Interviews with people in the fields of health and healing in body, mind and spirit..
VICTORIA RADER, PHD, is a Possibility Coach® and founder of YU2SHINE, whose mission is to empower individuals to break free from limitations and live lives of prosperity, personal freedom, and fulfillment. Victoria is a global leader in Quantum Personal Development, blending cutting-edge quantum techniques with timeless wisdom. She's been featured in Forbes, CNN, Fox, NBC, and ABC, and her transformational teachings have even reached the moon with SpaceX's Lunar Legacy project!. Her engaging and deeply insightful approach resonates with spiritual seekers, visionary entrepreneurs, and energy/light workers. As Les Brown says, 'Victoria is not just a messenger; she is the message,' while Joe Vitale commends her for her transformative and healing presence. Victoria discusess: Mindset Mastery: Unlock your mental faculties for success. Quantum Manifestation: Turn thoughts into reality using the quantum field. Energy Healing: Align your energy for personal growth and healing. Prosperity Consciousness: Shift from scarcity to abundance. Personal Freedom: Break free from limiting beliefs and reach your full potential. A fascinating talk at the intersection of the metaphysical andpersonall responsibility. www.YU2SHINE.com
DR. CARL TROTHSCHILD is the founder, researcher, and owner of Trifecta Light™ Technologies, Inc., the industry leader in the LED Infrared/Red Light therapeutic healg light lamp modality. Beginning in 1979, Carl Rothschild, DC applied his deep desire to help his patients find their path to health in his successful chiropractic practice. A true lover of learning, ‘Dr. Carl' continually researched many healing therapies and initially landed on LED. He developed numerous LED products for various companies. Further research led him to find ways to harness the power that lies in LED Infrared/Red Light. Over the last 30 years, Dr. Carl's prolific, expert research and the development of his leading-edge LED Infrared/Red bed and pad system products has secured his formidable legacy in the category. He is widely considered one of the world's top thought leaders in LED Infrared/Red Light science and products. Today, Dr. Carl's Trifecta Light™ Beds and Pad Systems are highly advanced medical devices unmatched in the red-light therapy product category. Dr. Carl Rothschild is the author of “Illuminated Healing,” one of the most comprehensive, informative, and definitive books on the amazing power of LED infrared/red light therapy available. Carl talks about: 1. What is Red Light Therapy (RLT)? 2. Science-Backed Benefits of RLT 3. How RLT Works?.Stimulates mitochondria to produce more ATP (cellular energy). 4. Red Light vs. Near-Infrared Light (NIR) 6. How to Use RLT for Best Results 7. Who Can Benefit from RLT. Website: https://trifectalight.com/ YouTube: Trifecta LIght Official
Are you concerned about the potential dangers lurking within your own living space? Unknown to many people, commonplace domestic mold growth might be the reason you feel so sick, tired, and depressed. Mold expert BRANDON FAUST discusses the intrusive world of mold and mycotoxins leading to a series of seemingly mysterious health concerns. Brandon's personal journey, fueled by witnessing his own son's decaying health due to mold pollution, has driven him to revolutionize the field of indoor air quality. In just 1.5 years, he transformed his company Mold Solutions from a dynamic start-up into an industry-leading enterprise, earning the esteemed Inc 5000 Award. Air quality is something we often overlook and that is why Brandon aims to reveal the hidden and dangerous impacts of having mold in your home and workplace. From understanding the link between mold growth and chronic health problems, to identifying different types of molds and mycotoxins, he imparts us with the knowledge to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Brandon covers the the impact of mold in our homes, how it can make us sick with chronic health problems, different types of mold, mycotoxins, prevention tips and the importance of maintaing good air quality. www.moldsolutions.com www.moldebook.com www.immunolytics.com www.mosaicdx.com
v DR. MICHELLE JORGENSEN, DDS After a decade and a half of studying and practicing dentistry and medicine so that she could keep others well, Dr. Michelle Jorgensen, DDS' own body was sick. As a young mom of four busy, growing children, she was stretched between a demanding business and a taxing home life. She had no energy and felt like she could barely keep her head above water. She couldn't sleep through the night or hold her dental instruments without pain and numbness in her hands and arms. Her diet had been whittled down to a few “safe” foods that she could eat without stomach pain, and her once very sharp memory couldn't remember crucial details about patients and procedures. Something was very wrong but a plethora of doctors, blood tests, scopes, and X-rays all told her it was stress. There was one test the doctors didn't run and she asked for at the suggestion from a new practitioner friend—mercury toxicity. “When my test results came back, I was floored,” says Dr. Jorgensen. “My mercury levels were so high they were off the charts. Finally, I had an answer, and it was simple. The mercury in those seemingly innocent fillings that I had been removing from my patients' teeth was poisoning me and my cells. After learning about my toxic mercury levels, I swung between disbelief and anger that, as a dentist, I hadn't been warned about this inherent danger, and profound relief that I had an answer for what was causing my body's systems to fail.” Her five-year path to recovery led Dr. Jorgensen to discover ways to improve her family's and her own health in all facets of life. Now, her new book breaks down what “health” really means for every cell in your body. In Living Well with Dr. Michelle: A Comprehensive Handbook for Optimal Health and Unlimited Energy (BenBella, May 20th, 2025), Dr. Michelle makes it simple, breaking down the true meaning of health at the cellular level and beyond. Drawing from time-tested wisdom and evidence-based modern science, she provides a clear, practical path to lasting well-being. Watch Dr. Michelle's intro video here. We talk about: ● How to Have the Energy You Want, Without Getting Lost in Today's Health Trends ● The Secret to Lasting Energy: Your Cells ● Fueling Your Body with What It Needs (Eating seasonally, prioritizing whole foods, staying hydrated, including health fats) ● Creating a Healthy Environment for Your Cells (reduce toxins, manage stress, support you detox system, rest and recover) ● Protecting Your Cells from Harm (boost your immune system, exercise, avoid overexposure from toxins, connect with nature) ● Communicating with Your Cells (daily movement, deep breathing, rest, listen to your body's signals) ● Why medicine is just a band-aid—Your cells do the healing ● Why your symptoms are not the enemy—They are the answer ● If you can keep one cell well, you can keep them all well—Introducing the Cell Well Model ● The Fluoride controversy and brain health ● Mercury toxicity and hidden dangers in dentistry- Dr. Michelle's personal journey ● Oxygen's connection to inflammation and what your mouth is telling you about your health www.livingwellwithdrmichelle.com
Did you know that half of Americans are overweight? It's a shocking wake-up call—and ARIANA HAKMAN, founder and COO of LunaFit, is on a mission to turn the tide. With a passion for helping busy professionals and parents, Ariana has developed simple, sustainable fitness habits that prevent disease and unlock the body's natural ability to heal. Her goal? To empower a healthier America, one habit at a time. Ariana's journey is as inspiring as it is relatable. Burned out in corporate finance and yearning for purpose, she made a bold shift—trading spreadsheets for health goals—with her daughter on her hip. Starting with mommy-and-me classes, she turned a personal mission into a thriving wellness movement. But it hasn't been without challenges. COVID forced Ariana and her team to adapt quickly when their gyms shut down. By pivoting online with livestreamed classes and equipment rentals, they kept their community engaged and their business running. This challenge not only ensured LunaFit's survival, but also sparked the idea for an app, expanding their reach and making health and fitness accessible to anyone, anywhere—a defining moment that transformed their mission. We talk about: Why 50% of The American Population Is Overweight and How These 5 Fitness Steps Can Prevent Debilitating Diseases Tap Into Your Body's Natural Ability to Heal with Healthy, Sustainable Fitness Habits Why Keto Isn't for Everyone—And What Could Work Better Instead Navigating Fitness Industry Challenges: The Virtual Shift That Changed Everything for Fitness Enthusiasts Everywhere The Power of Collective Strength: How To Develop A Mindset for Fitness Success Clarity in Fitness: What We've Been Missing in Nutrition and Lifestyle to Stay Healthy www.luunafit.com
JASON BRETT SERLE is a British writer, filmmaker, musician, Neuro-linguistic Programming (NLP) Master and licensed hypnotherapist with a particular focus on themes involving psychology, spirituality, wellness, and human potential. He has written articles for Jain Spirit and Watkins magazines as well as interviewing people such as Eckhart Tolle, Robert Anton Wilson, Andrew Cohen, Jan Kersschot, and Amado Crowley. He is cited in Crowley's 2002 book Liber Alba: The Questions Most Often Asked of an Occult Master as being the only other person to have seen The Book of Desolation; a book purported to have been brought back from Cairo by his father, Aleister Crowley, in 1904. In 2012 he wrote and produced his first documentary film, 'Mind Your Mind: A Primer for Psychological Independence' which looks at the psychological methods used to manipulate people and what they can do to protect themselves. He also composed and performed most of the soundtrack. The film is distributed by Journeyman Films in the UK and Film Media Group in the US, and it was an official selection for the London International Documentary Festival (LIDF) in 2012. We ltalk about: 1. What exactly is crazy wisdom, and what makes it a path worth exploring? 2. How does crazy wisdom differ from what you call in the book divine madness? 3. How does The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree challenge our conventional understanding of sanity? 4. Why is trans-rational thought—going beyond logic and reason—so often misunderstood? 5. What are some of the most striking historical examples of crazy-wisdom? 6. How can embracing crazy-wisdom lead to greater clarity and self-realization? 7. How has crazy-wisdom influenced art, literature, and culture throughout history? 8. Why do spiritual movements sometimes attract charlatans, and how can seekers distinguish authenticity from deception? 9. What inspired you to explore this topic, and what impact has it had on your own perspective? 10. If someone wants to begin exploring crazy-wisdom, what is the first step they should take? 11. Where can people read The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree? O books Presents The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree Crazy-Wisdom & the Way of the Wise-Fool by Jason Brett Serle Release date: March 1st 2025 Categories: Eastern, Mindfulness & meditation, Rituals & Practice CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE BOOK COVER Unleash the radical, transformative power at the heart of the world's great wisdom traditions. Of the many paths up the mountain, that of crazy-wisdom, although one of the lesser travelled, presents a dramatic and formidable climb to those that are so inclined. Now for the first time, the true spiritual landscape of the wise-fool has been laid bare and its features and principal landmarks revealed. Written in two parts, loosely based on the theory and practice of crazy-wisdom, The Monkey in the Bodhi Tree is the first comprehensive look at this universal phenomenon, from its origins and development to the lives of its greatest adepts and luminaries. In addition to the theoretical foundations laid down in Part I, Part II deals with its practice and aims to demonstrate crazy-wisdom in action. To this end, 151 teaching tales from around the world have been meticulously gathered and retold to illustrate the methods of the great masters and adepts - stories that not only give practical insight but also, like Zen koans, can be used as contemplative tools to illuminate and provoke epiphany. From the enigmatic Mahasiddhas of ancient India to the eccentric Taoist poet-monks of China, from the uncompromising insights of the Buddhist Tantrikas to the unconventional wisdom of Sufi heretics and the utter surrender to God displayed by the Fools for Christ, this book will take you to a place where the boundaries of logic and reason dissolve and enlightenment awaits those daring enough to venture forth. BOOK LINK: https://www.collectiveinkbooks.com/o-books/our-books/monkey-bodhi-tree-crazy-wisdom JASON'S WEBSITE: www.fasonbrettserle.com
STEPHEN CHONG had a profound Spiritual Awakening Experience in 2019 after he fell five metres off a ladder and fractured his neck. Stephen says, "This life experience is what I know and understand to be a ‘Pivot or Turning Point' … where I had to choose what happens after. It was about three months into the rehabilitation when things became a little clearer." Stepen's. new book, The Afterlife; A Journey To: Now You Know What Will Happen, delves into his Near-Death Experience (NDE) talking about what Heaven was like, how he came to understand the rules of Heaven, and the incredible guides, events and scenarios which take place there. He also offers the following about "purgatory",,, "Upon death, we passage through a tunnel of light and the silver cord (which connects the eternal soul to the physical body) is severed, and unlike an NDE, we are unable to return. Entry into these ‘Mists' or ‘Purgatory' confirms our life's journey through the law of ‘What you sow, so shall you reap'. It is a confrontation with the self. What you have done (or not done) and what you have ‘caused to effect' in your fellow man. It is a ‘Life Review' where every moment of life is flashed before you and you see what you have done to and for people. In this place, ‘The emperor wears no clothes'. Your status, position, title, etc. are null and void. It is what you have done to others that holds the key … we are all one in spirit … ‘Whatyou have done to another, you do to yourself'." STEPHEN CHONG had a profound Spiritual Awakening Experience in 2019 after he fell five metres off a ladder and fractured his neck. Stephen says, "This life experience is what I know and understand to be a ‘Pivot or Turning Point' … where I had to choose what happens after. It was about three months into the rehabilitation when things became a little clearer." Stepen's. new book, The Afterlife; A Journey To: Now You Know What Will Happen, delves into his Near-Death Experience (NDE) talking about what Heaven was like, how he came to understand the rules of Heaven, and the incredible guides, events and scenarios which take place there. He also offers the following about "purgatory",,, "Upon death, we passage through a tunnel of light and the silver cord (which connects the eternal soul to the physical body) is severed, and unlike an NDE, we are unable to return. Entry into these ‘Mists' or ‘Purgatory' confirms our life's journey through the law of ‘What you sow, so shall you reap'. It is a confrontation with the self. What you have done (or not done) and what you have ‘caused to effect' in your fellow man. It is a ‘Life Review' where every moment of life is flashed before you and you see what you have done to and for people. In this place, ‘The emperor wears no clothes'. Your status, position, title, etc. are null and void. It is what you have done to others that holds the key … we are all one in spirit … ‘Whatyou have done to another, you do to yourself'."
DR. CLAYTON SKAGGS, D.C., is the founder and CEO of Central Institute for Human Performance (CIHP) and the author of the new book The Power of Doing What Matters: Discover the Mind-Body Resilience in All of Us. Dr. Skaggs specializes in helping people identify what they actually need to do to improve their health and overall sense of wellbeing, focus on those things - and let go of anything else. Dr. Skaggs and the teams at CIHP have worked with World Series champions, Stanley Cup champions, elite military, PGA champions, NFL, NHL, and MLB All-Stars and thousands of professional and elite athletes. He currently consults individuals from around the world who have unresolved pain or injuries, and those seeking better resilience.We talk shout: The six pillars of resilience, and how to grow stronger in your physical and emotional life Three things you can do today to help your back pain The surprising way that JUGGLING can boost your health and wellness! Is your exercise doing more harm than good? Why an expert says doing nothing might be key to improving your health www.thepowerofdoingwhatmatters Courses and Videos: www.curiousgap.com
COREY LYON FOLSOM is a highly regarded love & relationship coach and the author of the award-winning book: Soul Statements – A Love Coach's Guide To Successful Communication. As a certified NLP practitioner and love & relationship coach he assists people from all over the world to increase the soulfulness, clarity and ease with which they experience life. Corey's passionate about helping people expand their empathy and communication skills. Corey's book, Soul Statements, is a guide for increasing inner clarity and for better communication. It offers simple methods for making small shifts that produce outsized benefits in love and life. Along the way, readers will be inspired and engaged with stories from his wilderness experiences and real-life examples of persons who've used Soul Statements to increase personal fulfillment. WWW.CORERELATIONSHIP.COM
MARYANN WESTON talks about how cancer became the catalyst for awakening dormant psychic abilities she had shut down as a child. She is a former award-winning journalist, having won multiple awards in Australia for community-led journalism and editorial writing. Over many years, Maryann worked within government on policy, research, and communications. Later, she consulted government and not-for-profits, conceiving and writing communications and public relations strategies. Following a battle with cancer and recovery in 2015, when dormant psychic abilities were reawakened, sheI established multiple spiritual platforms, a spiritual blog and podcast, as well as a Patreon platform. Nowadays, Maryann is a clairvoyant and psychic medium, and combines these gifts with journalism and research skills to interpret how universal and spiritual truths apply and impact our world. She covers diverse subjects in her spiritual work…global events, climate change, politics and future world trends and events. She uses astrology to look at major planetary movements and conjunctions impacting our world, and channels messages from passed-over, inspirational souls and spiritual themes. Maryann has a Bachelor of Communications, a Bachelor of Social Sciences, a Postgraduate Diploma in Education, and a Diploma of Community Services. I have also studied mediumship, shamanism, astrology, tarot, and Wicca. She can be seen on YouTube at “Revealing Light—Tarot, Astrology, and Spirituality,” and listened to or watch her podcast “Random Sage with Maryann”. Website https://revealinglighttarot.com/ Maryann's latest book: O books Presents Revealing Light How Cancer Illuminated My Divine Blueprint by Maryann Weston Release date: Feb 1st 2025 Categories: Angels & spirit guides, Channeling & mediumship,
OLIVER ROLFE draws on his decades inb te financial industry abd his executive search company to bring valuable insight on how to lead a healthy and fulfilled life when it comes to money. We discuss the "energy" of money and practical ways to harness and balance that energy. He talks about the value in learning from mistakes and the importance of passion and personal responsibility to create and meet goals --as well as cultivating a mindset to achieve freedom from a myriad of issues around money.
JOEL PASH, M.D., a leading expert in penile enlargement and the co-founder of Upsize, a national series of clinics dedicated to safe and effective enhancement procedures. Dr. Pash is pioneering a revolution in this often-misunderstood field, advocating for accurate, reliable information and focusing on medically sound techniques that prioritize patient safety and satisfaction. Many men are overwhelmed by the sheer amount of enhancement options available, leading to confusion and potentially harmful decisions. Dr. Pash offers valuable insights into the modern landscape of penile enlargement, shedding light on both the science behind the procedure as well as the safest and most effective methods. His expertise includes injectable and non-surgical options and he aims to debunk junk-related myths while highlighting the latest research available. We talk about the specifics of the procedure and the various reasons people get the procedure. Dr. Pash has been featured in The San Francisco Standard and on The irRational Moms podcast. This informative and engaging interview will empower listeners with useful and prescriptive information to consider before they or their partners begin pumping, stretching, or inserting in their pursuit to go big or go home. www.upsizematters.com www.urosculpt.com
DR.JAY FABER is a clinical and forensic double board-certified psychiatrist with more than three decades of experience in Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatry and Pharmacological Management, treating patients in clinical private practices in Colorado, California and Georgia. Currently he is on the medical staff at the Amen Clinics in Encino, CA. In addition to his psychiatric education, Dr. Faber has taken an avid scientific interest in the mind-body connection and how to holistically care for both entities. From this passion, Dr. Faber has become board certified in metabolic medicine by the American Academy of Anti- Aging Medicine. Dr. Faber has beenable to address hormonal, toxic, inflammatory, metabolic, and immunologic conditions of the brain as well as other body systems. Through diverse therapies including vitamins, minerals, supplements, traditional Eastern Medicine, and medications, Dr. Faber holistically treats his patients in a manner that promotes optimal change. Bright, eager, visionary, and always looking for cutting edge treatments, Dr. Faber connects with his patients at a level that delivers hope, resilience, and inspiration. Such an approach fosters the values of health, vitality, and well-being. Dr. Faber has written the book, Escape; Rehab Your Brain to Stay out of the Legal System. Recognizing the high percentage of prisoners who suffer from mental illness and substance abuse, Dr. Faber has specifically written a book for them. In this document, Dr. Faber instructs the criminal how he/she can rehabilitate their brain such that they can make better sound choices, develop constructive relationships, and prevent future legal problems. https://drjayfaber.com https://www.amen-clinics.com
DR. MOSHE DANIEL BLOCK, ND, VDP, HMC, VNMI, is a highly accomplished naturopathic doctor, author, and pioneer in mind-body healing. Dr. Moshe's innovative Vis Dialogue approach has evolved over his 25 years in practice, achieving transformative outcomes for thousands of patients. He began training practitioners in this technique in 2012, creating a full certification program for Holistic Counseling (VDP) to extend his approach to more healthcare providers. Having personally overcome myasthenia gravis, a rare autoimmune disorder, using naturopathic principles, Dr. Moshe offers one-on-one healing programs aimed at helping patients navigate chronic illnesses and personal suffering by finding the "Kingdom in You" His work continues to make an impact in the fields of naturopathic and holistic medicine, offering a unique blend of traditional and modern healing philosophies. He received his Naturopathic Doctor (ND) degree from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2000 and later completed the Homeopathic Master Clinician (HMC) course under the tutelage of Louis Klein in 2003. He became a Vitalist of the Naturopathic Medicine Institute (VNMI) in 2018. As an advocate for a philosophical approach to healing, Dr. Moshe authored "The Revolution of Naturopathic Medicine: Remaining True to Our Philosophy" in 2004, exploring the foundations of naturopathic practice. He later published "Holistic Counseling – Introducing the Vis Dialogue" in 2016, which introduces his unique method, the Vis Dialogue, a holistic counseling technique uniting mind-body medicine and psychology. He also published the book titled “The Letting Go of Free Will” in 2004, it is about the healing ancient belief systems inherited through Torah. www.dr-moshe.com www.holistic-counseling.ca BOOK: Holistic Counseling on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Holistic-Counseling-Introducing-Breakthrough-Psychology/dp/1785352091
Are you concerned about the potential dangers lurking within your own living space? Unknown to many people, commonplace domestic mold growth might be the reason you feel so sick, tired, and depressed. Mold expert BRANDON FAUST discusses the intrusive world of mold and mycotoxins leading to a series of seemingly mysterious health concerns. Brandon's personal journey, fueled by witnessing his own son's decaying health due to mold pollution, has driven him to revolutionize the field of indoor air quality. In just 1.5 years, he transformed his company Mold Solutions from a dynamic start-up into an industry-leading enterprise, earning the esteemed Inc 5000 Award. Air quality is something we often overlook and that is why Brandon aims to reveal the hidden and dangerous impacts of having mold in your home and workplace. From understanding the link between mold growth and chronic health problems, to identifying different types of molds and mycotoxins, he imparts us with the knowledge to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Brandon covers the the impact of mold in our homes, how it can make us sick with chronic health problems, different types of mold, mycotoxins, prevention tips and the importance of maintaing good air quality. www.moldsolutions.com www.moldebook.com www.immunolytics.com www.mosaicdx.com
LORRE LAWS is an author, healer, teacher, nursing professor, and leader whose scholarship and clinical practice centers on nurse traumatization, burnout, integrative health, nurse safety and professional wellbeing. In her role as an integrative nursing professor, colleagues refer to her as a “master teacher” while students dubbed her as “humanity's nurse”. Dr. Lorre helps nurses and health care professionals recover from trauma and burnout so they can thrive in their practices instead of just surviving them. As nurses heal together, they can require system changes as they usher in the Nursing 2.0, a new paradigm that prioritizes nurse safety and professional wellbeing. Dr. Lorre founded The Haelan Academy, a nonprofit organization where nurses across the globe can come together in a safe and nurturing virtual space to share and be supported in their healing journeys together. She is an informative and entertaining keynote speaker and retreat leader who educates and inspires. Dr. Lorre has published numerous scholarly articles and has presented her work to national and international audiences. She is currently based in southern Arizona USA where she enjoys the love of family, friends, and community. She enjoys farm-to-table cooking, hiking, weight training, yoga, and a myriad of healing arts, practices, and traditions. She is attuned to her healer's heart and its calling to be of service to the global nursing community. She lives in alignment with her overarching mission: “It's not necessarily how I make a difference; I just want to be certain that I do.” In this episode she discusses why nurse-specific traumatization is frequently misdiagnosed as burnout. What are nurse's burnout symptoms really saying? How does her book “Nursing Our Healer's Heart” offer hope, healing, and a pathway for nurse trauma and burnout recovery? IFF BOOKS Presents Nursing Our Healer's Heart A Recovery Guide for Nurse Trauma & Burnout by Lorre Laws, PhD RN Release date: January 1st 2025 Categories: Healing, Nursing (general), Work-related health CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE BOOK COVER The nursing profession is in crisis. Within a decade, the world will have just over half the number of nurses it needs. The global nursing workforce has experienced mass, complex trauma secondary to healthcare system inadequacies and a global pandemic. Traumatized and burned out nurses are leaving their roles or the profession in unprecedented numbers. Those who remain are stretched to or beyond their capacity. While system-level strategies aim to address this crisis, none of them consider nurse traumatization and its impact upon patient safety, outcomes, and quality of care. We cannot wait for health systems to prioritize nurse safety. Nurses can and must come together as a global community to heal through avoidable and unavoidable nurse-specific traumatization while partnering with healthcare leaders to usher in a new era of nursing. This book, through an actionable framework, guides nurses in healing the traumas and hardships they've endured as individuals and nursing communities. Grounded in the sciences of unitary caring, integrative nursing, neurophysiology, and transpersonal neurobiology, this book supports nurses in restoring their healers' heart as they come together to address the deep trauma, burnout, attrition, and presenteeism that are central to the nursing crisis. Nurses will learn the language of their nervous system and how to navigate it as a foundational practice to support professional wellbeing. Each nurse will discover their unique innate care plan, which will guide their healing and co-healing with other nurses. By embracing the healing and practices offered in this book, nurses will learn how to support their nervous system regulation so they can thrive instead of survive in practice. Working from their healed scars instead of their open wounds, nurses can effectively lead sustainable organizational change and health care reforms that prioritize nurse safety and professional wellbeing.
JURAJ KOCAR is an entrepreneur focused on addressing real-world health challenges through innovative solutions. He is the founder of Wyse Earth, a company dedicated to combating chronic inflammation with natural, effective products. Wyse Earth combines adaptogenic extracts and honey to create solutions that are easy to use and backed by nature's healing potential. At the core of its offerings are adaptogenic mushrooms, known for their ability to support the body's response to stress and inflammation. Juraj's approach is straightforward: find what works, make it accessible, and empower people to take control of their health. His work reflects a belief that lasting wellness starts with practical, effective solutions. Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juraj.kocar LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jurajkocar/ Website: https://wyseearth.com/ Discount Code: EXPLODE
SCOTT HANLEY is a remarkable advocate for resilience, mindset, and physical health, having reversed the symtoms of Parkinson's Disease. His story is a powerful testament of - a personal growth, mindset and change. Diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2017, Scott faced debilitating symptoms that impacted his daily life, including muscle rigidity, tremors, and intense sleep disturbances. Rather than resigning to a progressive decline, he took an unconventional route, combining high-intensity physical and cognitive exercises to effectively “train his brain” and regain control. Through CrossFit, Scott found a program that paired physical intensity with cognitive challenge, dramatically reversing his symptoms and leaving him 95% symptom-free—an outcome that has amazed his neurologists. Scott delves into his transformative journey from his initial Parkinson's diagnosis to becoming 95% symptom-free, challenging traditional medical expectations along the way. He shares the pivotal moments that reshaped his mindset, the unconventional methods he adopted—like combining CrossFit and cognitive exercises—and the impact of these practices on his life. This conversation covers Scott's belief in the power of mindset, the importance of self-advocacy in health, and his hope to inspire others facing chronic illness to redefine their potential. Check out the documentary on YouTube: https://youtu.be/btCAoAjSAc8?si=jq464PgOLHkiDkjL
BRENT MICHAEL PHILLIPS was a web and video game developing pioneer at the dawn of the commercial internet era. An MIT graduate, he left his PhD studies at the MIT Laboratory for Computer Science to cash in on the infinite possibilities that the worldwide web offered. Success came fast! But 20 years later, he is now an internationally acclaimed spiritual teacher and healer. He achieved this after suffering a catastrophic physical and emotional collapse resulting from working 100+ hour weeks. Traditional medicine and most non-traditional treatments didn't heal him. What turned the tables was discovering the power of unlocking the disruptive programming in his subconscious.
BRONWEN LOGAN is an educator in the Japanese art of Reiki, as well as a writer, an animal lover, a thinker, a feminist, and a catalyst for spiritual and personal empowerment. With 25 years of teaching experience and counting, Bronwen's teachings extend beyond the conventional, inviting you to explore the deeper, transformative elements of the system of Reiki. A driving force in the Reiki community, Bronwen co-founded both the International House of Reiki and Shibumi International Reiki Association. She co-authors respected works such as The Reiki Sourcebook, The Japanese Art of Reiki, and Your Reiki Treatment. Her extensive publications and teaching materials have been a cornerstone for students globally, offering guidance that blends scholarly accuracy with heart-centred intuition. WWW.REIKIWITHBRONWEN.COM
DR. JEFF GROSS is the founder of ReCELLebrate and a pioneer in the field of regenerative medicine. With a career dedicated to treating a myriad of spine, joint, and chronic health problems, Dr. Gross has transformed thousands of lives by transitioning from traditional surgical methods to the innovative use of stem cells and stem cell-derived exosomes. Medicine and healthcare are seemingly advancing at the speed of light these days. Some treatments are proving to be real game changers, while others create more confusion than benefit and leave much to be desired. Yet, as Dr. Gross can attest, the most profound advancements lie in the longevity and restorative healing potential of stem cells. Our own degenerating stem cells, when rejuvenated, display powerful anti-aging and healing properties, offering relief and rejuvenation without the need for surgery. Jeff shares insights on the holistic and natural, but also minimally invasive, applications of stem cells in healthcare and preventative wellness, showcasing their potential in tackling and reversing chronic conditions and extending health and vitality. We talk about his training as a surgeon and what led him to studying and applying the benefits of stem cells and exosomes. He demistifies the science behind activating one's own stem cells for prolonged health. In addiition, we talk about some of the history of stem cell research and use and the ways this exciting biotechnology is currently being used successfully and where it is headed in the future. Jeff shares some of the success stories as well as his own experience in the use of stem cell derived exosomes. The future is here!
AKI NAKAMURA began his professional journey as a quantum chemist, having graduated from the Department of Applied Chemistry at Yokohama National University. However, it wasn't long until he turned to the shakuhachi for his future career. Aki studied under numerous shakuhachi masters, including Katsuya Yokohama. He then went on to study composition and jazz theory at Berklee College of Music, USA, graduating summa cum laude. He finished his tertiary studies at the New England Conservatory of Music as a scholarship student in the Master of Music Composition and the Third Stream program. His compositions are diverse and include orchestral music, choral music, chamber music, big band music, and traditional Japanese music. He has established a performance method that makes full use of overtones, multiphonics, the traditional Japanese breathing technique of ‘Missoku', and his own originally developed method of ```, which involves exhaling and inhaling at the same time. While staying true to the traditions of the Komusō monks, collecting, analysing, and performing their repertoire, he is also active as a performer of rock, jazz and classical music. He has performed in more than 150 cities in over 40 countries, at events and venues such as the Montreux Jazz Festival, Queen Elizabeth Hall (London), the Lincoln Center (New York), Blue Note (New York), the Kennedy Center (Washington DC), the Berlin Philharmonic Hall, the Polish National Opera, under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan Foundation. His numerous performances have been shared worldwide through over 40 broadcasting platforms. Book: “Breathing with Missoku:The Undiscvered Zen Secret ofJapanese Culture”
JON LABMAN'S life's work is about helping people overcome trauma, anxiety, self-doubt and low self-esteem, while waking up to their deepest nature as the Absolute, like he did himself..Jon was traumatized at home, bullied at school, and lived in uncomprehending misery for years, including being in and out of extreme religious cults and doing many years of psychotherapy work as a client. He understands how difficult the process of change can be, because Jon lived and still lives it.He also knows how awesome the rewards of moving towards Liberation are. Jon was bound and determined to feel better, and that kept him alive and persisting through numerous ‘false starts. He started working with my first psychologist at the age of 15, but didn't really take to the work until he was nearly 30. Jon started on an active spiritual path at the same time which has taken him into Judaism, evangelical and then new age Christianity, and finally into the mystical awakening traditions of the East (Hinduism, Yoga, Buddhism, etc.) He started my professional journey as an administrative and technical writing professional, but then moved into working with people, first as a Licensed Massage Therapist, where he realized that the most rewarding part of the work was listening to clients' life stories. Jon then returned to school and earned a Master's in Counseling Psychology. Since then, He's been the Director of the Trauma Treatment Program at a large agency, receiving numerous accreditations, written four books, and earned two trauma treatment certifications from the world-famous specialists Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and Dr. Bruce Perry – all while seeing clients full-time. Jon also studied Energy Healing for 3 years, got a 500-hour certification as a Yoga Teacher, and began teaching meditation and spiritual awakening in 2001. For the last 23 years,Jon been helping people move from a tortured existence to a life of peace and contentment, living from the shining center or Core of who they are. CONTACT JON LABMAN: support@simlyawaken.com
MARYN GREEN has been attending women as a midwife since 2009; first as a licensed midwife and now as a spiritual midwife that helps facilitate theceremonies of birth and mothering for aligned women. Maryn is well known for her international association, the Indie Birth Association (indiebirth.org), which serves and educates women and midwives all over the world. She has written hundreds of blog posts about pregnancy, birth, midwifery as a spiritual process, radical birth and mothering and recorded almost 300 episodes of her podcast, “Taking Back Birth” that encourage women and midwives to rethink what they have been taught, and re-connect with ancient wisdom and the spiritual journey of it all. Maryn co- founded the Indie Birth Midwifery School (indiebirthmidwiferyschool.org) in 2017 in order to help create more radical midwives and released her first book, Indie Birth: A Story of Radical Birth Love in 2019. Maryn has been taught by witnessing hundreds of undisturbed births, the best of which have been the births of her own 10 children. She currently lives in Hawai'i. www.maryngreen.co www.indiebirth.org
TARA PORTELLI talks about the transformational potential of psilocybin therapy (magic mushrooms)i for mental health. Tara is a Certified Natural Health Practitioner, Certified Clinical Hypnotist and studying Clinical Psychology and Cultural Anthropology. She founded Arcadia Healing Sanctum in 2019. Where she offers a safe space for those who are ready to do this deep transformational work, in a very private and uniquely tailored experience. She had the opportunity to work with many high-profile medical/mental health professionals, politicians, police, paramedics, and entrepreneurs, as a result of my effective treatment and positive reputation. We also discuss: The Powerful Role of Hypnosis in Reprogramming the Unconscious Mind and Healing Trauma From Paramedic Burnout to Transformative Psilocybin Retreats Expanding Consciousness: Access Greater Wisdom and Find Hope in uncertain times Why our trauma stories are holding us back from achieving our greatest potential With thirteen plus years as a leader in the health and wellness field, writer of The Nude Mushroomhealth and wellness blog, speaker and author, Tara offer a unique perspective to approaching deep rooted illness from a physical, emotional and spiritual level.
JUDI LARSON is a renowned Mental Health Coach, Life Coach, and Energy Healer. With over 10 years of experience, Judi has empowered countless individuals to overcome mental and emotional challenges, find balance, and live purpose-driven lives. Her unique blend of coaching and energy healing helps clients release deep-seated blocks, manage stress, and cultivate resilience. Judi talks about her traumatic childhood experiences and subsequent eating disorder and the steps she took to healing her past. We siscuss Judi's Holistic Approaches to Mental Health: Integrating mindfulness, energy healing, and emotional wellness. Overcoming Fear and Anxiety: Proven strategies to break through limiting beliefs and lead a fulfilling life. Healing from Within: The power of energy work and self-care in transforming mental and emotional well-being. Navigating Life's Transitions: Practical tools for managing change and creating alignment with personal goals. .
RAINIE HOWARD is a renowned bestselling author, speaker, and visionary leader in personal development. With over 17 years of experience, Rainie has connected with millions worldwide through her powerful teachings on self-love, emotional healing, and relationship building. As the CEO of Love Book Store, an e-commerce business, and InspiredFlow, a leadership and life coaching firm, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to live with purpose and fulfillment. Rainie's latest book, The Love Habit, is a transformative guide that empowers readers to cultivate healthier relationships while embracing the transformative power of self-love. Her groundbreaking work has been featured on major platforms like FOX, NBC, and ABC, reinforcing her status as a leading authority on emotional intelligence, mental health, and spiritual growth. Beyond her professional achievements, Rainie is a devoted wife, nurturing mother, and award-winning humanitarian. Through her podcast, The Rainie Howard Show, she continues to inspire and uplift audiences, providing insights that guide others toward holistic growth and a life filled with joy and fulfillment. Rainie's mission is to help people awaken their inner potential, encouraging them to embrace their unique strengths and lead empowered, purposeful lives. www.RainieHoward.com
DR. CHAD NOWLIN is a pioneering physical therapist and the Founder of NRG Physio, a revolutionary approach to physical therapy that emphasizes accurate diagnosis and holistic treatment. With a strong background in anatomy and a passion for improving musculoskeletal health, Chad has developed an innovative evaluation process called the Keystone Reset. This process challenges traditional physical therapy methods by addressing root causes rather than symptoms, providing comprehensive and lasting relief from chronic pain. Chad's expertise spans two primary audiences: individual consumers, particularly fitness enthusiasts dealing with chronic pain, and larger, self-funded employers aiming to reduce healthcare costs and improve employee wellness. His clients are often those who have exhausted traditional medical treatments and are looking to avoid surgery. By focusing on correct and complete diagnoses, Chad ensures that patients receive the most effective and precise treatment. In the corporate sector, Chad works with employers and benefits advisors to integrate his advanced physical therapy methods into employee wellness programs. He has developed an effective, AI-driven text service that allows employees to access his therapeutic protocols remotely. This innovative solution is particularly beneficial for companies with multiple shifts, such as in warehousing and logistics, where traditional physical therapy appointments are impractical. By triaging cases through text and virtual consultations, Chad's approach minimizes productivity loss and healthcare costs while maximizing employee health outcomes. Chad's dedication to his field stems from his belief that everyone deserves access to superior physical therapy. He is committed to educating both individuals and organizations on the importance of comprehensive musculoskeletal care and the potential for avoiding unnecessary surgeries. drchad@nrgphysio.co (317) 707-9966 (call or text)
LANEY ROSENAWEIG is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over three decades in the mental health field. In addition to her private practice, Laney trains licensed mental health professionals in the use of "ART", ACCELERATED RESOLUTION THERAPY. Laney has taken her training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitizaation Reprogramming) to a place where recovery is not only much faster (often as little as a one hour seession), but the patient does. not have to relive the trauma, nor the therapist hear about it. She describes the work as targeting the area of the brain which talk therapy is unable to access, and the patient is able to replace negative images with positive ones. While the memory of the trauma is not erased, its impact is mitigated. Laney says,“The most difficult aspect of discussing ART is the fact that it sounds too good to be true.” We discuss her training, how she discovered and devleposed her technique, how she trains other practioners and offers many examples of successful patient treatment. To learn more, watch her TEDx Talk or find a practioner near you, please visit her website : www.acceleratedresolutiontherapy.com
DR.OHN LEWIS has spent most of his career developing a unique approach as someone who “walks the walk” through all of his combined professional and personal experiences to attaining optimal health through nutrition, dietary supplements, and exercise. Throughout his research career, he has evaluated many different nutritional approaches to enhancing well-being, particularly for brain health, immune function, and counteracting aging. He can separate fact from fiction regarding how to utilize nutrition and dietary supplements to help you achieve and maintain optimal health. The Founder and President of Dr Lewis Nutrition®, Dr. John E. Lewis, Ph.D. has a passion for educating others about the importance of nutrition, dietary supplementation, and exercise for health, and in particular he studies and applies clinical nutrition for the benefit of mankind. He has conducted over 30 different studies in his research career, evaluating the effects of nutrition, dietary supplementation, and exercise on human health, and he has over 180 peer-reviewed publications in some of the world's leading scientific journals. www.drlewisnutrition.com
TJ OSHUN is a leader in Telemedicine, digital health and the future of medicine. We discuss how technology can revolutionize healthcare accessibility. TJ talks about the many advantages of telemedicine including easy access, convenience, cost, privacy and range of services. His company callondoc.com, offers a wide variety of medical services on its platform and is accessible 24/7. We talk about what can and cannot be done via telehealth and how the platform is a valuable adjunct to one's primary care physician and insurance providers. TH is both incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the future of medicine and reaching a wide audience of: healthcare professionals, technology enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, innovation heads and/ national health policy makers
JAMIE MUSTARD & DR. EUGENE LIPOV, a patient and doctor, have written a new book, "The Invisible Machine," which details the history, research and tremendous success of a simple procedure to treat trauma and its devasting effects. The Dual Sympathetic Reset Procedure IDSRP) is a groundbreaking technique which identifies the biological imprint of psychological trauma in the body and treats it. With an enormous success rate, hundreds of patients suffering from PTSD (or PTSI, Post Traumatic Stress Injury) ranging from war, sexual assault, childhood abuse and abandonment have found relief from a lifetime of symptoms.
Comedian SAM TRIPOLI, joins me in a talk about the power of comedy and laighter to heal, educate adn enlighten. We discuss how we both came to standu-up comedy and why it has been such an important part of our lives. originally published in November 2020.
JEFF LEBOWE is one of the founders of Spores Lab (sporeslab.io), a Canadian company which sells mushroom spores, cultures and grow kits for those interested in growing their own mushrooms. Jeff talks about the research behind the benefits of micro-dosing psilocybin to treat depression, anxiety, trauma and addiction. We also talk about the hallucinagenic experience, Big Pharma, and the future of medical treatments using mushrooms, ketamine, LSD and other substances in very small doses to promote healing.
OCEAN MALANDRA talks about the renewed interest in psychedelics and their applications in mental, spiritual and physical health. He is a widely published freelance environmental journalist and travel writer who divides his time between Northern California and South America. His work has appeared in over 30 different media outlets, including Vice, Lonely Planet, USA Today, Mongabay, Earth Island Journal, High Times Magazine, Parabola Magazine and Paste Magazine, where he wrote the environmental column EarthRx. He is also the author of the Moon Travel Guide series to Colombia. His new book, co-edited with neuroscientst and Harvard researcher, Natalie Dyer PhD, titled “Infinite Perception: The Power of Psychedelics for Global Transformation” is an anthology of voices from the front line of the Psychedelic Renaissance.er, PhD. Dr. Natalie Dyer, PhD, is a Research Scientist with Connor Whole Health at University Hospitals, President of the Center for Reiki Research, and serves on the Scientific and Medical Network board. Natalie completed her doctorate in neuroscience at Queen's University and postdoctoral fellowships in psychology at Harvard University and Harvard Medical School. She has published many scientific papers and book chapters on postmaterialist science, psychedelics, and the therapeutic effects of integrative medicine practices, including yoga, acupuncture, mindfulness, and energy medicine, and is co-editor of the book Expanding Science: Visions of a Postmaterialist Paradigm. Natalie is also an energy medicine practitioner and teacher with clients around the world. Her passion is in understanding and addressing mental and physical health from a psychospiritual perspective. She lives in the woods on the east coast of Canada with her husband, artist Louis Dyer, and their daughter. We discuss the history of psychedelics along with current research and the future of their use in enhancing a wide variety of health and wellness challenges. Ocean brings a great deal of personal experience with shaman ritual as well as scientific research to the table in a frank discussion about human potential in body, mind and spirit.
New York Tmes bestselling author LAURA DOYLE was the perfect wife--until she got married.Wheb she began telling her husband how to be tidier, more rmantic, more ambitious, he avoided her.So she dragged him to omarriage counseling and nearly divorced him. In desperation, she asked happily married women for their secrets, and that's when she got her miracle;the man who had wooed her returned. Laura is the founder of the international relattionship coach training program Laura Doyle Connect, the star of Empowered Wives, on Amazon Prime and the The Empoweed Wife Podcast. Laura shares her personal marrigage challenges, along with cllent anectdotes and offers her tips, hacks and secrets to having a successful marriage. She is warm, honest and loves to laugh! Find out more at: www.lauradoyle.org
DR. ZACK ABBOTT is the CEO and co-founder of ZBiotics. He's at the forefront of health innovation with the world's first genetically engineered probiotics. Zack is passionate about using modern biotechnology to solve health problems. We discuss how transparent, responsible genetic engineering can improve our health. His expertise in microbiology and dedication to better health is apparent as we talk about the myriad possibilities for genetically engineered probiotics. We alos delve into longevity and our own ideas of what the future may or may not hold for people living well into their hundreds. www.ZBiotics.com
MARIYA JAVED-PAYNE, MSW, LICSW, LADC is a somatic psychotherapist specializing in healing trauma, complex trauma, addiction, generational and racial trauma, and oppression in the body. She is both a practitioner and teacher of “Brainspotting” a powerful technique in healing trauma. Mariya says, “I am a woman. I am a body of culture. I am a person in recovery. I am an immigrant. I am a student of life. I am a partner, educator, sister, daughter, and friend. I am a passionate and curious individual dedicated to creating health and wellness for individuals, communities, and societies. I believe in deep, nourishing, and holistic change that heals from the roots up.” I was born in India and lived in France, Brazil, and the United States all before the age of six. My experience with vastly different cultures piqued my curiosity about humans and diverse societies from a young age. Blending and assimilating my culture of origin with the United States has been and continues to be an integral part of my story. It has also shaped my ability to assist others in reclaiming their identities as multi-dimensional and complex human beings. These early life experiences in global societies defined my open worldview and appreciation for the diverse walks of life that humanity encompasses. I am grateful for the expansiveness they have provided my foundation. My own journey with addiction and my challenging path to recovery over ten years ago has also given me depth and compassion as a therapist. I gained a firsthand understanding of the quest of the human mind to find a sense of belonging and settledness in an ever-shifting world. These experiences have given me the ability to approach all people with openness, non-judgment, and patience. They have also taught me to be tenacious in my pursuit of healing self and others. Hope is a powerful survival mechanism. www.awakenconsultingservices.com
THOMAS EDWARDS is the Founder of The Professional Wingman® and a coach committed to helping high-achieving entrepreneurs and professional men live iconic lives. With a foundation built on over 15 years of unmatched expertise, Thomas has redefined the paradigm of modern personal development and self-improvement, directly aligning with his profound personal mission to cultivate a legacy of strong, masculine leadership.
WAYNE LEHRER, at 73, has fully moved into a new phase of life… the most rewarding so far. Wayne says, “I have prepared my whole life for this moment. Successes, failures, self-care, and eventually … Discovering what's important … now. Learning to let go of what no longer Is. And the steps to take to cultivate Happiness, Joy, Meaning, Intimacy and Fulfillment in mid-to-late-life.” This is the groundbreaking message ofh is upcoming book “The Art of Conscious Aging that makes it the Operating Manual for the Third Act.” Wayne's unique view of the world first showed up in his paintings, then as a filmmaker, writer, producer of large-scale event experiences, and sculptor. It became clear that the thread was “immersive, transformative, and spiritually uplifting experiences.” But now he is in a different space. Around age 60, he started to let the person he was go, which was hard, and then became the person he is today. This is the time when all the pieces come together: the hero(ine) overcomes their own and others' obstacles, marshals their skills and talents, rises to the occasion, and, in the words of Abraham Maslow, self-actualizes. Age and the passage of time can be viewed as a great assembling of all our seemingly splinter skills and experiences. This is a time when we can become the person we were meant to be. While he continues to teach yoga and meditation, he is also begun to Coach others to successfully Launch into their Third Act. www.waynelehrer.com
In 2009, BRIAN HOLLEY was diagnosed with kidney cancer, and his left kidney was removed. There are now tumours in his pancreas, and one was recently found in his humerus and removed. Throughout this period, he has maintained symptom-free health largely through exercise, meditative practices and diet. This is the story of one man who continues to live a happy and active lifestyle while living with cancer and a book to give comfort and advice to others. Brian is an engaging speaker living in the U.K and the author of .”What My Doctors Didn't Tell Me About Cancer: What You Can Do to Support and Enhance Your Cancer Treatment” We talk about how he first discovered he had cancer, how his doctor's approached treatment and how he became an advocate for himself in treating cancer with nutrition, supplements and meditation. Brian writes, “I've been living with kidney cancer since 2009. After a third operation in 2015, my cancer became metastatic, and 'visitors' took up residence in my lungs. I turned down chemotherapy and am very fortunate to be going strong nearly ten years later. Another 'visitor' was evicted from my left humerus, and I now have 'unpaying guests' lodging in six locations in my body. However, I'm able to lead an active and fulfilling life. (At 84, I sing and play guitar in a band, undertake some gardening, serve on two committees and take several walks of two or three miles each week.) “Cancer is sneaky. We can live with it for months, even years, without knowing it's there. That's perhaps because cancer is not something we catch but something that happens to our own cells when their DNA is corrupted.” And that is usually because of our lifestyle. “ . . . the first response to a problem should not be rejection but acceptance; acceptance of it and all its apparent implications. Yes, that sounds strange, but half the pain we suffer is in withstanding the idea that we should have to suffer at all.” In early 2022, my wife, Elizabeth, suggested I keep a cancer diary, which by 2023 had turned into a book. As I researched for the book, I was amazed at what I didn't know about cancer, having lived with it for so long. I'd spent time volunteering for Macmillan and attending support groups) and discovered that was true for most of us. I was shocked to find that my doctors didn't know some important things about cancer, too – how dangerous sugar could be, for instance. In 2023, with a broken humerus and prosthetic shoulder to deal with, the diary had grown into a book. I have continued my cancer diary, though, and will bequeath it to Cancer Research UK. Central to my book is my MEDS regimen: Mind, Exercise, Diet and Support. I take my 'MEDS' every day. My doctors are very dedicated and exceptionally hard-working. They all know a fantastic amount, but they can't know everything. There are many things we can do to support our immune systems and the treatment our doctors provide. We need to be self-advocates: to ask pertinent questions about the whys and wherefores of our treatment – and impertinent ones too if necessary. I refused chemotherapy again in 2022. It seems that I'm growing older faster than my tumours, which are growing big. I'm not at all afraid of dying, and I hope to die with cancer rather than of it. These last 15 years have been the richest time of my life.
When a sudden onset of manic episodes lands her in a psychiatric ward, what is an established, respected psychotherapist to do? MARCIA NAOMI BERGER, single and twenty-nine, has her first psychiatric hospitalization and then two more in the next year and a half. A series of close friends and mentors stand by her through challenges with abusive colleagues, conflicted relationships with men, estrangement from her mother, and confusion about what truly matters. Marcia Berger taks about her new memoir, The Bipolar Therapist: A Journey From Madness to Love and Meaning which reveals her personal journey of being the professional and the patient, of living with and overcoming Bipolar Disorder, a secret she kept hidden until now. It's a story not just about battling mental illness, but also about resilience, healing, and finding hope in the face of adversity. We discuss the stigma of mental illness and what we can do about it. How some people recover from a severe mental illness and the way some people react to a person with mental health issues. Marcia offers insights into the challenges of bipolar disorder while challenging societal stigmas surrounding mental illness. Her story is not just about survival but about transformation and the power of love and meaning to overcome even the most daunting obstacles. Marcia Naomi Berger, LCSW, is a psychotherapist in private practice in San Rafael, California. She held senior-level positions in child welfare, alcoholism treatment, and psychiatry with the city and county of San Francisco. She also served as a lecturer on the clinical faculty at the University of California School of Medicine and as executive director of Jewish Family and Children's Services of the East Bay. www.marriagemeetings.com
DR. DEB BUTLER is a Certified Master Weight Loss and Life Coach, and even taught at The Life Coach School for the amazing Brooke Castillo. Before that? She spent 30 years as a Board CertifiedChiropractor, Nutritionist and Acupuncturist. She is the host of the podcast “ThINNER Peace In Menopause and Beyond” and has been featured as a guest on various podcasts as well.Dr. Deb spent decades struggling with her weightand yo-yo dieting. She went on her last diet at the age of 50 and has been free of the diet culture ever since. She read, researched, and created aprogram to help other women. If you have been battling your weight and relationship with food your whole life… and now menopause is making it harderthan ever... Dr. Deb can teach you to change the way you think, so that this is the very last time you have to lose weight. Deb says, "Diets don't work. In order to reach and maintain your desired weight deprivation-free you need to reestablish a strong mind-body connection." Podcast: THINNER Peace In Menopause and Beyond Website: www.drdebbutler.com
DR. ELLIOTT JUSTIN,, MD, is the CEO and Founder of FirmTech, and an acclaimed expert in the rapidly evolving sextech and wearables industry, with a unique focus on the intersection of sexual and cardiac health. Elliott offers invaluable insights into how recent innovations in sextech can improve their sexual health—and, by extension, their cardiac health—potentially saving their lives. Driven by technological advancements and a growing emphasis on sexual wellness, the sextech market has exploded on a global scale in recent years. The wearables category has arguably seen the most interesting and compelling growth with products that do things like help alleviate pain during penetration, others use AI to map changes in the pelvic floor, and innovations like FirmTech's award-winning Tech Ring—the first smart intimacy wearable of its kind—enhances pleasure while improving cardiac health. Dr. Justin's expertise extends far beyond the FirmTech brand. With a background in emergency medicine, he is all too aware of cardiac health and is driven by an understanding of how sexual and heart health are linked. We talk about how the data collected from the Tech Ring can inform heart health, adrenal health and other conditions prompting early detection. Elliott also talks about how “werables” have improved sexual function and pleasure in both men and women. This frank and informative discussion takes us through the current research and data, as well as anecdotal success stories which illustrate the power and viability of this burgeoning field. www.myfirmtech.com Use the code: IknowElliott to get a 20% discount!
DAVID WEILL, M.D., is the former Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. He is currently the Principal of the Weill Consulting Group which focuses assisting hospitals in improving their transplant programs and developing new programs in the US and throughout the world. David's writing has appeared in the Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Newsweek, and The San Francisco Chronicle. In his new novel, “All That Really Matters,” David explores the demands, challenges and complications of a fictional transplant surgeon. We discuss his 25 year career as a lung transplant surgeon and the behind-the-scenes world of medical ethics, corporate greed in medicine and the life and death decisions made in “the selection room,” where it is decided who gets a transplant and who doesn't. www.davidweill.com
TAMRA SATTLER, PhD, MFT, is a therapist, professor, and entrepreneur. She started her career in marketing and technology with managerial positions at companies like Salesforce, Excite and Monster. She then pivoted to being a therapist and learning about how people change more deeply and permanently through psycho-spiritual theories, namely the Enneagram. She has taught at Naropa for the past few years and received her PhD at CIIs in East-West Psychology. Her passion is to bring her two paths together to develop technology platforms to help humanity and the planet awaken. Too Much and Not Enough: Healing for the Enneagram Four or Borderline-Style Personality, is her new book which is designed to help those and loved ones who suffer from emotional dis-regulation. Tamra discusses: What is Borderline-Style Personality (BPD)? Why are borderline characteristic individuals difficult to treat? In working with these individuals what do you love the most? Tamra talks about her own struggles with BPD and the powerful healing experience she had with the use of a gueded MDMA journey and subsequent experiences with mushrooms. These experiences were able to reach parts of the brain which talk therapy cannot and help her heal pre-verbal infant trauma. www.tamrasattler.com
KIM SHAPIRA, M.S., R.D. is a celebrity dietitian, nutritional therapist, and author, with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Tulane University and a Master's degree in Human Metabolism and Clinical Nutrition from Boston University. Kim has spent over 25 years helping people lose weight and keep it off (with a giant emphasis on keeping it off), both in her private Los Angeles practice, in hospitals, sports clinics, addiction centers and universities. When she's not helping her clients take back their relationship with food. In her new book, “This Is What You're Really Hungry For: Six Simple Rules to Transform Your Relationship with Food to Become Your Healthiest Self,” Shapira shares her method to help you get well and stay well by leading your own body, shredding guilt, finding peace, and making it normal to eat the foods you love. We talk about stress and anxiety eating, reward eating and the correlation between over-eating and compulsive shopping. Kim offers clear methods to change unhealthy food habits and some of the tools available to monitor one's progress. www.kimshapira.com. “For years, Kim has approached her clients with her singular mix of common sense and compassion,wisdom and empathy, actionable rules that feel within reach, and progress that's both real and not tooextreme . . . This Is What You're Really Hungry For is the peak of all that. Her guidance is a gift,rooted in her experience and given with a deep understanding of how people actually think about food and what it takes to make real change.” Emily
CRAIG GOLDBERG is what many would say the world really needs right now: a Relaxation Expert! Craig is also a Certified Vibro-Acoustic Therapy Practitioner on a quest to help humanity achieve a deeper sense of inner calmness through the use of sound and vibration technology. He operates with roots in science and technology, and his work is backed by 40+ years of research showing the many benefits of this type of therapy. He is constantly exploring new ways to use Vibro-Acoustic to help people reduce stress and anxiety, heal, and transform their lives for the better. His journey began 10 years ago when his wife got sick and Modern medicine did not have answers, so he did what any one of us would do: He began searching. His journey has taken him down many roads in search of one thing: How to live a healthy life. Craig and his wife found diet and nutrition to be the gateway to better health. This love for healthy food led to a deep dive, into what he calls his three main environments: 1. What we put in our mouth 2. What we put on our skin 3. What we allow in the air around us Mastering these external environments led him to focusing inward. Craig, like so many others, was familiar with the benefits of meditation, but struggled to get into a meditative state. He made it something of a mission to hack the process to make it more accessible for those who struggled to get there. This led to the power of sound and vibration as a healing tool after experiencing profound effects for himself on a revolutionary Vibro-Acoustic bed called “The Sound Lounge.” Craig instantly knew this was the mindfulness and healing hack he'd been searching for and it sparked yet another deep dive into the human body and how it all works. In November 2016, he partnered with Dominic Carnevale, and inHarmony Interactive was born. Today, Craig is an advocate of the power of sound and vibration to heal and create positive changes in the lives of others.Craig and Dom continue to innovate their industry. inHarmony recently announced their Patent on the inHarmony Meditation Cushion, solidifying their position in the “Tech-Assisted Meditation” movement. Sound and vibration reset the nervous system and send signals to every muscle in the body to relax. Shifting from stressed and anxious to calm-and-relaxed is something we all need. www.iaminharmony.com
JIM STOPPANI, PhD, is the leading authority on exercise science, sports nutrition, and supplementation. Over the past 15+ years, Dr. Stoppani has helped millions of people change their lives through science-based nutrition and supplement plans and expertly designed training programs. He received his doctorate in exercise physiology with a minor in biochemistry from the University of Connecticut. Following graduation, he served as a postdoctoral research fellow in the prestigious John B. Pierce Laboratory and Department of Cellular and Molecular Physiology at Yale University School of Medicine, where he investigated the effects of exercise and diet on gene regulation in muscle tissue. In 2002, Dr. Stoppani was awarded the Gatorade Beginning Investigator in Exercise Science Award by the American Physiological Society for his groundbreaking research. After his Yale stint, Dr. Stoppani was on the editorial staff at Weider Publications for 11 years, serving as Senior Science Editor for Muscle & Fitness, FLEX and Muscle & Fitness Hers magazines. In 2013, he left Weider to create the ground-breaking sports nutrition company JYM Supplement Science. Dr. Stoppani has authored or co-authored several books, including the Encyclopedia of Muscle & Strength (Human Kinetics, 2006); the New York Times Bestseller LL Cool J's Platinum 360 Diet and Lifestyle (Rodale, 2010); and Stronger Arms & Upper Body (Human Kinetics, 2008). Dr. Stoppani has also been the personal nutrition and health consultant for numerous celebrity clients, including LL Cool J, Dr. Dre, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, and Mario Lopez. Through his various platforms – from print magazines and books to online as a featured expert on Bodybuilding.com and the owner of JimStoppani.com – Dr. Stoppani has become one of the most trusted, reliable sources of fitness information on the Internet. The JYMARMY Facebook group page – a community of passionate individuals who follow his training, nutrition and supplement plans – is one of the largest and most engaging online groups, with over 60,000 members. His personal and company mission is to change lives through proper training, nutrition and supplementation, all based on the latest scientific research, while following the motto of “Do the Right Thing.” WWW.JIMSTOPPANI.COM
v GEETA “DR. G” NAYYAR, MD, MBA, is a trailblazing healthcare technology leader and former Chief Medical Officer of Salesforce and AT&T. In her USA Today and Wall Street Journal bestseller, "Dead Wrong: Diagnosing and Treating Healthcare's Misinformation Illness," Dr. G takes an intimate and moving look at misinformation, disinformation, and the devastating impact of falsehoods on our well-being. Featured on CNBC, CNN, CBS, and other prominent media outlets, Dr. G separates fact from fiction in the age of social media. We talk about: - Reprogramming Mis/Dis Information in Healthcare in the Age of Social Media TikTok, Instagram & Social Media – Healthcare Advice in 2024 & Where to Find It From HIV/AIDS to COVID-19: Recognizing Misinformation & How We Can Do Better 4 Conversations for Millennials to Have with Their Healthcare Providers & Why It Might Be Different from Other Generations Healthcare Transformations for 2024: What to Expect Digital Health for Positive Change: How Digital Patient Records & Virtual Appts Have Transformed Healthcare A rheumatologist, Dr. G earned her medical degree at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, where she was admitted into an accelerated program at age 17, and her MBA at The George Washington University School of Business.
ROBERT JOHNSON is the founder of Mycroboost, a functional mushroom company which offers a variety of mushroom products which enhance energy, brain function, microbiome health and overall wellness. Robert is a seasoned cannabis and hemp industry veteran, startup founder, product developer, business consultant and CEO of supplement manufacturer Custom Capsule Consultants. He is a popular contributor to Rolling Stone, having written about his work in mushroom product development and the burgeoning psychedelic industry. He is also a contributor to Natural Products Insider, Nutraceuticals World, and I've been a speaker and panelist at the California Psychedelic Conference and the Oakland Psychedelic Conference. We talk about the benefits of specific mushrooms, mushroom coffee and his research on the use of psychedelics. His vast knowledge and passion on the benefits of mushrooms makes for a lively discussion and increased hope for the future of plant-based remedies. www.mycroboost,com
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