Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes
Science & Soul with Dr Kristen Holmes
Podcast Description
Science & Soul with Dr. Kristen Holmes is your guide to personal transformation- where cutting-edge performance science meets the depth of the human spirit. Through powerful expertise and insights, Dr. Kristen reveals how you can reclaim agency over your life, align with your values and purpose, and unlock your full potential.
For anyone feeling stuck - Dr Kristen Holmes invites you to understand how to flourish in today's complex world.
Dr Kristen Holmes is the Global Head Human Performance at WHOOP, a leading human performance company. A three-time All-American athlete and two-time Big Ten Athlete of the Year in field hockey and basketball at the University of Iowa, Kristen was also a seven-year member of the U.S. National Field Hockey Team. As a coach, she led Princeton University to 12 league titles in 13 seasons and a National Championship, making her one of the most successful coaches in Ivy League history.
Science and Soul will offer a fresh perspective on human performance- unpacking the capacity of an individual to intentionally behave at a level equal to their physical and emotional potential. This is more than a show - this is an invitation to understand how humans can flourish and thrive in a complex world. Welcome!
Instagram: @scienceandsoul & @drkristenholmes
TikTok: @scienceandsoulpod
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast delves into themes of personal development, emotional well-being, and mental resilience, featuring episodes that tackle issues like high-functioning depression and trauma awareness, using expert insights from guests like Dr. Judith Joseph to illustrate practical strategies for achieving balance and fulfillment.
Science & Soul with Dr. Kristen Holmes is your guide to personal transformation- where cutting-edge performance science meets the depth of the human spirit. Through powerful expertise and insights, Dr. Kristen reveals how you can reclaim agency over your life, align with your values and purpose, and unlock your full potential.
For anyone feeling stuck – Dr Kristen Holmes invites you to understand how to flourish in today’s complex world.
Dr Kristen Holmes is the Global Head Human Performance at WHOOP, a leading human performance company. A three-time All-American athlete and two-time Big Ten Athlete of the Year in field hockey and basketball at the University of Iowa, Kristen was also a seven-year member of the U.S. National Field Hockey Team. As a coach, she led Princeton University to 12 league titles in 13 seasons and a National Championship, making her one of the most successful coaches in Ivy League history.
Science and Soul will offer a fresh perspective on human performance- unpacking the capacity of an individual to intentionally behave at a level equal to their physical and emotional potential. This is more than a show – this is an invitation to understand how humans can flourish and thrive in a complex world. Welcome!
Instagram: @scienceandsoul & @drkristenholmes
TikTok: @scienceandsoulpod
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-holmes/
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(00:00) Intro
(00:11) – A Day in the Life as a Trauma Surgeon
(06:25) – The Physical and Mental Toll of Night Shift
(10:55) – How Stress Affects the Body
(13:14) – Effective Strategies for Managing Stress
(18:44) – How Finding Purpose Helps Prevent Burnout
(24:13) – Using Self-Care to Avoid Burnout
(28:07) – Why Processing Trauma is Essential for Healing
(35:09) – Techniques for Processing and Healing From Trauma
(43:11) – WHOOP Ad
(44:13) – Hot Springs Ad
(45:25) – The Dangers of Unprocessed Trauma
(49:18) – Healing Through Self-Forgiveness After Trauma
(54:29) – Trauma is a Universal Human Experience
(56:38) – The Mental Health Crisis in the Medical Field
(01:00:29) – Changes in Medicine and the Impact on Healthcare Workers
(01:04:11) – Fiverr Ad
(01:05:13) – Challenges Women Face in Healthcare and Motherhood
(01:09:05) – The Mental Load Women Still Carry
(01:17:37) – What it Truly Means to Be Human
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