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Makes Sense - with Dr. JC Doornick
Hosted by Dr. JC Doornick "The Dragon" · EN
Hello and welcome to Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick. We discuss the things that make you go "Hmm?" — the most pressing topics of contemplation in your mind as you interface with the reality of your day-to-day life. Are you open, curious, and ready to solve the mysteries of why stuff happens? Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses.
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Why "Choosing Yourself" Might Mean Losing Your Family with Dr. Sherrie Campbell - E165
Apr 2801:06:40Summary readyWhy "Choosing Yourself" Might Mean Losing Your FamilyWhat if the people who were supposed to protect you… are the very people you need protection from? In this powerful episode of Makes Sense, Dr. JC Doornick sits down with trauma expert and bestselling author Dr. Sherrie Campbell to tackle one of the most taboo conversations in healing: when choosing your peace means walking away from your family. Together, they explore the controversial truth that not all parents are safe, loving, or healthy—and why the pressure to maintain toxic family ties can keep people trapped in cycles of pain, guilt, and emotional homelessness. Dr. Sherrie breaks down why “No Contact” is not punishment, but protection… how to grieve the loss of the “family fantasy”… and why forgiveness does not require reconciliation. They also dive into the powerful message behind her new book, You Are Home, and what it means to stop searching for safety in others and begin building a true sense of home within yourself. If you’ve ever been told “but they’re family” while your nervous system was screaming otherwise… this conversation may give you the permission to finally choose yourself. #NoContact #FamilyEstrangement #DrSherrieCampbell #HealingTrauma #Boundaries #SelfPreservation #MakesSense Connect With Dr. Sherrie > You Are Home Book: https://amzn.to/48q3nJH > Website: https://drsherriecampbell.com > IG and X: @dr.sherrie Dr. JC Doornick Links: Web - www.makessensebook.com YT - / @drjcdoornick IG - / @drjcdoornick FB - / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 4:15 - What I like about Dr. Sherrie 5:30 - What’s it like to be Dr. Sherrie Campbell These Days? 7:55 - No Contact as an option with your parents. 12:31 - The Stage After Estrangement - Integration 15:27 - The Myth of the Good Parent and Emotional Location Analogy 23:09 - Why do people stay i toxic relationships? 30:16 - At what point does healing require a betrayal of who you used to be? 32:49 - A new way to view Authenticity 33:46 - Emotional Homelessness 37:44 - What's the difference between true healing and learning how to better tolerate BS? 40:06 - What about boundaries? 48:27 - How do people deal with the Societal Shaming Aspect of this? 53:55 - Who is your new book “You Are Home” for? 58:39 - Is the juice worth the squeeze? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Secret Map to Your Life: Why Nothing is Random - E164
Apr 2400:34:58Summary readyDo you ever feel like your life is a series of random events that don’t make sense? In this episode of Makes Sense, Dr. JC Doornick introduces a powerful framework called The Crazy Wall—a visual tool designed to help you connect the dots of your past, understand your life story, and uncover the deeper meaning behind your experiences. By shifting from judgment to curiosity, you’ll learn how to identify life patterns, gain mental clarity, and begin finding your purpose. This episode explores how every challenge, including past trauma, may have been shaping you for what’s next. If you’ve been feeling stuck or searching for answers, this perspective will help you reframe your past, reclaim your power, and move forward with clarity. Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - The Secret Map to Your Life: Why Nothing Is Random 4:59 - The Cray Wall 7:10 - Trying to understand our life while standing inside of it? 11:30 - A detective of your own life 12:36 - Connecting the Dots 17:36 - It's all good - Awakening Statement from Live Listener @JamSessionsWithTina 20:59 - Crazy Wall / Lifeline Exercise 26:47 - We begin to see patterns in our lives. 29:40 - @Bathrobeguy from YouTube shares insight on suffering Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Stop "Feeling Your Age": The Truth About Your Energy w/ Dr. Darshan Shah - E163
Apr 2100:55:52Summary readyAre you tired of being told your low energy, "brain fog," and stubborn weight are "just part of getting older"? In this episode, Dr. JC Doornick and Dr. Darshan Shah (founder of Next Health) break down why the standard medical system waits for you to get sick—and how you can start winning right now. We’re moving past "sick care" and into a world where you are the CEO of your own body. Learn the simple shifts in your daily habits that can clear your mind, protect your heart, and help you actually enjoy your future. No confusing medical talk—just a clear roadmap for anyone aged 40–60 who wants to feel like themselves again. #HealthyAging #EnergyFix #DrDarshanShah #Longevity #FeelYounger Connect with Dr. Shah: > Website - www.darshanshah.com IG: @darshanshahmd Resources: > Free BioMarkers Download: www.drshah.com/biomarkers > Next Health Centers: Next-Health.com Dr. JC Doornick Links: Web - www.makessensebook.com YT - / @drjcdoornick IG - / @drjcdoornick FB - / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:53 - Welcome, Dr. Darshan Shah 6:39 - What did you notice about healthcare that made you want to move upstream? 10:15 - Why don’t they teach practicing what you preach in Med School? 15:51 - What was the vision of Next Health? What is Longevity Medicine? 18:49 - How can someone feel terrible when their lab work falls within “Normal Range?” 21:13 - Becoming the CEO of your Health. 23:03 - What are the most important Bio-Markers to know? 26:31 - What is the difference between a chronological age and a biological age? 29:12 - MEDICINE 4.0 37:02 - What happens in your body when your internal battery starts running low 43:00 - The Ups and Downs of GLP-1 Meds 47:38 - What do the next 10 years of healthcare look like Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How to Stop Cravings Before They Start: 4 Simple Steps - E162
Apr 1700:41:16Summary readyDo you wake up committed to your health, only to find yourself reaching for snacks by midday? It isn’t a lack of willpower—it’s "food noise." In this episode, Dr. JC Doornick reveals the hidden biological triggers that hijack your brain and how you can reclaim control. Learn why your brain makes decisions before you even realize it and how the "Interface Response System" can help you stay the shotcaller of your life. We dive into why big food and big pharma want you to feel out of control and how to use the power of the "Pause" to stay aligned with your goals. Stop being a victim of your biology and start making choices that actually make sense for your future. #FoodNoise #WeightLossTips #Willpower #HealthyHabits #MindsetMatters Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 3:17 - I am not an expert, I am just sharing my observations and experiences 7:08 - How to stop cravings before they start - The Voice of Food Noise 11:35 - Food Noise - The Negotiation that pulls you away from yourself 14:01 - Why do we make clear decisions in the morning and then fall off later in the day? 20:16 - 85-90% of decisions are driven by our subconscious mind. 22:06 - GLP-1 Craze 27:07 - Dr. Casey Means and Metabolic Mastery 32:40 - The 4 Step IRS to win the war against food noise Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Why Your "True Self" is Holding You Back (The Alter Ego Effect) - E161
Apr 1401:07:03Summary readyWhat if the biggest thing holding you back… is the version of you that you’re trying so hard to be? In this episode of Makes Sense, Dr. JC Doornick sits down with performance coach Todd Herman to challenge one of the most common ideas in personal growth—the pursuit of your “true self.” Instead of endlessly trying to fix flaws or overcome fear, Todd introduces the Alter Ego Effect, a powerful, research-backed framework used by elite athletes, top performers, and high-level CEOs to step into an identity that performs when it matters most. This conversation dives into the neuroscience of cognitive priming, self-distancing, and symbolic embodiment—revealing how consciously designed identities can override hesitation, quiet internal interference, and unlock confidence on demand. You’ll discover why authenticity, as it’s commonly understood, can actually keep people stuck, and how creating a performance identity allows you to operate at your highest level without being weighed down by doubt or pressure. We also explore what this means in today’s rapidly evolving world, where AI is taking over logic-based tasks, and the real human edge lies in intuition, leadership, and emotional control. Whether you’re building a business, navigating uncertainty, or simply trying to close the gap between your potential and your performance, this episode offers a practical and transformative approach to showing up differently—on demand. If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do but can’t seem to execute when it counts… this shift might be the one that finally makes sense. Connect With Todd: Official Website: https://toddherman.me Book: https://amzn.to/4vqYN7O Instagram: @todd_herman Dr. JC Doornick Links: Web - www.makessensebook.com YT - / @drjcdoornick IG - / @drjcdoornick FB - / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 2:20 - What's it like to be Todd Herman these Days 5:37 - What is the Alter Ego Effect 10:54 - We don’t rise to our goals, we perform to the level of our identity 17:41 - Uniqueness with Dragons and Kobe Bryant 22:41 - How Being Authentic Can Hold You Back? 38:12 - Symbolic Embodiment 40:03 - Enclothed Cognition- Totems and Artifacts 49:00 - What role does the Alter Ego play in the advancement of AI? 54:26 - Top 4 mindset shifts to move into action 59:58 - What is the ultimate goal of the Alter Ego? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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The Secret to a Quiet Mind in a Noisy World - E160
Apr 1000:32:46Summary readyDo you feel like your mind is always racing? In this episode, Dr. JC Doornick explains how to stop overthinking and reclaim your focus in a world designed to distract you. We dive into why trying to "quiet" the noise never works and what you should do instead to find peace. Learn how to stop letting social media, opinions, and constant notifications control your mood and your life. Stop wasting your emotional energy on things that don't bring you joy or success. We explore simple, everyday habits to help you filter out the junk and focus on the "signals" that actually lead to a better life. If you're tired of feeling mentally scattered and want to finally take back control of your attention, this conversation is for you. #Overthinking #PeaceOfMind #FocusTips #DrJCDoornick #MakesSense Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:38 - The Secret to a Quiet Mind in A noisy World 5:55 - Everything begins with a Hmmm? 10:50 - How do i quiet a noisy mind in a world that never shuts up? 13:16 - Noise doesn’t require your permission to show up. 19:27 - Let’s give the voice in your head a name. 22:42 - Noise only becomes noise when you agree that it matters Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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How to Rewrite the Beliefs Trapping You with Nir Eyal - E159
Apr 700:53:28Summary readyWhat if the limits you believe about your life… aren’t actually true? In this episode of Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick, New York Times bestselling author Nir Eyal returns to unpack the core ideas behind his latest book, Beyond Belief. Known for Hooked and Indistractable, Nir now turns his focus to the deepest layer of human behavior, the beliefs that shape how we see reality itself. We explore why the brain operates as a prediction machine, how feelings can mislead us when mistaken for facts, and why overthinking often reinforces the very patterns we’re trying to escape. Nir breaks down how many of our beliefs aren’t actually ours—but inherited, rehearsed, and rarely questioned. Dr. JC introduces the concept of becoming a Free Thinker, someone willing to stay open, remain curious, and not be immediately attached to their beliefs—and together they examine both the power and the potential downside of that mindset. You’ll also learn practical tools like Nir’s third-person technique for interrupting negative thought loops, and how to begin rewriting the internal “software” that’s quietly running your life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or limited by your own thinking, this conversation will challenge you to ask a better question: Is this actually true… or is it just a belief I’ve never questioned? Watch until the end to learn a simple technique you can use immediately to break rumination and take control of your attention. Connect With Nir Eyal: Beyond Belief: https://amzn.to/41hgzg4 Website: https://www.nirandfar.com/ IG: @nireyal Dr. JC Doornick Links: Website - www.makessensebook.com YT - / @drjcdoornick IG - / @drjcdoornick FB - / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:42 - What I like about Nir Eyal 3:07 - What's it like to be Nir Ayal These Days? 5:40 - The Power Of Beliefs - Curing Chronic Pain - Hypno-sedation 10:05 - Do we need to believe in ourselves in order to take action? 15:37 - The space between fact and faith. 19:20 - Where do beliefs come from 23:04 - Inquiry-Based Stress Reduction - The Turn Around 30:20 - What does it take for someone to decide to challenge their beliefs? 38:14 - Is there danger in believing you can do anything you put your mind to? 42:14 - Inherited Beliefs and Prayer 47:12 - FreeThinker 51:08 - Rewriting Beliefs Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Stop Overthinking - The Simple Secret to Mental Freedom - E158
Apr 301:02:56Summary readyDo you ever wish you could just hit 'mute' on your own thoughts for five minutes? We’ve been conditioned to think that if we're thinking it, it must be true... but the truth is, your brain is just a suggestion box. You don't have to agree with anything it says. Stick with me, because in this video, I’m sharing a simple, 'mind-blowing' question that shuts down stress instantly. It’s time to stop letting your mind run the show and start being the person in charge. Let’s make sense of it. Resources: - The Shining of Being by Rupert Spira - https://amzn.to/4sHyZT2 Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:58 - The Thought Thunderstorm 4:26 - Rupert Spira 5:51 - Challenge on my sexuality from the live audience interaction. 8:54 - You Be Gooning? Hmmm? Live Interaction 10:55 - The Uninvited Guest 13:56 - Breaking News I Don’t Care 17:16 - The Goal is to stop automatically believing 22:28 - The Shift from automatically reacting to the Pause 25:16 - Thoughts don’t Need Your Permission to Show Up, but they need your participation to stay. 29:00 - The Bridge into Awareness Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Why AI Needs Your Creativity to Scale with John Lee - E157
Mar 3101:02:41Summary readyEveryone is talking about AI… but almost no one is talking about the one thing that actually matters: Creative Direction. In this episode of Makes Sense, Dr. JC Doornick sits down with John Lee—one of the leading voices in Human-Centric AI Strategy and author of Money Unlocked—to break down what it really takes to thrive in the age of automation. If you’ve been feeling the pressure to “keep up” with AI, worried about losing your voice, or wondering how to stand out in a sea of predictable, soulless content… this conversation will shift everything. Together, they explore the concept of the Creative-AI Bridge, the power of becoming the Chief Visionary, and the game-changing framework John calls the Visionary Handoff—where humans lead with vision, and AI executes with precision. You’ll discover how to maintain Authenticity at Scale, protect your creative identity, and leverage AI not as a replacement… but as your personal production house. This isn’t about using AI better.It’s about becoming someone AI can actually amplify. Because in 2026, the creators who win won’t be the fastest… They’ll be the ones who know what’s worth creating. Connect With John Lee: Money Unlocked: www.moneyunlocked.com IG: @john_lee_official Dr. JC Doornick Links: Website - www.makessensebook.com YT - / @drjcdoornick IG - / @drjcdoornick FB - / @makessensepodcast Makes Sense Book - https://tinyurl.com/makessensepurchase MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:18 - Welcome 2:30 - Only 5 things you need to know about AI 5:28 - Speed Loves Money 9:01 - 2026 is the Creative Direction over the Content Phase 14:14 - We need to train AI like we train employees. 15:37 - The 5 Levels of AI 20:09 - Are you talking to AI Avatars without knowing it? 20:56 - Maintaining Authenticity at Scale 25:41 - The Human touch is the new gold. 31:46 - The Elite Creator Advantage with AI? 25:08 The Workflow Breakdown 39:49 - We have to look at AI as an incredible tool 43:02 - Money Unlocked - The Book 45:51 - The three parts to making money 50:49 - The Freedom Number 52:53 - What is the ethical responsibility of the creator 58:28 - What is one thing from your personal life you will never give over to AI? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Freethinker - The Mindset Shift for Instant Mental Clarity - E156
Mar 2700:29:28Summary readyWhat if the key to mental clarity isn’t knowing more—but resisting the urge to know too quickly? In this episode, Dr. JC Doornick explores the idea of becoming a “Freethinker” through the simple yet powerful “Hmmm” pause—Haven’t Made Up My Mind. Inspired by insights from Nir Eyal and grounded in the Interface Response System (Perceive, Pause, Process, Proceed), this conversation challenges the modern pressure to rush into certainty and instead invites you into a space of curiosity, cognitive flexibility, and emotional precision. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, reactive, or stuck in your thinking, this episode offers a practical mindset shift to help you slow down, see more clearly, and respond with intention instead of impulse. Resources: Longevity Study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7925741 Nir Ayal Book: https://a.co/d/01K0x347 Follow Dr. JC Doornick and the Makes Sense Academy:► Makes Sense Substack - https://drjcdoornick.substack.com ► Instagram: / drjcdoornick ► Substack: / drjcdoornick ►Facebook: / makessensepodcast ►YouTube: / drjcdoornick MAKES SENSE PODCAST Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. This podcast explores topics that expand human consciousness and enhance performance. On the Makes Sense Podcast, we acknowledge that it's who you are that determines how well what you do works, and that perception is subjective and an acquired taste. When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at begin to change. Welcome to the uprising of the sleepwalking masses. Welcome to the Makes Sense with Dr. JC Doornick Podcast. SUBSCRIBE/RATE/REVIEW & SHARE our new podcast. FOLLOW Podcast: You will find a "Follow" button in the top right. This will enable the podcast software to alert you when a new episode launches each week. Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/makes-sense-with-dr-jc-doornick/id1730954168 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1WHfKWDDReMtrGFz4kkZs9?si=003780ca147c4aec Podcast Affiliates: Kwik Learning: Many people ask me where I get all these topics, which I've been covering for almost 15 years. I have learned to read nearly four times faster and retain information 10 times better with Kwik Learning. Learn how to learn and earn with Jim Kwik. Get his program at a special discount here: https://jimkwik.com/dragon OUR SPONSORS: Makes Sense Academy: A private mastermind and psychologically safe environment full of the Mindset and Action steps that will help you begin to thrive. The Makes Sense Academy. https://www.skool.com/makes-sense-academy/about The Sati Experience: A retreat designed for the married couple that truly loves one another, yet wants to take their love to that higher magical level. Relax, reestablish, and renew your love at the Sati Experience. https://www.satiexperience.com 0:00 - Intro 1:15 - Free Thinker 3:39 - Living in a world where we are rushed to respond with certainty? 4:44 - Moving Beyond Belief as a Free Thinker 7:19 - A world that rewards certainty 9:42 - The Power of Hmmm? 17:07 The Connection Between Free Thinking and Longevity 19:22 - All I Know Is 20:25 - Emotional Regulation and Clarity 24:31 - Shifting from the need to be certain to increasing awareness Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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