SuperLife with Darin Olien

Stress can be a helpful signal rather than an enemy, pointing us towards misalignments in our lives. It acts like a dashboard light, revealing hidden issues related to our health, choices, and environments. Discover how layered stress impacts our vitality through modern distractions, unresolved conflicts, and even sleep. Learn practical tools to reclaim your energy, set healthy boundaries, and foster a sense of purpose. Embrace stress as the starting point for greater awareness and transformation in your life.

Maya Raichoora, the UK's leading expert in mental fitness and Nike's first mental fitness trainer, shares her inspiring journey from battling chronic illness to mastering visualization techniques. She explains how mental fitness is a trainable skill that can reshape our self-image and reprogram our brains. Listeners will learn about the neuroscience behind visualization, how to create space between stimulus and response in everyday life, and actionable methods to unlock their highest potential. It's a powerful exploration of the mind's ability to influence reality.

Discover vital tips for caring for your furry friends, focusing on clean water and balanced diets. Learn how hydration, including minerals and electrolytes, impacts your dogs' health. Explore the benefits of natural supplementation and how feeding once a day could enhance longevity. Hear a cautionary tale about heatstroke and the importance of vigilance. Uncover insights on transitioning from kibble to raw diets, ensuring gut health, and keeping your pets thriving through mindful care practices.

In this unforgettable episode, Darin welcomes Chloe Temtchine — award-winning singer, songwriter, and founder of the Chloe Temtchine Foundation. Diagnosed with one of the rarest and most devastating lung diseases on the planet, Chloe was literally given days to live. Sixteen years later, after surviving cardiac arrest, a coma, life support, and ultimately a double lung transplant, Chloe has turned her battle into a mission of hope, resilience, and joy. Through her Super Brave series, the Smile Tour in pediatric hospitals, and her powerful music, Chloe inspires thousands to embrace life no matter the odds. In this conversation, Chloe shares the mindset shifts, healing practices, and creative expressions that not only helped her survive the impossible — but allowed her to thrive.     What You’ll Learn 00:00 – Welcome to SuperLife and sponsor intro 02:32 – Meet Chloe Temtchine: singer, songwriter, and the definition of Super Brave 03:10 – Diagnosed with pulmonary veno-occlusive disease and given days to live 06:49 – The misdiagnoses, the stage collapse, and five years of fighting for answers 10:32 – Facing heart failure, “dead person walking” pulmonary pressures, and her first brush with death 13:25 – Why Chloe took healing into her own hands: food, mindset, movement, creativity, and love 15:20 – Music as therapy: how creativity became her lifeline 16:05 – Cardiac arrest, coma, and the miracle of a double lung transplant in 2020 19:14 – The will to live: retraining the mind, ringing the bell, and watching The Secret daily 23:32 – Radical ownership: why Chloe told herself “I created this” to reclaim her power 28:16 – Hope as medicine: why reigniting hope in others is her life mission 33:40 – Seeing illness as a teacher: the hidden lessons behind suffering 42:03 – Why she believes nothing is random, and how life prepared her for each battle 45:04 – Life after transplant: the small limitations and the massive freedom 50:13 – The Chloe Temtchine Foundation: hope, awareness, and the Smile Tour 01:04:00 – Super Brave Kids and the wisdom of children facing illness 01:15:00 – Final reflections: choosing joy, gratitude, and service in the face of fear     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Pique Tea: Go to www.piquelife.com/darin to get 20% off all products for life and a free starter kit.     Find More from Chloe Temtchine Website: chloetemtchine.com Foundation: The Chloe Temtchine Foundation Music: Available on Spotify, Apple Music, and more Instagram: @chloetemtchine     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Website: https://superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway “Hope is the most underestimated medicine. Even in the darkest pain, if you can find a spark of hope — through music, love, or faith — it can reignite the will to live and transform your entire path.”  

Introduction In this solo episode, Darin dives into a practice that has been both revered and misunderstood across history: the enema. From ancient Egypt and Mayan rituals to Ayurveda and modern biohacking, enemas have long been used as tools for cleansing, hydration, and targeted healing. Darin shares his own two-decade experience with enemas — from parasite cleanses to coffee enemas — and explores the science, history, and red flags you need to know. This is not medical advice, but an invitation to learn from ancient wisdom and consider how these practices might support your own healing journey.     What You’ll Learn 00:21 – Why enemas have been used for thousands of years, from Egypt to the Maya 01:33 – Parasite cleansing, hydration, and creating an environment for balance 02:38 – Pharaohs’ “shepherds of the king’s rectum” and enemas in ancient medical texts 03:20 – Ayurveda protocols for cleansing, oils, and elimination support 04:25 – The Maya’s ritual use of enemas, including psychoactive delivery 05:22 – Enemas as lifesaving hydration in medical history (Murphy’s Drip) 06:30 – FDA-approved microbiome enemas and rapid constipation relief 07:24 – Parasite cleanses, detox protocols, and Darin’s own experiences 08:38 – Why we all live with parasites and how enemas help restore balance 09:19 – Ancient wisdom vs. modern medicine: why we need both 10:19 – Coffee enemas, liver support, detox, and peristalsis stimulation 11:20 – Lights turning back on: Darin’s personal benefits from enemas 12:20 – Red flags: who should not do enemas (IBD, bleeding, surgeries, etc.) 13:47 – The importance of fiber, microbiome support, and daily practices 15:21 – Why Darin does two enemas a week and how they “turn the lights back on” 16:32 – Closing reflections: enemas as ancient tools for hydration, cleansing, and microbiome health     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Our Place: Toxic-free, durable cookware that supports healthy cooking. Use code DARIN for 10% off at fromourplace.com.     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Website: https://superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway “From the pharaohs to Ayurveda to modern biohacking, enemas have always been about accessing the body in powerful ways. Used with care and wisdom, they can reawaken ancient practices of cleansing, hydration, and healing.”     Bibliography & Sources Egypt / Antiquity: Hektoen Int’l on the Shepherd of the Rectum; overview of Egyptian proctology terms. Encyclopedia Pub Ayurveda (Basti): Classical reviews and practitioner summaries of Nirūha/Anuvāsana, indications, and protocols. IJRAPCalifornia College of Ayurveda Maya ritual enemas: Carod-Artal review (2015) and De Smet et al. on ritual enemas/psychoactives; museum/archaeological overviews with ceramic scenes. ScienceDirect+1 Rectal rehydration / proctoclysis: Wilderness case report of successful rectal ORS in hemorrhagic shock; historical review of proctoclysis as standard therapy (late 19th–early 20th c.). SAGE JournalsPMC Constipation/impaction patient education: Cleveland Clinic guidance on when/how enemas are used. Cleveland Clinic Parasite obstruction (Ascaris): pediatric surgical series noting hypertonic saline enemas for colonic worm disentanglement; newer case discussions. Lippincott JournalsPMC Microbiome therapy (powerful modern rectal route): FDA approval docs and clinical literature for REBYOTA(enema) and FMT efficacy. U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationCleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine Risks & what to avoid: FDA safety communication on phosphate enemas; case report of coffee-enema proctocolitis; reviews cautioning routine “colon cleansing.” U.S. Food and Drug AdministrationPMC

In this powerful conversation, Darin sits down with Lori Woodley — veteran school counselor, advocate, nonprofit founder, and author — to explore how we can transform education, parenting, and even workplaces through emotional intelligence, authenticity, and radical accountability. With 30 years of experience in schools and the nonprofit All It Takes, Lori shares what kids really need to thrive in today’s hyper-pressured, tech-driven world — and why the answer always comes back to genuine care, resilience, and presence. What You’ll Learn [00:00] Welcome to SuperLife and sponsor intro [05:21] Introducing Lori Woodley: School Counselor Advocate of the Year [07:52] The gift of setbacks: how rejection led her to a career she loved [09:34] Why surrendering control often opens doors we couldn’t imagine [11:10] The pandemic’s impact on kids and why Lori started her nonprofit in 2010 [12:38] Early warning signs of mental health decline among kids [13:52] How unrealistic expectations overwhelm educators and families [16:01] Why Lori still believes in public schools — and how parents can advocate [18:28] Educators aren’t mental health professionals… but they can still make a difference [23:34] How one positive or negative comment from a teacher changes a child’s life [25:39] Creating trusted spaces: why teachers must heal themselves too [27:11] The “pity party” culture in staff rooms and how it spreads hopelessness [29:07] Lori’s framework: Notice – Use – Act, and her book SEL Muscle Mastery [35:39] Meeting people where they are, instead of “should-ing” on them [40:26] Why autopilot keeps us stuck — and Lori’s “cross backwards” exercise [44:03] Two steps forward: how small disruptions in routine spark transformation [50:29] Tools for everyday life: don’t take things personally, radical accountability, noticing needs [53:35] How appreciation styles can fracture relationships if misunderstood [55:32] Why service-driven people struggle to receive recognition [58:14] Hustle culture, shame, and learning to embrace rest [01:06:10] The blame cycle between schools, parents, and kids [01:07:24] Respect and care: why kids don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care [01:12:00] Building belonging and attachment through simple daily gestures Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Pique Tea: Go to www.piquelife.com/darin to get 20% off all products for life and a free starter kit. Find More from Lori Woodley Website: All It Takes Instagram: @lori.woodley Book: SEL Muscle Mastery Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Website: https://superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences Key Takeaway “Kids don’t care how much you know until they know how much you care. When we build cultures of authentic care — in schools, homes, or workplaces — we create the safety and connection that allow learning, healing, and true transformation to flourish.”  

Explore five quick and practical ways to reduce hidden toxins and enhance your well-being. Discover why if something smells 'off,' it’s best to avoid it. Learn how to improve your indoor air quality and ensure your water is safe and clean. Dive into superfood hacks that advocate for nutrient-dense diets. Finally, find out the importance of choosing organic, fragrance-free textiles for body care. Embrace small, consistent changes for massive benefits in your health!

John Mackey, co-founder of Whole Foods Market and proponent of conscious capitalism, shares his inspiring journey from a small food store to a billion-dollar brand. He discusses the origins of conscious capitalism and its four pillars, emphasizing higher purpose and stakeholder integration. Mackey explores the challenges of remaining mission-driven in a profit-focused world and offers insights on leadership's role in fostering a positive culture. He also touches on innovative health solutions and the importance of community in transforming wellness.

In this solo episode, Darin shares a deeply personal journey into intention, self-love, and the hidden connection between pain and purpose. Through stories of ceremony, meditation, and inner commitments, Darin explores how pain can be transformed into clarity and how intention is the compass guiding us toward our highest self. If you’ve ever struggled with physical pain, emotional blocks, or feeling stuck in your own patterns, this episode offers a perspective shift that may change how you see your struggles and your potential.     What You’ll Learn: [00:00] Welcome to SuperLife: igniting possibilities, inspiring change, and building sovereignty. [02:15] Why this episode is deeply personal and what inspired Darin’s recent vow of self-love. [02:28] The ceremony that shifted everything: choosing to love himself completely. [03:01] How intention can break through limitations and open new levels of legacy and purpose. [05:42] Exploring the relationship between physical pain and unresolved emotional patterns. [07:18] Why most of us distract from pain instead of listening to its message. [09:43] Intention as the medicine: how clarity transforms pain into growth. [13:22] Stories of how pain points have redirected Darin’s life. [18:09] Practical steps for setting and reinforcing powerful intentions. [23:44] How sovereignty, self-love, and pain work together in creating a SuperLife. [26:10] Final reflections: why your pain can be your teacher if you choose to listen.     Thank You to Our Sponsors: Therasage: Go to www.therasage.com and use code DARIN at checkout for 15% off Bite Toothpaste: Go to trybite.com/DARIN20 or use code DARIN20 for 20% off your first order.     Find More from Darin Olien: Instagram: @darinolien Podcast: SuperLife Website: https://superlife.com Book: Fatal Conveniences     Key Takeaway "Pain isn’t something to run from—it’s something to listen to. When we shift from seeing pain as a punishment to recognizing it as a compass, it transforms from suffering into guidance, leading us toward healing, purpose, and intentional living."

In a compelling conversation, Aaron Bigelow, the founder of AmpCoil and a pioneer in frequency medicine, shares his transformative journey from battling chronic Lyme disease to innovating in energy healing. He discusses the limitations of mainstream medicine and the revolutionary potential of bio resonance and electric medicine. Aaron’s story includes insights on moving off-grid for healing, the silent struggles of chronic illness, and the emergence of frequency-based diagnostics. This enlightening dialogue reveals how the right frequencies could unlock radical wellness for many.