Why You're ALWAYS Anxious & How To Instantly Calm Your Mind | Ariel Garten

Ariel Garten is a neuroscientist, former psychotherapist, and co-founder of Muse, the brain-sensing EEG headband trusted by over half a million users. She’s passionate about revolutionizing brain health through technology, and her work has helped improve meditation, sleep, and stress management. Ariel is a sought-after speaker and has been featured in top media outlets like CNN, Forbes, and The New York Times. Today on the show we discuss: why your anxiety is a symptom and not a flaw, how to reduce anxiety in the short term and long term, simple ways to calm your regulate your nervous system, why understanding the mind-body connection is so important for your mental health, how to protect yourself from unnecessary anxiety, what must happen in order to master anxiety for good and much more. Give Muse a try and get 15% off your device: https://choosemuse.com/doug ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. Doug Bopst and The Adversity Advantage podcast does not endorse or support the claims of any guests and strongly encourages all viewers and listeners to do their own due diligence before buying products or supporting brands discussed by guests on the show. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Terri Cole is a licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert, author and podcast host. Today on the show we discuss: red flag phrases that narcissists and manipulators commonly use, why great people stay stuck in toxic relationships, early signs that you are dating someone toxic, how narcissists secretly manipulate you, what you can do to take your power back, why conflict in relationships is actually healthy, and much more. Today's sponsor: Vitali Skincare Get 20% off ⁠Vitali Skincare⁠ by using code "Doug" at checkout ⁠https://www.vitaliskincare.com/ ⁠ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Get 20% off ⁠Vitali Skincare⁠ by using code "Doug" at checkout ⁠https://www.vitaliskincare.com/ ⁠ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kip Fulks is the co-founder of Under Armour, the Founder of Big Truck Farms and the Owner of Bushwhack adventures. He’s known for his no BS advice on life and business. Today on the show we discuss: the surprising reason that successful people often feel miserable, brutal truths that you need to hear about life and change, why listening to podcasts could actually hurt your progress, the thing that matters way more than motivation when it comes to real transformation, Kip’s unfiltered  thoughts on Under Armour, why your environment is so important for becoming the person you want to be and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Jeffrey Bland is a personable and highly respected thought leader who has spent more than four decades focused on the improvement of human health. He is known worldwide as the founder of the Functional Medicine movement, which represents his vision for a care model that is grounded in systems biology and informed by research that he has a unique ability to synthesize.  Today on the show we discuss: how to turn your body into a fat burning machine, top foods to eat for fat loss and mitochondrial health, why you aren’t losing weight even if you’re doing everything right, lifestyle habits for maintaining your weight and overall health, how your gut microbiome can control fat loss, Dr. Bland’s thoughts on intermittent fasting and much more.  Today's sponsor: ⁠Timeline Nutrition⁠ Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 20% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to https://www.timeline.com/doug⁠ and use code DOUG to get 20% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anna Runkle (also known as “The Crappy Childhood Fairy”) is a content creator, author and trauma recovery expert. Today on the show we discuss: the hidden effects of childhood trauma, signs you may not have resolved things from your past, practical steps for getting your life back together, how to regulate your emotions in real time, how to find real friends and improve your personal relationships, what “limerence” means and why people fall into this common trap and much more.  Today's sponsor: ⁠Vitali Skincare⁠ Get 20% off ⁠Vitali Skincare⁠ Use code "Doug" at checkout ⁠https://www.vitaliskincare.com/⁠ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Yasmin Hurd is the Director of the Addiction Institute within the Mount Sinai Behavioral Health System as well as the Ward Coleman Chair of Translational Neuroscience and Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York. Dr. Hurd is an internationally renowned neuroscientist whose translational research examines the neurobiology of drug abuse and related psychiatric disorders. Her research exploring the neurobiological effects of cannabis and heroin has significantly shaped the field. Using multidisciplinary research approaches, her research has provided unique insights into the impact of developmental cannabis exposure and epigenetic mechanisms underlying the drug’s protracted effects into adulthood and even across generations. Dr. Hurd’s basic science research is complemented by clinical laboratory investigations evaluating the therapeutic potential of novel science-based strategies for the treatment of opioid addiction and related psychiatric disorders including pioneering work with cannabidiol. Based on these high impact accomplishments and her advocacy of drug addiction education and health, Dr. Hurd was inducted into both the National Academy of Medicine and the National Academy of Science, complementing other honors she has received in the field. Today on the show we discuss: how high potency THC changes the brain, why today’s weed is much stronger than it used to be, the shocking medical risks of using marijuana (besides damaging your mental health), the surprising truth about what weed withdrawal looks like, why people deny their addiction to cannabis, what life can look like after quitting weed and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Teo Soleymani MD, FAAD, FACMS is a Double Board-Certified Dermatologist who specializes in skin cancer and reconstructive surgery.  Today on the show we discuss: the biggest things that can accelerate your risk for skin cancer, steps you can take to take back control of your skin, how to deal with loose skin and hair loss, signs your skin is at risk for disease, a minimalist skincare routine you can use, his thoughts on the sun and sunscreen and much more.  Today's sponsor: Vitali Skincare Get 20% off Vitali Skincare Use code "Doug" at checkout https://www.vitaliskincare.com/ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dennis Vetrano is a divorce lawyer and content creator.  Today on the show we discuss: The top habits that doom relationships, The root cause of infidelity (why its not just physical) The power of small daily habits for maintaining intimacy Tips for healthy conflict and communication The truth about prenups, How to navigate divorce without damaging your kids lives And much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Debbi Barber is a highly successful entrepreneur and co-founder of the innovative Vitali Regenerative Skin Care company. Terry Barber is an entrepreneur, former motivational speaker and the co-founder of Vitali Regenerative Skin Care company. Today on the show we discuss: The power of copper peptides and skincare for aging Debbi and Terry's health transformations, Their emotional and purpose driven motivation behind building their business Challenges they faced while building a business as a couple Lifestyle tips for healthy aging Practical skincare advice And much more. Get 20% off Vitali Skincare Use code "Doug" at checkout https://www.vitaliskincare.com/ ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Campbell is a Professor of Exercise Science and Director of the Performance and Physique Enhancement Laboratory at the University of South Florida. He earned my Ph.D. in Exercise, Nutrition, and Preventive Health from Baylor University i 2007, Bill has published over 200 scientific papers and abstracts, three textbooks, and 20 book chapters in areas related to physique enhancement, sports nutrition, resistance training, and dietary supplementation. Today on the show we discuss: the most simplest and effective way to build muscle, how to burn fat and build muscle at the same time, the best way to do a "body recomposition," why you must do cardio if you want to have a world class physique, the macronutrient that is still king for fat loss, why too much volume can be detrimental, common fitness myths that need to be busted and much more. Today's sponsor: Fresh-Pressed Olive Oil Club Get high quality olive oil for just $1: https://www.getfreshdoug.com ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices