The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Today’s guest is a celebrity chef and Reiki master Serena Poon. Her clients have included Sean "P. Diddy" Combs, Hue Hefner, and many others. A leading chef to the Hollywood elite, Serena sets herself apart in a saturated industry with her genuine passion for curating intentional healing and wellness programs designed for optimal and sustainable health. She does this through Integrating energetic techniques and education on food nutrition, how food affects our bodies on a physiological as well as emotional level. Serena’s devotion to focusing on the importance of whole body, mind, and soul wellness is inspired by the profound effect cancer had on her family, with both her mother and father diagnosed within two years of each other. We get into all of this on today’s episode as well as the negative side effects of caregiving. Taking care of her parents while they were ill nearly cost her her life as she developed MRSA which required multiple surgeries, one of which was nearly fatal. She shares how she bounced back as well as what she wished she would have done differently during that time. We discuss the importance of things like having a mentor, gratitude, and trusting your intuition. Of course, we also talk about her business as well as why you shouldn’t wait until it’s too late to practice self-care. Topics discussed: How did Serena pivot from being at the very low point in her health to becoming who she is today? How exactly did Serena built herself out of the hole she was in coming from her near death experience What Serena would have done differently for her own health to make sure that she was in the proper frame of mind physically, mentally, and emotionally to handle the situation she experienced Things Serena wishes she would have done in the past to make herself more stable Serena’s opinion on why most people don’t listen to their body/gut feeling Serena’s tips that people could do after starting at square one to heal themselves from the inside out What Serena’s business is like today in the healing aspect of it Some of Serena’s best practices that she does for herself, and that she talks to her clients about Why gratitude and meditation are important to help people focus on the positive side of things Takeaways: “Any sacrifice I could make, whether it's my health or whatever it is that I needed, I will do that to make sure they [my family] are okay.” - Serena Poon “We're all caretakers in a way, whether it's a person, or a pet, or your business — ‘cause maybe your business is your baby.” - Serena Poon You need to have your person (a coach, a mentor, your best friend, or someone who's a little bit older than you) You have to make sure that you have some sort of support network or help. “Our bodies are temples. They serve us without us really honoring it all the time for what it is.” - Serena Poon It’s important to try and eat a rainbow of foods throughout the course of your day. There's always that flip side — where there's dark, there's light. Connect with Serena: Website: https://www.serenaloves.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefserenapoon Twitter: https://twitter.com/chefserenapoon Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order My Go To Electrolyte Drink Drink LMNT replaces essential electrolytes with no sugar, no coloring, no artificial ingredients, or any other junk. As a member of our community, you can a free LMNT Sample Pack to try all of their flavors through this link: DrinkLMNT.com/DougBopst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The real reasons you are always tired and what to do about it!!! It’s no secret that so many people are constantly feeling tired, overwhelmed, stressed, and burned out. I would also say that along those lines people are constantly looking for answers as to why they are feeling a certain way and cannot seem to get a grip on what to do. The typical culprits that come to mind for lack of energy can be things such as adrenal fatigue, thyroid function, being overwhelmed and your age. Feeling consistently drained and tired can lead to things such as depression, anxiety, weight gain, poor immune function, stress and even addiction. What if I told you that what you have been told all along is wrong about why we are feeling chronically tired, burned out and fatigued? What if I also told you that today’s episode will help provide you with some of the answers that you have been looking for and also give you a path forward to master your energy so that you don’t feel so exhausted all of the time. My guest today is Dr. Steven Gundry MD is one of the world’s top cardiothoracic surgeons and a pioneer in nutrition, as well as medical director at The International Heart and Lung Institute Center for Restorative Medicine. He has spent the last two decades studying the microbiome and now helps patients use diet and nutrition as a key form of treatment. He is author of many New York times best selling books including The Plant Paradox, and his new book The Energy Paradox: What to Do When Your Get-Up-and-Go Has Got Up and Gone is set to be released tomorrow and is an incredible read and I think you all will enjoy it as well. We certainly take a deep dive into his latest book and the story behind why he wrote it, which I believe is something many will relate to. Dr Gundry and I also cover what is at the root cause is of things like fatigue and burn out. He shares the role that inflammation plays into all of this and how it’s related to gut health. He talks about the warning signs that is something off with your health and things you can do to boost your immunity and so much more! Topics discussed: What inspired Dr. Gundry to start writing his new book The root cause of why most people feel burned out and what to do about it. Dr. Gundry talks about gut health and inflammation and the role it plays in energy production What does adrenal fatigue actually means Mitochondria explained Things that people can do to boost their immunity to help their gut microbiome and to help them gain more energy over the long term. Importance of Vitamin D3 and sunlight exposure Why Dr. Gundry believes in “exercise snacks” Fasting, and how people can start to implement it into their daily lives today The importance of postbiotics explained Takeaways: Chronic inflammation is coming from a leaky gut and a microbiome. Fatigue or tiredness, or change in mood is actually one of the most important warning signs our body gives us that something's amiss. All disease begins in the gut. When we fix people's leaky gut and stop the inflammation, just the adrenal fatigue goes away. Mitochondria are these little organelles that are in most of our cells that are the energy producing organelles. When you move your muscles, your muscles make these really cool hormones that are called Myo-kinds, and these actually tell your brain to build brain cells. Postbiotics turbocharge mitochondria. 80%+ of diets fail, and it is not a sustainable program. Connect with Dr. Steven Gundry Website: https://drgundry.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtxo0nTZjzlKJq5-vJq6s6g Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstevengundry/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GundryMD/ Get his new book The Energy Paradox here: https://www.amazon.com/Energy-Paradox-Being-Tired-Finally/dp/0063005735/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order My Go To Electrolyte Drink Drink LMNT replaces essential electrolytes with no sugar, no coloring, no artificial ingredients, or any other junk. As a member of our community, you can a free LMNT Sample Pack to try all of their flavors through this link: DrinkLMNT.com/DougBopst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode on the show reflects deep insights on subjects such as perseverance, perspective, and Pinterest!!! Rachel Ngom initially caught my attention with her entrepreneurship journey of going from living on food stamps and having negative $400 in her checking account to building a business that was making multiple six figures as well as how she has mastered using the highly popular social media app, Pinterest. Which, as you will learn, can benefit anyone. Before we recorded, I also learned that she recently moved to Senegal, a country in West Africa, which is ironically the same place where she met her husband. So, I thought it was only fitting given the times we are in to unpack some of her insights on the move, lifestyle there and also have us take a closer look at what we should be thankful for. Today Rachel is the host of the She’s Making an Impact Podcast. She is a business and lead-generation expert, helping purpose-driven entrepreneurs drive more traffic, leads, and sales through Pinterest, blogging, and strategic use of automation. We certainly uncover her story that I mentioned previously and exactly how she was able to overcome the struggles that came with that. We also discuss how to compress time in order to achieve massive success, creating a new normal in your life to break free from old habits and why you need to take risks in order to get what you want in life. She shares some business tips, we talk about all things Pinterest, but my favorite part of our conversation was the perspective shift that she experienced from her move to West Africa that she shares. I think y’all will leave this convo feeling more grateful and blessed. Topics discussed: Why she moved to West Africa and the perspective and gratitude gained from doing so. What it's like living in Senegal Her comeback story of going from living on food stamps to making multiple six figures in her business How she has overcome the multiple adversities in her journey All things Pinterest and how anyone can benefit from using it Importance of taking a massive risk in order to achieve success Connect with Rachel: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shesmakinganimpact/ Website: https://www.rachelngom.com/ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/rachelngom/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shes-making-impact-online-marketing-pinterest-marketing/id1358520278 Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Athletic Greens: www.athleticgreens.com/doug to get your free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Embrace Your Fears, Live in the Present and Avoid the Happiness Trap!!! There are a few questions that often replay in our heads: 1. What is my purpose? 2. If I achieve massive success will I finally become happy? 3. How can I learn to finally face my fears? While these answers aren’t immediately clear, I think logically, we have a sense of what the truth is. Today we take a deep dive into these topics and there aren’t many people that I think better understand this than Kyle Cease. Kyle is a New York Times best-selling author and a widely popular comedian turned transformation coach. As a comedian, Kyle had two #1 Comedy Central specials and was voted as #1 ranking on Comedy Central’s Stand-up Showdown. After leaving his job as an award-winning comedian, Kyle dedicated his life to helping others and created "Evolving Out Loud", which is a growing community with over 400 thousand members worldwide. Kyle has personally coached over fifteen thousand people and his YouTube videos have been watched over 60 million times. It was a very thought-provoking conversation where we get into things such as why he decided to leave the entertainment industry after having so much success and the process in doing so. We also discuss the common but not so obvious happiness trap and how to avoid it and be genuinely satisfied. He shares how to authentically embrace feelings of fear, nervousness, and uncertainty and how to use them to your advantage. We also chat about staying present and living in the moment while also going after what you want in life and of course we chat about purpose too! Topics discussed: What was going through Kyle’s mind when he made the decision of walking away from the entertainment industry Kyle talks about fear Kyle’s advice on how to be genuinely happy and contented Kyle’s tips to help people embrace their nervousness in a way they can use it to their advantage The importance of owning your past Kyle talks about “purpose” and what it really means How does Kyle coach people to have some sense of goals while maintaining themselves in the present? The advantages of having open-ended goals The importance of asking yourself open-ended questions Kyle’s tips for embracing fear and uncertainty Takeaways: When you let go of something, your mind can only measure what you will lose. It can't see what you will gain. The things that we've kept in our lives, were helping us mask something that has been trying to come up and out. If you talk from memory, everyone goes in their head. If you talk from the heart, everyone listens from their heart. Soul first, and then find the things and people that align with that. Let the people that don't align with it leave, it's fine. Going into the past and future is a denial of what you are. It's such an insult to God, to say it's up to you to find your purpose, you go quickly. It's implying that you're not on purpose, and that the universe didn't know what it was doing when it created you. “What I believe 2020 and 2021 are really about on a spiritual level, is it's doing everything it can to truly purge the past, from the earth, like it's trying to take your past from you.” - Kyle Cease Connect with Kyle: Website: https://kylecease.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleCeasePage/?ref=br_rs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evolvingoutloud/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/kylecease Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order My Go To Electrolyte Drink Drink LMNT replaces essential electrolytes with no sugar, no coloring, no artificial ingredients, or any other junk. As a member of our community, you can a free LMNT Sample Pack to try all of their flavors through this link: DrinkLMNT.com/DougBopst Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

5 Secret Steps to Clean Up Your Mental Mess!!! Dr. Caroline Leaf is a communication pathologist, a cognitive neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. She is also a best-selling author of many books and a podcast host. During her years in clinical practice and her work with thousands of underprivileged teachers and students in her home country of South Africa and in the USA, she developed her theory of how we think, build memory and learn, creating practical guides and tools that have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), learning disabilities (ADD, ADHD), autism, dementias, and mental ill-health issues like anxiety and depression. She has helped hundreds of thousands of students and adults learn how to use their mind to detox and grow their brain, helping them succeed in every area of their lives, including school, university and the workplace. Today we discuss her work and how toxic thoughts actually can affect your brain and how to stop them. She shares the difference between the subconscious, conscious and non-conscious parts of the mind. We talk about why it takes 63 days to form new habits and how to improve your mood if you are feeling off. Dr. Leaf also shares the 5 secret steps that are scientifically proven to clean up your mental mess so that you can live with less stress, anxiety, and toxic thoughts. Topics discussed: What inspired Dr. Leaf to combine the therapeutic and neurological approach, to be able to help so many people? Where toxic thoughts can lead people and what effects they can really have on people’s brains The three parts of the mind (non-conscious, conscious, subconscious) What can people do when they’re having toxic thoughts, feeling depressed, or feeling anxious Dr. Leaf’s secret 5-step process to clean up your mental mess The “63 days” explained How would people go through the 5 steps to be able to begin to rewire their brain in a way that they could create new neural pathways and change the way they talk to themselves? The importance of awareness Dr. Leaf’s advice for people who are going through something, and wanting to change their state and get into a better mood Takeaways: “I have chosen to look at not just the brain but at the mind.” - Dr. Leaf Basically, the mind is how you think and feel and choose. Your brain is not you, your brain is a respondent. You control your brain, your brain doesn't control you. If you have depression or anxiety, it's not that you have a psychiatric brain disease. Awareness brings physical, structural malleability, and mind malleability. The conscious mind work of the five steps needs to be done daily, over 63 days. It takes at least 63 days for the neuroplasticity to become sustainable, that you actually have a thought you can work from. You don't ever stop thinking. Your mind never stops. You're always thinking, feeling, and choosing. When you breathe out longer than you breathe in, that increases your decision-making capability. You can't control the events and circumstances of life, but you can control your responses and your reactions. Connect with Dr. Leaf: Website: https://drleaf.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drcarolineleaf/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drleaf Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrCarolineLeaf Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess Book: https://www.amazon.com/Cleaning-Your-Mental-Mess-Scientifically/dp/0801093457 Connect with Doug: Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Recreate Yourself in the Face of Adversity!!! Today on the show we are talking about how to recreate yourself in the face of adversity and I can’t think of many people that have more experience in this than Abel James. Abel is a New York Times Best Selling author,a musician and the host of The Fat Burning Man Show, a podcast with over 50 million downloads. Abel was a touring musician early on in his life until suddenly the momentum stopped and he was faced with one of the toughest decisions of his life. He had two choices: continue grinding as a touring musician struggling to pay his bills or change careers to make a sustainable living. He chose the latter and dove deep into the world of health and wellness. The process certainly wasn’t easy, but he used his work ethic from his music career to build something meaningful. He was a celebrity coach on a ABC primetime weight loss show and has been voted as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness by Greatist for several consecutive years. When his debut cooking app, Caveman Feast, beat out The Food Network and Martha Stewart with more than 1,000 5-star reviews in 48 hours, Abel became the first independent publisher to hold Apple's #1 Food App and #1 Health Podcast at the same time. Today we chat about his story as well as how he keeps himself out of the comparison trap and the power of solitude and disconnecting from technology. We also discuss his best practices for staying grounded and recreating yourself when change is needed. Lastly, he shares the heartbreaking story of how he and his wife nearly died last summer from carbon monoxide poisoning. Topics discussed: How Abel got really passionate about music When did he realize that doing music full-time wasn't serving him anymore, and he needed to make a massive change to be able to generate some income and continue to help so many people What happened to Abel during the moments when he was physically and mentally unhealthy How does Abel continue to reinvent himself through the years How does he keep himself out of the comparison trap Other things Abel does on a daily basis to keep himself grounded Abel’s thoughts about playing to the algorithm of social media and other platforms Abel James’ story about the incident happened in July last year that caused him to nearly die. Abel James’ advice for people who are trying to recreate themselves, their health, their relationship with their inner selves, and trying to recreate some meaning in their lives Takeaways: Playing to the algorithm is different than creating what you want to create. “I think now more than ever is a time to focus on meaning and purpose, and so early in the day, not that everyone can do this right away, you have to prioritize it and find a way to set this up in your own life and set up your own practices to kind of make it automatic.” - Abel James You have to put your notebook out and get used to writing it. Even if you don't remember your dreams, just write something and be like, “You know what, I don't remember my dreams today, but these are the three things I'm grateful for.” If you're looking to learn something, then read it and write it down. Be sure you're not suffering over your own suffering. Be explicit and write down who you want to be, or what you want your life to be. The more often you do that, the more you start training your brain to build those things. Connect with Abel James: Website: https://abeljames.com/ & https://fatburningman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatburningman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbelJames Twitter: https://twitter.com/fatburnman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/fatburningman. Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/gift More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Optimize Your Brain Health to Improve Your Well-being!!! Today’s guest on the show is Dr. Daniel Amen. He is a physician, double board-certified psychiatrist, twelve-time New York Times bestselling author, and founder and CEO of Amen Clinics, with 9 locations across the United States. Amen Clinics has the world’s largest database of brain scans related to behavior, totaling more than 170,000 scans on patients from 150 countries. Dr. Amen’s research team has published more than 80 scientific articles and Discover Magazine named his research as one of the Top Stories in Science for 2015. Dr. Amen has also written, produced, and hosted 15 national public television shows about the brain that have aired over 125,000 times across North America. He is widely regarded as a gifted teacher. Addiction, suicide and other mental health issues-are on the rise thanks to the pandemic and I wanted to get Dr. Amen on the show to talk about what the path forward is, if there is one. He said that early in the pandemic anxiety medication prescriptions were up 34% and fears they are much higher now. He talks about why need to start by reducing the stigma and addressing mental illness as a brain issue and not a mental health issue. We also discuss what actually works to calm the brain when it’s in a heightened state of anxiety and how to overcome negative thoughts for good. One of the most fascinating things we discussed is his new revolutionary 12 step program that addresses the physical health of the brain which is part of his newest book Your Brain is Always Listening: Tame the Hidden Dragons that control your happiness, habits and hangups that is available for pre sale now and officially on sale on Tuesday March 2nd. Topics discussed: Difference between mental illness and brain health issues What are the few things that people tend to do to kind of get them on a path that leads them to having an optimal brain health? Does vaping and smoking cigarettes give people’s brains the same response as what drugs do, based on Dr. Amen’s research? The inspiration behind Dr. Amen’s new book The reason why he used “dragons” as a representation in his latest book Side effects of the anxiety medication How changing habits can affect brain health The best practices that Dr. Amen talked about in the book that can help people stop the automatic negative thoughts The effects of social media in people’s brain The importance of addressing the physical brain to improve brain health Dr. Amen’s 12 step program Things that actually work to calm the brain when it's in a heightened state Takeaways: “I have always hated the term mental illness. I would never want to be diagnosed with a mental illness. It shames people, it stigmatizes people, and it's wrong.” - Dr. Daniel Amen The most psychiatric issues are not mental health issues at all. They’re brain health issues. The real reason not to use drugs is they damage your brain. If they damage your brain, they damage everything in your life. Discipline doesn't mean to beat your mind. It just means to teach your mind, and to train your mind. If you don't admit you have a problem. You can't do anything to solve it. But you are not the problem. Once you learn how to be healthy, you have to share it, because it is in the act of giving you create your own support group, making it more likely you're gonna stay on the program forever. Life is complicated. That's why God gave us a big brain so that we can manage it. You are not your mind. Connect with Dr. Daniel Amen: Book: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Brain-Always-Listening-Happiness/dp/1496438205 Website: https://danielamenmd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doc_amen/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drdanielamen Get his new book here: www.yourbrainisalwayslistening.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Secret to Creating Healthy Habits That Last!!! Your habits can either make or break you. We often wonder, how we end up in destructive patterns or at a stalemate in life. We all make a conscious effort to create new habits that are healthier and better for us. We often see this at the beginning of the year with New Year's resolutions. Starting a habit is easy. Sticking with it is where the challenge arises. Today’s guest is the “ultimate guru” in habit formation. At the end of this episode, you will know how to create healthy habits that last and break those that don’t serve you. My guest today is BJ Fogg. BJ is a behavior scientist at Stanford University where he directs research and innovation at the Behavior Design Lab that he is the founder of. In addition to his research, Fogg teaches industry innovators how human behavior really works. and is the author of the New York Times best-selling book, “Tiny Habits: The Small Changes That Change Everything.” BJ has personally coached over 40,000 people in creating habits using his online platform and email. In this episode, you are going to learn how important taking small steps are when it comes to habit formation. We also discuss the difference between a habit and behavior, the exact steps needed to create behaviors and habits that last, how to make behavior change easy, the importance of celebrating small wins, and habits we can create to sleep better and reduce screen time and so much more! Topics discussed: What's the difference between a habit and behavior? Good habits and bad habits get started in the same way Why motivation alone won't help you build a habit How can you construct habits? What can you do in order to sleep better? The “after” approach The needed actions to take golden behaviors Why it is so important to celebrate small wins Ways that people can make behaviors easy Importance of being grateful Untangling a habit that's not serving us BJ’s tips to get rid of your phone in the bedroom and reduce “screen time” Importance of having policies to redesign your environment. Takeaways: Habit is a type of behavior. If you draw a big circle, it's like, that's human behavior. Within that circle, you can draw a smaller circle and say, that is a habit. It's emotions that make the habit become solidified in our brains and in our lives. Start where you want to start. If you can make it so tiny that it doesn't require any motivation or really any time, then you really can be very consistent. The association of the positive emotion with the behavior is what turns it into a habit. 18% of people within five days report making a big change when doing tiny habits. That's almost one-fifth of the people within five days. Get set up, make it easy, and then design it into your life. If it works, keep going. And if it doesn't try something else. “Untangle” is a better word than “break”. “Untangle” is a process, and it's a process people are familiar with. Connect with BJ: Website: https://www.bjfogg.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinyhabits Twitter: https://twitter.com/bjfogg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bjfogg/ Join BJ’s 5 day Tiny Habits challenge: tinyhabits.com/join Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ More on Legion Athletics: buylegion.com/doug and use code "Doug" at checkout for 20% off Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Creator of P90x Shares Why He Left Beachbody and His Journey of Reinvention!!!! Today on the podcast I have the pioneer in the online program creation space and the man that helped put the company Beachbody on the map with his revolutionary workout program, P90X. Listen, I have been a trainer now for almost a decade and I have seen many online workout programs come and go and this one has managed to weather the storms. I think you are going to really enjoy hearing more about the journey of Tony Horton. Tony is on the show today and as I hinted he is the wildly popular creator of the best-selling P90X®fitness series. He is also a best selling author and one of the most motivating people you will ever come across. He shares the ins and outs of how he went from training rockstars like Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen to getting started with Beachbody and creating arguably one of the most popular fitness programs of all time. He is going to walk you along that path as well as talk about why he split from Beachbody and was actually “scared to death” afterwards. We discuss how Tony reinvented himself afterwards and what he is up to now. We also talk about a recent massive health scare that Tony experienced and how it impacted his mental health and how he has bounced back since. This episode is going to hit home with many and is going to help inspire and give you the tools needed to have success even when you have failed time and time again. You will also gain a lot of insight on how to truly create a meaningful transformation from one of the most popular fitness coaches of all time. Topics discussed: Tony’s workout routine How did Tony’s workout program start and how they do it when there’s still no social media The inspiration behind P90X Tony Horton and Carl Daikeler and how they met The most fulfilling part for Tony In life after Beachbody, how did the sequels end up doing, and which are the most popular ones Looking back, would Tony wish in some shape or fashion that he would have just stopped after P90x? What was the main reason behind why they parted ways 2 years ago? Did Tony feel like he was at a low point after he called it quits with Beachbody? Does Tony ask himself questions like, “Who am I? Who am I anymore without Beachbody?” Tony’s advice for the people that just can't seem to find success. Tony’s story about the illness he experienced years ago How did Tony’s health scare affect his mental health? Tony’s advice for someone to create a meaningful transformation Takeaways: There’s nothing more fulfilling than hearing the stories of the people that you meet, and knowing that you've had an impact on tens of millions of people's lives. Sometimes, you just gotta look out for yourself and your family, and you gotta get up and go. If you don't like the way people are treating you anymore, then you’ve got to go and win. No hard feelings. “It's been hard, and it's bumpier now than ever, but whatever.” - Tony Horton Figure out your purpose. Your purpose should be “I have to do this because if I don't do this, I'm just surviving like every other bonehead in the world that doesn't know what to do, or refuses to do it.” You just need to have some really cool badass people who inspire you in your life. Take pencil to paper and write them down. And then figure out who, what, where, and when do you need to find solutions for these things that you know you need Successful people are usually people who had it pretty rough for a large section of their life. Connect with Tony Horton: Website: https://mypowerlife.com/ https://www.tonyhortonlife.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonyshorton/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TonySHorton/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Tony_Horton YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClND7cYdU-SCDj-1gFL6lQQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Holocaust Survivor Dr. Edith Eger on Finding Faith, Forgiveness, Hope and Freedom!!! Viktor Frankl states “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.” Unfortunate events, trials and hardships will always come. But what defines us isn’t the situation itself, it’s our response. Control what you can, focus your energy on the positive and have faith that things will get better. While this approach won’t guarantee you success, the alternative certainly will push you further away from it. My guest today is a survivor of one of the most horrific, challenging and dark times the world has ever seen: the Holocaust. As a teenager, she and her family were sent to Auschwitz, one of the most horrendous concentration camps of that time. I can’t even begin to imagine how traumatic, difficult and frightening it was for her. Many of you are wondering if her situation could possibly get any worse. It did. Her parents were killed in the gas chamber the day they arrived. Some of her mother’s last words to her were this: “We don’t know where we’re are going. We don't know what's going to happen. Just remember, no one can take away what you’ve put in your mind.” She took those words to heart and they became the core for her survival. Today, she is not only surviving, but she is thriving. Dr. Edith Eger who is 93 years old, joins me on the show today. She is a highly sought after psychologist, author and keynote speaker. Edie, as her friends affectionately call her, obtained her doctorate in psychology and learned to use her imprisonment at Auschwitz as a powerful analogy for the prisons we create in our own minds. Her mission is now to inspire others to discard their limitations and find renewal and freedom within themselves. After becoming a New York Times Bestselling Author with her memoir, "The Choice," Dr. Eger wrote a hands-on guide to overcoming trauma called "The Gift: 12 Lessons to Save Your Life." It was released last fall. We talk about how to maintain faith despite any horrible situation, finding forgiveness, redefining who you are as a person despite your past and maintaining your sanity as well as controlling your emotions during times of distress. We also discuss why you can’t heal what you don’t feel and why she needed to return to Auschwitz to heal from her traumatic experience and more! Topics discussed: How Dr. Edith’s faith in God evolved through the years and even during those hard times. Advice for someone who's in the moments of feeling spiritually lost, and they just don't know what to believe in How to be able to redefine who you were as a person, despite your past How going back to Auschwitz helped Dr. Edith to move through that dark time in her life. Mom of Dr. Edith’s last words and how it helped her navigate through all the horrible experiences and turned them into something positive Dr. Edith’s advice for the people as a society to come together and display a sense of unity Things that Dr. Edith regrets Dr. Edith’s opinion about the word “rejection” Dr. Edith talks about forgiveness The difference between belief and faith Words of wisdom from Dr. Edith Eger: It's very important to differentiate between reacting or responding. “The darker things appear to be, the closer I felt the wonderful God that taught me how to turn hatred into pity.” - Dr. Edith Eger Whatever happened to you, you cannot change the past, but you can change your attitude. You cannot heal what you don't fear. “I think young, but not young and foolish. It's very important to be young and be childlike, but not childish.” - Dr. Edith Eger God gave us temptations so we can practice the freedom of choice. Anger is not the primary emotion. Underneath the anger is a lot of fear. And love and fear does not co-exist. Self-love is self-care. It's not narcissistic. Connect with Dr. Edith Eger: Website: https://dreditheger.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.editheger/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreditheger/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreditheger1 Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Edith-Eger/e/B075C9WQZH%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Listen to Joseph Bernstein's music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/108CWod0HkDQZpFXeWn5EY?si=uLJW1DiLQBKN1aTVCQFkpA https://josephbernstein.bandcamp.com/album/1941 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Blueprint for How to Develop Unbreakable Social Skills!!! My guest today is Jay Ferruggia, a fitness and coaching OG. He’s been helping people become a stronger version of themselves since 1994. His clients include CEO’s and professional athletes in the MLB, NFL AND WWE. Jay is also the host of the popular podcast, Renegade Radio with Jay Ferruggia. You may have seen his work in Men’s Health, Muscle & Fitness, Maximum Fitness, Men’s Fitness, Fast Company, Huffington Post, LiveStrong, Muscle & Fitness Hers, Shape, Entrepreneur, Details, or on ESPN or CBS. Surveying his social media profiles imparts an impressive physical specimen. But, what’s most impressive is how grounded he is mentally, emotionally and spiritually. He is a master connector, networker and makes new friends and contacts with ease. This guy is full of wisdom. Just check out his instagram to see for yourself. This success did not come easy for Jay. Growing up he was the “skinny kid” who was socially awkward, shy and insecure. He also struggled with mental health and even addiction. But, today he stands strong and shares his story and the blueprint to improving your social skills, building meaningful relationships, exercising your emotional muscles and of course we chat fitness. Topics discussed: How did Jay go from working in the brick and mortar facility to pivoting online? Why it is important to take a deeper look inside yourself and actually work on the emotional mental muscles too The importance of social skills and giving compliments The importance of having aspirational affirmations How did building relationships impact Jay’s success professionally and personally? Jay’s advice for someone who's interested in hiring a coach or getting into one of the networking groups and what to look for Few staples that Jay thinks everybody should include in their own health journey for 2021 Why it is important to prioritize sleep Takeaways: The reality is when you focus on other people and you give them the gift of your attention and connection (gift of a smile or a compliment) that's an amazing gift to give them and then you will feel great. You’ve got to take care of your people. You’ve got to check in on your people. You’ve got to be a value to people. You could do anything, as long as you're confident and put yourself out there. Prioritize sleep and every single thing will get better. Connect with people and build strong relationships. That is really one of the most important pillars and foundations of good health. Connect with Jay Ferruggia: Website: http://jasonferruggia.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayferruggia Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUuDiUu00raDqT_MaNhx_Hw Podcast: Renegade Radio with Jay Ferruggia https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/renegade-radio-jay-ferruggia-fitness-nutrition-lifestyle/id853941025?mt=2 Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The One Molecule That Could Jeopardize The Human Race!!!! Have you wondered why people become addicted to drugs, sex, success, porn, and social media? It all boils down to one molecule: Dopamine or as my guest, today calls it “the molecule of more.” Dopamine is a double-edged sword because it certainly has many positive benefits like creativity, taking action, falling in love, excitement and ambition. But dopamine, if not managed correctly, can lead you to the depths of divorce, despair, destruction, and even death. My guest today is Daniel Z. Lieberman, M.D. He is professor and vice chair for clinical affairs in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at George Washington University. Dr. Lieberman is a Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, a recipient of the Caron Foundation Research Award, and he has published over 50 scientific reports on behavioral science. He has provided insight on psychiatric issues for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the US Department of Commerce, and the Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy, and has discussed mental health in interviews on CNN, C-SPAN, and PBS. We are going to talk about dopamine, which is the main subject of Daniel’s book called, "The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity―and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race." In this episode, we discuss what dopamine, is and how it’s responsible for things like addiction, cravings, love, sex, pleasure and social media use. He shares why people who end up super successful end up suffering with their mental health and even turn to suicide. We get into how to handle desire and achievement in a healthy way as well what drugs and social media actually do to the brain. So fasten your seatbelt, get out your pen and paper so you can learn to have a healthy relationship with dopamine and let’s get this conversation going with Dr. Daniel Z Lieberman. Topics discussed: How do drugs and substances impact the mind What is dopamine? Peri-personal space in the brain Extra-personal space in the brain Daniel’s thoughts about people who turned to things like drugs, alcohol, suicide, just to deal with their problems after they achieve something so meaningful. How to handle things such as ambition and achievement properly, and not to focus on wanting more Why do opioids cause people to really get addicted? Dopaminergic pleasure Control dopamine circuit Desire dopamine circuit Genetic predisposition What are the few things that have been successful in helping people rewire their pleasure and desire circuits? What can people do to help others who are suffering from addiction? The different kinds of love The different phases of the human sexual cycle Daniel’s take on social media What effect does social media have on the brain? How to have a healthy relationship with dopamine The observing ego Delusions and psychosis Takeaways: The single most important thing in this world was the human mind. In order to get something you don't have, the first step is you've gotta want it so that you're willing to put in the work. Dopamine is interested in what we don't have, and as soon as what you want becomes what you have, dopamine shuts off. The kind of people who can most afford a beach house are least able to enjoy it. The main purpose of the brain is to keep us alive, keep us functioning, keep us reproducing, basically keep us obeying dopamine. Craving is when you feel that there is nothing that can make you feel good, and nothing can make you feel satisfied unless you use that substance. What happens with addiction is that we have an imbalance between the desire and the control circuits. The real key to helping people overcome addiction is going to be in the kinds of new relationships they're able to form. Love is a dopaminergic phenomenon. It's not so different from getting very, very high on drugs. Healthy behavior is a habit. You can't jump to the finish line in one leap. You’ve got to start out with doing small things consistently, and that will strengthen your brain and enable you to do big things under extraordinary circumstances. Always be honest with yourself. Connect with Daniel: Website: http://www.danielzlieberman.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielzlieberman/ The Molecule of More: How a Single Chemical in Your Brain Drives Love, Sex, and Creativity―and Will Determine the Fate of the Human Race https://www.amazon.com/Molecule-More-Chemical-Creativity_and-Determine/dp/1946885118 Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Addicts are not criminals, they are humans in pain. People who are depressed are not sick, they are humans in pain. People who are suicidal aren't crazy, they aren't humans in pain" - Adam Sud In 2012, Adam Sud’s life was completely out of control. Once weighing nearly 350lbs and struggling with multiple addictions, serious chronic diseases, and mental health disorders. His life nearly came to an end when he attempted suicide by drug overdose. He checked into rehab and with the help of his parents and a plant-based diet, he began a journey that led to a remarkable recovery. Reversing all of his chronic diseases and getting off all of his medications, including his psych meds within 1 year and losing 180lbs. Adam is the founder of the non-profit, Plant-Based for Positive Change that is dedicated to advancing the research of diet and mental health/addiction, and is running the very first research study to investigate the effects of a plant-based diet intervention on early addiction recovery outcomes. He is an international speaker for the plant-based movement and addiction recovery movement. Adam has worked in recovery centers using plant-based nutrition as a tool for strengthening recovery and relapse prevention. He firmly believes that the simplest change on your fork can make the most profound change of your life and that self-love is the root of all recovery. Topics discussed: What it’s like to be addicted to drugs Adam’s suicidal story and how he survived it Adam’s recovery journey How being of service helped Adam fuel his recovery and keep him on fire for not being that person he used to be Adam talks about their current research study called The INFINITE Study The importance of gut microbiome The importance of self-love and taking care of our body Simple ways to help someone who is in pain Takeaways: Anybody who's focused solely on the short term will is misled every single time. Recovery is a process of becoming whole. Recovery is always more valuable than sobriety (there is a difference). There is an amazing transformation that occurs when you make the decisions that you want, based on how you're going to connect to what matters most to you in life. Negative consequences don't motivate a single person on the planet. Being of service is a human trait that's necessary for a meaningful life. I'm not telling people they have to be vegan. But what we're showing is that there is a direct relationship between eating more plants, and your mental health outcomes. Connect with Adam: Website: https://www.plantbasedforpositivechange.org/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/plantbasedaddict GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/6ah8f-infinite-study Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I bet many of you reading this are feeling stuck in some way. Whether it’s in your business, in your personal life or your relationships I am sure you’ve been wanting to finally break free from your past and heal. I am going to share a little secret with you. Even though your life isn’t “chaotic” it doesn’t mean that unhealthy behaviors aren’t holding you back from living your best life. Struggling to make change, self-sabotage, people-pleasing, addictions, constant feelings of anxiety/fear/stress, toxic relationships, feeling unfulfilled…. These are all signs that you are stuck and living in the past. I got you thinking now, didn’t I? I have been tracking down this person to get this interview for quite some time and after hearing who it is you will understand why. Her approach to healing is extraordinarily popular because of the way that it empowers people to have control over their thoughts, emotions, and actions. Remember, healing and doing the work is a daily practice. It certainly isn’t easy and takes time. There are many tools that can help you on your journey and she and I will discuss them all. But please, remember that the goal isn’t to implement these all at once. It’s simply to start small and begin to build new healthy habits one by one that will allow you to become your best self. Doing this will help you finally escape from the prison of your past so that you can be free to become the person you aspire. Many of you will recognize today's guest from her highly popular social media platform. Some of you have may have participated in her selfhealers circle or have reposted or have seen some of her viral content. I am very excited that Dr. Nicole LePera or as many of you know her The Holistic Psychologist is joining me on the show today. She is here to provide a masterclass on all things healing, including doing the inner work and holistic psychology. As a clinical psychologist in private practice, she often found herself frustrated by the limitations of traditional psychotherapy. Wanting more for her patients— and for self— she began a journey to develop a united philosophy of mental, physical, and spiritual health that equips people with the tools necessary to heal themselves. Her book “How to do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal From Your Past, and Create Your Self" is set to be released on March 9th but is available now for presale. Her book should undoubtedly be on your must read list for the spring. We discuss why fitness can be a catalyst for change, why therapy alone won’t heal you, how to stop feeling stressed and anxious when you have nothing to be stressed about, how to know if you have experienced trauma and how to develop self awareness and belief in yourself so that you can feel worthy and stop repeating old patterns, heal and thrive. Topics discussed: Nicoles backstory Nicole's long battle with anxiety Nicole's physical health issues such as digestion issues, sleep issues, brain fog The mind body soul connection The importance of fitness and taking care of yourself The pivotal role fitness played in Nicole's healing journey The meaning of holistic psychology What is homeostasis/How does homeostasis relate to our previous patterns and conditioning/How can homeostasis show up with some of our struggles today? Some tips to help people discover if they've gone through something that has impacted them in a way that shows up in a negative way today Some ways that people can take a couple of steps to become more self-aware Ways for people to cultivate belief in themselves so that they can get back on the right foot in their life The reticular activating system The importance of going back to childhood specifically when they're experiencing discomfort or unhealthy patterns of behaviors The next step where someone can move forward when they already have established self awareness Nicole’s advice for people who are starting to set boundaries and what are some simple ways to do it What is ego? How can somebody do some proactive work to check their ego and be more self-aware How to set healthy boundaries The importance of working on yourself first. Takeaways: Holistic means mind, body, soul, and exploring the very real underlying drivers of how we act, think, and live our day to day life. Anytime we're struggling to create change, even if we know better or we can see a different future based on a different choice, usually it is an indicator that something deeper is preventing us from doing that. It's a good place to dive in and to look at what comes up. We have to learn moment to moment how to be present in our body so that over time, we can continue to meet its ever changing needs. Beliefs are so important and so impactful in how we experience and how we perceive our day to day happenings. Anything new is going to challenge that homeostatic impulse, that desire to be back in that familiar. Pick one thing and set a small daily promise each and every day, to keep that one promise. Break i

How to Become More Positive Right Now!!! There are many of you right now that are hurting. You are going through some tough times and Things like uncertainty, fear and negativity have taken over. I get it, and I have been there before, have felt that way before. But, what I found is that when I stay down for a period of time and focus on what’s going wrong in my life, it not only makes things worse. The negativity prevents us from accomplishing the very things that we want: happiness, hope and harmony. With that said, there are a few things you can do right now to shift your mindset and turn your fears into faith, pessimism into optimism, negativity into positivity. There are many of you whose response to a tough situation is the trigger to sustained hardship. What brings you down and keeps you there isn’t the situation in and of itself but your response to the situation and your attitude in the recovery phase. Remember it’s okay to feel down, stressed and negative about whatever happened, what isn’t okay is staying there. Overcoming hard times and accepting things out of your comfort zone begins with believing in yourself. Coupling a strong belief system with a positive mindset is a MUST for turning any setback into a comeback. While it doesn’t always guarantee you success, it gives you a stronger chance. As it’s incredibly difficult when you’re in the thick of it, I called in just the person to give you the tools necessary to become more positive in any situation. His name is Jon Gordon. Jon Gordon is a husband, father, and author. His best-selling books and talks have inspired readers and audiences around the world. He is the author of The Energy Bus, The Carpenter, Training Camp, The Power of Positive Leadership, The Power of a Positive Team, The Coffee Bean, The Garden, Relationship Grit, Coffee Bean for Kids and many others. When he’s not running through airports or speaking to businesses, hospitals or schools, you can find him spending time with his family and taking long walks which are when he gets most of his ideas. Jon believes in keeping his bio short because his past accomplishments are meaningless. What matters most is that he says something today that will inspire you to take action tomorrow. This episode is short, sweet and to the point and by the end you will have the exact steps needed to turn any negative situation into a positive one and do what’s needed to shift your mindset. Connect with Jon: Instagram: www.instagram.com/jongordon11 Twitter: www.twitter.com/jongordon11 Facebook: www.facebook.com/jongordonpage/ Amazon: www.amazon.com/Jon-Gordon/e/B001ILKHU8 Podcast: www.positiveuniversity.com/ Website: www.jongordon.com Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Navy SEAL Commander Rich Diviney on How to Face Your Fears, Build Resilience and Achieve Optimal Performance!!! In this episode, a retired Navy SEAL commander is going to help you understand that getting through and managing fear, anxiety and stress in a healthy way is 100% possible and a must when it comes to living your best life. Overcoming challenges and doing hard things in your life will help you grow stronger mentally, physically and emotionally. It is also one of the best ways to develop true self-confidence. This is a must listen for anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of how face your fears practically and effectively, build resiliency and recover from setbacks quickly and efficiently. This is also for anyone who is looking to develop the attributes needed for optimal performance. In a world that is full of uncertainty, this episode will show you why you need to accept the unknown that life brings and control what you can. After doing so, you can effectively get through life’s difficulties by using attributes such as perseverance, resiliency, and courage. The cool thing is the more you exercise these so called attributes, the easier it is to use them. In doing this, it will lead you down a path filled with strength, fortitude, hope and ultimately achieving optimal performance. Much of this is discussed in my guest, Rich Diviney’s new book, The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance. Rich was intimately involved in the world-renowned SEAL selection process, which whittles exceptional candidates down to a small group of the most elite optimal performers. But Diviney was often surprised by which recruits washed out and which succeeded. Someone could have all the right skills and still fail, while recruits he might have initially dismissed would prove to be top performers. The answer was in better understanding ATTRIBUTES. In his new book, The Attributes, Diviney shows how to discover and develop our innate attributes for performing optimally and having long-term success. He is a retired Navy SEAL commander. In a career spanning more than twenty years, he completed more than thirteen overseas deployments—eleven of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Diviney spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led his small team to create the first-ever “Mind Gym” that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments—especially high-stress ones. Since his retirement in early 2017, Diviney has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He’s taught leadership and optimal performance to more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte. We talk about Rich’s tips for managing anxiety and how to become more resilient. We discuss courage and why it’s so important for getting through hard times. Rich also provides advice on how to recharge in a way so that you can recover quickly and efficiently and so much more! Some of the topics discussed include: Rich's backstory What the whole notion of courage means and how it can really help people get through hard times. Rich’s tips on how to manage anxiety The 3-foot world Rich talking about "The Attributes" The difference between perseverance and resilience Tenacity and persistence How to build a resiliency muscle The importance of setting achieving goals and what it does to a person’s mind The difference between peak and optimal performance Why having optimal performance is a must for success Managing uncertainty, anxiety, and fear The difference between self-discipline, and discipline Rich’s advice for people to recharge in a way that they're able to recover quickly and efficiently The sympathetic and parasympathetic systems The active visualization The two of the attributes that Rich is still continuing to work on himself right now Takeaways: Fear is really the combination of uncertainty and anxiety. Focus on what you can control. Skills are not inherent to our nature. We learn them. Perseverance is more about the act of moving through a stress challenge, and resilience is more about the act of rebounding afterward. Moving through stress challenges and uncertainty makes you stronger. As human beings, our brains are question-answering machines. The quality of our lives is directly proportional to the quality of questions we consistently ask ourselves. In life, you can't necessarily plan peaks. The sympathetic system is what fires off when you are in action. Connect with Rich: The Attributes: https://theattributes.com/buy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rich_diviney LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richdiviney/ Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dou

How to Turn Your Biggest Rejections Into Achievement!!! One of the things that scares us the most is rejection. We hold back from going after what we want in life because we are fearful of this one word: "no." But, the fascinating thing is that when we don’t ask, the answer will always be no and more importantly you are telling yourself that you aren’t worthy of going after whatever it is. Remember, not taking action is also failing. My guest today will show us how being confident and being resilient could help you achieve the success you are aiming for. She will enlighten and inspire us with her story and tell us how rejection and failure helped her cultivate a mindset of not being afraid to ask for what she wanted. So today on the podcast I have the queen of turning rejections into achievement. Her name is Jennifer Cohen. She a best-selling author, brand strategist, international speaker, and educator with a specific focus on building healthy habits to drive positive behavioral change. She was recently named “100 Most Influential People in Health and Fitness” by Greatist. She is the host of the podcast "Habits & Hustle" where she interviews entrepreneurs thought leaders and overall extraordinary people. They share their insight and open up about the normally hidden aspects that have made a difference in their success. But what I believe is most incredible about her is that she unapologetically goes after what she wants in life. There is A LOT to learn from that approach. Her TED talk on this subject has been viewed over a million times. She began developing these skills at a young age where she convinced Keanu Reeves to appear in an audition tape for a VJ job. She got Keanu, but didn’t get the job. We chat about the story behind that as well as all things rejection. This includes how to use rejection and failure to your advantage and why so many people are afraid of that “r” word. She shares her secret recipe for how to get and ask for anything you want in life and we also discuss how confidence affects your mindset and so much more! Jen’s Backstory: Fitness wasn't really Jen’s automatic go to. She always liked fitness because the principles that it taught her early on in life, but she never thought fitness would be the business. She had her first job with the Toronto Raptors, went back to school and got a business degree and then she went to the music business. She was in more marketing, and then when she was getting burnt out with those, she moved to LA from Canada. In LA, she was on a working visa and was working for mortal Records, which is part of Sony at the time. She had no option and was unsure about how to get money so she could have transitioned it into the fitness business. Jen always liked negotiating, strategy, and deal-making. These are the principles that she was naturally more gravitated to, and she naturally likes to do. She just kept on changing which business and industry she was actually doing, so she was doing sports and music and then just pivoted into the fitness business. Topics discussed: Jen’s rejection story How to successfully overcome rejection and failure Reasons why so many people are afraid of being rejected Knowing what you really want and where you’re good at The importance of asking The advantage of having confidence and how it affects your mindset Steps to be able to ask for what you want and how to do it The importance of self-awareness Putting personal efforts on something and its benefits Being resilient and its importance Why do you need to schedule the amount of time that you’re on social media Takeaways: You never know when people say yes. It doesn't really matter whatever industry you’re in. What's important is knowing what you're good at, and knowing what you're not good at, and making what works for you be your thing. If you're somebody who actually asks, your odds are better at getting it because no one else is asking. You are the CEO of your life. You are the master of your reality. Be as specific as possible, so start small and be specific. “I think that confidence, like anything else, is a muscle that you have to practice and harness.” Jen Cohen Connect with Jen: Habits and Hustle: https://habitshustle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/therealjencohen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealjencohen/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/therealjencohen Ted Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM82hE6oimw Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why Fasting Improves Your Health!!!! When you hear the word fasting, what comes to mind? Am I going to starve? Is it good for my mental health? I can’t go 20 hours without eating. I hear you and I have thought all of those very same things. My guest today is here to calm your fears on all things fasting and help explain how each and every one of you can fast in a way that suits your lifestyle. My guest today is Dave Asprey, the “Father of Biohacking.” He is the Founder and Chairman of Bulletproof, a three-time New York Times bestselling science author and host of the award-winning podcast Bulletproof Radio. His newest book, Fast This Way is available now and provides incredible and valuable information on all things fasting and will inspire you to give fasting a second chance or try it out for the first time. Today, he delivers a masterclass on all things fasting and it's many benefits. We discuss how each of you can fast in a way that suits your lifestyle and how to get started. In addition, he shares how you can also fast from hate and negative thoughts. We also chat about biohacking and more! Dave’s Backstory: Dave weighed up to 300 pounds in his early 20s. He was famous for being the first one to sell anything over the internet, which is now called the E-commerce. He made $6 million when he was 26. Dave was a co-founder of a part of the company that held Google's first servers, and grew the company to be worth $36 billion on the NASDAQ. In spite of all the fame and money that he made, he wasn’t happy with his life and he always asks himself about why he keeps on making decisions that are against his own interests. He already tried everything to lose weight. He worked out an hour and a half a day, six days a week for 18 months straight on a low fat, low calorie diet, but still, he can’t lose weight. That’s when he realized he needed to hack it. Dave started hanging out with people three times his age who were reversing their age and learning their techniques to fix his own biology. Dave was frustrated because he was running that non-profit anti-aging group, and they're only four minutes from Google's headquarters, but they had only one guy from Google to ever attend -- and that was his uncle. Someone told him that if he did not eat six times a day, he’s going to be in starvation mode. His main problem with that idea was that he’s afraid of acting like a jerk just because he was hungry. So in 2008, he decided to hire a Shaman and he was dropped off in a cave. He wants no food and no people anywhere around so he’s just the only one who’s gonna have to deal with that. For Dave, that was a very amazing experience, because that’s the first time he’s ever done real quality journalism and storytelling. Topics discussed: Dave's newest book "Fast This Way" What is biohacking? The benefits of intermittent fasting The importance of investing in energy How to get started on fasting in a way that's going to be sustainable The three fasting hacks (black coffee, bulletproof coffee, and probiotic fiber) The mental health benefits of fasting The four F words explained (fear, food, “F”, and friend) The importance of empathy, compassion, and equanimity Benefits of fasting from negative thoughts Benefits of fasting from hate and how to do it successfully Dave’s tips on how people can incorporate fasting when they're following some sense of morning routine Takeaways: Coffee doubles ketone production. Ketones suppress the hunger hormone called ghrelin and they raise the satiety hormone called CCK. Fasting means your insulin didn't go up, and it means that your liver didn't have to turn on protein-digesting enzymes. If you want to improve your biology, you have to have enough energy to run your body and break down cells and build healthy new cells. The thing about fear is you don't think about fear. Fasting means training the body to feel safe by going without something. It makes you more powerful in your cells, in your nerves, in your brain, in your heart, in your body, and in your spirit. The only thing that you do have control over is your spiritual state. Fasting from hate is the hardest thing to do. What you eat drives hunger and cravings, depending on what it is. The very best time to work out is at the end of a fast. Connect with Dave: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bulletproofexecutive/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/bulletproofexec Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave.asprey LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/asprey/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DaveAspreyBPR Get Dave's newest book Fast This Way here: www.fastthisway.com Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Neuroscientist Shares Common Myths About Your Emotions and How Your Brain Actually Works!!! There's a whole science about how the human brain works and what really controls our feelings and emotional responses to situations and most of what we have been told about how this works in the past is wrong. My guest on this fantastic episode, Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, Ph.D., is here to dismantle common myths about emotions and the brain. She stands among the top 1% most cited scientists globally for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. Dr. Barrett is a University Distinguished Professor at Northeastern University and she is also Chief Science Officer for the Center for Law, Brain & Behavior at Harvard University. She was awarded a Guggenheim fellowship in neuroscience in 2019, has published over 240 peer reviewed articles and has a TED talk on emotions that has been viewed over 6 million times. She is the best-selling author of "How Emotions are Made" and her latest book "7 1/2 Lessons about the Brain" is just as powerful. Some of the topics we cover today include: The old notion of the dynamics of emotions versus the new The real function of the human brain. How past experiences and behaviors affect the ability of our brains to guess responses to our external forces. Dr. Barrett thoughts on 'Stress' The power of words from a neurological point of view. Dr. Barrett explains Depression Adaptable patterns for a more optimistic approach to the future. Similarities between our "body budget" and "bank account" Takeaways There's no good evidence that emotions can be read or interpreted through facial expressions or body language. We have the kind of brain that doesn't have a good sense of what is happening in our bodies. Our brain has to guess. All it receives are the sensations coming from our bodies, but it doesn't know what's causing them. So when you have an ache in your chest, your brain tries to figure out what caused that ache. Our body makes the same guesses. Those guesses are usually knit together to create our experience. That's really how our brain is making emotions. You don't have circuits for anger, sadness, and fear embedded in some ancient part of your brain. That's just a myth. Your brains don't evolve to be any more rational than they are. Its function is to regulate your body's systems, and that's pretty much all it'll be doing all your life. Practice gratitude, compassion, and train your brain to be flexible so that you can view life from multiple perspectives. We are a social species, which means we influence each others' nervous systems in really profound ways. We regulate each other's nervous systems in many ways that other animals do too. But we have an additional way, and that's with words. Depression is like a bankrupt body budget. It means you have stopped learning, and you stick with what's in your head. You're fatigued and pay no more attention to what's out in the world. Two easy ways to shift your predictions for a more optimistic approach towards life: Change the state of your body. (Get up and move around) and practice gratitude. It works! Connect with Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, Ph.D. Twitter: https://twitter.com/lfeldmanbarrett Website: https://www.lisafeldmanbarrett.com TedTalk: https://www.ted.com/speakers/lisa_feldman_barrett Books: How Emotions are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain https://www.amazon.com/dp/1328915433/?tag=store4895-20 Seven and a Half Lessons About the Brain : https://www.amazon.com/dp/0358157145/?tag=store4895-20 Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HOW TO DEAL WITH THE VICTIM MENTALITY AND OWN YOUR LIFE Life will present a thousand and one reasons for you to quit and give up when things get tough, but how you choose to respond to these challenges is the most significant power you have at your disposal, and that's taking responsibility! My guest today is Ryan Michler, host of the highly popular Order of Man Podcast. In this episode, he shares how he bounced out of some deep despair that included separating from his wife for 4 months which in turn saved his marriage that was headed for divorce. Ryan also found himself unhealthy on every level and decided to also use that time to transform his health from the inside out. Now, please bear in mind that taking responsibility and not playing the victim was the most incredible power he had to change everything. He also shares his intriguing story of growing up without a permanent father figure and how that didn't stop him from raising sons and being an amazing dad. He also shares some bulletproof advice on how to overcome the victim mindset and deal with criticism and so much more! Ryan's backstory A little over 13 years ago, Ryan was incredibly overweight and at the brink of getting divorced from his wife. Eventually, they got separated. It was a challenging time for him, and at some point in the early stage of the separation, he resorted to blaming his wife for the divorce. He felt there was a lot she could have done. He thought she was disloyal. It took him months into the separation to realize he had a considerable part to play as well. This realization transformed the situation around, and the break only lasted four months. Ryan had to quit playing the victim and "own" his life. He had to take responsibility for his life for the first time and stopped casting blame on everyone around him. He realized that there are things he could do right. There are things within his reach. There are things within his control and things he could influence. He realized he had more power over many things, and he began to effect changes on these things. As he said, that is what responsibility is about. It is the power that could change one's life. Not taking responsibility for the things happening around you is giving that power to someone else. What that person decides to do with that can have a negative effect on your life. The results of Ryan taking ownership of his life and shouldering the responsibility has restored his marriage. Ryan and his wife have been married now for 16 years. They are blessed with four beautiful kids and are living in their dream home. This all inspired to start his "Order of Man" podcast and movement to help men become the best version of themselves. Topics Discussed -Ryan's Advice on how to quit playing the victim -How fitness has shaped Ryan's general outlook on life -Ryan's take on on how to express emotions the right way - The best advice for new parents -How mentorship can speed up your journey to successes -Ryan's best practices for dealing with criticisms Some important takeaways -Want to see improvements in other facets of your life? Start with fitness. Fitness teaches you to have a structure in your life, builds your confidence as the rewards are usually instantaneous, especially for the men. -Apart from routine workouts, plan out every single day of your life. -Emotions are there as a metric check for you, just like a fuel tank. If you give your emotions too much power or don't give them enough credit, then they'll control you, and you don't want that! -Be more of a mentor and guardian to your children and do not make all the decisions for them. Allow them to make mistakes and learn. -Your life's journey can be less of a burden with a coach/mentor by your side. -Be willing to spend your resources to improve your life, unless you want to get it done by yourself with many mistakes and time wasted. -Take nothing personally and maintain your focus on those who are positively impacted by your work. Connect with Ryan Michler: Instagram: www.instagram.com/ryanmichler/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/orderofman Twitter: www.twitter.com/orderofman Podcast: Order of Man Website: www.orderofman.com Build a plan for growth and expansion over a 30day timeframe www.orderofman.com/battleready Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking responsibility for your choices in life is incredibly empowering. It also means you acknowledge that no one has the power to determine how your life turns out other than yourself! It's up to you! Today, my guest, Lauryn Evarts Bosstick (also known as The Skinny Confidential), and I will be sharing our challenging life stories to inspire you on how to turn your pain to purpose, ultimately leading you to find that inner fulfillment in your own life's journey. Lauryn shares her pretty tough upbringing involving death, divorce, despair, pain, and frustration. We also chat about how to set boundaries, the power of community, how she manages anxiety and also some tips on entrepreneurship and so much more. I also share parts of my story including chatting about being incarcerated and how it relates to the isolation that many of us are facing now. Lauryn has turned her passion for beauty, wellness, and no-censor advice into one of the most distinctive blogs online today, The Skinny Confidential. She also co-hosts the highly popular cheeky entrepreneurial podcast, The Skinny Confidential HIM & HER with her husband and previous podcast guest, Michael Bosstick. Lauryn's backstory She was blessed with really amazing parents who were both entrepreneurs and creatives, but eventually, things became a bit chaotic after her parents, like many, got divorced. The pain didn't stop there, Lauryn, at the young age of 18 lost her mother to suicide, this is why she is so passionate with mental health. While she had her struggles growing up, she believes those experiences shaped her into the person she has become and also fueled her pursuit of achieving greatness. Lauryn's success was sponsored by the decision not to play the victim but dictate her life outcomes by taking responsibility and extreme ownership for her decisions and choices. Some of the Topics discussed: -Lauryn's incredibly inspiring backstory -Managing anxiety to becoming the best version of yourself. -Lauryn's advice on setting boundaries, protecting your mental health, and protecting your space. -My jail experience compared with the lockdown period - Advice for budding entrepreneurs - Chasing after success in business the right way - Lauryn's advice to her younger self My jail experience compared with the lockdown period. I was incarcerated and had an oxycontin addiction to the point where half of my left nose was missing. I was constipated for a month. When it came out of my system, I was faced with me and me in jail, and all the masks came off. My emotions were as real and raw as ever, and I was forced to deal with them healthily. I was forced to start working out, to start practicing gratitude, and changing the way I talked to myself. Because of all that, I began to reattach behaviors. The difference now is that when I was in jail, I knew when I was getting out. I knew when my probation was up. Now [in the lockdown], there's so much uncertainty. Some people may never get to jail, but they will experience mental prison. Until you work through that stuff, you won't be able to experience true fulfillment. Not success, fulfillment! Lauryn on how she managed anxiety to be the best version of herself/tips for the audience -Connect with yourself -Get outside and spend time in nature. -Do breathwork. -Have a morning routine. -Be a gatekeeper of your time and a practitioner of your calendar. -Have your toolbox and create microsystems to use those tools. Tested steps to turning your pain to purpose: Have a strong 'why,' quit listening to every single opinion about your life, and prioritize yourself. Some other takeaways: - Suppress your emotions, and you will have them creep up on you later in life - If you burn out and you're struggling with your mental health, it will be very difficult to help others - Examine the kind of energy you allow around you and ensure that your relationships have depths. - If you're trying to build something meaningful, there has to be a strong 'why' behind what you're doing. - Quit listening to every single opinion about you and prioritize yourself Connect with Lauryn Bosstick: Instagram: www.instagram.com/theskinnyconfidential Instagram: www.instagram.com/tscpodcast Podcast: The Skinny Confidential HIM & HER. Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Advice You Need to Conquer Your Biggest Fears and Struggles!!! Life has taught us it’s hard to suppress feelings of anxiety, apprehension and fear of the unknown. Undoubtedly, these emotions are what make us human, fallible, vulnerable. How we manage these 'so called' negative feelings and ultimately transform them into fuel for success is a skill worth mastering. Which is why my guest today, Dr. Michael Gervais, a world-renowned high performance sports psychologist and industry visionary, is bringing to us the technique of developing a psychological framework that allows you thrive and succeed in pressure-packed environments. In 2010, Gervais helped Austrian skydiver and BASE jumper, Felix Baumgardner complete an unimaginable, record-breaking free dive for Red Bull while Felix was struggling with claustrophobia and massive anxiety. Dr. Gervais is the host of the popular Finding Mastery podcast that explores the psychology of some of the world’s most extraordinary thinkers and doers. Gervais alongside Pete Carroll also co-authored an Audible Original, Compete to Create; a brilliant guide to mastering groundbreaking mindset trainings which will help readers unlock their authentic self, explore the edges of their potentials, and live a life of purpose and meaning. Today Dr. Gervais provides a masterclass on dealing with fear and anxiety and how to stop it in it’s tracks before it takes you down that dark scary rabbit hole many of us know all too well. We discuss how to bridge the gap between inspiration and action and how to train the mind so that you can respond to situations with logic and not emotion and so much more! Stay tuned in today’s episode for an incredible course giveaway that Dr. Gervais is doing for our listeners. Let's dive into the details of this insightful podcast Dr. Michael Gervais' two types of Anxiety: Cognitive Anxiety: This happens when you're ruminating about all the bad things that could go wrong and the excessive worry about later or what could happen and how we would respond. It's about trying to solve something that isn't yet happening. It is a massive asset to project forward based on everything you've ever experienced in life with an assessment of your internal capabilities matched up against what you think the future demand is going to be. That's cool and part of the prerequisite to enter into exploring your potential high performance living as well as the nuances of how you line up your thoughts, words and actions. Clinical Anxiety: The second part of anxiety is that your heart doesn't quite beat at the same rhythm of being relaxed. Your state of breathing changes. There’s muscle tension, digestive disorder and even ulcers because the system is in an edgy kind of irritability soup. It feels like you're shoving 10 pounds of stuff into a five pound bag. How do we avoid diving into the rabbit hole of fear and anxiety? Being anxious is a normal human experience. The excessiveness of it is where it becomes problematic. Your train of thought should be able to take you to places that are free and open and deeply engaging. If you accidentally get on the wrong train and that train of thought has taken you somewhere kind of scary and dark, get off that train quickly. That's the practice! However, if you find yourself on the wrong train and you want to get off, here's are pretty simple steps to take. Name the fear. Don't try to avoid it. Taking simple breaths sends signals to the ancient brain that the gorilla (trouble) has left Use your thoughts, come back to the now and guard your thoughts Look for opportunities to challenge your inner resolve. This then brings us to the importance of knowing your purpose in the first place... Dr. Michael Gervais on the importance of purpose: Not understanding purpose is one of the reasons people stop halfway during training. Without purpose, it's really hard to do the hard work and what you and I are talking about (facing fears and anxiety) is hard work. Get clear on your purpose and if that feels daunting, be clear on your purpose for the end of the year or for the end of the week. Dr. Michael Gervais on responding to situations based on logic not emotions: It's so important to be self-aware and to also take action based on logic and not emotions. To achieve that, learn to do some stuff on your mental training so that you can respond eloquently in more stressful environment. Take breathing trainings, practice gratitude, use your imagination more often project your future, be where your body is and work on your physical carriage. Dr. Gervais on bridging the gap between inspiration and action: There are 3 basic components to taking action. There is the Social Component, the Psychological Component and the Behavioral Component - The Social Component requires you getting a companion to achieve success. It could be a gym buddy, or someone committed to winning with you. - The Psychological Component demands that you get in touch with your humanity or s

Follow This Food Plan and Never Diet Again!!! Happy New Year and welcome to the first episode of 2021 and super excited that Kelly LeVeque joins us on the show today! One of the struggles of many people of this generation is choosing what diet they should be following. Most of them get stressed out just because of the strict diet they are into. If you are one of them, this episode is for you! You will learn so much from here, and you will be enlightened that improving your health shouldn’t be that difficult. My guest today is Kelly LeVeque -- is a holistic nutritionist, wellness expert, celebrity health coach, and the best-selling author of Body Love and Body Love Every Day and host of the Be Well by Kelly podcast. Her deep desire to help her clients, her passion for human nutrition, and her curiosity about how and why the body works drive Kelly to diligently study the latest research, evaluate competing theories and use this information to make individualized recommendations for her clients. Some of her clients include Jessica Alba, Jennifer Garner, Chelsea Handler, Molly Sims, Emmy Rossum and many others. Most importantly, Kelly’s practical and always optimistic approach to nutrition and wellness helps her readers improve their health, achieve their goals, and develop sustainable habits to live healthy and balanced lives. Kelly’s website serves as a resource for her readers to find the latest research and rationale behind important nutrition principles, as well as delicious recipes and recommended products to fuel them well. In 2020, she launched the Be Well By Kelly Podcast to further provide listeners with her nutrition and wellness wisdom, and to introduce them to other health professionals with a wide array of experience and insights. With the desire to provide her coaching expertise to the public, Kelly developed the Fab 4 Fundamentals course, in which she simplifies the science of nutrition and empowers participants to confidently take charge of their health. She has expanded her nutrition curriculum to include a second course, Fab 4 Pregnancy, to provide moms-to-be with the wisdom, encouragement, and thoroughly researched recommendations they need to nourish themselves before, during, and after pregnancy. Additionally, Kelly released the Be Well by Kelly Protein Powder to round out the Body Love toolkit. This protein powder harnesses the power and benefits of simple yet wholesome protein and can easily be used in one of Kelly’s favorite tools, the #fab4smoothie. Through all of these resources, Kelly seeks to provide men and women with the tools they need to transform their health and their lives through nourishing whole foods and body loving practices. Kelly’s Backstory: Kelly is the eldest among her siblings. Her father is an entrepreneur and was always teaching them to be able to fend for themselves. He is afraid of his daughters relying on him or someone else and he really wanted them to be independent. Kelly went to USC and was an undergrad in business like her dad, then she took her science courses in her junior year -- nature of human health and disease and biology. Fast forward, Kelly ended up in an eight year career in cancer, in genetics. She worked for big Fortune 500 companies like Johnson & Johnson, Whole Logic, and Stryker. She was always in cancer, the end of her career was really in the genetics of it. She spent so much of those eight years reading PubMed research, and always went back to nutrition just was in love with it. Every year, she thinks to herself that she’s too old to go back to school, but her heart was always in nutrition and it was what she spent her time reading studies. She decided to go back to school and took her job full time. Kelly was so thirsty for the knowledge and was really excited to share tools with people. And because it was her side hustle, she didn't have the pressure of earning money from it. She’s just having fun doing what she wants, but then it just kept growing and growing. Topics discussed: -The idea behind the Fab Four (protein, fat, fiber, greens) -Fab Four explained -Where did the whole “Body Love” thing come from? -Kelly’s thoughts about people stress themselves out so much about what they're going to eat -How was it for Kelly getting started in her own business and how did she end up coming across some of the amazing people she works with? -What it really takes on the stunning celebrities’ end to look the way they do. -Kelly’s courses, what they entail, and what people can expect to get out of them -The Fab Four and Fab Four Pregnancy -Kelly’s book, Body Love Everyday -Kelly’s Swedish Grass-Fed Beef Protein Powder -Kelly’s tips about what ingredients people should stay away from -Other supplements Kelly recommends her clients aside from the protein powder -The types of magnesium people should take and how it should be taken -Kelly’s advice to her younger self The Fab Four and Fab Four Pregnancy: The Fab Four fundamentals is like all of the

For this last week of 2020, each day we will be re-release one of the most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/4/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2020 #1: Dr. Will Bulsiewicz - All About the Gut Microbiome and How to Strengthen Your Immune System Right Now (Originally released 12/14/20) All About the Gut Microbiome and How to Strengthen Your Immune System Right Now! Today, we are going to talk all about the gut microbiome and how to strengthen your immune system right now. Clearly, with everything going on with COVID-19, this episode couldn’t come at a better time. I’ve had the opportunity to talk to one of the best there is on this topic. Today's guest is Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, commonly known as Dr. B. He is an award-winning gastroenterologist and the author of the New York Times bestselling book, Fiber Fueled. Many might not know this, but our gut is connected to almost every part of our body including our brain. Did you know that 90% of our serotonin and 50 % of our dopamine is produced in our gut? So sometimes when we feel stressed, anxious, and depressed, this all might be tied directly to having an unhealthy gut. It’s incredibly fascinating as is the fact that 70% of our immune system is in our gut as well. This is why we should really be paying attention to our gut health more than ever as COVID-19 impacts so many people with underlying health issues and weaker immune systems. In this episode, Dr. B will explain everything you need to know about the gut microbiome, how our gut health impacts things such as COVID-19, our immune system, and mental health. He will also explain the secret to how you can discover how healthy your gut is in the comfort of your and his tip for this will cost you absolutely nothing other than some time. Finally, he will also provide the blueprint of what you can do right now to optimize your gut health and strengthen your immune system plus so much more. Dr. B’s Backstory: Dr. B already knew when he was a teenager that he wanted to be a doctor. He’s always been an idealist, and what he really wanted to do was to help kids, particularly the adolescent and teenage kids, because he feels like they're overlooked and they deserve more attention in this transformative period in their life. So he initially set on a path to go to medical school so that he could become a child psychiatrist. During Dr. B’s journey to become a doctor, he suddenly fell in love with gastroenterology. At the age of 30, everything went well for his career. He was the chief medical resident at Northwestern in Chicago, one of the top internal medicine residency in the country. He won the highest award in his residency class and published eight papers in gastroenterology journals. Of all those achievements, he still felt miserable. He hated himself. And that’s when he realized that it’s all about the diet that he was raised, which was the very classic “1980s diet” -- hotdogs, Doritos, Kool Aid, bagel bites. He gained 50 pounds, had low energy, super low self-esteem and high blood pressure. He did some exercise like what most guys do, but everything changed when he started dating his wife who’s on a very clean diet. Out of curiosity, he followed that thread and started making small changes. He noticed that he instantly felt better. He didn't have the hangover after meals, he was energized, his skin started to change, and his hair got thicker. His weight also started falling of as well. Those changes inspired him so much that he became obsessed with digging into the medical literature. He became a believer because of the way that it transformed his own life. He felt that his patients deserved it too. So he brought that into his clinic, and saw similar amazing and transformative results with them. In 2016, he just felt compelled to share the story, but also felt that it wasn’t enough. That’s the reason why he created his Instagram account. He didn’t expect so much in the beginning, so when he reached 1,000 followers, Dr. B and his wife celebrated and popped a bottle of champagne. Fast forward, his book called “Fiber Fueled” came out in May this year, and it's a New York Times bestseller. Today, they're closing in on 100,000 copies and it’s only a little over six months since the book came out. Now that you already know Dr. B’s backstory, take a look at these very interesting topics and lessons we discussed: The meaning of the gut microbiome Why stress and the gut microbiome go hand in hand with each other The different ways our gut can communicate with our brain The antagonistic pleiotropy The connection between gut microbiome and COVID-19 Things that people can do to strengthen their gut and immune system The special connection between our gut microbes and fiber Why do people need to pay attention to where they're getting the fiber from The importance of the diversity of plants in your diet Bonus: smoothie recipe of Dr. B’s wife The

For this last week of 2020, each day we will re-release one of the most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/4/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2020 #2: David Sinclair - Modifying Our Lifestyle to Reverse Aging (Originally released 6/9/2020) Dr. David Sinclair: Modifying Our Lifestyle to Reverse Aging Today I’m incredibly honored to host Dr. David Sinclair. David is a professor in the Department of Genetics at Harvard Medical School. He’s the author of New York’s Times best-seller Lifespan, a book with insights on why we age, and how we can slow and even reverse aging. A top innovator, David was in 2014, named on Time Magazine’s list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, and listed as Time's Top 50 in healthcare in 2018. David’s inspiration growing up David grew up with his grandmother, who was a constant believer in his abilities and always motivated him to set and shoot for his life-goals and he will always achieve them. In an unfair world filled with cruel and mischievous people, David’s grandmother always reminded him to be grateful and generous where he could. To always do whatever he can to make the world a better place than it is. David owes a lot of current success and grit to this background and claims that every no one needs a positive environment of someone who believes in them, and they too can set to achieve greatness. Hormesis: Using exercise and healthy eating to fight aging. Being a trained geneticist, you’d think that David would vouch for DNA as the major contributing factor for your health and wellness destiny. But oh no, the key to this, David says is the epigenome The epigenome is the real powerhouse and determinant of our lifestyle i.e how much we sleep, mental stress, physical fitness etc. A study on identical twins held in Denmark supports this claim, with the findings suggesting that we only inherit from our parents 20% in terms of the predictability of our long-term health. The key to better physical and mental health and ultimately slow aging, David states, is through exercise and healthy eating. As for exercise - do anything that gets your breathing level up for at least 15 minutes Exercising triggers the longevity genes which regulate the epigenome - which is in control of how we age. Healthy eating also triggers the epigenome, resulting in similar effects. Healthy eating and numerous benefits of fasting. It’s no surprise that what we eat is a big contributor of how our health turns out to be. However, what always seems to be left out, is how to eat. Having 3 meals a day and zero exercise has a reverse effect on your mind.Your brain loves being relaxed - just sitting down and having snacks is all you need - By giving in to this kind of lifestyle, you’re sacrificing your body’s ability to fight diseases and aging. Because your body gets the message from the brain that it’s very safe and there’s plenty of security and food to eat. So you relax, and the defense modes switch off. It’s for this reason that obese people who don’t exercise, not only look older, but are actually older. Fasting triggers the longevity genes as well. Through fasting, the body is tricked into thinking there isn’t enough resources to live on. Amino acids are also restricted and the epigenome is activated too. Types of foods David suggests you should take when fasting. You don’t want foods with a lot of sugar - as they make you get hungry faster Don’t be too rough on yourself - one milkshake isn’t bad (as long as you’re consistent) Best meal for him is a salad with a bit of olive oil on it or vinegar Protein is good in small amounts. Green leafy vegetables and practice Hormesis i.e If your plants are stressed before you eat them you get the benefit. So you don’t have to do it yourself. You can eat plants; That have grown without much rain or water in the environment. With bugs on them Dr. David Sinclair’s Adversity - Growing from the failures and setbacks he’s been through There’s no way to be successful without massive amounts of adversity, criticisms, failures and mistakes, claims David. We don’t have all the answers, and aren’t perfect either. Failure is part of the journey. And as David shares his lowest point in life, he certainly owes a lot of his current progress and success as a result of embracing and his setbacks and learning from them. David saw his mom die in front of him, which was of course, a big blow to him, both emotionally and psychologically. But it’s the career setback he really digs into and narrates on the show. Close to the tip of being sacked and losing his reputation (which for scientists is everything) A 41 year old David was completely battered, beaten and destroyed. When he was 34 years old, David and his team had just uncovered a huge biological milestone through a breakthrough which seemed too easy and good to be true. And so they patented it. 7 years down the line. David would face so much

For this last week of 2020, each day we will re-release one of the most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/4/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2020 #3: Dr. Andrew Huberman - The Surprising Truth About Stress (And How it Can Actually Be Healthy) (Originally released 8/18/20) Dr. Andrew Huberman: The Surprising Truth About Stress (And How it Can Actually Be Healthy) THIS EPISODE WILL BLOW YOUR MIND! Do you want to know the surprising truth about stress and how it actually can benefit your health? Then, you will not want to miss today's episode with neuroscientist, Dr. Andrew Huberman where we cover addiction, stress, cell phones (as he calls it digital concussion) and his incredible story. Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., is a neuroscientist and tenured Professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He has made numerous important contributions to the fields of brain development, brain function and neural plasticity, which is the ability of our nervous system to rewire and learn new behaviors, skills and cognitive functioning. Huberman is a McKnight Foundation and Pew Foundation Fellow and was awarded the Cogan Award in 2017, which is given to the scientist making the largest discoveries in the study of vision. His lab’s most recent work focuses on the influence of vision and respiration on human performance and brain states such as fear and courage. He also works on neural regeneration and directs a clinical trial to promote visual restoration in diseases that cause blindness. Huberman is also actively involved in developing tools now in use by elite military in the US and Canada, athletes, and technology industries for optimizing performance in high stress environments, enhancing neural plasticity, mitigating stress, and optimizing sleep. Work from the Huberman Laboratory at Stanford Medical School has been published in top journals including Nature, Science, and Cell and has been featured in TIME, BBC, Scientific American, Discover, and other top media outlets. Andrew’s Journey Andrew had a great start to his life. His mother wrote children’s books and his father was a theoretical physicist. Everything in Andrew’s life was going very well, until he turned 13 and his parents separated. When his dad left, Andrew’s mother began to experience stress. At about the same time that Andrew’s parents separated, his older sister had just left for college. This left him to face life’s obstacles all alone, and reality took a sudden turn for Andrew. With everything changing so fast in Andrew’s life, he turned to skateboarding as a way to handle and relieve the stress. It was while skateboarding in Embarcadero, San Francisco that Andrew started to meet new friends, most of whom were growing up without much parental control or influence. This is when Andrew began to recognize that kids growing up without two parent families, lived lives that were more chaotic than other kids with more normal home lives. As Andrew entered puberty, he started skipping school, and from the ages of 14-17, most of his time was spent either skateboarding or with his girlfriend. As time went by, Andrew also turned to boxing as another tool to handle his stress. Andrew was ultimately kicked out of school because of the constant troubles that accompanied his presence. He was offered a chance to resume his studies under the condition of going to therapy. The therapist was of great help, demonstrating to Andrew that there was a better way for him to structure his life. By adding certain types of life tools and structure to his life, Andrew learned that he could achieve the life he was craving internally without relying solely on fighting, boxing and skateboarding. Once Andrew returned to school he started to play football, where his football coach advised Andrew to start running and lifting weights as a way to build his frail body. Always curious and self-driven, Andrew began to lift weights. He fell in love with the body that he was crafting through his new hobby. His great physique ultimately pushed him into being a firefighter as a way to make a living. With his girlfriend moving to college, Andrew would sleep outside of her dorm in the parking lot as a way to stay close with the most intimate friend he had. Slowly, his old habits of fighting started to re-enter his life. On July 4th 1994, after getting into a fight in the small town of Isla Vista, Andrew found himself considering the direction in which his life was headed. Walking back home from the fight, Andrew decided to change his life for the better permanently. He started by enrolling in a local community college and dedicated himself to achieving excellence in weight lifting, running, reading and studying. What followed was a metamorphosis into an organized and self-driven individual. While at the community college, Andrew started taking Psycho-Biology (now known as Neuroscie

For this last week of 2020, each day we will re-release one of the most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/4/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2020 #4: Rich Roll - Take Small Steps to Change Your Life (Originally released 11/09/20) Are you are someone who is in pain, stuck in a "rut," struggling with fear or uncertainty? Congratulations, you are in the right place. Today's guest says that you MUST use your pain as a motivator to take the small steps to change your life. Today is a special treat. I have been tracking down this guy to get this interview for quite some time and after hearing who it is you will understand why. Many of you will recognize today's guest from his highly acclaimed podcast. Some of you have may have read his books or just heard of his incredible accomplishments online. He hosts one of the most popular podcasts out there and his show was the first major podcast to feature my story. I am so blessed that the tables have turned and I’m now able to pay it forward and have him as a guest on my podcast. He is also one of the fittest humans alive. Just to give you an idea he completed 5 ironman distance triathlons on 5 different islands of Hawaii in less than a week. He is also a recovery warrior, having over 20 years of sobriety. Today we get into some parts of his journey that you may not be familiar with. I am very excited that Rich Roll joins me on the show today. Rich is the host of the highly popular, Rich Roll podcast. His memoir "Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World’s Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself” was a best seller. His newest book "Voicing Change" is available for sale tomorrow and will undoubtedly be equally successful. In addition to being a podcast host and author, he is also a plant based nutrition advocate and ultra endurance athlete. He is a beacon of light to people worldwide as an inspiring example of transformation, courage and healthy living. He is the epitome of using Adversity to his Advantage! “Change is not only possible, it's freely available to you.” -Rich Roll Get ready to have your mind blown by the incredible wisdom and inspiration he's gained from his personal and professional experiences. We chat about the following topics and so much more: Rich’s effective way of dealing with anything he’s struggling with Why surrendering and letting go of what you can't control is so important to get yourself out of a hole How staying connected to people that inspire you is helpful for your recovery How can someone go from being in such a fear-based mindset to living more with faith Developing such incredible conversational skills despite being shy in younger years is possible Why is it so important to play the long game when it comes to trying to achieve your goals How Rich uses his podcast as a healthy outlet and a major act of service The steps you can take for someone who's struggling Some of the biggest actions Rich personally takes that gets his mood up Rich’s advice for someone who wants to change the way they talk to themselves and create lasting change in their life: "Change is not only possible, it's freely available." -Rich Roll He shares that it starts with taking one very small action and building off of that. It's not going to happen overnight. "If you are in pain, congratulations, that's the best place to start. Use that pain as a motivator, as a lever to actually get you up off the couch. Whether that's literal or figurative and start to manifest in very small nuggets, the life that you would like to lead." -Rich Roll He talks about beginning with very basic actions. It could just start with simple steps such as writing down the things you are struggling with in your life and jotting down the things you want to give more attention to. Another "first step" example can be putting your shoes on to go for a walk because you have aspirations to run a marathon. "It's not about quitting your job overnight and making some broad dramatic statement. It really is about these tiny things that you commit yourself to." -Rich Roll Rich shares that If you are having trouble staying committed or on track, find an accountability partner that you can trust. "Ask yourself, how committed are you to change and are you willing to take some uncomfortable actions in order to shift your reality?" -Rich Roll Rich’s Latest Book: Voicing Change It's an aesthetic compilation of wisdom that showcases many of the life changing conversations between Rich and many of his guests. The inspiration for this book is really a desire to canonize some of the wisdom and inspiration that Rich received as a result of hosting his podcast. It's also a way of honoring the many guests that he had on the show, and also honoring the audience. He wanted to do it in an aesthetically pleasing way. Which is why they decided to go with a coffee table book format. Get the book here: richroll.com/vc Connec

For this last week of 2020, each day we will re-release one of the most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/4/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2020 #5: Shaman Durek - Transforming Your Life Through Spiritual Hacking (Originally released 7/6/2020) Are you ready to completely change your perceptions on reality and experience change like never before? If so, then I’ve got two words for you Shaman Durek. In hands down one of the most soul stirring interviews I’ve ever had, stay tuned into the show and be a part of an uplifting biohacking experience that is certain to change your views on everything you know and believe in. About Shaman Durek Although he was destined to be a Shaman because of his lineage. Durek had at one point in his life completely pushed the thought of becoming a Shaman away. Durek then went on a walkabout and chose otherwise, thus becoming the shaman he is today. Descendent from the West African country of Ghana. Durek’s ancestors were the village medicine people. As a result of slave trade and colonialism. Durek’s ancestors ended up practicing Lukumi (The merging of African shamanism and modern Catholicism) The merge has had its challenges since the two (African Shamanism and Catholicism) really contradict each other. Durek for example has always had a view of Shamanism as freedom, liberation, acknowledgment and relationship with everything around you. On the other hand, Durek views religion as a clause. With consequences as a result of the choices you make. Growing up and going to school in America was always tough for Durek. Sharing his experience of seeing, feeling and talking to spirits had other kids label him as crazy or evil. It’s thus been a long journey of trying to incorporate shamanism into the mainstream for him. The principles of Shamanism You as a human being, already have higher consciousness within you. The only problem is that you haven’t aligned your synapsis and neurological system in order to input the frequencies and codes in your body. Distractions and inflammations from the environment you are subjected in, is what’s preventing this alignment from happening. Shamanism is about enhancement and elevation. To accomplish this, you first need to closely observe your reality and remove the resistance and constrictions that are stopping you from being fully optimized. These constrictions are belief systems are as a result of what you’ve been taught to understand about yourself and the world you live in. They press against you and prevent your freedom. Constrictions include; fears, doubts, shame, guilt, worry, insecurities etc Once you face these constrictions, you’ll be able to operate in autonomy. Your happiness and freedom will no longer be tied down to other people or activities. Because you are the source of everything you experience. Blackout. This is a time when magnetic energy frequencies begin to lift the sediment of things that you have hidden away from your consciousness and society. A blackout experience is an opportunity to figure out how to stop reacting to everything, and instead, pull deeper into love, acceptance and understanding. Everything we achieve in life is based on getting acknowledged, noticed, heard, seen, appreciated, valued etc. The black out experience is about learning to break out from this culture. Instead of hustling and operating under the fear of lacking something, and motivation to get somewhere, you should instead, see yourself as aligned and magnetically drawing everything you need towards you. The trajectory for success is through cooperation, communication, engagement and authenticity. If you can apply these principles, then you will be able to come out on the other side as a success. Why don’t people embrace the Blackout experience then? Because we are naturally designed to be safe. We are all egocentric control freaks as a result of the system we’ve been programmed to live in. The key to breaking free is enhancing your spiritual immunity instead of safety. The Law of Duality There’s different polarities that are present in our planet. These polarities are acknowledged by a certain group of people or by an individual more than in other groups or individuals. We have all, as result, created a very dualistic way of viewing life. Duality has become a tool to understand reality, which of course, is all wrong. For example, the idea of what’s right or wrong is different in every society, subjective to their belief systems and environment. Because of this duality, we are stuck in the past and forget that we are changing. The reality of consciousness isn’t anything that’s dual or solid, rather it’s something that is fluid and transformable. Because the system is ever changing and evolving. Once you accept this reality, then you can be synergetic. You will be liberated from all the attachments, labels, ideas and conditions that have been forced on you subconsciousl

For this last week of 2020, each day we will be re-release one of the most popular episodes of the past year. We will resume our regular schedule with a new episode on 1/4/2021. Have a Happy Holiday and Happy New Year! Best of 2020 #6: Lori Gottlieb - How to Improve Your Mental Health Right Now (Originally released 9/28/20) COVID-19 challenged not only the physical strength of those who suffered from it, but also the mental health of many people suffering from depression due to lack of social connections and interactions. Are you one of those who feel so lonely during this pandemic? Do you question yourself why you always feel like something’s wrong with you? Then you must hear what my guest says about these. My guest today is none other than Lori Gottlieb. She is a psychotherapist and a writer. She is the author of the book “Maybe You Should Talk To Someone” and writes the weekly “Dear Therapist” advice column for The Atlantic. A quick overview about how Lori became a therapist: Lori started working in the entertainment business because she loved stories and the human condition. So whether that was through film and labor through television, she really felt like the reason that people watch those shows and the reason that they make people laugh or cry is because the stories are about being human. And then she worked in a real ER, where she spent a lot of time, because they used that to do research. And their consultant on the show, who was an ER physician said, “You know, I think you'd like it better here than you might in your day job.” Being skeptical at first, Lori still ended up going up to Stanford for medical school. And when she got there, managed care was just coming into play. And she realized that she wasn't going to be able to really spend time with her patients in the way that she wanted to. So she started writing, in a way to help people to tell their stories. Then she left medical school to become a journalist. And after working as a journalist, she had a baby. And she felt really disconnected from other adults during the day, because she loved her child. And for sure, new parents can relate to that feeling -- the need to connect with other people who can speak. So she called up the dean at Stanford Medical School, and said she maybe needs to come back and do psychiatry. And the dean said, “You're welcome to come back. But you'd be doing mostly medication management. And you really want those longer term, deeper connections. So why don't you get a graduate degree in clinical psychology, and then you could do the kind of work that you've always talked about doing.” So that's what Lori did. And she feels like she went from telling people stories as a journalist, to helping people to change their stories, as a therapist. Right now, she still does both. She writes books, she has a weekly column, she has a podcast, and she has a clinical practice. And everything she does is all about a story in the human condition. What does isolation do to people's mental health? As humans, we want to be connected to other people. And even in pre COVID times, Lori thinks that there was a sort of epidemic of loneliness happening because she sees it with her patients. A lot of the times what happens is we’re kind of distracted by all of these things that are not nourishing to us. And we don't realize how disconnected we are. People feel anxious, sad, angry, having difficulty in relationships, and having insomnia or addiction. Whatever is happening, people are looking for something else to fill the hole of what really needs to be where connection would go. So during this time, people are really struggling, because they didn't have a lot of practice. And they didn't cultivate those connections. And now, the silver lining to this pandemic is that people are really saying, “Wait a minute, I need to prioritize the connections in my life, and I need to prioritize the connections that matter.” Idiot Compassion vs. Wise Compassion Idiot compassion is what we do with our friends. Our friends will tell us a story, and then we'll say, “Yeah, you were right. They were wrong. That's terrible.” which just reinforces our very narrow view of a particular situation. Wise compassion is what people can get in therapy. We hold up a mirror to someone, and help them to see something about themselves that maybe they haven't been willing or able to do before. Productive Anxiety vs. Unproductive Anxiety Productive Anxiety is when you are reasonably worried about something and it's productive, because it makes you take action to protect yourself. And so we are reasonably worried about getting COVID, so we are wearing masks, we are socially distancing and doing other things that we need to do to take care of our physical immune systems. Unproductive Anxiety is an obsessive rumination. It's like the distraction from doing something productive. You're just ruminating about something and it might not even be about COVID. It might be about that t

The Mindset Hack to Improve Your Life No Matter What!!! New York Times Best Selling Author and Digital Marketing wizard George Bryant is on the show today to share his incredible story of overcoming massive setbacks through the years including a chaotic childhood that that led him to join the military where he spent 12 years serving and multiple deployments. During his time of service, George encountered many other demons while in the military including nearly losing both of his legs, 6 surgeries and also developed an opiate addiction. An abrupt departure was soon to follow along with a bunch of trauma and PTSD. George then like many began to find healing through the power of health and wellness. George then started a popular food blog called the civilized caveman and he didn’t stop there. He then ended up starting an app and even became a New York Times best selling author. Some may think this would lead to eternal happiness, but instead, it led him down a darker path. George was still hiding from his past and it began to haunt him. This also included his battle with bulimia. He ended up voluntarily checking himself into a hospital, which was a much needed first step to force him to start dealing with the trauma and PTSD that was swept under the rug for much of his life. George decided to delete all of his social media, spend time in isolation, and take some serious space to look within to get started on his healing journey and we talk all about it. We certainly will get into his story and the methods he has used to heal. But, we also discuss things such as how isolation really helped him, how doing the internal work helps things flow externally, the mindset hack to improve your life no matter what and so many more tips and lessons along the way! Connect with George: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsgeorgebryant/ Website: https://mindofgeorge.com/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mind-of-george-show/id1504361992 Highspeeddaddy: https://highspeeddaddy.com/ Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is none other than Grant Cardone. He is a New York Times Best Selling Author of 11 books including the 10x rule and If You’re Not First, You’re Last. He is also a serial entrepreneur and owns and operates seven privately held companies, and a private equity real estate firm, Cardone Capital, with a multifamily portfolio of assets worth over $2 billion. He is the top crowdfunder in the world, having raised over $500 million on social media. Moreover, he was named the #1 marketer to watch in 2017 by Forbes Magazine. Grant uses his massive 15 million plus following to give back via his Grant Cardone Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to mentoring underprivileged and troubled youth in financial literacy. He will give incredible tips on how to overcome not only addiction, but any other setbacks, and the value of owning your choices, taking responsibility, and knowing that your identity can change. He will make us realize that you do not always have to be that victim that messes up, and that you can be something great and experience massive success. If you’ve experienced some struggles related to any of those mentioned, then this episode is for you! Grant’s Backstory: Grant was a danger to himself, his family, his reputation, and it was not good and was very painful for him not just because of drugs, but how he felt for himself. The issue for him was when he went to treatment, people were like, “Look. You're powerless, and your life is unmanageable.” But Grant thought that if he’s powerless, how is he going to go create the rest of his life? And that was the one thing he always struggled with. He then realized that if his only game was just to stay clean and sober for the rest of his life, he’s just gonna end up back on drugs again, because he needed to replace that thing he was doing with a new thing that he wanted to do, and that was good. In the beginning, his big problem was really just boredom and a lack of direction and inspiration. He never dreamed about where he is now today, but he knew he was capable more than he was doing. Grant certainly knew he was capable more than being just a “druggie.” He had to quit that, to find and be where he is right now. More of Grant’s stories as he shares his answers to these questions and topics: Was there ever a specific moment in Grant’s life when he’s absolutely positive that he would overcome the addiction and never go back to it? Grant’s experience with the people who always doubt his capability The story when Grant can’t even do a pull up How did Grant get into fitness Grant’s routine to stay in shape Grant’s advice to the people who fall into the comparison trap The 10X Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure Read this book to achieve "Massive Action" results and accomplish your business dreams! The 10 x rule is basically a multiplier that's saying, “Hey, I don't have to depend on one of anything. I can get a lot of things going and help people reach out to a lot of people, not just drug addicts, not just one group of people, but I can help a whole lot other people that maybe don't have the drug problem, but that have a money problem, or that have a physical, they're not taking care of themselves physically, or they're not contributing back to society enough. I want to build the help in all those arenas, not just a small group of people.” Takeaways: “Anybody that's actually able to get through an addiction, if you can really harness the energy and power around it, the ability to be obsessed with a target, the ability to get something no matter how hard it is, and no matter what the obstacles are, if you can convert that energy into something positive, you are unstoppable threat for great things.” -Grant Cardone Being ignored is way worse than being lambasted. Don’t worry about haters, but worry about people that can’t even see you and can’t even acknowledge you because that just means that you're not doing anything, and you're not doing enough to have anybody actually be annoyed by you. You just need to be happy with what you’re doing, and not be satisfied with the potential to do more and help out more people. Connect with Grant: Website: https://grantcardone.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/grantcardonefan Twitter: https://twitter.com/GrantCardone Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grantcardone The 10X Rule: The Only Difference Between Success and Failure:https://store.grantcardone.com/collections/best-sellers/products/the-10x-rule-book Discovery Channel's Undercover Billionaire Season 2: https://www.discovery.com/shows/undercover-billionaire Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

My guest today is Tracy Tutor -- a top real estate agent at Douglas Elliman Beverly Hills, consulting with some of the world's top architects and developers. She is the first and only female cast member on Bravo's Million Dollar Listing LA which premiered its 12th season in June 2020. Tune into this episode and learn the importance of speaking up, selling yourself with the utmost confidence, overcoming your biggest fears in order to crush it personally and professionally and much more. Topics we discussed: Tracy’s transition in being a 21 year old who wanted to get into acting and went to USC How and what got Tracy into real estate industry How Tracy got into a reality show Tracy’s advice for people who feel stuck in life, relationships Tracy’s approach on becoming self aware, and her advice for people who are trying to figure out how to do that for themselves What role has fitness played in Tracy’s life What kind of workouts she does and how it evolved through the years Tracy’s tips to develop a mindset to be able to kind of sell yourself utmost confidence that you can. Something Tracy has gone through recently that has been challenging for her, and how she got through it Tracy’s advice for her young self to navigate through her fear Takeaways: When you're true to yourself more often, the answers just come so much easier. You have to really look at yourself in the mirror every day and see exactly who you are, whether or not you choose to share that person with everybody else. Being self-aware is all about recognizing your faults, taking ownership of the mistakes that you make, and the failures that you have in relationships and communication, and learning from that. Having self awareness is kind of understanding what your weaknesses are, as well as your strengths -- and that's a complete person. Being confident it starts with working out and feeling good. Do deal with failure, it's important to kind of have that emotion, go through it, feel it 100% and then move the hell on from it and leave it. Trust your gut and actually use it every single time you're in a human interaction. When you feel something, speak it. Period. Connect with Tracy: Website: http://www.tracytutor.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/tracytutor Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Fear-Just-Four-Letter-Word-Unstoppable/dp/059318873X Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

All About the Gut Microbiome and How to Strengthen Your Immune System Right Now! Today, we are going to talk all about the gut microbiome and how to strengthen your immune system right now. Clearly, with everything going on with COVID-19, this episode couldn’t come at a better time. I’ve had the opportunity to talk to one of the best there is on this topic. Today's guest is Dr. Will Bulsiewicz, commonly known as Dr. B. He is an award-winning gastroenterologist and the author of the New York Times bestselling book, Fiber Fueled. Many might not know this, but our gut is connected to almost every part of our body including our brain. Did you know that 90% of our serotonin and 50 % of our dopamine is produced in our gut? So sometimes when we feel stressed, anxious, and depressed, this all might be tied directly to having an unhealthy gut. It’s incredibly fascinating as is the fact that 70% of our immune system is in our gut as well. This is why we should really be paying attention to our gut health more than ever as COVID-19 impacts so many people with underlying health issues and weaker immune systems. In this episode, Dr. B will explain everything you need to know about the gut microbiome, how our gut health impacts things such as COVID-19, our immune system, and mental health. He will also explain the secret to how you can discover how healthy your gut is in the comfort of your and his tip for this will cost you absolutely nothing other than some time. Finally, he will also provide the blueprint of what you can do right now to optimize your gut health and strengthen your immune system plus so much more. Dr. B’s Backstory: Dr. B already knew when he was a teenager that he wanted to be a doctor. He’s always been an idealist, and what he really wanted to do was to help kids, particularly the adolescent and teenage kids, because he feels like they're overlooked and they deserve more attention in this transformative period in their life. So he initially set on a path to go to medical school so that he could become a child psychiatrist. During Dr. B’s journey to become a doctor, he suddenly fell in love with gastroenterology. At the age of 30, everything went well for his career. He was the chief medical resident at Northwestern in Chicago, one of the top internal medicine residency in the country. He won the highest award in his residency class and published eight papers in gastroenterology journals. Of all those achievements, he still felt miserable. He hated himself. And that’s when he realized that it’s all about the diet that he was raised, which was the very classic “1980s diet” -- hotdogs, Doritos, Kool Aid, bagel bites. He gained 50 pounds, had low energy, super low self-esteem and high blood pressure. He did some exercise like what most guys do, but everything changed when he started dating his wife who’s on a very clean diet. Out of curiosity, he followed that thread and started making small changes. He noticed that he instantly felt better. He didn't have the hangover after meals, he was energized, his skin started to change, and his hair got thicker. His weight also started falling of as well. Those changes inspired him so much that he became obsessed with digging into the medical literature. He became a believer because of the way that it transformed his own life. He felt that his patients deserved it too. So he brought that into his clinic, and saw similar amazing and transformative results with them. In 2016, he just felt compelled to share the story, but also felt that it wasn’t enough. That’s the reason why he created his Instagram account. He didn’t expect so much in the beginning, so when he reached 1,000 followers, Dr. B and his wife celebrated and popped a bottle of champagne. Fast forward, his book called “Fiber Fueled” came out in May this year, and it's a New York Times bestseller. Today, they're closing in on 100,000 copies and it’s only a little over six months since the book came out. Now that you already know Dr. B’s backstory, take a look at these very interesting topics and lessons we discussed: The meaning of the gut microbiome Why stress and the gut microbiome go hand in hand with each other The different ways our gut can communicate with our brain The antagonistic pleiotropy The connection between gut microbiome and COVID-19 Things that people can do to strengthen their gut and immune system The special connection between our gut microbes and fiber Why do people need to pay attention to where they're getting the fiber from The importance of the diversity of plants in your diet Bonus: smoothie recipe of Dr. B’s wife The Bristol Stool Chart The different types of bowel movement The effect on trauma in the gut How Dr. B and his team help the patients who were victims of trauma and abuse Inflammation in the gut Fiber Fueled by Dr. B: “Fiber Fueled is so much more than a health book. It’s a step-by-step methodology to stop the misinformation madness caused by the diet industry, and show

Adulting Like a Mother Father Co-Hosts Daniella Monet and Andrew Gardner join me on the show today! You may recognize Daniella Monet from her days as a former Nickelodeon star including a main role on the show, “Victorious” alongside Ariana Grande and Victoria Justice, and others. The show ended up winning the Nickelodeon Kids Choice awards twice and was also nominated for 4 Emmys. While many young stars find themselves spiraling down a dark path after experiencing fame, Daniella, fortunately, wasn’t one of them. She has created a new path for herself that includes entrepreneurship, motherhood and co-hosting the popular Adulting Like a Mother Father podcast with her fiance, Andrew Gardner, which I had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on. You are going to want to go to check it out. Andrew has a story of his own, which we will dive more into during the show. But, just to give you some context, he is a former CPA turned entrepreneur and coffee guru. He took that leap of faith and left the business world to pursue his dreams of making a difference in the world through being a father and starting a company of his own, Drew Coffee. Drew Coffee is a single batch sustainably roasting company that was recently released a few weeks ago that Andrew considers his “second baby” (PS they have another human on the way). Andrew and I have developed a friendship over these last few months and actually had the chance to grab a coffee with him last time I was in LA. If you are having a hard time making decisions to get to the place where you want to be, and you’re always comparing your status to other people’s lives, then you must listen to this episode. Daniella and Andrew will make us realize that knowing what you really want, loving what you do, and being happy for other people’s achievements will give us genuine happiness and contentment. Topics we discussed: How Daniella and Andrew met each other Daniella’s story about what she missed out when she was in and out of school at the age of 13 How working full time in the entertainment industry at the age of 15 affected Daniella’s mental health Why Daniella thinks many young stars spiral downward What are the things Daniella does to lift herself up and how she pivoted out of acting Andrew’s backstory from college to being an entrepreneur How Daniella and Andrew started their podcast Andrew’s story about his decision to stop drinking Comparison trap, and how they dealt with it Other things that shifted Daniella’s energy into continuing her own journey Daniella’s explanation about what plant-based means How Andrew and Daniella deal with COVID Meditations they both do What’s next for Andrew Gardner and Daniella Monet? Adulting Like a Mother Father The focus is to ask questions that get people thinking about what they can do themselves versus looking for validation, what they can do to move forward, and whatever they've been dealing with in their lives, how do they succeed in adulting. Drew Coffee They use an air roasting process, which is a lot cleaner for the environment. It's ethically sustainably sourced from smallholder producers who own less than 25 acres. So these aren't these massive farms and their farming practices are typically done in organic fashion, they may not have the certs just because of the cost and paperwork factor. But the work is still done that way. Takeaways: In the entertainment industry, where a lot of people are very self centric, you have to be super mindful of who you're hanging out with, and whether they have your best interests at heart at the end of the day. The important thing is to never close yourself off to other opportunities. “I'm more happy with my family, my kid, focusing on our businesses, focusing on fitness, coffee, specifically. They fill me up. They make me feel way better than a drink does. And so for me, at this point in my life, it's enough for me to say, I don't really need it because there's plenty else out there for me.” -Andrew Gardner It's not always easy. But that (applauding others for their success) is the only way you're gonna get what you want in life. There's no other way around it. If you think about your time ending at some point, and where you're at right now, if it's not where you want to be, you’ve got to do the things to get where you want to be in that short amount of time, because it's ending at some point. Connect with Daniella and Andrew: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellamonet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gaftonguy Adulting like a Mother Father: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adulting-like-a-mother-father/id1486667929 Drew Coffee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewcoffee.co Website: drewcoffee.co Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How To Turn Your Pain into Success! “If we would only do our own part and reclaim that inner heroism, then we wouldn't have to wait for these heroes that we're all waiting for, to lead us to better days.” -Robin Sharma I am sure you will today's guest as he is an icon in the personal development world. You certainly may have read heard of his books or maybe you have come across his inspirational content online. But, today I am trying to take our conversation down a new path and really get deep into the mind of Robin Sharma. Robin Sharma is one of the top leadership experts in the world and has written books that have sold over 15,000,000 copies. His clients include rock stars, royalty, billionaires, celebrity CEOs, and companies such as Starbucks, Nike, GE, The Coca-Cola Company, NASA and Microsoft. All the things he will be sharing with us will hit you differently and will surely blow your mind! Interesting topics we talked about: Why people should cultivate a morning routine and how it can not only help them, but transform their life Robin’s view on pain and how to move through it in a way that can help people become a better version of themselves Robin’s view on mindset and why it's just as important to work on the other three interior empires: Heartset Healthset Soulset The 20/20/20 formula Move Reflect Grow How can somebody actually achieve greatness if they really want to? How to rewire the brain program and change the bad habits or the way they talk to themselves that have been robbing them from joy and peace in their life The best way to pivot from a bad day The advantage of limiting the use of phone for social media The cognitive bandwidth Takeaways: Rising at 5am is the period of greatest quietude in this age of dramatic distraction. Internal mastery or personal mastery precedes every other type of mastery. Your beliefs drive your behavior. Genius is less about genetics and more about your daily habits. If you want to change your bad habits, take note of the following: Ask yourself, “What does your terroir look like?” Terroir is what makes a great wine. Robin talked about it and used this word in a very meaningful way. Listen to this episode to know what this means! Remove the joy stealers from your life. 1% wins. Small, daily, seemingly insignificant improvements, when done consistently over time, lead to stunning results. Meditation is powerful. Under every excuse lives a fear. And if you recite your excuses long enough, you actually believe they are true. Remember that even in this time of intense suffering during the pandemic, there is so much to be grateful for. It's important to develop your own scoreboard for success. It’s important to develop your own accounting system for winning. Your story is a self-fulfilling prophecy. Changing your story about who you are and what do you want to stand for in the world is the beginning of transforming your performance. Connect with Robin Sharma: Website: https://www.robinsharma.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robinsharma/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobinSharmaOfficial/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/sharmaleadership Twitter: https://twitter.com/robinsharma Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/AM-Club-Morning-Elevate-Life/dp/1443456624 Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Secret To Overcoming Limiting Beliefs If you are struggling to change the way you talk to yourself or feel that you are having a hard time reaching your goals, overcoming your limiting beliefs will help you change all of that! Being unable to believe in yourself and being always doubtful about your capabilities are two of the most common struggles people are trying to deal with these days. Many of us are having a hard time shifting from thinking negative things about ourselves, to staying optimistic and believing that we can achieve anything we want. I believe in order to overcome those struggles you must take responsibility for yourself and seize your power back. So today’s conversation is going to focus on doing just that. So I’d like to welcome Natalie Jill to the podcast today. You may recognize Natalie Jfrom her online fitness programs, her book or her Leveling Up podcast or through her content on social media where she reaches millions of people. Natalie is a Fat Loss Expert turned high-performance coach. She helps women change their conversation around age, potential, and possibility. She does this through simple and fun unique methods that are super relatable to anyone. I know she mainly helps women, but if you are a male and listening to this we can all relate to what she shares including the secrets to overcoming limiting beliefs, creating anything you want from nothing, the blessings of being real and raw, why you need to lose the victim mindset and also her incredible story of overcoming some major turmoil in her life.... 13 years ago, Natalie was a divorced single mom, broke, overweight, in debt, and had lost her house and her confidence. She has been through a lot, but these challenges didn’t stop her. Instead, she used them as a motivation to completely turn her life around. She started sharing what she’s going through and telling people what she is doing about it. That’s how she attracted people following along because there are tons of people who can relate to her story. With all the challenges Natalie has gone through, how exactly did she use those experiences to help her with what she does with coaching and helping people improve How did Natalie manage to deal with all the hardships she has gone through and stay positive during the crazy times Creating anything you want from nothing Victim mindset Ownership and personal responsibility How to pivot out of the false assumed truth (FAT) during COVID How does DVA (decide, vision, action) work? Natalie’s parenting style as a single mom to her daughter COVID’s impact on Natalie’s business Natalie’s thoughts about what’s holding women back from seeing results in their lives The biggest blessing from being real and raw online Takeaways: Sharing your struggles about hardships and sharing what you're doing about it is empowering. We all have a purpose and we make our own luck. Everything, especially when it comes to our bodies, and health and fitness, it's all mindset-related. We can be an entirely different person by changing just three things: Your thoughts Your actions Your habits It is always our responsibility. It is no one else’s fault. We have to recognize the false assumed truths first, before we can start shifting them. When you serve and you come from a place of giving, serving and helping and you're generous, it can help you too. If you don't believe in yourself, find someone else who does. When in doubt, tell the truth. When you tell the truth and you show what’s real, then you're not going to be sensitive to triggers. Connect with Natalie: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliejillfit/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliejillfit Twitter: https://twitter.com/nataliejillfit Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/nataliejillfitness Leveling Up Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leveling-up-creating-everything-from-nothing-natalie/id1436973433 Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/gift More on Soul CBD Gummies: Click the link below and enter the code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off Soul CBD Gummies! www.mysoulcbd.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if I told you the way you breathe could potentially be destroying your health?! I got your attention didn’t I? Don’t be scared I have just the guest today on the show, that I will introduce in a moment that is going unpack all things on “the breath” and help inspire you to breathe properly so that you can improve your ability to function cognitively, mentally, emotionally and physically. Today’s guest is James Nestor, an author and journalist who has written for Scientific American, Outside, The New York Times, and more. His latest book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art was released earlier this year and was an instant New York Times and London Sunday Times bestseller. Breath explores how the human species has lost the ability to breathe properly--and how to get it back. This is a book I could not put down once I started and It was absolutely “breath taking” for so many reasons..no pun intended. Breath will be translated into more than 30 languages in 2021. Nestor has spoken at Stanford Medical School, the United Nations, Global Classroom, and appeared on more than 60 radio and television shows, including Fresh Air with Terry Gross, the Joe Rogan Show, and more. Be ready to have your mind blown by the wisdom James shares which is all based on his research and experience. Show Notes: Many of us might not know that breathing has a huge impact on our physical, mental and emotional health. But, it’s how we breathe that is the most critical. Having James on this show will absolutely be helpful for us to know the importance of proper breathing in our daily life. The reason why James decided to study about breathing is because back then, even though he was doing all the right things to become healthy, he still suffered from a lot of respiratory illnesses such as constant bronchitis, mild pneumonia, and wheezing. He thought that getting sick was just normal because he lives in the city, until his doctor suggested for him to take a breathing class. And that’s how it all started. You will be enlightened by the results of the experiment James and his team conducted. He will be showing us facts as we talk about the following topics: The importance of nostril breathing and why we are breathing wrong The findings in doing the experiment where he plugged his nose for 10 days and how it impacted: Blood pressure Heart rate Sleep Fatigue Anxiety Mental capabilities Stress How breathing affects three struggles people are facing during these days: Immunity Stress Sleep The damages mouth breathing can do to our nose muscles The correlation with breath work and helping people heal from trauma and/or grief that are usually the reasons why people get into drug addiction James’ experience with managing his own stress levels The importance of holding our breath and what it does as a whole on our body How to properly breathe to calm your anxiety The Book “Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art” Everyone can relate to James’ book because we all breathe. Basically, what James is trying to encapsulate in this book is to describe to people that there's this amazing resource right in the front of our faces — and that is proper breathing. Takeaways: Breathing is a pillar of health. It is the thing that ties all of the different systems of the body together. Our nose is our first line of defense for our health. We have to understand our physiology, how our body processes air, how gas exchange works, how oxygen feeds our hungry cells. And once we understand that, we can really appreciate why it's so important to breathe correctly. If we can become aware of our breath, we can then take control of it. What breath holding allows us to do is become more comfortable with the increase of CO2. When we take control of our breathing, we can influence all our organs’ functions down to our immune systems. Connect with James: Website: https://www.mrjamesnestor.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrjamesnestor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/MrJamesNestor Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art https://www.amazon.com/Breath-New-Science-Lost-Art/dp/0735213615 Connect with Doug Instagram: www.instagram.com/dougbopst Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dougbopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How to Heal Your Past and Set Yourself Free!!!! Unfortunately, most people are chasing external validation and haven’t healed from their past. The lack of forgiveness for themselves and others can rob anyone from experiencing authentic joy and fulfillment. We all have insecurities — it may stem from what we see on social media, something painful that we experienced in childhood or in a previous relationship. If left untreated, these inner demons can lead to deep levels of anxiety, fear, depression and stress. So with that being said, I have the perfect guest today that will help you understand the importance of healing our past, specifically our inner child and how it can set you free. Many of you will recognize today’s guest Christine Hassler from her top rated podcast, her books and her work as a master life coach. In this episode we chat about things such as why we need failed relationships to grow, the tremendous power of forgiveness, the definition of an expectation hangover, what does healing really mean and why she believes nothing isn’t healable and much more. More on Christine: Christine Hassler is a Master coach, facilitator and speaker with over 15 years of experience. She is the best-selling author of three books, most recently Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change your Present and Get What you Really Want and is the host of top-rated podcast “Over it and On With It” where she coaches people live on the show. Christine is known globally for her ability to identify what is holding someone back and compassionately guide them to clarity. She also works with companies and organizations to increase the productivity and decrease the stress of their employees. Christine has a Masters degree in Spiritual Psychology and implements elements of NLP, psychology, spirituality, science and a lot of her own diverse life experience into her work. She’s appeared on: The Today Show, CNN, ABC, CBS, FOX, E!, Style, and The New York Times. Christine believes once we get out of our own way, we can show up to make the meaningful impact we are here to make. So let’s get this healing conversation started and help me welcome the incredibly gifted Christine Hassler to the show. Connect with Christine: Website: christinehassler.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christinehasslerpage Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinehassler/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/christinhassler Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/over-it-and-on-with-it/id1050321415 Connect with Doug Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why You Must Deal with Your Mental Health Before You "Make it." There are so many people that believe they will be eternally satisfied once they have "made it." How many times have you said or heard someone say when I get into a new relationship, I will experience happiness or whenever I hit my salary goal or have financial success I will get out of this rut. We hear that stuff time and time again and we all know that it can make us happy short term, but then our old habits and patterns come back. If you aren’t happy with the person you see in the mirror, none of that other stuff matters. So I encourage you to really pay attention to what my guest today has to say and our discussion in why you have to take care of your mental and emotional health and not focus so much on things externally. Today, I had the opportunity to chat with Apolo Ohno — America's most decorated Winter Olympic Athlete of all time, best selling author and highly sought after keynote speaker (he also won Dancing With the Stars). In this episode, you will gain a lot of life changing lessons based on his personal experience. We get into many topics such as the importance of managing your mental health, how to navigate transitions, dealing with pain and failure, his best practices and so much more. Show Notes: When we hear the word “athlete”, the first thing that comes to our minds is that we expect them to be strong and capable of staying focused and be well-driven, especially those who are at the peak of their career. Little did we know, they’re also struggling with mental health problems. Apolo will be talking about the Olympians’ struggles and the HBO documentary The Weight of Gold that premiered this past summer that showcases how the pressure of being an olympian can massively impact your mental health. It also encourages people to ask for help and not be afraid to open up if they are struggling mentally. As a dedicated mental health advocate, he will make us understand that this anyone can have battles with their mental health. It doesn’t matter who you are or how much you have achieved. He will also be sharing some points that can enlighten everyone about where the struggles of an athlete usually come from Just like all of us, one of the biggest parts of the adversity of being an Olympian athlete is that they are unsure of what’s going to happen once everything they currently have is all gone — may it be material things, money, or fame. Apolo will give his insights about how important it is to immediately identify your strengths and weaknesses, understand the process, and be willing to embrace change so that you’ll know what to do once you have decided to move on to the next chapter of your life. Apolo also encourages the listeners to constantly ask this question: "What do you want from life and what does life want from you?" We all need to know our purpose and meaning. We just have to take time to reflect, and look within. Quote: “What's being thrown at you is out of your control. How you respond, react, and maneuver through this life experience is powerful, and it is within your control.” -Apolo Ohno Connect with Apolo: Website: https://apoloohno.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/apoloohno/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ApoloOhno Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ApoloOhnoOfficial Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Website: www.dougbopst.com/gift More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can’t deny the fact that there are a lot of people who are so afraid to be judged by others because of their failures. Many are also afraid to open up and share their own stories and take a chance on themselves because of their lack of credentials or because they are fearful of looking like a fool. But, what if I told you the very thing you MUST do to be successful is to put yourself out there, fail and not be afraid to look like an idiot. There are also a fair amount people that read book after book only to find themselves in the same place in their lives. Or they may keep jumping from podcast to podcast and unable to move the needle either personally or professionally. Many are having such a hard time really applying what they have learned from past personal development material because they don’t take the time to really process it, implement It and stay consistent. If you happen to experience any of those, then this is the right episode for you! Those are some of the many topics that my guest and I are going to talk about. My guest today knows all about being successful, discovering talent, podcasting, being a parent, overcoming adversity and creating a massive a side hustle. A side hustle that is now one of the top podcasts in the world that he co hosts with his wife Lauryn that now has over 80 million downloads just to give you a hint as to who this might be. Another hint is that That podcast is called the Skinny Confidential Him and Her Podcast. The story doesn’t stop there after boot strapping, self producing and monetizing their own podcast, it inspired him to co-found Dear Media Podcast network where he is the CEO. Dear Media is the first and leading podcast network focused on female voices, audiences, and narratives. With close to 40 shows under management and growing Dear Media is changing the podcast/audio landscape and amplifying female voices. Dear Media is also changing the way talent interacts in this medium. Dear Media's business model brings opportunity not only to podcast channels but any channel that touches a talent's brand. My guest today is Michael Bosstick and will share his tips for people to become confident and be unbothered about other people’s judgements so that they can continue to move forward and achieve their goals. He will also provide some of the most surprising advice on what it takes to be successful and so much more! Get ready to listen and take note of his advice and also make sure to implement what he has to say into your life. It will all be worth it! The Skinny Confidential Podcast: The podcast started as a side hustle. Michael was earning other businesses and Lauryn was running her brand. The podcast was a side thing they did as a hobby. And since then, it's obviously become a decently successful show. In addition to that, it was the catalyst to kick off the Dear Media Podcast Network, and the entire network -- the team, the 50+ shows represent would not be possible and not be represented, if Michael didn't take a chance and jump into the show with Lauryn and have that sh*tty thing that ultimately looked really foolish doing in the beginning, but now has kind of proven itself out. Michael’s Advice: For the people who are afraid of judgments: No matter what you do, you're going to look a little stupid, a little foolish, a little bit silly in the beginning, but ultimately on the other side of that is where you'll find happiness and success. For anyone who is afraid to open up and share their stories: People can’t find success long term if they're not authentic. If you don't bear it all and you don't put it out there in an authentic way, there's no longevity, which it really like reinforces and enables you to go out there and just be yourself. For people who are struggling to implement what they’ve learned from podcasts and books: Everything starts with actually taking a step of action -- step one. The mistake people make is that they tend to start thinking from A to Z instead of A to B. If you actually go and do the first thing you could potentially do, and you take step one and do the main thing that you can do right now, it will absolutely lead to the rest. You will figure it out along the way you need to build momentum. People that actually have success in life are the people that take massive amounts of action. Current Struggles: Michael will be sharing about some of the struggles and discomfort he dealt and the importance of just staying in your lane, accepting the things that work for you and not worrying about what other people think. He will also talk about the biggest challenges they are facing right now and will be sharing his tips on how to get through it every single day. This is really interesting. Tune in to this episode and your perspective will surely be influenced in a better way! Words of motivation from Michael: People that have those judgments and actually care about what you're doing and judge you for failing are the real losers. The moment yo

If you are feeling stuck or uncertain right now, then you need to listen to this episode! The television and film industry has definitely changed during this pandemic and my guest today is the co-creator, show runner and executive producer of one of the most popular shows there is right now, that like many had to pause production during COVID. The show I am referencing, Billions is also one of my personal favorites and a favorite to so many. My guest today is Brian Koppelman. He is the co-creator, executive producer, and showrunner of Showtime's hit drama series, BILLIONS. Over the past two decades, Koppelman and his writing/producing/directing partner, David Levien, have created an influential and diverse body of work in both film and television. Some of their most noteworthy credits include Rounders, Ocean's Thirteen, Solitary Man, The Illusionist, Runaway Jury, Tilt, ESPN's 30 for 30 (This Is What They Want), and I Smile Back. Koppelman is the host and creator of the hit podcast, The Moment with Brian Koppelman. If you are currently struggling and uncertain about your future, this is the perfect episode for you! He will give lots of advice about how to deal with the feeling of being stuck, and tips on how to be able to follow your heart’s desire and do what you really love. Everything he is about to say in this episode is all based on his life experiences, and I’m sure that a lot of people, especially in these hard times can truly relate. Brian’s Backstory: Brian loved the arts, and he was in every play, and assistant directed all the plays at school, but he didn't think that he was a particularly gifted artist. The hardest part of school for him was school itself because he had pretty severe ADHD. Brian was always singled out as being smart, but being lazy or not willing to do what was necessary. He was drawn to books and movies, and music and comedy. He loves listening to people talk and then being able to repeat it and incorporate it in his own language. And he always could remember the dialogue and memorize movies. He just didn't know that those are necessarily useful skills for his life as a writer, it just didn't connect for him for a very, very long time. Since the show industry paused, how does Brian manage to go through that? According to Brian, whatever the challenges are, with regard to dealing with the pandemic, and whatever uncertainty he is grappling with, he doesn't dwell on it. That’s his secret. Brain’s life in the music industry: Brain had a very successful career in the music industry. He was 30 years of age and his first child was born when he realized he’s not doing the real thing that he loves. Listen to this episode to hear Brian’s story about his moment of clarity when he was listening to Counting Crows, and he was like “This isn't for me.” Brian’s advice for somebody who's feeling stuck during these times: Trying to find the reason you need to make the shift is very important. Once you know the reason, you will be able to do anything because the reason is strong — the reasons to make the change. Brian’s health secret: Brian will be talking about his transformation in his health and will share some of his tips based on his own experience that a lot of people could adapt into their day-to-day life. Billions: Get to know the backstory of the show “Billions”. You will learn the deeper reason behind everything, and why did they come up with the idea of creating this show. Brian’s advice to the anyone who is currently struggling in different aspects of their life: Remember that you have so much more power and personal agency than you think in your low moments. You can take some steps today — make a plan today. To move forward, it starts with figuring out what you want. Take out a piece of paper and tell yourself, you're not going to censor, and just write for a half hour. Even if you're not a writer, grab a pen, and just write down everything that's going through your mind, and find the thread of where you want to go. Let that be your North Star and just take a small step in that direction. If you're really struggling, find somebody to call today and talk through it with them. Don't suffer and struggle alone. Connect with Brian: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briankoppelman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/briankoppelman Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-moment-with-brian-koppelman/id814550071 Connect with Doug Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/ More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let’s face it, today there are many people struggling with their finances. People have lost their jobs, some have been furloughed, some have had their income drop and this pandemic has impacted so many in such a way that has left them feeling fearful, uncertain, anxious and stressed on what’s to come. So today, I wanted to bring on the show an expert that will help you better your financial situation right now. My guest today is Rachel Cruze — an American author who specializes on the subject of personal finance. Her book Smart Money Smart Kids, co-authored with her father, Dave Ramsey, reached number one on The New York Times Best Seller list in 2014. She’s also the host of the Rachel Cruze show. We are going to talk about budgeting, family and of course finances. And with the difficult situation happening around us, Rachel will share some of her tips and strategies on how people can effectively manage their money and be financially secure until they live a life that is debt-free! So if you are one of the many who got affected financially during these difficult times, and you are having a hard time with planning and handling the budget for yourself and your family, this is the perfect episode for you! What's it like growing up with Dave Ramsey as a Dad? Rachel’s Mom and Dad, obviously, were really intentional with teaching them how money works, but it was not something that they obsessed over. They were never given an allowance. They were always on commission. “You work, you get paid. You don't work, you don't get paid.” What can Rachel say about people falling into this comparison trap with impulsive spending, and how to prevent it? Social media has become so normalized, like it's a part of our everyday life. People are on it constantly and the hard thing is mostly what people see are the best parts of everyone's life -- great vacations, great meals that are being cooked. And that's how we've been for almost a decade of seeing these things over and over. And assuming that's how life should be. And if people are not meeting that, then the avenue of debt is right there for us to walk right down and get it because we think it's normal. We have to shake out what is normal, because what's normal is “broke”, we're finding that 78% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck. The Four Walls Rachel points out that during these tough times, it's most important to take care of the four walls that surround you which includes: Food Shelter Utilities Transportation Tune in to this episode and digest what Rachel said about these 4 walls. You will surely gain something that is really helpful and might change your perspective when it comes to handling money! Rachel will also talk about how she manages to protect her energy and make sure that she’s taking care of herself to be a beacon of light to everybody. And just like everyone else, Rachel also faced some adversity in her life! You better listen to this as she tells her story and what she learned from it. Words of wisdom from Rachel: “Money is just a tool to create a life that we love. But it is not life. We're not working just to make money.” “Control what you can control and don't make decisions based out of fear.” Connect with Rachel: Website: https://www.rachelcruze.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachelramseycruze Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelcruze Twitter: https://twitter.com/rachelcruze YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/rachelcruze Connect with Doug Website: www.dougbopst.com/ Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/ More on Earth Echo Foods/Cacao Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you are someone who is in pain, stuck in a "rut," struggling with fear or uncertainty? Congratulations, you are in the right place. Today's guest says that you MUST use your pain as a motivator to take the small steps to change your life. Today is a special treat. I have been tracking down this guy to get this interview for quite some time and after hearing who it is you will understand why. Many of you will recognize today's guest from his highly acclaimed podcast. Some of you have may have read his books or just heard of his incredible accomplishments online. He hosts one of the most popular podcasts out there and his show was the first major podcast to feature my story. I am so blessed that the tables have turned and I’m now able to pay it forward and have him as a guest on my podcast. He is also one of the fittest humans alive. Just to give you an idea he completed 5 ironman distance triathlons on 5 different islands of Hawaii in less than a week. He is also a recovery warrior, having over 20 years of sobriety. Today we get into some parts of his journey that you may not be familiar with. I am very excited that Rich Roll joins me on the show today. Rich is the host of the highly popular, Rich Roll podcast. His memoir "Finding Ultra: Rejecting Middle Age, Becoming One of the World’s Fittest Men, and Discovering Myself” was a best seller. His newest book "Voicing Change" is available for sale tomorrow and will undoubtedly be equally successful. In addition to being a podcast host and author, he is also a plant based nutrition advocate and ultra endurance athlete. He is a beacon of light to people worldwide as an inspiring example of transformation, courage and healthy living. He is the epitome of using Adversity to his Advantage! “Change is not only possible, it's freely available to you.” -Rich Roll Get ready to have your mind blown by the incredible wisdom and inspiration he's gained from his personal and professional experiences. We chat about the following topics and so much more: Rich’s effective way of dealing with anything he’s struggling with Why surrendering and letting go of what you can't control is so important to get yourself out of a hole How staying connected to people that inspire you is helpful for your recovery How can someone go from being in such a fear-based mindset to living more with faith Developing such incredible conversational skills despite being shy in younger years is possible Why is it so important to play the long game when it comes to trying to achieve your goals How Rich uses his podcast as a healthy outlet and a major act of service The steps you can take for someone who's struggling Some of the biggest actions Rich personally takes that gets his mood up Rich’s advice for someone who wants to change the way they talk to themselves and create lasting change in their life: "Change is not only possible, it's freely available." -Rich Roll He shares that it starts with taking one very small action and building off of that. It's not going to happen overnight. "If you are in pain, congratulations, that's the best place to start. Use that pain as a motivator, as a lever to actually get you up off the couch. Whether that's literal or figurative and start to manifest in very small nuggets, the life that you would like to lead." -Rich Roll He talks about beginning with very basic actions. It could just start with simple steps such as writing down the things you are struggling with in your life and jotting down the things you want to give more attention to. Another "first step" example can be putting your shoes on to go for a walk because you have aspirations to run a marathon. "It's not about quitting your job overnight and making some broad dramatic statement. It really is about these tiny things that you commit yourself to." -Rich Roll Rich shares that If you are having trouble staying committed or on track, find an accountability partner that you can trust. "Ask yourself, how committed are you to change and are you willing to take some uncomfortable actions in order to shift your reality?" -Rich Roll Rich’s Latest Book: Voicing Change It's an aesthetic compilation of wisdom that showcases many of the life changing conversations between Rich and many of his guests. The inspiration for this book is really a desire to canonize some of the wisdom and inspiration that Rich received as a result of hosting his podcast. It's also a way of honoring the many guests that he had on the show, and also honoring the audience. He wanted to do it in an aesthetically pleasing way. Which is why they decided to go with a coffee table book format. Get the book here: richroll.com/vc Connect with Rich: Website: richroll.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/richroll/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/richrollfans Twitter: https://twitter.com/richroll YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/richroll Rich’s Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rich-roll-podcast/id582272991 https://open.spot

My guest today is the former Miss United States and sports anchor, Whitney Miller. She has found her true calling helping individuals and couples as a love, sex and relationship coach. Her experiential journey to self-mastery started 5 years ago with her well publicized open relationship with an ex fiance. Whitney has since joined forces with some of the leading scientists and researchers in the field, and now hosts talks and workshops around the world. She believes that regardless of your relationship construct, monogamous or open, there are always ways to create more love, better sex, and healthier, happier relationships. If you are someone who struggles dealing with your personal insecurities, and you’re tired of hearing people tell you what to do with your life, then you should listen to this episode. Whitney and I will be talking about her incredible backstory, having a strong mindset and how to overcome you deepest insecurities to improve your self confidence and become your best self. Whitney’s Backstory: Whitney was naturally gifted. She started doing gymnastics and soccer by the time she was four. That's the only thing that she knew and she loved competing. She loves trying new things and doing pretty well at it. Pageantry was a complete out of the box for Whitney because growing up, she used to be a tomboy playing sports with the boys in the neighborhood and keeping up with her brothers. She was at the age of 15 when she started competing in a pageant. On that same day, she also had a surfing contest. She showed up to rehearsals, all sunburned, clearly not taking the pageant seriously at all. But she went into it and was just trying to see what it was like. And that’s what her mindset was. Her parents always told her, “Whitney always does what she wants to do, like we can tell her to do one thing, but she's going to try to figure it out on her own.” Whitney’s strong mindset She ended up winning the pageant and that's when she started to understand the pageant industry. When I'm 15 years old, she had a very naturally athletic body, which is great for sports, but not great for pageants, particularly back then. According to Whitney, 15 or 16 years ago, having abs and arms wasn't really considered sexy or feminine on a woman. And so I was constantly told, “You need to be softer. You need to get rid of some of your muscle. You need to not work out so much.” Her main secret is that she wouldn't let anyone say what she should do, or how she should be. She’s going t o just be authentically herself. Again, she ended up winning Miss Texas, and winning the swimsuit, which is really interesting, because she still had my very athletic body. So she won swimsuit, went to Miss Texas. And when she went to Miss United States, she kept the same mindset. How Whitney handles her insecurities: For Whitney, people just need to understand that insecurities are just part of our lives. And insecurities exist to teach us. Whitney always tries to see how she can transform her insecurity into something that can be one of her greatest teachers, that can actually lead to a life that she really wants to live. The Momentum We make a choice and we get a little bit more momentum. We keep going until we start to just feel that way and we're gonna mess up. We're human, we're not always going to be perfect and stay on that course. By gaining that momentum, we gain confidence, because we start to trust ourselves that we're making the right decisions for ourselves. Tune in to this episode to know more about Whitney’s journey and life lessons that she will be sharing! Get Coached By Whitney: Whitney's TogetherNLove Mentorship Program Connect with Whitney: Twitter: https://twitter.com/whitnlove Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Miss2Jits Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitnlove/ Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/gift More on Soul CBD Gummies: Click the link below and enter the code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off Soul CBD Gummies! www.mysoulcbd.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you are self-conscious and struggling on how to be more confident with yourself, this is a MUST LISTEN! My guest today is none other than David Nurse — an NBA life and optimization coach, future bestselling author, and worldwide motivational speaker. As a former professional basketball player (both international and domestic) and a coach for the Brooklyn Nets, David has personally helped over 150 NBA players with their personal and professional development both on and off the court. In this episode, we will be talking about his so-called 7 Steps to Unshakable Confidence. If you are self-conscious and struggling on how to be more confident with yourself, this is a MUST LISTEN! You will learn a lot from David as he gives tips and pieces of advice not only to achieve confidence, but to become optimistic as well! The Pivotal Moment in David's life: David grew up in the middle of cornfields of Iowa. He always wanted to play in the NBA. That was his whole dream. His whole mission, everything he did on a daily basis was poured into how he could play in the NBA. Now, he never dunk a basketball once. He can't even touch the rim of 6'2", because he is not very athletic. College basketball basically grinded David's way to achieve his dream. He played professionally over in Europe. Fast forward, he gets cut from that team. Not only are all his hopes and dreams and everything that he put into his life with no backup plan, everything was taken away from him. He came home and his mom told him something he never heard before that really stuck him. His mom said, "David, when one door closes, four open in an entire beachfront patio overlooking the ocean." That's when it triggered him. He realized that everything he's been doing to play in the NBA has actually been for him to learn how to help others -- how to coach. The pivot that everything David put into it was to actually coach. He made that decision to become a coach in the NBA. Tips from David to become optimistic: - Know that failure is not just a way that we can learn and grow. It is the only way to learn and grow. - Failure is a big time blessing because not only are we learning and growing, but it's also able to teach someone to help somebody else along their journey, who goes through the same exact thing that we are struggling with right now in our life. - Know that God's timing always ends up being so much better than our own timing. - Take 1% steps daily. David's 7 Steps to Unshakable Confidence: - Confidence through Comparison - Confidence through Focusing on Your Strength - Confidence through Redefining Vocabulary - Confidence through Creating Your Own Personal Highlight Reel - Confidence through Pouring Into Others - Confidence through Your Cue Word - Confidence through Preparation — The Relentless Consistency Tune in to this episode to know what those steps mean, so that you will also be able to achieve that unshakable confidence within you! Connect with David: Instagram: www.instagram.com/davidnursenba Amazon: Pivot and Go Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/gift More on Earth Echo Foods/Golden Superfood Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, my guest and I are going to talk not only about business and entrepreneurship, but also about breaking unhealthy generational patterns and creating massive success. This will make people realize that just because you are born into unhealthy or traumatic family dynamics, it doesn't have to be that moving forward. Once you break the pattern and commit to working on yourself, great things can happen. This includes not only making a lot of money, but changing a lot of lives along the way. My guest today is none other than The Jenn Kennedy — an impact-driven business mentor and a coach. She is the founder of Impact to Income Academy and she helps people absolutely crush and scale their business. Jenn’s Back Story: Jenn was just 5 years old when her parents got divorced. That time, she doesn’t even know what “divorce” means. All she knew was everybody is sad. Her mom was depressed, and her dad wasn’t around. She realized as the oldest daughter of their family that it was going to very quickly be her job to just make sure that everyone's happy. She took on the role of her family to be the light and just make sure that no one is sad. If she was mad or frustrated, it was just buried deeper and deeper because her parents were both very stubborn in their alcoholism tendencies and they told her to never ask for help, because they can do anything by themselves and they just act like everything's okay. That message and mentality really is what caused Jenn’s eating disorder. It's what caused her to try drugs when she was in college. It's what caused her to never think that she was good enough, skinny enough, smart enough, no matter how hard she worked. It was the reason why she was looking for approval, and looking for her self worth in every single human in her life besides herself. After she overcame that eating disorder, she realized how many women were struggling with the same things she was struggling with, because she didn't speak about anything. She realized that women were still struggling and were not living in their power, because they were afraid that their physical bodies weren't good enough for that. That's when Jenn started her first business, which was nutrition coaching. And that's the reason why she found the passion in helping women uncover their power and stand in their confidence as a woman in their body. Jenn’s secret to effectively deal with all the circumstances that the world is going through right now: Jenn always takes care of herself first. As a leader, she knows that she has to take care of herself first. And that means her energy, mind, body, soul, and everything. The first thing that she’s doing is she’s making sure that she is still showing up, most importantly, for herself. She is educating herself, trying to understand, and learning to lead like an imperfect person. She doesn't know what's right. She doesn't know what's wrong, but she is leading anyway. And so she’s just leading, knowing she’s going to make mistakes, knowing that she has flaws, but she’s showing up anyway, because that's what's near and dear to her heart. In this episode, Jenn will be answering these questions: How did Jenn manage to leave her teaching career to become a full-time entrepreneur How well did Jenn handle all the judgements thrown to her by the people around her How Jenn and her husband made their relationship work better despite all the difficulties they faced while they try to grow individually What are Jenn’s main goal in building her own business Words of wisdom from Jenn: “The only person who should be in charge of yourself, is yourself.” “If I can do it, anyone can do it.” “Every single human is born with empathy.” “Comparing yourself to others can be really healthy.” Tune in to this episode to know the reason behind these quotes from Jenn! Connect with Jenn: https://www.instagram.com/thejennkennedy https://www.yourimpactyourincome.com/ImpacttoIncomeAcademy Connect with Doug Instagram: @dougbopst Facebook: Doug Bopst Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/690686891674188 Website: www.dougbopst.com/gift More on Earth Echo Foods/Golden Superfood Bliss: www.earthechofoods.com/dougbopst Use Promo code "Doug" at checkout to receive 15% off your order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My guest today is Bedros Keuilian - a serial entrepreneur with multi-million dollar generating businesses in franchising, software, digital marketing, and business consulting. Bedros is the founder and CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp three times listed on Entrepreneur Magazine’s 500 fastest growing franchises in the world. He is also known as the hidden genius behind many of the top businesses, entrepreneurs and thought leaders. His list of clients include New York Times best-selling authors, celebrities, NFL athletes, Navy SEALS and massive social influencers who turn to him when they want to create highly profitable brands and businesses In this episode, we will be talking about his life experiences that can absolutely help lots of people, especially those who have gone through tough times and are not certain about what their future holds. Bedros will make us realize that everything happens for a reason, and we can reach our goals and dreams if we just attract positivity, and let it enter our lives. Bedros’ Backstory Bedros is a foreigner and was an immigrant to the United States. He came from a communist country, Armenia, which at the time was under Soviet rule. His dad was a member of the Communist country. But he was a capitalist and he was the most westernized communist on the planet. Bedros and his family escaped the Soviet Union into Italy. When they got to Italy, they went to the American console and it took about 10 days for them to get all of their paperwork right, and legally enter the United States. The reason was his dad had to literally say, “Look, I'm a member of the Communist Party. I didn't want to be a member, but I had no choice. whatever information you want about communism, I'll gladly share it with you guys.” And so they entered as political refugees. Bedros was 6 years old that time. When his family was still living in Armenia, they had a very good and comfortable life. But when they went to the United State, they were living in section eight housing, he’s getting picked on and bullied by the neighborhood kids, and his family was eating out of dumpsters that they find in the back of grocery stores where people throw away food. His dad worked at a gas station pumping gas at a pizzeria wiping tables down and delivering newspapers to in the morning. Now, Bedros is a 46-year-old man and CEO Fit Body Boot Camp, an international franchise and software company supplement company and coaching programs and he has coached Navy Seals and Super Bowl winning NFL athletes and some of the top thought leaders that everyone's probably following have been his clients. Like that adversity that he dealt with as a kid was literally the foundation of which how he built myself and how he coaches his coaching clients. According to Bedros, most things can be solved if you have enough adversity tolerance in your life, and that's literally the foundation of his coaching program. The Start of the Fit Body Boot Camp Bedros became a personal trainer because he was a fat kid. Going through elementary, junior and senior year of high school, he decided to work out and get in shape because he wanted to go to prom. He lost 30 pounds senior year of high school I've got more confidence. The way his body changed, he knew that this is what he wants to do for a living. He wants to be a personal trainer. And so he worked in a big box gym as a personal trainer, but didn't know how to sell himself. He also worked as a fry cook at Disneyland and as a bouncer at a bar. But one day one of his personal training clients was like, “Dude, you can do this on your own. Like you can have your own gym.” That guy, Jim, started to mentor Bedros, and that was his first exposure to mentors. Jim saw something in Bedros, and that’s how he ended up starting Fit Body Boot Camp after a series of owning his own gyms, selling them coaching and consulting the personal training industry. Bedros’ life experiences: When Bedros was 37 years old, he felt like he was having a heart attack. In that moment, all he could think about was who's going to walk Chloe down the aisle, his daughter when she's older, and gets married, who's going to teach his son Andrew to be a modern-day knight, and he made a promise to his wife that he would protect her, and so who's going to be there to protect her when he’s gone? Listen to this episode to know what really happened to Bedros and how he survived this trying times of his life! Lessons and words of wisdom from Bedros: Positive mental attitude is mandatory. Before we physically die, we tend to mentally die first. Let's always focus on what we can focus on, and only go down that path. “We have one of two shirts we can put on… But one shirt says, ‘What can you do for me today?’ and the other shirt says, ‘How can I serve you today?’ You put on the shirt that says, ‘How can I serve you today?’ You're going to have more things work out in your favor, because there's this universal law that seems to reward people who show up by

Losing a loved one due to suicide is really tough. You will always ask yourself why you let that happen, and you will always tell yourself that you should have done something to prevent that from happening. If you have been following me for sometime, you know that mentors have been so meaningful in my own transformation and that has trickled down into being able to help others. Some of them have made big names for themselves and then there are a few “unsung heroes” that aren’t as reputable. One that many of you know have come to know is my cellmate, another is today’s guest Larry Indiviglia. Larry has been a mentor and coach of mine for nearly a decade and been instrumental in my success and transformation and frankly this podcast wouldn’t have happened if it wasn’t for him. He and I met through our mutual friend Todd Durkin at his mentorship and have developed a transformative professional and personal relationship since. Larry is also a retired Naval Officer, he served 26 years in the Navy and has been a fitness professional for 32 years. You are really going to appreciate hearing about his life experience and how he used negative situations and turned them into something positive and meaningful. His “Yoda like” wisdom coupled with his grit is remarkable and has been able touch the lives of so many. His unmatched ability to empathize and inspire others comes from his own personal journey of overcoming massive adversity. He lost his sister to a car accident that he was the one driving the car and lost his brother to suicide. He broke his neck, survived colon cancer, and lost the love of his life dying on a deathbed next to him... But he is still able to give back, write an amazing book, and help people change the world. He will make everyone realize that it’s okay for someone to not think about others and focus on themselves first. Not only will it save you from all the burden that was thrown at you, but can also be the reason for you to do great things! Larry’s backstory:Back in 1973, Larry went to Naval Academy at the age of 17. It was great for him because he made lots of friends in different unions. He spent his four years there and worked real hard. It was his graduation week -- a very special time for all the families. He was driving his sister and aunt to the airport, but unfortunately, they didn’t make it. They had a really bad car accident where his sister died. That was his first day as an ensign in the Navy, and there he was lying in Walter Reed Hospital. Fortunately, he only got some bruises and a little concussion but he survived. Four days later, Larry was at a funeral and that was a really tough time for him. But he knew that he just needed to sit down there and move forward. His sister’s loss and aunt's loss gave him the inspiration to then get back on track and do something special with his life. Larry’s Unshaken Faith: Larry is a Christian and he believes that God has a plan — that Christ has a plan for all of us. After they buried his sister, his dad said, “Larry, go and live your life. God has saved you for a reason. You don't have to prove anything. Just go out there and be you, and live your life. You don't have to do anything especially for Barbara, and Teresa. You don't have to do anything special.” The best thing for him was to get out of that environment. If he had to stay home and wallow around if he got seriously injured, that would have been a lot tougher for him. He didn't have time to process it super intently. He was able to put it behind him and then move forward because he had a job to do. In four years on that ship, Larry won two medals. He didn't necessarily do it for anybody. He just did what he felt he had to do. Larry didn't have time to wallow in it. It might sound selfish, but that really helped him and his faith. From being in the Navy to being into fitness: Larry always wanted to get into the fitness word. He used to follow bodybuilding when he was in high school. You have got to listen to this episode to know more about Larry’s interesting journey and how he ended up having his own fitness center in Coronado! Larry Indiviglia and Todd Durkin Larry truly believes that it's one of the plans sometimes God has for our lives. He brings people into our life for a reason. And he met Todd for a reason. Their bond is really interesting yet inspiring because through the last 20+ years, Larry and Todd made a massive impact in the world together. If you are curious about how and when they met, you will know the history in this episode, so tune in! Larry’s pieces of advice for anyone who lost a loved one and going through tough times: Accept a realization that you can't save someone You will get clarity when adversity strikes. If you have faith, go back to your faith and thank God for the lesson he has given you in that process, and that you're still here and able to continue your journey. Buy Larry's new book: 126 Days, 11 Minutes: Our Love Story Connect with Larry: Facebook

A lot of people think that their current situation will be a lifelong one -- may it be about their struggles, financial status, and even in their career. Sometimes people think that they are imprisoned by what/where they are right now. They tend to think that there is no possible way to shift from doing what they used to do for a living, to doing what they really are passionate about. Today’s guest will make us realize that change is okay, and how doing what we really love can change our lives for the better. We just have to embrace changes. My guest is Chris Gronkowski -- the owner and inventor of the Ice Shaker. He first made a career for himself as a professional football player and joined the NFL in 2010 after being signed by the Dallas Cowboys as a fullback. During his years in the NFL, Gronkowski also played for the Indianapolis Colts and Denver Broncos. In 2016, he decided to put his entrepreneurial skills to the test when he set out to create a protein shaker bottle that would alleviate many of the issues he and other avid athletes experience with standard protein shakers. Chris Gronkowski Backstory Chris has 4 brothers and they all play pro-sports. His eldest brother plays baseball. They did not come from a football family. They were just athletes because their parents can’t handle them being inside the house all day, because it will be like they will take five boys, they leave them inside a house, and all they will do is fight. It will be just all brawls non-stop. So Chris and his brothers put all their energy into sports. And that's how that all came about. His goal really wasn't to make it to the NFL, and he actually thought he had zero chance. All he gets told every single year by his teachers and by everyone is, “Hey, this is a dream. Very few people make it. It's one in a million. Get your grades because it's probably not happening for you.” Being told that everyday, Chris’ goal was just to get to college, and get the best education possible. But he was lucky enough to get a last minute scholarship offer to the University of Maryland and he got to college for free at division one. Then along the way, he obviously put his all into athletics. And since he has his brother on his team, it became a competition between brothers. And that just led them to pushing each other harder and harder. It led to an opportunity where scouts might have been coming in to see his brother, Rob, but they were also seeing him at the same time. What is it like to play in the NFL? According to Chris, playing in the NFL is not just a game. It's a job. A hard and super stressful job. In college, you could pretty much hold up a sign. If you see the signs on the sideline like, “What the hell does that mean?” And it actually tells you exactly what you’re doing. In the NFL, it's definitely not like college. You walk up to the line, you have a quarterback, like a Brady - Peyton Manning, he's calling out one word on the line, and in a split second, you have to know exactly what you're doing. So you have to be a pretty smart and intelligent person. And then also with that, you'll play changes as “defend changes.” Chris’ transition from being in the NFL to becoming an entrepreneur It was almost a blessing in disguise when Chris got hurt in his fourth year. He took an injury settlement, because once you get hurt in a camp, and you're not a superstar player, you're pretty much “damaged goods” at that time. They'll release you and they'll pay you out as long as they think you're going to be hurt. And so they paid Chris for three games. So it was an easy, easy transition for Chris because his wife also started a business in his third year. She started hand painting wine glasses, and he saw it as if this little hobby that's going nowhere. But pretty soon they started to sell. They started selling. She had to find a way to scale up and she started scaling up and at that time, while Chris ended his first contract with the Broncos. Chris had this little break and he started looking into the business and realized that it was a huge opportunity. It was personalized gifts and it was super expensive. It was a long turnaround time. And they had a way to do it fast most of the time, same day and do it for a lot cheaper just through our mind and through the etsy platform and their own website. So he started pouring money into it, putting the NFL money into commercial grade laser engravers and, and other machines to personalize gifts and soon enough you know it took off. He was there for a couple months, he got hurt and he had this to fall back on so it wasn't too hard and he just poured everything into it. So Chris went from everything in football, to the blog days just right over to business and putting the long hours in which was his wife's business and did that for about five years until he thought of the idea for ice shaker which he eventually got on to to shark tank and going into four years. What are some things that Chris did to develo

Gabby Reece: Being of service is the ultimate sign of strength. My guest today is none other than Gabby Reece -- not only a volleyball legend, but an inspirational leader, host of the Gabby Reece show, author and entrepreneur. But, most importantly she’s a mom, a wife and an incredible human. In this episode, she will be sharing lots of inspiring experience-based stories about her life as an athlete, wife, mother, and entrepreneur. Tune in to this episode and take notes of all the words of wisdom that Gabby will be sharing with us! Gabby Reece’s Backstory: Gabby’s father passed when she was very young. And when she was a junior in high school at the age of 15, she was living in the Virgin Islands. She thinks she was going nowhere, because it didn't occur to her. She didn't have people around her who were like, “Go to college.” and all those things. It was like people were having a good time. Her mother pulled her out of that situation and put her into St. Petersburg, Florida, because she was six foot three. And she walked into a very small school, and people automatically were like, “Oh, you're gonna play sports.” Because if you were worth your weight at all in sports, in that community, you would have gone to a bigger school to try to get attention. And so she got involved. She had messed around a little bit with volleyball but really got involved with volleyball and basketball. Her basketball coach was a great mentor. There were a few families in that environment who saw that Gabby was navigating a couple things as far as like her home situation, and people sort of said, “We'll help this kid a little bit.” Even in her senior year, weirdly, she lived with the principal and his wife and their two small children because her mom was not going back to that school. And that was her senior year and she sort of built some stability and he was like, “No send, Gabby.” And when she got put into the school which was funny for her, because it's a Christian school, and she feels like she was the only “unsaved person.” Gabby thinks she’s by nature and totally, she’s probably inside pretty defiant in a different kind of way. So then she got offers to play basketball and volleyball in college, and she has chosen Florida State. And then her coach, Dr. Cecile Ron ended up having a huge impact on her life. How did sports save Gabby’s life? Gabby went from the pros back into work life. Her strategic self looked at continuing in volleyball, and it was tough. It was such a small sport, but it’s a community on purpose, contribution to the tribe, and level of self discipline -- these things are very grounding. As for Gabby, when someone put in an honest day's work, whatever that work is, she thinks it empowers a person in a way, even though it's challenging and hard, and sometimes they really don't want to do it reinforces their mettle, as a person, their armor, their ability to also believe in themselves that, “I may not know a lot, and I might be uncomfortable, and I'm unsure. But at least I have the ability to work to learn something new.” Gabby’s successful married life with her husband, Laird: When Gabby was working, she was always doing other things. And one of those was doing TV. She had a show on MTV sports. But that brought her to another show that she hosted, The Extremists. And then she met Laird, her husband on that show. And now, they’re married for 23 years. Gabby and her husband are not easy people. They’re both pretty intense. For Gabby, a person can't dictate to their partner on how to do something. Both her and Laird are highly self governed. They’re interested in trying to really show up as flawed as it is. And if they have a real issue, the good thing is that Laird certainly is a clear deck guy. Every day, he's the one who taught Gabby about helpful conflict, because before, Gabby thought that when you love someone, you just kind of don't say anything. Gabby is not looking for Laird to make her fulfilled or happy. And what she says to him is like, “I can't make you happy, but I could make your life better.” Gabby thinks that we live in a time where people are really afraid to be of service to one another. And what she knows to be true, is that being of service is the ultimate sign of strength. It is not, in fact, a weakness. Gabby and Laird’s parenting styles: She started as a step parent, her oldest daughter was very young, four or five months old, when she met Laird, they've co-parented the whole time with her than eight years into their relationship. They had their second daughter, who's now almost 17, and then her youngest daughter is now 12. She was like, “Okay, if I'm, if I create a really safe and clean and healthy, peaceful home, I'm gonna, it's going to take care of everything.” And then what she realized is that every kid is different. And they will have to go through things that their parents didn't want them to have to go through. And then they become teenagers, and they start to talk to their pare