The mindbodygreen Podcast

Annika Sörenstam: “I don't mind putting in the hard work to get something done. I don’t mind getting my hands dirty or breaking a nail to do something—that's what it takes.”Sörenstam, one of the best golfers in the history of the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to create success that truly lasts, plus:*The best mental health practices to stay motivated & focused**How golf can teach you some of the greatest life lessons**How to actually reach your full potential**How to visualize success with all of your five senses**How to become more mentally tough*Referenced in the episode:- The ANNIKA Foundation.- Sörenstam's bio & stats on the LGPA website.Sign up and learn more about the mindbodygreen x Lexus Retreats in Motion here!Enjoy this episode, sponsored by Lexus! 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

Julia Galef: "An important part of self-awareness is paying attention to your track record. How do you actually behave?”Galef, a rationality expert and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why you think you're right all the time, plus:- How to actually overcome your own bias- Why you shouldn't let your passion become your identity- How to become more intellectually honest- How to be influential without being overconfident- How to become comfortable with failure & why you shouldReferenced in the episode:- Galef's book, The Scout Mindset.- IFLScience Facebook group.- Research showing patients respond better when doctors imply uncertainty.- Twitter study showing exposure to opposing views increases polarization.- Galef's TED Talk on why you think you're right, even when you're wrong.- Galef's podcast, Rationally Speaking.Our bestselling gut health supplement is back in stock! Make sure to use the code PROBIOTICPOD at checkout to save 25% off your first month subscription. It's the only blend in the world with our unique combination of four strains to beat bloating, aid digestion, and reset your gut.* To learn more about the supplement Jason swears by, visit mindbodygreen.com/probioticpod.mbg Podcast listeners can also receive $20 off your first COVID-19 test by entering code MBG20 when visiting samedayhealth.com.Enjoy this episode! 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.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications, consult with your doctor before starting a supplement routine. It is always optimal to consult with a health care provider when considering what supplements are right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Lipman, M.D.: “This constant stream of light coming in is one of the biggest, if not the biggest, reason why so many people have a sleep problem.”Lipman, a functional medicine doctor, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to set yourself up for sleep success, plus:- How to know if you have a sleep rhythm issue- The link between sleep & cardiovascular health- The surprising way melatonin can mess with your hormones- How to figure out what's hindering you from a good night's rest- Why you should exercise in the morning for better sleepReferenced in the episode:- Lipman's book, Better Sleep, Better You.- mbg Podcast episode #255, episode #159, episode #131, episode #49, & episode #20, with Lipman.- Study showing 70% of American adults report insufficient sleep. Don't forget to use the code SLEEP25 for 25% off your first month subscription of mbg's best-selling sleep support+ supplement. Our science-backed formula helps you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling rejuvenated.* It has become a non-negotiable for Jason, as he takes it every single night. To learn more about the supplement he swears by, visit mindbodygreen.com/SLEEP25.mbg Podcast listeners can also receive $20 off your first COVID-19 test by entering code MBG20 when visiting samedayhealth.com.Enjoy this episode! 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.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications, consult with your doctor before starting a supplement routine. It is always optimal to consult with a health care provider when considering what supplements are right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lalah Delia: “The storms will come; the mountain may show up on the way; you may have to go through the wilderness; and you may find yourself at the ocean. Wherever you find yourself, know that there is a way you can tap into your higher vibrations.” Delia, a spiritual teacher & bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to use "metaphorical terrains" to help calm anxiety, plus:*How to actually tap into your higher self**How to transform moments into self-care when you’re just too busy**How to become more compassionate with yourself**The best music for soothing your soul**How to identify the people who enhance your energy (& vice versa)* Referenced in the episode:- Delia's book, Vibrate Higher Daily.- Delia's online classes.- Delia's "energy cleanse" playlist on Spotify.Enjoy this episode! 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

Jonathan Safran Foer: “We cannot save the planet with micro-changes. We cannot save the planet without micro changes.”Foer, a bestselling author and environmental activist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss actionable ways to support the longevity of the planet, plus:*How to talk to someone about climate change without lecturing**How to stay motivated in your efforts without falling off-course**How to transform feeling into action when it comes to climate change**How to actually influence people and change their minds**How to have a productive conversation with people who disagree with you*Referenced in the episode:- Foer's latest book, We Are The Weather.- Analysis of the relationship between animal agriculture and the environment.- Poll with 96% of Americans saying animals deserve at least some protection from harm and exploitation.Enjoy this episode, sponsored by Lexus! 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

Jim Tucker, M.D.: “Consciousness is the core of reality that the physical world grows out of, not the other way around.”Tucker—the Director of the UVA Division of Perceptual Studies—joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss everything you need to know about past life memories, plus:- How to tell if a child has a wild imagination or a past life memory- What past life memories can tell us about what happens after death- Why only some of us remember past lives- The most common patterns between children who have past lives- How to talk to your child about a past life memoryReferenced in the episode:- UVA Division of Perceptual Studies website.- Tucker's newest book, Before: Children's Memories of Previous Lives. - Netflix docuseries, Surviving Death, featuring Tucker.- mbg Podcast episode #287, with Bruce Greyson, M.D.- Ian Stevenson, M.D.'s statement about hypnotic regression to previous lives.- Tucker's paper on gender nonconformity and children's past life memories.- Tucker's advice to parents of children who recall past life memories.Our bestselling gut health supplement is back in stock! Make sure to use the code PROBIOTICPOD at checkout to save 25% off your first month subscription. It's the only blend in the world with our unique combination of four strains to beat bloating, aid digestion, and reset your gut.* To learn more about the supplement Jason swears by, visit mindbodygreen.com/probioticpod.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medications, consult with your doctor before starting a supplement routine. It is always optimal to consult with a health care provider when considering what supplements are right for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today marks the 300th episode of the mbg podcast! What a journey it’s been since our launch on June 12, 2017. We’ve had an incredible array of guests on the show—including top doctors, researchers, athletes, and actors—and we've discussed some pretty mind-blowing science, helpful tips and tricks, and, of course, the latest trends in well-being.Join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, as he answers all your questions about what it's like to host a podcast, the conversations he's had over the last four years, and the well-being space writ large. Some highlights include:*The wellness trends he thinks are overrated**Top 3 lessons he's learned while recording the podcast**What it was like talking to John Legend**Blood tests and genetic testing recommendations**How to make sense of conflicting information*Referenced in the episode:- mbg Podcast episode #268, with Matthew McConaughe‪y‬.- mbg Podcast episode #78, with John Legend.- mbg's beauty podcast, Clean Beauty School.- mbg Podcast episode #291, episode #135, episode #108 & episode #44, with Steven Gundry, M.D.- Our probiotic+ supplement.- mbg Podcast episode #255, episode #159, episode #49 & episode #20, with Frank Lipman, M.D.- mbg Podcast episode #245, with James Nestor.- mbg Podcast episode #184, with Gwen Dittmar.- mbg Podcast episode #280, with Tanya Bentley, Ph.D.- mbg Podcast episode #238, with Brian Mackenzie.- Our sleep support+ supplement.- mbg Podcast episode #229 & episode #21, with Kelly LeVeque.- 3x4 Genetics website.- Quest Diagnostics website.- mbg article on what tests to ask for at an annual physical & which are covered by insurance.We at mbg are truly grateful for all of you—for tuning in, for sharing on social media, for your reviews and thoughtful comments, and for the questions you submitted for this very podcast. Enjoy this episode, and here's to another 300! 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

Big news: We’re launching a beauty podcast, hosted by mbg’s own beauty director, Alexandra Engler. We believe the conversation about the intersection of beauty and wellbeing is more important than ever. As Engler says: “Whether it be mental health, your body, skin, any number of things, beauty is real life. Your skin is you. It's important that we talk about it in this way."Engler joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what you can expect from our brand new beauty podcast, Clean Beauty School, plus:*How we define "clean beauty" at mindbodygreen**How to decode your skin care labels**How your skin reflects your internal health**Why you should treat your skin care routine like an elimination diet**Why perfectionism is never the goal*Referenced in the episode:- Our new Clean Beauty School podcast.- Study showing barrier repair moisturizers reduced pro-inflammatory cytokines in the blood.- Ingredients to look out for on labels:Cyclic silicones: Cyclotetrasiloxane (D4) Cyclopentasiloxane (D5) Cyclohexasiloxane (D6) Cyclomethicone Formaldehyde releasers: Bronopol DMDM hydantoin Diazolidinyl urea Imidazolidinyl urea Quaternium-15 PEGs, or polyethylene glycol: Polyethylene glycol Propylene glycol (PG)  Butylene glycol (BG)  *Fine when plant-based Enjoy this episode! 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

Dan Buettner: “If you want to live a long time, you want to think about shaping your surroundings.”Buettner—a longevity expert, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of Blue Zones—joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the nonnegotiables for a long and healthy life, plus:*How to pack more movement into your everyday**Why you should keep your shoes by the door**How to actually find your purpose**Why kids who live with their grandparents do better in school**How much coffee you should drink to reap the benefits without feeling jittery*Referenced in the episode:- Blue Zones website.- Buettner's Blue Zones books.- Study showing the link between volunteering and mental well-being.- mbg Podcast episode #157, with Buettner.- mbg Podcast episode #34, with Buettner.- Buettner's TED Talk on how to live to be 100+.- Blue Zones true vitality test.- Blue Zones life challenge.- Buettner's National Geographic article on the world's healthiest foods.Sign up and learn more about the mindbodygreen x Lexus Retreats in Motion here!Enjoy this episode, sponsored by Lexus! 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

William Li, M.D.: “We can now begin to test people who didn't have access to COVID testing earlier on to see if the photograph of the coronavirus is there, and that nails whether or not you've been infected.”Li, an internationally renowned physician and vascular biologist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to really know if you've ever had COVID, plus:*The link between COVID and vascular health**How to eat your way to better blood flow**What we know about COVID long-haul symptoms today**Why T-cell tests may be more accurate than antibody tests**How to self-assess your circulation & enhance it*Referenced in the episode:- The Angiogenesis Foundation website.- Li's book, Eat To Beat Disease. - Study from Germany showing 70% of people recovered from COVID have evidence for long-term heart damage.- Study showing soy food consumption associated with decreased risk of death in breast cancer survivors.- Small study showing those who were vaccinated had improvement in more long COVID symptoms.- T-cell test designed by Adaptive Biotechnologies, T-detect. - Li's Eat To Beat Disease Course with code mindbodygreen for a discount.Don't forget to submit your questions for our special 300th episode of the mindbodygreen podcast. We want to hear from our smart, curious, passionate listeners: Visit mindbodygreen.com/300 to contribute to this special interview and be entered into a giveaway of one of our MBG classes.Enjoy this episode! 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