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95 — Use the Power of Your Mind to Heal Your Body with Dr. Josh Axe

Apr 1, 2024

Dr. Josh Axe, expert in holistic medicine, discusses the mind-body connection and how to use mindset for healing. Topics include visualization, positive thinking, placebo effect, and balancing belief with acceptance. The podcast explores overcoming limiting beliefs, developing self-awareness, and living life fully despite challenges.

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Quick takeaways

Mindset influences physical health, nutrition alone isn't enough for healing.

Replacing limiting beliefs can lead to breakthroughs and success.

Balancing self-acceptance and self-improvement is vital for personal growth.

Deep dives

Having a Strong Identity Boosts Effectiveness

The podcast discusses a study called the Batman study that showed how kids who associated themselves with a superhero or figure were 23% more effective in completing tasks. This reflects the power of having a strong identity and how it can positively impact performance and productivity.

The Importance of Self-Awareness and Empathy in Relationships

02:02

The Importance of Visualizing the Process, Not Just the Outcome

01:36

How to Heal Osteomyelitis

04:00

How to Visualize Your Life

04:00

Introduction

3min

Healing through Mindset: A Story of Resilience and Transformation

14min

Exploring Sponsor Messages for BetterHelp, Shopify, and Quince

5min

Exploring the Power of Visualization and Positive Thinking in Achieving Goals

3min

Exploring Mind-Body Healing and Behavioral Experiments

2min

Exploring the Balance of Belief and Acceptance in Healing

5min

Embracing Life Despite Challenges and Developing Empathy for Others

5min

Embracing Self-Awareness and Empathy

7min

Overcoming Limiting Beliefs and Building a Strong Mindset

9min

The way you think affects everything from the way you feel to the way you perform. It also affects your physical health. There's plenty of research that shows your thought patterns influence your body in some interesting ways.

Dr. Josh Axe learned this firsthand when he was diagnosed with a serious illness. While he used to think nutrition could heal almost anything, he now realizes mindset is the key to healing your body. Some of the things he talks about are the mind/body connection, how to change the way you think so you can feel your best, and how to use your mind to promote healing within your body.