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208: The power of purpose, poetry & therapy (a happy ending) | IN-Q Apr 02, 2020

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IN-Q: “Defining myself is like confining myself—I undefined myself to find myself.”

As we navigate globally trying times, we continue to seek outlets and positivity amidst collective difficulties. Out of tension, uncertainty, and a radical definition of daily life, art from a new perspective is born. IN-Q (aka, Adam Schmalholz), an award-winning spoken word poet and author of Inquire Within, sits down with co-CEO, Jason Wachob, for a live poetry reading and discussion about his creative process, plus:

*The relationship between isolation, connectivity, and technology*

*Why we should be more vulnerable and embrace therapy*

*How to use your inner voice to adjust to trying times*

*The power of creativity: Starting the process from a place of truth and not forcing the work*

*Idea vs. ideology vs. identity and the freedom to choose your life*

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207: Life lessons from a doctor who almost died from an incurable disease | David Fajgenbaum, M.D. Mar 31, 2020

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David Fajgenbaum, M.D., MBA, M.Sc., FCPP: “I knew that there was no way I would make it to my wedding day unless I found a drug that could keep me alive.”

Fajgenbaum, an immunologist and author of Chasing My Cure, sits down with co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how he created his own treatment for the rare Castleman Disease, plus:

*Why we should stop waiting for perfect moments*

*How college football helped prepare him for the ICU*

*The importance of finding positivity during tough times*

*Why a day-by-day mentality is key*

*Why every action needs to be intentional*

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206: What an herbalist, midwife, & MD says about the coronavirus | Aviva Romm, MD Mar 26, 2020

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Aviva Romm, M.D.: “This virus has a fatty outer layer—good soap can actually help break it up.”

Romm, an integrative medicine doctor, midwife and herbalist, bridges traditional wisdom and modern medicine for women’s and children’s health. As we continue to collectively face a global pandemic, she sits down with co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss how to adapt to the ebbs and flows of your new life, plus:

*How to keep a regular schedule, whether you’re an entrepreneur or used to being at home*

*Why we should FaceTime two people per day*

*How to support immunity through nutrition, supplementation, herbs, and adaptogens*

*How to take care of your health if you have autoimmune, or are expecting/breastfeeding*

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204: Mental comfort food from a nutritional psychiatrist | Drew Ramsey, MD Mar 24, 2020

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Drew Ramsey, M.D.: "One in five people have a mental illness, but all of us have mental health. We have to work on it."

Even after COVID-19 is behind us, optimizing our mental health still matters. Ramsey, a nutritional psychiatrist, joins Jason Wachob to discuss how we should eat to minimize anxiety, plus:

*Why playfulness is key during the coronavirus*

*How to transform awareness into action*

*How to help your kids be less anxious about COVID-19*

*The difference between external and internal stressors*

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203: How to practice gratitude during the coronavirus | Light Watkins Mar 23, 2020

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Light Watkins: “The more we can stay connected to the moment by living through a space of gratitude, the more intelligent decisions we’ll be able to make individually and collectively."

It seems that people are using meditation as a way to cope with uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus, no matter if they're new to the practice or a seasoned pro. Watkins, an internationally-renowned meditation teacher and best-selling author, joins co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why a gratitude meditation is crucial during this time, plus:

*How to approach fear-mongering friends*

*How to use time as opportunity for spiritual growth*

*How small acts of kindness can change the world*

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202: How to deal with COVID-induced anxiety, from Ellen Vora, M.D. Mar 20, 2020

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Ellen Vora, M.D.: “There’s a lot to be said about surrender, being asked to let go of control. You can do your best, but also recognize some aspect of this is out of your control.”

It can be frustrating when people respond to your stress by saying, “Don’t stress," especially as we face the anxiety surrounding the coronavirus. That’s why co-CEO, Jason Wachob, consulted Vora, a holistic psychiatrist, to discuss how to deal with our anxiety surrounding the coronavirus, plus:

*How to have a healthy information diet*

*How to ramp up self-care amidst a global pandemic*

*What we can learn as a species from COVID-19*

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200: 3 meditations for when you’re feeling panicked from Gabby Bernstein Mar 18, 2020

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Gabrielle Bernstein: "We need tools that are going to regulate the nervous system and stimulate the vagus nerve, so that we’re not in a chronic state of fight or flight."

As we face the uncertainty and fear of the global pandemic, it’s more important now than ever to stay grounded. Bernstein, a No. 1 New York Times bestselling author, offers three guided meditations to help regulate the nervous system and reduce anxious thoughts. She joins co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss:

*How to show up for people in a time of crisis*

*How to exude positive energy through virtual channels*

*How to use this time for spiritual growth*

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199: How we're handling uncertain times & a guided meditation Mar 17, 2020

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Our hearts are heavy, here at mindbodygreen, with so many people affected by the global pandemic. To that end, Founder and Co-CEO Jason Wachob shares what he's been doing in his own life in these uncertain times. Here's a simple breathwork practice he's using to stay grounded, a few tips to keep your life in balance, and a guided meditation from Sharon Salzberg's Real Happiness. Jason also announces we'll be providing some of mbg's best-selling classes for free.

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198: How friendship affects your immune system | Lydia Denworth Mar 16, 2020

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Lydia Denworth: "Friendship is as important as diet and exercise for your health. Even more important on some levels."

Denworth, a science journalist and author of the book Friendship, joins co-CEO, Jason Wachob, to discuss why you should maintain friendships even in a time of social distancing, plus:

*How friends affect your immune system*

*How to become a better friend*

*How many hours it takes to make a best friend*

*The three components you need in every friendship*

*How to distance yourself from toxic relationships*

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197: This is your brain on cake & how to train yourself to be less anxious | Jud Brewer, M.D., Ph.D. Mar 11, 2020

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Jud Brewer, M.D., Ph.D.: "Start by understanding how your mind works. If you can understand how your mind works, you can then start to work with your mind."

Brewer, an addiction psychiatrist and neuroscientist, joins co-CEO Jason Wachob to discuss how to rewire your brain to combat anxiety and addiction, plus:

*Why willpower doesn't work*

*How to train your brain to crave vegetables over cake*

*Why curiosity is our greatest superpower*

*How to strengthen immunity from a mind/body perspective*

*Why we get sick when we're stressed*

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