The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Dr. Tali Sharot is the director of the Affective Brain Lab. She is a Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience at University College London and on the faculty of the Department of Brain and Cognitive Sciences at MIT. Sharot holds a BA in Economics and Psychology from Tel Aviv University and a PhD from New York University. Sharot’s research integrates neuroscience behavioral economics and psychology to study how emotion and motivation influences people’s beliefs and decisions. Prof. Sharot’s award winning books – The Optimism Bias (2011) and The Influential Mind (2017) – have been praised by outlets including the NYT, Times, Forbes and more. Her two TED talks have been viewed more than 15 million times total. Today on the show we discuss: How to motivate yourself to change a behavior that you don’t like, Is it really necessary to develop a “why” before trying to achieve a goal, How to start a new healthy habit even if you don’t enjoy it, Whether or not manifestation actually works, Why you must learn to develop optimism and how to actually use it to your advantage, Why resilience is beneficial for your overall health and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Filly is the founder of Functional Bodybuilding. After leaving medical school, he turned instead to health and fitness to help people more directly with training and nutrition in their day to day lives. Drawing on an extensive training background in soccer and his competitive Crossfit career, Marcus owned an affiliate CrossFit gym for years before changing methodologies to help athletes better succeed through individual coaching. After the 2016 CrossFit Games, he was burned out and broken, and about to become a first time father. Functional Bodybuilding was born out of a need to train more for longevity and sustainability – while still looking good and moving well.Today on the show we discuss: how to stay fit without sacrificing your family, an overlooked but effective way to build muscle, why going to the gym doesn’t necessary make you “active,” how to lose body fat and keep it off for good, why eating clean is misleading, the power of a “5 ingredient meal,” why CrossFit can be dangerous and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Shefali received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. Specializing in the integration of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, she brings together the best of both worlds for her clients. She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development, teaching courses around the globe. She has written six books, three of which are New York Times best-sellers, including her two landmark books The Conscious Parent and The Awakened Family.Today on the show we discuss: Fantasies that parents need to do away with, Subtle ways to build connection with your kids, How to practice conscious parenting, How parents can detach from their kids level of success, Why you should look to connect before correcting your kid, How to model healthy behavior and much more.⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Tommy Wood is a neuroscientist who has coached world class athletes in a dozen sports. He received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry from the University of Cambridge and his medical degree from the University of Oxford, and he also has his PhD in physiology and neuroscience. Tommy is currently a Research Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Washington, where his research interests include identifying modifiable factors that contribute to brain health and cognitive function across the lifespan and more. Today on the show, Tommy shares his thoughts on highly popular and often debated topics such as alcohol, weed, caffeine and vaping. Much of what he has to say may or may not surprise you so I encourage you to listen until the very end. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Kwik is one of the world’s leading experts on memory, focus, learning and the brain. He’s also a NYT best selling author and host of the highly popular “Kwik Brain” podcast. Todays show is a masterclass on all things focus so that you can learn anything to help you become unstoppable, and transform your life. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ Virgin is a celebrity nutritionist, personal trainer, fitness hall of famer, NYT best-selling author and a leading voice in the health and fitness spaceToday on the show we discuss: the biggest fat loss mistakes people make, how to effectively lose body fat, the best foods for fat loss, how JJ saved her son’s life, the best thing you can do first thing in the morning to optimize your day for fat loss, the top foods to eat for losing belly fat and more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ali Abdaal, a productivity expert with over 5 million YouTube subscribers and acclaimed online courses, discusses debunking productivity myths, conquering fear with his 10-10-10 rule, overcoming burnout, balancing work and well-being, addressing emotional blockers, and the power of small wins in overcoming procrastination.

Dr. John Demartini is a polymath and a world-renowned human behavior expert. His mission and vision is to share knowledge and wisdom that empowers you to become a master of your own life and destiny. He's an internationally published author, a global educator and the founder of the Demartini Method, a revolutionary tool in modern psychology. His education curriculum ranges from personal growth seminars to corporate empowerment programs. His teachings are the synthesis of knowledge and wisdom from the greatest minds through history and his curriculum is designed to help you empower and inspire all 7 areas of your life.Today on the show we discuss: Why you aren’t attracting what you want into your life, common manifestation traps people fall into, the surprising reason people engage in unhealthy behaviors, how to escape the victim mindset, how to determine if you’re living a life of integrity, how to attract the right relationship into your life, and so much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adam Lane Smith is a transformative force in the field of personal development and relationships. He’s Leveraged years of professional experience as a licensed psychotherapist into becoming a highly sought-after Attachment Specialist and personal coach. His clients includeregular families hoping to mend marital troubles. high-power executives striving for harmony in parenting, millionaire CEOs navigating the intricate world of dating and more. Today on the show we discuss in depth 7 relationship lessons that most people learn too late and much more. Connect with Adam: InstagramWebsitePodcast⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Elisa Hallerman PhD is an addiction and trauma specialist. She is an attorney and the founder and CEO of the Recovery Management Agency and author of the book Soulbriety: a plan to heal your trauma, overcome addiction and reconnect with your soul.Today on the show we discuss: why reconnecting to your soul is necessary for recovering from addiction, why success and fame aren’t the solution for your mental health, how to transform your darkest moments into personal growth, why addiction needs to be taken seriously now more than ever, Elisa’s riveting story of addiction and finding recovery and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed.If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately.If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help:Emergency Medical Services—911If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day.National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices