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The things that trigger pain and trauma in our bodies are sometimes quite clear. Other times they are vague and frustrating because they can go as far back as childbirth. There can even be issues related to things you experienced in utero. My guest today, Dr. Barry Gillespie, discovered the Craniosacral Fascial System, which consists of a slight motion of the brain and spinal cord pumping cerebrospinal fluid into the fascial web that connects every structural cell of the body. In this episode, we discuss Dr. Gillespie's background and his work, which has yielded some undeniably incredible results. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/250 

The talk on COVID-19 seems like it may stick around for a while. Since we're all in uncharted territory, it's important to remain united and have a collective goal for the future. I'm fortunate to interview some of the brightest minds in business, self-development, and marketing. I'm curious how they view this pandemic and what their plans are during and after. Founder of the world-famous UGG boots, Brian Smith joins me on today's Get Yourself Optimized podcast. We talk about disruptions and how though they may seem like insurmountable challenges, positive things can also come of monumental change. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/249 

A huge part of personal development involves mastering the art of productivity. But with the countless systems and hacks out there, what’s the best way to stay on top of things? My guest, Darius Foroux sheds light on what truly makes someone productive. Darius is the author of seven books and writes about productivity habits, decision making, and personal finance. I’ve been a fan of his work for a couple of years now and excited to have him on the show. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/248 

In today’s Get Yourself Optimized episode, I interviewed a doctor whose book will help you eliminate the need for a physician and prescription medication. William Davis, MD is a cardiologist and author of the New York Times #1 bestseller, “Wheat Belly: Lose the Wheat, Lose the Weight” and “Find Your Path Back to Health” and several other books in the series.  Dr. Davis is speaking out about important health topics and making a real difference. He’s not only calling out the problem, he’s also offering actionable advice and recipes for people to take their health into their own hands. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/247 

One phrase we keep hearing throughout this COVID-19 saga are the words "new normal." What exactly will our “new normal” be when this is all over? In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, Dr. Daniel Kraft joins me to discuss what healthcare and society should expect in the next several months. Daniel is a Stanford & Harvard trained physician-scientist and innovator. He is an Aspen Health Innovator fellow, Chair of Medicine for Singularity University, and Founder & Chair of Exponential Medicine, a program that explores the convergence of technology and its potential to reshape healthcare. If you want to be prepared for post-COVID health, tune in to learn more about the future of medicine. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/246 

Starting a new business can evoke a lot of reflective questions like, "Is this really what I want? Do I have what it takes? Where do I start?" If you're in the midst of turning an idea into something more profitable, this Get Yourself Optimized episode with Gino Wickman is a must. Gino is the founder and creator of EOS Worldwide. He is also the author of the award-winning book “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business.” With the success of EOS Worldwide and his strong leadership in running his company, Gino is now focusing his energy toward helping entrepreneurs-in-the-making get a jump-start on their purpose with his book, “Entrepreneurial Leap.” Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/245 

We all have an energetic pattern within our bodies. Sometimes, these patterns are affected by blockages. By learning how to shift your energies, you can alter the structure or outcome of physical manifestations. Today, we're going on an inspirational deep dive into the world of energetic and spiritual healing. My guest, Kim White, combined his passion for human excellence in business and in the sporting arena with his knowledge about spiritual healing. This led him to create a unique career helping individuals, athletes, and companies to gain incredible results. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/244 

Dealing with a global pandemic wasn’t in people’s 2020 plans. But here we are. This drastic shift only proves that aside from creating our annual projections and goals, we need to be equipped for the worst as well. My guest, Shannon Susko shares how focusing on the key things that matter in the business, whether good or bad, helped her organization build a strong foundation. Shannon is the CEO & founder of Metronome United. She is the creator of 3HAG and the lead trainer of Certification. In this episode, we discuss the importance of having a 3-year Highly Achievable Goals strategy and why every company should implement one. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/243 

The fact we are dealing with a pandemic that’s “uncharted territory” definitely evokes fear and anxiety. It has shaken the entire world.  We are all looking for tools that can help us deal with it better. Today, you’re going to learn about a tool called the Wise Advocate. It’s been invaluable in processing all of this. My guests’ Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz and Josie Thomson are the co-authors of the book, The Wise Advocate. Jeff and Josie are both leading authorities in coaching and neuroscience. Their methodology provides new techniques for taking control of your brain, changing bad habits and ending unhealthy thinking. In this episode, we talk about this powerful work and its applications to different situations, including, of course, coping with the COVID-19 pandemic and potential economic downturn. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/242 

How do you really know if you're healthy? I've shared this quote more than once in the past, but it's something I stand by, Peter Drucker says, "what gets measured, gets managed." In this Get Yourself Optimized episode, my guest David Karow and I deep dive into the world of genome analytics and MR imaging. If you're interested in biohacking, then you're in for a treat! David is the President and Chief Innovation Officer at Human Longevity, Inc. He is an evangelist for optimizing longevity and personal performance. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/241

The entire world is going through dark times. Instead of just sharing casual hellos and small talk like "Hope you're staying safe during this crazy time," take time to spread information. Knowing how to be better prepared in battling COVID-19 can help you and your loved ones. I have been reading a ton about the virus lately, and I'm happy to be joined by my friend, Steve Good. Steve is an entrepreneur, also the author of the book, Be Left Behind. It's actually about bitcoin, but we're not going to talk about that today. Steve is one of the most in-the-know and prepared people in my network on the topic of Coronavirus. If you want to be more prepared for when things go really wrong, this episode is a must listen and a must-share to everyone you care about. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/240

You may not realize how many narcissists are hiding in plain sight. To learn how to spot one, I invited Dr. Ramani Durvasula on the show. Dr. Ramani is a psychologist, professor, author, and speaker. Her most recent book. "Don't You Know Who I Am? How to Stay Sane in an Era of Narcissism, Entitlement, and Incivility" provides deep insight into how narcissism is impacting us all, what it is, and what we can do about it. Tune in! The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/239

To an entrepreneur, running a business is all about turning their passion into profit. However, it’s easy to forget how running a business is composed of several nuts and bolts including handling the finances. Most people would refer to accounting and finance as the serious, nitty-gritty part of business. Some may even describe it as "messy" with all of the moving parts. My guest knows how to work out that delicate balance. He is Adam Lean, President of the CFO Project. Tune in as Adam and I talk about how you can drastically improve the profitability of your business, increase your revenue, and retain your existing customers. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/238.

Don Miguel Ruiz Jr. has taken the lessons of his father, Don Miguel Ruiz, the author of “The Four Agreements”, and discovered his own personal freedom. This episode is all about teaching us how to wake up, liberate ourselves from illusory beliefs and stories, and live with authenticity. Tune in for an hour full of eye-opening musings on how to master your own self. The show notes, including the transcript and checklist to this episode, are at getyourselfoptimized.com/237.

The inspiration for me starting this podcast was really my fascination with biohacking and personal optimization - merging the world of science with the spiritual and cognitive experience. When you hear about the tech that today's guest Scott Donnell is going to speak with us about, you're going to feel like you've stepped into a Star Trek episode. I met Scott during a dinner at the Genius Network annual event back in November, and I was so impressed with some of the projects he was working on. I knew I wanted to have him come speak on my show. Scott is CEO of Hapbee, which is an amazing wearable device. The technology of which comes from over 15 years of research studying molecular actions using some of the most sensitive SQUID, which stands for superconducting quantum interference device, magnetometers in the world. Actually, I was reminded of a discussion I had had on episode 232 with Ariel Garten, who also developed a really interesting wearable device specifically for meditation, called Muse. In this epi

I’m sure everyone has probably had the frustrating experience of not being able to remember important things--whether they’re facts, names, or just information that feels like it’s at the tip of your tongue, but somehow it’s inaccessible. My guest today, Ron White, is a two-time national memory champion. He held the record for the fastest to memorize a deck of shuffled cards in only 1 minute and 27 seconds. As a memory expert, Ron has given talks all over the world from Zimbabwe to Milan. He has appeared on Good Morning America, the CBS Evening News, CBS Early Show, FOX, NBC and newspapers across the country from the New York post to the Dallas Morning News.  I heard Ron speak recently at a mastermind and I found him so compelling, not just on stage, but in conversation afterwards, that I had to have him on the show! In this episode, he talks with me about how memory works, how to lay the groundwork for actually improving your memory, and devices we can employ to access more of our memory which I found reall

We live in a world where technology, obsession with devices causes us to have shorter and shorter attention spans. And though in school, we teach our kids how to read and write, we don't teach them how to speak and to listen. These are such critical skills to learn because whether it's in your personal life or your professional world, the ability to communicate is at the heart of any relationship. My guest today is author and speaker, Julian Treasure. Julian is a communication visionary who has given multiple TED Talks on this very subject. His books, How to be Heard: Secrets for Powerful Speaking and Listening, and Sound Business, delve into how to speak so that people listen, and how to listen so that people feel heard. Julian is regularly featured in publications like Time Magazine, The Times, The Economist, and the BBC. Julian is also the founder of The Sound Agency, which works with some of the world's biggest brands to improve their sound. He travels the world, training people to listen better, and cre

I'm committed to revealing light in the world in everything I do, including this podcast. I believe revealing light is in large part the reason why I'm here on this earth. But as my guest today, Jeff Goins so aptly puts it, every light casts a shadow. Jeff and I discussed how often we end up chasing the shadows rather than chasing the light. It's easy to focus on your social media persona or keeping up with the neighbors, especially when that new Tesla shows up in their driveway. But are you ignoring the realities of your deeper life or what it truly takes to get that Tesla?  Jeff is the bestselling author of five books including the Art of Work and Real Artists Don't Starve. He   founded the Tribe Warriors writing community and has an award-winning blog. Jeff opens up about how his personal struggles gave him lessons and leadership. We discussed the shadow monsters of impostor syndrome, shame and trauma. Jeff says you can do really great things while still feeling incomplete. And while every writer can stru

I've always considered myself a pragmatic thinker. Breaking down how things work is fun and it makes sense. But on my journey of personal growth, I've had experiences that have challenged my mind to see a greater, more empowering view of life. I traveled to India and had a spiritual awakening. I met my soulmate. I've created a life I truly enjoy. Part of my love for biohacking and personal optimization, is it merges the scientific with the spiritual.  My guest for Episode 232, Ariel Garten, has done just that. She's a neuroscientist, psychotherapist, and is the co-founder of Muse, the brain sensing headband that helps you meditate. This episode we discuss her development of Muse and how the device helps you more effectively meditate by keeping you in a state of "focused attention." We discuss the neurological, psychological, and spiritual benefits of meditation. Like past guests Dr. Andrew Hill and Chris Keane, Ariel brings new insights and a few scientific shortcuts to get the most from meditation. So if y

It has become commonplace to talk about being “triggered.” While becoming part of the lexicon, this concept is more than just a buzzword. Acknowledging these emotional triggers provides a greater awareness of how our past can continue to affect us. PTSD, post-traumatic stress disorder, doesn’t just affect war heroes and first responders. We’ve all suffered trauma in our childhood, especially if you use the definition of trauma being anything less than nurturing, which I learned from previous guest, Brent Charleton. Traumatic experiences can alter our emotional responses and create problematic neural pathways. Plus, that trauma lives in our bodies as tension and stress.  But this trauma doesn’t just cause anxiety and back pain. This trauma can keep our bodies stuck in a suboptimal state. Thankfully, there’s a solution to this, and to tell us all about it, we have Dr. David Berceli joining us. He’s an international author, presenter, and trainer in the areas of trauma intervention, stress reduction, and resilie