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How to Reset Your Vagus Nerve & Unlock Better Mental Health | Radhika Das
I'm thrilled to share this enlightening conversation that bridges the gap between spirituality and science. In this episode, I sit down with Radhika Das, a remarkable spiritual teacher and author, to explore the transformative power of mantra meditation and its scientifically-proven benefits for our mental and physical wellbeing.
Why Being ‘Strong’ Is Making You Weak | Sophie Scott
In this week’s episode of Live Well, Be Well, I sit down with the brilliant psychotherapist Sophie Scott to dive deep into the topics we all need to hear more about: burnout, boundaries, and balanced living. Sophie brings her wealth of knowledge and experience as a therapist and author to the conversation, shedding light on how we can support our mental health while nurturing meaningful relationships.
Yung Pueblo’s Path to Self-Healing: Transforming Life With One Habit | Diego Perez
In this episode, my guest is Diego Perez, also known as Yung Pueblo—a writer, meditator, and author of the new book The Way Forward. We explore his personal journey of self-healing, discussing how to reconnect with our intuition and build self-trust.
BEAT Emotional Eating with Self-Compassion Strategies | Kristin Neff
Many of us think self-compassion is just about being kind to ourselves, or even perhaps that it implies a sense of laziness or self-indulgence. But Dr. Kristin Neff completely challenges these ideas. She reveals how self-compassion is actually a powerful tool for motivation and resilience, and explains why our culture, and even our evolutionary instincts, can work against it.
Emotions Aren't Hardwired: THIS IS HOW You Can Architect Your Emotions | Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett
Cortisol is synonymous with stress. However, according to Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, it isn’t really the ‘stress hormone’ we all think it is. In today’s episode, Dr. Feldman Barrett shares a different view on how the brain handles stress and uncertainty, and that it is always predicting and shaping our reality.
4 Types of Stress: How To Manage Each One | Mo Gawdat & Alice Law
Stress is something we all deal with, but did you know that it affects us in four different ways? Stress can impact us mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and in this episode we look into all four modalities and how to recognise them.
Elevate Your Mindset and Master the 6-Minute Breath Hold Like a Champion | Li Karlsén
Today I get to share my wonderful conversation with Li Karlsén, a freediver and former Swedish Army captain.
She served for 20 years before discovering freediving at 35. Li has broken records, including a 200-metre dive on one breath, and a dive under Greenland's ice. Now she helps others face their fears.
Women’s Empowerment Expert on Surprising New Approach to Success | Sharmadean Reid
Today, I sit down with Sharmadean Reid, a leader in the worlds of beauty, tech, and media.
With a 20-year career that includes launching an innovative salon as well as founding a beauty tech startup, Sharmadean has consistently broken barriers. She was the first black woman to raise £1 million in VC funding in the UK and was awarded an MBE in 2015 for her contributions to the beauty industry.
We discuss Sharmadean's remarkable journey, touching on self-worth, purpose, and the redefinition of success.
How To Break FREE From The Self-Awareness TRAP | Dr. Shefali
What does consciousness really mean, and how does it play a role in our lives?
If we look at the definition of consciousness, which is 'the quality or state of being aware especially of something within oneself', then we can start to understand how pivotal it is.
My recent conversation with Dr. Shefali looks at this in depth, and we discuss how consciousness is something that can have a bigger impact on our lives and relationships than we could have ever thought.
Stop Stress from Dominating Your Life | Mo Gawdat
If you search ‘Mo Gawdat’ online, the most popular result that appears time and time again is ‘AI is going to kill us’. But in this conversation, we discuss the essence of what makes us human. From parenting to fitting in, Mo shares his personal insights about how we can move beyond the conventional definitions of success and happiness, to something more profound and accessible.
The Hormone Cure: How MDMA Therapy Can Beat Autoimmune Diseases | Dr. Sara Gottfried
98% of people who suffer with autoimmunity are women, and the leading cause of this shocking statistic is hormone irregulation linked to trauma.
You don’t have to have a massive traumatic event happen to you to experience trauma and the devastating effects it can lead to. Stress, long-term exhaustion and not being kind to our bodies can contribute to crippling emotional weight that can dysregulate our hormones.
The Surprising Link Between Dyslexia and Extreme Wealth with Kate Griggs, Made By Dyslexia
Dyslexic thinking is game-changing. Everything from the light bulb to the iPhone, the aeroplane to the motor car, was invented by a dyslexic mind. These skills are vital in shaping the future. Yet school systems are lagging behind. Traditional teaching and exams leave dyslexic kids feeling undervalued.
The Truth about Longevity - Secrets of the Blue Zones with Dan Buettner
Dan Buettner is a best selling author of The Blue Zones and a pioneer in research on longevity. He recently presented the number 1 Netflix documentary series ‘Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones’. In this conversation, we break down the buzzword of ‘longevity’ and find out what it really means to extend your years.
My Mental Wellness Coach On Knowing Your Inner Saboteur with Maren Ashford
How can you escape negative mind chatter? What is our Inner Sage and how can we recognise and control our Inner Saboteur? These are the questions a mental wellness coach can help you address. In late 2022, I began working with a coach to better understand myself and the values I hold dear. In this conversation, Maren Ashford puts the spotlight on me. We discuss my sage, saboteur and love of Katy Perry!
Eat Your Way to Better Mental Health AND Beat Anxiety with Professor Felice Jacka
Food can affect our mood - we’ve all experienced it. In the past, psychiatry has been concerned with what happens in the brain. Today, we know that what’s going on in the gut can impact our mental health. Professor Felice Jacka is a pioneer of nutritional psychiatry. She discusses her groundbreaking research on how food can affect our mood.
How your parents and past shape who you are today with Julia Samuel
From bickering at Christmas dinners to mourning lost loved ones, family is there through thick and thin. Julia Samuel MBE is an author, podcast host and one of the UK’s leading psychotherapists who can help us better understand and communicate with our families.
Liver Disease: Not Just An Alcohol Problem with Jack O'Meara
A healthy liver is a vital part of our physical well being. It’s truly a powerhouse organ - and not enough people are talking about it. Jack O’Meara is CEO of Ochre Bio - a company revolutionising the treatment of liver disease - and he says we need to show the liver some love.
Get Over a Break-up, Fix Your Broken Heart & Stop Feeling Lonely with Guy Winch
Heartbreak can hit anyone. We feel lonely and disconnected, but mainly a sense of grief. Nobody denies that it’s tough. Dr. Guy Winch is a psychologist, author and podcast host whose TED Talks have tallied up millions of views. He’s got the toolkit to help you beat the break-up blues.
Timing is Everything: How To Sleep Better and Live Longer with Dr Satchin Panda
Lots of us know that circadian rhythms are vital to a good night's sleep. But we still get hungry at strange times, feel sleepy in the afternoons and crave sugar late at night. Dr Satchin Panda is the leading voice on circadian biology. And he can tell you how to get these rhythms in check.
Get Sober & Quit Self-Sabotage with Africa Brooke
Africa Brooke is a speaker and podcast whose helped thousands of young people tackle their own inner demons. Imagine a life free of self-sabotage. For some, big nights out are the problem, creating a constant burden of shame. The solution could lie in a sobriety habit.
