In this episode Courtney uses a recent crisis in her family to share methods of coping. She discusses nervous system dysregulation from an evolutionary and neurological perspective, including ways to recognize it in yourself and ways to cope. She also discusses ways to "hack" your brain chemistry to promote positive feelings even when things are difficult. Finally, she draws from the work of Viktor Frankl and the idea of "tragic optimism" or the ability to find meaning and value amid the challenges we face. 

Plugs in this episode include Viktor Frankl, Emily and Amelia Nagoski's work on burnout, and the Ten Percent Happier podcast. 

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