest Wellness\u201d\n\n\n\u00a0\nWant to be a guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? DM on PM - Send me a message on PodMatch\n\n\nDM Me Here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/avik\n\n\nTune to all our 15 podcasts: https://www.podbean.com/podcast-network/healthymindbyavik\n\n\nSubscribe To Newsletter: https://healthymindbyavik.substack.com/\n\n\nJoin Community: https://nas.io/healthymind\n\n\nStay Tuned And Follow Us!YouTube \u2013 https://www.youtube.com/@healthymind-healthylifeInstagram \u2013 https://www.instagram.com/healthyminds.podThreads \u2013 https://www.threads.net/@healthyminds.podFacebook \u2013 https://www.facebook.com/podcast.healthymindLinkedIn \u2013 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reemachatterjee/ | https://www.linkedin.com/in/avikchakrabortypodcaster\n#podmatch #healthymind #healthymindbyavik #wellness","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/31f4af9e-cc4e-409a-98fb-653e1f193907/mtdlnc5qcgc.jpg"}