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Today we revisit a conversation about happiness with Dr. June Gruber. Dr. Gruber is a clinical psychologist and full Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience at the University of Colorado Boulder, where she directs the Positive Emotion and Psychopathology Laboratory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Holidays! We're taking a short break from new episodes this week so you can focus on finishing that Christmas dinner. We'll be back next Thursday with something new. In the meantime, why not tuck into this conversation with Guy Spier from January 2024, which remains one of my favorites. Enjoy! _________________ Guy Spier runs the Aquamarine Fund, an "investment partnership closely modeled on the original Buffet Partnerships." He is also a podcast host, YouTube creator, author of The Education of a Value Investor and the host of the annual investment gathering VALUEx. He describes his life's project as "a quest for wealth, wisdom and enlightenment." Guy joins the show to discuss the differences between Switzerland and the US, how to unlock the British class system, what he learned from Warren Buffett, and MUCH more! Important Links: Guy's Website Guy's Twitter Guy's YouTube Channel 3Blue1Brown (YouTube Channel) Numberphile (YouTube Channel) Show Notes: The Differences Between New York, Switzerland & Paris Exploring the Dark Underbelly of New York Nightlife Psychedelics, Guns & Regulation The Advantages of Swiss Democracy Don't Short the United States The Branding Skill of the Royal Family Unlocking the Rules of the Class System Life Paths & Premeditation Luck, Opportunity & Non-Canonical Science Jim's Music Taste Mathematical Shenanigans Guy as Emperor of the World MORE! Books Mentioned: How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us about Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence; by Michael Pollan The Hypomanic Edge: The Link Between (a Little) Craziness and (a Lot Of) Success in America; by John Gartner Write It Down, Make It Happen: Knowing What You Want and Getting It; by Henriette Anne Klauser Invest Like The Best; by Jim O'Shaughnessy Outside, the Sky is Blue: The story of a family told with searing honesty, humour and love; by Christina Patterson

Tired of ADHD strategies that don't work? Here's what actually does. FREE training here: https://programs.tracyotsuka.com/signup_____Join Tracy as she breaks her women only guest rule by welcoming Dr. Edward Hallowell to Episode 106 of ADHD for Smart Ass Women. If you know anything at all about ADHD you recognize Dr. Hallowell's name as the leading authority in the field of ADHD. Dr. Hallowell is a board-certified child and adult psychiatrist, and a New York Times bestselling author. He, along with Dr. John Ratey wrote what Tracy considers to be the bible of ADHD, Driven to Distraction. Now retired from the faculty of Harvard Medical School, Dr. Hallowell has been featured on 20/20, 60 Minutes, Oprah, PBS, CNN, Today, Good Morning America, and in The New York Times, USA Today, Newsweek, Time. He is a regular columnist for ADDitude magazine, and is also the host of his weekly podcast called Distraction. Dr. Hallowell is the founder of The Hallowell Centers in Boston, New York City, San Francisco, Palo Alto, and Seattle. He lives in the Boston area with his wife and their three grown children.Dr. Hallowell shares the circumstances surrounding his ADHD diagnosis, Why he and Dr. John Ratey decided to write their new book ADHD 2.0: New Science and Essential Strategies for Thriving with Distraction. Who he wrote this book for, Why most medical professionals have ignored the strengths in ADHD for so long, His opinion on ADHD and intelligence, Exciting research around the task positive network and default mode network and how you can use them to benefit the ADHD brain, The ADHDers need to create and constantly improve their life, Why those of us with ADHD should never worry alone, Where he believes the field of ADHD research and treatment is going, Whether he believes that there's a relationship between introversion/extroversion and ADHD types, Why ADHD women have not been part of ADHD studies.Resources:Website: drhallowell.comADHD 2.0 Book: https://drhallowell.com/read/books-by-nedAmazon: ADHD 2.0: https://www.amazon.com/ADHD-2-0-EssenSend a Message: Your Name | Email | Message If this podcast helps you understand your ADHD brain, Shift helps you train it. Practice mindset work in just 10 minutes a day. Learn more at tracyotsuka.com/shift Instead of Struggling to figure out what to do next? ADHD isn't a productivity problem. It's an identity problem. That's why most strategies don't stick—they weren't designed for how your brain actually works. Your ADHD Brain is A-OK Academy is different. It's a patented, science-backed coaching program that helps you stop fighting your brain and start building a life that fits.

Sometimes the perfect words show up when you need them most. We start with a surprisingly powerful bit of holiday inspiration from Mr. Rogers — a reminder of kindness and humanity that still resonates today. Source: The World According to Mr. Rogers (https://amzn.to/3RKWfzC) Science is completely rethinking what it means to grow old. It's not just about adding years — it's about adding healthy years. And while diet and exercise play their part, researchers are uncovering far more advanced ways to slow aging at a cellular level. Some of the most intriguing experiments can literally make worms appear younger, think better, and live twice as long. Coleen Murphy, professor at Princeton University and Director of Princeton's Glenn Foundation for Research on Aging, explains where longevity science is heading and what it may one day mean for us. She is author of How We Age: The Science of Longevity (https://amzn.to/3GKDKF5). Most of us have avoided doing something — trying out, speaking up, taking a shot — because we feared what other people might think. That fear is powerful, and it holds people back in ways we rarely acknowledge. High-performance psychologist Michael Gervais joins me to explain why this fear is so universal, how it shapes everyday decisions, and what we can do to break free from it. He is host of the Finding Mastery podcast (https://findingmastery.com/podcasts/) and author of The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying about What People Think of You. (https://amzn.to/3RtsDoW). With the new year approaching, many people start thinking about career moves. We wrap up with the personality traits employers value most — qualities that often matter more than experience or credentials. Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/meghancasserly/2012/10/04/top-five-personality-traits-employers-hire-most/ PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! AURA FRAMES: Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://AuraFrames.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and get $45 off Aura's best selling Carver Mat frames by using promo code SOMETHING at checkout. INDEED: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now! QUINCE: Give and get timeless holiday staples that last this season with Quince.  Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! DELL: Your new Dell PC with Intel Core Ultra helps you handle a lotwhen your holiday to-dos get to be…a lot.Shop now at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Dell.com/deals ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ AG1: Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://DrinkAG1.com/SYSK ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to get a FREE Welcome Kit with an AG1 Flavor Sampler and a bottle of Vitamin D3 plus K2, when you first subscribe!  NOTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Notion brings all your notes, docs, and projects into one connected space that just works . It's seamless, flexible, powerful, and actually fun to use! Try Notion, now with Notion Agent, at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://notion.com/something⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ PLANET VISIONARIES: In partnership with Rolex's Perpetual Planet Initiative, this… is Planet Visionaries. Listen or watch on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. SHOPIFY:  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at⁠ https://Shopify.com/sysk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Federico Faggin is a physicist, engineer, and the inventor of the microprocessor - the technology which paved the way for the digital age; making modern computing, the internet, and smartphones possible. In recent decades, Federico has turned his attention to developing a scientific theory of consciousness based on the latest developments in quantum physics. In this conversation, we explore: — How “quantum fields” may possess consciousness and free will as fundamental properties — Why meaning, not information alone, is the foundation of reality — How Federico's theory explains the relationship between the body, mind, and consciousness — Why cooperation and love, rather than competition, emerge as the natural organizing principles in this framework And more. You can learn more about Dr. Faggin's work in his book "Irreducible". — Federico Faggin, born in Vicenza, Italy, is a physicist and pioneering inventor in computing. He co-designed one of Italy's first transistorized computers, developed the MOS Silicon Gate Technology, and led the creation of the world's first microprocessor, the Intel 4004. He founded Zilog, Cygnet Technologies, and Synaptics, pioneering innovations like the Z80 microprocessor, Touchpad, and Touchscreen. Today, he leads the Federico and Elvia Faggin Foundation, advancing the scientific study of consciousness. Faggin has received major honors including the Marconi Prize, Kyoto Prize, National Medal of Technology, and induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame. His autobiography, SILICON: From the Invention of the Microprocessor to the New Science of Consciousness, is available worldwide. --- Interview Links: — Dr. Faggin's X account: https://x.com/fedefaggin?lang=en — Dr. Faggin's book: https://amzn.to/4rUbshE

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

Dr. William Davis, author of Super Body: A 3-week Program to Harness the New Science of Body Composition and Restore Your Youthful Contours discusses why muscle mass is the missing link in most weight loss strategies and how most diets get it wrong.

In this episode, Gabby sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to reframe what it really means for women to age. They break down the science of the menopausal brain, why mood and identity shift in midlife, and how fasting, nutrition, movement, and mindset can help women feel clearer, stronger, and more connected. This is an empowering conversation about entering your second act with energy, purpose, and confidence.Connect with Dr. Mindy PelzWebsite:Instagram: @drmindypelzBooks: Fast Like a Girl, Age Like a GirlFor More on Gabby:Instagram @GabbyReece: https://www.instagram.com/gabbyreece/TikTok @GabbyReeceOfficial https://www.tiktok.com/@gabbyreeceofficialThe Gabby Reece Show Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GabbyReeceProduced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Perimenopause doesn't have to mean fatigue, stubborn belly fat and training that suddenly stops “working”. In this episode, Angela sits down with exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist Dr Stacy Sims to unpack how women should really be training through their 40s, 50s and beyond - from sprint intervals and strength work to what actually happens to your muscles, joints and recovery as hormones shift. They dive into why most “zone 2” and VO₂ max advice is based on male data, how to use sprint interval training for mitochondrial health and metabolic flexibility, and why perimenopause and the first 5 years after menopause need a very different training and recovery strategy. You'll learn how to structure your week, how to periodise your year, and how to adapt popular classes like F45, CrossFit or OrangeTheory so they work for your physiology, not against it. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • How training needs to change in perimenopause, early post-menopause and late post-menopause • The key differences between HIIT and sprint interval training - and how to do SIT safely • Why most zone 2 research is based on men, and what women should focus on instead • How to structure your week with sprints, lifting and just enough cardio • Smart ways to modify group classes for female physiology • How to tweak carbs and protein across your cycle and in the luteal phase for better recovery • The most useful evidence-backed supplements for midlife women • Why menopause hormone therapy is a supportive tool - but can't replace lifting, protein and good training Timestamps 00:00 New Science for Women's Training 04:40 Training in Perimenopause While You Still Have a Menstrual Cycle 08:10 Recovery, Morning Workouts & Rethinking the Cardio Habit 10:04 Zone 2 Myths for Women 16:59 The Moderate-Intensity “Black Hole” & Soul-Food Cardio 21:57 Sprint Interval Training (SIT) & Mitochondrial Health for Women 25:59 HIIT, Orange Theory & Making Group Classes Work for Your Hormones 31:40 Ovulation, “Power Phases” & Why Every Woman Must Track Her Cycle 35:03 Fueling the Luteal Phase: Carbs, Protein & Training 36:32 How Much HIIT & SIT Women Need in Perimenopause and Postmenopause 40:55 Periodizing Your Year for Midlife Women 43:40 Resistance Training for Women's Strength & Longevity 47:59 Supplements That Actually Support Women 53:34 Creatine, Whey Protein, Water Retention & Acne: What Women Need to Know 56:37 Menopause Hormone Therapy: A Helpful Tool But Not a Magic Body-Comp Fix VALUABLE RESOURCES A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible: • Timeline – Supercharge your energy and upgrade your mitochondria with Mitopure®

What happens when we die, and what is eternal life? The Rev. James Huenink (Pastor of First Lutheran Church in El Cajon, CA) joins Andy and Sarah for Episode 8 of our “Prepared with a Reason” series to talk about some worldly visions of the human's purpose and what happens after or in death, the ideas of ongoing progression and material despair, where we see these assumptions in our culture, how Christians can respond to these worldviews faithfully, and what Pastor Huenink finds particularly interesting about this topic. Find the “Prepared with a Reason” curriculum at cph.org/prepared-with-a-reason-leaders-guide-digital-edition. Other resources mentioned in this episode: The New Science of Politics by Eric Voeglein: amazon.com/New-Science-Politics-Introduction-Foundation/dp/0226861147 Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright: amazon.com/Surprised-Hope-Rethinking-Resurrection-Mission/dp/0062089978 First Lutheran Church of El Cajon Youtube channel: youtube.com/@FirstLutheranChurchofElCajon As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org. Today's episode of The Coffee Hour is underwritten in part by Concordia University, Irvine. You can learn more about Concordia University, Irvine at cui.edu.

Hour 1 of https://RushToReason.com opens with intensity and purpose as Dr. Scott Faulkner (https://castlerockregenerativehealth.com), filling in for John Rush, teams up with expert biohacker Jeremy Sova to deliver a powerful Health and Wellness Wednesday. Together, they challenge listeners to rethink everything they believe about aging, medicine, and longevity. Why is traditional healthcare failing millions—and what happens when you step outside the system to measure, optimize, and actually reverse the damage inside your body? From cutting-edge biomarkers and rapamycin protocols to hyperbaric oxygen, VO₂ max testing, and personalized data tools like the Oura Ring, Dr. Scott and Jeremy reveal a roadmap to becoming biologically younger—no matter your age or past habits. Can a former smoker achieve elite VO₂ max numbers? Could early detection tools catch cancer before symptoms appear? And what if the secret to living longer isn't more medication, but more information? Websites mentioned: https://castlerockregenerativehealth.com/ https://ouraring.com/ https://www.questdiagnostics.com/ https://www.cancerchecklabs.com/ HOUR 2 Hour 2 explodes with cutting-edge health insight as biohacker Jeremy Sova and Dr. Scott plunge into the hidden world of mitochondria, omega-3 optimization, stem cells, and advanced cardiac imaging. Why are so many people walking around with perfect calcium scores while soft plaque silently builds toward disaster? And could AI-powered CT angiograms—with Clearly technology—be the tool that uncovers the truth before it's too late? A heart-stopping live call from Rick, whose scan revealed a 98% blockage despite minimal symptoms, becomes a turning point showcasing just how radically this new technology can save lives. From personalized biomarkers to the failures of traditional medicine, the hour exposes the cracks in America's healthcare system and reveals why functional and regenerative medicine are rising fast. Dr. Scott's raw backstory—his battle against bureaucracy, burnout, and a system that rewards silence over truth—adds emotional depth and a powerful challenge: what happens when a doctor refuses to be a coward? HOUR 3 Hour 3 of Rush to Reason ignites with Dr. Scott and expert biohacker Jeremy Sova diving into some of the most groundbreaking advances in modern regenerative medicine. What if stem cells could help a paralyzed man walk again… or reverse early Alzheimer's? What if your body could regrow neural networks once believed to be permanently damaged? And what if aging itself—telomere shortening, senescent “zombie cells,” mitochondrial decline—could be slowed, halted, or even reversed? Dr. Scott takes listeners behind the scenes of A4M, the world's largest anti-aging medical summit, where he is a featured stem-cell speaker teaching thousands of physicians global best practices. Together, he and Jeremy unpack cutting-edge research from Japan, Germany, and Israel on stem cells, plasmapheresis, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy—modalities that may radically expand healthspan and quality of life. Along the way, Dr. Scott exposes why so much breakthrough science happens outside the United States and challenges listeners to rethink a medical system built on disease management rather than healing. This is a riveting episode of Rush To Reason for anyone curious about longevity, brain restoration, or the future of medicine—and it just might change the way you think about aging forever.

If you're working to change your drinking habits and create a peaceful relationship with alcohol, you're in the right place. In today's episode, we revisit a very special conversation with internationally renowned neuropsychopharmacologist, Dr. David Nutt.This episode originally aired when the podcast was still called Breaking the Bottle Legacy, but the message and insights are just as powerful—and relevant—today.In this episode, Molly speaks with Dr. David Nutt, author of Drink? The New Science of Alcohol and Your Health. The conversation dives into the science behind alcohol's impact on the brain and body, while also exploring how to make more informed, intentional choices about drinking.Dr. Nutt shares:Why he wrote Drink?, and why science must inform our alcohol decisionsThe duality of alcohol: pleasure and poisonHis personal journey with alcohol, including owning a wine bar while being a leading voice in alcohol harm reductionHow using science can help you assess the role of alcohol in your life and your long-term goalsWhy This Episode MattersMolly revisits this conversation as a holiday-season reminder: it's possible to enjoy social events with alcohol while staying aligned with your goals. Dr. Nutt emphasizes the power of planning ahead, staying self-aware, and not drinking alone—core pillars of the Alcohol Minimalist approach.If you're seeking peace with alcohol—not necessarily abstinence—this episode delivers practical insights and validation that change is possible when you lead with knowledge and intention.Resources MentionedBook: Drink? The New Science of Alcohol and Your Health by Dr. David NuttWebsite: mollywatts.comTakeawaysAlcohol is a drug—understanding that fact is key to moderation“Think about drink”: intentionality and self-reflection help you stay in controlYou can challenge past patterns and create a new story for yourselfSubscribe and Share If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe and share it with a friend. And if you have a favorite adjective for your weather report or a show guest you'd love to hear from, email Molly at molly@mollywatts.comLow risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★

Welcome to the Purple Patch Podcast! On this episode, IRONMAN Master Coach Matt Dixon and Human Performance Author & Coach Steve Magness discuss the importance of mental toughness in athletic performance and life. Magness emphasizes that mental toughness is not about ignoring pain but navigating it effectively. He highlights the need for a comprehensive approach, including sleep, nutrition, and ongoing education. Magness shares his journey from a high school athlete to a respected coach, stressing the importance of teaching psychological skills. He advises athletes to develop a mental toolkit, use self-talk, and focus strategies to manage discomfort. Magness also underscores the value of stress inoculation and the importance of putting oneself in challenging situations to build resilience.   Purple Patch and Episode Resources Steve Magness Books: https://www.stevemagness.com/wintheinside/ https://www.stevemagness.com/do-hard-things/  Check out our world-class coaching and training options: Book a complementary needs assessment coaching call: https://calendly.com/coaches-purplepatch/offseason-assessment-call Tri Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/squad 1:1 Coaching: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/11-coached Run Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness/com/run-squad Strength Squad: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/strength-1 Live & On-Demand Bike Sessions: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/bike Explore our training options in detail: https://bit.ly/3XBo1Pi Live in San Francisco? Explore the Purple Patch Performance Center: https://center.purplepatchfitness.com Everything you need to know about our methodology: https://www.purplepatchfitness.com/our-methodology Amplify your approach to nutrition with Purple Patch + Fuelin https://www.fuelin.com/purplepatch Get access to our free training resources, insight-packed newsletter and more at purplepatchfitness.com  

Bernie Banks is a professor and institute leader at Rice University and co-author of "The New Science of Momentum: How the Best Coaches and Leaders Build a Fire from a Single Spark." As a Brigadier General, he led West Point's Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership in his final military assignment. In this episode, Bernie decodes how fleeting moments morph into sustained momentum. Drawing on eight years of research, over 250 interviews and thousands of survey responses across sports, business, politics and the military, Bernie shares a tried-and-true model leaders can use to spark movement, sustain it, and redirect it when needed. Momentum doesn't happen by accident—it's built through small wins, clear culture, situation-readiness, and intentional follow-through. Whether you're leading a team, an organization, or your own career, listen in for practical tools to recognize the early spark, harness the energy, and turn it into a flame that drives real progress. You can find episode 488 on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Watch this Episode on YouTube | Bernie Banks on From Fleeting Moments to Sustained Momentum https://bit.ly/TLP-488 Key Takeaways [03:27] Bernie explains the book originated from the 2017 Super Bowl when the Patriots came back from 28-3 to win against the Falcons. [06:39] Bernie explains momentum is overlooked because people view it as common sense rather than a vital leadership skill. [08:23] Bernie outlines the momentum model starts with leadership setting culture, then moving into preparation where leaders actively seek to generate momentum. [11:29] Bernie uses Nvidia as an example, explaining they made strategic decisions long ago to prepare for the AI revolution. [14:05] Bernie emphasizes "culture is not what you talk about, it's what you tolerate, it's what you reinforce." [15:35] Bernie shares Alan Mulally telling a disruptive Ford executive they needed a transition conversation because those behaviors wouldn't be tolerated. [19:23] Bernie quotes Warren Buffett on hiring: look for smart, driven, and principled people, never hiring someone high on the first two without the third. [21:57] Bernie explains hiring depends on whether you need to maintain or innovate. [25:05] Bernie advises being open and honest with people about gaps they'll have to address for the new reality. [27:39] Bernie explains momentum requires both managers who optimize systems and leaders who produce change. [30:36] Bernie notes the most effective leaders were high on both people and results orientation. [33:17] Bernie discusses the Pygmalion study, stating people rise to the level of expectations when leaders show vested interest in their well being. [34:51] Bernie explains he replaced "failure" with "embrace challenge" because failure has negative connotation and finality. [37:23] Bernie emphasizes intentionality matters, explaining legacy means our story will be told by others, not ourselves. [41:44] Bernie closes stating "momentum is leader business" and the book is designed as a how-to guide with immediate actions. [44:30] And remember…"The world is wide, and I will not waste my life in friction when it could be turned into momentum." - Frances E. Willard Quotable Quotes "Culture is not what you talk about. It's what you tolerate. It's what you reinforce." "Results are one thing, but the how matters." "Momentum is not something they stumbled upon. It was something they actively sought to generate." "People will rise to the level of your expectations so long as they believe you have a vested interest in fostering their well being and that you're equipping them to meet those expectations." "In the best organizations, accountability is the word, and in many organizations, accountability is a bad word." "Challenges can lead to opportunities, and we can always learn things along the way as we push through challenges." "Legacy comes from the Latin word legatus, which means people, person, delegated, which means our story will not be told by self." "Be intentional. The great leaders are." "Momentum is a leader business. " "A core obligation of every leader is to put their people in a position to win." "You don't put people in a position to win by watering down expectations." "Wherever there's a challenge, there's an opportunity." These are the books mentioned in this episode Resources Mentioned The Leadership Podcast | theleadershippodcast.com Sponsored by | www.darley.com Rafti Advisors. LLC | www.raftiadvisors.com Self-Reliant Leadership. LLC | selfreliantleadership.com Bernie Banks Facebook | www.facebook.com/bernard.banks.9 Bernie Banks LinkedIn | www.linkedin.com/in/bernard-bernie-b-4458003

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Losing fitness in the off-season isn't the setback you think it is—it's actually where your next breakthrough begins.What if the fear of losing your running fitness is actually the very thing holding you back? This episode breaks down the surprising science that reveals how resilient your body really is and why those planned or unplanned breaks from training aren't your enemy. I'll share the simple, minimal-effort formula to maintain over 90% of your fitness and show you how to flip your mindset, turning panic into power. You'll learn how to strategically use this time to not just protect your progress, but to set the stage for your biggest running wins yet.Key TakeawaysFitness fades much slower than you think. Your core endurance stays with you for a long time, even when you take a break.You can keep most of your fitness with very little work. Just a couple of easy runs a week is enough to maintain your hard-earned base.A break is not a setback, it's a strategic reload. Shifting your mindset to see time off as "loading the slingshot" helps you come back stronger and avoids injury.Timestamps[00:01] What's Really Happening With Runners Mindsets[00:11] What You'll Learn[02:52] How To Do The Slingshot Season In Your Training[05:12] Use This To Run Faster, Farther and Longer with Less Effort[05:50] Why This Is Important For Runners[08:22] Do This To Stop Running PerfectLinks & Learnings

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Some cars have gullwing doors, like the DeLorean in Back to the Future. They look amazing — but why don't more cars have them? As you'll hear, there are several surprising (and practical) reasons why this futuristic design never became mainstream and probably never will. https://www.dacemotorgroup.co.uk/blog/the-history-of-gullwing-doors-and-why-they-were-so-rare If you've ever felt truly hopeless, you already understand the extraordinary power of hope — because when it's gone, everything changes. Hope gives us direction, energy, and purpose. It's what gets us up in the morning and helps us persevere through uncertainty. Psychologist and researcher Dr. Julia Garcia, author of The 5 Habits of Hope: Stories and Strategies to Help You Find Your Way (https://amzn.to/4hKtWNd), joins me to explore how hope works in the brain, how to build more of it in your life, and why it's one of the most powerful forces in human psychology. You have a sixth sense — and it's not psychic. It's called interoception, your ability to sense what's happening inside your body. Hunger, thirst, fatigue, and even intuition are all part of this hidden system that connects body and mind. Science journalist Caroline Williams, author of Inner Sense: How the New Science of Interoception Can Revolutionize Your Health (https://amzn.to/4oN8Boo), reveals what researchers are discovering about this remarkable sense — and how tuning into it can improve your health, focus, and emotional well-being. And finally, if you've ever had a fruit fly land in your glass of wine, you know how fast they can find you — and ruin a drink. But how do they track it down so quickly, and why does even one tiny fly spoil the whole glass? The answer is both fascinating and a little gross. https://www.livescience.com/7256-fruit-flies-find-wine.html?utm PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! INDEED: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to get your jobs more visibility at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now! QUINCE: Give and get timeless holiday staples that last this season with Quince.  Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365 day returns! DELL: It's time for Black Friday at Dell Technologies. Save big on PCs like the Dell 16 Plus featuring Intel® Core™ Ultra processors. Shop now at: ⁠⁠⁠ https://Dell.com/deals ⁠⁠⁠ NOTION: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Notion brings all your notes, docs, and projects into one connected space that just works . It's seamless, flexible, powerful, and actually fun to use! Try Notion, now with Notion Agent, at: ⁠⁠⁠https://notion.com/something⁠⁠⁠ PLANET VISIONARIES: In partnership with Rolex's Perpetual Planet Initiative, this… is Planet Visionaries. Listen or watch on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why might ‘bring your whole self to work' be terrible professional advice, and what should we be thinking about instead? Why does authenticity come into play more now than in previous generations? Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic is a professor of business psychology at University College London and Columbia. He is also the author of several books, including Don't Be Yourself: Why Authenticity Is Overrated (and What to Do Instead), Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders?: (And How to Fix It), and The Talent Delusion: Why Data, Not Intuition, Is the Key to Unlocking Human Potential, I, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us Unique.Greg and Tomas discuss the overemphasis of authenticity in professional and personal settings, the nuanced insights from sociologist Erving Goffman on impression management, and how emotional intelligence often aligns with strategic impression management. Their conversation gets into the impact of AI on human potential and workplace dynamics, as well as the complex interplay between organizational culture and individual behavior, particularly among leaders. *unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*Episode Quotes:Why do people believe authenticity naturally leads to wellbeing and success?03:08: In a world that is obviously not very authentic, pretending that we value authenticity or encouraging people to just be themselves might be quite fitting. I think it's not very authentic advice to tell people, "Oh, just be yourself. Oh, just bring your whole self to work. Oh, don't worry about what people think of you." But then, if somebody is silly or naive enough to follow that advice, the repercussions for them are not very positive.Self-awareness requires paying attention to others13:33: Professional success and personal development and self-awareness can only be achieved if you are receptive to what other people think of you. So, by the way, as I say in the book [DON'T BE YOURSELF], the notion that, I mean, you know, one of the mantras of authenticity or to authenticity advice, which is "ignore what people tell you," ironically,  the advice is trying to tell us how to behave, right? So you cannot ignore what people tell you. And the difference between somebody who has achieved basic emotional maturity and psychological maturity and somebody who still behaves like a child is that the psychologically mature person pays attention to what other people think of themselves, which doesn't mean being a sort of weak, feeble, conformist sheep. It means being a highly functioning member of society, of work, of community, not being trapped in your own narcissistic delusion.How do you achieve self-awareness?12:20: Self-awareness is actually achieved by internalizing the feedback from others from a very, very early age. We learn about ourselves from internalizing or incorporating the feedback we get from others. So your teachers, your aunt, your uncle, your parents, your older siblings, your friends will tell you, you are good at this, you are bad at that, you are funny. And then you understand that you are funny, right? It's obviously problematic if they're lying to you and then you realize, Ooh, outside my family, nobody laughs with my jokes, right? But there's no answer to who we really are. But the best way to understand who we are in the eyes of others is to not be self-centered and to actually be open to feedback. And that's something that people with high emotional intelligence do very well. Show Links:Recommended Resources:Erving GoffmanCore Self-EvaluationsEmotional LaborEmotional IntelligenceSelf-MonitoringElon MuskDavid Bowie360-degree feedbackCharles Horton CooleyDale CarnegieHenry FordJeffrey PfefferPope FrancisRobert HoganMachiavellianismMax PlanckAmos TverskyDaniel KahnemanJohn Maynard KeynesGuest Profile:Faculty Profile at University College LondonWebsite | DrTomas.comLinkedIn ProfileWikipedia PageSocial Profile on XGuest Work:Amazon Author PageDon't Be Yourself: Why Authenticity Is Overrated (and What to Do Instead)Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders?: (And How to Fix It)The Talent Delusion: Why Data, Not Intuition, Is the Key to Unlocking Human PotentialI, Human: AI, Automation, and the Quest to Reclaim What Makes Us UniqueConfidence: How Much You Really Need and How to Get ItPersonality and Individual Differences, 3rd EditionThe Future of Recruitment: Using the New Science of Talent Analytics to Get Your Hiring Right (The Future of Work)Personality and Intellectual CompetenceThe Psychology of Personnel SelectionPersonality and Individual DifferencesConfidence: Overcoming Low Self-Esteem, Insecurity, and Self-Doubt Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr Kevin J. Tracey reveals the extraordinary impact the vagus nerve, which connects every organ in the body to the brain, has on our health. Kevin has been a pioneer in the use of bioelectronic devices to stimulate this nerve  to treat a range of auto-immune illnesses and he is the author of a new book The Great Nerve, The New Science of the Vagus Nerve and How to Harness its healing reflexes, published by Penguin Life. Patient trials have shown that remarkably, we can electrically stimulate the vagus nerve to ameliorate the symptoms of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis. While Kevin is clear the treatment won't work for everyone, for some patients the results have been truly remarkable enabling them to  walk unaided again for first time in decades and get back a quality of life they thought was gone for ever. And for all of us, it now appears that lifestyle interventions such as cold showers, meditation and how we breathe, may offer critically important strategies to effectively regulating our vagus nerve and so maximises its  impact on our health. You can find out more about this podcast on its website and if you would like to support it you can do so via Patreon at or via PayPal. The host of the podcast, Liz Tucker is an award winning medical journalist and former BBC producer and director.  You can follow Liz on X and read further information about the podcast on her Substack newsletter. Medical Evidence Matters with Liz Tucker has been selected by Feedspot as one of the top 15 UK Medical Podcasts https://blog.feedspot.com/uk_medical_podcasts/

“It's not about kind of handing away our decision-making rights,” says Dr. Reece Akhtar. “It's about using AI as a tool–emphasis on a tool–to help us become smarter humans, not the other way around.”Dr. Akhtar is the CEO of Deeper Signals, an end-to-end Soft Skills Intelligence platform designed to help organizations make smarter and fairer talent decisions. He is a contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes and co-author of the book, The Future of Recruitment: Using the New Science of Talent Analytics to Get Your Hiring Right.In today's episode, Reece joins Daniel and Peter for a look at the current landscape of AI-powered talent management and a discussion about the best balance and approach for integrating AI into an overall talent strategy.Tune in to learn:The three things to get right about using AI in the hiring processWhy good interviews are still vital to the hiring processThe one thing to remember when introducing AI into the hiring processListeners who want to dip into the AI for HR waters can try the Deeper Signals assessment tool here.Questions, comments, or topic ideas? Drop us an e-mail at podcast@stewartleadership.com.In this episode:1:07 – Introduction: Dr. Reece Akhtar1:49 – The State of AI in Hiring7:34 – Early Adoption to the Next Level13:53 – Improving the Applicant Experience23:02 – The Elements of Successful AI Adoption27:18 – AI and the Interview Process34:00 – Lightning RoundResources:Dr. Reece Akhtar LinkedInDeeper SignalsDeeper Signals Candidate Assessment ToolThe Future of Recruitment: Using the New Science of Talent Analytics to Get Your Hiring Right, AmazonStewart Leadership Insights and Resources:3 Human Needs to Retain Every EmployeeDeveloping Employee Personas: A Practical How-To GuideThe 7 Elements of Employee Experience6 Trends in Leadership and HR for 202510 Ways Our New AI Coach Can Grow Your Career10 Cool Things Leaders Can Do With An AI CoachIf you liked this episode, please share it with a friend or colleague, or, better yet, leave a review to help other listeners find our show, and remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode. For more great content or to learn about how Stewart Leadership can help you grow your ability to lead effectively, please visit stewartleadership.com and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

In this power-packed episode of The Super Human Life, Coach Frank sits down with Chris Duffin — legendary strength athlete, mechanical engineer, entrepreneur, and one of the most respected voices in human performance and biological optimization.   Chris shares his unbelievable story of survival, resilience, and reinvention, and reveals a framework that's helping high-performing men rebuild purpose, identity, and physical vitality — especially after career success turns into stagnation, burnout, or loss of drive.   Whether you're a business leader, former athlete, father, or high performer who knows you're capable of more, this episode will challenge you and equip you to break through the plateau and reclaim the edge.   About Chris Duffin Chris "The Mad Scientist" Duffin is a world-record-setting powerlifter, bestselling author, biomechanical genius, and the founder of Kabuki Strength and multiple human-performance companies. He has worked with: Every major league baseball team 90% of the NBA 80% of the NFL Elite military operators Hollywood action performers High-net-worth executives + former steroid-enhanced athletes After surviving a traumatic upbringing and rising to become a top executive, world-class strength athlete, and multimillion-dollar founder, Chris devoted his life to helping people build resilience and optimize human biology for peak performance and longevity. He now coaches individuals and professionals through biomechanics, peptides, mitochondrial repair, hormone optimization, and cellular-level resilience.   Key Takeaways ✔ Comfort is the new danger. Men don't just break down at rock bottom — many collapse at rock top after success leads to stagnation and meaninglessness.   ✔ Growth requires resistance. Just like muscles atrophy in a cast, the mind and soul weaken without intentional challenge.   ✔ The Six P's of Growth: Precipice → Plunge → Pit → Pole → Peak → Plateau You must choose the plunge before life forces you into it.   ✔ Fear isn't the enemy. True strength is remaining self-aware inside stress — neither paralyzed by fear nor reckless without it.   ✔ Mindset alone is not enough. If your biology is compromised — hormones, mitochondria, inflammation — you're fighting your own physiology every day.   ✔ Modern men can reclaim energy and clarity. Peptides, hormone alignment, mitochondrial support, and circadian rhythm optimization can reverse brain fog, low drive, recovery issues, and emotional instability.   ✔ The Superhuman life = value-aligned living. Not achievement — but building a life where your actions express who you were created to be.   Peptides & Optimization Mentioned Chris shares a high-level overview of cutting-edge regenerative and performance-boosting tools, including:   CJC-1295 + Ipamorelin (GH optimization) TRT micro-dosing aligned with circadian rhythm BPC-157, TB-500, KPV (gut & tissue repair) Alcar, ketones, urolithin A (metabolic support) SLUPP 3-3-2, MOTS-C, SS-31 (mitochondrial restoration) (Not medical advice — consult a qualified professional before applying.)   --- Connect with Frank and The Super Human Life on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/584284948647477/   Website: http://www.thesuperhumanlifepodcast.com/tshlhome   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjB4UrpxtNO2AFtDURMzoKQ  

On this episode of The Jon Gordon Podcast, I sit down with Bernard Banks—director of the Doerr Institute for New Leaders at Rice University and co-author of The New Science of Momentum—for a powerful conversation about leadership that endures. Bernard draws on his experiences teaching at West Point, leading at Northwestern's Kellogg School, and developing future leaders at Rice to share what makes great leadership: character, competence, intentionality, and accountability. We discuss the importance of trust, positive influence, and the ability to balance results with empathy to achieve sustainable success. Bernard also offers key insights from his new book about how leaders turn moments into momentum, breaking down practical strategies backed by research and lived experience. Whether you're leading a team or just starting out, this episode is a reminder that leadership is about influence and impact, not just authority. Tune in for actionable inspiration to grow as a leader and make a lasting difference.   About Bernard, Dr. Bernard (Bernie) Banks is a renowned expert in leadership and organizational change, with global experience leading and developing teams across diverse sectors. He currently serves as Director of Rice University's Doerr Institute for New Leaders and Professor in the Practice of Leadership at the Jones Graduate School of Business. A retired U.S. Army Brigadier General, Dr. Banks led West Point's Department of Behavioral Sciences & Leadership before transitioning to academia, where he also served on the senior leadership team at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. He holds degrees from West Point, Northwestern, Columbia, Harvard, and a Ph.D. in social-organizational psychology from Columbia. His work has appeared in Harvard Business Review, Military Psychology, and The New York Times, and his latest book, The New Science of Momentum (HarperCollins, 2025), explores how great leaders and coaches build lasting impact.   Here's a few additional resources for you… Follow me on Instagram: @JonGordon11 Order my new book 'The 7 Commitments of a Great Team' today! Every week, I send out a free Positive Tip newsletter via email. It's advice for your life, work and team. You can sign up now here and catch up on past newsletters. Ready to lead with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose? The Certified Positive Leader Program is for anyone who wants to grow as a leader from the inside out. It's a self-paced experience built around my most impactful leadership principles with tools you can apply right away to improve your mindset, relationships, and results. You'll discover what it really means to lead with positivity… and how to do it every day. Learn more here! Join me for my Day of Development! You'll learn proven strategies to develop confidence, improve your leadership and build a connected and committed team. You'll leave with an action plan to supercharge your growth and results. It's time to Create your Positive Advantage. Get details and sign up here. Do you feel called to do more? Would you like to impact more people as a leader, writer, speaker, coach and trainer? Get Jon Gordon Certified if you want to be mentored by me and my team to teach my proven frameworks principles, and programs for businesses, sports, education, healthcare!

Your dyslexic child can finally decode words, but are they still struggling to understand what they read? Have you taught the phonics, but you're now wondering where is the comprehension? For decades, reading instruction focused almost exclusively on decoding, but the latest research is forcing a massive shift. In this episode, we dive into the Simple View of Reading and explain why decoding is only half the equation. Today, you'll discover the true foundation of comprehension: knowledge! The good news is that many dyslexic students possess strong reasoning and listening abilities, meaning they are perfectly positioned to build this crucial background knowledge when we provide them with the right access. Understanding this research empowers you to ask better questions and ensure your child's learning plan is truly comprehensive. By focusing on both systematic decoding and rich content exposure, we can help them bridge the gap and become the knowledgeable, confident readers they are meant to be.Would you like to understand reports, ask the right questions, and get schools to take you seriously? Together Through Dyslexia 6-month program provides expert mentorship for parents of dyslexics and struggling readers, and you can claim your spot now at https://www.literacyuntangled.com/together-through-dyslexia! My mini-course, From Lost to Empowered: How to Get Your Struggling Reader: The 3-Step Evaluation Request Blueprint for Parents of Struggling Readers, is available now! This 3-step evaluation request blueprint walks you through everything you need to know, from documenting concerns with the right details to writing the evaluation request letter with language that triggers legal timelines, to handling what to do when schools try to push you off, and so much more. You can break through the barriers NOW and get instant access at https://www.literacyuntangled.com/from-lost-to-empowered. Topics Covered: How the massive research shift in reading instruction is here and why we need to stop focusing only on phonics [1:37] Decoding isn't enough and the reasons that comprehension requires more than just sounding out words [2:21] Why building background knowledge is the new foundation for literacy [2:59] A look at how science and social studies topics are now key for struggling readers [3:17] What to understand about prosody and why fluency is not just speed [4:53] How your child needs both systematic phonics and rich content exposure to truly thrive at reading [6:25] The red flags to watch for with reading interventions and what you can do to identify gaps in instruction that are holding your child back from knowledge [6:48] The action plan and immediate steps to take to ensure your dyslexic child accesses grade-level material [8:31] Key Takeaways: Reading comprehension requires knowledge, not just skills and decoding ability is only half the battle. Use listening to build the knowledge base. Fluency is about expression, not just speed: true reading fluency involves prosody. Links & Resources Mentioned: The Simple View of Reading (Formula) When you're ready to work with me, here are 3 ways I can help you: Claim your spot now to Together Through Dyslexia, my 6-month program providing expert mentorship for parents of dyslexics and struggling readers! Subscribe to my Podcast Literacy Untangled Podcast for bimonthly episodes on navigating the dyslexia journey with your kid. Want 1:1 help from an Orton-Gillingham expert? Book a call to see how I help kids who are struggling to learn how to read. Have a question or want a certain topic covered? Send an email to jennie@literacyuntangled.com or a DM on Instagram. I want to support parents with dyslexic children and get this content in the hands of those who need it most. Click the share button and send away! Thank you. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or on your favorite podcast platform. Connect: - Visit my website - Sign up for my newsletter - Follow me on Instagram - Join me on Facebook

In this episode of The Commune Podcast, we revisit and combine two powerful conversations on women's hormonal health — featuring Dr. Amy Killen and Tamsen Fadal. Together, they unpack one of the biggest medical misunderstandings of the modern era: how misinformation about menopause and hormone therapy has left millions of women suffering in silence. Amy and Tamsen explore what really happened after the flawed 2002 Women's Health Initiative study, how fear and stigma shaped an entire generation's view of hormones, and what today's research reveals about safe, effective treatments. From understanding perimenopause to exploring bioidentical hormone therapy, vaginal estradiol, and lifestyle changes that support longevity, this mashup is a vital roadmap for women at every stage of life. This podcast is supported by: Bon Charge  Get 15% off when you order at boncharge.com and use promo code COMMUNE Igniton Visit igniton.com and use code Commune75 for $75 off your order of two bottles or more. LMNT Get a free sample pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/COMMUNE  Mimio Get 25% off with code COMMUNE25 at Mimiohealth.com Stemregen Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD

In a story from ancient Greek philosophy, Hercules faces a choice between two paths: one promising pleasure and ease; the other, hardship and struggle — but also growth and greatness. According to today's guest, this ancient parable is more relevant than ever.Dr. Paul Taylor, a psychophysiologist and the author of the new book The Hardiness Effect, returns to the show to argue that comfort has become our default mode — and it's making us mentally and physically sick. To reclaim health and meaning, we must actively choose the path of arete — a life of effort, engagement, and challenge.Paul first outlines the four traits that define a psychologically hardy person and how we grow by embracing and even relishing discomfort. We then dive into the physiological side of hardiness. We discuss how intentionally seeking stressors can strengthen both body and mind and some of the practices and protocols that lead to optimal health. We end our conversation with what tackling heroic, Herculean labors looks like today.Resources Related to the PodcastPaul's previous appearance on the AoM podcast: Episode #941 — How to Avoid Death by ComfortAoM Podcast #1,087: Why You Need the Good Stress of SocializingAoM Podcast #793: The New Science of Metabolism and Weight Loss with Herman PontzerThe Choice of Hercules AoM podcast on the benefits of sunlight"Don't Die: Eat More Small Fish" by Michael EasterAoM Article: Nature's Prescription — The 20-5-3 Rule for Spending Time OutdoorsNorwegian 4X4 HIIT ProtocolAoM article on Zone 2 CardioOmega-3 testingConnect With Paul TaylorPaul's websiteSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Your body does not just run on food or supplements. It runs on energy and information. This episode reveals how to harness that energy for faster recovery, stronger mitochondria, and better emotional resilience. You will learn how energy fields, frequency, and information medicine are reshaping the science of human performance, longevity, and anti-aging. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Harry Massey, a British entrepreneur, filmmaker, and visionary in the field of bioenergetics. In his 20s, Harry's health collapsed after a series of physical injuries, viral infections, and emotional trauma left him bedridden for seven years with chronic fatigue syndrome. Conventional medicine could not provide answers, so Harry began studying energy and information as the missing foundations of human health. His discovery of the pioneering research of Australian scientist Peter Fraser led to a breakthrough. Using Fraser's early frequency-imprinted remedies, Harry experienced a dramatic recovery and went on to co-found NES Health, now Energy4Life, to bring this new field of bioenergetics to the world. Backed by published studies at UC San Diego showing a 22 percent increase in mitochondrial efficiency and the activation of more than 1,000 genes for cell resilience, Harry's work unites ancient healing wisdom with modern physics, light therapy, and quantum biology. Together, Dave and Harry explore how bioenergetics, light frequencies, and digital information enhance neuroplasticity, metabolism, and sleep optimization more effectively than supplements or nootropics alone. You will discover how trauma drains energy, how to restore it through the body's natural field communication systems, and how wearable tech and AI are transforming functional medicine. You'll Learn: • How bioenergetic wearables increase mitochondrial energy by 22 percent • Why emotional trauma and energy leaks accelerate aging • How structured water and light frequencies store biological information • The connection between quantum biology, neuroplasticity, and healing • How energy fields regulate longevity, metabolism, and brain optimization • Why AI-powered diagnostics and frequency medicine are the next frontier in biohacking Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade brings you the knowledge to take control of your biology, extend your longevity, and optimize every system in your body and mind. Each episode delivers cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, biohacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. New episodes are released every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday (BONUS). Dave asks the questions no one else will and gives you real tools to become stronger, smarter, and more resilient. Keywords: energy healing, bioenergetics, Harry Massey, Dave Asprey, Energy4Life, NES Health, Infoceuticals, GEM wearable, frequency medicine, energy field, quantum biology, mitochondria, neuroplasticity, functional medicine, human performance, longevity, sleep optimization, anti-aging, metabolism, trauma healing, brain optimization, light therapy, structured water, information medicine, UCSD study, Peter Fraser, energy medicine, energy hacking, biohacking, nootropics, supplements, ketosis, fasting, AI, smarter not harder, Danger Coffee **Grab a generous discount from Harry at https://www.e4l.com/Dave. **Thank you to our sponsors! -BiOptimizers | Go to http://bioptimizers.com/dave and use code DAVE15 to get 15% off your order. -AirDoctor | Go to https://airdoctorpro.com/daveasprey and save up to $300 on Air Purifiers. -Timeline | Head to https://www.timeline.com/dave to get 10% off your first order. -Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order. Resources: • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com/discount/dave15• Dave Asprey's BEYOND Conference: https://beyondconference.com • Dave Asprey's New Book – Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated • Upgrade Collective: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: 0:00 – Trailer 1:25 – Seven Years Bedridden 3:50 – Three Traumatic Events at 21 6:43 – Searching for Answers 9:02 – Meeting Peter Fraser in LA 11:10 – Dave's Skepticism About Homeopathy 17:42 – The GEM Wearable Device 20:29 – Mitochondrial Efficiency Research 27:05 – Body as Signaling Networks 30:49 – Challenging the Chemical Model 35:10 – Biohacking and Ancient Practices 36:15 – Future of Bioenergetics 44:40 – Closing Thoughts on Energy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode, we sit down with Dr. Sanjeev Goel to discuss his latest book, Going Nowhere... Getting Somewhere...: (and other thoughts from airplane mode). As a lead physician at Kennedy Medical Centre for over two decades and the founder and CEO of Peak Human, Dr. Sanjeev Goel stands at the forefront of anti-aging and regenerative medicine.  Going Nowhere… Getting Somewhere is a book for people who feel stuck, uncertain, or lost on their path. By blending personal stories, psychology, and practical tools, it shows how to navigate life's challenges by embracing change and finding purpose. Through a mix of science and storytelling, Dr. Goel helps readers understand why we get lost — and how those moments can lead to real growth… This podcast covers: The key lessons behind Going Nowhere… Getting Somewhere. How to reframe uncertainty and find clarity during transition. The science of mindset, purpose, and personal reinvention. How Dr. Goel's work in longevity and precision medicine connects to mental resilience and well-being. If you're curious to learn more about this guide to shifting your mindset, overcoming obstacles, and creating a life that feels meaningful and alive, this conversation is for you. Join us now to hear Dr. Goel's inspiring insights! You can follow along with Dr. Goel and his work by visiting his personal website.  Exclusive Discounts: 1. BPC-157 Peptide • Website: www.peakhumanlabs.com • Discount: 10% off • Code: findinggenius 2. Oral GLP-1 Supplement (Orforglipron 12 mg) • Website: www.peakhumanstore.com • Discount: 10% off • Code: findinggenius

Dr Cam McDonald is back, and we’re diving deep into what really drives behaviour... in kids, classrooms, and us grown-ups too. Cam breaks down how stress, environment, movement, food, and connection shape focus and behaviour. We unpack why punishment doesn’t work, why every kid (and adult) has their own 'best learning environment,' and how the right kind of AI could transform education - not by replacing teachers, but by helping them understand what each student actually needs. We also talk trauma, physiology, and why you literally can’t heal if you’re stressed. This one’s a fascinating mash-up of neuroscience, compassion, and common sense with plenty of light-bulb moments. SPONSORED BY TESTART FAMILY LAWYERS Website: testartfamilylawyers.com.au TIFFANEE COOK Linktree: linktr.ee/rollwiththepunches Website: tiffcook.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's guest proposes that awe is an emotion that's all around us, waiting to be discovered – and in doing so, we can begin to transform our health and lives for the better.  Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I'll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests. Today's clip is from episode 340 of the podcast with professor of psychology and author of the book The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life, Dr Dacher Keltner. Dacher has spent decades studying the science of happiness and in this clip, he shares how experiencing awe can transform our physical and mental wellbeing and why one of the ways we can access this best is through something called ‘collective effervescence'. I truly believe that Dacher's work can help all of us find greater meaning and greater health. He's done a fantastic job of finding the science to support his words, but I think we also know intuitively that what he's saying makes perfect sense. Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠https://www.drinkag1.com/livemore⁠⁠ Show notes and the full podcast are available at https://drchatterjee.com/340 Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore⁠⁠ For other podcast platforms go to ⁠⁠https://fblm.supercast.com. DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

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From childhood curiosity and early passions to her son's life-changing diagnosis, Liz shares the deeply personal journey that turned her into one of the most daring figures in longevity science — even becoming the first human to test her own gene therapy.Together, Len and Liz dive into:The truth about telomeres, stem cells, and the hallmarks of agingHow AAV gene therapy could rewrite the human lifespanThe clash between innovation, regulation, and Big PharmaWhy mental health, music, and creativity are essential to longevityAnd what the future of aging gracefully — or not at all — might look likeBy the end, you'll be questioning what it really means to live a long life… and whether immortality is closer than we think.  EndoDNA: Where Genetic Science Meets Actionable Patient CareEndoDNA bridges the gap between complex genomics and patient wellness. Our patented DNA analysis platforms and AI technology provide genetic insights that support and enhance your clinical expertise.Click here to check out to take control over your Personal Health & Wellness Connect with EndoDNA on SOCIAL: IG | X | YOUTUBE | FBConnect with host, Len May, on IG Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What starts as a conversation about Tylenol and the latest headlines quickly unfolds into something deeper: mom guilt, medical fear, the weight of responsibility, and what it really means to trust yourself. But this isn't a heavy lecture—it's a real, relatable conversation between Dr. Stephanie Hack, MD, MPH, and Dr. Nicole Kumi, PhD, PMH-C, two women, moms, wives, and entrepreneurs sharing the journey we're all navigating. From raising sons to second-guessing ourselves, we're talking about the messy, meaningful parts of womanhood with honesty, curiosity, and a little laughter too.

Pre-Order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK and receive exclusive bonuses: https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/Want ad-free episodes, exclusives and access to community Q&As? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.comIn this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Heidi van den Brink; one of the only scientists in the world studying the ovarian transition from fertility to menopause. Together, they unpack what textbooks and wellness influencers often miss: the biology behind how your ovaries, uterus, metabolism, and nutrition interact across every stage of a woman's life. Dr. Heidi reveals the never-before-seen dynamics of the ovarian cycle, how follicles develop in “waves,” and what really happens during the menopause transition. They discuss how undernutrition, obesity, and metabolic health shape reproductive hormones; why early menarche and delayed ovulation matter for long-term health; and the surprising connection between your gut microbiome, bile acids, and fertility. If you've ever been told to “balance your hormones” with seed cycling, apps, or supplements, this episode separates myths from mechanisms. It's a masterclass in understanding the science of your hormones and how to truly support reproductive health through every decade of life.Chapter Markers0:00 - Can You Get Pregnant While on Your Period? 1:21 - Intro to Dr. Heidi & Ovarian Cycle Research 3:39 - The Uterine Cycle vs. The Ovarian Cycle 6:19 - Follicle Waves: The Hidden Drama in Your Ovaries 10:38 - Novel Discovery: Follicle Waves in the Luteal Phase 12:00 - Why One Follicle is Selected for Ovulation 13:17 - Does Nutrition Affect Ovarian Function? 14:48 - The Variation in Menstrual Cycles (It's Not Always 28 Days) 17:23 - The Impact of Obesity on the Ovarian Cycle 18:11 - The Problem of Luteal Phase Defects & Fertility 24:52 - Ovarian Morphology as a Bio-Marker of Health 26:54 - How Undernutrition Affects Ovarian Health 31:56 - The Metabolic Tipping Point of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) 33:26 - The Myth of the "String of Pearls" Ovary 35:25 - The Menopause Transition & Rogue Follicles 39:04 - Can We Predict Menopause by Scanning Ovaries? 45:59 - Early Menarche (First Period) and Long-Term Disease Risk 48:33 - The Surprising Link Between Puberty Timing and Environment 52:28 - The Role of Leptin in Reproductive Health 55:50 - Debunking the Myth: Can Nutrition Cure PCOS? 59:07 - PCOS Diet Myths (Fruit, Timing, and Supplements) 1:04:40 - Fish Oil for Menstrual Cramps (Dysmenorrhea) 1:08:37 - Breakthrough: Bile Acid, The Gut Microbiome, and Ovulation 1:11:50 - Closing RemarksWho is Heidi Vanden Brink:Dr. Vanden Brink is a reproductive physiologist with over a decade of research in nutrition, metabolism, and female reproductive health. Her work focuses on how diet and metabolic conditions like obesity influence reproductive development during adolescence, with the goal of preventing disorders such as PCOS.Find Heidi Vanden Brink at: Texas A&M University: https://nutrition.tamu.edu/people/vanden-brink-heidi/ Google Scholar:

Episode 09 - David Jay Brown and Juliana Garces: DMT Entities: Visions David and Juliana take us on ride through the world of DMT entities! Why are they so common in the DMT space? Why do so many of us see the same ones? What is their message for humanity? There are so many fascinating intersections to explore on this incredibly mysterious and captivating topic! Tune in to see where it takes you! Also, the intro celebrates the 105th birthday of Timothy Leary!   David Jay Brown is the author of The Illustrated Field Guide to DMT Entities, Dreaming Wide Awake: Lucid Dreaming, Shamanic Healing and Psychedelics, and The New Science of Psychedelics: At the Nexus of Culture, Consciousness, and Spirituality. He is also the coauthor of seven bestselling volumes of interviews with leading-edge thinkers, Mavericks of the Mind, Voices from the Edge, Conversations on the Edge of the Apocalypse, Mavericks of Medicine, Frontiers of Psychedelic Consciousness, Women of Visionary Art, and Psychedelics and the Coming Singularity. Additionally, Brown is the author of two science fiction novels, Brainchild and Virus, and he is the coauthor of the health science book Detox with Oral Chelation. Brown holds a master's degree in psychobiology from New York University, and was responsible for the California-based research in two of British biologist Rupert Sheldrake's books on unexplained phenomena in science: Dogs That Know When Their Owners Are Coming Home and The Sense of Being Stared At. His work has appeared in numerous magazines, including Wired, Discover, and Scientific American, and he was the Senior Editor of the special edition, themed MAPS (Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies) Bulletins. Brown is currently working on an oracle deck for Inner Traditions based on Timothy Leary's 8-Circuit model of consciousness and the DMT Entities with Sara Phinn Huntley and Rachel Turetzky. To find out more about his work see: www.davidjaybrown.com Juliana Garces is a visionary artist and spiritual seeker, whose work reflects her deep commitment to raising the collective consciousness. Her journey with art is a continuous exploration of how visual forms can transcend language and open pathways to the infinite. Grounded in her daily spiritual practices, meditation, yoga, mindfulness, and deep study of mysticism, her work reflects visions and experiences from realms that words cannot fully describe. Juliana sees herself simply as a channel for cosmic creativity, doing her best to step aside and let the visions flow through her. She doesn't view the work as her own, but rather as something greater that she's fortunate to be part of. By tapping into the infinite space within all of us, she hopes to create pieces that serve as gentle reminders for others to reconnect with their own eternal nature. 

What if everything you thought GLP-1s were for—was just the beginning? I sit down with Dr. Rocio Salas-Whalen, a board-certified endocrinologist and obesity medicine specialist with over 15 years of experience prescribing GLP-1s, to explore what these medications are really doing in the body. Whether you're already taking Ozempic or Wegovy, considering starting, or just curious, this conversation will change how you think about metabolism, hormones, and health. Dr. Salas-Whalen explains how GLP-1s go far beyond appetite suppression and weight loss—they can impact fertility, inflammation, autoimmune conditions, and even how your brain responds to addictive cravings and stress. You'll also hear how body composition, not BMI, is the future of metabolic health, and what to ask your doctor before starting GLP-1s.

The New Science of Momentum: How the Best Coaches and Leaders Build a Fire from a Single Spark by Don Yaeger, Bernie Banks, Karen Cyphers https://www.amazon.com/New-Science-Momentum-Coaches-Leaders/dp/1400247136 “This book will help you win in the game of life!” – Dick Vitale, ESPN analyst Learn how to capture—and keep—the awesome power of momentum! Most leaders believe in momentum—a phenomenon that's easy to perceive but difficult to define. Which is why so few have been able to explain how to spark it, sustain it, or steer it to unbridled success. Until now. In this groundbreaking book, bestselling author Don Yaeger and leadership expert Bernie Banks uncover what it takes to turn a single moment into unstoppable momentum. Drawing from eight years of research, over 250 interviews, and thousands of survey responses, they reveal a proven model for building momentum across sports, business, politics, and the military. You'll learn how to: Recognize the early spark of momentum and act on it. Build a culture that sustains momentum over time. Apply a research-backed model used by top leaders. Reignite momentum when it begins to fade. Whether you're leading a team or an entire organization, this book will help you harness momentum in every aspect of an enterprise—from team building to recruitment to communications—and make it last.About the author Don Yaeger is a National Speakers Hall of Fame inductee, 12-time New York Times bestselling author, and host of the top-rated Corporate Competitor Podcast. He is Publisher of Forbes Books, Storyteller in Residence for National Geographic, and a former Associate Editor of Sports Illustrated. Don is known for his work with elite sports and business leaders, coaching organizations on building cultures of Greatness using insights from his study of high-performing teams. Celebrated by thought leaders like John Maxwell and Simon Sinek as a master storyteller, Don has appeared on Oprah, CNN, Fox Business, and Good Morning America. His podcast ranks in the top 5% globally and features guests such as Condoleezza Rice and CEOs from Disney, Delta, and Mayo Clinic. A Ball State Hall of Fame alum, Don lives in Tallahassee with his wife and two children.

What if perimenopause didn't have to mean fatigue, brain fog, and frustration—but could actually be a season of power and renewal? In this episode of the Metabolic Freedom Podcast, host Ben Azadi sits down with bestselling author and hormone expert Dr. Mariza Snyder to unpack the real story behind The Perimenopause Revolution. Together, they break down how women can take control of their hormones, metabolism, and mindset during this pivotal chapter of life. Dr. Mariza shares simple, science-backed strategies for balancing hormones, boosting energy, and feeling like yourself again—through smart nutrition (think protein power!), daily movement, and cycle tracking that actually makes sense. But this conversation goes beyond biology—it's about rediscovering gratitude, joy, and confidence in your body. If you've ever wondered how to thrive—not just survive—through perimenopause, this episode is your roadmap to doing exactly that.

Back pain is one of the most common health issues, but most people are getting the story wrong. In this episode, Dr. Grant Elliott breaks down the latest research on pain, the nervous system, and recovery—explaining why scary MRI results don't always match symptoms, why movement is medicine, and how your beliefs can shape healing. You'll learn practical tools to calm a sensitized nervous system and rethink what real recovery looks like. Timestamps:[1:50] Intro[4:49] Welcome Dr. Grant Elliott[5:20] What are some of the biggest misconceptions that you've found in your practice most people carry with them about pain?[16:53] Can an unregulated nervous system make our pain worse or stuck in pain patterns?[24:42] Are there any specific mechanical movements that you see is one specific thing causing pain? [27:47] What are some examples of movements that are familiar in the gym that are extension based?[29:44] True or false? Movement is the antidote to pain?[34:41] Can you explain the concept of graded exposure?[59:10] What is worth it for pain management overall and how do we know what actually works? [1:03:15] If someone's nervous system is stuck in a hyper state, what is the first step they can do to stop that cycle?Episode Links:The Rehab FixThe Rehab Fix Lower Back ProgramExplain Pain Tame the Beast Sponsors:Go to http://mdlogichealth.com/chocolate and use coupon code COLLAGEN15  for 15% off.Go to https://thisisneeded.com/  and use coupon code WELLFED for 20% off your first order.Go to wellminerals.us/chill and use code WELLFED to get 10% off your order.

From GPT-1 to GPT-5, LLMs have made tremendous progress in modeling human language. But can they go beyond that to make new discoveries and move the needle on scientific progress?We sat down with distinguished Columbia CS professor Vishal Misra to discuss this, plus why chain-of-thought reasoning works so well, what real AGI would look like, and what actually causes hallucinations. Resources:Follow Dr. Misra on X: https://x.com/vishalmisraFollow Martin on X: https://x.com/martin_casado Stay Updated: If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to like, subscribe, and share with your friends!Find a16z on X: https://x.com/a16zFind a16z on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/a16zListen to the a16z Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5bC65RDvs3oxnLyqqvkUYXListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a16z-podcast/id842818711Follow our host: https://x.com/eriktorenbergPlease note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Stay Updated:Find a16z on XFind a16z on LinkedInListen to the a16z Podcast on SpotifyListen to the a16z Podcast on Apple PodcastsFollow our host: https://twitter.com/eriktorenberg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors in any a16z fund. a16z and its affiliates may maintain investments in the companies discussed. For more details please see a16z.com/disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do you open 10 tabs and forget what you were doing? You're not alone. Our brains have been conditioned to crave distraction—thanks to tech, stress, and overstimulation. Focus isn't just about productivity—it's about presence, creativity, and living a life that feels like yours. In this episode, I explain how chronic stress and dopamine addiction are training your brain to self-interrupt, making it harder than ever to stay on task. Drawing on insights from researchers like Dr. Gloria Mark, I break down how habits like doomscrolling and multitasking are literally rewiring our prefrontal cortexes. But it's not all doom and distraction. I share powerful, research-based strategies to rebuild your focus muscle—from daily breathing hacks and body doubling to my personal “rule of three” method and compassionate productivity practices. You'll also hear how I use unstructured rest, deliberate boredom, and digital boundaries to reconnect with what matters most. If you've ever felt like your brain is broken, this episode will help you reconnect with the calm, focused version of you that still exists—just beneath the noise. We get into: Why focus is the hidden key to creating a meaningful, joyful life. How stress hijacks your brain and kills concentration. Science-backed focus hacks that actually work—no guilt, just relief. Daily habits to rewire your brain away from distraction and back to clarity. Why social media mimics slot machines—and how to break free. Check out the previous episodes of The Liz Moody Podcast discussed today: Top Attention Researcher: Our Attention Spans Are Down To 47 Seconds! Here's How To Fix It with Dr. Gloria Mark I've Tried Every Hack To Reduce Stress—These 6 Actually Work To Instantly Feel Better How To Work LESS AND Get MORE Done with Cal Newport Drastically Rethinking Time Management: Routines & Habits To Make You Happier AND More Productive with Kendra Adachi The Secret to Getting in Shape, Sleeping Better, Saving Money, And Being More Confident and Productive (Yes, Really!) with Dr. Katy Milkman  Ready to uplevel every part of your life? Order Liz's book 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Leveling Up Health, Happiness, Relationships & Success now!  Connect with Liz on Instagram @lizmoody or online at www.lizmoody.com. Subscribe to the substack by visiting https://lizmoody.substack.com/welcome. Buy our cute sweatshirts, conversation cards, and more at https://shop.lizmoody.com/. Use our discount codes from our  highly vetted and tested brand partners by visiting https://www.lizmoody.com/codes.  To join The Liz Moody Podcast Club Facebook group, go to www.facebook.com/groups/thelizmoodypodcast. This episode is brought to you completely free thanks to the following podcast sponsors: AG1: visit DrinkAG1.com/LizMoody and get your FREE year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs today. Evlo: head to EvloFitness.com and use code LIZMOODY for 6 weeks for free. The Liz Moody Podcast cover art by Zack. The Liz Moody Podcast music by Alex Ruimy. Formerly the Healthier Together Podcast.  This podcast and website represents the opinions of Liz Moody and her guests to the show. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for information purposes only, and because each person is so unique, please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions. The Liz Moody Podcast Episode 368. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices