Nervous System & Nonprofit Leadership: Simple Habits to Regain Calm | Bess Newton

Welcome to these real conversations about how nervous system regulation supports us through leadership and parenting. While this isn't clinical mom therapy, it’s a space to nurture resilience and find calm amidst life's chaos without the pressure to perform.Most companies and organizations overlook one of the most powerful tools for managing stress and burnout—your nervous system. In this candid conversation, Erin sits down with Bess, the executive director of the Guilford Green Foundation and LGBTQ Center, to share practical ways to nurture your nervous system in high-stress, high-impact roles. Bess opens up about her personal journey balancing a demanding career, parenting teenagers, and navigating community trauma with grace and groundedness.Whether you are seeking innovative approaches to flexible schedules, learning how to shift perceptions around self-care, or just needing permission to take a quick nap, this episode offers a compassionate, science-based roadmap for prioritizing your well-being.When nonprofit, work, or family chaos peaks, the Mind Circuit App (formerly Ease) can help. Using its Bilateral Brain Stimulation (BLS) and mood tracking features is a low-burden way to gently anchor your nervous system back into a state of clarity.**** Welcome & why your nervous system is the most overlooked leadership tool.**** Why nonprofits struggle with mental health & how leaders can champion a self-care culture.**** The hidden challenges of parenting teenagers and reconnecting families during collective stress.**** The surprising power of a nap, a snack, and a quick walk to reset your nervous system.**** Navigating community trauma and external stressors with groundedness.Bess is a dedicated nonprofit leader with decades of experience advocating for LGBTQ rights and well-being. Her work as an executive director and her personal journey parenting teenagers provides invaluable insights into managing stress and nurturing resilience in complex, high-pressure environments.Disclaimer: The term "Mom Therapy" is used for educational and discoverability purposes only. This podcast is not a replacement for clinical treatment, psychotherapy, or professional medical advice.Social Media Linkshttps://www.facebook.com/bess.goodhead/https://www.newtonandmyers.com/abouthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bess-newton-011a096This isn't therapy or a how-to show—it's two real humans noticing what's showing up and trying to be kinder to ourselves. If you're tired of perfectly staged mom content and want authentic conversation about women's health, mental health, and motherhood, this is your space. This conversation speaks to women navigating stress, advocacy for their own health, and the invisible nervous-system load so many carry quietly.Support the Show:If this episode helped you understand your wiring a little better, please follow the show and leave a 5-star review. It helps us reach more people looking for their own "Aha!" moments.© 2025 Mind Circuit Inc. All right reserved. YouTube → @erin_notestomynervoussystemWebsite → ⁠⁠https://mindcircuit.org⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠@MindcircuitDisclaimer: "Mom therapy" discussions are purely educational and do not replace clinical advice.