Aurora Culpo is a wellness influencer, a mother of two and a certified yoga instructor and has a passion for providing real, raw, and relatable insights on all things wellness, parenting, mental health, relationships, and more. She is also the host of the barely filtered podcast. Today on the show we discuss: Aurora’s recent battle with nicotine (vaping) addiction and chat about things like why she started, how it impacted Aurora’s life negatively, the steps she took to finally quit as well her advice to others and parents. We also discuss Aurora’s wild dating life, what she’s doing to work on herself and much more.  Thanks to this episodes sponsor: BEAM Minerals If you’re in recovery and you want to start feeling better more quickly, give BEAM Minerals a try. Head to www.beamminerals.com and enter promo code DOUG at checkout for 20% off your first order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. The Adversity Advantage podcast does not endorse or support the claims or opinions of any guests and strongly encourages all viewers and listeners to do their own due diligence before buying products or supporting brands discussed by guests on the show.  If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nicole Cain, ND, MA, is a pioneer in integrative approaches for mental and emotional wellness. With a degree in clinical psychology, training in EMDR, and a license as a Naturopathic Physician in the state of Arizona, her approach to mental health is multidisciplinary: medical, psychological, and holistic. She is the author of Panic Proof: The New Holistic Solution to End Your Anxiety Forever (Rodale; October 8th). Today on the show we discuss: the difference between panic and anxiety, why physical health and mental health go hand in hand, the different types of anxieties and how to know if you’re struggling with them, strategies for reducing anxiety instantly and long term, things that make anxiety and panic worse, the importance of paying attention to your habits and behaviors when it comes to your mental health and much more.  Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Jaspr Head over to https://www.jaspr.co and use the code DOUG for $100 off each Jaspr. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Paul Conti is a Stanford and Harvard trained psychiatrist. His practice specializes in treating all aspects of both mental illness and the impact of life stressors and trauma. Today on the show we discuss: how to assess the state of your mental health and know if something is off, hidden signs of mental health issues, how trauma changes the brain, the dangers of unhealed trauma, tools for transforming your mental health, how to remain patient while healing and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Timeline Nutrition Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timelinenutrition.com/doug and use code DOUG to get 10% off your order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shane Parrish is the entrepreneur and wisdom seeker behind Farnam Street and the host of The Knowledge Project Podcast, where he focuses on turning timeless insights into action. Parrish’s popular online course, Decision by Design, has helped thousands of executives, leaders, and managers around the world learn the repeatable behaviors that improve results. Shane’s work has been featured in nearly every major publication, including the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes. He is the New York Times bestselling author of Clear Thinking: Turning Ordinary Moments Into Extraordinary Results. Today on the show we discuss in depth 6 mental traps that many people fall into including what they are, how to avoid and reverse them and more. Shane | Book, Instagram, Podcast ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Richard Miech is a co-Investigator of the NIDA-funded Monitoring the Future study. He received his Ph.D. degree in Sociology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a MPH degree from Johns Hopkins University. His work focuses on trends in substance use, with an emphasis on disentangling how these trends vary by age, historical period, and birth cohort membership. Since 1975 the MTF survey has measured drug and alcohol use and related attitudes among adolescent students nationwide. A nationally representative sample of survey participants report their drug use behaviors across three time periods: lifetime, past year, and past month. The survey is funded by the NIDA, a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and conducted by the University of Michigan. Today’s episode is going to be an in depth look at what the Monitoring The Future Study says regarding the trends in teenage and adolescent cannabis use, including usage patterns, perception of risk and more. We also chat about the biggest risk factors associated with cannabis use, Dr. Miech’s top findings from the study, the role nicotine plays in all of this and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is BODi (formerly Beachbody) super trainer Autumn Calabrese. Today on the show we discuss: How she navigated A recent emotional and physical rock bottom, why done is better than perfect, simple shifts to transform your diet and health, mindset tips to help you reach your goals, how to recover after a bad day of eating, why being busy isn’t an excuse to stop focusing on your health and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. John Krystal is McNeil Professor and Chair of Psychiatry at Yale and Yale-New Haven Hospital. He studies the neurobiology and treatment of psychiatric disorders. He directs the Yale Center for Clinical Investigation, Center for the Translational Neuroscience of Alcohol, and Neuroscience Division of the National Center for PTSD. Today on the show we discuss: The biggest risks people are overlooking with cannabis, why cannabis can be harmful for the brain and increase your risk of psychosis or schizophrenia, Dr. Krystal’s thoughts on how cannabis impacts mental health and PTSD, why maintaining a healthy lifestyle is so important for your mental health, why cannabis is so addictive, whether or not the brain can heal itself after coming off cannabis and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Voss is a former Lead FBI Negotiator and dynamic speaker who debunks the biggest myths of negotiation. Chris engages all groups with captivating stories, insights, and useful tips for business and everyday life. Chris has lectured on negotiation at business schools across the country and has been seen on ABC, CBS, CNN, and Fox News. Chris has also been featured in Forbes, Time, Fast Company, and Inc. Chris’s Keynotes are based on his highly popular book "Never Split The Difference©." Today on the show we discuss: How to become a more effective communicator both in person and online, how to better understand the person you’re communicating with, how to help persuade someone you love to make better decisions for their life, how to get comfortable with rejection, how to remain calm during an emotionally intense situation, why listening to someone and developing tactical empathy will help you get what you want in life and more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Anna Lembke is chief of the Stanford medicine, dual diagnosis clinic, and professor and medical director of addiction medicine at Stanford university's school of medicine. Dr. Lembke has testified before Congress and consulted with governors and senators from Kentucky to Missouri to Nevada. You may also recognize her from her appearance on the hit Netflix movie, “The Social Dilemma.” Aside from this. Anna has also written two books, “Drug Dealer MD,” and her latest book, the New York times bestseller “Dopamine Nation.” Today on the show we discuss: Whether or not Dr. Lembke believes cannabis is a gateway drug, why cannabis is not a reliable solution for anxiety, how cannabis interacts with dopamine, why cannabis is both physically and psychologically addictive, how to deal with the withdrawals from quitting cannabis and why abstaining from it will make your life much better and more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

James Sexton is a Divorce Attorney who’s been practicing family law for over twenty years and his expert legal skills and confidence helped place him in the top 1% of family law attorneys in New York. His diverse clientele includes entertainment personalities, Fortune 500 CEOs,” teachers, high end financial professionals, law enforcement professionals, stay-at-home moms and more. He’s also the best selling author of the book, “If You’re In My Office, It’s Already Too Late”  Today on the show we discuss: Why so many marriages are failing right now, the less obvious things that destroy relationships, how to minimize the impact of divorce on kids, how to make love and relationships last, things you can do to keep the spark alive and prevent your relationship from falling apart, why James thinks people cheat and much more. Connect with James: Book Instagram Website ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Wilson M. Compton serves as the Deputy Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) of the National Institutes of Health. NIDA is the world’s largest funder of research on health aspects of drug use and addiction, including research related to preventing drug use, treating addiction and addressing the serious health consequences of drug use. In his current role, Dr. Compton’s responsibilities include working with the Director to provide scientific leadership in the development, implementation, and management of NIDA’s research portfolio in order to improve the prevention and treatment of drug use and addiction. Today on the show we discuss: why cannabis should be taken seriously, how cannabis impacts anxiety and mental health, why kids should stay away from cannabis, advice for parents for navigating cannabis use with kids, how cannabis use can lead to psychosis and why young men could be more at risk, what epidemiological research reveals about cannabis use and more. Resources mentioned: https://nida.nih.gov/research-topics/parents-educators https://www.samhsa.gov/families ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Sal Di Stefano and this is his 4th time on the podcast. Sal is a friend, personal trainer, and cohost of the highly popular Mind Pump podcast which I have also been a guest on. Last month I released an episode with Stan Efferding on fat loss and it was so well received that I wanted to bring Sal on as a follow up discussion. We discuss: the biggest weight loss mistakes people make and how to burn fat the right way, why your body fat percentage is going up even though you’re losing weight, Sal’s favorite 5 exercises for building muscle and losing fat, what diet and exercise topics has Sal has changed his mind on, why less is more when it comes to exercise, daily habits for maintaining long term weight loss and health, what you must do when you hit a weight loss plateau and more.  Connect with Sal Website Instagram ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Episode One of the Cannabis Series! This eight-part series will release every Thursday over the next eight weeks, including today's solo episode. Starting next Thursday, I'll be joined by leading experts to dive into how cannabis, specifically marijuana and THC, impacts mental health, psychosis, the brain, children, addiction, recovery, and more. In today's solo episode, I'll share my mission behind this series and discuss five amazing gifts that have come from quitting marijuana. It's important to note that when we talk about cannabis in this series, we're specifically referring to marijuana and THC. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emily Abbate is a connector on a mission to empower women to live healthier, happier, and more motivated lives. Now a nine-time marathoner and triathlete, the veteran wellness journalist and former Fitness Editor at SELF Magazine wasn’t always kickstarting her days with runs around Central Park or leading workouts on Good Morning America. Emily went through a dramatic transformation in college, combatting negative self talk by integrating regular movement and healthier eating practices into her regular routine — ultimately losing 70 pounds and gaining a fresh perspective that catapulted her into a career in the health and fitness space. The certified run coach and trainer shares these experiences with her audience on her Hurdle podcast, acclaimed by The New York Times as “addictive,” with more than 9 million downloads to date. Featured in Health, Shape, and Runner’s World, Abbate aims to empower her audience to feel less alone on their own wellness journeys, and does so through important conversations with everyone from elite athletes to top CEOs and founders. Today on the show we discuss: what inspired Emily to transform her health after weighing over 200 lb, advice for people that are going through hard times or in the early stages of a transformation, how she learned to be so disciplined after having unhealthy habits for years, how to navigate things like body dysmorphia and imposter syndrome, why fitness has such a ripple effect on transformation, how to overcome negative and nasty self talk and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Julia DiGangi is a neuropsychologist, who completed her residency at Harvard Medical School, Boston University School of Medicine, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. She has nearly two decades of experience studying the connection between our brains and our behavior. Dr. DiGangi has worked with leaders at The White House Press Office, global companies, international NGOs, and the US Special Forces. Her understanding of stress, trauma, and resilience is also informed by her work in international development and humanitarian aid, where she served some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.  Today on the show we discuss: how to harness emotional pain and turn it into emotional power, why self betrayal causes so many problems, how to rebuild trust with yourself, how to transform humiliation into worthiness, how to get comfortable with uncomfortable feelings, how to have a healthy relationship with uncertainty and much more.  Connect with Dr. Gangi: Website Energy Rising ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sabrina Zohar is a dating coach and a dynamic figure in the world of entrepreneurship and media. Sabrina is notably known for being the creative mind behind the highly acclaimed podcast, “Do The Work.” In just 7 short months, the podcast has soared to the top 0.5% globally, accumulating over 1.5 Million downloads and earning a remarkable 4.9-star rating on Spotify and Apple. Today on the show we discuss: Why proximity and timing is more important than love when it comes to dating, how to remain patient and trust the process when dating, the biggest mistakes Sabrina made when she was single, how her views on red flags/green flags have changed, how to identify and navigate situationships and much more. Episode Resources: Sabrina | Instagram, Podcast ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and wellness in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your medical professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick Bare is the founder of BPN nutrition, a US Army Veteran, hybrid athlete, YouTuber, author and host of the Nick Bare Podcast.  Today on the show we discuss: how the undisciplined can become disciplined, why this past year has been the hardest year of Nick’s life, how Nick has learned to enjoy the process and not become distracted by outcomes, how someone can begin to train like a hybrid athlete, why its best to be consistently good versus occasionally great, how his life has changed since becoming a Dad and more Episode Resources: Nick | Instagram, BPN, Podcast ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and wellness in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your medical professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amanda Kloots is an actor, co-host of CBS’s The Talk, NYT Best Selling author, and a survivor. Tragically, during the pandemic, Amanda lost her husband Nick, leaving her heartbroken and in the depths of despair. Refusing to let that situation define her and determined to create the best life for her son moving forward, Amanda embraced the grieving process, turning those trials into triumphs while maintaining her optimism and hopefulness. Amanda’s positivity and zest for life are contagious, as you will see in this conversation Today on the show we discuss: How Amanda remained optimistic and pulled herself out of a dark place when life was incredibly unfair, why staying positive is a choice, how her relationship with her son has changed after losing Nick, whether or not Nick’s death changed her relationship with God, Amanda’s advice for people going through really hard times, why losing Nick taught her how to live and much more.  Episode Resources: Amanda | Instagram, Website     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stan Efferding is a IFBB pro bodybuilder and has his bachelor of science in psychology and exercise science from the University of Oregon. Stan is a multiple all -time world record holding powerlifter and has been training high school, Collegiate, and Professional athletes for over 25 years. He has conducted over 200 seminars in 14 countries and in all 50 states. Today we discuss: how to lose body fat quickly and effectively, how to retain muscle mass when losing weight, the habits you must focus on to keep the weight off, the three ways to reduce calories, what to do if you aren’t losing weight, what your workout program should look like for fat loss and much more.   ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neha Sangwan, MD, CEO and founder of Intuitive Intelligence, is an internal medicine physician, international speaker and corporate communication expert. Her private practice and corporate consulting focuses on empowering individuals, organizational leaders, and their teams with the tools for clear, effective communication. She addresses the root causes of stress, miscommunication, and interpersonal conflict, often healing chronic conditions such as headaches, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and burnout. She consults with organizations such as the American Heart Association, American Express, Apple, Kaiser Permanente, and Google and more Today on the show we discuss: how to prevent and reverse burnout, what burnout actually means and the three main signs that you are suffering from it, the three stages of burnout and how to know if you’re entering the final phase, the pivotal role that boundaries play in your relationship with burnout, some hidden things that drain your energy that you may not be aware of, how to have a conversation with your partner that is overworking and much more.  Thanks to today’s sponsor: Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order Episode Resources: Neha | Website, Book     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and wellness in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your medical professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brad Stulberg researches, writes, and coaches on health, well-being, and sustainable excellence. He is the bestselling author of The Practice of Groundedness and co-author of "Peak Performance." Stulberg regularly contributes to the New York Times, and his work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal and the Atlantic, among many other publications. He is on faculty at the University of Michigan’s graduate School of Public Health. In his coaching practice, he works with executives, entrepreneurs, physicians, and athletes. Today on the show we discuss: What have we gotten wrong about the idea of “change”, What are the 4 P’s after a big change, the definition “rugged flexibility” and why it’s necessary to get through change, the difference between real fatigue and fake fatigue, the most important things you must to do overcome a negative change in your life, what behavioral activation means and why it’s crucial for getting out of despair and more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Avi Loeb is the Frank B. Baird, Jr., Professor of Science at Harvard University, the longest-serving chair of Harvard’s Department of Astronomy, founding director of Harvard’s Black Hole Initiative, and director of the Institute for Theory and Computation (ITC) within the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics. He also chairs the Advisory Committee for the Breakthrough Starshot Initiative, and serves as the science theory director for all Initiatives of the Breakthrough Prize Foundation, as well as former chair of the Board on Physics and Astronomy of the National Academies. Author of eight books and over a thousand scientific papers, Loeb is an elected fellow of the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, the American Physical Society, and the International Academy of Astronautics. In 2012, Time selected Loeb as one of the twenty-five most influential people in space.   Today on the show we discuss: why he thinks extra terrestrial life exists that can interact with humans, Avi’s recent expedition to the Pacific Ocean to find what he believes is the first interstellar meteor, how he envisions a future interaction with extra terrestrial life, why AI might play a pivotal role in communicating with extra terrestrial life, whether or not Avi thinks life on Mars exists, how the average person can spot extra terrestrial life and much more.    Thanks to today’s sponsor: Caldera Lab: https://www.calderalab.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order       Episode Resources: Avi | Interstellar, Medium       ⚠ DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. I do not endorse or support the claims of any guests and I strongly encourage all of my viewers and listeners to do their own due diligence before buying products or supporting brands discussed by guests on the show.    If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hadley Vlahos, RN, is a hospice registered nurse, mother, and wife. Her husband also works in the medical field as a doctor of physical therapy. Vlahos started her career as a registered nurse at twenty-two. As a hospice nurse, she now visits people at their home while also educating and sharing stories about hospice care on social media, where she has more than a million followers.   Today on the show we discuss: what inspired Hadley to become a hospice nurse, advice for families that are dealing with a loved one in hospice, what patients actually want from their families when they are in hospice, the profound lessons that she’s learned from her patients on life and happiness, the patient that Hadley thinks about the most, how to know when it’s time to seek hospice care, how Hadley manages her own wellbeing with her profession and much more.    Thanks to today’s sponsor: Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     Episode Resources: Hadley | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. I do not endorse or support the claims of any guests and I strongly encourage all of my viewers and listeners to do their own due diligence before buying products or supporting brands discussed by guests on the show.    If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today is a very special solo episode and I will be sharing in depth the top five most profound lessons that I learned from my cellmate Eric when I was behind bars. These lessons have transformed my life forever and I am confident that they will resonate with you as well.   Thanks to today’s sponsor: Caldera Lab: https://www.calderalab.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order           ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. I do not endorse or support the claims of any guests and I strongly encourage all of my viewers and listeners to do their own due diligence before buying products or supporting brands discussed by guests on the show.    If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derrick Hayes is the visionary founder and CEO of Big Dave's Cheesesteaks, a culinary success story that began in a humble gas station and has since expanded to multiple locations and franchises across several states. Dubbed the "Colonel Sanders of Cheesesteaks” by Forbes Magazine, Hayes has revolutionized the fast-casual dining landscape with his unique take on the classic Philadelphia sandwich. His entrepreneurial acumen and innovative approach to business have earned him a spot in the prestigious Forbes 1000 list, recognizing his significant impact on the food industry. What makes all of this even more incredible is Derrick’s backstory which we unpack fully on the show today. Today on the show we discuss: why selling drugs is so attractive in lower income communities, what Derrick was arrested for and why his charges were miraculously dropped, how to escape an environment that you feel trapped in, how Derrick started his multimillion dollar cheesesteak business, how he taught himself the necessary entrepreneurial skills to be successful and build a multimillion dollar business, how Derrick’s darkest moments helped him become ultra successful in business and much more. Thanks to this episodes sponsors: Kion Supplements Click here to try Kion supplements and save 20%: getkion.com/adversity  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danielle Robay is a TV host and journalist, currently the host of E!’s While You Were Streaming. She is creator of the video podcast PRETTYSMART, and the best selling card game QUESTION EVERYTHING: 52 Cards For Deep(er) Conversation, noted by Forbes as a “game changer”. Previously, you may have seen Danielle on IMDb, NBC, E!, EXTRA, Entertainment Tonight Online, HLN’s Dr. Drew, The Steve Harvey Show and NBC’s 1st Look, and Defy Media where her daily news segments and interviews received over 100 million views a month online. Today on the show we discuss: why reframing negative thoughts is essential for building confidence, why self validation is crucial for personal growth, the power of fitness for improving mental health, why having the right relationships can boost how you feel about yourself, how she transformed her relationship with self judgment  and more.    Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:25 Dealing with judgment  03:58 Judgment vs. criticism  06:03 “Beauty Sick” 09:11 Your insides must match your outsides 10:52 Saying no with “love” 17:16 What is external validation? 19:12 Blending career and identity   24:21 Learning from Larry King 25:29 Asking yourself great questions lead to personal growth 28:11 Why being “hard on yourself” is a good thing 31:39 Avoiding the comparison trap 35:56 My battle with body image 41:34 Having a healthier relationship with external validation 44:39 What helps Danielle build confidence? 50:00 Friendship cleanse 54:26 We play Danielle’s card game LIVE!       Episode Resources: Danielle | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Dusick is an associate marriage therapist and counselor and the founding drummer of one of the world’s most popular bands, Maroon 5. He started the band which was originally called Kara’s Flowers in 1994 with his best friends Adam Levine, Jesse Carmichael and Mickey Madden. After changing the name of the band to Maroon 5, they went on to have their first viral record “Songs About Jane,” selling millions of albums and winning two Grammy’s. Despite the band’s massive fame and success Ryan was suffering with some deep physical and emotional pain which eventually led to Ryan parting ways with the band in 2006. Ryan lost everything, found himself in the depths of addiction before finding recovery in 2016 and completely reinventing himself and we dive into all of this today. Today on the show we discuss: The story of starting Maroon 5 and what led to Ryan parting ways with the band, what life was like after losing everything, the challenges of success and fame, what his current relationship is like with Adam Levine, how Ryan reinvented himself and got sober, why he values recovery more than winning a grammy and more.   Thanks to today’s sponsor: Caldera Lab: https://www.calderalab.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order   What to Listen For:   00:00 Intro 00:23 Adam Levine kicks Ryan out of Maroon 5 09:29 The story of Maroon 5 13:53 Ryan’s nervous system forced him to stop 19:56 Why does fame cause mental health issues? 23:40 Addiction 29:45 The hardest part of leaving the band 31:32 The reinvention process 38:45 Misdirected anger towards Maroon 5 41:27 Rebuilding his self esteem 45:16 Why is Ryan’s story so relatable? 46:51 Recovery vs. winning a Grammy 49:21 Current relationship with Adam Levine 51:30 Would he ever rejoin the band?     Episode Resources: Ryan | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Gladys McGarey is 102 years old and is recognized as a pioneer of the allopathic and holistic medical movements. She is also a founding diplomat of the American Board of Holistic Medicine, the cofounder and past president of the American Holistic Medical Association and the cofounder of the Academy of Parapsychology and Medicine and more.   Today on the show we discuss the six longevity secrets that have helped Dr. Gladys live to 102. She also shares the wisdom and lessons she’s learned from her own life and personal experiences that I think you will really relate to.    Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order       What to Listen For:   00:00 Intro 00:26 Love is healing 02:14 Longevity secret #1 02:32 How does Dr. Gladys view adversity? 03:42 Longevity secret #2 06:59 Finding her voice at 93 14:22 Keeping her mind healthy 17:49 What does exercise look like at 102? 19:02 What makes Dr. Gladys smile these days? 20:45 She wasted a lot time doing THIS 23:45 Longevity secret #3 27:32 Longevity secret #4 30:16 How has her purpose changed over the years? 32:18 What does self love mean to Dr. Gladys? 35:21 Her view on relationships 39:00 Longevity secret #5 41:06 The most challenging thing that Dr. Gladys has overcome 46:30 Healing from divorce 49:08 Longevity secret #6 54:06 Her view on forgiveness         Episode Resources: Dr. Gladys | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Oher is a former American football offensive tackle who played in the National Football League for eight seasons, primarily with the Baltimore Ravens. He is perhaps best known as the subject of Michael Lewis’s bestselling book The Blind Side. He is the founder of the Oher Foundation, a philanthropic organization dedicated to empowering kids to break the cycle of poverty and achieve their dreams through opportunities in education. Today on the show we discuss: Michael’s story and his thoughts on the movie “The Blind Side,” how he conquered the victim mindset and remained optimistic during adversity, how he avoided temptation as a kid and stayed out of trouble, why cutting ties with bad friends is so important, the biggest lessons Michael has learned from everything he’s overcome and much more.  Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Caldera Lab: https://www.calderalab.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     Episode Resources: Michael | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist, audiologist, and clinical and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in psychneurobiology and metacognitive neuropsychology. Her passion is to help people see the power of the mind to change the brain, control chaotic thinking, and find mental peace.   Today on the show we discuss: how to rewire toxic thoughts and how parents can support their kids when they’re trying to do the same. We also get into how parents can help their kids: become mentally resilient, feel more confident, build sustainable habits, develop effective problem solving skills and so much more.   Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order   Episode Resources: Dr. Leaf | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is personal trainer and wellness advisor. Eric Rakofsy. Eric is a partner and trainer at the prestigious Kollective gym in Austin Texas and also an advisor to Super Coffee, Ladder and others. Some of Eric’s influential clients include Strauss Zelnick, who’s CEO and chairman of the board of the billion dollar company behind Grand Theft Auto, Millard Drexler, chairman and CEO of J.Crew; Victor Cruz, model Nina Agdal, Shay Mitchel and many others.    Today on the show we discuss: How Eric escaped his ultra traumatic childhood and built a very successful personal training career, the invaluable lessons he’s learned from training some of the most influential people in the world, how Eric faced and dealt with his recent thyroid cancer diagnosis, why being kinder to yourself will help you lose body fat, Eric’s tips for busy people to optimize their health and much more.   Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Caldera Lab: https://www.calderalab.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order   Episode Resources: Eric | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is relationship coach Stephanie Rigg. Stephanie is also the host of the popular relationship podcast “On Attachment”, where she delves deep into all things attachment theory, love, relationships & intimacy - sharing her wisdom and experience to help you start making real changes in your life & relationships.   Today on the show we discuss: the four different types of attachments in relationships (including which are most common), why improving your self worth is more important than knowing your attachment style, the signs that you have an anxious or avoidant attachment style, what you can do early in a relationship if have an anxious or avoidant attachment style , how to develop a secure attachment in relationships and much more.  Thanks to today’s sponsor: Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order       Episode Resources: Stephanie | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Taylor Calmus. Taylor also known as 'Dude Dad,' is a Colorado-based video creator who has become a viral sensation through his comedic, family-focused content and expert, DIY creativity. He is a father of four and a husband to his wife Heidi. Taylor taps into the relatability of parenthood in an effort to help other parents laugh at their own struggles.   Today on the show we discuss: The biggest lesson he’s learned from being a dad, how his childhood influenced his unique parenting style, what inspired him to start his “dude dad” YouTube channel, how he monitors screen time with his kids, budget friendly DIY projects you can do to make things fun for your kids, how he deals with the ups and downs of parenting and much more.   Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Caldera Lab:   https://www.calderalab.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     What to listen for:   00:00 Intro 00:37 Biggest lesson he’s learned as a parent 02:26 What’s helped him practice more patience? 03:49 How did his childhood shape his parenting style? 06:27 Why did he pursue acting? 07:51 Creating Dude Dad 10:52 Helping other parents 12:34 Taylor’s “make or break” moment 16:46 Leading by example 18:31 Building a roller coaster in his backyard 21:16 Life changing lesson from his dad 24:28 Connecting with each of his four kids  29:10 The most interesting mom in the world  31:53 What does he do if one of his kids is having a bad day? 32:54 Most meaningful message he’s received from a fan 35:00 Tips for someone who’s struggling as a parent  36:04 What does Taylor do for self care? 37:25 Easy DIY project for your kids 39:29 Measuring success as a parent 43:29 Managing screen time with kids 48:28 What’s next for him? 50:34 Best parenting advice he’s received   Episode Resources: Taylor| YouTube, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Dr. Tara Swart. Tara is a neuroscientist, a former psychiatrist, and senior lecturer at MIT Sloan. She is also a leadership advisor and works with leaders all over the world to help them achieve mental resilience and peak brain performance while also helping them improve their ability to manage stress, regulate emotions and retain information. Tara has become wildly popular for her work in bridging the gap between science and spirituality and teaching others how to use science based tools to leverage the law of attraction and utilize the power of manifestation.    Today on the show we discuss: the power of manifestation and how to correctly manifest what you want in life, how to cultivate an abundance mindset, the science of gratitude and what steps you can take to remain grateful, practical tools for rewiring negative thought patterns, how to use the law of attraction to their advantage, how to remain optimistic during challenging times and more.  Thanks to today’s sponsors: House of Macadamias: Get 20% off your order & free box of sea salted macadamia nuts at: houseofmacadamias.com/doug (use code DOUG20) Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     What to listen for:   00:00 Intro 00:14 How to bring abundance into your life 01:33 The science of gratitude 03:35 Developing a gratitude practice  05:57 What manifestation actually means  07:28 Why is manifesting misunderstood? 09:25 Steps you can take to manifest what you want in life 12:27 The proper way to use a “vision board” 15:50 How long does it take for things to change? 19:33 How to rewire negative thought patterns 27:07 The law of attraction 32:03 How to become more “magnetic” 32:40 Why did Tara start to study spirituality? 39:30 What is the “universe”? 43:49 How long does it take to change a habit? 45:53 Developing an optimistic mindset during adversity    Episode Resources: Tara | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest and returning to the podcast is wellness influencer and host of the Blonde Files podcast, Arielle Lorre. In our first discussion, Arielle and I dove deep into her incredible story of recovery and I invite y’all to check that one out in case you haven’t already.    Today we discuss: the 3 biggest lessons Arielle’s learned from her podcast, the areas in her life that she’s seen the most personal growth, what Arielle’s current wellness routine looks like, the most overrated beauty treatments, 3 inexpensive ways to improve the health of your skin, why walking has been so transformational for her and more.  Thanks to today’s sponsor: Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     What to listen for:   00:00 Intro 00:17 3 biggest lessons from the podcast  04:03 How has the podcast evolved? 06:35 Areas of personal growth 10:37 The surprising benefits of walking 15:18 Plastic surgery addiction 18:35 Questions to ask yourself before getting plastic surgery 23:04 The most overrated beauty treatments 27:00 Why are cosmetic surgeries stigmatized? 28:53 3 best things you can do for your skin 30:50 Arielle rates my skincare routine 36:34 Current wellness routine 38:00 Joe Dispenza 41:02 How does she deal with anxiety? 43:27 Arielle’s current diet 46:28 Her favorite recipes right now 49:53 Gwyneth Paltrow 53:59 Advice for her followers  56:27 What’s next for her?     Episode Resources: Arielle | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Les Carter is a clinical psychotherapist, YouTuber, best selling author, and narcissism expert helping individuals understand and heal from narcissistic abuse. Today on the show we discuss: the easiest way to detect narcissism, signs you’re dating a narcissist, the truth about things like gaslighting and love bombing, common misconceptions about narcissism, how to outsmart a narcissist and take their power away, what you must do to heal after a toxic relationship and much more. Thanks to this episode’s sponsor: LMNT If you’re looking to optimize your hydration, go to DrinkLMNT.com/DougBopst to get a free sample pack with any purchase! ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not financial advice. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is guest is Sam Parr. Sam is cohost of the highly popular business podcast My First Million. He also founded the media company “the Hustle” back in 2016 which was acquired by HubSpot in 2021.   Today we discuss: Why being an alcoholic can be your greatest superpower, Sam’s inspiring story and how he went from jail to selling his company to HubSpot, the top six lessons he’s learned from giving up alcohol and why that led to tremendous personal growth, how to instantly upgrade your approach when contacting someone via DM or email, his contrarian views on money and happiness, a simple and effective approach to taking calculated risks and managing uncertainty in life and much more.   Thanks to today’s sponsor: Caldera Lab: https://www.calderalab.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order   Episode Resources: Sam | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Kristina Mänd-Lakhiani, co-founder of Mindvalley, the world’s most powerful life transformation platform with 20 million+ followers. She is also the author of the recently released book, “Becoming Flawesome: The Key to Living an Imperfectly Authentic Life” Today we discuss: the dark side of the self help industry, how to identify, accept, and improve your flaws and imperfections, how to avoid the “indecision trap” and get over the fear of failure , what self love actually means and how to make it last, the pros and cons of perfectionism and much more.     Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order       Episode Resources: Kristina | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Dr. Stacy Sims. Stacy is a forward-thinking international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who aims to revolutionize exercise nutrition and performance for women. She has directed research programs at Stanford and others focusing on female athlete health and performance and pushing the dogma to improve research on all women. during her tenure at Stanford, she had the opportunity to translate earlier research into consumer products and a science-based layperson's book (ROAR) written to explain sex differences in training and nutrition across the lifespan. Dr. Sims has published over 70 peer-reviewed papers, several books and is a regularly featured speaker at professional and academic conferences, including those by USOC and USA Cycling.   Today on the show we discuss: why women are not “small men,” how to know if your hormones are causing health issues, the signs of early menopause, how to optimize your health and hormones during the pre, peri and post menopausal stages, why women need more carbohydrates, how to customize your diet and exercise choices based on your age and hormonal needs, why you may want to think twice about intermittent fasting and much more.      Thanks to today’s sponsor:   House of Macadamias:   Get 20% off your order & free box of sea salted macadamia nuts at: houseofmacadamias.com/doug (use code DOUG20)       What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:23 “women are not small men” 02:26 Female hormones (estrogen and testosterone) 04:34 Signs of low levels of estrogen 07:55 Mental health vs. hormones  09:44 What a healthy menstrual cycle looks like  12:27 Diet & exercise tips for women in their 20’s and 30’s 19:38 Doing exercise classes everyday won’t help you burn fat    22:29 Why does chronic stress lead to weight gain? 23:59 Why you’re likely not losing body fat 26:30 The dangers of fasting   29:59 How much protein? 32:28 Women need more carbs  36:15 Healthy body fat percentage 40:29 When can excess body fat cause health issues?  41:57 How women should program their interval training 46:59 Optimizing your health during peri/post menopause  51:53 Injury prevention  54:36 Nutrition tips for peri/post menopause  56:28 Hormone therapy doesn’t change body composition  58:29 Supplements to consider  Episode Resources: Stacy | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is pastor R.C. Blakes. RC is a husband, a father of four, a grandfather of three and an empowerment speaker. Though he is a pastor, preacher and teacher his approach is conversational. He believes that transformation happens in conversation. He tackles issues and subjects that are sometimes uncomfortable for many leaders to address and maybe even difficult for some people to understand. He is the author of several books, including: Queenology, Imperfectly Holy, Soul-Ties and others. His most popular is entitled The Father Daughter Talk, which is actually more than a book- it is a national movement. RC’s women’s empowerment conferences ( Queenology) are life changing for women who travel from around the nation and abroad. RC has traveled extensively to communicate the principles of: healthy relationships- self-discovery- self-love, faith in God- and success in life.   Today on the show we discuss: The three biggest relationship and dating mistakes people are making, qualities that are often overlooked but matter when choosing a partner, what healthy masculine and feminine energy looks like, why a woman should never pursue a man, how to know if you’re compatible with someone, why the word “submission” is often misunderstood, how to make a relationship last a lifetime and more.     Thanks to today’s sponsors:   House of Macadamias:   Get 20% off your order & free box of sea salted macadamia nuts at: houseofmacadamias.com/doug (use code DOUG20)   Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com/ Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order         What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:45 3 biggest dating mistakes that people are making 05:10 Qualities that are often overlooked but matter when choosing a partner 10:44 Healthy masculine and feminine energy 18:01 Why a woman should never pursue a man  23:04 How to let someone know you’re interested in them 26:09 Don’t chase (do this instead) 27:58 How to know if you’re compatible  32:37 Why is the word “submission” misunderstood?  38:42 A real marriage is “not the divorcing of me for the creation of we” 40:04 Common myth about masculine men and successful females    43:51 How to not “lose yourself’ in a relationship  49:01 How to make a marriage or relationship last a lifetime 53:39 When is it time to break up? 57:05 How to become empowered after a breakup  Episode Resources: RC | Website, YouTube       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Moira Kucaba. Moira is a former alcoholic, addict and college dropout turned thought leader, seven figure entrepreneur and one of the most successful Beachbody coaches ever. Moira has been sober for over twenty years and today we dive deep into her story.    Today on the show we discuss: the five things that have helped her stay sober for over two decades, why she still goes to twelve step meetings despite being heavily involved in the self help space, how to let go of shame and judgment from others when asking for help for your addiction, how she outgrew her identity as an addict and used her addictive personality to build a 7 figure business, what led to her addiction, what getting sober at 21 looked like and much more.        Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Caldera Lab:   https://www.calderalab.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order       What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:47 5 things that have helped her stay sober for 20 years  03:28 12 step meetings vs. personal development  08:07 Dealing with shame and judgment    10:14 Transforming her identity as an addict  18:04 Being driven led to her addiction 20:59 Why did she put so much pressure on herself? 22:58 When did things get bad? 26:25 Hitting rock bottom 33:12 Sobriety as a 21 year old  39:09 Daily mental work prepares you 43:12 How she built a 7 figure business  46:16 Being recognized is a good thing 50:16 Building inner self-worth 53:28 Is Moira hard on herself? 57:33 What does her identity look like now? Episode Resources: Moira | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest and returning back to the show is my good friend Darin Olien. Darin is a well-known superfood hunter, co-host of the Emmy™ Award Winning, #1 Netflix docu-series, Down to Earth with Zac Efron. and host of the Darin Olien show. He is also a New York Times best selling author and his latest book “Fatal Conveniences: The Toxic Products and Harmful Habits That Are Making You Sick—and the Simple Changes That Will Save Your Health” will be the focus of today’s chat.    Today on the show we discuss: what inspired Darin to talk about the dangers of “fatal conveniences,” common household products and items that you use every single day that can be damaging to your health, why tap water is toxic and how to effectively improve your water quality, why excessive cell phone use can be harmful and what you can do to reduce the potential negative health effects, simple switches you can make with your beauty products and much more.   Thanks to today’s sponsors:   House of Macadamias:   Get 20% off your order & free box of sea salted macadamia nuts at:   houseofmacadamias.com/doug (use code DOUG20)   Just Thrive:   https://justthrivehealth.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order           What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:40 Products you use everyday that could be damaging your health   06:04 Darin puts me on the spot 06:51 Is he fear mongering?   08:00 EMF’s, cell phones and radiation 17:34 Minimize your exposure  21:45 Chemicals are in your water  24:35 How to improve your water quality  27:04 Water filters are not enough   29:10 Doesn’t the dosage make the poison? 35:20 Why did Darin write his new book? 40:52 Rethink your beauty products  Episode Resources: Darin | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest and returning back to the podcast is Alan Aragon. Alan is a nutrition researcher and educator with over 30 years of success in the field. He is known as one of the most influential figures in the fitness industry's movement towards evidence-based information. His notable clients include Stone called Steve Austin, Derek Fisher, and Pete Sampras. Alan writes a monthly research review providing cutting edge theoretical and practical information. Alan's work has been published in popular magazines and has also been published in peer-reviewed scientific literature. He co-authored Nutrient Timing Revisited the Most Viewed article in the history of the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.   Today we discuss: how mental health and physical health are closely related. Why food doesn't necessarily cause inflammation, what foods you can eat to improve your mood. The truth about industry funded research, current wellness trends that Alan thinks are overrated. What to look for when choosing to follow someone online, what type of exercise is best for your mental health and much more. Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Caldera Lab:   https://www.calderalab.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:40 The connection between physical health & mental health  02:20 The most important first step 06:11 Best type of exercise to improve your mental health  08:24 Unhealthy relationship with healthy eating  12:44 Having a healthy relationship with food 14:30 Who should you follow online?  18:49 Avoid echo chambers  22:34 Red flags for online health/fitness accounts  28:10 Industry funded research  35:00 Wellness myths 40:19 Does food cause inflammation? 46:22 Food that improve your mental health Episode Resources: Alan | Website, Instagram       ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest and returning back to the podcast is Jillian Turecki. Jillian is a certified relationship coach, teacher and writer who for 20 years has taught others how to transform their relationships with themselves. She is also the host of the popular podcast, “Jillian on Love.”   Today we discuss: the most powerful lessons Jillian has learned over the last ten years, how she betrayed herself in previous relationships, how you can rebuild your trust in romantic partners, the difference between love bombing and interest, how to navigate the current dating landscape and why should you get off dating apps if you’re looking to meet someone and much more.  Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Just Thrive:   https://justthrivehealth.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order     What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:00 Top lessons Jillian has learned in last ten years  05:30 Why did she betray herself in relationships? 09:04 What was the tipping point for Jillian?    14:15 Turning pain into purpose  16:44 Restoring her faith in men 21:43 Learning to trust again after a bad relationship 24:55 Are you love bombing someone? 29:34 If someone says THIS to you at the beginning, RUN!  30:35 Avoid coming off too strong 34:33 Why are people still stuck after “doing the work” 37:03 Get off the dating apps 41:04 How to maintain a healthy relationship 42:20 Could Jillian have saved any of her past relationships? 44:18 How does she protect her energy?  46:42 How to keep the spark alive Episode Resources: Jillian | Podcast, Instagram Relationship course      ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is actor Ethan Suplee. He is known for his roles in films like Remember the Titans, Blow, and Mallrats, as well as in TV shows like Boy Meets World and My Name is Earl. But outside of his acting career, Ethan has an incredibly inspiring story. He has lost over 250 lb and Ethan has also been sober for over 20 years.    Today we discuss: What helped Ethan lose over 250 lb and get sober, Why you should aim to "kill your clone" every single day, two things you must focus on if you want to stay sober, why eating healthy is more challenging than remaining abstinent, how Ethan's past has shaped how he parents his kids, what has helped him sustain his transformation, how to improve your relationship with discomfort and much more. Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Caldera Lab:   https://www.calderalab.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order   What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:56 “I killed my clone today.” 04:20 Losing weight won’t fix your problems 07:12 Health is a lifelong pursuit   09:21 Why Ethan doesn’t cheat on his diet  11:37 He thought he was going to die in his sleep 13:45 Ethan’s childhood and why he doesn’t blame his family  20:07 Allergic to carbs?   23:34 Numbing the pain 27:04 What made Ethan decide to change his life? 33:07 There is no destination    33:08 Why eating healthy is harder than staying sober 37:59 How did Ethan develop a healthy relationship with food? 40:33 Creating new habits 43:28 Why do so many people struggle to lose weight? 46:13 How to redirect negative thoughts 48:00 Embracing discomfort  50:30 How Ethan parents his kids 54:53 Parenting extremes  57:03 How would he have parented differently?  59:23 Two things you must do to stay sober 1:01:23 What’s next for Ethan?     Episode Resources: Ethan | Podcast, Instagram     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Rebecca Rosen. Rebecca is a spiritual medium and bestselling author with over 20 years of experience working as an ambassador between the spirit world and our day-to-day world.    Today we discuss: Rebecca’s view on the circle of life and the afterlife, how to unlearn negative beliefs and become unstuck, why affirmations alone don’t work, how to get grounded without meditating, what communicating with the dead has taught her about what truly matters during our time on earth, how Rebecca shifted from a spiritual skeptic to a long time believer, how to begin to connect with your spirit guides and the afterlife and more.  What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:56 Rebecca’s view on the circle of life 02:45 Her message to skeptics 05:21 Communicating with God, the universe or the dead?   07:05 Connecting to your highest self  10:09 Transforming false beliefs  15:53 Your soul contract  19:18 Life lessons you are meant to learn  21:47 Measuring and building self worth  26:39 What the afterlife says about what matters most 29:28 Acting like your highest self  31:14 Identifying your heaven 33:05 Rebecca’s thoughts on manifestation 35:51 What happens after we die? 38:15 Reincarnation  42:03 How to communicate with the dead  44:44 Reconnecting with my cellmate who passed away 48:50 Is a dead relative trying to talk to you? 51:24 Different views of spirituality  53:38 Getting grounded without meditating  55:37 From victim to empowerment  Episode Resources: Rebecca | Website, Instagram     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

T.K. Coleman has been an educator and entrepreneur for the past twenty years. After co-founding an apprenticeship program to help aspiring young professionals launch their careers, he now serves as the Education Director at the Foundation for Economic Education. Combining his experience in entrepreneurship, finance, philosophy, and theater, he now delivers compelling workshops on entrepreneurship, creativity, and economic thinking to HS and College students around the country. In July 2022 T.K. joined The Minimalists Podcast as their new Co-host and is excited to help people declutter the habits and ideas that hold them back from the life they truly want. Today on the show we discuss: how to escape the rat race and get rid of emotional clutter, how to quiet the noise and deal with adversity in the moment, the danger of having too many friends and how to reevaluate relationships, how to reframe negative events in your life, how to convince yourself to do the “hard thing” even when it’s scary, how to ride the “wave of life” and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Timeline Nutrition Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timelinenutrition.com/doug and use code DOUG to get 10% off your order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guests are Dr. Kelly Starrett and Juliet Starrett. Kelly is the coauthor of the New York Times bestsellers Becoming a Supple Leopard and Ready to Run. He consults with athletes and coaches from the NFL, NBA, NHL, and MLB, the US Olympic Team, elite Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard forces, and corporations on employee health and wellbeing. Juliet is an entrepreneur, attorney, author, and podcaster. She was also a professional whitewater paddler, winning three world championships and five national titles. Together, Kelly and Juliet co founded The Ready State and San Francisco Crossfit, and cowrote the Wall Street Journal best-selling book Deskbound.   Today we discuss: Why prolonged sitting is so dangerous for your health, the hidden advantages of walking and why you should count your steps daily, what you can do to increase your longevity and optimize the aging process, how to reduce your risk of injury and why stretching before a workout is ineffective, the best things you can do every day to supercharge your range of motion and mobility, how to optimize your sleep position to help alleviate pain, what you should do if you are experiencing aches and pains, and much more.   Thanks to today’s sponsor:   Just Thrive:   https://justthrivehealth.com/   Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 20% off your order What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:34 Is sitting as bad as smoking? 03:27 The hidden advantages of walking  09:19 Stop overcomplicating things   14:35 Early signs of poor mobility  17:00 Pain is a request for change 19:38 How to fix tight hips 22:00 Reduce your risk of injury  21:52 Daily mobility hacks  28:04 The single greatest thing you can do  26:39 Don’t stretch before working out  35:07 Equipment you should have at home 38:44 How to avoid getting hurt in the gym 41:23 The gym is the safest place there is  44:33 Sometimes you need to slow down 47:52 Rehab your injury properly  54:11 The best sleep position to prevent pain  Episode Resources: Kelly and Juliet | Website, Book     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is Martinus Evans. Martinus has run eight marathons since his doctor told him to “lose weight or die” in July 2012. Since then, he’s also coached hundreds of runners and been featured in The New York Times, Men’s Health, The Wall Street Journal, Runner’s World, New York Post, LADbible, HuffPost, Magnolia, and U.S. News & World Report. Martinus is the Founder and CEO of the Slow AF Run Club, a community of over 10,000 members worldwide. When he’s not running races around the world, he enjoys speaking passionately about issues related to size-inclusivity, mindset, DEI, and mental health.   We discuss: how being told to “lose weight or die” fueled his anger to transform his life, how he went from running 15 seconds on a treadmill to running multiple marathons, why you can be both overweight and healthy, how using an alter ego helped Martinus destroy self-doubt, how he overcame early challenges and kept going when things got tough, how sports and tragedy kept Martinus away from selling drugs as a kid and much more. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:30 “Lose weight or die” 05:08 Fueled by anger and rage 07:42 Was this the first time he tried to get fit? 09:55 Running his first 5k  11:21 Mistreated by other runners 14:21 Did he experience challenges early on? 19:11 Everyone should be physically active 21:52 You can be overweight and HEALTHY 24:38 Having a plan and building community  26:39 Falling in love with the process 29:27 Discipline builds motivation  31:42 Why he doesn’t want to win races 33:39 Running his first marathon 37:20 Being heckled at mile 19 40:30 It’s you vs. your mind vs. everyone else 43:55 What’s his diet like? 47:31 How often does he get bloodwork done? 49:47 How did Martinus avoid selling drugs as a kid? 54:54 The importance of playing sports 56:36 Being bullied in school Episode Resources: Martinus | Website, Book     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Case Kenny. Case is an entrepreneur, mindfulness expert and host and founder of the top 25 Apple podcast  New Mindset, Who Dis. You may also recognize him from his viral coffee cup and post-it quotes on Instagram, which have been shared by millions and featured by Complex, Forbes, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan and many more. Case is also the creator of the best-selling mindfulness journals and recently published his first book in January 2023, "That's Bold Of You," a self-help book to guide readers on how to let go of self-judgment.    Today we discuss: why being single is a superpower, how to elevate your level of happiness, why you don’t need to love yourself to be in a relationship, how to feel understood and understand your partner in a relationship, the biggest red flag you don’t want to overlook, why you should focus on being proud of yourself, what you must do before dating again and much more. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 00:30 Common dating traps 02:26 Being single is a superpower 06:22 Getting to know yourself 09:45 Should you start dating again? 12:48 How to stop attracting the wrong person 17:08 What to do if you’re unhappy with your relationship 19:43 Separating your head from your heart  22:36 Love is not enough 24:43 Overlooked secret to healthy relationships 27:05 Attract the right person 30:27 Rejection 34:14 What was Case like before he started his podcast?  36:49 Using journaling to overcome negative beliefs  38:20 Letting go of overthinking  42:11 Why being proud of yourself is so important 45:35 Manifesting isn’t always spiritual 49:04 How to deal with bad luck 51:44 The biggest green flag 55:35 The biggest red flag 58:02 Don’t do THESE things when dating Episode Resources: Case | Website, Podcast     ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov and https://www.samhsa.gov   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices