
The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst
Turn your trials into triumphs! Hear the stories of experts from around the world and get inspired by how they used failures, obstacles and ADVERSITY to their advantage. Each week you’ll get practical everyday tips to help you grow and become your best self in every theme of your life. Learn from guests such as Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Gabby Bernstein, Gabor Maté, Robert Greene, Rich Roll, Kevin O'Leary, Rachel Hollis, Jefferson Fisher and more. Doug Bopst used fitness to save his life from the depths of despair while incarcerated on felony drug charges and now has made it his life mission to help others overcome hardship.
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Mar 3, 2025 • 60min
Navy SEAL: The Ultimate Guide To Mastering Uncertainty, Conquering Fear & Training Your Mind | Rich Diviney
Rich Diviney, a retired Navy SEAL commander with extensive deployment experience, shares insights on mastering uncertainty and overcoming fear. He discusses strategies for building resilience by embracing unpredictability and taking manageable steps to regain control. Listeners learn about the crucial interplay of physical and mental training in high-stress situations. Diviney also highlights the power of a positive mindset, practical habits to boost confidence, and techniques to reframe negative thoughts—even likening decision-making to military tactics. It's a masterclass in mental toughness!

Mar 1, 2025 • 52min
Transform Your Body: How To Reverse Hair Loss, Tighten Skin & Melt Fat | Dr. Anthony Youn
Dr. Anthony Youn is a nationally recognized, board-certified plastic surgeon. He is known as America’s holistic plastic surgeon and he’s one of the nation's best-known experts in looking younger with or without surgery. Dr. Youn is also the author of the best-selling books “The Age Fix” and “Playing God”. His latest book, “Younger for Life,” is a complete holistic guide to turning back the clock using the process of Autojuvenation. Dr. Youn is the most followed plastic surgeon on social media, with over 14 million total followers over TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. Today on the show we discuss how to prevent and reverse hair loss, what you can do to tighten your skin and fix your jawline, how to help improve areas of the body that people are the most self conscious about, anti aging techniques and what you can do to deal with wrinkles, lifestyle changes you can make to dramatically improve your skin, Dr. Youn's thoughts on botox, what you can do about cellulite and much more.Today's sponsor: Zona HealthGo to zona.com and when you use the code DOUG100 at checkout you get $100 off your Zona Plus device.⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and 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 health or 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

Feb 27, 2025 • 58min
From Rock Bottom To Rockstar: The Untold Story Of TX2 (Evan Thomas)
TX2 (Evan Thomas) is a recording artist known for his powerful raw lyrics and explosive performances. After struggling for so many years as an artist, he used his pain as fuel and finally found his sound. As a result, his music went viral on Tik Tok and he now has 500K+ followers on the platform. TX2 has since begun a movement known among his fans that helps raise awareness around mental health and helps to create a safe space for those needing to talk. The movement is currently growing every day, providing a platform to speak about mental health, vent, and support one another. TX2 wants everyone to know they are not alone in their struggles.Today's conversation is both real and raw we get into everything. We discuss: Evan’s troubled childhood and what the turning point was for changing his life, the biggest thing(s) he has had to work on in order to transform himself, how Evan deals with negativity and criticism, what is often misunderstood about Evan, whether or not he believes he can accomplish things without the chip on his shoulder, the time he felt like he "made it" as an artist and much more.⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and 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 health or 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. eeSAMHSA 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

Feb 24, 2025 • 53min
How To Defeat Your Inner Demons, Control Your Mind & Transform Your Future | Cory Allen
Cory Allen is a podcaster, author and content creator.Today on the show we discuss: how to stop living on autopilot and take back control of your life, what you can to develop self awareness without hitting rock bottom, how to defeat negative thoughts and escape the victim mindset, why focusing on manifesting can be problematic, what Cory would do if he were faced with adversity, the secret hack for staying laser focused and going after what you want in life and much more.Today's sponsor: LivOn LabsGet a FREE carton of Lypo-Spheric® B Complex Plus ($56 value) with any full-price purchase from LivOnLabs.com. This supplement has the B vitamins and minerals you need to turn food into sustained, natural energy throughout the day. Just add B Complex Plus and any other full-priced supplement to your cart and enter code BOPST24 at checkout.⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and 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 health or 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

Feb 22, 2025 • 1h 4min
The #1 Myth You’ve Been Told About Weight Loss & How To Lose Body Fat Correctly | Stan Efferding
Stan Efferding, an IFBB pro bodybuilder and world record-holding powerlifter, shares groundbreaking insights on weight loss myths. He challenges the food pyramid and advocates for a personalized approach to dieting. Stan discusses the surprising benefits of ultra-processed foods and emphasizes quality over quantity in nutrition. He highlights effective strategies for calorie restriction and explains the importance of enjoyable exercise for optimal health. Dive into his expert tips on managing insulin and understanding the real impact of carbohydrates on muscle health.

Feb 20, 2025 • 1h 5min
Escaping Death: A Powerful Story Of Overcoming Addiction, Trauma & Bipolar Disorder | Cory Richards
Cory Richards is a professional athlete, former National Geographic photographer and most notably known for his legendary avalanche selfie which made the magazine’s cover.Today on the show we discuss: how he survived an avalanche while climbing the 13th highest mountain in the world, how Cory’s childhood went from marvelous to traumatic, what it’s actually like living with bipolar, how Cory bounced back from addiction and emotional rock bottom, how he learned that external validation and love are not the same thing, what has helped Cory heal and much more. Today's sponsor: Silver BioticsTry their amazing Recover Muscle Cream now at silverbiotics.com Use the code DOUG for 30% off your first order. Plus, Silver Biotics throws in some extra samples when you order directly from their site!⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not financial advice. Always seek the advice of your health or 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

Feb 17, 2025 • 59min
Conversation Techniques To Help You Resolve Conflict, Gain Respect & Make New Friends | Raffi Grinberg
Raffi Grinberg is a business leader, author, and educator. He co-founded The Constructive Dialogue Institute (with Jonathan Haidt) and runs Peter Thiel and Auren Hoffman’s invite-only society, Dialog, curating conversations for global leaders and thinkers including Fortune 500 CEOs, U.S. elected officials, members of parliament and ambassadors from dozens of countries, bestselling authors, major investors, artists, actors, etc.– both multimillion-dollar organizations. He graduated with honors from Princeton University and previously worked in management at Bain & Company. He is the author of a mathematics textbook published by Princeton University Press. He also created and taught the popular "Adulting 101" course at Boston College. Raffi resides in Washington DC with his wife and 5 children.Today on the show we discuss: techniques for having hard conversations, how calm yourself down when triggered during a hard conversation, how to get better at facing rejection, why you should spend time with people that think differently than you, how to master uncertainty, how to minimize emotional pain and much more. Get Raffi’s book here:https://raffigrinberg.com/⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and 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 health or 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

Feb 15, 2025 • 59min
The Easiest Way To Lose 20 Pounds of Fat Without Losing Muscle | JJ Virgin
In this engaging chat, JJ Virgin, a celebrity nutritionist and fitness hall of famer, dives into weight loss without sacrificing muscle. She discusses her favorite diet and workout tips and reveals why lifting weights won’t make women bulky. JJ emphasizes the importance of gradual fat loss, tracking progress, and how to gamify fitness using technology. Additionally, she shares strategies to target visceral fat and maintain health as we age, advocating for powerful aging through proper nutrition and exercise.

Feb 13, 2025 • 48min
Hidden Habits That Fuel Drug Addiction & How To Prevent Yourself From Getting Hooked | Dr. Dave Rabin
Dr. Dave Rabin MD, PhD is a board-certified psychiatrist, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and inventor who has studied resilience and the impact of chronic stress on our lives for over 15 years.Today on the show we discuss: Why its so hard to treat addiction, Why addiction is heavily related to instant gratification, How people develop addictive behaviors, How to know if you are at risk for becoming addicted to substances , what people are hiding from when they abuse substances, How to instantly calm yourself down when stressed, what you can do to recover from addiction and much more. Today's sponsor: Timeline NutritionUpgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timeline.com/doug and use code DOUG to get 10% off your order.⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and 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 health or 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

Feb 10, 2025 • 36min
How to Overcome Your Biggest Limiting Beliefs & Manifest Exactly What You Want In Life | David Ghiyam
David Ghiyam is the Co-Founder of MaryRuth’s, one of the largest and leading health and wellness brands in the world. David helped scale MaryRuth Organics to over 500,000 points of distribution in over 180 countries while achieving unicorn status with no outside funding. David is also one of the leading speakers in the world on spirituality and business consciousness. Utilizing his knowledge of the wisdom of Kabbalah and experience creating a global brand, David has given more than 2,000 live seminars to over 1 million people throughout the US and internationally. He has an incredible ability to combine high level spiritual concepts with practical business savvy in a relatable manner that is engaging, inspiring and light hearted. David is one of the most sought after personal coaches, having fulfilled over 30,000 hours of one-on-one spiritual and business development coaching to CEOs, founders, executives, celebrities, athletes and politicians.Today on the show we discuss: the biggest limiting beliefs everyone must overcome, how to hack your brain to attract what you want in life, what blocks people from their manifestations, how to understand and reprogram your subconscious mind, how to clear negative energy out of your life, how to reframe what happened in your past and much more.Today's sponsor:Kion: Get 20% off Kion supplements: getkion.com/adversity ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠Please be advised; the topics related to health and 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 health or 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