The way we work has changed more in the past four years than it has in the past 20. An estimated 43 percent of Americans are now working at least partially from home, artificial intelligence is making most people at least marginally more productive, and we’re all connected all of the time. This sounds good–or at least exciting–but is it working for you? Are you more efficient? More balanced? More creative? My guest on this week’s podcast wrote a book on efficiency in our modern world, a quickly changing landscape where decade old systems and processes have become obsolete. Listen and learn: How time energy management is now more important that time management Why productivity should be measured in terms of results not total work completed How to break up your day based on your peak creative blocks Why we need to rethink the way we measure and track work Links www.MithuStoroni.com   ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Mithu Storoni is a medical doctor, neuroscientist, and author, best known for her work on stress and its effects on the brain. Her books include Stress Proof and her forthcoming title, Hyperefficient.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

Dr. Liz Lyster, an OB-GYN with over 25 years in hormonal health, dives into the realities of menopause. She reveals how hormone replacement therapy (HRT) myths, especially regarding breast cancer risks, distort women's choices. The discussion highlights the benefits of balanced hormones for sleep and bone health. Liz advocates for a patient-centered approach and discusses various HRT options, while redefining menopause as a growth opportunity. She also emphasizes the nutritional benefits of soy and the importance of fitness in enhancing health during this life stage.

Professor Paul Lee, a double board certified surgeon specializing in knee and hip surgeries, discusses innovative joint pain management. He highlights the impressive success rates of hip replacements and the complexities of knee interventions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of making informed choices about treatments like injections and cryotherapy. Professor Lee also advocates for a holistic approach to fitness, recommending balanced exercise routines to enhance joint health and overall well-being.

Dr. Helen Lavretsky, a psychiatrist and UCLA professor specializing in geriatric psychiatry, sheds light on the mental health struggles faced by those over 60, revealing that loneliness and chronic pain are significant factors. She discusses the aging brain's shifts and the challenges of polypharmacy. Fascinatingly, Dr. Lavretsky emphasizes the uplifting power of music, chanting, and mind-body practices like yoga, highlighting their benefits for mental well-being and cognitive health in later life.

In middle age and beyond, your metabolism changes. It’s easier to gain weight - particularly around your midsection - and it’s very hard to lose it. The same foods that kept you lean when young suddenly cause imbalance. Why? What changed? Aging creates a cascade of changes, but insulin resistance is a key driver that is rarely measured or understood. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a health provider whose work is focused on tackling this issue, particularly in older adults. Listen and learn: Why fasting insulin tests are not common but easy to get Why we have less wiggle room, metabolically in middle age and beyond How stress, sleep, and nutrition all play a role in metabolic dysfunction Why your standard blood work might miss insulin resistance Links Dr. Nolte’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Morgan Nolte is a geriatric physical therapist and the founder of Zivli an organization that helps people reverse insulin resistance and lose weight.  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

Digestive health issues can make every day a challenge, put strain on personal relationships, and even become life threatening if advanced and untreated. My guest on this week’s podcast suffered from severe Crohn’s that left him emaciated and very ill. He found his way back to health through functional medicine and now dedicates his career to helping others. Listen and learn: About the usefulness and confusion around testing The individuality of responses to toxins and treatment The importance of a custom-tailored approach Why it’s important to focus on the big offenders in diet and lifestyle Links Website ABOUT OUR GUEST Dane Johnson is a Board Certified Nutritionist who naturally recovered from a near-death experience battling Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. He is the founder of CrohnsColitisLifestyle. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

No one wants to die alone, and yet according to Pew Research, 29% of people aged 50 to 64 are single. That number jumps to 36% for those over 65. Dating is a minefield at any age, but how do you start again in the later chapters of life? On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet a dating coach who helps women do just that. Listen and learn: Why a pragmatic approach is needed How to view yourself as the CEO and your dates as interns The truth about dating apps vs. real life Mistakes commonly made around height, age, and income desires Guest’s website ABOUT OUR GUEST Evan Marc Katz is a dating coach and author who has been helping singles to find love for over 20 years. He is the founder of Love U, an online dating coaching program, and author of the books, Why You’re Still Single and I Can’t Believe I’m Buying This Book. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

If you’re lucky enough to live a long life, you’ll inevitably be challenged by loss - the loss of family, friends, potentially even your spouse. Despite the obvious inevitability of loss, most people avoid even talking about it, much less preparing for the death of those we love. On this week’s podcast, you’ll meet an author who’s dedicated her career to grief and loss. Listen to learn: About power of attorney, death certificates, bank details and logistics How all loss, even invisible losses, can leave us spinning The process of healing and integrating loss LINKS ChristinaRasmussen.com ABOUT OUR GUEST Christina Rasmussen is a grief educator and author. She is the founder of The Life Reentry Institute, a grief counseling organization and author of Invisible Loss, Second Firsts, and Where Did You Go?  Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

Much of how we interact with the world comes from early experiences from our childhood, with our family, and in our community. Attachment styles are psychological models for understanding the ways in which we tend to bond to others, particularly our spouses. This week’s guest reveals how understanding your attachment patterns might help you navigate your relationships with more grace. Listen and learn: The difference between secure, anxious, and avoidant attachment styles Why we often partner with people who make attachments more challenging How to move toward the ever-elusive secure attachment style Links Jessica’s Site ABOUT OUR GUEST Jessica Baum is the founder of Be Self-full® and The Relationship Institute of Palm Beach. She’s the author of Anxiously Attached: Becoming More Secure in Life and Love. Like the Show? Leave us a review Check out our YouTube channel

Derin McMains, a former professional baseball player turned Director of Mental Conditioning at a cybersecurity firm, shares his journey from sports to business. He discusses how to cultivate a flow state at work and emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals. Derin highlights the intense discipline athletes endure, which can be applied in corporate life. He also explores strategies for maintaining mental and physical performance, stressing the need for purpose and reflection in our daily tasks.