Themes: Health, Nutrition, Diet, Transformation, Mindset
Summary:
This week I’m joined Shawn Stevenson, author of the USA Today National bestseller Eat Smarter and the international bestselling book Sleep Smarter. In this episode Shawn shares how he was able to heal himself from chronic illness and turn a dire diagnosis around through simple mindset and nutrition changes.
Shawn is also creator of The Model Health Show, featured as the number #1 health podcast in the U.S. with millions of listener downloads each year. A graduate of the University of Missouri–St. Louis, Shawn studied business, biology, and nutritional science and became the cofounder of Advanced Integrative Health Alliance. Shawn has been featured in Forbes, Fast Company, The New York Times, Muscle & Fitness, ABC News, ESPN, and many other major media outlets.
Discover:

How changing his internal narrative from “why me?” to “what can I do?” shifted his mindset and ultimately, his health outcomes

What’s happening in the body when you get a craving

Food as information

Why as a society we are more sick than ever, even though technology is advancing

00:00 Intro
01:17 Writing Eat Smarter
07:00 The link between diet and chronic disease
19:27 From "why me?" to "what can I do?"
23:31 Pain is a great teacher
25:00 Having someone who believes in you
31:43 What is epigenetics?
37:14 Post-ingestive feedback & cravings
40:41 Processed and artificial foods
47:15 Connection between food and relationships
53:47 Food is information
55:47 Eating sacred
1:00:24 Effect of innovation to our health
Links:

Podcast | The Model Health Show


Instagram | @shawnmodel


Book | Eat Smarter


How to Reprogram Your Subconscious Mind with Bruce Lipton, Ph.D

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#235: Eat Smarter with Shawn Stevenson

Jam out with Mark Groves as he takes you on a journey to explore the juiciest parts of the human experience and what it’s like to live authentically in the modern world. You’re invited to lay down what you were taught and explore new viewpoints and discoveries in mental and emotional health, physical health and wellness, relationships and the human connection, and hot topics of the world. Open your ears and your eyes to The Mark Groves Podcast.

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In this episode, I share an update about leaving Instagram and navigating the complexities of social media's influence on society. I talk about my personal experience with Instagram and discuss the importance of mindful engagement online as well as reclaiming control over our digital presence. I also speak about the psychological & somatic impacts of social media and lack of relational feedback in online interactions. This conversation ultimately invites you to get curious about your relationship with social media, explore activities that nurture fulfillment in your life, and step into a life liberated from the pressures of online validation.

Episode References:
—Podcast Episode with Dr. Stephen Porges: https://markgroves.com/episode/polyvagal-path-healing-your-nervous-system-and-your-life-with-dr-stephen-porges/
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Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Transformation, Conflict, Career, Mental Health, Social Media, Society, Digital Platforms, Instagram, Nervous System Regulation, Mindful Engagement, Psychological Impacts, Curiosity

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#377: Social Media & Its Impact on Your Nervous System: My Update on Leaving Instagram

In this episode, I have the absolute honor of welcoming legendary relationship experts Harville Hendrix & Helen LaKelly Hunt. I had to pinch myself when I met them – it was a full circle moment for me. I found Harville and Helen’s work at a time in my life when I was deeply confused about relationships. I didn't know why I was so good at talking about everything but my feelings. I didn't know why I chose the people I chose or was the way I was. Harville and Helen’s work and their book gave me context to my personal relational patterns and a framework for relating better.
In this episode, Harville and Helen discuss the transformative power of dialogue in relationships and the importance of curiosity and open-mindedness. We explore the complexities of emotional healing and self-awareness in relationships, the concept of unconscious attraction in romantic partnerships, and how childhood needs and experiences shape adult behaviors and relationships. Tune in for a profound conversation that will surely impact the way you relate in your life moving forward.
Harville Hendrix Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt Ph.D. are co-creators of Imago Relationship Therapy and a social movement called Safe Conversations. Internationally respected as couple’s therapists, educators, speakers, activists, and New York Times bestselling authors, their 10 books, including the timeless classic, Getting the Love You Want: A Guide for Couples, have sold more than 4 million copies. Harville appeared on the Oprah Winfrey television program 17 times! Helen was installed in the Women’s Hall of Fame and the Smithsonian Institute. They have six children and eight grandchildren.

—Harville & Helen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harvilleandhelen/
—Harville & Helen’s Website: https://harvilleandhelen.com/
—Harville & Helen’s Website | Safe Conversations: https:/quantumconnections.com
—Harville & Helen’s Website | Imago Relationship: https://imagorelationships.org/
—Harville & Helen’s Book: Getting the Love You Want: https://harvilleandhelen.com/books/getting-the-love-you-want/
—Still Face Experiment: Dr. Edward Tronick: https://youtu.be/vmE3NfB_HhE?si=QivHWP9_jREexK3s&t=34

If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves

Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Breakups, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Codependency, Dating, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Parenting, Mental Health, Dialogue, Curiosity, Childhood Experiences, Unconscious Attraction, Relationship Development, Self-Awareness, Self-Care, Collaboration

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#376: The Couple Who Changed How I Relate: Lessons from the Godparents of Love

﻿In this episode, we talk about understanding depression as a message rather than a flaw to help lead us to valuable insights and personal growth. We discuss how building self-trust by honoring commitments and setting boundaries can shift our relationship with emotions. Ultimately we explore how to embrace emotional intelligence, step into self-responsibility, and invite ourselves to view depression as a catalyst for transformation and empowerment.

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Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Mental Health, Grief, Depression, Personal Growth, Self-Reflection, Negative Patterns, Self-Trust, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Fulfillment

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#375: What Is Your Depression Telling You?

﻿In this episode, I welcome back Peter Crone, a writer, speaker, and thought leader in the realm of human awakening and potential. Peter and I discuss victimhood, personal responsibility, and the power of self-evolution. Peter talks about the importance of letting go, forgiveness, and reframing perspectives in relationships. He challenges the victim mentality and champions authenticity through freeing ourselves from limiting beliefs, embracing vulnerability and the transformative journey to self-discovery. Tune into this inspiring episode to invite more self-awareness in your day-to-day and to take back the reins of your life. 

﻿Peter works with everyone from world-class athletes to stay-at-home parents to redesign the subconscious mind. We exist within limiting mental constructs that dictate our thoughts, feelings, actions, and the results we experience. Peter helps people and groups step outside of the world as they know it by identifying mental constructs that have been holding them back. Peter’s work explores the fundamental issues that affect us all to foster a deeper understanding of our common humanity.

—Peter’s Website: https://www.petercrone.com
—Peter's New Online Platform - Freedom: https://www.petercrone.com/freedom
—Peter's Mastermind: https://www.petercrone.com/mastermind
—Peter’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petercrone
—Peter’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petercronethemindarchitect
—Peter’s Previous Episode: https://markgroves.com/episode/free-your-mind-liberate-your-soul-with-peter-crone/

If you want to dive deeper into Mark’s content, search through every episode, find specific topics we’ve covered, and ask him questions, go to his Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/markgroves

Themes: Authenticity, Relationships, Spirituality, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Health, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Victimhood, Personal Responsibility, Self-Evolution, Letting Go, Forgiveness, Reframing Perspectives, Limiting Beliefs, Self-Discovery, Self-Awareness

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#374: From Victim to Creator of Your Life with Mind Architect Peter Crone

In this episode, I explore the challenges we encounter in decision-making and our tendency to seek external validation. We talk about the concept of the externalization of authority, indecision as a form of self-sabotage, and the role our nervous system plays in our relationship to our intuition. We also discuss the importance of making choices aligned with personal values and needs, overcoming the fear of being perceived as selfish, and how to connect with our inner voice to transition from anxiety & indecision to clarity & empowerment. Tune in to learn how to release tension, enhance your decision-making process, reclaim agency and live authentically.

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Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Relationships, Boundaries, Self-Worth, Self-Love, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Challenges, Decision-Making, Validation, Indecision, Intuition, Self-Trust, Self-Sabotage, Breathwork, Empowerment

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#235: Eat Smarter with Shawn Stevenson

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