Are your mental health issues trapped between therapy appointments? When I hit a rough patch, I turned to AI for therapy out of desperation, and was genuinely shocked by the results. The AI asked me introspective questions identical to what my human therapist uses, but went further by offering specific suggestions my therapist couldn't provide.

In this episode, we explore the surprising benefits and legitimate concerns of using AI for mental wellness. You'll discover how these tools can organize your scattered thoughts, provide actionable steps for improvement, and serve as a valuable bridge between professional therapy sessions.

Listen now to learn how AI might become your unexpected mental health ally – just don't forget the human connection that algorithms can't replace.

Topics Discussed:

• My personal experience using AI as a therapy tool
• How AI can provide structured introspection and actionable steps for mental health
• The surprising effectiveness of AI-generated journaling prompts for emotional connection
• The potential dangers of relying solely on AI for medical or mental health advice
• Privacy concerns and data collection risks when sharing personal information with AI
• Research comparing AI vs human doctor diagnostic accuracy (77% vs 67%)
• How AI lacks human imagination but excels at pattern recognition and memory recall
• The future integration of AI tools in professional healthcare settings
• Finding the balance between AI assistance and human connection
• Using AI to transform traditional journaling practices for deeper emotional connection

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Ever been uncomfortable using your own brain because AI could do it faster? Jeremy and Jason dive into the unsettling reality of our growing dependency on artificial intelligence. While these tools save us hours of work, they're rewiring our brains to crave the easy dopamine hits that come from outsourcing our thinking.

The guys explore how this addiction isn't just about convenience—it's systematically changing how we interact with the world, potentially making us more isolated, less creative, and prime targets for manipulation. But there's hope if we can redirect our "saved time" toward meaningful activities instead of mindless scrolling.

Listen now to learn how to use AI as a tool without becoming its tool.

• Jeremy's moment of discomfort when realizing he'd rather have AI write content than use his brain
• How AI addiction triggers the same brain reward systems as essential biological needs
• The irony of using AI to research for a podcast about AI addiction
• The distinction between using technology to save time versus becoming dependent on it
• How companies employ psychologists to make social media and AI products intentionally addictive
• The concerning future of neural interfaces and potential "brain subscription" models
• Why collective intelligence often leads to worse decisions than small-group thinking
• The productivity paradox: saving time with AI only to waste it on mindless activities
• Jason's theory on the future commodification of human brain processing power
• How to maintain agency when using AI tools in daily life

• David Cross (comedian referenced for joke about electric scissors)

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Are you struggling to keep up with your daily tasks while everyone else seems to be getting ahead with AI tools?

Staying productive isn't just about working harder—it's about working smarter with the right tools. In this episode we share our real-world experiences using AI to streamline everything from workout planning to vacation scheduling, showing you exactly how to leverage these powerful tools without losing your authentic voice.

You'll discover practical ways to use AI for task management, learn how to create custom prompts that save hours of work, and understand how to balance AI automation with maintaining your creativity and critical thinking skills.

Don't let technology pass you by—tune in now to learn how to harness AI tools to create real results in your life and business.

Topics Discussed:

• Using Notion with AI integration for task management
• Creating effective AI prompts for better results
• Leveraging AI for content creation while maintaining authenticity
• Time management systems and automation
• AI tools for fitness and workout planning
• Travel planning with AI assistance
• Balancing AI usage with human creativity
• Data privacy considerations with AI tools
• The importance of maintaining critical thinking skills
• Future implications of AI technology

Resources mentioned:

• Time Management Prompt
• Notion (task/project management tool with AI integration)
• ChatGPT
• FitBod (fitness app)

• Apple Watch
• Oura Ring
• Apollo Band

The looming trade wars and AI revolution aren't just abstract economic concepts – they're about to hit your wallet, stress levels, and daily life harder than most realize. From skyrocketing prices on everything from guacamole to therapy apps, to job cuts as companies prioritize AI over humans despite higher implementation costs, this crisis will affect your physical and mental health in tangible ways. Discover how to prepare your lifestyle, mindset, and budget now before the economic pain becomes unbearable, and learn why getting ahead of these changes might actually improve your quality of life in surprising ways.

Topics Discussed:

• How tariffs on imported goods will directly increase prices for health and wellness products/services
• Why AI implementation costs are rising due to tariffs but companies will cut humans first anyway
• The psychological impact of economic instability and job insecurity on mental health
• How a potential global recession affects stress levels and wellness behaviors
• The compounding effect of news consumption and social media on economic anxiety
• Why now is the time to "Marie Kondo" your life before financial necessity forces you to
• How lifestyle simplification can lead to unexpected health and wellness benefits
• Why self-reliance will become increasingly important as economic systems face disruption
• The physical toll of potential career transitions as manufacturing jobs return
• How to prepare financially and mentally for the coming economic changes

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Does your doctor seem more focused on their screen than on you? 

Two-thirds of physicians are now using AI for everything from billing to diagnosis - but here's the kicker - only 38% actually trust the technology. This brewing healthcare disaster isn't just about robots taking doctors' jobs; it's about who's accountable when AI makes a potentially life-altering mistake with your medical information, and why insurance companies are salivating at the thought of using algorithms to deny your claims even faster.

Listen as Jeremy, Jason, and Zach dive into the alarming rise of AI in healthcare, how to find meaning in your fitness journey when depression makes everything feel pointless, and why sometimes treating your workout like wiping your ass is the perfect mental approach to consistency.

• Why 66% of physicians are using AI despite only 38% trusting it - creating a dangerous accountability gap in healthcare
• How insurance companies will likely use AI to deny claims faster rather than improve patient care
• The potential for errors in medical records when AI is used to generate and update patient information
• The challenge of determining liability when AI contributes to medical errors
• Using workout data tracking to combat depression's lie that "nothing is working"
• How Jeremy discovered he'd doubled his strength despite feeling like he wasn't making progress
• The value of consistency over intensity when building healthy habits
• Why treating workouts like mundane necessities (like wiping your ass) helps with consistency
• Finding meaning in fitness when battling existential crises
• The importance of "showing up" rather than focusing solely on specific fitness goals

• Research: American Medical Association report on AI adoption in healthcare

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Depression hits like an unexpected storm, leaving you frozen in place and disconnected from everything that matters. In this raw, unfiltered episode, I share my recent battle with depression alongside helping a friend through their own darkness. I reveal what works for me through personal stories and actionable strategies when nothing seems to help. Whether it's cold plunges, gym sessions, or simply having someone who gets it, discover how to maintain forward momentum even when depression tries to keep you still.

• The paralyzing grip of depression and how it creates a feeling of being stuck in place
• Why isolation feels comforting but actually strengthens depression's hold
• How helping others through their depression can interrupt your own negative thought patterns
• The counterintuitive resistance to feeling better when you're used to living in darkness
• Cold exposure therapy as a physical pattern interrupt for mental health
• The crucial difference between offering solutions versus simply being present
• Depression's cyclical nature and why having multiple coping strategies matters
• Family support systems and how they can provide tools when you can't help yourself
• Pattern interruption techniques: movies, exercise, cold exposure, and social connection
• The power of committing to not quitting, even when your brain tries to convince you otherwise

Tools: NuRecover sauna  Support Lines: If you or someone you know is struggling or having thoughts of suicide, call or text the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline  at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org . In life-threatening situations, call 911.

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Get your Magic Mind here: https://www.magicmind.com/FITMESS20 You get 20% for one time purchase and up to 48% off for subscriptions with my code: FITMESS20 ---- Ever feel like you're banging your head against a wall trying to make something work that clearly isn't? Yeah, we've been there. In this episode, we're ripping off the band-aid and introducing some major changes to The Fit Mess, because when life gives you lemons, sometimes you need to throw them back and try oranges instead. Join hosts Jeremy, Joe Villegas, and Jason Haworth as they dive into why change is necessary, how to embrace it, and why AI might be coming for your job (but probably not your podcast... yet). Topics Discussed:

• Why The Fit Mess is evolving and bringing in new co-hosts
• The science behind why time feels faster as we age
• How AI is reshaping the tech industry and content creation
• Strategies for embracing change instead of resisting it
• The importance of planned spontaneity in life
• The current state of tech industry layoffs
• How walled gardens are shaping our internet experience
• The role of AI in content creation and misinformation
• Personal development through new challenges
• The value of stepping outside your comfort zone

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Tired of feeling like a zombie despite chugging enough caffeine to power a small city? Turns out, being a walking Red Bull advertisement isn't the flex we thought it was. Who knew? In this episode, learn how to stop accidentally sabotaging your health (spoiler alert: that 9 PM pre-workout isn't doing you any favors), discover why feeling like Superman might actually mean you're about to crash harder than a Windows 95 computer, and finally figure out why your "healthy lifestyle" feels more like a punishment than a solution. Warning: This episode contains actual useful information that might accidentally make you healthy. Side effects may include sleeping better and not hating mornings anymore.

TOPICS DISCUSSED

• Why your relationship with sleep is more toxic than your ex
• The three stages of burnout (spoiler: the first one feels amazing, until it doesn't)
• Why your gut might be plotting against you like a tiny bacterial villain
• Fancy medical tests that actually tell you what's wrong (revolutionary, right?)
• Supplements: Because sometimes eating kale isn't enough
• How to trick yourself into healthy habits without the mental breakdown
• Environmental toxins: Because apparently, everything is trying to kill us
• Breaking up with caffeine (it's not you, it's the adrenal fatigue)
• Inflammation: Your body's way of saying "Stop being an idiot"
• Basic health stuff that actually works (boring but effective, like a Volvo)

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Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and physically tense without having to rely on therapy bills or prescription medications?

Stress and anxiety affect nearly everyone, but many people struggle to find accessible, effective solutions that don't require significant time or money investments.

This episode reveals how yoga and meditation can serve as "real-life cheat codes" for your brain and body, offering scientifically-proven benefits including reduced anxiety, better sleep, improved focus, and enhanced emotional control – all without any special equipment or prior experience.

Press play to discover how these ancient practices can help you find calm in chaos and optimize your mental and physical wellbeing starting today.

Topics Discussed:

• The scientific benefits of yoga for physical and mental health
• How yoga activates the parasympathetic nervous system
• The role of GABA in reducing anxiety through yoga
• Meditation's impact on brain structure and function
• Simple ways to start a yoga and meditation practice
• Common misconceptions about yoga and meditation
• The connection between breath control and stress reduction
• How meditation improves focus and emotional regulation
• Scientific evidence supporting meditation benefits
• Practical tips for beginners in both practices

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Transform your mornings with Loftie: Get a game-changing, phone-free alarm clock and save 20% on orders over $100 with promo code FITMESS20 at WWW.BYLOFTIE.COM. -- Why does your brain treats a mildly awkward social interaction like a life-or-death situation?

Anxiety levels are skyrocketing lately as our primitive brains struggle to cope with modern stressors like social media, constant notifications, and relentless work culture.

In this episode, learn how anxiety manifests in different forms, discover practical techniques for managing anxiety in the moment, and understand why your brain reacts the way it does to perceived threats. This episode provides actionable strategies for befriending your anxiety and regaining control of your thoughts.

Press play to transform your relationship with anxiety and learn why your prehistoric brain might be making modern life harder than it needs to be.

Topics Discussed:

• Evolution of anxiety from survival tool to modern-day challenge
• Different types of anxiety disorders and their manifestations
• Physical and mental symptoms of anxiety
• Impact of modern technology and social media on anxiety
• Practical anxiety management techniques
• The role of sleep and caffeine in anxiety
• Overthinking patterns and how to break them
• Grounding techniques for panic attacks
• The importance of self-compassion in anxiety management
• How to distinguish between real and imagined threats

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