#291: Defying the Odds & Decoding Emotional Well-being with Dr. Tomi White Bryan

From being told she wouldn’t survive past age four to earning multiple degrees and becoming a pioneering emotional well-being researcher, Dr. Tomi White Bryan is the embodiment of resilience. In this powerful episode of A Mental Health Break, host Vincent A. Lanci welcomes back a fan favorite to discuss her journey of overcoming impossible odds, the real meaning of emotional wellness, and how small practices—like six deep breaths—can transform your mental state. Dr. Bryan also shares insights from her latest research, the difference between emotional intelligence and emotional well-being, and how her podcast The Sacred Gut Punch highlights stories of people rising after life’s hardest hits. Whether you"re navigating burnout, seeking clarity, or just looking to breathe a little easier today—this episode is a must-listen. ✅ Key Talking Points:The path from emotional intelligence to emotional well-being: What’s the difference?Her book Emotional Intelligence 3.0 and how it expands the current model of EQ.Why The Sacred Gut Punch podcast was born and who it"s for.The powerful distinction between being entangled and engaged—and why it matters.Easy and effective emotional resets: six deep breaths, silence, and self-awareness.Burnout and stress as signs of poor emotional health—and what you can do about it. You’re not alone. Tune in and take the next step toward emotional clarity, resilience, and inner peace.  Follow her journey with her first show on September 27, 2022 She joined Vincent during Hurricane Milton  Support the show Have a question for the host or guest? Want their freebee? Are you looking to become a guest or show partner? Email Danica at PodcastsByLanci@gmail.com. This show is brought to you by the Empathy Set and Coming Alive Podcast Production. CRISIS LINE: DIAL 988