Dr. Patrick Porter: What Chronic Stress Does to Your Brain and How to Reset It

Dr. Patrick Porter joins Glow For Hope: Sparking Conversation on Mental Health for a powerful conversation on what chronic stress is really doing to your brain—and how to take control of your mental health again.

As the founder of BrainTap and a leading expert in brainwave entrainment, Dr. Porter breaks down the science behind brain fog, exhaustion, negative thought patterns, and why so many people feel mentally depleted today. More importantly, he shares practical, everyday strategies to reset your brain and improve your mental clarity.

In this episode, we discuss:

how chronic stress impacts the brain
why sleep is critical for mental health and recovery
what brainwave entrainment is and how it works
how breathwork can regulate your nervous system
why negative thoughts drain your energy
what’s happening in the brains of children with ADHD
how small, consistent habits create lasting change

This episode is for anyone feeling overwhelmed, mentally drained, or looking for simple ways to support their brain and overall well-being.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text HOPE to 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline).