Untangle, The Podcast From Meditation Studio

Today, we're diving into a topic that’s close to home for so many of us—Navigating our emotions.  It’s one of the most common struggles we face, and every time we explore it on Untangle, the response is overwhelming. My guest today is Dr. Alissa Jerud, a clinical psychologist, researcher, and the author of the book Emotionally Savvy Parenting. Her work focuses on helping us build practical, evidence-based strategies for navigating the storm of emotions that life inevitably brings. And, as you might guess, Anxiety is one of our most challenging emotions. What I love about Alissa’s approach is that she doesn’t treat anxiety as something to “get rid of.” Or any difficult emotion for that matter. Instead, she helps us understand it, accept it, work with it, and even grow through it. We talk about the myths of coping, how we often make things worse without meaning to, and why the strategies we instinctively reach for might not be serving us. We also learn how to become more emotionally agile, and th

Favorite Encore: Dr. Ellen Hendriksen is a clinical psychologist whose focus is on helping millions of people calm their anxiety so they can be more comfortable with their true selves. She serves on the faculty at Boston University's Center for Anxiety and Related Disorders and is the author of the book we discuss today, How to Be Yourself: Quiet the Inner Critic and Rise Above Social Anxiety. In this episode, we talk about the fear of being judged or rejected, and how to manage our somewhat distorted (and often annoying) negative thoughts. We’ve heard this before…your thoughts are NOT always true. Ellen discusses many ways to quiet the inner chatter that takes us down a rabbit hole and prevents us from living life, and enjoying it, to its fullest. She shares how we can actually rewire our brains through our behavior, make changes and let go of the 'monkey mind' inner critic. It’s not easy…but she suggests lots of small steps we can take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Priv

In todays encore episode, join Muse co-founder Ariel Garten as she interviews Jim Kwik is a celebrity brain trainer who teaches tools and techniques to optimize your brain to learn and remember. Jim works with Elon Musk, Jim Carrey, and Richard Branson--among many others! He shares his brain-enhancing learning and memory techniques with Ariel and with all of us.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential and revolutionizing health AND Meditation Studio the five star app. Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio.Transform your brain's potential with 15% of Muse. Use code UNTANGLE15 at checkout or visit choosemuse.com/UNTANGLE15.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s guest is Soren Gordhamer, the founder of Wisdom 2.0 the conference that  brings the leaders of technology together with leaders in wisdom to engage in thoughtful and often profound conversations. His new book is called The Essential, What Really Matters in an Age of Distraction. He reflects on the challenges posed by advancing technology, particularly AI, and emphasizes the importance of maintaining human connection and understanding what really matters in life. Soren shares the profound impact of the stories we tell ourselves and how they shape our lives. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing and questioning these narratives, particularly those that stem from societal and familial expectations. Soren discusses the journey of self-awareness, compassion, and the significance of human connection in fostering a fulfilling life. He also highlights the role of love and wisdom in personal growth, encouraging listeners to embrace their unique paths as well as the mysteries of life. As always, we’re un

Today’s guest is Chris Aimone, the cofounder of Muse, the brain sensing technology dedicated to enhancing mental fitness, focus and clarity. He’s a bit of an expert when it comes to the intersection of technology, mindfulness and the brain.  Our discussion delves into the importance of attention training, and why our emotional reactions play such a big role when it comes to maintaining focus and to overall brain health.  Chris discusses the impact of distraction on our ability to connect with the present moment and shares how Muse’s new Athena technology, with its eeg and Fnirs technology  helps us train for mental clarity and focus, mental strength and endurance  and for our ability to recover and recharge. continuous learning, he says, is essential for cognitive health. We also discuss how AI is used to personalize brain training exercises. If you’ve ever wondered about brain health and what it takes stay mentally fit, you’ll find this fascinating.  And, we’re playing a bit with AI as well. At the end of t

Encore Episode. Today’s guest is Maddie Dychtwald, recognized by Forbes as one of the top fifty female futurists globally. Maddy has been deeply involved in exploring all aspects of aging and longevity, which you can now explore in her book Ageless Aging, A Woman’s Guide to Better Healthspan, Brainspan, and Lifespan. Maddy, along with her husband Ken Dychtwald, co-founded Age Wave. the world’s leading think tank and corporate advisory on the far-reaching and profound impacts of our global aging population. She has worked tirelessly to change the narratives around aging. The best part of our lives , she says, can be in our 50s, 60’s and beyond.  In this interview, we discuss the science of aging and longevity, along with how our culture views aging…AND, she shares some very practical advice and tools related to nutrition, hormones, exercise sleep, relationships and more. You’ll love hearing how she keeps her own marriage fresh after 40 years.  She’s truly a rockstar in the world of aging and longevity.  Resou

Todays guest is Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, a Senior Research Scientist on Creativity at Yale University and author of the book The Creativity Choice, The Science of Making Decisions to Turn ideas into action.  Zorana brings insights into the nature of the creative process, from the first decision to engage with new ideas to its culmination in creative performances and products.  The science of creativity shows that the key to successful creativity is the decision to act—and then deciding to act again and again, despite any physical, mental, or emotional obstacles, until ideas take shape and come to life. She shares some of the hidden parts of the creative process – from what it takes to get started on the journey of doing something with our ideas, to choosing which ideas to pursue to finding ways to persist when encountering inevitable difficulties along the way. I asked about the biggest obstacles and she shared that  we need strategies of problem finding and harnessing the power of emotions to persist through

Todays guest is Tali Sharot, professor of Cognitive neuroscience at University College London (UCL) and MIT. She’s also the Director of the Affective Brain Lab at University College London, which integrates neuroscience, behavioral economics, and psychology to study the influence of emotion and motivation on beliefs and decisions. Her most recent  book is called Look Again, The Power of Noticing What Was Already There. In this conversation, Tali  discusses her journey into neuroscience and psychology, exploring the intersection of these fields with behavioral economics. She delves into the concept of optimism, its effects on mental health and happiness, and the U-shaped curve of happiness across different life stages. There’s good news there.  She also shares insights on the phenomenon of habituation, explaining how we adapt to both positive and negative experiences in our lives and that this can have a very unexpected impact-  both good and bad. She explores the relationship between habituation and mental he

Welcome to another favorite encore edition of Untangle. Dr. Joe Dispenza, a New York Times bestselling author, researcher, and educator is driven by the conviction that each of us has the potential for greatness and unlimited abilities--including the ability to heal ourselves. He shares how he healed himself after a devastating bike accident and the mind-body work he's continued to do to help others.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today’s conversation, John Sullivan, Clinical Sports Psychologist, discusses "The Brain Always Wins 2," his new book co-authored with communications expert Chris Parker. John has worked with several professional sports teams and is now head of sport psychology at high performance sport New Zealand.  This new edition addresses seven pivotal areas of brain management which include Physical activity, Rest and recovery, Optimum nutrition, Cognitive function, Emotional management, Socialization and communication, and Synergy.  John discusses the intricate relationship between each of these areas in enhancing performance in any area of our lives. He emphasizes the importance of personalized nutrition, the role of carbohydrates in brain health, and the necessity of effective communication and social interactions for overall well-being. Sullivan also highlights the significance of emotional management techniques, such as breathing exercises, in optimizing cognitive function and performance.  There’s a lot of great

Welcome to another favorite encore edition of Untangle. Kristin Neff is an extremely well-regarded expert and pioneer in the field of self-compassion. Her most recent book is called Fierce Self Compassion: How Women can Harness Kindness to Speak Up, Claim their Power and Thrive. She discusses how self-compassion allows us to be tender with ourselves in difficult situations, but also that it sometimes needs to be fierce — like the mama bear energy that comes from a place of love, service, and a desire to reduce harm. We must, she says, act courageously to protect ourselves from harm and injustice — and to motivate necessary change in ourselves and society. Her message…women can be fierce and tender. Best quote from the book: "Tender Self-Compassion harnesses the energy of nurturing to alleviate suffering while fierce Self-Compassion harnesses the energy of action to alleviate suffering." We need both.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains

Today’s conversation is with Cathy Heller, Author of the book Abundant Ever After: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease. In this conversation, Cathy shares her concept of abundance,  emphasizing that it is MUCH more about inner peace and connection than material wealth. She admits that it’s challenging to maintain a state of flow and inner peace in a stressful world— but it’s her mission to do this and to teach others as well. She shares her personal journey finding purpose, love and her own spirituality.  She highlights the importance of love, both in receiving and giving, as a fundamental aspect of this human experience. I loved her little stories about how she gives out bits of love throughout her day…wherever she can. Love is a practice…just like meditation. She is driven by the power of human connection and the importance of discovering and aligning with one's gifts. My fave line from her website…YOU get to live a life that takes your breath away. Cathy is a delightful, loving soul. I hope y

Encore: Today’s guest is the amazing Martha Beck. I know why Oprah loved working with her! She’s back on Untangle for the second time, and her last interview was our number 1 top listened to episode…so we are thrilled to have her back. Her next book is called Beyond Anxiety: Curiosity, Creativity and Finding Your Life’s Purpose. This is the 10th book from Martha, a Phd, Harvard-trained Sociologist, World-renowned Coach and NYT bestselling author. She shares why anxiety is at an all time high, and why curiosity and creativity can be our superpowers to help reduce it. We can stop ourselves from falling into an anxiety spiral and she shows us how. She used me as a guinia pig which is always a little uncomfortable for me, but helps me shift the way I see things so that’s a good thing. I hope you get as much out of Martha’s interview as I did. There’s so much here to help us lead our best lives. Resources: Marthabeck.comAs always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unloc

Judson is a psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and author of the book, Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal your Mind. He has combined his expertise in mindfulness, habit, and behavioral change, and neuroscience to create practical tools to help unwind anxiety. The interview offers several ways to uncover what triggers anxiety and how to identify and break these anxiety habits using a variety of methods, including mindfulness and reward-based learning.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential and revolutionizing health AND Meditation Studio the five star app. Check out all the free meditations at choosemuse.com/meditationstudion.com. And use code Untangle15 for your discount on the Muse headband. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today’s guest is Dr. Steven Gundry, the New York Times bestselling author of several books and the Director of the International Heart and Lung Institute in Palm Springs, California. He’s also the Founder and Director of the Center for Restorative Medicine. The book we discuss today is The Gut-Brain Paradox: Improve Your Mood, Clear Brain Fog, and Reverse Disease by Healing Your Microbiome. In this conversation, Dr. Gundry discusses the profound connection between the gut and the brain, emphasizing how gut bacteria influence our thoughts, feelings, and overall health. He shares the importance of the microbiome and explains how leaky gut can lead to numerous mental and physical health conditions. He shares practical advice on how we can improve gut health through diet and lifestyle changes. He also delves into dietary recommendations, emphasizing the importance of personalized nutrition and the role of specific foods in managing inflammation and autoimmune responses. There are so many rich takeaways in this in

Our encore episode guest today is Leah Weiss. Leah Weiss is a Ph.D., MSW, researcher, lecturer, consultant, and author of the book, How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind. Leah is also the co-founder of a company focused on workplace health called Skylyte. She’s best known for her teaching at Stanford's Graduate School of Business and her groundbreaking work with Stanford's Compassion Cultivation Program (conceived by the Dalai Lama). She’s an expert in workplace anxiety, burnout, resilience and offers a multitude of ways to support our mental health. Leah shares several practical tools for finding our purpose AND aligning our goals and values so that we can live our best life.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for  your discount.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/

Welcome to another great encore edition of Untangle.Our guest is Dr. Molly Maloof. She is the author of a book called The Spark Factor. The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming Resilient, and Feeling Better Than Ever. In this interview, she shares her research and insights on the key pillars of women’s health and wellbeing. I found this to be like an encyclopedia chock full of information and data related to our brains, gut, mental and physical health. She’s passionate about biohacking, lifestyle interventions, personalized medicine, and optimizing performance. It’s a rich look at how we manage our own health so we don’t have to rely on the healthcare system to ‘fix us’ when something goes wrong.Resource: Drmolly.coAs always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential.Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for your discount.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr

Today's guest is Dr. Drew Ramsey, a Psychiatrist and expert in nutrition and mental health. He’s also the author of the book, Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind. In this interview, Drew discusses the importance of mental fitness— and shares why our mental health is such a crucial part of our overall health. He delves into the connection between self awareness and mental fitness, as well as the powerful impact that lifestyle changes can have, including those related to nutrition, sleep, movement and our connection to others. He believes, as do many of our guests, that personalized nutrition is essential for addressing individual needs and body types. There’s a lot more here…from neuroplasticity to the gut microbiome and its’ impact on brain health to managing inflammation. I think you’ll get a lot from his wisdom. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com

Very excited to encore one of our listeners favorite episodes. This one is hosted by Muse cofounder, Ariel Garten. She asks…Could “energy healing” be real? Do phenomena like manifestation really work? If it does, could we possibly understand how? Her guest, Dr. Shamini Jain, is a scientist, and clinician at UCSD, and shares her amazing studies of the biofield, and the evidence she and other colleagues have that demonstrates that this might all be more real than we thought. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use code untangle15 for your discount.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 In this conversation, Tim Spector, Doctor, Professor and Author, discusses his journey into nutrition, sparked by his own personal health scare. He emphasizes the importance of gut microbes and the essential need for personalized nutrition. We’re all different…so one size does not fit all. He discusses the role of sugar, fats, and alcohol in our diets, and his belief on the limited effectiveness of supplements when compared to whole foods. His cookbook is called Food for Life which he created with his science and nutrition company, Zoe. In this discussion he shares the six principles he believes are most important for us to understand…beginning with the need to eat at least 30 plants a week. There’s lot’s in here. The role of fermented foods. The need to focus on food quality over calories and the critical importance of looking at food as medicine A very rich conversation on the impact of nutrition on our overall health and wellbeing.As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headban