On today’s episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, host, Michael Chernow, is joined by Rich Roll – fellow podcaster, plant-based ultra-endurance athlete, bestselling author, wellness advocate, and motivational speaker. Rich shares his transformative journey through sobriety, both the lessons he's learned from the Dalai Lama & Happiness Experts, and how these experiences have reshaped his life and mindset. Whether you're looking to make a personal transformation, find motivation for healthy living, or understand the intersection of spirituality and wellness, this episode is packed with powerful insights.

Today, the two explore:

• Rich's life-changing encounter with the Dalai Lama and the wisdom he gained.
• What Rich has learned from top happiness experts and how it can impact your life.
• Rebuilding your life in sobriety: Challenges, breakthroughs, and growth.
• Developing mental and physical resilience: Having a high threshold for pain and pushing past limits.

A huge thanks for tuning in – We hope you found Rich’s story and insights as inspiring as we did. If you enjoyed this conversation, please take a moment to rate and review the podcast – it helps more people discover the show. And, if you think someone you know would benefit from hearing Rich's journey, don’t forget to share it with them! Be sure to tune in next week for Part 2!

TIMESTAMPS:

4:05 - Rich's life-changing encounter with the Dalai Lama

13:38 - What Rich has learned from top happiness experts

22:41 - Rebuilding your life in sobriety

31:07 - Developing mental and physical resilience