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Pt 2: How to Rewire your Brain | Nicole Vignola

In part 2, neuroscientist Nicole Vignola explains how possible it is to rewire your brain and build healthy habits. 


Nicole and Dr Alex discuss why we have intrusive thoughts, how your mindset physically affects you, and the surprising science of why walking is great for your health. 


Follow Nicole @nicolesneuroscience and get her book ‘Rewire: Your Neurotoolkit for Everyday Life


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