Dr Espen Podcast

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Lee "Health is a journey, not a destination."  Summary In this episode, Dr Espen had the pleasure of speaking with Lee Holden, an internationally accredited Qigong master, licensed medical doctor, and acupuncturist. Lee shared his profound insights on the ancient practice of Qigong and its relevance in our fast-paced modern lives. Join them as they explore the importance of slowing down in our fast-paced lives, how Qigong can help reset and rebalance our energy, practical tips for incorporating Qigong into your daily routine, the connection between energy, health, and peak performance, and strategies for emotional resilience and energy protection. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode Trailer 00:03:59 - Lee's Journey to Qigong 00:08:10 - Chronic Fatigue and Modern Life 00:10:13 - Qigong: A Path to Vitality 00:11:55 - Creating a Morning and Evening Practice 00:15:05 - Where to Start Your Qigong Journey 00:16:18 - The Art of Effortless Power 00:18:04 - The Importance of Consistent Practice 00:19:30 - Understanding Qi and Human Potential 00:24:16 - Energy Accumulation and Peak Performance 00:30:22 - The Superhuman Experience 00:32:28 - Cultivating Inner Potential 00:35:20 - The Connection Between Energy and Compassion 00:39:03 - Energy Hygiene and Protection 00:43:44 - Lee’s message to the World 📃Guest Bio: Lee is an internationally recognized master of Qigong, licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and bestselling author. Known for making ancient wisdom accessible to modern life, he has helped tens of thousands of students improve their health, vitality, and well-being through Qigong. Lee’s teachings have been featured on PBS stations across the U.S. and Canada, and he offers classes, workshops, and a teacher certification program. His work empowers individuals to heal from injury, slow the aging process, and enhance their energy and quality of life. 📲Find out more about Lee Website: https://www.holdenqigong.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoldenQiGong Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holdenqigongofficial/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holdenqigong Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@holdenqigong 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Dr. Deanna “If you really want to prime yourself in terms of being connected to nature's rhythms, you have to eat what nature provides.” Summary In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Deanna Minich, a certified functional medicine practitioner and nutritional scientist with over 20 years of experience. Join us as explore the importance of circadian rhythms and how they affect our health, practical steps to align your eating and lifestyle with natural cycles, the impact of seasonal eating and lunar cycles on our well-being, the connection between food colors and energy centers in the body, and strategies for detoxification and emotional healing. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode Trailer 00:02:55 - The Role of Nutrition and Lifestyle in Health 00:06:43 - Understanding Circadian, Lunar, and Seasonal Rhythms 00:10:03 - Optimizing Morning and Eating Patterns 00:12:00 - The Importance of Evening Light and Melatonin 00:14:31 - The Connection Between Light, Health, and Aging 00:17:46 - Exploring the Lunar Cycle's Influence on Health 00:20:18 - Birth Month and Disease Risk 00:22:26 - The Impact of Seasonal Eating 00:24:00 - Toxin Load and Its Effects on Health 00:26:41 - Detoxification and Purification Practices 00:30:34 - The Interconnection of Energy Centers and Health 00:35:13 - The Spiritual Aspect of Detoxification 00:41:00 - The Interconnectedness of Body Systems 00:46:00 - The Phyto-Neuroendocrine System and Plant Intelligence 00:47:15 - The Role of Plants in Human Health 00:58:21 - Deanna’s message to the world 📃Guest Bio: Deanna Minich, MS, PhD, CNS, Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (IFMCP), is a nutrition scientist, international lecturer, educator, and author, with over twenty years of experience in academia and in the food and dietary supplement industries, currently serving as Chief Science Officer at Symphony Natural Health. She has been active as a functional medicine clinician in clinical trials and in her own practice (Food & Spirit™). She is the author of six consumer books on wellness topics, four book chapters, and over fifty scientific publications. Her academic background is in nutrition science, including a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Illinois at Chicago (1995) and a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Medical Sciences from the University of Groningen in the Netherlands (1999). She has served on the Nutrition Advisory Board for The Institute of Functional Medicine and on the Board of Directors for the American Nutrition Association. Currently, she teaches for the Institute for Functional Medicine, University of Western States, Institute for Integrative Nutrition, and Institute for Brain Potential. Through her talks, workshops, groups, and in-person retreats, she helps people to practically and artfully transform their lives through nutrition and lifestyle. 📲Find out more about Dr. Deanna Website: https://deannaminich.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannaminich/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deanna.minich/ Dr. Deanna Minich Downloads: https://deannaminich.com/downloads/ 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Tom “When we sit in stillness, we find that deeper level of connection.” Summary In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Tom Cronin, a former finance professional turned meditation advocate and founder of the Stillness Project. Join us as we delve into the concept of stillness and how it serves as a powerful tool for reconnecting with our true selves amidst the distractions of modern life. Tom explained the seven states of consciousness from the Vedic worldview, emphasizing that most people only experience three states: thinking, deep sleep, and dreaming. Through meditation, particularly Transcendental Meditation, individuals can access deeper states of consciousness, leading to greater awareness and connection. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode Trailer 00:03:25 - Transition from Corporate to Spiritual Path 00:06:08 - Exploring the Seven States of Consciousness 00:10:40 - Accessing Higher States of Consciousness 00:15:28 - The Role of Meditation in a Chaotic World 00:17:43 - The Caterpillar and the Butterfly Analogy 00:22:01 - The End of Kali Yuga and Transition to a New Age 00:26:58 - Overview of The Portal Film 00:29:02 - The Necessity of Meditation 00:30:40 - Resources for Deepening Meditation Practice  00:34:44 - Thoughts on Light in Darkness 00:39:56 - Tom's Message to the World 📃Guest Bio: Tom Cronin spent 26 years in finance markets as one of Australia’s leading bond and swap brokers. He discovered meditation in the early stages of his career, when the anxiety and chaos he was experiencing had hit a crisis point, and it completely transformed his world, both personally and professionally. Founder of The Stillness Project, a global movement to inspire one billion people to sit in stillness daily, Tom is passionate about reducing stress and chaos in people’s lives. His ongoing work in transformational leadership coaching and corporate training has seen him working with some of the top companies in the world like Amazon, Oracle, Harvard Business School, Qantas, UBS and Coca-Cola. He has spoken on stage at conferences and events like Adnews Summit, Afest, Wanderlust and Mind Heart Connect. Tom has six books published and produced the hit film The Portal. 📲Find out more about Tom Website: http://www.tomcronin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomcronin/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tomcronincoach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomcronin1/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@_tomcronin_ 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Dr. Michael "All problems are mental, emotional, or psychological, and all solutions are spiritual." Summary In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Reverend Dr. Michael Beckwith, founder of the Agape Center and a member of Oprah’s Super Soul 100. We explore how human consciousness has evolved, the rise of spiritual practices in modern society, and how our choices shape our destiny. Dr. Beckwith shares his wisdom on healing, expanding awareness, and embracing our inner power. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode Trailer 00:03:15 - The Evolution of Human Consciousness 00:08:47 - Finding Peace Amidst Chaos 00:14:38 - Innate Intelligence and Healing 00:20:28 - The Power of Breath in Healing 00:21:24 - The Inner Savior: Power Within 00:27:46 - Personal Transformation and Revelation 00:30:17 - The Power of Prayer and Intention 00:35:25 - Living in Flow and Service 00:39:39 - Caring for the Body Temple 00:44:36 - Nutritional Practices for Optimal Health 00:48:00 - Reverend Michael's feedback on Espen's Quantum Advanced Methodology 00:57:06 - Dr. Michael Beckwith’s message to the world 📃Guest Bio: Dr. Michael Beckwith is a prominent spiritual leader and author known for his teachings on spirituality, personal growth, and transformation. He emphasizes the power of consciousness and the importance of living a purpose-driven life. As the founder and spiritual director of the Agape International Spiritual Center, he has influenced many through his insights and practices aimed at fostering spiritual awakening and personal development. 📲Find out more about Dr. Michael Website: https://www.michaelbeckwith.com/about Podcast: https://www.michaelbeckwith.com/podcast 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Adam "You have to have your own business if you want to create wealth." Summary In this episode, we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and investing with the highly successful Adam Hudson. Join us as Adam shares his incredible journey as a serial entrepreneur, including his experience building and selling multimillion-dollar companies and his insights into the Amazon and e-commerce space. We explore the essential qualities that make a successful entrepreneur, the importance of persistence, and the mindset needed to transition from working for money to having money work for you. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode Trailer 00:02:39 - What It Takes to Be a Successful Entrepreneur 00:03:55 - The Story Behind Reliable Education 00:09:09 - Transitioning from Employee to Entrepreneur 00:12:16 - Understanding Returns on Investment 00:19:55 - The Journey to Becoming an Investor 00:22:11 - The Risks of Taking on Outside Funding 00:25:51 - Finding Product-Market Fit 00:30:02 - Lessons from Alex Hormozi 00:41:05 - Adam’s message to the world 📃Guest Bio: Adam is an Australian entrepreneur famous for teaching people how to build successful online businesses on Amazon and other platforms. He also shares his knowledge on investing in commercial real estate, having made millions in that field. Adam has spoken alongside many well-known educators, athletes, and political leaders. He is also a philanthropist, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for the John Fawcett Foundation and giving nearly 20,000 interest-free loans to entrepreneurs in developing countries. 📲Find out more about Jordan and Zac Website: https://www.adamhudson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adamhudsonofficial/ Tiktok: tiktok.com/@adamhudsonofficial Facebook: facebook.com/@adamhudsonofficial 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote "How you look is just a representation of what's going on internally." -Zac “Our body is an asset for us to make money.” -Jordan Summary In this episode, we dive deep into the world of health, wellness, and entrepreneurship with the dynamic identical twins, Jordan and Zac Stenmark. Known as the "magnetical twins" from Sydney, Australia, they share their journey from luxury fashion models to influential health advocates and entrepreneurs. Join us as we explore the importance of treating your body with care, personal experiences with health challenges, the significance of conscious communication in business partnerships and the critical role of sleep in overall health and its impact on the immune system. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode Trailer 00:00:07 - Holistic Body Care for Optimal Well-being 00:08:08 -  Internal Wellness Journey: From Modeling to Entrepreneurship 00:14:12 - Light Blocking Glasses for Improved Sleep Patterns 00:16:51 -  Enhancing Sleep Quality with Blue Blocking Glasses 00:18:59 -  Enhancing Well-being Through Optimal Sleep Patterns 00:25:43 -  Conscious Communication for Strengthening Relationships 00:35:30 - Family-Centric Personal Growth and Influence 📃Guest Bio: Jordan Stenmark is an Australian entrepreneur and model, recognized for co-founding Dreamers. He has a strong background in branding and has worked with major fashion labels, leveraging his experience to drive the company's growth in the sleep technology market. Both brothers have made significant contributions to the fashion and wellness industries. Zac Stenmark is an Australian entrepreneur and model, known for his work in fashion and as a co-founder of Dreamers, a company specializing in sleep health technology. He has collaborated with notable brands like Armani and L’Oreal and has experience in marketing and sales. 📲Find out more about Jordan and Zac Website: https://dreamers.company Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanandzac/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanandzac Youtube: https://youtube.com/@jordanandzac3325 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Alfie "Find something that you're truly passionate about and something that you would do for free." Summary In this episode, fitness enthusiast Alfie Robertson breaks down the essential steps to kickstart and scale an online presence. Join us as we explore the importance of finding your passion and niche, steps to build and grow your online following, the significance of content strategy and daily posting, tips for creating engaging content with visual and written hooks, how to leverage hashtags and collaborations effectively, strategies for monetizing your following through challenges and courses, and the value of community and accountability in fitness. Tune in as we explore the ins and outs of building a successful online presence that resonates! 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode trailer 00:03:26 - Commitment in Content Creation 00:06:16 - Understanding Credibility in Your Niche 00:09:41 - How to Craft Scroll-Stopping Content - 2 steps 00:15:27 - Understanding the Algorithm and Engagement 00:17:46 - Role of Hashtags and Posting Times 00:19:15 - Maximizing Your Captions 00:22:55 - Monetizing Your Following 00:24:40 - High Ticket vs. Low Ticket Sales 00:27:37 - Launching and Running Challenges 00:36:48 - Scaling Your Business and Hiring 00:41:07 - Strategies for Client Retention 📃Guest Bio: Alfie Robertson is a Kiwi born, Bondi living, fitness enthusiast who began posting his journey in September 2023. Since then, he has amassed a significant following on Instagram, where he shares inspiring, lifestyle-focused, and educational fitness content, resonating with a broad audience. 📲Find out more about Alfie Website: https://alfierobertson.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Tyler "If you learn to breathe and do it effectively and consciously, all the time, you'll never die."  Summary In this episode, Dr Espen chats with Tyler Tolman, a leading expert in detoxification and longevity. Tyler shares his journey from a typical Western lifestyle to discovering the power of fasting and holistic health while living on a farm with his father. They dive deep into the link between diet, mental health, and emotional well-being, exploring how poor lifestyle choices can lead to depression. Tyler explains the benefits of fasting, including how it stimulates the production of stem cells for healing and regeneration, and emphasizes the importance of nourishing our bodies with high-vibrational foods. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode trailer 00:02:05 - Tyler's Personal Journey 00:05:43 - The Link Between Lifestyle and Mental Health 00:06:26 - Gut Health and Emotional Well-being 00:08:40 - The Power of Fasting 00:12:10 - Extended Fasting for Healing 00:15:45 - Stem Cells and Fasting 00:20:00 - Detoxification Channels 00:21:27 - The Role of Breathing in Detoxification 00:25:07 - The Return of the Jedi 00:28:07 - Ancient Wisdom and Modern Health 00:30:39 - The Missing Link in Human Evolution 00:35:16 - The Path of the Healer and Warrior 00:40:32 - The Age of Enlightenment and Darkness 00:41:59 - The Roadmap to Opening Senses 📃Guest Bio: Tyler Tolman is a renowned expert in fasting and detoxification, as well as a speaker, entrepreneur, and natural health authority. Founder of Tolman Health, he has spent over 20 years helping millions worldwide through his events, workshops, and products. Combining ancient wisdom with modern science, Tyler's work draws on teachings from great minds like Pythagoras, Plato, and Hippocrates. His passion for natural healing has empowered countless individuals to overcome illnesses deemed incurable by Western medicine. A dedicated family man, Tyler continues to expand Tolman Health globally, promoting holistic wellness and longevity. 📲Find out more about Tyler Website: https://www.tylertolman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tylertolmanTT Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TylerTolmanTT Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TylerTolmanTT 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Gary “Follow your meaning. And as you do, it will take you to experiences which cannot be explained by your intellect.” Summary In this episode, Dr Espen chats with Gary Zukav, author of "The Seat of the Soul." They dive into human consciousness, the shift to authentic power, and the role of love in our lives. Gary shares his personal insights on how we're all connected and the evolution of consciousness. This episode offers valuable wisdom for anyone curious about the nature of reality. 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode trailer 00:01:04 - Guest Introduction: Gary Zukav 00:03:33 - Generational Shifts in Consciousness 00:08:58 - Creating Authentic Power 00:13:05 - The Connection Between Inner and Outer Worlds 00:17:35 - The Great Awakening 00:20:19 - The Role of Love in Transformation 00:26:43 - The Power of Choice 00:32:26 - Dimensions and Human Experience 00:36:57 - The Importance of Intention 00:40:23 - Gary’s message to the world 📃Guest Bio: Gary’s 1st book, The Dancing Wu Li Masters: An Overview of the New Physics, won the American book award for Science. He is also the author of 4 consecutive New York Times Best Sellers. The Seat of the Soul (#1 for 3 years), Soul Stories, The Heart of the Soul: Emotional Awareness, and The Mind of the Soul: Responsible Choice. Six million or more copies of his books are in print, and translations have been published more than twenty-four languages.Gary Zukav for years has conveyed the most complex insights in language all can understand.Over and over, he challenges us to see the depth of our potential in the world…and act on that awareness. His gentle presence, humor, and wisdom have endeared Gary to millions of viewers through his thirty-four appearances on The Oprah Winfrey Show. Gary is the co-founder of the Seat of the Soul Institute with Linda Francis. 📲Find out more about Gary Website: https://seatofthesoul.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gary_zukav/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GaryZukav/ 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen

Check our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo Tweetable quote from Kelly “People who don't heal are holding on to negative emotions and it's an unnecessary part of healing.” Summary In this episode, Dr Espen talks with Kelly Noonan Gores, the entrepreneur and director of the documentary Heal. They explore the mind-body connection and the crucial role of emotional and spiritual healing. Kelly reveals how unresolved trauma and negative emotions can lead to physical ailments, while Dr Espen discusses stress’s impact on chronic illness and the importance of emotional well-being. Together, they advocate for a holistic approach to health, to consider both emotional and physical aspects for complete well-being. Tune in for a conversation that could transform your understanding of wellness! 💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode trailer 00:03:12 - Inspiration Behind "Heal"  00:06:24 - Impact of Chronic Stress  00:09:43 - The Significance of Addressing Negative Emotions and Unresolved Trauma 00:14:45 - Forgiveness and Healing 00:18:06 - Exploring Energy Centers 00:20:10 - Understanding Energy Potential 00:22:30 - Breakdown Before Breakthrough 00:23:15 - The Balance of Light and Dark 00:25:42 - Preparing for Higher Consciousness 00:32:19 - Standards To Ensure We Are Walking The Right Path To The Future 00:37:11 - Kelly's Message To The World 📃Guest Bio: Kelly Noonan Gores is an entrepreneur, writer, director, and producer. She gained recognition for her award-winning documentary HEAL (2017) which explores the power of the mind-body connection and the body’s natural healing capabilities. In 2019, Kelly authored the follow-up book, HEAL: Discover Your Unlimited Potential and Awaken the Powerful Healer Within. She is the host of HEAL with Kelly, a podcast that inspires, reveals tools, and shares personal stories of the body's ability to heal. Through the HEAL brand, she aims to empower people by sharing knowledge about the remarkable ability and intelligence of the human body to expand our belief of what’s possible and become conscious co-creators with our lives. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Kelly has been in the entertainment industry since the age of seven, acting in commercials, TV, and films. Kelly is currently on the board of the Institute of the Environment and Sustainability at UCLA and has a passion for healing the planet. Her interests also extend to psychology, wellness, spirituality, and an insatiable appetite for understanding consciousness. Outside of professional pursuits, Kelly is a mother, knowledge-seeker, meditator, and investor in Religion of Sports, Trusted Gut Brewing Company, and WellSet. She also enjoys exploring all that the West Coast has to offer from snowboarding in the mountains to surfing in the ocean and stand-up paddle boarding, playing tennis, and getting lost in a self-help book, an ancient philosophy text, or a mystery novel. 📲Find out more about Kelly Website: https://www.healwithkelly.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healwithkelly | https://www.instagram.com/kellygores/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC__96bafLCdVnpFe8BsFlug 📲Find out more about Dr Espen Website: https://drespen.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espen