The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author of the best selling book Intermittent Fasting Transformation, a 2x TEDx speaker, with her second talk having more than 14 million views, and the host of Everyday Wellness podcast. With over 20 years experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in intermittent fasting and women’s health, and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show. Her mission is to educate women on the benefits of intermittent fasting and overall holistic health and wellness, so they feel empowered to live their most optimal lives.Today on the show we discuss: the biggest intermittent fasting mistakes people make, how Cynthia’s journey has helped her gain compassion for her clients, why fasting won’t fix all of your problems, things you can do to take your health to the next level, how to fast correctly, why fasting could lead to greater fat loss results 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

Bedros Keulian is an entrepreneur, podcaster, business coach and author. Today on the show we discuss: steps you can take to regain control of your life, not so obvious bad habits that can destroy you, how to fix limiting beliefs and a negative mindset, how to transform trauma into personal growth, The 4 things you must control if you want to live a good life, how to prepare yourself to deal with adversity, why fitness is the ultimate tool for personal growth, 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

Santino Quaranta is a former US National and MLS soccer star. Santino was drafted by DC United when he was 16 years old and could have been one of the greatest players of all time. His rise to the top was halted quickly by ego, injuries and his battle with drug addiction. Santino hit rock bottom 16 years ago, found recovery, returned to soccer and reinvented himself. For the first time, he opens up in depth to share his story. ⚠ 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

Men's life and relationship coach, Connor Beaton, discusses why men are struggling, importance of self-worth, and effective communication. Emphasizes vulnerability, challenges to change, and improving mental health. Explores masculinity, childhood trauma, and healthy relationships.

Today's guest is Dr. William Li. Dr. Li is an internationally renowned physician, scientist and author of the books "Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself." And "Eat to Beat Your Diet: Burn Fat, Heal Your Metabolism, and Live Longer.” His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments and impacts care for more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease, and obesity. His TED Talk, "Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?" has garnered more than 11 million views.Today we discuss: the biggest weight loss myths you’ve been told, Dr. Li’s favorite diet swaps for fat loss, non-negotiable when it comes to nutrition, something that matters more than nutrition for longevity, how to develop healthy habits that last, 5 foods he would take with him on an island and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holidays are here and for many they can be filled with a lot of joy, love, connection and gratitude. But, for others the holidays can also be a time for added stress, isolation and unhealthy habits.Today's episode is a masterclass on what you can do to reduce stress, make healthier decisions, combat loneliness and stay on track with your goals during the holiday season.⚠ 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

Garrain Jones is one of the world's leading transformational coaches, authors and speakers. He is the pioneer of Artist Power, which focuses on tapping into your inner child to obtain genuine confidence, authenticity and joy in your life.Garrain's teaching reaches millions across the globe, including at his flagship Artist Power Retreat. His book, Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life, is a bestseller, and Garrain has been featured by Forbes, TEDx, Entrepreneur and more. He was also the subject of the National Geographic documentary, "Locked Up Abroad"Today on the show Garrain and I discuss 7 steps you can take to completely reinvent yourself in just one year. Garrain also shares his super inspiring story throughout this conversation and why these steps have been so meaningful in his transformation and much more.Connect with Garrain | Instagram | Website | Amazon⚠ 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. Daniel Amen is a psychiatrist, founder of Amen Clinics, a 12-time New York Times bestselling author and one of the most influential experts on mental health and brain health. Today on the show we discuss: why overstimulating your brain can be dangerous, how to know if you’re addicted to your screen, what you can do if you’re feeling overstimulated or burned out, how parents can help their kids have better relationships with their phones, 3 things you must do to optimize your brain health, how to raise mentally strong kids 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

Leah McSweeney is an author, podcaster, former star of The Real Housewives of New York, and founder of the women's streetwear company "Married To The Mob."Today on the show we discuss: Leah’s riveting story of overcoming addiction and finding sobriety, why being expelled from school shaped who she is today, how Leah’s 20’s transformed her, why her last relapse was one of the most painful moment of her life, how reality TV impacts mental health, how Leah has used adversity to her advantage, why addiction is so complicated to understand and much more. Connect with Leah HERE⚠ 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. Matt Kaeberlein is the Chief Executive Officer at Optispan, Inc., Affiliate Professor of Oral Health Sciences at the University of Washington, and Co-Director of the Dog Aging Project. Dr. Kaeberlein’s research interests are focused on understanding biological mechanisms of aging in order to facilitate translational interventions that promote healthspan and improve quality of life for people and companion animals. Dr. Kaeberlein has published more than 250 scientific papers in the field of aging biology and has received several prestigious awards Dr. Kaeberlein is the founding Director of the University of Washington Healthy Aging and Longevity Research Institute, former Director of the NIH Nathan Shock Center of Excellence in the Basic Biology of Aging and the Biological Mechanisms of Healthy Aging Training Program at the University of Washington, and former CEO and Chair of the American Aging Association.Today on the show we discuss: how you can add quality years to your life, the top 3 things that you must focus on for your overall health and longevity, why you have more control over health outcomes than you think, the role that stress plays on longevity, can you reverse your biological age, fasting for longevity how to test for longevity/aging, diet and lifestyle tips for longevity, does fasting actually help with longevity, whether or not red wine is actually healthy for you and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices