The mindbodygreen Podcast

“Fear of other people's opinions might be one of the great constrictors for human potential," says Michael Gervais, Ph.D.Michael, one of the world’s top high-performance psychologists, joins us for a master class on reducing anxiety, boosting self confidence, and overcoming FOPO— the fear of other people’s opinions—plus:- What is FOPO & why is it detrimental? (~00:18)- How to know if you suffer from FOPO (~07:55)- When comparison can be a motivator (~09:27)- The recipe for long-lasting happiness (~12:57)- How to actually measure self-worth (~15:12)- How to raise genuinely happy kids (~18:46)- How to build confidence (~25:35)- How to reduce performance anxiety (~29:33)- How to limit negative self-talk (~34:47)- How to stop prioritizing other people’s opinions (~38:41)- The power of the Barry Manilow effect (~43:20)- How to become a better friend (~48:42)- Who Michael wants to work with next (~51:34)- Standout people Michael has worked with (~53:27)- How to invest in your own psychology (~57:12)Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout.Referenced in the episode:- Michael's book, The First Rule of Mastery: Stop Worrying about What People Think of You. - "The Good Life" Harvard study.- The Barry Manilow study.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Memory expert Jim Kwik discusses the best mental exercises, habits harmful to brain health, reliance on devices, brain firing techniques, productive TV watching, overcoming afternoon slump, brain benefits of black coffee, identifying brain type, and optimizing focus.

Bestselling author Morgan Housel joins us to discuss optimizing happiness in an unpredictable world. Topics include balancing uncertainty & control, measuring happiness realistically, delicate relationship between money & happiness, incentivizing healthier lives, finding joy in the mundane, balancing optimism & pessimism, and changes Morgan made in his own life.

"Five percent of the U.S. adult population suffers from full-blown seasonal affective disorder (SAD),” says Norman Rosenthal, M.D. Norman, a world-renowned psychiatrist, joins us to discuss his must-have tips to combat the winter blues (and prevent them before they even become an issue), plus:- How SAD can happen in the summer (~00:18)- The main drivers of SAD (~03:01)- How SAD affects women vs. men (~07:05)- How the holidays play a role in SAD (~09:04)- The role of anticipation in seasonal depression (~13:53)- How to prepare for the winter blues (~16:32)- How much sunlight do you need to thrive? (~20:26)- How to adapt to daylight savings time (~23:22)- The power of routines for combating SAD (~27:07)- How climate change impacts seasonal depression (~30:37)- How social media & technology pay a role in SAD (~37:13)- The future of SAD research (~39:37)- The best exercises for mental health (~41:34)- Why it’s so important to talk about SAD (~43:06)Trigger warning: This episode includes mentions of suicidal ideation and sexual assault. You’re never alone. If you or someone you know are struggling, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 988 or contact the National Sexual Assault Hotline for confidential support.Referenced in the episode:- 5% of U.S. population suffers from SAD.- Read Norman's Washington Post feature.- Norman's website.- Norman's books.- A study on natural light & circadian rhythm.- mbg Podcast episode #389, with Jennifer Heisz, Ph.D.- Start your 30-day free trial with WHOOP.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by WHOOP, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Ahmed, founder and CEO of WHOOP, joins the podcast to discuss recovery and performance. They cover topics like HRV, resting heart rate, blood oxygen levels, skin temperature, THC's effect on recovery, zone 2 training, pickleball's health perks, optimizing sleep, comparing data to general health population, and future health metrics for women.

“At the root of loneliness is trauma. At the root of numbness and isolation is a defense mechanism that protects us from pain," says Thomas Hübl, Ph.D.Thomas, a collective trauma expert, renowned teacher, and author, joins us to discuss how to recognize your trauma symptoms and even heal ancestral wounds, plus:- The “explosion” of trauma (~00:25)- Are we over-diagnosing trauma? (~03:35)- The link between trauma & mindset (~07:15)- How to become more emotionally resilient (~09:19)- Telltale signs someone is dealing with trauma (~13:59)- Where traditional therapy misses the mark (~21:00)- How to know if your therapist has experience in trauma work (~24:05)- How trauma gets stored in the body (~30:05)- The link between social connection and well-being (~36:04)- How generational trauma can show up in your life (~42:12)- How to unlock generational trauma (~50:50)- How to find a trauma therapist skilled in generational work (~53:44)- The role of psychedelics in trauma work (~56:29)- Three things everyone should do to become more attuned (~01:00:37)- The science of changing your genes (~01:07:08) Referenced in the episode:- Thomas' book, Attuned. - Generational trauma study in mice.- Check out Thomas' online courses.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Failure is a necessary precondition for success," says Sally Jenkins.Sally, a sports columnist for The Washington Post for over 20 years, joins us to discuss everything she’s learned about grit, motivation, and burnout, plus:- How to cultivate resilience (~00:04)- Scarcity vs. abundance mindsets (~03:57)- What wildly successful athletes have in common (~05:59)- How to become a great leader (~11:37)- The most standout athletes Sally has ever met (~13:27)- Natural talent vs. ambition and grit (~17:34)- The secret to making hard work look easy (~22:14)- How to train like an elite athlete (~24:36)- The mental health epidemic among athletes (~26:29)- The power of visualization (~29:56)- How to reach your full potential (~32:03)- How to identify & overcome burnout (~33:37)- The fundamentals of decision making (~39:23)- What to do if you struggle with motivation (~42:26)- How to stick to a workout routine (~45:56)- Sally’s dream interview (~47:58)- The most overrated & underrated athlete (~52:51)- Where Sally wants the sports conversation to go (~55:31)Referenced in the episode:- Sally's book, The Right Call.- Read Sally's work.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode, and feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Functional medicine doctor Gabrielle Lyon, D.O., shares tips on building lean muscle at any age, the significance of muscle hypertrophy, the role of muscle in longevity, measuring muscle mass progress, exercise routine as a busy mom, starting a strength training routine, building a good mental framework, personal nutrition plan, struggles with weight loss, go-to breakfast, universal truths in nutrition science, future of protein research, misconceptions around strength training, and the importance of resistance training and protein consumption for a long, healthy life.

Ellen Langer, 'mother of mindfulness,' discusses mindset for optimal health, counterclockwise study, aging process, weight loss mindset, fatigue study, mind-body study on blood sugar, optimizing mind-body connection, managing anxiety, being more mindful, making mindful decisions, creating positive contagion, using mindfulness in a doctor-patient setting, balancing presence & planning, spontaneous remissions, childlike wonder

“Most of longevity, physical agility, and ongoing health is a result of unconscious behavior, not conscious behavior," says Dan Buettner.Dan, a longevity expert, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of the Blue Zones, joins us to discuss underrated longevity tips, plus:- How to drink alcohol mindfully (~00:12)- Why joy is crucial for longevity (~03:36)- The health benefits of volunteering (~06:20)- Why simplicity is the key to happiness (~09:17)- How to “forget to die” (~11:23)- Reverse ageism in the Blue Zones (~13:06)- The next place on Dan’s Blue Zones wish list (~16:05)- Why you should sit on the floor (~22:44)- Is pickleball good for longevity? (~28:30)- What we can learn from centenarians (~32:07)- Dan’s favorite Blue Zone (~34:10)- Dan’s POV on grass-fed meat (~38:02)- Dan’s upcoming research on healthspan (~42:14)Referenced in the episode:- Dan's new book, The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer: Lessons From the Healthiest Places on Earth.- Dan's Netflix show, "Live To 100: Secrets Of The Blue Zones."- mbg Podcast episode #460, #356, #298, #157, and #33, with Dan.- A survey on Ikaria & alcohol consumption.- Read Dan's excerpt on mbg.- Read more about Singapore as the newest Blue Zone.- A study on volunteering & health outcomes.- A study on racket sports & longevity.- Sign up for The Long Game. We hope you enjoy this episode sponsored by Cotton, we love cotton because it’s a natural fiber grown straight from the earth. But also because it’s the common thread throughout our very best memories. Whether it’s that t-shirt you’ll never get rid of or the sheets you tuck into every night… We can always count on cotton for style, comfort, and durability. To learn more about this sustainable fiber, visit www.thefabricofourlives.com.Feel free to watch the full video on YouTube! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: podcast@mindbodygreen.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices