The Neurobiology of Wellness
Will Before Pill: Learn how to manage your mind to improve your well-being.
In my mid-30s, I realized that I see the world differently from other people. I sought guidance from a variety of mental health specialists, but no treatment helped. After a decade of different diagnoses, I was finally tested and learned that I exhibit symptoms of several neurodivergent conditions: ADHD, alexithymia, anhedonia, aphantasia, autism spectrum disorder, dyscalculia, dyslexia, dyspraxia, severely deficient autobiographical memory, social anxiety disorder, and tinnitus.
Pairing my neurodivergence with my understanding of neurobiology, I created a holistic framework for self-improvement that balances insights from psychology and philosophy, science and spirituality, and free will (objectivism) and faith (determinism).
Eastern spiritual leaders and western theologians have noticed relationships between color, light, and wellness for a few millennia. Neurobiologically, we can influence our brain waves and body chemistry to improve our mental and physical health. It's not just diet, exercise, and rest; it's learning your brain and body and how to meet your unique needs.
Simplistically, we can use the rainbow to remind us how to feed mind, body, and soul.
When we take care of our brains and bodies, we build resilience and improve our performance.