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What made Steve Jobs such a powerful communicator? Tune into this episode of Growth Island w/ Forbes-featured communication expert/bestselling author Nancy Duarte to find out, and more how translating numbers into narratives help you win in business. In this talk, Nancy Duarte discusses the mechanics of making great presentations, the secrets to a powerful speech, and how to communicate better with your team and stakeholders. Drawing on real-world examples from her work with clients including Apple, Nancy provides concrete tips that will make you a more persuasive and effective communicator. If you're someone who aspires to transform into a flawless communicator, the expert tips shared by Nancy in this episode will definitely help you grow. Keynotes: 00:00 Coming Up 00:16 Introduction 1:33 How did Nancy get into speech and communication? 3:38 What makes a speech epic and impactful? 5:53 Nancy's top three speeches of all time 8:03 Top tips for a great presentation 14:56 Suggestions about good presentations one can apply today 16:54 Does using busy, dense or heavy slides always work while presenting? 19:03 Common mistakes to avoid while presenting 21:20 Nancy's experience with people's attention span 21:45 One thing Nancy wishes she would've known 10 years ago 27:53 What differentiates Nancy from others in her field 28:39 How does Nancy overcomes her biggest challenges 31:03 Tips on how to communicate better with your spouse 32:39 Are we actually in heaven? 33:59 Industry misconceptions about communication that must be clarified 37:55 What does Duarte, Inc. do as a company 38:14 What does Nancy prefer doing these days 40:59 Where can people find Nancy Duarte 41:32 Three tips for a happy, healthy and meaningful life Connect with Nancy Duarte Twitter: www.twitter.com/nancyduarte LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/nancyduarte/ Resources Duarte, Inc. website: https://www.duarte.com/

Can going to saunas four times a week save you from a severe heart attack? Researchers says YES. In this video, we discuss the history and health benefits of saunas with Lassi A Liikkanen, author of the Amazon bestseller "The Secrets of Finnish Sauna Design". Lassi is also a renowned expert in the construction of saunas and takes us through Finland's history and present state of sauna development and innovation. If you're interested in learning more about saunas, this is the perfect video for you! Keynotes: 00:00 Coming Up 00:15 Introduction 01:34 Lassi's journey into sauna research 03:25 Health benefits of saunas 06:28 Are people always naked in Finnish saunas? 08:50 Key aspects while designing the ideal sauna 13:21 Types of heaters commonly used and why 16:19 Do electric heaters really emit negative ions? 19:03 Are the Finnish outraged about the protest against wood-burning heaters? 22:42 Quick Fire question round with Lassi about saunas 29:28 Is everyone slowly acknowledging the benefits of sauna? 31:47 Main difference between a good sauna and a bad sauna 33:42 How to ensure good ventilation in a sauna? 36:09 Lassi's opinion on infrared and hybrid saunas 37:55 Common misconceptions about infrared saunas 39:41 Finland's current state of sauna development and innovation 41:34 Discussing Lassi's sauna hat 43:02 Lassi's advice to people who want to visit saunas 45:18 Where can people find more about Lassi 46:11 Three tips for a happy, healthy and meaningful life Connect with Lassi A. Liikkanen Twitter: https://twitter.com/lassial LinkedIn: https://fi.linkedin.com/in/lassial Resources Website: https://saunologia.fi/

Are you curious about psychedelics and drugs? Let's hear what the experts have to say. In today's episode of Growth Island, Professor Wayne Hall discusses his research into psychedelics, their potential benefits and harms, and how they might be used to help people struggling with addiction. He also comments on recent developments in the field of psychedelic research, including the increasing popularity of micro dosing. Wayne Hall is an honorary professor at the University of Queensland's National Centre for Youth Substance Use Research. Wayne has advised the WHO on the health effects associated with cannabis use, the viability of drug substitution therapy, the scientific quality of the Swiss heroin trials, the contribution of illicit drug use to the global burden of disease, and the ethical implications of genetic and neurological addiction research. If you're curious about trying psychedelics and micro dosing, the sheer knowledge and guidance offered by Wayne in this episode would undoubtedly help you make a wise decision. Keynotes: 00:00 Coming Up 00:24 Introduction 1:30 Wayne's journey into researching about psychedelics 2:42 What are psychedelics? 4:47 Current status on research about Ayahuasca 7:35 How can psychedelics be used for treatment 10:39 Ketamine vs Psilocybin - which is safer? 12:38 The truth about microdosing 14:10 Finding the right funding for psychedelic research - easy or tough? 15:56 Who should be extra careful while trying microdosing 17:31 Where will psychedelics be viewed in society, ten years from now? 19:39 Why were psychedelics not a part of academia before? 22:37 Exploring the science-backed benefits of cannabis 28:30 Biggest challenges in psychedelic research 30:08 How to stop being addicted to illicit drugs? 34:05 What guided Wayne to reach such career heights 36:16 Three tips for a happy, healthy, and meaningful life 37:28 Where to find more about Wayne Hall Connect with Wayne Hall LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-hall Resources www.researchers.uq.edu.au/researcher/1067

Did you know that Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that have health benefits for both mind and body? Tune into today's episode of Growth Island for amazing unknown facts about whether olive oils are bad for you, and much more. In this interview, Udo Erasmus, author of "Fats That Heal, Fats That Kill" and "The Omega Diet," discusses the benefits of consuming omega fats, the healthy diet he recommends, and more. In this episode we discuss:

Can you stop trauma from happening? No, sometimes it is unavoidable but what we can do is weaken and rewire the damage that it has done using your minds capacity to heal, Dr. Caroline Leaf is my guest on Growth Island this week. Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist with a Masters and PhD in Communication Pathology and a BSc in Logopedics, specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study how the brain can change (neuroplasticity) with directed mind input. Dr. Leaf is also the bestselling author of Switch on Your Brain, Think Learn Succeed, Think and Eat Yourself Smart, and many more. She teaches at academic, medical and neuroscience conferences, churches, and to various audiences around the world. In this episode we discuss:

Soon women will be able to reproduce on their own. This statement may scare some of you or may be comforting to know, but it's all thanks to the power of stem cells. I have with me an esteemed guest Dr. Alessandro Prigion on the show this week. Dr. Alessandro Prigion is a professor of Pediatric Metabolic Medicine at the Medical Faculty of Heinrich Heine University in Dusseldorf, Germany and Editor-in-Chief of the journal Stem Cell Research (Elsevier). He's the person you talk to when you need to learn anything about stem cells. In this episode we discuss:

Ever been told to trust your intuition? What if I told you that there is actually science backing it. Helané Wahbeh is the Director of Research at the Institute of Noetic Sciences and an associate assistant professor at Oregon Health & Science University's Department of Neurology. Her National Institutes of Health-funded VET-MIND study looked into the mechanisms of meditation for combat veterans with PTSD. Healing stress and trauma, investigating mechanisms of mind-body medicine, and systematically exploring advanced human capacities are among her recent research interests. If you're currently undergoing a spiritual awakening, this episode will definitely help clear many of your doubts. Keynotes 00:00 Coming Up 00:25 Introduction 1:29 What is noetic science and what does channelling mean 3:02 Can you locate someone through channelling 4:07 How did Helane get into channelling and noetic science 7:27 How does Helane research on what's authentic and what isn't 10:16 Relationship between entanglements and quantum physics 13:00 Current quantifiable research going on in noetic science 15:41 Using remote viewing to earn in sports betting and casinos 19:36 Energy healing and health benefits of channelling 21:31 What is reiki? 27:59 We are all interconnected 32:02 How to take decisions based on your gut 34:35 Helane's story about intuitive experiences 36:35 Do the most successful CEOs use Intuition or psychics? 38:50 Mindfulness, meditation and its relation with noetic science 42:18 Is the Western world finally catching up? 45:19 Can you touch food and figure out if its best for your body? 48:48 How to tune into your intuition to make the right decision? 53:42 When can people find more about Helane 54:55 Helena's three advices for a better, healthier and meaningful life Connect with Helane Wahbeh LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drwahbeh Twitter: https://twitter.com/drwahbeh Resources Website: https://noetic.org/profile/helane-wahbeh/ Publication: https://www.amazon.com/Science-Channeling-Intuition-Embrace-Connects/dp/1684037158

Is your air clean? Well, it depends on where you live and your personal environment. Patrick L. Kinney is here to shed some light on the topic. Patrick joined the School of Public Health faculty in January 2017 as the inaugural Beverly Brown Professor of Urban Health. He was trained as an air pollution epidemiologist at Harvard School of Public Health, and went to Boston University after two decades at the Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health. In his time at Columbia, he showed how warming temperatures make air pollution like urban smog worse, and more harmful to populations. He led the development of an integrated modeling system to predict the air pollution health effects of climate change into the future. Working at the intersection of climate change, health, and policy, Kinney has conducted research from the South Bronx to China to rapidly growing cities throughout Africa. In this episode, we discuss:

Friendships, like all relationships, take time and effort. But it does more for your life than most of the health hacks you can think of; to shine more light on the subject, I have Lydia Denworth on the show. Lydia Denworth is a science journalist based in Brooklyn, New York. She is a contributing editor at Scientific American, and the author of the book ‘Friendship: The Evolution, Biology, and Extraordinary Power of Life's Fundamental Bond'. She has visited brain imaging labs and baboon troops in Kenya to understand friendship from a scientific perspective. In this episode we discuss:

How do people manage to live a long, healthy and meaningful life for 100+ years? Is it possible for humans to decelerate, or even reverse aging? And most importantly, can seaweed really help you look and feel younger inside out? Sigh, so less is known and talked about the science and academia behind aging research. The guest for this week's episode of Growth Island is Dr. Vera Gorbunova, a prominent name in biology and anti-aging research. Her many scientific studies and undertakings, including “Do Not Age” aim to simplify the mechanisms of age reversal and longevity for the regular person. Dr. Vera Gorbunova is also the Doris Johns Cherry professor of Biology, co-director of the Rochester Aging Research Center, and co-director of the Gorbunova and Seluanov Laboratory at the University of Rochester. In this episode, we discuss:

Does being a perfectionist stop you from connecting with your emotional side? Or does it stem from unresolved trauma? Well it depends on what type of perfectionism you are referring to, YES there are different types of perfectionists. This week's guest on Growth Island is an author, blogger, professor, Clinical Psychologist and has her own podcast. Dr. Margaret Rutherford holds a PhD. in Clinical Psychology, is a Adjunct Professor at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, she has been having a private practice for more than 29 years, she is the author of “Perfectly Hidden Depression” and runs her own podcast called “The Selfwork Podcast” In this episode we discuss:

Is your relationship or sex life going stale? Would you like to bring back the flare and spice things up with your significant other? Well, I'm sure we all need help every once in a while to keep the fire burning in a relationship, because relationships take time and effort, but it's always worth it. This weeks guest on the Growth Island is a leading expert when it comes to sex and relationships. Dr. Laura Berman is a leading expert in the field of sex and relationship therapy. She is a New York Times bestselling author of many books, including her latest “Quantum Love.” In this episode, we discuss:

Do you want to get a tan without being in the sun or a tanning bed? Well I certainly do, Dr. Heather Smith-Fernandez, my guest on this episode, talks about all the amazing things peptides can do. Dr. Heather is fully trained and certified in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement, advanced biocellular aesthetics, Integrative medicine, and preventative health. In 2016, she opened the Regenerative Institute of Medicine and is the Founder of Peptology - a trademarked set of protocols for the clinical application of peptides. She utilizes Peptides in all areas of her practice for her patients. And is one of the leading peptides experts in the world, lecturing throughout the United States, and training & certifying other physicians and providers through her online training, and in-person workshops. In this episode we discuss:

Does our memory grow weaker as we grow older? Is it inevitable that we forget more and mo- NOPE! That's one of many misconceptions we debunk in today's talk with Nelson Dellis! He is a five-time USA Memory Champion and Grandmaster of Memory. He is also one of the co-founders of Memory League and runs the nonprofit Climb 4 Memory. Safe to say, his passwords probably look like this - s6Kw4UmVgnC;>}c#5C Jokes aside, I wanted to learn more about one of our core features - memory; the misconceptions surrounding it, how we can better it, and if good memory is something people are born with ( Again, NOPE.) In this episode we discuss:

As the Russo-Ukrainian war continues, Ukraine has used lethal ‘Punisher drones' to return fire. Sounds absolutely terrifying, right? What role do these drones play in shaping our future? In this unusual but important episode, I talk to retired Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel, Wayne Phelps. He has commanded units at every level from Platoon to Squadron and was the commanding officer of the Marine Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Squadron Three. Seeing as tensions are escalating around the world and Russia refuses to back off, I wanted to learn about what goes through the minds of all those brave soldiers on either side and see the purpose of drones in modern warfare. In this episode we discuss:

How important are your personal values when it comes to making business decisions? Well turns out they are really important, if your personal values don't align with your business values you probably won't have the same level of interest in it anymore. My guest this week is Nikki Trott. She is an entrepreneur who was featured in Thrive Global's “Top Thriving Female Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2021”, she is the founder of Conscious Accelerator where she provides coaching/advisory and consulting to aspiring entrepreneurs. She also runs her own podcast “Going Conscious”. In this episode we discuss:

What do you do when you get a migraine? I take an alternating hot and cold shower, that's what works for me. Turns out that is one of the natural ways of soothing our nerves when we have a migraine. In this week's episode on the Growth Island we have a n expert on the topic. Dr. Stephen D. Silberstein MD, a neurologist and headache specialist, he is the Professor of Neurology and Director, Headache Center at Thomas Jefferson University. He is at the forefront of migraine research with numerous peer reviewed publications under his belt (over 300), he is the Co-Director of the national and international Headache Guideline Project and the Chairman, headache research group of the World Federation of Neurology. In this episode we discuss:

What do you look for when you go grocery shopping? I usually try to get foods that have the least amount of packaging and are the most fresh, that is usually the fruits and vegetables. This week's guest on Growth Island talks about how our nutrition and diets are a product of marketing and lobbying, more importantly he talks about what you as the consumer can do about it. Dr. Barry Michael Popkins is a Distinguished Professor of nutrition at the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. He holds a doctorate in agricultural economics from Cornell University. He established the Division of Nutrition Epidemiology at UNC and later established and led the UNC Interdisciplinary Obesity Center, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). His research program focuses globally (both in the U.S. and in low- and middle-income countries) on understanding the stages of transition and is currently focused on working with the impact of programs and policies meant to improve the health of the population. In this episode we discuss:

Can you sense the energy when people walk into a room? Like when someone walks in and everything becomes cheerful or someone else walks in and suddenly it's all gloomy. Well this week's guest sheds light on energy and what you can do about it, Whitney Freya is an author of 4 books with the latest being ‘30 Days to Unstoppable. She runs her own creative coaching center and has a plethora of online courses one could take to get in touch with their creative side. In this episode we discuss:

Are people who make a lot of money bad people? This myth about money is very common and many people even believe it but it is not true. Having the right mindset about money is key to understanding it. My guest on this episode of Growth Island talks about happy money, Ken Honda has sold more than seven million copies of his books. From his financial experience as owner and director of several companies, his books are halfway between finance and personal development, he gives special attention to how to create personal wealth and happiness. In this episode we discuss:

Did you know fasting affects women differently than men? I thought it had the same effect but turns out that fasting affects each gender differently at different stages of life. Dr. Molly Malof is a Stanford Lecturer who teaches course within the Wellness Department of the School of Medicine entitled, "Live Better Longer: Enhancing Healthspan for Longer Lifespan'' where students explore ideas and practices that extend healthspan, the number of years we live free of disease or disability. She is also a Medical Doctor, Entrepreneur and is my guest on this episode of the Growth Island. Her mission is to extend healthspan, maximize human potential, and redefine health care using medicine, technology, education, & media. Since 2012 she has worked as an independent advisor or consultant to over 50 companies throughout the world needing help with clinical strategy, scientific marketing, medical & market research, & product development. In this episode we discuss:

How do you define GENIUS? If you are thinking high IQ, you might be wrong Dean Keith Simonton, my guest in this episode, has spent his entire life studying genius and what it takes to be one. Dean Simonton is distinguished professor of psychology at the University of California, Davis. With almost 600 publications under his belt and having written 14 books, he is an expert when it comes to understanding genius. In this episode we discuss

If you could stop aging and possibly reverse it, would you? To grow old is widely accepted as normal, we have seen our parents and grandparents grow old, so we assumed that was the natural order of things, but new research is forcing us to look at aging as a disease that needs treatment. Before you get all defensive about the natural order of things, I would like to introduce you to my guest on this episode of Growth Island Dr. Nichola Conlon. Dr. Conlon has a PhD in molecular biology at the Epithelial Research Group at Newcastle University, she is the founder of Nuchido a supplement company with the aim to translate the latest scientific advances in ageing research into consumer products that slow, and even reverse, the signs and processes of ageing. Over recent years, rejuvenation has been scientifically proven, but the pace of these discoveries is far ahead of public awareness. Nuchido's mission is to bring to market science-based anti-ageing products that really work. Their products focus on promoting 'healthspan'​ - the proportion of a person's life that is lived in good health. In this episode we discuss:

Have you ever wondered how much your voice plays a role while speaking? How it can motivate people? Especially when you're speaking publicly. Being a public speaker myself, I have facilitated many workshops and understand your voice is a huge part of getting your message across the room with clarity. Lisbeth Holdt Jørgensen is a master of voice, she coaches people through her organization Voice Incorporated. She was an actress in her early career and found that she had a talent for voice training. In this weeks episode on Growth Island, she joins us and helps us get key insights into how powerful our voices actually are. In this episode we discuss:

Do you want to live longer? What are inexpensive things you can do to achieve that? If you have been following my podcasts you would know that I am a big fan of biohacks for longevity and today I have one of the thought leaders when it comes to longevity, he is a best selling author and an active investor in longevity startups. Sergey Young, you may know him from his book ‘The Science & Technology of Growing Young', He is the founder of Longevity Vision Fund, one of the few longevity-focused funds in the world with a $100M backing, I have been following him for quite some time now and am exicted to have him on the show so you can learn from his research. In this episode we discuss

You can improve your cardiovascular health even when your sitting on the couch No, that's not an invitation to be lazy and not exercise but something that can be added to your routine to strengthen your heart. The Zona Plus is a handheld machine that uses isometric therapy to improve your cardiovascular health, developed due to accidental research and manufactured by Zona Health it taps into your body's ability to self regulate and heal. Mark Young, the CEO of Zona Health joins us in this episode to take us on the journey from its inception to the inner workings of Zona Plus. Mark is a distinguished academic with a vast no. of qualifications under his belt, an entrepreneur and a travel nut, it was a pleasure to have him on the show. In this episode we discuss

Before you quit your job try to resolve your issues or else you'll risk just carry your reasons for quitting over to the next job Most have been through a stressful job that they didn't appreciate for some reason, but Stella says to hold on a second before you leave, it could be wise to experiment a little and try to get what you are actually looking for. Stella Grizont is a pioneer when it comes to positive psychology, a student of Martin Seeligman who is often called the father of positive psychology. Back when positive psychology was first making waves, Stella pursued that wave and was one of the first 150 students in the world to get a degree of Applied Positive Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania. She is the Founder and CEO of WOOPAAH that has been hailed for its programs in workplace culture design, engagement and well-being. In the past 12 years, Stella has coached over 1,300 high performers in 17 countries. She is the Lead Coach & Facilitator at WOOPAAH, focusing on executives around the world to achieve greater impact, meaning, and satisfaction at work. In this episode we discuss

How do you start experimenting with biohacks to find out what works for you? This was a question that was on my mind a lot when I got into the field of biohacking, You might have heard of my guest in this episode of Growth Island, Bob Troia most commonly known as quantified Bob was one of the pioneers of the bio hacking movement, he stood out as a credible source of information, always backing his claims with research. Bob is a technology entrepreneur who has launched several successful pioneering digital marketing/technology companies. He is a prominent voice in the biohacking and Quantified Self communities. In this episode we discuss

You need to find out what works for you. I have said it a million times and I'll say it a million more, “when it comes to biohacking n=1” the sample size is always going to be yourself and you need to find what works best for you, just because it is working for someone else doesn't mean it will have the same effect for you and vice versa. This is the same message resonated by my guest in this episode on Growth Island Dr. Neil Paulvin, Dr. Paulvin is an innovative physician in the study of Functional Medicine, Integrative Sports Medicine, Regenerative medicine, Osteopathic Manipulation and Craniosacral Therapy. He works with patients to not only treat but find the root cause of autoimmune issues, thyroid and hormone imbalances, digestive and gut disorders and a number of inflammatory based conditions. Uniquely combining Osteopathic Manipulation and Functional Medicine to fast track healing, recovery and biomechanics to progress athleticism. Synergistically utilizing eastern and western medicine, lab testing and reviews, lifestyle wellness, and manual therapy to treat injuries, inflammation patients and optimizers are set on their path quicker. In this episode we discuss:

Is psychology only for people who are struggling or can anyone benefit from it? The answer is anyone can benefit from it and use psychological tools to support their growth. On this episode on Growth Island we have Emilie Glen Colsted who is the lead psychologist at Nuna which I have been part of starting. Nuna is a chatbot based app with access to 50+ psychological tools for you to feel your best. Tools ranging from psychological venting, breathing exercises to meditation. Nuna is built and trained by psychologists to help you structure your thoughts and feel better. Emilie has worked with Nuna to bring the 50+ psychological tools to aid users in their mental growth, she is a supporter of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and believes in strong evidence based approaches to dealing with mental health. In this episode we discuss

How do you maintain attraction towards your partner and have better sexual ecstasy even after many years in a relationship? It may seem difficult to stay with the same person throughout life and still be fresh, many people get bored of each other but what if there was a way to bring it all back, the attraction, the love, the romance and keep it that way. John will help you do just that and so much more. John Gray is the author of the most well-known and trusted relationship book of all time, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus. USA Today listed his book as one of the top 10 most influential books of the last quarter-century. In hardcover, it was the #1 bestselling book of the 1990s. Dr. Gray's books are translated into approximately 45 languages in more than 100 countries and continues to be a bestseller. Dr. Gray has written over 20 books. His most recent book is Beyond Mars and Venus. His Mars/Venus book series has forever changed the way men and women view their relationships. John helps men and women better understand and respect their differences in both personal and professional relationships. His approach combines specific communication techniques with healthy, nutritional choices that create the brain and body chemistry for lasting health, happiness and romance. His many books, blogs and free online workshops at MarsVenus.com provide practical insights to improve relationships at all stages of life and love. An advocate of health and optimal brain function, he also provides natural solutions for overcoming depression, anxiety and stress to support increased energy, libido, hormonal balance and better sleep. He has appeared repeatedly on Oprah, as well as on The Dr. Oz Show, TODAY, CBS This Morning, Good Morning America, and others. He has been profiled in Time, Forbes, USA Today, and People. He was also the subject of a three-hour special hosted by Barbara Walters. In this episode we discuss

There are 7 different types of rest, sleep helps with just one of them So the question is are you getting enough rest other than just sleep, Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith brings a new perspective to rest in this week's episode of Growth Island. Dr. Saundra holds a medical degree and is a board certified doctor of internal medicine, she is also an author of many best sellers. We often only look at the physical side of things in terms of rest and activeness, are we getting enough exercise & sleep, but this multidimensional approach to rest will teach you how to rest properly to be the best versions of yourself everyday. In this episode we discuss:

Do you use wearables to track or hack your sleep? Have you ever wondered about it's accuracy? Well, I have been curious about the latest sleep research for some years now. In my curiosity I came across Dr. Daniel Gartenberg, a very prominent figure who is at the forefront of sleep research. I have been following his research for more than 3 years. He is also this week's guest on the Growth Island podcast and I'm sure you can learn a lot from him. Dr. Gartenberg is a sleep scientist with a PhD in cognitive psychology. He is currently CEO of SleepSpace and an adjunct professor at Penn State University in the Department of Biobehavioral Health. After developing sleep improvement technology for 15 years, Dr. Gartenberg and his team received more than $3 million in grant awards from the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Aging. The goal of this important work is to solve one of our age's most important healthcare problems affecting billions of people around the world - poor sleep health. Daniel is an inventor with 4 patents, 10s of peer reviewed publications, and a viral TED TALK with over 4 million views. In this episode we discuss

Live in 5D instead of just 3D If that was confusing to understand, don't worry. My guest on this week's episode on Growth Island will give you more clarity and help you be more heartfelt. Joy Martina is a CEO, an author and a renowned speaker who holds a Ph.D. in psychology. She specializes in helping people find their happiness. Whether it's overcoming childhood traumas, unconscious sabotage or unhealthy relationships, pretty much everyone can and wants to be happier. Unfortunately, many of us don't have the tools or the guidance we need to see through our own day-to-day struggles and really get to the root of the sabotage we are experiencing. We also usually lack the actionable steps we need to take every day to ensure lasting success. Joy has authored 7 books including her most recent bestseller, “How to Use Your Intuition to Change Your Life.” She has spent decades researching Intuition and uses this as the guiding force for the transformative work she does to help others step into their truth and create a life in alignment with their highest good. In this episode we discuss

Your thoughts signal your genetic expression The classic case of nature vs nurture comes to mind when reading the above statement, Teri Cochrane puts that case to rest in this episode on Growth Island. Teri is a specialist in complex health conditions and a health care practitioner, she has developed her methodology with over 15 years of holistic health and scientific research, with programs that have transformed the health of thousands of her clients. Trei is the CEO and founder of The Global Sustainable Health Institute, she has developed her own multi-level nutritional approach known as The Cochrane Method®, she is also the author of ‘The Wildatarian Diet - Living as Nature Intended'. In this episode we talk about:

What if I told you you can repair your mind from past trauma? We usually hear of people coping with trauma never fixing it, well it came as a surprise to me as well when my guest in this episode shared that it's not only possible but he has centered his work around that very topic, Dr. Don Wood has a PhD in clinical, counseling & applied psychology and has developed the Inspired Performance Institute after spending years researching how trauma affects our minds and our lives. Dr. Wood began to understand that events and experiences throughout our lifetime continue to play a role in how we experience life in the present. He also realized that there was a better way of treating the issue. “Teaching people to live with, manage and cope with daily stress doesn't fix the problem. The solution comes from understanding it's source and providing a long-term permanent solution”. Dr. Wood has written two books about his research including the science about how our minds work and why we experience our own unique perspective of the world. Both books are focused on how we can all make the desired changes by allowing our mind to reset and reboot. In this episode we discuss:

Ketamine, an effective psychedelic drug is being used to treat treatment-resistant depression. Yes, you read that right, Dr. David Feifel, a medical doctor who is a professor at the University of California, San Diego and runs his own clinic (Kadima Neuropsychiatry Institute), joins me in this episode to talk about his journey into using ketamine & Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) to treat his patients from various mental illnesses. Dr. Feifel is at the forefront of psychedelic research and really believes it can bring a very positive change in people's lives. I really enjoyed this episode, which is one of my longest as well. In this episode we discuss:

A healthy microbiome begins in your mouth. You might be thinking “wait, doesn't the microbiome live in your gut?” Well, the answer is the mouth microbiome is the second-largest after the gut, home to 20 billion microorganisms and 700+ different bacterial species. While bad bacteria cause tooth decay and gum disease, both modern dental “hygiene” (which has for decades been blasting our mouths with “germ-killing” toothpastes and mouthwashes) and our modern lifestyles (carb-and-sugar-heavy diets and stress) can decimate our mouth ecology. but what oral care products you use have a huge effect on your microbiome and your health in general. To shed some light on the topic Trina Felber has joined us in this episode of Growth Island. Trina is the Creator and CEO of Primal Life Organics, An all-natural dental care company that focuses on oral health as the gateway to internal health. She believes that the antiseptic products we use in our mouths are doing more harm than good! After more than 25 years as a registered nurse, Trina has transitioned into an oral health expert. She created natural products to biohack your dental health for stronger, cleaner, whiter teeth and improved overall health and is a sought-after oral wellness speaker. She is the author of the book “Beauty's Dirty Secret” an international bestseller In this episode we talk about:

In the age of the internet, We are flooded with so much information from different sources, It's almost like we are drowning in data. Well, How do you know what to trust and how do you separate facts from fiction? If you have spent any time on the internet I'm sure these thoughts would have crossed your mind. Today I would like to introduce Siim Land, someone who has been a lighthouse in the ocean of information. Siim Land is a bestselling author and one of the most well-known biohackers. Best known for his evaluation of research from topics that range from health and fitness to productivity and mindset. I always enjoy seeing his posts on my social media feeds because they were always accompanied by research material that validated his points. Something I find refreshing to see in the era of misinformation. Things we discuss in this episode:

How do you feel about tracking your time? Some of you might welcome it and some might feel it's an infringement on their freedom and privacy. Well Stig Nyman will bring some clarity on the topic in this week's episode, Stig is a PhD student at the department for Digitalisation at Copenhagen Business School, he has dedicated his time to study the implications of being managed by an algorithm. His research sheds light onto the effects and ethical concerns of utilising algorithms to manage work. In this episode we discuss:

Have you also wondered why top athletes and normal individuals have been sharing pictures lately of continuous glucose monitors? I sure did. What could they do and why the hell would someone run around with a needle in their shoulder for 14 days when they didn't have diabetes? Well like many other things I thought I better try it myself to figure it out

The best biohacks are usually free You don't have to spend huge amounts of money to hack your biology, most of the effective hacks are usually free or can be found in your own front yard. Does that shock you, well it is understandable if it does because most of the commercially available biohacks usually cost a lot and are marketed in ways to get you to buy as much of it, in this episod Teemu sheds more light on the subject of biohacking. Teemu Arina is a well known name in bio-hacking circles he is one of the authors of “Biohackers Handbook” & co-founder and curator of the Biohacker Summit. In 2015 he received the Leonardo Award (under the patronage of European Parliament and UNESCO) for “Humanity in Digitization”. Teemu walks us through the wisdom he has gained through his years of biohacking, He also goes through the general bio markers one can watch out for and the best part is most of the biohacks that Teemu talks about are things you can get started with right away without spending a lot of money. “Most beneficial biohacks are ones that speeds recovery rather than ones for performance” If you are new to biohacking or just looking for more clarity on the topic, this is the place to start. SHOW NOTES 1:50 What is Biohacking & How to use it to your advantage 9:45 Teemu's favorite bio-hacks 19:10 General biomarkers to watch out for optimal health 30:55 Natural hacks 40:31 Teemu's advice for a good life 45:14 Where you can find Teemu Arina Connect with Teemu Arina Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tar1na/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/teemuarina/ Resources Teemu Arina: https://www.teemuarina.com/ Biohacking Book: https://store.biohackingbook.com/ Biohacking Summit: https://new.biohackersummit.com/ Teemu Arina has co-authored the book “Biohacking Handbook” along with Dr. Olli Sovijärvi, Dr. Olli has joined us on growth island before, you can find the episode here: https://www.growthisland.com/blog/16-dr-olli-sovijarvi-concrete-steps-to-getting-better-deep-sleep%2F CONNECT WITH MADS MISIAK FRIIS www.growthisland.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/madsmf/ Find the episode at:

How do you build a company that gives you financial freedom and the possibility to travel while impacting millions of people positively? I think this is a question many people have asked themselves :) However, many entrepreneurs end up feeling trapped in their own business and without the opportunity to really experience the freedom for which they started the company to get. To help find a better route I got one of the most successful serial entrepreneurs Eric Edmeades on the show. He is one of the top names globally when it comes to health (just Google Wildfit) and helps entrepreneurs actually get the freedom they desire. In this episode Eric and I discuss: Concrete steps to creating freedom through business How to hire the right people Mental blockers for success SHOW NOTES 2:02 - Eric shares his journey 3:15 - Importance of fun in what you do and an advice that changed Eric's life 6:42 - Taking care of your financial life so that you are not a slave to money 9:37 - What is business freedom and the 2 addictions to break in attaining it 14:33 - How to find good talent and develop them 22:33 - Eric breaks down interviews 23:52 - How to hire the right people & how to approach firing people in the most humane way 29:50 - Creating & developing procedural systems that are outside your scope of expertise 31:28 - Eric's mantra to optimal energy 39:27 - Where to find out more about Eric 42:25 - Eric's advice for life Connect with Eric Edmeades Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/ericedmeades/ Resources #77: Eric Edmeades - Business freedom and what's standing in your way https://www.growthisland.com/blog/Business-freedom-and-what's-standing-in-your-way Business Freedom Academy: http://www.businessfreedom.com/ WildFit: http://www.getwildfit.com/ Speaker Nation: https://www.speakernation.com/ CONNECT WITH MADS MISIAK FRIIS growthisland.io/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/madsmf/ Find the episode at:

“Happiness comes from trying to make others feel good rather than yourself.” Do you agree with that statement?

How do you become not just good, but one of the world's best in whatever you do? Well, that’s a sentence you can google, but real answers are often more nuanced than a quick Google result. I personally love to learn from either someone who have done what I want to learn or someone who have studied it. For this episode, I bring to you Michael Gebi. Five times Olympic windsurf participant, winner of many medals, and now a coach and bodyworker for some of the best athletes in the world. Michael shares what has worked for him and his athletes. Today we try to find some tips that you can't just google your way off. Here are a few questions we’ll explore: - The mindset and training routines for becoming one of the worlds best - Resistance training for recovery - Michael’s experimentation with food patterns to enhance performance Listen carefully, for there’s a little gold mine out there if you’re trying to find interesting performance and lifestyle patterns to experiment with. The best part? You learn from the first-hand experience of a top world athlete and coach! Show notes 0:30 Introduction to Michael and his journey becoming a top Wind Surfer (pre-sunscreen era

Do you know that Coldwater swimming can help you lose weight?

Immortality is not just for Draculas and Vampires anymore. You can be young forever too (without any bloodsucking being involved!) What if we told you that death could be ‘optional’ soon? That technology of the near future will let you reverse your age, and people can become eternally young again! Sounds ridiculous? Well, this podcast will prove you wrong. Over the last few years, Scientists have been able to double the life span of mice, 5x the life span of mosquitoes (stock up on mosquito repellents NOW), and 10x the life span of worms. Such groundbreaking studies are finally showing up to the party that is our human world, and we’re already talking about the dawn of a post-human age! For this very special podcast (we’re very excited, and you’ll soon see why), we bring to you the infamous José Luis Cordeiro himself. Amongst a thousand other things, José is an Engineer, Futurist, and Transhumanist. He believes that Perpetual Life is a science-based church that is open to everyone. In this podcast he’ll explain to us what Transhumanism means in the world of science, and how you can already start preparing for an immortal life, that could be a real possibility within just a couple of decades! Show Notes: 0:30 Introduction to José Cordeiro 1:30 Immortality and rejuvenation technologies: A brief download 3:00 Bio Regeneration and eternal youth: Why should we want to live forever? 4:47 Can we live forever? Technology, history, and recent developments in the field of bio rejuvenation 7:15 The story of immortal cancer cells (and what they can tell us about longevity) 9:45 The Death of Death and Accessibility: Technological advancements that will shape the future of cellular regeneration and eternal living 17:15 Living long enough to live forever: Three scientific stages of achieving immortality 19:45 The science behind immortality: Where do predictive numbers and dates around rejuvenation technologies come from 21:55 Fight aging with the Methuselarity 24:20 TransVison: A Global Conference around Transhumanism (Registration link at the end of notes) 26:45 Why do we need to practice a healthy lifestyle despite advancements in rejuvenation technologies? 31:40 Potential consequences of cell rejuvenation on human conscience, and how it can change our perception of looking at risks and living 35:00 Living in the first wave of immortality: What can you do to aid bio-rejuvenation 44:30 Using metformin for longevity 46:20 Where to find more on Jose Cordeiro 48:50 Keeping up with the latest in the world of transhumanism: People to follow and look out for 52: 30 What the COVID-19 pandemic teaches us about Longevity 54:00 Jose's advice on living a healthy, happier life

Stop eating and you will feel better

How do you go from being good to one of the world's very best? To answer that I had the world’s 3rd best kitesurfer on the podcast. Paula Novotna, I first met her in Cabarete at one of the world cup stops. I have since had the pleasure of following her from the side and she always shows up with good energy and a big smile :) In this episode she shares about her love of watersports, going through hard times and how she got to the level she is at now. Her social media profiles provide endless hours of inspiration with videos from the most beautiful locations in the world. Show Notes 0:30 Introduction to Paula Novotna 1:35 How did Paula get into kitesurfing? 5:10 How does your day look like? 7:40 How many hours do you kitesurf? 9:00 How do you rest your body? 10:21 Paula’s diet for performance? 11:30 Doing blood work or test for supplementation deficiency 13:25 What are your routines before competing? 15:22 How do you visualize your performance 18:35 How do you recover from injuries 21:50 What are some of the differences between you and other people? 23:35 At what point you had to step out of your comfort zone? 25:25 How do you encourage people to go out of their comfort zones? 28:10 What is Freestyle Kiteboarding? 30:00 Why do you find kiteboarding so amazing? 32:00 What does it mean to be a professional kitesurfer? 33:20 What is your favorite destination of all? 35:30 What location would you like to visit next? 38:00 Where can people find out more about you? 39:45 Paula’s final advice for living a happy, healthy, and meaningful life Connect with Paula Novotna Website: http://www.paulanovotna.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulanovotna/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PaulaNovotna.kiteboarding/ Resources: DUOTONE Kiteboarding: https://www.duotonesports.com/kiteboarding/ CONNECT WITH MADS MISIAK FRIIS www.growthisland.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmf/ Find the episode at:

Want a quick easy way to improve your health, energy and sexual experiences? Then Breathwork might just be the next thing for you to practice. Today, I’ve got Leigh Ewin as our guest, and I’m excited to introduce him. He’s an expert breather, a certified Bulletproof Coach, and a renowned instructor in breathwork methodologies. He coaches people across the world in breathwork techniques to enhance everything from stress relief to sports performance. He’s also an ice diver! (Yes, you read that correctly.) Leigh joins me today to share his story and knowledge about breathing techniques that can improve our lives significantly. He explains the importance of conscious breathing, discusses the benefits of optimizing your breathing, and drops some juicy bits about how useful cold baths are to your health. Show Notes 0:30 Introduction to Leigh Ewin 1:35 How Leigh get started doing breathwork? 2:50 Why is breathwork so important? 6:20 Where to start with breathwork? 9:10 Breathwork for performance 13:01 Why is nasal breathing better than mouth breathing? 16:10 Breathwork for stress release 19:25 Connecting with people through breathing 26:22 Breathwork and sex 31:35 Cold water diving 35:30 What are some of the values of practicing breathwork? 42:45 What people need to be cautious about with breathwork? 45:30 Where can people find out more about you? 47:50 What are some of your daily habits? 51:00 Leigh’s final advice for living a happy, healthy, and meaningful life Connect with Leigh Ewin Website: https://www.leighewin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leighewin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theleighewin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leighewin/ Resources: Leigh Collection: https://www.leighewin.com/resources The episode on Breathing with Dan Brule: https://www.growthisland.com/blog/18-dan-brule-breathing-for-self-healing-and-top-performance%2F The episode on Breathing with Martin Petrus and Artur Paulins: https://www.growthisland.com/blog/17-martin-artur-how-to-breathe-for-optimal-energy-and-performance%2F The episode on Breathing with Kiki Bosch: https://www.growthisland.com/blog/20-kiki-bosch-the-queen-of-ice-overcoming-rape-anxiety-and-pain%2F CONNECT WITH MADS MISIAK FRIIS www.growthisland.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmf/ Find the episode at:

What do you do when you are told you are losing your sight? Victor Mifsud was in this position years ago and has since gone on a journey to save his sight. We talk about his condition, how it relates to other eye challenges, and concrete steps to improve eyesight. Victor has recently completed a feature-length documentary called My Neuroplastic Adventure. It shows his journeys from the cutting edge of neuroscience to the most ancient forms of tribal healing. He has interviewed doctors and scientists who are using technology and wisdom in equal measure. He is also the founder of the Vision Optimization Summit. Show Notes 0:30 Introduction to Victor Mifsud 1:55 Discovering a vision condition 6:20 Other difficulties and challenges in relation to Victor’s vision condition 9:00 What is neuroplasticity 11:30 What is your current eyesight condition? 14:15 What are some of the concrete things that worked for you? 15:30 How is red light helping our eyesight? 19:25 How to consume red light? 22:22 What other things can help people with their vision? 24:35 Exercises to relax your eyes 26:20 Using ketamine for eyesight 30:20 The importance of ancestral health history 31:45 What are peptides? 35:20 What is the Vision Optimization Summit 37:25 Victor’s final advice for living a happy, healthy, and meaningful life 38:00 Where can people find out more about you Connect with Victor Mifsud Website: https://visionoptimizationsummit.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindbiohacker/ Resources: Victor’s movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7106284/ Retinitis pigmentosa: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retinitis_pigmentosa The Brain That Changes Itself: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-That-Changes-Itself-Frontiers/dp/0143113100 Ketamine Eyesight Study: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT02701933 When the Body Says No: https://www.amazon.com/When-Body-Says-Understanding-Stress-Disease/dp/0470923350 Red Light & Retintits Pigmentosa: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4768515/ Peptides & Retinitis Pigmentosa: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12195242/ CONNECT WITH MADS MISIAK FRIIS www.growthisland.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/madsmfriis/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madsmf/ Find the episode at: