Unlocking the Power of Connection with Dr. Adam Dorsay

What if the key to a thriving life—both personally and professionally—lies in how we connect? In this episode of Beyond The Pills, we dive deep into the science and psychology of connection with Dr. Adam Dorsay, a renowned psychologist and executive coach based in Silicon Valley.

Dr. Dorsay has worked with high-achieving professionals, executives, entrepreneurs, and even professional athletes, helping them navigate the complexities of emotional well-being. As the host of the award-winning SuperPsyched podcast, a TEDx speaker, and the bestselling author of Super Psyched: Unleash the Power of the 4 Types of Connection and Live the Life You Love, he brings a wealth of expertise on what it truly means to form meaningful relationships.

Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Dorsay has developed international resilience programs for companies like Facebook and now serves as a consultant for DigitalOcean. His insights on the four ways we connect—emotionally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually—have transformed countless lives. Whether you're a leader, an entrepreneur, or simply someone seeking deeper fulfillment, this episode will provide game-changing insights into the psychology of connection.

Don’t miss this conversation that could redefine how you approach relationships in every area of your life. Tune in to Beyond The Pills and discover how to cultivate stronger, more fulfilling connections starting today.

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🔗 Resources from Dr. Adam Dorsay:

📖 Super Psyched (Book): Available on Amazon

🎤 TEDx Talks:

• Friendships in Adulthood: 5 Things to Know
• Men and Their Emotions

🌍 Website: dradamdorsay.com

Rewiring the Brain: The Power of Neurofeedback for Healing and Performance



What if your brain could heal itself—naturally? In this episode of Beyond The Pills, we dive into the world of neurofeedback and integrative brain health with John Mekrut, founder of The Balanced Brain Neurofeedback Training Center in Los Angeles. After a career in Hollywood, John discovered the power of neurofeedback through a deeply personal journey with his daughter on the autism spectrum. Now, he helps individuals optimize their brain function to achieve lasting wellness.

John’s expertise bridges the gap between cutting-edge neuroscience and holistic healing. With training from the world-renowned Othmer Institute and qEEG specialist Dr. David Kaiser, he uses brain self-regulation techniques to help clients overcome anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and more. But his approach doesn’t stop at the brain—his team integrates functional medicine, nutritional lab testing, biometrics, and holistic coaching to ensure full-body wellness.

Imagine reducing stress, sharpening your focus, and enhancing cognitive performance without pharmaceuticals. Through neurofeedback, John helps clients retrain their brains effortlessly—unlocking better sleep, emotional resilience, and peak mental performance. Whether advising corporate wellness programs, speaking at events, or working with individuals, his mission is clear: true healing starts from within.

Don’t miss this powerful discussion on rewiring your brain for better health. Tune in to learn how neurofeedback can be the missing piece in your wellness journey.

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🔗 Learn More About John Mekrut & The Balanced Brain:

🌎 Website: www.thebalancedbrain.com

🔗 LinkedIn: John Mekrut

📺 YouTube: The Balanced Brain Neurofeedback

📘 Facebook: The Balanced Brain

The Balanced Doctor: Coaching, Community, and Purpose-Driven Success



Are you a physician feeling overwhelmed by the demands of modern medicine? Imagine a world where you can thrive in your career without sacrificing your personal joy. Welcome to an episode that challenges the status quo—a chance to rethink what it means to live well as a doctor.

In this episode of Beyond The Pills, we sit down with Dr. Michael Hersh—a gastroenterologist, dedicated physician coach at Better Physician Life Coaching, and co-host of Doctors Living Deliberately. Dr. Hersh has been at the forefront of helping physicians break free from burnout by coaching them on work-life balance, goal setting, stress management, and creating a purposeful life. His honest insights into the unique challenges male physicians face and his emphasis on vulnerability as a source of strength will captivate anyone looking to transform their medical career and personal life.

Dr. Hersh believes you don’t have to escape medicine to find happiness. Instead, by leaning into the discomfort of skepticism and embracing intentional, purpose-driven goal setting, you can build a life that honors both your professional ambitions and personal well-being. Imagine accessing strategies that help you feel more present at home, less overwhelmed at work, and truly empowered to live life on your own terms. Plus, discover his free resource, "What's Next?"—a comprehensive guide designed to help physicians navigate their career trajectories while achieving the balance they deserve.

Ready to redefine success in medicine? Tune in to this inspiring conversation on Beyond The Pills, subscribe for more transformative insights, and join a community of physicians committed to living deliberately. Embrace the journey toward a balanced, fulfilling life today!

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Visit his website to learn more!

Burnout isn't the real crisis in healthcare—moral injury is.

In this powerful episode, Dr. Jennie Byrne, MD, PhD, unpacks the hidden wounds of our healthcare system, revealing why clinicians are struggling like never before. If we don’t address moral injury, we risk losing the very people who keep us alive. Tune in to discover the truth behind this silent epidemic—and what we can do to heal the healers.

In this eye-opening episode of Beyond The Pills, we dive deep into the silent crisis that is devastating healthcare—moral injury. Our expert guest, Dr. Jennie Byrne, a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and best-selling author of Moral Injury: Healing the Healers, unpacks the hidden emotional and ethical wounds plaguing clinicians across the industry.

With a background in advising healthcare innovators and shaping the future of mental health care, Dr. Byrne provides a profound perspective on the human cost of a broken system. We explore:

🔹 What is Moral Injury? Understanding how it differs from burnout and why it’s at the core of the clinician crisis.

🔹 The Human Toll—The lives lost each year due to the unspoken struggles of healthcare professionals.

🔹 The Systemic Problem—How healthcare’s structure perpetuates this cycle of trauma.

🔹 Healing the Healers—Practical solutions and advocacy efforts to protect those on the frontlines.

As the founder of Constellation PLLC and a leader in mental health innovation, Dr. Byrne brings real-world insights into what needs to change for the well-being of both providers and patients.

Tune in for a powerful conversation that challenges the status quo and offers a new path forward in healthcare.

🎧 Listen now and join the movement to transform healthcare beyond the pills.

📖 Learn more about Dr. Byrne’s work:

🔗 Website

🔗 Moral Injury Book

🔗 Work Smart Book

🔗 Constellation PLLC

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Beyond Conventional Medicine: Renee Manning’s Journey to Holistic Health

Welcome to Beyond The Pills, the podcast that explores holistic approaches to health and well-being beyond conventional medicine. In this episode, we sit down with Renee Manning, a Health & Well-Being Coach, entrepreneur, and founder of Vacation Yoga®, who shares her transformative journey from disillusionment with the traditional healthcare system to discovering alternative healing modalities that changed her life—and the lives of those she serves.

After navigating personal frustrations with standard medicine, Renee turned to acupuncture, nutrition, yoga, counseling, and other alternative treatments to create a healthier, more fulfilling life for herself and her family. Her work now centers on empowering others to take charge of their health through holistic practices that blend movement, meditation, and mindfulness.

With over 15 years of experience as a Duke-trained health coach, facilitator, and educator, Renee has worked with executive peer groups, led teams, and inspired countless individuals to embrace sustainable wellness practices. She is also a registered yoga teacher (RYT-200) and Reiki Master, enabling her to craft transformative wellness experiences that seamlessly integrate body, mind, and spirit.

In this conversation, Renee introduces the innovative ways she’s transforming wellness through Vacation Yoga®, offering mini-retreats and programs that help clients create lasting health changes even beyond their time away. She also shares practical strategies for reducing stress, rejuvenating your energy, and embracing small lifestyle changes that lead to big results.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• The power of community in achieving health and wellness goals.
• How to take the first steps toward a more holistic lifestyle without feeling overwhelmed.
• Why vacations can be the perfect time to reset and reignite your wellness journey.

Guest Links:

• Website: Vacation Yoga®
• LinkedIn: Renee Manning

Don’t miss this inspiring episode filled with actionable tips and empowering insights to help you move Beyond The Pills!

Heal, Thrive, and Live Fully: Dr. Randall Hansen’s Revolutionary Approach to Wellness

In this episode of Beyond the Pills, we welcome Dr. Randall Hansen, an inspiring educator, author, and advocate for true, transformative healing. Dr. Hansen is on a Divine mission to empower individuals to break free from symptom management and focus on root cause healing, enabling them to live authentic, joyful, and fulfilling lives. With a science-based and holistic approach, Dr. Hansen’s work provides tools and insights to help people heal their bodies, clear their minds, and grow spiritually.

As the author of the Wholeistic Healing Trilogy, including the groundbreaking books Triumph Over Trauma and HEAL!, Dr. Hansen has become a leading voice in trauma recovery and integrative health. His latest work, The Healing Revolution Diet, offers a comprehensive roadmap to healing the gut, reversing chronic illnesses, and increasing longevity. Dr. Hansen’s passion for educating others extends to his advocacy through the Foundation for Healthy Schools, where he works to create a healthier future for the next generation.

Takeaways from this episode:

• The Power of Wholeistic Healing: How addressing the root causes restores wholeness and transforms lives.
• The Healing Revolution Diet: Insights into the gut-brain connection, reversing chronic illness, and achieving optimal health.
• Breaking Free from Symptom Management: Why true healing is about tackling underlying issues, not masking symptoms.
• Trauma Recovery and Growth: How integrative practices and psychedelic medicines can heal past trauma and enhance spirituality.

Whether you’re seeking to heal physically, emotionally, or spiritually, Dr. Hansen’s insights offer a transformative path toward peace, joy, and longevity.

Connect with Dr. Randall Hansen:

• Website: randallshansen.com
• Healing Revolution Diet: healingrevolutiondiet.com
• LinkedIn: Dr. Randall Hansen

Tune in to learn how wholeistic healing can help you live your best, most authentic life!

Beyond Symptoms: Unlocking Functional & Regenerative Medicine for Lasting Wellness



In this episode of Beyond the Pills, we dive deep into the transformative world of functional and regenerative medicine with Dr. Robert Kornfeld, Founder of The Institute for Functional Podiatric Medicine and a pioneer in treating chronic foot and ankle pain. With over four decades of experience in podiatric medicine, Dr. Kornfeld shares his revolutionary approach to diagnosing and managing pain, emphasizing the importance of addressing root causes rather than merely treating symptoms.

Dr. Kornfeld sheds light on why the traditional, insurance-dependent model of medicine is failing patients, leading to limited outcomes and incomplete healing. Instead, he advocates for functional medicine—a holistic, mechanistic approach that identifies and resolves the underlying causes of disease. This paradigm shift not only heals chronic pain syndromes but also improves patients' overall health and well-being.

As the founder of The Chronic Foot Pain Center in New York City, Dr. Kornfeld has dedicated his career to healing patients through innovative treatments that go beyond the confines of conventional medicine. His passion for education led him to establish The Institute for Functional Podiatric Medicine, where he mentors podiatrists to integrate functional and regenerative medicine into their practices and break free from the constraints of traditional medical systems.

Takeaways from the Episode:

• The Limitations of Traditional Medicine: Why the insurance-dependent model often fails patients and practitioners alike.
• Functional Medicine Explained: How identifying and addressing root causes creates lasting healing and wellness.
• Regenerative Medicine for Chronic Pain: Cutting-edge treatments for foot and ankle pathology that promote healing at the cellular level.
• Transforming Podiatric Practice: The importance of education and mentorship to empower practitioners to deliver superior care.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional looking to expand your practice or someone seeking solutions to chronic pain, this episode offers invaluable insights into a better way forward.

Connect with Dr. Robert Kornfeld:

• Website: drrobertkornfeld.com
• Teaching Institute: instituteforfunctionalpodiatricmedicine.com
• LinkedIn: Dr. Robert Kornfeld

Tune in to discover how functional and regenerative medicine can unlock lasting wellness beyond the pills!

From Trauma to Transformation: Unlocking True Healing

In this transformative episode of Beyond The Pills, we welcome Jason Jurado, a gifted healer, storyteller, and transformative speaker, whose mission is to help people heal trauma, find true, lasting healing, and align with their purpose. With certifications in NLP, Hypnosis, Time Line Therapy, Polyvagal Theory, and Indigenous medicine, Jason combines the art and science of healing to create rapid, life-changing results for his clients.

Jason’s unique approach blends modern neuroscience with ancient healing practices, such as Huna and mindfulness meditation, to address the root causes of emotional pain and trauma. His work goes beyond surface-level solutions, offering a path to deep transformation, emotional freedom, and fulfillment. By empowering his clients to release their past and embrace their authentic selves, Jason inspires a powerful shift toward true healing and purpose-driven living.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Healing Beyond the Pills: How Jason’s methods create lasting emotional freedom.
• The Science of Transformation: How NLP, Hypnosis, and Time Line Therapy deliver rapid results.
• Mindfulness and Indigenous Medicine: Integrating ancient wisdom for holistic healing.
• Living Your Purpose: Practical steps to align with your calling and unlock your potential.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, disconnected, or unsure of your next step, Jason’s insights will inspire you to take action and reclaim your life.

Connect with Jason Jurado and start your journey to healing and purpose:

• Email: [email protected]
• LinkedIn: Jason Jurado
• Instagram: @onepathcoaching
• Facebook: One Path Coaching
• YouTube: One Path Coaching

Tune in to Beyond The Pills to discover how to heal your trauma, unlock your true purpose, and transform your life!

Healing Beyond Medication: The Dual-Brain Advantage

In this powerful episode of Beyond The Pills, we welcome Dr. Fredric Schiffer, a groundbreaking psychiatrist, bestselling author, and trailblazer in mental health innovation. Dr. Schiffer has redefined how we approach mental health by introducing transformative solutions for depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, addiction, and more. With his revolutionary Dual-Brain Psychology, he offers a science-backed path to healing that goes beyond traditional treatments and empowers individuals to achieve lasting well-being.

As the author of Goodbye Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, and PTSD: The Life-Changing Science of Dual Brain Psychology, Dr. Schiffer breaks down his innovative approach to strengthening brainpower and overcoming mental health challenges. Supported by research from Harvard and funding from the National Institutes of Health, his methods have transformed countless lives. His pioneering treatment, Unilateral Transcranial Photobiomodulation, has shown remarkable success in reducing opioid cravings and providing hope for those struggling with addiction and emotional trauma.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How Dual-Brain Psychology addresses and heals anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and more.
• The science behind Unilateral Transcranial Photobiomodulation and its groundbreaking results.
• Practical tools and techniques to regain control of your mental health.
• Inspiring patient success stories that illustrate the life-changing impact of Dr. Schiffer’s work.

Dr. Schiffer’s extraordinary credentials, from decades of clinical practice to transformative research, set him apart as a true innovator in the mental health space. His work goes beyond pills, offering real solutions to some of the most complex challenges in emotional and psychological wellness.

Ready to take the next step in your mental health journey? Connect with Dr. Fredric Schiffer and explore his innovative work:

• Instagram: @Dr.FredSchiffer
• YouTube: @Dr.FredSchiffer
• LinkedIn: Fredric Schiffer
• Book: Goodbye Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, and PTSD

Tune in to discover how to heal your mind, break free from limitations, and thrive—beyond the pills.

Living Longer and Stronger: The Breakthroughs in Longevity Science That Could Change Your Life

What if the secret to a longer, healthier, and more energized life is already within your reach?

In this episode of Beyond The Pills, we delve into the science of longevity and optimal living with Christopher Burres, a visionary entrepreneur and researcher behind MyVitalC. Christopher has spent decades studying the potential of groundbreaking supplements and their role in enhancing health, energy, and lifespan. His journey began with his work on a Nobel Prize-winning molecule, ESS60, which has shown promising results in promoting wellness and extending longevity.

As a thought leader in the field of health and innovation, Christopher is passionate about bridging the gap between cutting-edge science and practical solutions that can improve lives. From his collaborations with top researchers to his commitment to empowering people to "live beyond the norms," Christopher has dedicated his career to redefining what it means to thrive, not just survive.

In this episode, Christopher unpacks the latest advancements in longevity science and shares how small, actionable steps can lead to profound improvements in health and vitality. He breaks down the misconceptions around longevity, highlights the critical role of lifestyle choices, and discusses the revolutionary potential of ESS60 and MyVitalC in promoting cellular health.

Here’s what you’ll learn in this episode:

• The Science of Longevity: Discover the groundbreaking research behind ESS60 and how it supports a longer, healthier life.
• Optimizing Your Energy and Wellness: Learn practical strategies to enhance your daily energy, productivity, and overall well-being.
• Living Beyond the Norms: Explore the philosophy of going beyond conventional health approaches to unlock your fullest potential.
• The Future of Longevity: Gain insights into the exciting developments at the intersection of science and health that could redefine aging.

Whether you’re a healthcare professional, wellness enthusiast, or someone curious about the science of living longer and better, this conversation will leave you inspired and equipped with tools to take your health to the next level.

Ready to take your journey to optimal living and longevity to the next level? Connect with Christopher Burres and explore the transformative power of MyVitalC:

• Website: https://www.myvitalc.com/
• Book: https://www.myvitalc.com/live-longer-and-better-book/
• Podcast: https://myvitalc.com/livebeyondthenorms/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/myvitalc/?hl=en

Tune in now and discover how you can live beyond the pills and unlock the secrets to a vibrant, energized, and long life!