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Abel James Show
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Get cutting-edge insights from world-class leaders in health, fitness, longevity, entrepreneurship, music and brain science.
In-depth interviews with 400+ world-renowned experts including James Clear, Dr. Casey Means, Dr. Shawn Baker, Dr. Mark Hyman, Robb Wolf, Dr. Jack Kruse, Nir Eyal, Tony Horton, Dr. John Gray, Tim Ferriss, Lewis Howes, JP Sears, and many more.
Originally launched in 2012 with the tongue-in-cheek title, The Fat-Burning Man Show, this podcast hit #1 in Health in 8 countries with 100 million downloads and 4 independent media awards.
Featuring in-depth interviews with Professional Athletes, #1 Bestselling Authors, Entrepreneurs, Doctors, Touring Musicians, Comedians, Artists, and more, this podcast will dramatically change the way you think so you can achieve mastery in health and performance.
A leading voice in health and technology for more than a decade, Abel James has helped millions train like the masters and get in the best physical, mental, and spiritual shape of their lives.
Abel James is an OG Podcaster, New York Times Bestselling Author of “The Wild Diet,” and an award-winning Musician. He’s starred as a Celebrity Coach on ABC Television, in documentaries, and has been featured in People, Entertainment Tonight, Forbes, Fox News, and many other major media platforms and podcasts.
Get ready to explore a wide variety of topics to help you master your mindset and motivation, delving into mental health, circadian biology, mitochondrial health, peak performance optimization, and much more...
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How the Words You Sing Become the Life You Live with DPAK
1w ago01:27:27Tap to summarizeHave you ever done something just because you were told not to?Today we're here in the studio in Austin with a genre-defying force of nature. DPAK is a sonic visionary, a boundary-smashing artist, and speaker who ignites stages and earbuds around the globe. He’s performed with icons like Rihanna, India.Arie, and Jason Mraz. He writes and performs songs that mean something, and his art is living proof that, at its best, sound can set people free. Even more than that, DPAK is a rare artist who can drop a banger anthem at a festival, then cogently explain how inputs and outputs work, like a rogue systems engineer with a mischievous mind. If you're a deep and expansive thinker, you're going to dig this one. In this special in-person episode with DPAK, you'll hear: Why the “lone wolf” phase of the creative process is a mythHow censorship, self‑censorship, and propaganda shape what you think is possibleThe hidden power of sound, tuning, and mantras to change your physical, mental, and spiritual state—whether you “believe” in it or notWhy your playlist might secretly be eroding your self-esteem as you bob your headAnd much more...Find DPAK and his work at: Website: https://dpakworld.com/Instagram: @dpak.worldSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5gv5EPhOtWTHz3wlXtOEyE?si=9p0ZlguoQiibtjRYeElj4gFacebook: @DPAKWORLDYouTube: @DPAKWORLDX: @DPAK_WORLDTikTok: @dpakworldWe just got back from playing a show in Vegas, laying down new tracks for my new album, vocals, guitars, and even dusted off the old tenor sax and clarinet. And thanks to everyone who joined us for live music at Banger's in Austin, TX—you all rock!Stay tuned for many more live shows coming up. You can join the newsletter to stay up on upcoming events, podcasts and more goodies.We just released our new habits transformation app and our Club Wild community—check it out at wildrx.com. if you want to eliminate bad habits or install new ones, now is the time and we can help get you there. With 15 years coaching people all around the world to get in the best shape of their lives, we're here to help you get real results. Take your 2-minute personalization quiz to get started with the Wild Habits and save 20% off for a limited time.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Branch Basics – Go to BranchBasics.com/ABEL and save 15% off with our code ABEL
Transcribe →How to Feed Your Brain with Harvard-Trained Experts Dr. Srini and Dr. Uma
3w ago01:11:28Tap to summarizeDoes splurging on late-night takeout quietly rewire your brain like a drug?Are your nutritional choices building resilience and longevity, or quietly feeding inflammation, burnout, and creeping disease?If you’re done with extreme diet dogma and want a science-backed way to eat for your brain and your future—this one’s for you.In today’s special episode, I'm thrilled to be here with two incredible Harvard-Trained Doctors and dear friends: Dr. Srini Pillay, psychiatrist, brain scientist, and musician, and Dr. Uma Naidoo, a pioneering nutritional psychiatrist, chef, and best-selling author known for her “mood food” creations.In this episode with a couple of brilliant docs, you'll hear:How to enjoy treats like chocolate cake and hot dogs guilt-free without sending yourself into a shame spiralThe story of a patient who transformed his mental health by changing one daily habit before breakfastHow art, poetry, and music can rewire your brain and support longevity just as powerfully as diet and exerciseThe shocking truth about women’s health research, and how nutritional psychiatry is finally starting to close the gapDr. Uma, Srini and I are hosting in-person retreats coming up in the weeks and months ahead, and we'd love for you to join us.Longevity Retreat on Singer Island, FL (May 29 - 31, 2026)What: Self-Reinvention & Longevity Retreat with Dr. Srini Pillay, Dr. Uma Naidoo and Abel JamesWhen: May 29 - 31, 2026Where: Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island in Florida (3100 N Ocean Dr, Riviera Beach, FL 33404)Get Tickets: tickets and full scheduleWatch from anywhere: join onlineFind Dr. Srini Pillay and his work at: Join us for upcoming events and retreats: https://dspmedia.ai/jointhesociety/Join us online: https://dspmedia.ai/thesocietyonline/Website: https://drsrinipillay.com/Harvard Health Publishing: https://www.health.harvard.edu/authors/srini-pillay-mdLaw of Attraction Course: https://loacourse.drsrinipillay.com/Substack: https://drsrinipillay.substack.com/Medium: https://drsrinipillay.medium.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SriniPillayMD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsrinipillay/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsrinipillayFind Dr. Uma Naidoo and her work at: Join us for an in-person retreat: Longevity Retreat in FL (May 29 - 31, 2026)Website: https://umanaidoomd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidooFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrUmaNaidoo/X: https://x.com/drumanaidooLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/uma-naidoo-m-d-93813860/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dr.umanaidooYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drumanaidooHere's some exciting news. Just got back from Nashville laying down tracks for the new album with my dear friend Denny Hemingson, as well as going on tour for another show in Vegas, and coming up soon we have a brain reset and longevity retreat at Amrit Ocean Resorts and perhaps a live musical surprise with Dr. Srini and Dr. Uma. We'd love to see you at one of our upcoming events. To join in person or on a livestream, make sure to sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com, and I'll send you more details and a sweet little tasty gift, too. You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.And if you're looking to upgrade your habits and get transformative results without any newfangled peptides, pharmaceuticals, or other eye-wateringly expensive biohacking equipment, we have a brand new habits transformation app that's now available. Click here to get started with a 2-minute personalization quiz.This episode is brought to you by:MUD\WTR – Go to mudwtr.com/ABELJAMES and use the code ABELJAMES for a discount, plus free shipping and a free rechargeable frother.
Transcribe →Psychogenic Longevity: How Your Mindset Rewires Your Body with Dr. Srini Pillay
Apr 2301:11:48Tap to summarizeWhat if the most dangerous inflammation in your body actually starts in your mind? In this special two-part episode, I’m joined by my longtime friend and collaborator Dr. Srini Pillay. Srini is a multi-talented Harvard‑trained psychiatrist, author, musician, and pioneer of psychogenic longevity, and he's here with us to unpack the hidden connection between stress, inflammation, and how you actually live your life. Dr. Srini also wrote a musical and we've written quite a few songs together which we hope to share soon. Srini has spent years at the cutting edge of neuroscience and human potential, asking a very simple but revolutionary question: Can changing the way we think about stress and possibility actually transform our bodies and even how we age?In this episode, you'll hear: How to become anti-fragile by using stress to heal instead of harm your bodyThe real difference between self‑deprivation and self‑sabotage How harnessing the psychology of possibility can change the physical state of your bodyHow to reclaim the magic of being human as AI rapidly reshapes our world In this special episode, you'll also hear a bit more about how you can join our collaborative projects, events, and retreats at Amrit Ocean Resort with Dr. Srini Pillay. Find Dr. Srini Pillay and his work at: Join us for upcoming events and retreats: https://dspmedia.ai/jointhesociety/Join us online: https://dspmedia.ai/thesocietyonline/Website: https://drsrinipillay.com/Harvard Health Publishing: https://www.health.harvard.edu/authors/srini-pillay-mdLaw of Attraction Course: https://loacourse.drsrinipillay.com/Substack: https://drsrinipillay.substack.com/Medium: https://drsrinipillay.medium.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SriniPillayMD/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsrinipillay/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsrinipillayIf you'd like a brain reset retreat, perhaps with some surprise music, come join us on the beach in Florida with Harvard-trained doctors Dr. Srini Pillay and Dr. Uma Naidoo. Our first mind-expanding event will be taking place on May 29 - 31, 2026 at the Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island in Florida.If you enjoyed this conversation and are interested in connecting in person, uncovering ways to tap into the brain and create mindset shifts to live a life that exposes this magic to us, then please join us.We'd love to see you at one of our upcoming events.Also, stay tuned for part 2 of this podcast coming soon also featuring the wonderful Dr. Uma Naidoo. Here's some more exciting news. I just got back from Nashville laying down tracks for the new album with my dear friend Denny Hemingson, past guest of the show and longtime music director and guitar player for the Tim McGraw Band. We're listening to rough cuts of the tunes right now, and I'm stoked for you to hear it. Stay tuned.Also, come rock out with us live! We have more live shows coming up in Austin and I'm going on tour for another show in Vegas.To join in person or on a livestream, make sure to sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com and I'll send you more details and a sweet little surprise gift, too. And if you're looking to upgrade your habits and get transformative results without any newfangled peptides, pharmaceuticals, or other eye-wateringly expensive biohacking equipment, we have a brand new app launching soon, you'll be able to find our Club Wild community and brand new app at WildRx.com.Please take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Branch Basics – Go to BranchBasics.com/ABEL and save 15% off with our code ABEL
Transcribe →Rewire Your Brain using Flow States with Neuroscientist Dr. Lana Morrow
Apr 901:08:49Tap to summarizeIf light and sound rewire the brain, could targeted frequencies also help reverse trauma, concussion, and even Parkinson’s‑like symptoms?What if shamanic traditions, Native American lore, Vedic meditation, and modern brain science all point to the same solution?My guest today is Dr. Lana Bach-Morrow — a pioneering neuroscientist, inventor, CEO, and spiritual explorer who works with frequencies, light, and consciousness to heal the body, brain and spirit. After being knocked out and injured in a hit-and-run last year with serious post-concussion syndrome, I've completed several transformative sessions with Dr. Lana's brain-computer interface to help heal my brain.Her invention uses gamified light, sound and frequency to help achieve flow states, calm the amygdala (which often over-fires and locks us into fight-or-flight), and heal and regenerate pathways in the brain and nervous system. In addition to rapidly improving my coordination and reflexes, the most remarkable effect I've experienced so far is a dramatic increase in REM sleep and dream recall. She's definitely onto something. In this episode, you're about to discover:What it means to treat neurology and spirituality as a single living system instead of two separate worldsThe difference between music played for money and healing music played from the heartIn a world drowning in noise, manipulation and fear, why authenticity is the “currency of the future” Why some places instantly calm your nervous system while others feel like you’re sitting in a microwaveAnd more...Find Dr. Lana Bach-Morrow and her work at: Website: ThinkInterfaces.comInstagram: @drlanamorrow If you want to keep in touch about the exciting events coming up soon, I've got live shows, music, and speaking gigs in Austin, Nashville, Las Vegas, Florida and many more. If you'd like to join in the fun at an upcoming show, in-person event, or join upcoming livestreams from wherever you may be, make sure to sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com. If you're looking to level-up your health, I encourage you also to join our social media-free community, Club Wild, and upcoming gamified coaching app launch at WildRx.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:MUD\WTR – Go to mudwtr.com/ABELJAMES and use the code ABELJAMES to save up to 43% off your starter kit, plus free shipping and a free rechargeable frother.
Transcribe →How to Create High-Performing, High-Trust Teams with Dr. Colin Fisher
Mar 2601:01:19Tap to summarizeHave you ever sat in a pointless meeting wondering, "what am I even doing here?'Imagine if meeting up with fellow humans felt less like a slow-motion train wreck… and more like a great jam session—where everyone’s locked in, connected, and creating something truly inspirational none of you could have created alone.Some call this concept the mastermind, when your group becomes more than the sum of its parts, creating something altogether much more expansive and, at its best, transcendent. On today’s show, we’re here with Dr. Colin Fisher, professor, jazz trumpet player, and author of The Collective Edge, talking about the real science of group dynamics, creativity, and leadership. Dr. Fisher has spent his career studying why some teams become far more than the sum of their parts… while others spiral into dysfunction, groupthink, and soul‑sucking meetings that could have easily been an email.If you’ve ever watched a brilliant team of superstars underperform and fail spectacularly, this conversation will give you a totally new lens on how human dynamics actually work, and how to build teams that launch you into the stratosphere.In this episode, we dig into:How to handle the person who sucks all the air out of the room (without making it personal)Why 60% of a team’s performance is decided before the first meeting even happensWhat jazz improvisation can teach us about flow, trust, and spontaneous collaboration at workWhy the “lone genius” is a myth of marketingWhy we desperately need to talk about what AI is already doing to our teamsAnd much more..Find Dr. Colin Fisher and his work at: Website: ColinMFisher.comBook: The Collective Edge: Unlocking the Secret Power of GroupsSubstack: https://colinmfisher.substack.com/ Instagram: @ColinMFisherInstagram: @TrumpetFisherYouTube: @DrColinMFisherLinkedIn: @ColinMFisherPlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Tonum Health – Go to Tonum.com/WILD and punch in code WILD for 10 % off your first order.
Transcribe →Why Trying to Calm Down is Stressing You Out with Dr. Rebecca Heiss
Mar 1201:02:55Tap to summarizeFeeling a little stressed lately? You're certainly not alone. Counterintuitively, instead of beating yourself up for not being able to calm down and eliminate stress altogether, consciously taking on more stress can actually make you perform better. It's strange but true: "When you need something done, give it to a busy person." Stress doesn't need to paralyze you or bowl you over, it's a natural energy that can be directed and used to your advantage. The problem is that our ancient brains can't keep up with modern threats. As our guest puts it: tigers of the savanna have transformed into a snarling inbox. Since avoiding stress is impossible, what if we stopped trying to "reduce stress" and instead learned to open the floodgates, harnessing our natural energy to use stress as a source of strength, focus and momentum?In this age of unprecedented technological change and and crippling career insecurity, how can we conquer fear and regain clarity and confidence in the face of uncertainty? Today we're here with Dr. Rebecca Heiss, a stress physiologist, researcher, keynote speaker, and author of the new book Springboard. Her work has been called transformative by the National Science Foundation, and after this episode, you’ll understand why.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why telling a stressed out person to calm down is the worst possible thing you can doWhy stress management workshops make us more stressedHow rugged individualism is fueling a stress epidemic, especially for menWhy adults desperately need more play, community, and shared challenge — and how that protects your brainWhy we’re more afraid of snakes, spiders, and public speaking than the tiny daily choices that quietly steal years off our livesAnd much more...If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in your own head, this conversation will help you see stress in a totally different light — not as something to escape, but as natural energy you can channel and direct to launch you to the next level of success. Find Dr. Rebecca Heiss and her work at: Website: RebeccaHeiss.comBook: SpringboardFacebook: @drrebeccaheissX: @DrRebeccaHeissInstagram: @drrebeccaheissYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO3XmakQmJX0z0TbSfr3aggLinkedIn: @rebeccaheissPlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Tonum Health – Go to Tonum.com/WILD and punch in code WILD for 10 % off your first order.MUD/WTR - Go to mudwtr.com and use code ABELJAMES to save 43% off your order with free shipping, plus a free rechargeable frother gift.
Transcribe →Why Future-Oriented Pharmacists Prescribe Deadlifts with Dr. Jae Koonce
Feb 2600:57:46Tap to summarizeWhy do we wait until it's almost too late to take our health seriously? If you've ever experienced a rock bottom moment, you know it can be a powerful catalyst to take radical ownership over your life and your results. This weeks guest suggests that your health and physique is your “proof of work”—visible, undeniable evidence of your daily routines and values.Today, we're here with Dr. Jae Koonce, PharmD, certified personal trainer, Bitcoiner, and founder of Proof of Work Fitness. Jae is one of a kind—he's as comfortable leading advanced mobility drills in a pharmacy picnic as he is whipping up squirrel stew deep in the woods. Along those lines, what's the weirdest thing you've ever eaten?Mine is probably guinea pig in Peru (scrumptious), random fried crickets and bugs in Thailand (not recommended), or maybe the toughest old bear meat on earth from the backwoods in New Hampshire (not for the faint of heart).But when it comes to hunting and cooking wild game, this week's guest might just teach you how to survive the zombie apocalypse in style. In this episode, you'll discover:How to design your life to show up day after day, especially when things get toughHow to treat health as a compounding investment and dollar-cost-average your workouts by taking one small, consistent step at a timeWhy community is a superpower and surrounding yourself with goal-driven people accelerates transformationWhy tiny habits create an enormous change in your trajectoryAnd much more...Jae’s journey is as honest and actionable as it gets. Get ready for the kind of no-excuses inspiration that just might get you moving by the end of the show. Find Dr. Jae Koonce and his work at: Website: https://www.proofofwork.fit/Proof of Work Fitness App on apple and androidInstagram: @proofofworkfitnessLinkedIn: @pharmacistjeremiahkooncePlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:Tonum Health – Go to Tonum.com/WILD and punch in code WILD for 10 % off your first order.
Transcribe →The Art and Science of Sexual Communication with Dr. Nicole McNichols
Feb 1201:16:17Tap to summarizeHave you ever wondered how much of your happiness comes down to what you were conditioned to believe about sex? Sexual pleasure isn’t a guilty indulgence: science shows that prioritizing pleasure can build resilience, improve creativity, bolster overall health, and even enhance longevity.I’m joined by Dr. Nicole McNichols, author of You Could Be Having Better Sex and the celebrated University of Washington professor whose course on human sexuality draws many thousands of curious minds every year. In fact, her groundbreaking class, “The Diversity of Human Sexuality,” is the most popular course in University of Washington history.If you’ve ever felt like something was missing—from your relationships, your pleasure, or even your self-image—you won’t want to miss this one. We're going to challenge deep-rooted beliefs about sex, and what you’re about to hear just might change the way you think about human connection, pleasure, and your relationships.In this episode, you'll discover:Why most of what you believe about sex is probably wrongWhy the longest-lived people in the world in blue zones have lots of sexHow to master sexual communicationHow technologies like AI and virtual reality could affect the future of human sexual experienceand much more...Find Dr. Nicole McNichols and her work at: Website: https://nicolethesexprofessor.comBook: "You Could Be Having Better Sex" by Nicole McNichols, PhDInstagram: @nicole_thesexprofessorTikTok: @nicole_thesexprofessorLinkedIn: Nicole McNicholsAs I research and write my new book about longevity, one of the most important points to understand is that connection to fellow humans is perhaps the most critical factor for living a long and healthy life. If you want to improve your health and your life, it's crucial to surround yourself with experienced folks who know how to get real results; people who truly want the best for you and will keep you accountable when things get tough. So my wife Alyson and I are hosting gamified transformation challenges where health nuts like us can level-up and get life-changing results together. For the next 5 days only, join the 14-Day Eat Wild Challenge with done-for-you meal plan, gamified rewards, micro-quests, short videos and a big giveaway at the end. The challenge kicks off Tues, Feb 17. Join the fun at WildRx.com/challengePlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:14-Day Eat Wild Challenge – Go to WildRx.com/challenge and start the challenge with us on Tue, Feb 17 Tonum Health – Go to Tonum.com/WILD and punch in code WILD for 10 % off your first order.Bubs Naturals – Go to BubsNaturals.com and enter code ABEL to snag 20 % off your entire order.
Transcribe →Why "Unhinged Habits" are the Key to Your Dream Life with Jonathan Goodman
Jan 3001:05:23Tap to summarizeAre you living YOUR definition of success, or someone else’s? Today we’re here with Jonathan Goodman: an entrepreneur, coach and author who’s lived everywhere, failed forward, and let curiosity chart his course. Traveling the world for 13 years, Jonathan's journey across continents and careers has led him to rethink not just what it means to succeed, but how to find joy in every season of life. Together, we’ll uproot old ideas of ambition, explore why true friends might be “useless” to your goals, and discover just how much richer life gets when you focus your energy on what truly matters instead of approval-seeking and living on autopilot. In this episode, you'll discover:Why daring to travel the world builds adaptability and resilience in familiesHow to prioritize personal fulfillment over external validation and approvalWhy designing your life around seasons improves everythingAnd much more...Find Jonathan Goodman and his work at: Website: https://www.theptdc.com/Book: Unhinged Habits: A Counterintuitive Guide for Humans to Have More by Doing LessMore Books by Jonathan Goodman: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jonathan-Goodman/author/B007V2QK18?ccs_id=249712d9-26df-4449-905a-b379db98763dSubstack: Diary of a Book LaunchSubstack: @itscoachgoodmanPodcast: The Obvious Choice with Jonathan GoodmanInstagram: @itscoachgoodmanX: @itscoachgoodmanFacebook: @jonathan.goodman101LinkedIn: @jon-goodmanYouTube: @JonathanGoodmanCoachIf you become the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with, why not use that to your advantage?If you're ready to commit to getting the best results of your life this year, don't wait. Join the 14-Day Eat Wild Challenge and claim your Early Bird savings of 37% off when you sign-up by Thurs, Feb 5th. Come join the party.Just visit https://www.wildrx.com/challengePlease take a moment to make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts, and to stay up-to-date, sign up for my newsletter at AbelJames.com.You can also join Substack as a free or paid member for ad-free episodes of this show, to comment on each episode, and to hit me up in the DM’s. Join at abeljames.substack.com. And if you’re feeling generous, write a quick review for the Abel James Show on Apple or Spotify. You rock.This episode is brought to you by:14-Day Eat Wild Challenge – Go to WildRx.com/challenge and save $30 off when you join by Feb 5, 2026.Tonum Health – Go to Tonum.com/WILD and punch in code WILD for 10 % off your first order.
Transcribe →Drop Emotional Baggage and Smash Through Mental Blocks with Dr. Bradley Nelson
Jan 1501:05:57Tap to summarizeDid you know that your heart has a brain?In fact, there are more connections running from the heart to the brain than from the brain to the heart! (Think about that for a second.)We've all heard the expression "dying of a broken heart." It may sound hard to believe, but the phenomenon is quite real. Unresolved emotions like grief, anger, or fear can quietly build pressure in the body and contribute to issues like high blood pressure, heart rhythm problems, and worse. The hidden strain of emotional pains of the past affect the physical health of the heart, taking a toll over a lifetime of real and imagined stressors. Your emotional health is a direct input into your physical health. So before you ignore your body and reflexively say "I'm fine," now is a good time to take a deep breath, check in with yourself for a moment and ask, "how do I feel in my heart?"When we're hurt physically or emotionally, our body and nervous system naturally engage guarding mechanisms. In the wild, injured animals withdraw from socializing and normal tasks and hide until they're healed. But in humans, the fight, flight, and freeze response can go haywire. Our fragile nervous systems face a constant barrage of unnatural, overstimulating modern stressors that eat away at our health, vitality, and sanity.When natural healing processes are interrupted, we can develop subconscious maladaptive patterns of avoidance, isolation, and lack of connection. This incomplete healing can feel like you're not fully alive or not fully present, yet also completely overwhelmed. (After getting my bell rung pretty good recently in a hit-and-run car wreck, I can say I've been there myself.) After a lifetime of struggles, you might not feel not quite so free, open, and alive as a child chasing butterflies in the backyard. So how can you create the life you dream about when your energy is being drained by the emotional baggage?How can we build profound connections with people we care about if our hearts are shuttered behind protective defensive emotions?The paradox is that pain and struggle actually shape us into the people we're meant to become. Some even call it the human condition. This week's guest offers that our trials may even serve a divine purpose.No matter what life has in store for us, the good news is that the human body has a remarkable (and often miraculous) ability to heal. This week's guest has helped millions of souls across the world do just that. Dr. Bradley Nelson is a renowned Holistic Physician, father of 8, husband of 44 years, bestselling author of multiple books including his latest The Heart Code, and a visionary thought leader in root cause healing and personal transformation. He's here to help us drop the emotional baggage and smash through the mental blocks that prevent you from living your best life.In this episode with Dr. Nelson, you'll discover:How to identify and drop maladaptive subconscious patternsHow clearing trapped emotions restores our body’s natural healing intelligenceWhy trapped emotions create patterns of limitation that seem impossible to break (and what to do about it)How to show up unguarded and authentic, feeling fully aliveAnd more...Find Dr. Bradley Nelson and his work at: Website: DrBradleyNelson.comWebsite: DiscoverHealing.comBooks: The Heart Code, The Emotion Code, The Body Code, The Belief CodeFacebook: @DrBradleyNelsonX: @DrBradleyNelson Instagram: @OfficialDrBradleyNelsonYouTube: @DrBradleyNelsonLinkedIn: @DrBradleyNelsonBig news! We just launched our brand new membership club where you can level up with fellow aspiring and veteran health nuts like us. It's called Club Wild, and it's finally ready for you. 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