Welcome to another favorite encore edition of Untangle.

Dr. Joe Dispenza, a New York Times bestselling author, researcher, and educator is driven by the conviction that each of us has the potential for greatness and unlimited abilities--including the ability to heal ourselves. He shares how he healed himself after a devastating bike accident and the mind-body work he's continued to do to help others.

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In today’s conversation, John Sullivan, Clinical Sports Psychologist, discusses "The Brain Always Wins 2," his new book co-authored with communications expert Chris Parker. John has worked with several professional sports teams and is now head of sport psychology at high performance sport New Zealand.  This new edition addresses seven pivotal areas of brain management which include Physical activity, Rest and recovery, Optimum nutrition, Cognitive function, Emotional management, Socialization and communication, and Synergy. 

John discusses the intricate relationship between each of these areas in enhancing performance in any area of our lives. He emphasizes the importance of personalized nutrition, the role of carbohydrates in brain health, and the necessity of effective communication and social interactions for overall well-being. Sullivan also highlights the significance of emotional management techniques, such as breathing exercises, in optimizing cognitive function and performance.  There’s a lot of great information here.

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Welcome to another favorite encore edition of Untangle.

Kristin Neff is an extremely well-regarded expert and pioneer in the field of self-compassion. Her most recent book is called Fierce Self Compassion: How Women can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim their Power and Thrive. She discusses how self-compassion allows us to be tender with ourselves in difficult situations, but also that it sometimes needs to be fierce — like the mama bear energy that comes from a place of love, service, and a desire to reduce harm. We must, she says, act courageously to protect ourselves from harm and injustice — and to motivate necessary change in ourselves and society. Her message…women can be fierce and tender. Best quote from the book: "Tender Self-Compassion harnesses the energy of nurturing to alleviate suffering while fierce Self-Compassion harnesses the energy of action to alleviate suffering." We need both.

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Today’s conversation is with Cathy Heller, Author of the book Abundant Ever After: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease. In this conversation, Cathy shares her concept of abundance,  emphasizing that it is MUCH more about inner peace and connection than material wealth.

She admits that it’s challenging to maintain a state of flow and inner peace in a stressful world— but it’s her mission to do this and to teach others as well. She shares her personal journey finding purpose, love and her own spirituality.  She highlights the importance of love, both in receiving and giving, as a fundamental aspect of this human experience. I loved her little stories about how she gives out bits of love throughout her day…wherever she can. Love is a practice…just like meditation. She is driven by the power of human connection and the importance of discovering and aligning with one's gifts. My fave line from her website…YOU get to live a life that takes your breath away. Cathy is a delightful, loving soul. I hope you enjoy this conversation.

Resource: cathyheller.com

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Judson is a psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and author of the book, Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal your Mind. He has combined his expertise in mindfulness, habit, and behavioral change, and neuroscience to create practical tools to help unwind anxiety. The interview offers several ways to uncover what triggers anxiety and how to identify and break these anxiety habits using a variety of methods, including mindfulness and reward-based learning.

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Today’s guest is Dr. Steven Gundry, the New York Times bestselling author of several books and the Director of the International Heart and Lung Institute in Palm Springs, California. He’s also the Founder and Director of the Center for Restorative Medicine. The book we discuss today is The Gut-Brain Paradox: Improve Your Mood, Clear Brain Fog, and Reverse Disease by Healing Your Microbiome. 

In this conversation, Dr. Gundry discusses the profound connection between the gut and the brain, emphasizing how gut bacteria influence our thoughts, feelings, and overall health. He shares the importance of the microbiome and explains how leaky gut can lead to numerous mental and physical health conditions. He shares practical advice on how we can improve gut health through diet and lifestyle changes. He also delves into dietary recommendations, emphasizing the importance of personalized nutrition and the role of specific foods in managing inflammation and autoimmune responses. There are so many rich takeaways in this interview.

Resource: Gundrymd.com 

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Welcome to a weekly special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationship stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditation Monday’s will be your go to for a weekly guided meditation treat. And if you’re craving more…which I always do…the Meditation Studio app offers over 800 expert-guided meditations from over 70 of the world’s top meditation experts.

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Our encore episode guest today is Leah Weiss. Leah Weiss is a Ph.D., MSW, researcher, lecturer, consultant, and author of the book, How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind. Leah is also the co-founder of a company focused on workplace health called Skylyte. She’s best known for her teaching at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and her groundbreaking work with Stanford's Compassion Cultivation Program (conceived by the Dalai Lama). She’s an expert in workplace anxiety, burnout, resilience and offers a multitude of ways to support our mental health. Leah shares several practical tools for finding our purpose AND aligning our goals and values so that we can live our best life.

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Welcome to another great encore edition of Untangle.

Our guest is Dr. Molly Maloof. She is the author of a book called The Spark Factor. The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming Resilient, and Feeling Better Than Ever. In this interview, she shares her research and insights on the key pillars of women’s health and wellbeing. I found this to be like an encyclopedia chock full of information and data related to our brains, gut, mental and physical health. She’s passionate about biohacking, lifestyle interventions, personalized medicine, and optimizing performance. It’s a rich look at how we manage our own health so we don’t have to rely on the healthcare system to ‘fix us’ when something goes wrong.

Resource: Drmolly.co

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Today's guest is Dr. Drew Ramsey, a Psychiatrist and expert in nutrition and mental health. He’s also the author of the book, Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind. In this interview, Drew discusses the importance of mental fitness— and shares why our mental health is such a crucial part of our overall health. He delves into the connection between self awareness and mental fitness, as well as the powerful impact that lifestyle changes can have, including those related to nutrition, sleep, movement and our connection to others. He believes, as do many of our guests, that personalized nutrition is essential for addressing individual needs and body types. There’s a lot more here…from neuroplasticity to the gut microbiome and its’ impact on brain health to managing inflammation. I think you’ll get a lot from his wisdom. 

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We’re here, just like you…to learn, grow, share and connect. We hope you enjoy this episode.

Chapters

00:00

Introduction to Mental Fitness

02:59

Understanding Mental Health and Unhealth

05:58

The Role of Medication vs. Lifestyle Changes

09:08

The Nine Tenets of Mental Fitness

11:59

The Importance of Nutrition in Mental Health

15:00

Self-Awareness and Its Role in Mental Fitness

18:04

Exploring the Mediterranean Diet and Its Benefits

32:45

Understanding Alcohol Consumption and Mental Health

35:56

The Importance of Personalized Nutrition

39:05

Movement: A Key to Mental Fitness

43:23

The Role of Sleep in Mental Health

46:34

Connection in a Hyper-Connected World

51:21

Finding Purpose and Meaning in Life

55:50

Drew's Personal Routine for Mental Fitness

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