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Stress

Ancient Wisdom for Modern Problems: Jess Stuart on PYP 619

As AI does more, and people are pushed to achieve more, how can we remain human at work?

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Why We “Lose It” Part 1: A Walk with Dr Howie Jacobson: PYP 615

Why do we “lose it”? Why do we behave in ways we regret? Suspect #1: Allostatic Load.

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Transform Problems into Opportunities with This Magic Question: Dr Howie Jacobson on PYP 585

What’s the problem with being a “problem-solver?” How can we create the future we want for ourselves, and help others do the same? On today’s Walk and Talk, let’s explore the Magic Question.

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The Sneak Attack that Makes Cravings Irresistible – and How to Resist Anyway: Glenn Livingston, PhD on PYP 576

Why do cravings return with a vengeance just when we think we’ve got them beat? And can the answer help us defeat our cravings for good?

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How to Unlearn Bad Habits: Ana Gabriel Mann on PYP 521

Our bad habits can have deep roots, and superficial solutions only cause more distress. How can we pull out dysfunctional behaviors at the roots?

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Philosophical Ramblings: Glenn Murphy on PYP 506

Glenn Murphy returns to the podcast to discuss philosophy, practicality, hypotheticals, counterfactuals, and how to live a good life while embedded in uncertainty and ambiguity.

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Mastering the Chatter in Our Heads: Glenn Murphy on PYP 465

My favorite mind-body science stress performance guy, Glenn Murphy of Stressproof.net, and I kicked around the concept of mental chatter and how we can perform at our best when the voice in our head is getting in the way.

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Helping Stressed-Out Kids Cope with Life: Shoshana Chaim on PYP 460

How can we help children deal with stress? Today’s guest, Shoshana Chaim, shares the strategies from her new book, “I Am a Peaceful Goldfish.”

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Discover YOUR Optimal Diet and Lifestyle Through Data:
Dr Casey Means on PYP 443

Tired of the nutrition debates? Confused about what YOU should be eating? Dr Casey Means of Levels Health shares the power of closed-loop data to change our lives – and health destinies – for the better.

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Embracing Discomfort When You’re Already in Over Your Head: Glenn Murphy on PYP 434

Glenn Murphy returns to talk about the importance of embracing physical discomfort, even when we’re already stressed out mentally and emotionally. He offers some tips about how to do so without burning out, and shares a 10-minute guided visualization exercise to help us get back in touch with our bodies and spirits.

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