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We have all heard the phrase “look on the bright side” at least once in our lives. And yes, sometimes we do need those little reminders to be positive: “stop and smell the roses”, “things will get better” and “remember, the glass is half full”. But what happens when these reminders become toxic? What happens when posit

Your mindset has the power to take you places you never imagined you would go, or hold you back from those places, keeping you stuck in a hamster wheel of fear, anxiety and depression. You get to choose which direction you take in life. In this week’s blog and podcast, I spoke to media mogul, entrepreneur, filmmaker an

One of the major issues in our world today is modern slavery. Yes, you read that right: slavery exists in the 21st century. In this week’s blog and podcast, I speak with Dr. Michelle Lee from the International Justice Mission (IJM), a global non-profit of investigators, lawyers, social workers, healthcare professionals

By Dr. Will Cole The supplement world is vast. The amount of beneficial nutrients is ever expanding due to our growing knowledge surrounding our health. But knowing where to start is another thing. By educating ourselves on the importance of various nutrients, we can better prioritize what makes the most sense to incor

For many of us, spirituality brings comfort and peace in times of trouble. Our belief systems support us and hold us up when things get rough. But can the same be said for our society as a whole? Can faith and love win in a highly anxious, depressed and tribalistic culture? In this week’s blog and podcast, I speak with

Let’s face it: life is tough, especially these days. There are so many issues we must deal with, from loneliness during a global pandemic, to addictive behaviors, codependency, worrying about the future and dealing with negative emotions—the list seems endless. Thankfully, we can face whatever life throws our way, as I

Editor’s note: This blog refers to a podcast that covers the topic of psychedelic drug use, which is illegal in many parts of the world. Neither I nor my organization endorses illegal activity of any kind. Please follow the laws in your country regarding the use of controlled substances. In addition, this discussion sh

We all bring a lot of “stuff” into our relationships, which can affect how we relate to other people, romantically and otherwise. In this week’s blog and podcast, I speak with attachment theory expert and psychotherapist Thais Gibson on how our past experiences impact our relationships, how we can use the different att

Relationships can be challenging, even after they have ended. This is especially true when dealing with a divorce or family separation—in your or in the life of a family member or loved one. In this week’s blog and podcast, I speak with licensed marriage and family therapist Vienna Pharaon about how divorces affect our

There are a number of great quotes out there on the power of changing your thinking—I know because I have used many of them myself! But the power that is in your mind, and your ability to change your life using your mind, is more than just a great phrase to put in your Facebook bio or on your fridge. As I discuss in th

The word “sensitive” has both positive and negative connotations in our society, from statements like “he’s such a sensitive person” to phrases like “don’t be so sensitive!”. Yet the nature of human sensitivity is often misunderstood, especially when it comes to recognizing and dealing with highly sensitive people. As

For many of us, trauma is something “big”: a car accident, the loss of a loved one, a disturbing event or tragic series of events. However, did you know that trauma can also be less obvious and more pervasive, affecting how we function on a day-to-day basis? In this week’s blog and podcast, I speak to holistic psycholo