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Today, I’m joined by the incredibly insightful Donna Jackson Nakazawa, a science journalist and bestselling author whose work bridges the worlds of neuroscience, storytelling, and personal transformation. Donna has a unique gift for translating complex brain science into real-life strategies—and she’s not afraid to weave in her own powerful journey, from childhood trauma and autoimmune challenges to her fierce quest for hope and healing. Episode Timestamps: Podcast introduction and episode overview ... 00:00:00 Chronic stress, childhood adversity, and lifelong health ... 00:07:04 Microglia as the link between stress and brain changes ... 00:10:47 Protector vs destroyer: microglia’s dual…