Change Your Brain Every Day

Discover how to maintain inner peace amidst chaos with real-life tools for managing your mind. The speakers share insights on avoiding the doom of the 24-hour news cycle and building mental resilience during difficult times. Learn about a 93-year-old woman's inspiring journey that showcases positivity in aging. Explore mindfulness practices, the importance of gratitude, and techniques like the 'rule of 12' for enhancing emotional health. Embrace a problem-solving mindset and humor as key strategies in navigating life's unpredictability.

Laura Pomalas and Barbara Gustafson, brain health coaches at Amen University, share their inspiring journeys of healing through brain health practices. Laura overcame a troubled childhood, while Barbara uncovered distressing family secrets. They discuss the importance of emotional resilience and community support in overcoming mental health challenges. Listeners will learn practical brain health strategies and the profound impact of understanding one's own brain, aiming to empower others to live happier, healthier lives.

In this enlightening discussion, Doug Weiss, a licensed psychologist and director at Heart to Heart Counseling Center, sheds light on Intimacy Anorexia, a hidden condition silently affecting many relationships. He explores the emotional withdrawal that leads partners to feel isolated and offers insights into the pain caused by trauma and neglect. Doug shares practical strategies for healing and making meaningful connections again, emphasizing the journey from feeling like roommates to rebuilding intimacy and love.

Doug Weiss, a licensed psychologist and executive director of Heart to Heart Counseling Center, dives deep into the complex world of sexual addiction. He discusses how unhealthy behaviors can stem from childhood trauma and modern porn culture. Weiss identifies six types of sex addicts and offers insights into recognizing when someone is in trouble. The conversation also explores the intricacies of intimacy issues, the effects of betrayal in relationships, and essential recovery strategies for both addicts and their partners.

“Flip or Flop” star Tarek El Moussa seemed to have it all—hit TV shows, fame, fortune—but behind the scenes, his life was falling apart. In this deeply revealing episode, Tarek opens up to Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen about the hidden brain struggles that shaped his life: birth trauma, multiple mental health diagnoses, alcoholism, cancer, toxic self-talk, and a near breakdown at the height of his career. After a revealing brain scan and emotional conversation, he begins to understand why he’s struggled for so long—and what he can do to finally heal. This is a relatable story of turning pain into passion and rebuilding from within. 00:00 Intro 00:44 Sponsor 01:08 Chance Encounter 05:45 Why I Am the Way I Am 08:13 Your Brain is Hurt 13:23 Coming Off of Meds 16:09 Turning Pain into Fuel 18:03 The Birth of the “Flip” Empire 24:04 The Brain’s Rejection of Success 26:06 The Last Day as a Family 31:46 Self-Medication 34:32 Tarek’s Brain SPECT Scan (Surface) 36:30 Neuropsychological Testing 42:04 Mental Hygiene 48:48 Parents/Self-Talk 51:33 The Plan 57:48 Sponsor 58:36 Wrap Up

Heather Rae El Moussa has spent years in the public eye—becoming a star on Selling Sunset and launching a successful beauty brand. But after giving birth to her son, Heather faced a new set of challenges: crashing energy, mood swings, and a worsening thyroid condition that left her feeling like she was dying. In this deeply personal episode, Heather joins Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen to share how motherhood reshaped her body, brain, and priorities. She opens up about being diagnosed with Hashimoto’s disease, the toll stress and hormones took on her mental health, and why she turned to brain imaging to understand what was really going on inside. Find out what her brain reveals and what she’s doing to stay sharp, centered, and thriving. If you’ve ever felt off after a major life shift, this episode is a must-listen. 00:00 Intro 00:44 Sponsor 01:08 Chance Encounter 05:45 Why I Am the Way I Am 08:13 Your Brain is Hurt 13:23 Coming Off of Meds 16:09 Turning Pain into Fuel 18:03 The Birth of the “Flip” Empire 24:04 The Brain’s Rejection of Success 26:06 The Last Day as a Family 31:46 Self-Medication 34:32 Tarek’s Brain SPECT Scan (Surface) 36:30 Neuropsychological Testing 42:04 Mental Hygiene 48:48 Parents/Self-Talk 51:33 The Plan 57:48 Sponsor 58:36 Wrap Up

In this enlightening conversation, Todd Herman, a performance coach and bestselling author known for his work with elite athletes, shares transformative insights drawn from his book, The Alter Ego Effect. He discusses how creating an alter ego can help individuals overcome self-doubt and unlock hidden strengths. Listeners discover the mental strategies Olympic athletes and Super Bowl champions use to perform at their best. Todd also emphasizes the importance of embracing emotions and crafting flexible identities to achieve personal goals and bridge the gap between who you are and who you want to be.

Strength isn’t just for looks—it’s protection for your brain, body, and longevity. In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen reveal why building muscle is one of the best ways to prevent dementia, depression, and frailty. Learn how strength training boosts memory, mood, and focus—and why it’s your body’s insurance policy against life’s unexpected setbacks. Tana shares her personal story of trauma and healing through fitness, and the science behind real brain-healthy enhancers like creatine, protein, and sleep. Whether you’re recovering from injury or just want to stay sharp, this episode will inspire you to get stronger—inside and out.   00:00 Intro 01:10 The Connection Between the Physical Strength & the Brain 03:56 Clearing the Cobwebs 06:31 What Robs Your Strength? 08:21 Strength Enhancing Fakers 13:38 Healthy Ways to Build Strength 14:06 Sponsor 14:46 Diet & Lifestyle 16:37 Creatine 23:01 Brain & Body Reserve 27:07 Wrap Up   Smart Creatine, Brain T-Max, and other brain-healthy supplements: https://brainmd.com

Struggling with low moods? Discover how your brain functions affect your happiness. Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen unveil mood-stealing culprits that can sabotage mental well-being. Tana shares her journey through a cancer diagnosis and medication mishaps that led her into darkness. Learn about the surprising power of saffron as a natural antidepressant. Plus, explore the significance of nutrition, emotional support, and unconventional strategies like rage journaling for reclaiming your mental health.

If you’re tired of being tired, this episode is for you. Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen break down the three biggest categories that affect your energy: what steals it, what fakes it, and what truly enhances it. From toxic people (known as “energy vampires”) to tech overload, caffeine crashes to clean supplements, you’ll learn what’s draining your spark and the best ways to boost lasting energy—without burning out.   00:00 Intro 00:58 Energy Robbers, Fakers, & Enhancers 03:11 Uncontrolled Thoughts 04:29 Energy Vampires 07:43 Poor Sleep Habits 10:00 Processed Foods & Sugar 13:43 Decision Fatigue 16:09 Sponsor 16:56 Caffeine 18:57 Adrenaline Addiction 19:51 Social Media 20:08 Breakfast/Nutrition 25:08 Sunlight/Movement 25:39 Cold Plunges/Boundaries 27:05 Peak Energy 32:28 Wrap Up   Peak Energy and other brain-healthy supplements: https://brainmd.com