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The Nervous System Eats First: Autism Spectrum, Menopause & Beyond

Dr. Stacey Denise | The Neuroaesthetic MD
Artificial Intelligence
Nervous System
Color Psychology
Emotional Wellness
Emotional Eating
Neurodivergence
Emotional Wellbeing
Nervous System Regulation
Self-Care
Therapeutic Sound
Digital Bias
Technocolonialism
Healthcare Bias
Neurodivergent Women
Techno-Racism
Cultural History
Environmental Art
Nature Therapy
Nutrition
Food Addiction

The Nervous System Eats First is a podcast about the midlife body—when masking stops working, menopause hits hard, and your nervous system demands more than just supplements and willpower. Hosted by Dr. Stacey Denise, a board-certified physician and founder of the Neuroaesthetic MD™ method, this show invites listeners into a new kind of recovery: one where healing begins through the senses. Each e... more

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Episode 14: Hot Flashes at Night? Breath As Medicine

Guest: Angelia Abouhassan — founder of The Breath Lady Project, trauma-informed breathwork facilitator, stroke survivor, and Hatha yoga teacher

Release Date: November 4, 2025

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Episode: Eating Feels Impossible? 3 Food-Environment Fixes for Perimenopausal Neurodivergent Women

Guest: Michael Lawrence — Master Chef (World Master Chef Society), Licensed Architect

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Temple Grandin and Dr. Stacey Denise outline digital-hygiene rules for autistic adults: what the algorithm rabbit hole does to mental health, the one-hour screen rule, how to curate your feed, and simple swaps for real-world connecti... more

Welcome to The Nervous System Eats First — a podcast where science, story, and sensory wisdom meet to help neurodivergent women in midlife and menopause reclaim energy, intimacy, and emotional clarity.

I’m Dr. Stacey Denise, a physician-artist and N... more

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Dr. Kelly Mahler
An occupational therapist and expert in interoception, known for her empathetic approaches and author of resources on the subject.
Author and expert on interoception
Episode: Do You Feel Emotionally Numb or Disconnected in Midlife? You’re Not Alone
Dr. Nina Cherie Franklin
Clinical nutritionist, researcher, and visionary creator of That Salad Lady, advocating for bio-individual nourishment.
That Salad Lady
Episode: Stop Starving Your Brain: Food, Flexibility & Burnout Recovery with Dr. Franklin
Tameka Tate
Founder of Meltdown Candle Bar, TED Talk Speaker, and designer of immersive wellness experiences rooted in scent and community healing.
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Episode: Still Burned Out? Light a Ritual with Tameka Tate
Ann Yakimovicz
Abstract environmental artist and founder of Ann Yakie Art LLC
Ann Yakie Art LLC
Episode: Paint to Remember: How Abstract Art Anchors Emotion, Memory & Ritual with Ann Yakimovicz
Nadia Murdock
Mindset and movement coach, founder of Nadia Murdock FIT, and creator of the Ultimate Vitality Method
Nadia Murdock FIT
Episode: If You Feel Off in Your Body, It Might Be This... (And It’s Not What You Ate)
Douglas Moore Jr.
A rising voice in responsible AI development and cultural systems design
Episode: ERASED: How AI Bias Impacts Beauty, Identity & Belonging
Dr. Monique Akassi
Director of First Year Writing and Founder of the AI Research Symposium
Howard University
Episode: Own Your Image — Technocolonialism, AI Beauty & Sensory Sovereignty
Dr. Monika Kasi
A professor of rhetoric, cultural critic, and an emerging AI systems architect.
Episode: The Aesthetic Revolution You Didn’t See Coming

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Dr. Stacey Denise
Host, physician, neuroaesthetic lifestyle medicine expert, and creator of The Color Reset Method, focusing on the intersection of health, technology, and emotional well-being.

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The Aesthetic Revolution You Didn’t See Coming
Q: What does neuroaesthetic wellness mean?
It means honoring what your nervous system is telling you and not forcing it to adapt.
The Aesthetic Revolution You Didn’t See Coming
Q: Can beauty become a form of medicine?
Yes, beauty can be reframed in a way that supports healing and emotional wellness.
If You Feel Off in Your Body, It Might Be This... (And It’s Not What You Ate)
Q: How do you help clients reframe movement from being a punishment to a permission?
Nadia encourages a gratitude approach to movement, asking clients to explore different types of workouts that resonate with them, making movement a joyful experience rather than an obligation.
If You Feel Off in Your Body, It Might Be This... (And It’s Not What You Ate)
Q: How do you help women of color reclaim wellness from performance culture?
Nadia emphasizes the importance of representation in fitness and wellness, creating spaces where women feel seen and heard, and providing modifications to ensure everyone can participate without feeling judged.
If You Feel Off in Your Body, It Might Be This... (And It’s Not What You Ate)
Q: How do you help clients understand that emotional eating isn't about weakness?
Emotional eating is a brain's reward system seeking safety and comfort when emotions run high. We need to detach from the automatic reaction of grabbing food and instead engage in therapeutic actions, like journaling, to understand our feelings.

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Content centers around the relationship between the nervous system and emotional wellness, with a specific focus on sensory regulation and identity, particularly for neurodivergent individuals. Each episode features discussions with experts from various fields, covering topics such as interoception, nutritional approaches to mental health, the therapeutic effects of art and color, and the implications of artificial intelligence in the context of emotional health. The unique intersection of lifestyle medicine, aesthetics, and technology ethics sets this content apart, making it a valuable resource for those who are navigating personal challenges related to mental well-being and sensory experiences. It encourages listeners to reconnect with t... more

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