Change Your Brain Every Day

2020 was a difficult year for most everyone, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen included. Perhaps the most difficult part for Daniel was losing his father. But through a concept called "post-traumatic growth", he made sure his grief was meaningful and ultimately productive. In this episode of the podcast, the Amens tell you how you can use your hardest moments to shape you into a stronger and happier person.

For this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana Amen is giving away chapter 1 from the audiobook version of her brand new book "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child!" In this opening chapter she recalls the moment that changed her perspective on everything (including herself) forever. Enjoy this special episode as a thank you to all of you Brain Warriors who tune in to the podcast each week!

For more info on Tana's new book, "The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child", visit https://www.thomasnelson.com/p/relentless-courage-of-a-scared-child/

As we look back on this unprecedented year, it's important to see our challenges as learning experiences rather than just bad experiences. Through all of the struggles, uncertainties, and anxiety, there may be some silver linings that can help us to have a much better 2021. In the first Brain Warrior's Way Podcast episode of 2021, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen share the most important things they've learned in the past year, and how we can all use these lessons to be in better shape for the future.

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, we wrap up a series with bio-hacking expert and "Fast This Way" author Dave Asprey. Dave and Tana Amen discuss some of the major takeaways from Dave's new book, including tips to change your body's chemistry not by eating certain foods, but also by eating them a certain way.

For more info on Dave Asprey's new book "Fast This Way", visit https://www.amazon.com/Fast-This-Way-Inflammation-High-Performing/dp/0062882864

When it comes to daily routines, small details matter, and no one knows this more than bio-hacking authority Dave Asprey. Minor tweaks and changes in how you perform your daily tasks can have a huge effect on how you feel and how you function. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dave and Tana Amen discuss some of these "bio-hacks", including some additions you can add to your coffee to make it a much healthier part of your morning routine.

For more info on Dave Asprey's new book "Fast This Way", visit https://www.amazon.com/Fast-This-Way-Inflammation-High-Performing/dp/0062882864

Recent medical research has shown intermittent fasting to be a highly effective technique to promote overall health. However, fasting can be tricky, and if it's not done correctly, you may feel like you're starving yourself and not getting any benefits. In this episode of the podcast, Tana Amen is joined by "the father of bio-hacking" Dave Asprey for a discussion on how to fast the right way, touching on some of the practical tips from Dave's new book "Fast This Way".

For more info on Dave Asprey's new book "Fast This Way", visit https://www.amazon.com/Fast-This-Way-Inflammation-High-Performing/dp/0062882864

In this week's series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Tana Amen is joined by our good friend Dave Asprey, host of Bulletproof Radio and author of the new book "Fast This Way". In this episode, Tana and Dave discuss the many ways the internet hijacks the amygdala by favoring fear-based content over anything else. Dave and Tana also give you some specific strategies to counteract this so you can feel safer and more balanced in your emotions.

For more info on Dave Asprey's new book "Fast This Way", visit https://www.amazon.com/Fast-This-Way-Inflammation-High-Performing/dp/0062882864

The holidays can be the most difficult time of year, even without a pandemic. This year it's more important than ever that people take care of their brains and their thoughts in order to avoid the things that pile on the emotional weight. In this fourth and final episode in a series on managing crisis with Dr. Jennifer Love, she and the Amens discuss important strategies for keeping your thoughts under control during the holiday season, especially for those that have recently experienced grief or loss.

For more info on Dr. Love's new book "When Crisis Strikes: 5 Steps to Heal Your Brain, Body, and Life from Chronic Stress", visit https://www.amazon.com/When-Crisis-Strikes-Chronic-Stress/dp/0806540818

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are once again joined by "When Crises Strikes" author Dr. Jennifer Love for further discussion on how to manage the crises that can invade our lives unexpectedly. In this episode, Dr. Love explains the fifth and final step in managing a crisis, which involves holding on to what matters while letting go of what doesn't. Knowing exactly when and how to let go can be difficult, but as Dr. Love explains, it's a crucial step in overcoming life's traumas.

For more info on Dr. Love's new book "When Crisis Strikes: 5 Steps to Heal Your Brain, Body, and Life from Chronic Stress", visit https://www.amazon.com/When-Crisis-Strikes-Chronic-Stress/dp/0806540818

When crisis strikes, we need to learn how to respond appropriately in order to get a grip on the situation. Thankfully, we have Dr. Jennifer Love to tell us exactly how we can do that. In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Love, along with Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen, discuss the 5 steps to managing a crisis, taken from Dr. Love's new book "When Crisis Strikes". Dr. Love describes her wonderful analogy of the 5 fingers of the hand and explains the role each "finger" plays in coming to terms with any tough situation, so you can set yourself up for the healing that comes afterward.

For more info on Dr. Love's new book "When Crisis Strikes: 5 Steps to Heal Your Brain, Body, and Life from Chronic Stress", visit https://www.amazon.com/When-Crisis-Strikes-Chronic-Stress/dp/0806540818