Today's guest is health and nutrition expert. Wade Lightheart. Wade is also the co-founder and president of Bioptimizers, a digestive and health optimization company, and also serves as an advisor to the American anti-cancer Institute. Wade is a three time Canadian national all natural body building champion and competed as a drug free vegetarian in the Mr. Universe contest. He is also someone that has had many setbacks in his life and thus possesses an immense amount of wisdom as well as many life lessons that he is here to share today.   We talk about how has sister’s death kickstarted his own health journey and how he stayed disciplined during such intense emotional pain and trauma.  Wade reveals  what led to his battle with addiction and 3 spiritual principles that changed his life. We also get into why he shifted to his focus from bodybuilding to longevity and more!   ​​Thanks to this episode's sponsor:   Masszymes: Masszymes can help ensure that all the protein that you consume breaks down into absorbable amino acids. Go to masszymes.com/DOUGFREE and you will automatically get access to your unique coupon code to claim your free bottle.   What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:30 How his sister’s death inspired his own health journey 08:35 Staying disciplined under intense emotional trauma 14:57 Wade’s battle with addiction 23:43 Unpacking the root cause of his addiction 27:32 Three spiritual principles that will change your life 32:52 Shifting his focus from aesthetics to longevity 37:00 Biggest mistakes he’s made when trying to improve his health 31:45 Supplements don’t matter until THIS happens!  46:00 Can digestive enzyme supplements help?  54:10 How to get a FREE bottle of digestive enzymes!      Episode Resources: BiOptimizers  Get free MASSzymes!   Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is one of the world's leading experts in the neuroscience of addiction and recovery, and has been one of the most popular guests on the podcast. Anna Lemke MD joins me today for round two. Anna is chief of the Stanford medicine, dual diagnosis clinic, and professor and medical director of addiction medicine at Stanford university's school of medicine. Dr. Lembke has testified before Congress and consulted with governors and senators from Kentucky to Missouri to Nevada. You may also recognize her from her appearance on the hit Netflix movie, “The Social Dilemma.”  Aside from this. Anna has also written two books, “Drug Dealer MD,” and her latest book, the New York times bestseller “Dopamine nation.”   We talk about what dopamine is and why it’s so important. Anna explains the neuroscience of dopamine, when it’s used and why it goes hand in hand with addiction. She also reveals how to change your brain, stop impulsive behavior and have a healthy relationship with dopamine and more!   What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:30 What is dopamine and why is it so important? 05:32 Dopamine explained with real life examples (specifically addiction) 11:20 How to CHANGE your brain!  17:33 What causes depression and why “quick fixes” make things worse 21:24 How to STOP impulsive behavior 24:17 How to know if you have an unhealthy relationship with dopamine? 27:53 Does social media have the same impact on your brain as drugs? 31:45 How social media changes your brain and cleads to other addictions 34:17 What role does stress play? 35:47: THIS might explained why you can’t pay attention 40:20 Tools for retraining your brain to be more focused Episode Resources: Dopamine Nation |    Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's guest is Colin O Brady. Colin is a ten-time world record breaking explorer, speaker, entrepreneur, and expert on mindset. His feats include the world’s first solo, unsupported, and fully human-powered crossing of Antarctica, speed records for the Explorers Grand Slam and the Seven Summits, and the first human-powered ocean row across Drake Passage. Colin’s highly publicized expeditions have been followed by millions, and his work has been featured by The Joe Rogan Experience, The Tonight Show, The Today Show, and The New York Times. He is the author of The New York Times bestseller The Impossible First and now The 12-Hour Walk: Invest One Day, Conquer Your Mind, and Unlock Your Best Life which came out this week.   We talk about how his near death experience transformed his life and what drives him to attempt such extreme endeavors. Colin opens up about his marriage to his wife, why she decided to climb Mt. Everest and how nearly losing her changed his view on what matters most. We also get into how to push past common limiting beliefs, overcome your biggest fears and achieve what you want in life and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsor:   Organifi: Try the new Green Juice Crisp Apple to hydrate, energize, and support cortisol balance. Visit ORGANIFI.COM/DOUG and use code DOUG for 20% off any item.   What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:30 When is enough enough?  03:20 Why did his wife decide to climb Mt. Everest with him? 10:20 Making the marriage work with his personality 15:29 After THIS happened, he was told he would never walk again 23:30 Recovering from emotional and mental trauma 30:20 What inspired him to attempt to cross Antarctica? 43:27 Dealing with limiting beliefs 53:17 Will having kids change his lifestyle? 59:33 Take the 12 hour walk with Colin Episode Resources: The 12 Hour Walk |  Follow Colin:  Facebook, Instagram, Twitter   Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Sadie Sutton. Sadie is a 19 year old college sophomore from the Bay area and after receiving a year and a half of intensive treatment for severe depression and anxiety, she was inspired to share her story with fellow teens going through their own personal growth.  She started a podcast back in 2019 and has accumulated over 105 episodes reaching over 75,000 listeners. Sadie conducts impactful and inspirational interviews with subject matter experts, fellow teenagers, and social media personalities to break down the stigma surrounding mental health and inspire teens to create their life worth living. Sadie is a psychology major at the University of Pennsylvania and hopes to pursue a career in clinical psychology to further her impact in the mental health field.   We talk about the devastating effects of mental health issues when disregarded and left unaddressed, the different options, treatments, and programs available for anyone struggling mentally and emotionally, the importance of a solid and trusted support system, the amazing story of a young girl who battled against severe depression and recovered from it, and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Join Thrive Market today to get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50. Visit thrivemarket.com/dougfitness. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:40 Being very aware and conscious of my myself 06:17 Lengthy struggle with self-esteem 12:41 Channeling pain through self harm 18:14 Relationship foundations matter  20:16 “I blamed them…” 23:00 Regardless of your circumstance, you can still struggle 28:16 It isn’t necessary to explain yourself to others 31:22 Running out of options and backed into a corner 35:28 DBT versus CBT 38:38 Learning DBT skills everyday 50:53 The practice of blurting out emotions 58:56 When your mental health is no longer consuming you 01:03:22 Handling disagreements and differing opinions 01:06:39 Sharing wisdom gained from several treatments 01:13:14 Shifting into cultivation enough self-compassion 01:16:48 Small organic things to feel love and supported  Episode Resources: She Persisted Podcast | Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Brian Kelly. Brian is the founder of The Points Guy, the leading voice when it comes to loyalty programs, credit cards, and travel. Brian launched The Points Guy in 2010 during his time as a Wall Street road warrior, where he developed his keen sense from maximizing travel experiences while minimizing spending. Since then, Brian has grown the company into a powerhouse travel and lifestyle media platform with a team of distinguished editors and freelancers that spans the globe. And I cannot think of a better time to have this conversation with everything going on in the travel world.  We talk about the credit card perks most people don’t know about, how to earn points from using your card, the best card type to use in what situation or purchase, how to maximize rewards and discounts with the points earned, and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsors: Organifi: Try the new Green Juice Crisp Apple to hydrate, energize, and support cortisol balance. Visit ORGANIFI.COM/DOUG  and use code DOUG for 20% off any item. Masszymes: Masszymes can help ensure that all the protein that you consume breaks down into absorbable amino acids. Go to masszymes.com/DOUGFREE and you will automatically get access to your unique coupon code to claim your free bottle. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:23 It started with a horrible credit score 11:01 What are points used for? 17:50 The three types of credit card you should know about 20:58 Don’t focus too much on the points, there are perks too 25:21 The biggest factors of flight delays 29:16 When budgeting, flexibility is the key 31:59 Choose locations with a cheap fair 37:04 Understand the type of card you’re getting 38:59 How much are points worth? 41:08 Hotels with the best programs in terms of value Episode Resources: Brian Kelly | Website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Steve Magness. Steve is a world-renowned expert on health and human performance. He is the co-author of the best-selling Peak Performance and The Passion Paradox, and the author of The Science of Running. He's the co-host of two podcasts, The Growth Equation Podcast and On Coaching with Magness and Marcus. Steve has served as a consultant and speaker for NASA, the Houston Rockets, Murphy Oil, the Brooklyn Nets, the Cleveland Guardians, the Seattle Sounders, the New Orleans Pelicans, and more. The occasion for today's chat is his latest book, Do Hard Things: Why We Get Resilience Wrong and The Surprising Science of Real Toughness.  We talk about how being in the moment matters when aiming for success, confidence requires work and consistency, why perfectionism isn’t sustainable, how to use failure as motivation to keep going, and so much more! Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Join Thrive Market today to get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50. Visit thrivemarket.com/dougfitness. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 02:04 We focus so much on what’s going on externally 04:00 Using doubt in a productive way 06:59 Pressure and discomfort narrow us 11:21 Psychological debriefing with friends 17:14 Accept what you’re capable of in the moment 20:18 Confidence demands evidence 22:51 The real boost to your self esteem 26:26 High level of demandingness of parenting doesn’t work 31:26 Doing hard things and embracing difficult things 35:35 How do you change your relationship with discomfort? 39:54 Our doubts are normal 43:37 Perfectionism is not sustainable 46:07 If you succeed all the time, motivation plummets Episode Resources: Steve Magness | Website, Instagram, Twitter, Books, Facebook Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Terri Cole. Terri is a licensed psychotherapist. She's a relationship expert. She's an empowerment coach, author, and a total boundary boss. And I think this conversation is gonna help you out so much with all things mental health, relationships, boundaries, and more.     We talk about the truth about narcissism and what makes one a narcissist, how setting boundaries in any relationship can save and strengthen it, why it is important to have a good relationship with yourself first and above any bonds, and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Organifi: Try the new Green Juice Crisp Apple to hydrate, energize, and support cortisol balance. Visit ORGANIFI.COM/DOUG and use code DOUG for 20% off any item. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:12 What is narcissism? 03:49 Can narcissists truly empathize? 09:10 Codependency and toxicity in relationships 16:14 Do a resentment inventory 20:51 “Alcoholics and addicts don’t have relationships, they take hostages.” 29:13 Pause and listen to what your children have to say 33:28 What is the state of your relationship to yourself? 35:26 It all comes back to setting boundaries 44:30 Constantly making deposits into the well of Goodwill 48:59 If you’re walking on eggshells everyday, that’s not healthy Episode Resources: Terri Cole | Website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn The Terri Cole Show Boundary Boss Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is celebrity trainer Don Saladino. Don is one of the most trusted names in health and fitness and has a reputation for training some of your favorite movie stars. His client roster includes Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Sebastian Stan, and Blake Lively. Don's wisdom and expertise on fitness, nutrition, and getting shredded is unmatched and I think you're really going to enjoy our discussion.  We talk about why and why not a calorie deficit diet works, how your body type and lifestyle determines which type of fitness routine to follow, how to get started on a routine for the best results, and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Join Thrive Market today to get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50. Visit thrivemarket.com/dougfitness. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:44 Taking care of your health while traveling 05:23 The small wins = non-scale victories 09:35 Understand what you are trying to create 11:52 How calorie deficit works 17:58 The importance of the 3 macronutrients 20:45 Common fitness misconceptions online 27:31 Don’t dehydrate yourself 32:11 What do you do if you want to have a beach-body ready? 37:00 Measure your macronutrients 41:15 What’s your training history like?  Episode Resources: Don Saladino | Website, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Jordan Lee Dooley. Jordan is the national bestselling author of Embrace Your Almost and Own Your Everyday and is the host of the top rated podcast, SHE. She's also the founder of the Own It Academy, a digital education company, as well as Soul Scripts, a word company known for its phrase, "Your brokenness is welcome here." We talk about finding clarity when you’re going through moments of adversity, why you shouldn’t allow one story to become your identity, identifying your priorities first prior to taking a step forward, how to get out of a difficult situation when you feel hopeless, and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsors: Organifi: Try the new Green Juice Crisp Apple to hydrate, energize, and support cortisol balance. Visit ORGANIFI.COM/DOUG  and use code DOUG for 20% off any item. Masszymes: Masszymes can help ensure that all the protein that you consume breaks down into absorbable amino acids. Go to masszymes.com/DOUGFREE and you will automatically get access to your unique coupon code to claim your free bottle. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:45 How it all started 04:50 Consider what you really want in life 09:37 How we can make it less painful 14:38 It’s part of embracing it 18:03 When your story becomes your identity 23:01 Uncover underlying thoughts and beliefs that aren’t true 25:54 Success is what’s enriching your life 28:35 First, define what your priority is 33:37 Start doing one normal thing a day 38:26 Are our expectations reasonable? 40:59 What does real contentment look like? 46:12 What do you really want? Episode Resources: Jordan Lee Dooley | Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest Own It Academy Soul Scripts Embrace Your Almost  Own Your Everyday SHE with Jordan Lee Dooley Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is Dr. Laurie Santos who's a professor of psychology and head of Silliman College at Yale University. Dr. Santos is an expert on human cognition and the cognitive biases that impede better choices. Her course, Psychology and the Good Life, teaches students what the science of psychology says about how to make wiser choices and live a life that's happier and more fulfilling. The class is Yale's most popular course in over 300 years and has been adapted into a free Coursera program that has been taken by over 3.9 million people to date. Dr. Santos has been featured in numerous news outlets including the New York Times, NBC Nightly News, Today's Show, CBS This Morning, NPR, GQ Magazine, and much more. Dr. Santos is a winner of numerous awards both for her science and teaching from institutions such as Yale and the American Psychological Association. She has been featured as one of Popular Science's Brilliant 10 Young Minds and was named Times' leading campus celebrity. Her podcast, The Happiness Lab, which launched in 2019, has over 72 million downloads.   We talk about what real happiness is, how our choices affect our happiness, why being happy all the time is not ideal, why we shouldn’t focus on predicting what will make us happy, staying optimistic when things don’t go as we plan them to, and so much more!  Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Join Thrive Market today to get 40% off your first order and a free gift worth over $50. Visit thrivemarket.com/dougfitness. What to Listen For: 00:00 Intro 01:39 Do you think happiness is a choice? 03:03 Simple behaviors and mindsets that can improve wellbeing 05:25 The common misconceptions about being happy all the time 08:31 Focus on the things that you can control 11:03 The arrival fallacy 14:50 Emotional contagion: “You are the people you surround yourself with.” 19:07 Being there to listen is the work 21:01 Changing habits and strategies to make children happier 26:13 Our minds suck at predicting what will make us happy 28:11 How can we feel optimistic when things fall apart? 32:57 How does money affect your happiness? 36:11 Correlation between physical health and happiness Episode Resources: Dr. Laurie Santos | Website, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Facebook Group The Happiness Lab Podcast Follow me on Social Media: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices