Exploring Neuromodulation and Mental Health with Sarah Hallas

In this episode of the Dapper Barbarian Show, we sit down with Sarah Hallas, a mental health advocate and neuromodulation coach from Cape Town, South Africa. Sarah shares her inspiring journey from owning a pharmaceutical event management company to becoming an expert in psycho-neuroimmunology and neuromodulation. She discusses overcoming personal tragedies, including the loss of her son to suicide, and how she and her husband David turned their pain into a mission for mental wellness. The conversation covers practical advice on self-regulation, the importance of community, and how we can all improve our mental health and performance.

 

00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome

00:32 Sarah's Background and Career Shift

00:51 The Impact of COVID-19

01:14 Discovering Neuromodulation

02:36 Founding Green Zone Dynamics

03:36 Personal Tragedy and Coping

05:21 Mental Wellness and Corporate Coaching

07:33 Daily Habits and Self-Regulation

14:34 The Role of Touch and Community

17:58 Neuromodulation and Nurture Deprivation

22:02 Embracing Buddhist Philosophy for Mental Wellness

22:33 Finding Meaning and Purpose in Life

23:45 The Power of Empathy and Value Contribution

25:08 Addressing the Crisis of Disconnection

26:56 The Role of Mental Wellness in Corporate Success

28:25 Overcoming Fear and Building New Neural Pathways

30:39 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health

36:23 The Importance of Community and Connection

41:56 Actionable Steps for Personal Growth and Neuroplasticity

43:26 Conclusion and Contact Information