Lisa Feldman Barrett is among the top one percent most cited scientists in the world for her revolutionary research in psychology and neuroscience. She is a University Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Northeastern University, with appointments at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital. She also received a Guggenheim Fellowship in 2019, the APS Mentor Award for Lifetime Achievement in 2018, and the APA Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award in Psychology in 2021. She is the author of many books including the one discussed in this episode, Seven and a Half Lessons About The Brain.In this episode, Eric and Lisa Feldman Barrett discuss key findings about how our brains work and how these findings can help us live a healthier, happier life. But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Lisa Feldman Barrett and I Discuss Lessons About the Brain and…Her book, Seven and a Half Lessons About The BrainThe ways that humans regulate one another contributing to the wellbeing or burdening one anotherThat we are the caretaker of other people’s nervous systemsThe fact that we are all also responsible for ourselvesWe are responsible for certain things not necessarily because they’re our fault, but because we’re the only one’s who can change themDifference between responsibility and culpabilityThe brain’s most important jobThe biggest predictor of illness in adulthoodWhat makes you more vulnerable to stressors later in lifeThat brains specialize in predicting rather than reactingThings we can do to make the quality of our day to day experience feel betterFlexibility being the key to resilienceLisa Feldman Barrett Links:Lisa’s WebsiteTwitterID Tech is the world’s number one STEM program for kids and teens ages 7-17. Visit www.idtech.com/wolf to get $100 off ID Tech’s virtual tech camp.Awara Mattresses are made with only natural and organic materials, including 100% organic wool from happy New Zealand sheep! For every mattress sold, 10 fruit trees will be planted. To get $350 off your mattress, plus free shipping, a Forever warranty, AND free accessories (including 2 pillows, sheets, and a waterproof mattress protector (value $499)), visit www.awarasleep.com/feedIf you enjoyed this conversation with Lisa Feldman Barrett, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Lisa Feldman Barrett on Emotions (2017)Strengthening Our Resilience with Linda GrahamNeuroscience Behind our Reality with James KingslandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Kundtz is a former director and presenter of Inside Track seminars and a former clergyman turned author. David has sold more than 113,000 books in English, Spanish, and Japanese and has also established a psychotherapy practice in Berkeley, CA. Eric and David discuss his book, The Art of Stopping: How to Be Still When You Have to Keep GoingIn this episode, Eric and David talk about what it means to practice “stopping” in life, including the three components and the many benefits of stopping.But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, David Kundtz and I Discuss the Art of Stopping and…His book, The Art of Stopping: How to Be Still When You Have to Keep GoingStopping is doing nothing as much as possible in order to wake up, remember who you are and what you want.Stopping allows you to be still in order to access the wisdom within usThe “mountain of too much” How stopping allows us to make a distinction between what is important and not important.The numbness of moving through life and not experiencing itHow slowing down helps you to rememberTrue relaxation is one of the gifts of stoppingThe 3 components of stoppingStillpoints are opportunities to stop, breathe, and rememberUsing your creativity to bring meaning to your still pointsMaking triggers to help you remember your still pointsStopping is a form of meditationHow spending time in nature is compatible with stopping David Kundtz Links:David’s WebsiteTwitterFacebookBest Fiends: Engage your brain and play a game of puzzles with Best Fiends. Download for free on the Apple App Store or Google Play.   If you enjoyed this conversation with David Kundtz on the Art of Stopping, you might also enjoy these other episodes:A Big History of Everything with David ChristianBeing Heart Minded with Sarah BlondinGregg KrechSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Marianne Williamson is an internationally acclaimed author and lecturer. For the last 35 years, Marianne has been one of America’s most known public voices having been a popular guest on television programs such as Oprah, Larry King Live, Bill Maher, and many others. She was also a presidential candidate in the most recent election. Seven of her 12 published books have been New York Times Bestsellers and today she talks about her book, A Politics of Love: A Handbook for a New American Revolution.In this episode, Eric and Marianne Williamson discuss the ways forward to create positive change in our society and our world, in the midst of all the difficulties that surround us. But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Marianne Williamson and I Discuss A New Revolution and…Her book, A Politics of Love: A Handbook for a New American RevolutionHow the ego is so loud and the spirit is quietThat a common mistake we make when we’re younger is that we don’t take life seriously enoughThe path forward from where we find ourselves todayWhat to do when you encounter someone of a different point of view That once you start asking the deeper questions, the deeper answers will comeThe starting point for getting involved in creating changeHow to remain involved in actively changing the broken parts of the systemThat we need to display as much conviction behind our love as some display behind their hateThe invitation to rise to the challenges before usHealing the polarization of today’s political climateMarianne Williamson Links:Marianne’s WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebookFeals: Premium CBD delivered to your doorstep to help you manage stress, anxiety, pain, and sleeplessness. Feals CBD is food-grade and every batch is tested so you know you are getting a truly premium grade product. Get 50% off your first order with free shipping by becoming a member at www.feals.com/wolfTalkspace is the online therapy company that lets you connect with a licensed therapist from anywhere at any time at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy. It’s therapy on demand. Visit www.talkspace.com or download the app and enter Promo Code: WOLF to get $100 off your first month.If you enjoyed this conversation with Marianne Williamson on a New Revolution, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Deep Transformation with Spring WashamImprovising in Life with Stephen NachmanovitchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Nestor is an author and journalist who has written for Outside Magazine, The Atlantic, National Public Radio, The New York Times, and many more. Eric and James discuss his NY Times bestseller book, “Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art”In this episode, Eric and James Nestor discuss the science of breathing, the importance of nasal breathing as opposed to mouth breathing, and the tremendous health benefits of breathing well.But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, James Nestor and I Discuss the Science of Breathing and…His book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost ArtHow breath is the missing pillar of good health  His experience of participating in a study where he did only mouth breathing for 10 daysThe detrimental effects of mouth breathing such as high blood pressure, sleep apnea and snoringUnderstanding that the nose is the first line of defense for our bodiesHis experience of only nasal breathing and how the negative effects of mouth breathing were immediately reversedThe best breathing is gentle breath in for 5-6 seconds and gentle breath out for 5-6 secondsGood breathing increases the connections between the different areas of the brainBreathing slower and exhaling longer can help with anxiety or panic attacksHow lung capacity can improve with healthier breathing habitsHow we get more energy from the air than good nutritionThe different breathing methods and techniques are like interval training for your lungsBreathing well is vital to good health and longevity and is as important as eating well and exerciseJames Nestor Links:James’s WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebookCalm App: The app designed to help you ease stress and get the best sleep of your life through meditations and sleep stories. Join the 85 million people around the world who use Calm to get better sleep. Get 40% off a Calm Premium Subscription (a limited time offer!) by going to www.calm.com/wolfAncient Nutrition offers whole food nutritional products that are designed to provide Ancient Nutrients in a modern, convenient form to power the body and mind and restore health, strength, and vitality. Enter promo code WOLF at ancientnutrition.com to get 20% off your first order If you enjoyed this conversation with James Nestor on the Science of Breathing, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Mind Over Matter with Wim HofJillian PranskySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the first episode in a special mini-series in which Eric explains the obstacles that get in the way of us bridging the gap between what we know and what we do and how to overcome these obstacles so that our lives really transform. Be sure you're signed up on our email list at www.oneyoufeed.net so that you don't miss out on some exciting things to come!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lenuta Hellen Nadolu is a loving mother, a successful entrepreneur, and, as you’ll find out in this interview – a survivor. Most recently, Helen was a guest speaker at a United Nations High Commissioners For Refugees Charitable Event in Support of Women and Girls in The Democratic Republic of Congo. In this episode, Eric and Hellen discuss her new book, Give Me Courage: The Inspiring True Story Of Survival and Escape. But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Lenuta Hellen Nadolu and I Discuss Courage and Strength …Her book, Give Me Courage: The Inspiring True Story Of Survival and EscapeHer experience growing up in a struggling communist countryMeeting her future husband, the doctor who cared for her mother in the hospitalThe extraordinary circumstances under which she was able to marry her husbandHer move to Africa in consideration of her daughterThe love, care, and, respect she found in GhanaWhen her husband decided to marry a 2nd wifeHer experience as the first white woman to divorce a black man in the Ghanian court Why she decided to pack her bags, take her children and fly illegally – smuggling her children – out of GhanaHer dream of giving her children a life free of the racist abuse they had experiencedThe psychic who told her where to what country she would move Lenuta Hellen Nadolu Links:TwitterFacebookKiwiCo: The subscription service that sends your child hands-on science, art, and geography projects each month to build confidence, creativity, and critical thinking skills. Get 30% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line with the promo code FEED at www.KiwiCo.comOrganifi: Your all-day, total body, certified organic, delicious superfood system. Go to www.organifi.com and enter promo code WOLF to get 15% off any product in their store.If you enjoyed this conversation with Lenuta Hellen Nadolu, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Dr. Tererai Trent on Incredible PerseveranceDiscovering Our Essence with A. H. AlmaasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eiman Al Zaabi is a Muslim spiritual teacher who integrates the principles of harmony, beauty and unity into her teachings. Eiman is a facilitator and transformational coach who helps individuals transform their relationships and careers, heal from past trauma, and live authentically.  In this episode, Eric and Eiman discuss her book, Finding Grace: Daily Comfort for Uncertain TimesBut wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Eiman Al Zaabi and I Discuss Finding Grace and…Her book,  Finding Grace: Daily Comfort for Uncertain TimesEmpowering herself by exploring self-help and energy healingHer journey of evaluating her universal truths and what violates these truthsStaying in integrity with beliefs while discovering new alternative practicesValues are things that we are drawn towardsDifferences between values and moralsThe law of evolution is about your own personal growth and self-actualizationThe law of awakening is about the spiritual journeyDisconnection is when you betray yourself and are not living in alignment with who you areMoving from information to transformationSurrender is going through a spiritual journey of finding your source of divineWhat it means to surrender in your daily lifeWhere our control ends is where the divine takes overInformation toxicity depletes our ability to make good decisionsThe core self, the contextual self, and the developmental selfAllowing the inner self to exhibit itself in the outer selfEiman Al Zaabi Links:Eiman’s WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebookTalkspace is the online therapy company that lets you connect with a licensed therapist from anywhere at any time at a fraction of the cost of traditional therapy. It’s therapy on demand. Visit www.talkspace.com or download the app and enter Promo Code: WOLF to get $100 off your first month.If you enjoyed this conversation with Eiman Al Zaabi on Finding Grace, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Eli Jaxon-Bear on Your True SelfTara BrachSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bruce Feiler is the author of 7 New York Times best-sellers and he’s also the presenter of two primetime series on PBS as well as the inspiration for the drama series on NBC, Council of Dads. Bruce’s two TedTalks have been viewed millions of times.In this episode, Eric and Bruce discuss his book, Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change At Any Age. But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Bruce Feiler and I Discuss Life Transitions and…His book, Life Is in the Transitions: Mastering Change At Any AgeThat our lives are fairy tales – and fairy tales all have difficulties in themHis quest to help other people tell their life’s storiesThe myth of a linear life course and how we suffer because we expect linearityLife quakesHow he defines a life disruptor vs. a life transitionThe three phases of a life transitionThe skill of rewriting your story after a life quakeThe importance of telling our storiesIdentity transitions“Don’t shield your eyes when the scary parts start because that’s when the heroes are made.”How we all can be and need to be the heroes in our own storiesBruce Feiler Links:Bruce’s WebsiteTwitterInstagramFacebookCalibrate helps you reset your metabolic system for sustainable weight loss and improved whole-body health. Calibrate combines virtual doctor visits, FDA-approved medication, and one on one video coaching. See if Calibrate is right for you and available in your area. Go to www.joincalibrate.com and enter promo code wolf to get $50 off your one-year membership.  Organifi: Your all-day, total body, certified organic, delicious superfood system. Go to www.organifi.com and enter promo code wolf to get 15% off any product in their store.If you enjoyed this conversation with Bruce Feiler on Life Transitions, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Successful Aging with Alan CastelThe Happiness Curve with Jonathan RauchPsychological Flexibility with Steven C. HayesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teaching: Deconstructing Emotions Song: Monster Ballad by Josh Ritter Poem: Of Being by Denise Levertov Photo by Alexas_Fotos on UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Caroline Myss is a five-time New York Times bestselling author and internationally renowned speaker in the fields of human consciousness, spirituality and mysticism, health, energy medicine, and the science of medical intuition. She is the former host of the TV Series “The Journey with Caroline Myss” on the Oxygen Network, and a guest on Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul Sunday.Eric and Caroline discuss her book,  Intimate Conversations with the Divine: Prayer, Guidance, and GraceIf you are interested in learning more about how to integrate and embody spiritual principles into the moments of your daily life, Eric teaches people how to do just that in his 1-on-1 Spiritual Habits Program.  Click here for a free 30-minute call with Eric to learn more.    But wait – there’s more! The episode is not quite over!! We continue the conversation and you can access this exclusive content right in your podcast player feed. Head over to our Patreon page and pledge to donate just $10 a month. It’s that simple and we’ll give you good stuff as a thank you!In This Interview, Caroline Myss and I Discuss Intimate Conversations with the Divine and…Her book, Intimate Conversations with the Divine: Prayer, Guidance, and Grace  Her spiritual journey of understanding the nature of God Learning that we are not here for life to serve us, but for us to serve lifeThe great transformation of the shedding of separatism and the emergence of holismOur struggles with knowing what we believe or have faith inLacing faith in yourself makes it impossible to have faith in anything else.  Having faith and trust are essential to our well beingHow there is no logic to mystical matters Humans are designed to sense vulnerability in other people“Upper level” thoughts are about our mutual survival“Lower-level” thoughts are about our personal survivalHow prayer can help keep the dark, “reptilian” thoughts at a distanceForgiveness is not a rational thing, but the first thing we must do for ourselvesHow healing requires a stage of holy witnessForgiving is letting go of the internal rage and for that personWe are born to learn about the creative power of our soulThe text of life is about learning that what we give is better than what we takeCaroline Myss Links:Caroline’s WebsiteTwitterFacebookIf you enjoyed this conversation with Caroline Myss on Intimate Conversations with the Divine, you might also enjoy these other episodes:Mirabai Starr on the Divine FemineKrista TippettChris HokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.