The Mindbodygreen Podcast

Mollie West Duffy: “Perfectionism is fundamentally a fear of failure.” Duffy, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to use negative emotions to your advantage, plus: - Why deleting social media doesn't stop social comparison (~04:13) - How to balance letting go of control and being ambitious (~13:21) - How to have a healthy relationship with your anger (~16:45) - Sneaky signs you're dealing with burnout (~18:59) - What to do if you're struggling with despair (~32:08) Referenced in the episode: - Duffy's newest book, Big Feelings. - Duffy's previous bestselling book, No Hard Feelings. - Follow Duffy's co-author, Liz Fosslien. - Follow Duffy & Fosslien on Instagram. - mbg Podcast episode #388, with Arthur Brooks, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #383, with Daniel Pink. - A study on monkeys and social comparison. Enjoy this episode sponsored by Sonos! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do to help here at mindbodygreen. Let us know at: p

Myles Spar, M.D.: “Be the CEO of your health.” Spar, a performance-based integrative doctor, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to increase your healthspan no matter your age, plus: - How setting daily goals can enhance your health (~06:56) - The one mistake people make with wearable health trackers (~24:08) - The best sleep hygiene tweaks (~24:53) - Why you should avoid the snooze button (~26:36) - How to set yourself up for a creative, productive morning (~27:41) Referenced in the episode: - Check out Spar's website. - Learn more about Spar's practice with Frank Lipman, M.D. - mbg Podcast episodes #391, #304, #255, #159, #49, and #20, with Lipman. - Learn more about Mary Hardy, M.D. - Shop mbg's methylation support+ supplement. - Read Spar's article on mbg. - Shop Eight Sleep and use the code MINDBODYGREEN for a discount. - mbg Podcast episode #411, with Mark Sisson. - Learn more about EVRYMAN Group. - mbg Podcast episode #210, with Kevin Love. Enjoy this episode sponsored by Dame! Whether it'

Mark Harper, M.D., Ph.D.: "People who took a cold shower every day had less sick days off of work.” Harper, a cold therapy expert and consultant anesthetist at Sussex University Hospitals, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how cold water immersion can help reduce your inflammatory response, plus: - How to practice cold therapy at home without spending a dime (~09:17) - How to prepare for a cold plunge (~13:28) - How long you should spend in a cold shower (~19:20) - How cold therapy can reduce anxiety (~22:25) - The future of cold therapy research (~33:21) Referenced in the episode: - Harper's book, Chill: The Cold Water Swim Cure. - Read more about Doctor Brighton and The Sea Cure. - Harper's paper showing that putting people through cold water adaptation programs before surgery could reduce complications. - Study showing people who took cold showers called in sick 29% less than the control group. - The Official Rules. - mbg Podcast episode #392, with Emma Loewe. - Harper's study on open water swimm

Michael Slepian, Ph.D.: “As isolating as it can feel to have a secret, we all keep secrets and we all keep the same kinds of secrets.” Slepian, a psychologist and associate professor of leadership and ethics at Columbia Business School, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how keeping secrets affects your body and brain, plus: - The surprising secrets most people keep (~13:32) - How to know who you can trust to keep a secret (~16:39) - Why our secrets are all universal (~21:00) - How secrets have evolved in our culture (~24:36) - How to identify a healthy secret (~27:08) Referenced in the episode: - Slepian's book, The Secret Life Of Secrets. - Read more about Slepian's research on secret-keeping. - Slepian's research on how confiding secrets affects well-being. - Take Slepian's survey to learn more about your own secrets. Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or pod

Jeff Bland, Ph.D.: “Our diets can mark our genes.” Bland, the father of functional medicine, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss the surprising factors that can mess with your gut health, plus: - How functional medicine has evolved & where it's headed (~00:45) - Why your well-being depends on the well-being of the planet (~11:59) - Environmental criteria to look for when shopping for food & clothes (~17:31) - How your social behaviors can alter your gut microbiome (~25:37) - How to change your genetic destiny (~30:59) Referenced in the episode: - Learn more about Big Bold Health. - Follow Big Bold Health on Instagram. - A study showing Oura ring can help spot signals associated with COVID. - Paul Hawken's Drawdown. - mbg Podcast episode #222 and #362, with Bland.  - mbg Podcast episode #253, with Patrick Hanaway, M.D. - Learn more about Solarea Bio. - A study showing how stressful environments can alter the gut microbiome. - News story about research for obesity genes. - Bland's study, "A Discovery th

Mark Sisson: “Most people go through their lives very inefficiently burning body fat for fuel.”  Sisson, a New York Times bestselling author and founder of Primal Kitchen, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to make fasting 10x easier, plus: - Common pitfalls when starting intermittent fasting (~09:06) - How to order at restaurants on a healthy diet (~13:02) - How to maintain age-defying energy levels (~18:00) - How long you should actually do a cold plunge (~27:48) - Why your workouts should always be fun (~31:10) Referenced in the episode: - Sisson's latest book, the Two Meals Day Cookbook. - mbg Podcast episode #293 and #29, with Sisson. - mbg Podcast episode #365, with Mark Schatzker. - Sisson's book, The Keto Reset Diet. - Sisson's book, The Primal Blueprint. - The Lore Of Running, by Timothy Noakes. - Frontier X2 heart monitor. 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. Lear

Ann Shippy, M.D.: “If you're having any health issue, consider whether you've got a mold exposure.”  Shippy, a functional medicine doctor and mold toxicity expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to spot toxic mold in your home, plus: - The sneaky hotspots where mold loves to thrive (~07:13) - Common mistakes that can cause mold in the bathroom (~12:45) - What to do if you’ve been exposed to toxic mold (~28:25) - Why you shouldn't use a front-loading washer (~24:57) - How to know if your food has mold in it (~36:20) Referenced in the episode: - ERMI test. - Shippy's handout on mold and mycotoxins. - IQ Air purifier. - Austin Air filter. - AirDoctor air filter. - Shippy's Liposomal Glutathione. 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

Will Bulsiewicz, M.D.: “If you change your diet today, your gut microbiome will change by tomorrow.”  Bulsiewicz, a gastroenterologist and New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to know if your gut microbiome is balanced, plus: - How much fiber you should actually be eating (~08:04) - Why you should eat 30 different plants per week (~13:12) - How to strength train your gut microbiome (~15:56) - The best foods to kickstart healthy gut (~32:48) - How to sprout your legumes & why you should (~34:31) Referenced in the episode: - Bulsiewicz's new book, The Fiber Fueled Cookbook. - mbg Podcast episode #231 and #140, with Bulsiewicz. - Learn more about ZOE. - A study in the journal Cell on fiber vs. fermented foods. - A study showing only 5% of Americans meet recommended fiber intake. - A systematic review on fiber intake and longevity. - Data from the American Gut Project on why you should eat 30 types of plants per week. - A study on fecal transplants and immunotherapy.

Troy Aikman: "I'm 55 years old, and I’m in the best shape of my life in every way—mentally, physically, and emotionally.”  Aikman, an NFL Hall of Famer and broadcaster, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss his nonnegotiable tips to feel healthier than ever, plus: - Why Aikman swears by the pegan diet (~03:16) - What a daily meditation practice can teach you about happiness (~13:59) - The key to thriving after an athletic career (~19:38) - How he exercises his brain (~25:42) - How to raise confident, self-aware kids (~32:36) Referenced in the episode: - Aikman's better-for-you beer, EIGHT. - Read more about Aikman's nutrition philosophy & fitness routine. - Learn more about the pegan diet. - Follow Mark Hyman, M.D., on Instagram. - Watch Mark Hyman, M.D., at mbg revitalize 2014. - The Untethered Soul, by Michael Singer. - Read Aikman's 1998 interview in Texas Monthly. - mbg Podcast episode #383, with Daniel Pink Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other d

Matt Dawson, M.D.: “Talking about nutrition is almost like talking about religion; people are convinced their diet is the best.”  Dawson, a precision medicine physician and co-founder and CEO of Wild Health, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to track your longevity progress, plus: - How to optimize your HRV (~13:28) - How to tell if you're living with purpose (~15:58) - Why your genes are not your destiny (~25:42) - The best way to exercise for your brain (~26:57) - Why sleep is the No. 1 way to support brain health (~30:11) Referenced in the episode: - Learn more about Wild Health. - A study on access to greenery & recovering from gallbladder surgery. - Study showing effects of prolonged isolation equivalent to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. - The End of Alzheimer's, by Dale Bredesen. Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can

Aaron Alexander: “If you're in a position all the time, it becomes your personality.” Alexander, a manual therapist and movement coach, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how your posture can impact your mood, plus: - How to fix your alignment (~17:53) - The best way to walk for longevity & a calmer mind (~28:57) - Why you should listen to crackling fire when you're stressed (~47:12) - Nonnegotiable habits for spinal health (~50:06) - Why you should regularly sit on the floor (~51:33) Referenced in the episode: - Alexander's book, The Align Method. - Alexander's podcast, Align Podcast. - Join the Align Community. - A study showing 86% of students had an easier time accessing uplifting memories in an upright position - Read more about Albert Mehrabian's 7-38-55% rule. - mbg Podcast episode #245, with James Nestor. - mbg Podcast episode #238, with Brian Mackenzie. - A study on access to greenery & recovering from gallbladder surgery. - Man's Search For Meaning, by Viktor Frankl. - Learn more about Joan

Britt Frank, MSW, LSCSW: “Any topic that promises belonging and the avoidance of pain can very quickly turn culty.”  Frank, a licensed psychotherapist and trauma specialist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to release buried emotions, plus: - How to identify the cults in your everyday life (~03:54) - Why living in balance is not the goal (~23:19) - How to get to the root of your anxiousness (~28:46) - The cult of dating culture (~37:29) - Why you should make a relationship checklist (~40:09) Referenced in the episode: - Frank's book, The Science Of Stuck. - The Body Keeps The Score, by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. - mbg Podcast episode #378, with Daniel Amen, M.D. - mbg Podcast episode #226, with Jeffrey Rediger, M.D. - Learn more about Internal Family Systems & the IFS Institute. Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we can do t

Patrick Schwarzenegger & Maria Shriver: “You are in the driver's seat. There are things you can do today that will impact your brain health tomorrow, or next year, or five years down the road.”  Schwarzenegger, an actor, model and investor, and Shriver, a journalist, bestselling author, and founder of The Women's Alzheimer's Movement, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what you can do today to better your brain, plus: - Why you should exercise for your brain (~09:07) - Why Shriver doesn't believe in retiring (~10:07) - How to stay grounded growing up in the public eye (~11:28) - Why we need more research on women's brain health (~21:32) - Why so many young people are struggling with mental health right now (~28:29) Referenced in the episode: - MOSH. - The Shriver Report. - The Women's Alzheimer's Movement. - Watch Shriver on the TODAY Show speaking about women & SSRIs. - CDC report on mental health of teens & young adults. Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift ca

Frank Bruni: “Almost all of the difficulties we deal with are not visible to the naked eye.” Bruni, a New York Times columnist and bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how nearly going blind helped him see more clearly, plus: - How to mentally recover from an invisible illness (~11:41) - How to feel empowered about your health (~13:54) - How to deeply connect with others on social media (~19:22) - How to be an independent thinker (~24:39) - How to have a productive conversation about health care & politics (~30:25) Referenced in the episode: - Bruni's book, The Beauty of Dusk: On Vision Lost and Found. - mbg's Invisible Illness series. - NAION Facebook support group. - Bruni's New York Times article on his NAION diagnosis. - Bruni's New York Times article, "Our Tribalism Will Be the Death of Us." - Watch Bruni on Real Time With Bill Maher. - Read Bruni's newsletter. - Crown Shy. - 4 Charles Prime Rib. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an article or podcast, we want to know what we

Samantha Boardman, M.D.: “People who do even 20 to 30 minutes of running per day say that their mood improves short- and long-term.” Boardman, a positive psychiatrist, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to get moving when you're feeling unmotivated, plus: - How to start a workout routine you'll actually stick to (~07:13) - The health benefits of working out with a friend (~09:13) - How to achieve the runner's high (~14:33) - How to use mindfulness to quicken your running pace (~19:38) - How to talk to a loved one who needs to take better care of themselves (~33:57) Referenced in the episode: - mbg Podcast episode #329 and #14, with Boardman. - Boardman's book, Everyday Vitality. - Research from Katy Milkman, Ph.D., on temptation bundling. - Research from Milkman on flexible exercise routines. - A study showing exercise companions lead to more frequent workouts. - A study showing just 30 minutes of exercise can improve mood. Enjoy this episode sponsored by New Balance! Whether it's an article or

Lisa Bilyeu: “Change your perspective from the fear of failing into an opportunity.”  Bilyeu, a world-class entrepreneur and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss what we're getting wrong about confidence, plus: - How to build genuine confidence (~03:35) - How to earn long-term success as an entrepreneur (~13:45) - Why seeking validation is not productive (~20:40) - How to calm yourself down when you're about to lose your cool (~27:17) - How to set goals that will actually stick (~44:08) Referenced in the episode: - Bilyeu's book, Radical Confidence. - Learn more about Impact Theory. - Visit Quest Nutrition. - Watch Bilyeu's TEDx Talk. - Listen to Bilyeu's podast, Women of Impact. Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. 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 ch

Today marks the 400th episode of the mbg podcast! What a journey it’s been since our launch on June 12, 2017. The milestone of 400 speaks to the longevity of our show, so in the spirit of longevity, today's special episode will highlight the greatest nuggets of healthspan and lifespan advice we've heard on the podcast. Join mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, as he explores how to lead a happier, healthier life for as long as possible. Some highlights include: - How to fall back asleep after waking up in the middle of the night (~24:54) - Why breathing through your nose is crucial for immunity (~40:59) - The health benefits of walking outside in the cold (~47:02) - How to "think" yourself younger (~52:18) - Why loneliness is a huge health issue (~53:37) Referenced in the episode: - mbg Podcast episode #297, with William Li, M.D. - mbg Podcast episode #356, with Dan Buettner - mbg Podcast episode #345, with Simon Hill - mbg Podcast episode #363, with David Sinclair, Ph.D. - mbg Podcast episode #310, with Kristen Willeu

Michaeleen Doucleff, Ph.D.: “Having somebody there for you if something goes wrong is such a predictor of health.”  Doucleff, a parenting expert and New York Times bestselling author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to raise generous kids without nagging, plus: - How to diffuse a temper tantrum without yelling (~03:26) - How to actually motivate children to do the right thing (~15:17) - How to really give your children autonomy (~21:54) - The best ways to bolster kids' mental health (~24:49) - Why kids should have at least one other caring adult in their lives (~27:03) Referenced in the episode: - Doucleff's book, Hunt, Gather, Parent. - mbg Podcast episode #344, with Lisa Miller, Ph.D. - Read Doucleff's work on NPR.org. - Research showing kids are less likely to help a second time after receiving extrinsic rewards. - Research on relational wealth and quality of life. Take 25% off our sleep support+ with code SLEEP25. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at chec

Becca Levy, Ph.D.: “Those who had positive age beliefs had a median survival of 7.5 years longer than those with negative age beliefs.”  Levy, a healthy aging expert, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob to discuss her tips for extreme longevity, plus: - How your beliefs about aging determine how long you live (~01:22) - How your memory can actually improve with age (~04:22) - The biggest misconceptions around aging (~05:57) - What we can learn from the longest living woman in the world (~14:11) - How to cultivate a sense of purpose later in life (~24:49) Referenced in the episode: - Levy's book, Breaking The Age Code. - Levy's study showing those with positive age beliefs live 7.5 years longer. - mbg Podcast episode #388 with Arthur Brooks, Ph.D. - Levy's study on the link between positive age beliefs & the APOE gene. Take 20% off our longevity & vitality collection+ with code LONGEVITYPOD. Cannot combine with gift cards or other discount codes. Apply code at checkout. Enjoy this episode! Whether it's an articl

Heather White: “If you care about the future, you are an environmentalist.”  White, an environmental policy expert and author, joins mbg co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to alleviate eco-anxiety, plus: - How to find your environmentalist personality type (~10:11) - Small, easy ways to show the Earth some love (~13:35) - Which individual actions can actually inspire policy change (~16:00) - The future of regenerative agriculture (~21:40) - How to avoid sneaky toxins in the home (~30:04) Referenced in the episode: - White's book, One Green Thing. - An mbg article responding to the 2021 IPCC report. - Atomic Habits, by James Clear. - mbg Podcast episode #386, with Annabel Streets. - Watch Seaspiracy on Netflix. - Watch The Biggest Little Farm documentary. - Regeneration, by Paul Hawken. - Paul Hawken's discussion on revitalizing the climate change conversation at mbg revitalize 2017. - A survey of 10,000 young people and their climate anxiety. Take 25% off vitamin D3 potency+ with code D3POD. Cannot combin