Unlocking Mental Wellbeing And Cognitive Performance As A Social Entrepreneur

About This Conversation

In this rich and eye-opening podcast interview, Natalie Baker — founder of Neurofeedback Training Co., certified NeurOptimal® trainer, and psychotherapist with over 25 years of experience — joins host Indio Myles to explore the intersection of mental health, entrepreneurship, and technology.

Natalie shares her personal journey from a small island in British Columbia to founding one of the largest home neurofeedback rental programs in the U.S. She unpacks the transformative power of neurofeedback, how it supports mental clarity and resilience, and why social entrepreneurs are particularly vulnerable to burnout.

If you’re a purpose-driven founder, therapist, or someone navigating high performance while trying to stay well, this conversation is packed with insight and actionable tools for sustainable mental wellbeing.

Why It Matters

At Neurofeedback Training Co., we see firsthand how chronic stress, anxiety, and burnout affect high-achieving individuals. Entrepreneurs, especially those working in mission-driven spaces, often neglect their own wellbeing while trying to create impact.

Natalie brings a compassionate, neuroscience-informed approach to help individuals understand and regulate their stress response. Through personal stories and grounded strategies, she explains how neurofeedback can gently interrupt burnout patterns and help restore cognitive vitality, presence, and joy.

What You’ll Learn

• How childhood experiences shape long-term stress patterns
• Why founders and leaders are more prone to burnout
• The brain science behind neurofeedback and how it works
• Simple daily practices for building mental and emotional resilience
• Why sleep, movement, and mindfulness are non-negotiables
• How brain training helps people make better choices—naturally

For more on these topics, check out our blogs:

Stress Management for Entrepreneurs: How to Stay Resilient and Avoid Burnout
Best Ways Train Your Brain For Mental and Emotional Wellness
Brain Health Tips - How to Keep the Brain Healthy and Resilient