As we are collectively undergoing a massive shift in our society, there’s never been a better time to evaluate our habits, thoughts, and beliefs. On some level, we’ve all been impacted by societal pressures about the American Dream, the hustle, and what it truly means to be successful. But have you ever considered if any of those paradigms are actually true or effective? In his new book, The Buddha and the Badass, Vishen Lakhiani shares life-changing insights to help you uplevel your career path and your life. Vishen is a speaker, New York Times bestselling author, meditation teacher, and the visionary behind Mindvalley. His tips and tools will help you elevate your unique strengths and transform the way you live, both personally and professionally.  This episode will inspire you to get in touch with your intuition, challenge lifelong paradigms, and align your vision with your values. You’re going to learn about unlocking higher states of consciousness, how to have a healthy work-life balance, and effective strategies to sustainably change your habits. So listen in, take good notes, and enjoy this interview with Vishen Lakhiani!   In this episode you’ll discover:  The inspiration behind Vishen’s new book. What intuition really is.  The power of following your gut instinct.  How our broken education system contributes to a lack of consciousness. The advantages of using plant medicine.  Why hard work and hustle are myths. How to find a balance between acceleration and navigation.  What it means to discover your Soulprint. Where human values originate from.  How a Muslim watch list shaped the company mission at Mindvalley.  The best definition of leadership. How consciousness grows.  The difference between ethnocentrism and worldcentrism. What the OODA Loop is, and how to use it to make faster decisions. How identity shifting can help you transform your habits. What the Law of Resonance is.   Items mentioned in this episode include:  Beekeepersnaturals.com/model ⇐ Get 15% off raw honey & other natural remedies! Onnit.com/model ⇐ Get your optimal health & performance supplements at 10% off! High Score on Netflix Mask Facts: The Science & History of Masks in Medicine The Buddha and the Badass by Vishen Lakhiani The Code of the Extraordinary Mind by Vishen Lakhiani Mindvalley All Access Connect with Vishen Lakhiani Website / Instagram  *  Download Transcript Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:    Apple Podcasts  Stitcher Spotify Soundcloud  Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation 

TMHS 431: The Myth Of Hard Work & How To Upgrade Your Identity - With Guest Vishen Lakhiani

The Model Health Show is a fun, entertaining, and enlightening look at health and fitness. No subject is off limits here! World-renown author and nutritionist Shawn Stevenson breaks down complex health issues and makes them easy to understand and overcome. Whether it's weight loss, chronic fatigue, heart disease, diet, exercise, sex, hormones, sleep problems, or countless other health topics, the insights you get here will help you transform your health and live your best life ever.

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Relationships are a powerful foundation that impacts every aspect of our lives. Our relationships influence our happiness, our energy levels, and our overall health in numerous ways. And on today’s show, you’re going to learn exactly what it takes to build and sustain relationships and create a strong, healthy love life.  Today’s guest, Matthew Hussey, is a New York Times bestselling author, dynamic speaker, and a relationship coach. He’s joining us on this episode of The Model Health Show to share valuable insights on finding and developing strong relationships. You’re going to learn powerful principles from his new book, Love Life: How to Raise Your Standards, Find Your Person, and Live Happily (No Matter What).  This episode contains conversations on identifying red flags and why you shouldn’t always trust your instincts. Matthew is sharing the truth about healthy romantic love, how comparison can destroy your relationships, and tips and standards you can use to cultivate healthier relationships. So click play, and enjoy this interview with Matthew Hussey!   In this episode you’ll discover:  The connection between relationships and longevity.  Why love stories can be dangerous. The four levels of importance in a relationship.  Why a connection is like a plot of land.  The difference between romantic love and authentic love.  Why love songs are written about unhealthy love.  The problem with love at first sight.  How our nervous systems have been programmed to interpret love.  Why you should never compare relationships.  The truth about chemistry.  Why so many people get stuck in unhealthy relationships.  What it means to retrain your instincts.  How to use self-compassion and curiosity to broaden your understanding. The question you can ask yourself to identify red flags.  What an amber light is.  A powerful phrase you can use to communicate better.  The difference between a standard and a tactic. Why trusting yourself is the ultimate relationship hack.  The #1 relationship you have to take care of.   Items mentioned in this episode include:   Organifi.com/Model - Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping! Model Mondays - Exclusive for our Model Health Listeners: Get Exclusive Access to bonus content, giveaways and so much more! Love Life by Matthew Hussey - Preorder your copy today!  Connect with Matthew Hussey Website / Podcast / YouTube   Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Organifi.  Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model. Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:    Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube  

TMHS 784: The Truth About Red Flags in Relationships & How to Transform Your Love Life - With Matthew Hussey

“The world incurable, which is so frightening to so many people, really only means that the particular condition cannot be cured by outer methods and that we must go within to affect the healing.” – Louise Hay No one is immune from injuries and ailments; they are an inevitable component of life. But when you’re faced with an opportunity to heal, certain strategies, tools, and mindset shifts can help you feel better faster. That’s what you’re going to learn on today’s show.  On this compilation episode of The Model Health Show, you’re going to hear the best insights on how to heal faster from some of the top experts in their respective fields. You’re going to learn from the incredible minds of Dr. Ellen Langer, Dr. Adeel Khan, Dr. Tom Walters, and more. This episode features information you need to know on utilizing breath, nervous system regulation, regenerative medicine, and the power of the mind to facilitate healing.  These science-backed tips can help you recover from all manner of ailments, including illnesses, injuries, and pain. Our bodies have the innate ability to heal if we adequately support it – and this episode is bringing you all the tools and insights you need to repair and recover. So click play and enjoy the show!  In this episode you’ll discover:  The power of pain education.  What pain actually is.  How the potential for tissue damage can create the sensation of pain.  The definition of nociception.  Why the nervous system plays an important role in pain.  How immobilizing an injury can backfire in some situations.  Why recovery requires active participation.  What recovery endurance is and why it matters.  Four ways to increase your parasympathetic tolerance.  Why your breath is a built-in reset button.  The role your diaphragm plays in posture, childbirth, healing, and more.  Five P’s of the parasympathetic nervous system.  Which types of exercise are proven to prevent injuries.  Why being fit is a superpower when it comes to healing and recovery.  How your lymphatic system works, and why it requires movement.  Why your perception is a key factor in your recovery rate.   How your beliefs impact the aging process.  Why having a positive, empowered mindset can accelerate your healing.  What regenerative medicine is. How stem cells can repair and regenerate tissues.   Items mentioned in this episode include:   Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs! Organifi.com/Model -  Use the coupon code MODEL for 20% off + free shipping! How to Heal Faster from Injuries with Dr. Tom Walters - Listen to episode 692 How to Heal Faster & Perform Better with Jill Miller - Listen to episode 680 The Truth About Exercise - Listen to episode 688 The Truth About Stem Cells with Dr. Robert Hariri -  Listen to episode 622 Age in Reverse & Heal Faster with Dr. Ellen Langer - Listen to episode 760 Dramatically Extend Your Lifespan with Dr. Adeel Khan - Listen to episode 763  Rehab Science by Dr. Tom Walters - Learn how to heal from injuries  Body by Breath by Jill Miller - Learn breathing techniques for building resilience   The Mindful Body by Dr. Ellen Langer -  Learn how your thoughts influence your health  Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:    Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Foursigmatic and Organifi.  Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life.  Organifi makes nutrition easy and delicious for everyone. Take 20% off your order with the code MODEL at organifi.com/model.

TMHS 783 - Heal Your Body FASTER With These Science-Backed Tips

More and more science is affirming the importance of having healthy muscle on our frames. Not only does muscle make your body appear healthy, but it’s also a key component of aging healthfully. If you want to ensure optimal health as you age, there’s no better insurance plan than building muscle.  My friend Mark Bell is a record-holding pro powerlifter, entrepreneur, podcast host, and lifting expert. His impressive lifting records include squatting over 1000 pounds. But even if you never aspire to lift weights on a professional scale, Mark has a wealth of knowledge on what it takes to build muscle, create consistency, and stay motivated.   Today, he’s back on The Model Health Show to share powerful insights you can use to build muscle. You’re going to learn the truth about motivation, why we should all aim to be stronger, and how to intentionally add health and fitness to your daily life. As always, Mark is bringing positivity and a fresh perspective, so listen in and enjoy the show!  In this episode you’ll discover:  What the organ of longevity is.  Why you owe it to yourself to be intentionally challenged.  The truth about finding motivation to exercise.  What it means to microdose your fitness.  How to have more energy.  Tips on using novelty and nostalgia to get better.  How to harness the power of your relationships to improve yourself.  The connection between youthfulness and muscle strength.  Why your goal should be to be strong.  The importance of learning skills in your training.  A template for building muscle.  How often a beginner should lift weights.  What a technical limit is, and how to use it.  How to automatically work recovery time into your training.  Tips for keeping your muscles from getting overworked.  A powerful philosophy for training and life.  The difference between moving weight and moving around the weight.  Why your mindset matters, and why you need to give yourself grace.   Items mentioned in this episode include:   Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools! Piquelife.com/model - Get exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions!   Road House - Watch on Amazon Prime Connect with Mark Bell Website /  Podcast / Instagram / YouTube   Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:    Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Onnit and Pique. Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment.  Go to Piquelife.com/model for exclusive savings on bundles & subscriptions on cutting-edge solutions for your head-to-toe health and beauty transformation.

TMHS 782 - Microdosing Exercise, Staying Motivated, & The Best Way to Build Muscle - With Mark Bell

There is a growing epidemic of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, which tend to have dire outcomes. But instead of normalizing rapid cognitive decline, we have to take the power into our hands to protect the health of our brains. The best place to start is by changing what’s on your plate.  On today’s show, you’re going to learn about the role that nutrition plays in proper brain health. You’ll discover specific foods that have been proven to improve cognitive function, enhance memory, and reduce neuroinflammation. This episode is my interview on the Dhru Purohit Show, where I shared powerful nutrition tips for boosting brain health and function. You’re going to learn about specific types of fat that are necessary for brain health, the role hydration plays in mental clarity, and which foods hold the power to cross the blood brain barrier. This episode is full of actionable steps you can use to improve your diet, reduce your risk of cognitive decline, and avoid chronic illnesses. Enjoy!  In this episode you’ll discover:  The overlooked link between Alzheimer’s disease, insulin resistance, and food. What percentage of the brain is made up of water. How electrolytes can improve cognitive function.  Which essential nutrient can reverse brain aging.  How even a slight drop in hydration can impact brain function. My #1 tip for staying hydrated throughout the day. How water can increase your metabolic rate.  What the fat content of breastmilk can tell us about human nutrition. The importance of DHA and EPA.  Which foods are the best dietary sources of omega 3 fatty acids. What phospholipids are, and how to include the in your diet.  The fascinating science behind the doctrine of signatures.  How blueberries can reduce inflammation and oxidative stress.  The #1 cause of our rates of chronic disease. How the blood brain barrier works.  Why sugar can promote neuroinflammation.  How extra virgin olive oil can restore the function of the blood-brain barrier.  Why we should all aim to reduce usage of seed oils.  The top 3 foods that are damaging our brain health and gut health.  Items mentioned in this episode include:   DrinkLMNT.com/model - Get a FREE sample pack with any order!  Onnit.com/model - Save an exclusive 10% on performance supplements & tools! Dhru Purohit Show - Check out more episodes of Dhru’s amazing podcast.  Eat Smarter - Read my National Bestselling book for more nutrition tips!   Sleep Smarter - Upgrade your sleep habits with strategies in my national bestselling book!  Omegaquant - Discover your omega 3 index  Eat These 11 Foods for Total Body Health - Listen to episode 490!  Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by LMNT and Onnit. Head to DrinkLMNT.com/model to claim a FREE sample pack of electrolytes with any purchase.  Visit Onnit.com/model for an exclusive 10% discount on human performance supplements and fitness equipment. 

TMHS 781 - EAT THESE FOODS To Boost Brain Health & REDUCE INFLAMMATION

For the last several decades, rates of depression have been slowly and steadily rising, both in the US and worldwide. But since the pandemic hit, depression rates have skyrocketed. There is a myriad of reasons for this widespread decline in mental health, but beyond antidepressant medications, there are very few solutions that are offered to folks who are truly suffering.  On today’s show, you’re going to learn seven science-backed ways to reduce or eliminate symptoms of depression. You’re going to hear how lifestyle factors like your diet, activity level, and sleep habits can influence your mental health. We’ll also talk about how depression can be improved by lowering inflammation, reducing social media habits, and more.  As always, you’re going to hear the latest studies on depression, as well as actionable steps you can apply today. If you want to mitigate the effects of depression for yourself or someone you love, these powerful strategies can help improve your mental health (and overall health). So listen in and enjoy the show!  In this episode you’ll discover:  What the leading cause of disability and absenteeism is in the US. The truth about how conventional treatments for depression perform. How physical activity can improve symptoms of depression. The powerful endocrine properties of muscles.  How exercise can sensitize your brain to pleasure. The minimum number of steps you should walk every day for mental health. How regularly eating fast food can increase your risk for depression.  The connection between body mass and MSG consumption. What it means to anti-depress your gut.  How your gut microbes can influence your mental health. The shocking truth about the serotonin theory of depression.  How to support your gut microbiome for better mental health. The vicious cycle of sleep deprivation and depression.  How antidepressants can affect REM sleep. The importance of regular sunlight exposure.  What psychoneuroimmunology is.  The link between stress, inflammation, and depression. How the increase in social media habits have influenced rates of depression.  Realistic tips for decreasing your screen time.  How meditation can be used to treat insomnia.  Why mindfulness modalities can be helpful in improving mental health.   Items mentioned in this episode include:   PaleoValley.com/model - Use code MODEL for 15% off! Foursigmatic.com/model - Get an exclusive discount on your daily health elixirs!  Super Size Me - Watch the fast food experiment documentary 5 Strange Things That Will Help You Sleep Better At Night - Listen to episode 537 Eat These Foods to Improve Your Sleep Quality - Listen to episode 457 Evening Routines That Enhance Sleep - Listen to episode 216  Sleep Smarter - Upgrade your sleep habits with strategies in my national bestselling book!   Be sure you are subscribed to this podcast to automatically receive your episodes:    Apple Podcasts Spotify Soundcloud Pandora YouTube   Join TMHS Facebook community - Model Nation  This episode of The Model Health Show is brought to you by Paleo Valley and Four Sigmatic. Use my code MODEL at PaleoValley.com/model to save 15% sitewide on nutrient dense snacks, superfood supplements, and more.   Visit foursigmatic.com/model to get an exclusive 10% discount on mushroom and adaptogen-packed blends to improve your life. 

TMHS 431: The Myth Of Hard Work & How To Upgrade Your Identity - With Guest Vishen Lakhiani

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