Episodios

  • Teaser

    Teaser
    Jul 28 2017
    Can our thoughts and feelings really miraculously heal, or slowly destroy our physical health and well being? Join us as we interview top researchers, best-selling authors, and field experts about the astonishing ways the mind can affect the body. Powered by Curable, an online program that uses mindbody techniques to relieve chronic pain. Music: www.bensound.com
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    2 m
  • The Long-Term Impact of Childhood Adversity (David Clarke, MD)

    The Long-Term Impact of Childhood Adversity (David Clarke, MD)
    Aug 2 2017
    Dr. David Clarke has spent his career helping people recover from mysterious aches and pains across their body. The diagnosis? "Stress Illness" - the body's extreme physical reaction to emotional factors. 60% of the time, he says, the stress dates back to childhood, where parents have the opportunity to make or break a child's chances of developing pain. Join us as Dr. Clarke shares some of his wildest stories, along with what he's learned as a parent and how to avoid falling into the "tough love trap." Music: www.bensound.com
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    36 m
  • Even Yoga Masters Break Down Sometimes (Leslie Kaminoff)

    Even Yoga Masters Break Down Sometimes (Leslie Kaminoff)
    Aug 9 2017
    Leslie Kaminoff has been an internationally recognized yoga and breathing expert for decades. So what happened when he lost his breath for six months? When he lost control of his body? When he lost touch with his emotions? Join us as Leslie recounts his deeply personal journey to "mastery," and shares what he's learned about life, yoga, and the power of breath. Music: www.bensound.com
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    36 m
  • Forgiveness Is Not What You Think It Is (Fred Luskin, PhD)

    Forgiveness Is Not What You Think It Is (Fred Luskin, PhD)
    Aug 16 2017
    Forgiveness is not the same as reconciliation. It’s not the same as justice or vengeance. So what on earth is it? After years of personal struggle with an unforgiving heart, Dr. Fred Luskin knew something had to change. Today, he serves as the Director of the Stanford University Forgiveness Project, and author of several books on forgiveness. Join us as Dr. Luskin explores the meaning of forgiveness, and explains how to develop it as a skill, take back your power, and restore your physical health.
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    31 m
  • What a Pain in the Brain! (Neuroscientist Tor Wager, PhD)

    What a Pain in the Brain! (Neuroscientist Tor Wager, PhD)
    Aug 23 2017
    "What does it matter what we think?" That's the question Dr. Tor Wager has spent years in the research lab trying to answer. Now, as Director of the Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience Lab at CU Boulder, he uses brain imaging studies to understand the neural connection between our thoughts, feelings, and physical pain. Join us as he breaks down the placebo effect, explains the neuroscience of chronic pain, and shares stories of just how powerful the mindbody connection is.
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    45 m
  • Writing to Heal Your Life (Researcher John Evans)

    Writing to Heal Your Life (Researcher John Evans)
    Sep 7 2017
    John Evans knows first-hand how transformative a few writing sessions can be to someone's physical and mental health. 13 years ago, he picked up Jamie Pennebaker's hallmark book Writing to Heal and used it to navigate his life’s biggest challenges, including a struggle with PTSD and an advanced cancer diagnosis. Today, he's devoted his life to helping others transform their lives the way he has. He runs a 6-week intensive writing program, and even ended up co-authoring a book with Jamie Pennebaker called "Expressive Writing: Words that Heal." Join us as he explains the connection between our words and our health, and gives tips on how to use expressive writing effectively.
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    33 m
  • From Medical Mystery to MD: Saved By Sarno (John Stracks, MD)

    From Medical Mystery to MD: Saved By Sarno (John Stracks, MD)
    Sep 13 2017
    Before he was a doctor, John Stracks was the medical mystery no one could figure out. With neurological symptoms extending all across his body, he was desperate for anything that would work. After finally finding a surprising cure, he became obsessed with helping others who seemed “incurable” through the same techniques that he used. Join us as Dr. Stracks reveals his personal journey from patient to MD, and provides insight into why his methods have taken some time to gain popularity.
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    55 m
  • Here’s Why Your Diet Isn’t Working, According to Science (Alia Crum, PhD)

    Here’s Why Your Diet Isn’t Working, According to Science (Alia Crum, PhD)
    Sep 27 2017
    Why do diets make you feel so hungry? Why do some people only lose weight when they stop counting calories? How come you can exercise just as much as your peers, but not see the same results? Stanford professor and mindset researcher Dr. Alia Crum has been focused on answering these questions for the past decade. Join us as we investigate just how much of an impact our thoughts and feelings have on the effectiveness of diets, exercise, trips to the doctor, and more.
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    48 m