Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drethankross472 Dr. Ethan Kross (IG: @ethankross) is one of the world's leading experts on controlling the conscious mind. An award-winning professor at the University of Michigan and the Ross School of Business, he is the director of the Emotion & Self Control Laboratory. Ethan is the author of Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It. If you’re someone who’s struggling with controlling the negative thoughts circling your mind - this conversation is going to give you the tools you need to take back control. In this episode, we discuss: What it means to control your mind The ability to experience negative thoughts & emotions The importance of our inner voice Animals experience learned helplessness Useful tools to help shift your internal chatter Practicing distanced self-talk Normalizing the experience of chatter The ability to time travel in our minds How to feel without becoming overwhelmed What happens when we overthink our problems? The process of getting and providing support Finding the right therapist for you Teaching kids how to deal with their chatter Forms of invisible support Seeking out awe-inspiring experiences Performing rituals helps us quiet chatter Savouring positive experiences Ethan’s father taught him to focus inward How Ethan coached himself through a threatening situation Tools you can use during extreme moments of stress Social media's impact on wellbeing What makes someone a good chat advisor? Show sponsors: Oura Ring 

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472: Use These Simple Techniques to Control Your Mind & Eliminate Negative Thoughts | Dr. Ethan Kross

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drellenvora471 Dr. Ellen Vora (IG: @ellenvoramd) is a holistic psychiatrist, acupuncturist, yoga teacher and author of The Anatomy of Anxiety. She takes a functional medicine approach to mental health, considering the whole person and addressing imbalance at the root. I really appreciate Ellen’s unique approach to helping people dealing with anxiety and other mental health challenges. If you’re suffering mentally, this conversation is going to give you new ways of working through your challenge. In this episode, we discuss: The root causes of anxiety Defining false anxiety vs. true anxiety Is low blood sugar causing your anxiety? Focus on eating nutrient-dense foods The role inflammation plays in chronic mental health issues If psychiatric meds aren’t working for you... there’s still hope The silent epidemic The physiology of withdrawal symptoms Ways to increase GABA naturally What is the vagus nerve + why it’s important Practice breathwork to stimulate your vagus nerve Shamanic shaking: using your body as a healing tool Common factors of false anxiety Is your birth control pill causing anxiety? How hormones can impact your mood How Ellen got into holistic psychiatry How to find a holistic psychiatrist to work with What is the limbic system? What's your version of a fulfilling life? Flow into your emotions Pay attention to true anxiety Psychedelics as a tool for mental health challenges Integrating the use of plant medicines and therapy together The benefit of social connection + how to become more social Why is it so hard for humans to be vulnerable? Show sponsors: Organifi 

471: How to Calm Your Anxiety & Release Stress | Dr. Ellen Vora

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/daphneoz470 Daphne Oz (IG: @daphneoz) is an Emmy Award-winning television host, New York Times bestselling author and a natural foods chef. She cohosts The Good Dish, a new syndicated daytime cooking and lifestyle talk show airing daily nationwide. Daphne just released a cookbook called Eat Your Heart Out: All-Fun, No-Fuss Food to Celebrate Eating Clean. It’s a collection of 150 recipes free from gluten and refined sugar and full of flavor. When it comes to health and wellness, Daphne has a way of being that honours moderation while still focusing on keeping healthy - you’re going to take a lot away from our chat! In this episode, we discuss: Where did Daphne’s passion for health and wellness stem from? Her transition from information-based health to emotional-based health Why she doesn’t believe in restricting foods Yo-yo dieting is not a sustainable solution The two-bite rule Growing up primarily vegetarian Daphne shares why she doesn’t practice intermittent fasting Create family bonding time in the kitchen Daphne’s supplement recommendations The positive benefits her family experienced moving from New York to Florida The importance of connection and making friends How to cultivate an online community in a healthy way Following in the footsteps of her father, Dr. Oz Motherhood + what she’s learned as a mom of 4 Make time for yourself Make a game plan for the following day Advice on navigating marriage & parenthood How to tackle picky eaters Helping moms through their motherhood journeys The inspiration behind “Eat Your Heart Out” Daphne’s relationship with gluten over the years Show sponsors: LMNT 

470: How to Eat Clean While Keeping Things Fun & Flexible | Daphne Oz

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drwilliamli469 Dr. William Li (IG: @drwilliamli) is a physician, scientist, president & medical director of the Angiogenesis Foundation, and author of Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself. Our conversation explains how to integrate the foods you already love to fight cancer, autoimmune disease, and other debilitating conditions. In this episode, we discuss: What is ​​angiogenesis + why is it important? We all get microscopic cancers forming in our bodies Food is medicine Eating dietary fiber during immunotherapy improves cancer survival rate How to build a healthy gut microbiome Grand slammer foods that activate all 5 health defense systems Consuming lycopene from tomatoes is anti-angiogenic Dr. Li focuses on foods that have shown human benefits through science Soy does not cause breast cancer + why it’s actually beneficial Men shouldn't fear soy Foods that stimulate regeneration through stem cells Stem cell therapy is still being refined Specific foods that kill cancer stem cells Foods that lower inflammation Whole foods first + when supplements may be helpful Choosing from 200+ foods that activate your health defenses Dr. Li’s motto is “love your food to love your health” Specific foods that boost immunity What are telomeres + foods that slow down cellular aging Show sponsors: BiOptimizers 

469: What to Eat to Starve Cancer & Heal the Body | Dr. William Li

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/terricole468 Terri Cole (IG: @terricole) is a New York-based, licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert and founder of Real Love Revolution. Today we’re discussing her book, Boundary Boss: The Essential Guide to Talk True, Be Seen, and (Finally) Live Free. Stick around and learn how to set healthy boundaries which will transform your relationship with yourself and your relationships with others. In this episode, we discuss: The concept of boundaries The process of self-awareness The OK vs. not OK exercise What is your boundary archetype? How to address workplace boundaries in a healthy way Creating a proactive boundary success plan Simply say "no" You don’t need to problem-solve for others How do we shift our relationship with fear Setting boundaries + how to handle reactions The fear of change The catalyst for change in relationships Make a simple request Setting our own internal boundaries The resentment effect Revealing the secondary gain Good boundaries vs. disordered boundaries Physical manifestations of having disordered boundaries Create a boundary blueprint Living an authentic life Teaching kids age-appropriate boundaries How your family system impacts your boundaries Show sponsors: Organifi 

468: Psychotherapist Reveals How to Set Healthy Boundaries & Stop Getting Pushed Around | Terri Cole

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drjasonfung467 Dr. Jason Fung (IG: @drjasonfung) is a physician, researcher, New York Times bestselling author and currently practices as a nephrologist (kidney specialist). He is the co-founder of The Fasting Method, which provides the education, tools and community needed to successfully implement intermittent fasting. If you’re looking to shed some extra pounds - this conversation is for you! In this episode, we discuss: What causes weight gain? Our misguided obsession with calories Why a calorie-restricted diet doesn’t work How to reduce your metabolic rate The truth about exercise and weight loss Do genetics play a role in weight gain? Eliminating processed foods and sugars Carbohydrates aren’t essential Stop eating 6-10x a day! How insulin works in the body Green tea & coffee have minimal insulin effect during fasting Should you add MCT oil into your morning coffee? Artifical sweetners have appetite stimulating effects Getting your body into ketosis Jason shares his diet & what he does on a typical day of fasting Top 2 ways of combatting an insulin spike How to reverse type 2 diabetes Show sponsors: NutriSense 

467: Intermittent Fasting Is the Key to Weight Loss | Dr. Jason Fung

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drnicolelepera466 Dr. Nicole LePera (IG: @the.holistic.psychologist) is a clinical psychologist and #1 New York Times bestselling author. In private practice, she often found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy. Wanting more for her patients and herself, Nicole began a journey to develop a united philosophy of mental, physical, and spiritual health that equips people with the tools necessary to heal themselves. Nicole is the creator of the #SelfHealers movement where people from around the world are joining together in a community to take healing into their own hands. In this episode, we discuss: Where to begin to “do the work” What is a census check-in? Returning to the present moment Getting more connected with yourself A small daily promise The voice of resistance Tune into your intuition The role of our nervous system How to tone your vagus nerve Becoming conscious = becoming empowered Communicate your why Setting healthy boundaries The relationship between parent and child The wounded inner child Nicole’s journey into becoming the Holistic Psychologist Beliefs are your repeated thoughts Experimenting with binaural beats and affirmations What is your ego story? Name your ego Looking within for answers Connecting with similar stories Show sponsors: Thrive Market 

466: How to Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind to Create Lasting Transformation | Dr. Nicole LePera

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/cynthiathurlow465 Cynthia Thurlow (IG: @cynthia_thurlow_) is a nurse practitioner, CEO and founder of the Everyday Wellness Project, and international speaker, with over 10 million views for her second TEDx talk on intermittent fasting. With over 20 years experience in health and wellness, she is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and nutritional health. Today we're discussing Cynthia's new book, Intermittent Fasting Transformation: The 45-Day Program for Women to Lose Stubborn Weight, Improve Hormonal Health, and Slow Aging. If you’re a woman interested in intermittent fasting, this comprehensive conversation is for you and how to go about getting the most from this practice. Men stick around, you’ll take a lot away from this too. In this episode, we discuss: Debunking the myth: Intermittent fasting is unsafe for women What is intermittent fasting? The simple and slow approach to start fasting Are you metabolically flexible? Understanding what you can consume in a fasted state How to structure your meals after breaking a fast Cynthia’s typical day of fasting + what she eats Will adding sugar substitutes to bitter drinks break a fast? The fasting benefits of spermidine and berberine What is autophagy? High intensity interval training (HIIT) can upregulate autophagy The benefits of C8 MCT oil + how to incorporate it into your diet How to use detox binders while fasting Cynthia’s transition into health, wellness, and fasting What age does perimenopause start + common symptoms How to approach fasting as a woman going through perimenopause Fasting in menopause Why stress management is important The many health benefits of intermittent fasting The benefits of intermittent fasting & weight training The best snack recommendations (if needed) The differences between intermittent fasting for men vs women Show sponsors: Just Thrive 

465: The Complete Guide to Intermittent Fasting for Women | Cynthia Thurlow

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drjoshaxe464 Dr. Josh Axe (IG: @drjoshaxe) is the founder of Ancient Nutrition and DrAxe.com. He’s a certified doctor of natural medicine, doctor of chiropractic and clinical nutritionist with a passion to help people get healthy by empowering them to use nutrition to fuel their health. Josh is also a multiple time bestselling author. This is the 4th time Josh is on the show and we cover a wide range of topics and get really practical with some great takeaways you can apply to your healthy lifestyle. In this episode, we discuss: What is collagen + why it’s important The difference between bone broth and gelatin Sources of collagen + their benefits Why you should take whole food, natural supplements The top bone-building foods to consume Use alternative search engines to find health info The best collagen options for omnivores & vegetarians Collagen supporting food recommendations for vegans The diet of our ancient ancestors The 5 seasons in Chinese medicine The Axe family transition to life in Puerto Rico Josh’s thoughts on gluten + his personal journey with it The best diet to heal leaky gut syndrome The varying degrees of leaky gut syndrome The best diet + supplements to heal inflammation The best nutrients & herbs for blood sugar balance Understanding the doctrine of signatures and ancient ways of healing Emotional health is the most important aspect of your health Top herb recommendations for health & wellness Show sponsors: LMNT 

464: These Are the Top Foods & Supplements for Getting Rid of Leaky Gut | Dr. Josh Axe

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drlouisignarro463 Dr. Louis Ignarro (IG: @dr.louisignarro) has more than 40 years of experience as a research scientist and was a professor at UCLA. In 1998, he was awarded a Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking discovery of nitric oxide or (NO) and its many critically important biological actions. Dr. Lou’s groundbreaking research on NO paved the way for the drug Viagra and he’s been nicknamed the Father of Viagra. Earlier this year Dr. Lou released a new book, Dr. NO: The Discovery That Led to a Nobel Prize and Viagra. NO is a molecule you may not have heard of before but it’s powerful and can have a profound influence on your health - stick around to learn more. In this episode, we discuss: Why nitric oxide (NO) is important Specific foods that boost NO production How quickly does NO boost in your system after eating specific foods? Foods that cause a decrease in NO Arginine is required for nitric oxide production Specific functions NO has on the gastrointestinal (GI) system & bladder The physiology of nitric oxide for penile erection The rise of Viagra Dr. Lou recalls how he found out he won the Nobel Prize How winning the Nobel Prize changed his life personally & professionally Taking arginine & citrulline together boosts NO NO improves your athletic performance Endothelial cells produce NO when you exercise Breathing through your nose boosts NO in your lungs How breathing through your nose can protect against COVID-19 Hydration, rest, and electrolytes Eating a healthy, balanced diet Dr. Lou's passion for teaching & educating The future of NO research Show sponsors: BiOptimizers 

463: Supercharge Your Health by Naturally Boosting This Miracle Molecule! | Dr. Louis Ignarro

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/joshpeck462 Josh Peck (IG: @shuapeck) has established himself as one of Hollywood's rising talents, making the seamless transition from child actor to leading man. He’s starred in feature films and is best known for his role on the Nickelodeon phenomenon Drake & Josh (2004-2007) for which he received a Kids’ Choice Nomination. Today we’re discussing Josh’s new book, Happy People Are Annoying. This memoir is full of surprising life lessons for anyone seeking to accept their past and make peace with the complicated face in the mirror. Josh has had his share of ups and downs during the 35 years he’s been on the planet. He brought a lot of wisdom and inspiration to our conversation - I hope you enjoy this as much as I did. In this episode, we discuss: Why Josh wrote his candid memoir, Happy People Are Annoying Growing up overweight in the spotlight How Josh lost 127lbs in his late teens Learning that gratitude comes from within How people responded to Josh after his weight loss Body positivity and representation for all sizes Dealing with a drug addiction + getting sober Knowing when it’s time to make a change The catalyst to go to AA and get help Leaving bad habits behind... learning how to live a good life Embracing your inner child Being honest about facing challenges Podcasts allow for more vulnerability What it feels like to no longer be hiding The therapeutic process of writing a book What Josh’s career was like after getting sober Acting... why you need to keep practicing Josh’s social media success A different perspective on the audition process Josh's thoughts on becoming a dad The drive to perform Not getting attached to the good or bad times Show sponsors: Organifi 

462: Josh Peck on Finding Happiness & How You Can Too!

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/drstevengundry461 Dr. Steven Gundry (IG: @drstevengundry) is one of the world’s top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition. He is the author of many New York Times bestselling books. He is the founder of Gundry MD, a line of wellness products and supplements, host of the top-rated health show, The Dr. Gundry Podcast, and medical director at The International Heart and Lung Institute Center for Restorative Medicine. Today we’re discussing Dr. Gundy’s new book, Unlocking the Keto Code, which offers a revolutionary take on the keto diet that debunks common myths and shows how to reap the rewards of keto with less restriction. In this episode, we discuss: What is mitochondrial uncoupling? The history of ketones & epilepsy Ketones are NOT super fuel for your brain Uncoupling to survive theory We’ve gotten melatonin all wrong! Time-restricted eating improves metabolic flexibility MCT oil helps produce ketones (even with carbs!) The best way to take MCT oil What are polyphenols? + their uncoupling effect The role of postbiotics Foods that help uncouple your mitochondria The discovery of postbiotic gasses Dr. Gundry’s thoughts on taking exogenous ketones How hot & cold therapy uncouple your mitochondria The mitochondrial uncoupling impact of red & near-infrared light therapy Caffeine uncouples your mitochondria Exercise for your mitochondria Spices that uncouple your mitochondria Show sponsors: Oura Ring 

461: A New Take On the Keto Diet With More Benefits & No Deprivation | Dr. Steven Gundry

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/dianemacedo460 Diane Macedo (IG: @dianermacedo) is currently an anchor and correspondent for ABC News and an anchor for ABC News Live. She’s the author of The Sleep Fix: Practical, Proven, and Surprising Solutions for Insomnia, Snoring, Shift Work and More. In this episode, we discuss: Diane’s struggle with insomnia to writing The Sleep Fix Change the narrative of your sleep problems Why do sleep disorders go undiagnosed? Identifying your sleep problem Tracking your sleep Sleep apnea + alternative options for treatment Circadian rhythm disorder explained Understanding how to treat insomnia Why removing blue light/screen time before bed might backfire for insomniacs Sleep tips for shift workers Journaling helps you deal with worry Using light therapy as a wake signal What's a compromised circadian position? Aligning your circadian rhythm and sleep drive Diane’s thoughts on napping Caffeine isn’t the problem when it comes to your sleep How long should it take to fall asleep? Should you listen to audiobooks, podcasts, music, or meditate before bed? Alcohol disrupts your sleep drive How to truly blackout your bedroom Take the pressure off when it comes to your nighttime routine Diane’s bedtime routine Diane’s transition from working the night shift to the day shift Show sponsors: Paleovalley 

460: How to Optimize Your Sleep, Practical Advice From an Ex-Insomniac | Diane Macedo

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/danielpink459 Daniel Pink’s (IG: @danielpink) books have helped readers and organizations around the world rethink how they live and operate. He’s a New York Times bestselling author and his books have sold millions of copies, been translated into forty-two languages, and have won multiple awards. Today we’re discussing Dan’s new book, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward. We all have regrets, they’re a universal and healthy part of being human. Dan’s here to explain how regret works, which can help us make smarter decisions, perform better at work & school, and bring greater meaning to our lives. In this episode, we discuss: The catalyzing event that had Dan thinking about his own regrets Everybody has regrets The 4 core regrets Regrets of action and regrets of inaction Open door regrets vs. closed door regrets Anticipating your regrets Who makes better decisions... maximizers or satisficers? Opportunity and obligation Reframing a regret Disclosing your regrets Dan's collection of 16,000 regrets What are feelings for? Extracting a lesson from your regret You’re not going to regret reaching out Don’t wait till the end of your life to think about regrets What regret teaches us How to move past a moral breach Creating a positive legacy from negative regrets Show sponsors: Organifi 

459: How to Use Regret as a Pathway to Your Best Life | Daniel Pink

Watch the full video interview on YouTube here: https://bit.ly/gabbybernstein458 For over sixteen years, Gabby Bernstein (IG: @gabbybernstein) has been transforming lives - including her own. The #1 New York Times bestselling author has penned nine books, including The Universe Has Your Back and Super Attractor. In her weekly podcast, Dear Gabby, she offers up real-time coaching, straight talk, and conversations about personal growth and spirituality with unique and inspiring guests. What started as hosting intimate conversations with twenty people in her New York City apartment, Gabby has grown into speaking to tens of thousands in sold-out venues throughout the world. Today we’re discussing Gabby's new book, Happy Days: The Guided Path from Trauma to Profound Freedom and Inner Peace. In this episode, we discuss: The origin behind the “Happy Days” ritual At age 36, Gabby recalls memories of her childhood sexual trauma Understanding internal family systems therapy Becoming self-aware of workaholic coping mechanisms The chaoticness exercise Permission to slow down How therapy helps Gabby show up for herself and her audience Antidepressants for postpartum depression saved Gabby’s life The stigma against medications in the natural health world Use medication + deep therapy as part of your spiritual toolkit Giving birth reactivates childhood trauma Gabby’s thoughts on psychedelic therapy & sobriety How to begin your trauma healing path The root cause behind physical symptoms + the solution Releasing trauma with somatic experiencing therapy Gabby shares her miscarriage experience Moving through grief in a healthy way Show sponsors: BiOptimizers 

458: How to Heal the Pain of Your Past to Find Freedom & Inner Peace | Gabby Bernstein

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