Untangle
Untangle is a podcast that features conversations with thought leaders, authors, psychologists, neuroscientists, nutritionists, mindfulness teachers, and business pioneers. It covers topics related to mental, emotional, physical, and brain health, including stress management, memory, habits, relationships, focus, and leadership. The show aims to provide strategies for living a better life, drawing from traditional, alternative, and holistic approaches. Hosted by Patricia Karpas, Untangle is produced by muse and Meditation Studio.
Episodes
Quiet Strength and Equanimity: Finding Calm in a Chaotic World. With Margaret Cullen
What if resilience isn't about bouncing back—but about staying present through whatever life brings?Today I sit down with Margaret Cullen, a licensed psychotherapist and a pioneer in bringing contemplative practices into mainstream settings. She’s also the author of a book called Quiet Strength, Find Peace, Feel Alive, and love Boundlessly Through the power of Equanimity. Drawing fro
Meditation Monday. Find Your Focus. With Chrissy Carter.
Welcome to a weekly special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationship stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope med
The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming Resilient and Feeling your BEST. With Molly Maloof
Our guest for this encore episode is Dr. Molly Maloof. She is the author of a book called The Spark Factor. The Secret to Supercharging Energy, Becoming Resilient, and Feeling Better Than Ever. In this interview, she shares her research and insights on the key pillars of women’s health and wellbeing. I found this to be like an encyclopedia chock full of information and data related to our
A Roadmap to Mental Fitness and Revitalizing Your Mind. With Dr. Drew Ramsey
Today's encore episode is with Dr. Drew Ramsey, a Psychiatrist and expert in nutrition and mental health. He’s also the author of the book, Healing the Modern Brain: Nine Tenets to Build Mental Fitness and Revitalize Your Mind. In this interview, Drew discusses the importance of mental fitness— and shares why our mental health is such a crucial part of our overall health. He delves i
Meditation Monday. Relax Before Bed. With Ashley Turner.
Welcome to a special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditatio
Want to Have More Productive Conversations? Let Go of Being Right ALL the time? Here's How. With Kern Beare
Today’s encore episode was from the 2020 election SOS Series, and is titled How to have a difficult conversation. Our guest, Kern Beare, is the author of the book, Difficult Conversations, the Art and Science of Working Together. He shares strategies to help us have more productive dialogues and to resolve differences when it matters most. Whether in relationship, work, or political conve
Integrative Medicine to the Rescue! Here's How to Optimize your Health, Recover Faster and Prevent Chronic Disease. With Dr. Victoria Maizes
I’m super excited about today’s guest, Dr. Victoria Maizes. She is Executive Director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine and a Professor of Medicine, Family Medicine and Public Health at the University of Arizona. She’s Internationally recognized as a leader in integrative medicine and her book, which we discuss today, is called Heal Faster: Unlock Your Body's Rapid R
Meditation Monday. Let Things Be. A Favorite! With Ashley Turner.
Encoring one of my personal favorite meditations. Welcome to a special weekly edition of Untangle, Meditation Monday. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected chal
Do Hormones Affect Your Brains, Body, Emotions? (spoiler alert...YES!). With Dr. Anna Cabeca
Today's show is an encore episode with Ariel hosting guest Dr. Anna Cabeca. Dr. Cabeca is a triple board certified OB GYN. They focus on Hormones and why they affect so many aspects of your thinking, feeling, and bodily function. Dr. Cabeca shares how tiny amounts of hormones waxing and waning in the brain can have dramatic impacts on emotions and perception. Learn how diet, behavior, and
Cultivate Deeper Connections, Big Love: Navigating the Complexities of Intimacy. With Dr. James Cordova
Today’s encore episode is with favorite guest is Dr, James Cordova, author of the book, The Mindful Path to Intimacy. Cultivating a Deeper Connection with Your Partner. James is a Professor of Psychology at Clark University and the Director of the Relationship Checkup Program in Worcester, Massachusetts. In this interview we discuss what it actually takes to maintain intimacy over time.Wh
Meditation Monday. Cultivating Joy, With Adreanna Limbach
Welcome to a weekly special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationship stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope med
Creative Acts for Curious People. How to Think, Create and Lead in Unconventional Ways. With Sarah Stein Greenberg
Today we’re airing a favorite encore episode with the brilliant Sarah Stein Greenberg. She is the author of a book called “Creative Acts for Curious People. How to Think, Create and Lead in Unconventional Ways.’’ A quote from the book sums it up: “In an era of ambiguous, messy problems, as well as extraordinary opportunities for positive change, it’s vital to have both an inquis
Exploring What it Takes to Be Pain Free. With Stacey Roberts.
In this encore episode we dive into the world of pain management with Stacey Roberts, author of the book The Pain Free Formula: Solving the Puzzle of Muscle and Joint Pain Without Surgery, Drugs or Injections. Stacy is a Physical Therapist and RN. She shares her own personal journey from conventional medicine to alternative practices and how this has transformed her approa
Meditation Monday. Effortless Sleep. With Lisa Wimberger.
Welcome to a special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditatio
How Meditation Helps Us Uncover the Stories in Our Lives. With Dani Shapiro
Today’s encore episode is with the brilliant best selling author. Dani Shapiro. Dani’s written several memoirs including Slow Motion", Devotion, Inheritance and Hourglass: Time, Memory, Marriage. She’s written 11 books in total with Signal Fires being her most recent. She’s also the host of the podcast Family Secrets. In this interview, she shares how we make meaning of wh
The Search For a More Meaningful Live (despite all the outward trappings of success). With Megan Hellerer
Many of us spend years chasing success, believing that if we achieve enough, we’ll finally feel fulfilled. But what happens when we arrive at the destination and still feel empty?In this insightful conversation, our guest Megan Hellerer — former Google executive, executive coach, and author —shares the emotional reality behind high achievement, burnout, identity loss, and the search for a
Meditation Monday. Stress Body Scan. With Elisha Goldstein.
Welcome to a special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditatio
Alternative Healing: Energy Medicine, Trapped Emotions and The Subconscious Mind. With Dr. Bradley Nelson
In this episode, I sit down with holistic chiropractor, Dr. Bradley Nelson to explore the connection between trapped emotions, chronic healing and what he refers to as subconscious healing and the energetic intelligence of the body. He shares his own personal healing story that inspired his interest in energy healing, and then dives into the philosophy behind his books, the Emotion C
Techniques to Optimize Your Brain to Learn and Remember Anything. With Jim Kwik.
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode, join Muse co-founder Ariel Garten as she interviews Jim Kwik, a celebrity brain trainer who teaches tools and techniques to optimize your brain to learn and remember. He’s a world leading expert in speed reading, memory improvement, brain performance and accelerated learning. His motto…brighter brain. Brilliant life. His book publish
How to Change: The Science of Getting From Where You Are to Where You Want to Be. With Katy Milkman
Today’s encore episode is with guest Katy Milkman, Wharton University Professor and author of the national bestseller, How to Change, The Science of Getting from Where you are to Where you Want to Be. The book was named one of the top 8 books for healthy living in 2021 by the NY Times. Katy has devoted her career to the study of behavior change, inspired by the fact that 40% of premature
Meditation Monday. Being Grateful. With Ashley Turner.
Welcome to a weekly special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationship stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope med
Reshaping Your Brain to Improve Moods and Live a Happier and Healthier Life. With Alex Korb
InToday’s throwback Thursday encore episode, our guest is Neuroscientist Alex Korb, Author of "The Upward Spiral: Using Neuroscience to Reverse the Course of Depression, One Small Change at a Time," He shares how our brains may be ‘wired’ a certain way but that we have the power to change them to live healthier, happier lives by taking small steps to improve mood and depression.See P
A Sleep Doctor on Insomnia, Naps, Alcohol, Caffeine and More. With Dr. Michael Breus
Ever wonder What actually helps you sleep better, and what’s making your sleep worse without you realizing it?In this episode, renowned sleep specialist and author of the book Sleep Drink Breathe, The Domino of Wellness, Dr. Michael Breus, also known as The Sleep Doctor, talks about the science of sleep and the habits that most directly influence how rested, focused and healthy we fe
Tools to Heal and to Take Charge of Your Own Health. With James Colquhoun
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode, our guest, James Colquhoun is a filmmaker of the documentaries "Food Matters" and "Hungry for Change" and the Founder of FMTV. He’s currently a senior executive at Gaia, the streaming service. James is devoted to giving people tools to take charge of their own health. He shares the story of how he healed his father’s mysterious illness with re
Is it Possible to Age-Proof your Brain and Slow Cognitive Decline? With Dr. Majid Fotuhi
Encore: Today I sit down with neurologist and neuroscientist Dr. Majid Fotuhi to unpack the science of neuroplasticity — the brain’s remarkable ability to change, rewire, and grow at any age. He’s adjunct professor at Johns Hopkins and author of the book The Invincible Brain: The Clinically Proven Plan to Age-Proof Your Brain and Stay Sharp for Life. We discuss many things related to his
Patricia Karpas - Morning Gratitude Meditation
This is a special Morning Gratitude Practice.. We hope you’ll all take a moment to remember what you’re grateful for, what gives you joy, and what fills your love bucket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Meditation Monday. Moments of Joy. With Chrissy Carter. 7 minutes.
Welcome to a special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditatio
Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity and Lose the Burnout. With Leah Weiss
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode, our guest is Leah Weiss is a Ph.D., MSW, Researcher, Lecturer, Consultant, and Author of the book. How We Work: Live Your Purpose, Reclaim Your Sanity, and Embrace the Daily Grind. Leah is also the Co-founder of a company focused on workplace health called Skylyte. She’s best known for her teaching at Stanford's Graduate
Rethinking Aging: How to Thrive in Midlife and Beyond. With Barbara Waxman
What if everything you’ve been told about aging is wrong? What if you could reinvent midlife …and turn the idea of a midlife crisis into midlife growth?In today’s episode, I sit down with Gerontologist and Coach Barbara Waxman, highly sought-after longevity and leadership advocate, advisor, master coach, keynote speaker, and author of the book The Middlescence Manifesto: Igniting the
Defining (and difficult) Moments In Our Lives: Where Fear and Courage Meet. With Roshi Joan Halifax
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode, our guest is the amazing Roshi Joan Halifax, a Buddhist teacher, Zen Priest, Medical Anthropologist, Author, and pioneer in the field of end-of-life care. The book we discuss here is called, "Standing at the Edge: Finding Freedom Where Fear and Courage Meet." It’s brilliant. The potential for transformation, she believes, exists within al
Why Forgiveness is an Act of Self Compassion. With Diana Winston
Today’s encore episode is with Diana Winston, the Director of UCLA Mindful, Keynote Speaker, Consultant and Author of The Little Book of Being: Practices and Guidance for Uncovering your Natural Awareness. In this interview, we talk about the importance of forgiveness in our lives and why carrying our anger or resentment around with us is like carrying hot coal. Dropping th
Here's How to Live a Life with More Purpose and Peace. With Melli O'brien
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode our guest is Melli Obrien. Melli is a devoted meditation teacher and practitioner from Australia, known worldwide as Mrs. Mindfulness. Her mission is to help us lead more conscious and connected lives with more peace and purpose. She shares wisdom from her program, The Art of Mindful Living, where she teaches life-changing tools
How Emotional Health Impacts Longevity (and how to Optimize it!). With Elisha Goldstein
Emotional health is often overlooked in conversations about wellness—but what if it’s actually the foundation of everything? In today’s episode, we welcome back Psychologist and Bestselling Author Elisha Goldstein to explore his powerful new book called Tiny Shift: How Emotional Health Transforms Stress, Relationships, and Longevity.We talk about how and why chronic low-grade stress may b
Meditation Monday. Optimal Flow State. WIth Cara Bradley.
Welcome to a special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditatio
Want to Learn How to Heal Yourself? Here's What it Takes. With Joe Dispenza
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode, our guest is Dr. Joe Dispenza, a New York Times bestselling author, researcher, and educator is driven by the conviction that each of us has the potential for greatness and unlimited abilities--including the ability to heal ourselves. He shares how he healed himself after a devastating bike accident and the mind-body work he's continued
The Power of Breath to Energize, Calm, Shift Your Mood and More. With James Nestor
This is a favorite encore…with Ariel interviewing James Nestor — Author of Breath…The New Science of a Lost Art. . There are so many great nuggets in this episode. You’ll learn that the way you breathe can energize or relax you? That a simple hack can help with snoring and sleep apnea? That your lung volume can relate to your longevity, and that your lung volume can be expanded with simpl
Finding Love and Relieving Relationship Stress During Difficult Times. With Stan Tatkin.
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode Ariel Garten, Co founder of Muse, interviews Stan Tatkin, legendary relationship therapist and author of Wired for Dating and Wired for Love. This interview actually took place during covid when Relationship stress was at an all time high. He introduces some amazing tools to ease the tension with your partner…and they are not J
Living with Less Regret: Tools for Releasing Fear, Finding Courage, Moving Forward. With Margie Warrell
What if the thing holding you back isn’t actually your ability at all… but your FEAR. Today’s guest is Margie Warrell, Leaderships Advisor, Keynote Speaker and Author of The Courage Gap, Five Steps to braver Action. So what is the courage gap?? She describes it as that space between who you are and who you want to be AND how fear quietly fills that space with things that hold us back like
A Guided Meditation on the Gifts, Benefits and Value of a Growth Mindset
Welcome to another meditation edition of Untangle.I’m excited to introduce you to Shawn Moore. Shawn is a meditation and yoga teacher, and loves to create spaces for stillness and self-inquiry to help leaders and all of us… align our strengths, intention, and impact. Today’s meditation lives in the Optimal Brain States Collection on the Muse app. Shawn leads all of the community initiativ
A Classic Dan Harris Interview about Anxiety and (how to be) 10% Happier. With Dan Harris.
Welcome to Untangle throwback Thursday, This interview with Dan Harris was recorded 10 years ago, one of our first. But it’s pure Dan…big heart and funny sense of humor. And humility. Dan Harris was then an ABC News Anchor and the author of the books "10% Happier" and "Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics." He’s funny and honest, and shares how meditation has helped him handle conflict an
Burnout Recovery Tools: Reduce Stress and Build More Joy In Your Life. With Amy Leneker.
Today's guest is Amy Leneker, Author of Cheers to Monday, The Surprisingly Simple Method to Lead and Live with Less Stress and More Joy. Amy is refreshing, joyful —and deeply practical—in this conversation about stress, burnout, and how to stop living your workweek as a countdown to Friday. My favorite quote? Make more space for joy. Amy shares the wake-up call that changed ev
The Neurobiology (and the U-Curve) of Happiness. You Might be Surprised! With Tobias Esch
In Todays throwback Thursday episode, we have encore guest. Dr. Tobias Esch. He is a primary care physician, pioneer in holistic general medicine, and expert in the neurobiology of happiness. He shaped mind-body medicine and integrative health in Germany and as Visiting Professor at Harvard Medical School. He has published more than 300 scientific works. His background is in primary care,
The Science of Revenge: Why Getting Even Feels (so!) Good—and How to Overcome it. With James Kimmel Jr.
Today’s guest is James Kimmel Jr., a former litigator of 20 years, currently Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Yale school of Medicine and Author of the book we discuss today called The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World’s Deadliest Addiction—and How to Overcome It (2025).Here’s the question: What if revenge actually works like a drug—lighting up the brain’s rewa
Rewire Your Brain with Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. With Dr. Shauna Shapiro
Today’s throwback Thursday guest is Dr. Shauna Shapiro. Shauna is a best-selling Author, Professor, Clinical Psychologist, and internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and self-compassion. She has spent two decades studying the benefits of mindfulness and compassion, publishing over 150 papers and three critically acclaimed books. Her TEDx Talk, What You Practice Grows Stronger, h
The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop. With Judson Brewer
Today’s Encore episode is with Judson Brewer, a Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist and Author who specializes in the field of mindfulness and addiction. He is widely recognized for his work on understanding the mechanisms of craving and developing effective strategies to overcome addictive behaviors. One of his notable contributions is his research on the "Hunger Habit." He discussed this in hi
Ever Feel "Not Good Enough" and Want to Stop that Inner Voice? With Mark Coleman
Welcome to Untangle, Throwback Thursday. Each week, along with our regular weekly interview, we’ll be releasing an additional encore from our early days. These are some real gems and we hope you like them.Today's encore is with Mark Coleman, Mindfulness Teacher and Author of "Make Peace with Your Mind." He shares how mindfulness and compassion can free us from our inner critic--the one t
Why We Always Need a Little (maybe a lot) Self-Compassion. With Kristin Neff
Welcome to Untangle, Throwback Thursday. Each week, along with our regular weekly interview, we’ll be releasing an additional encore from our early days. These are some real gems and we hope you like them. This week it’s one of our favorite guests, Kristin Neff. Kristin is the author of "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself", and is a pioneer in the field of self-co
Does Fear Run the Show for You? Here's How to Change This. With Guryan Tighe
Our guest today is Guryan Tighe, Coach and Author of the book Unmasking Fear, How Fears are our Gateways to Freedom. She refers to herself as a Fear Technician and gives us a great definition of what this is. She poses the question "what if fear isn’t the enemy?" What if, instead, it’s important information and an invitation to better understand ourselves. She gives us a practic
Oprah’s Life Coach: Finding Purpose, Integrity and Emotional Healing. With Martha Beck
Today’s encore episode is with Martha Beck, a PhD, Harvard-trained sociologist, world-renowned coach and New York Times bestselling author. She has published nine non-fiction books, one novel, and more than 200 magazine articles.She’s also known as Oprah’s Life Coach . Her most recent book, The Way of Integrity, Finding Your Path to Your Your True Self, is an Oprah book club selection and
Build a Love that Lasts Using the Science of Positive Psychology. With Suzann Pileggi
Welcome to an encore edition of Untangle in honor of Valentines day. Many of us spend hours in the gym, or reading books on personal growth, or at mindfulness retreats working on getting stronger and healthier emotionally and physically. BUT, when it comes to working on our relationships, we simply HOPE that our feelings about our romantic partner will magically freeze in that exciting co
Tapping into the Unknown. Exploring What We Can’t See. (If you like the Telepathy Tapes, you’ll LOVE this). Suzanne Giesemann
Today we’re joined by someone whose life journey challenges everything we think we know about reality, consciousness, and what happens after we die. My guest is Suzanne Giesemann, a former U.S. Navy Commander and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff—someone who once lived firmly in a left-brained, evidence-driven world.After the sudden and tragic loss of her stepdaughter, Suz
Sleep, Unconsciousness and the Brain. With Dr. Adrian Owen
This week, we’re airing a few of our favorite encore sleep episodes. If it’s dark and cold where you are, cozy up and have a listen. And if you’ve ever felt groggy after what you thought was a good nite sleep, it might be that your deep sleep quality wasn’t great. Muse is addressing this with its brain sensing headband and Deep Sleep Boost, a new feature that uses EEG-timed sound cue
A Women's Guide To Overcoming Insomnia. With Dr. Shelby Harris
This week, we’re airing a few of our favorite encore sleep episodes. If it’s dark and cold where you are, cozy up and have a listen. And if you’ve ever felt groggy after what you thought was a good nite sleep, it might be that your deep sleep quality wasn’t great. Muse is addressing this with its brain sensing headband and Deep Sleep Boost, a new feature that uses EEG-timed sound cue
Having Trouble with Sleep? Here's How to Fix it. With Dr. Chris Winter
This week, we’re airing a few of our favorite sleep episodes. If it’s dark and cold where you are, cozy up and have a listen. And if you’ve ever felt groggy after what you thought was a good nite sleep, it might be that your deep sleep quality wasn’t great. Muse is addressing this with its brain sensing headband and Deep Sleep Boost, a new feature that uses EEG-timed sound cues to he
Forget Traditional Doctrines! A Skeptical Buddhist Shares his Practical Philosophy. With Stephen Batchelor
Throwback Thursday Encore: I listened to Ezra Kleins NY Times Opinion podcast the other day as Ezra interviewed one of my favorite Buddhist authors, Stephen Batchelor. It reminded me that I’d interviewed Stephen in 2016 and loved chatting with him. His philosophy is timeless, so I thought I’d encore it today. Stephen is a Scottish Buddhist teacher and Author known for his s
How To Be Your Best Self: Showing up with Intention, Energy and Presence. With Anese Cavanaugh
Today’s Encore episode is with Anese Cavanaugh, an award winning Speaker, Author, Teacher and Strategic Advisor for many innovative organizations and individuals. She’s also the CEO of Active Choices, a strategic advisory and training company. Today we get to the heart of many of the ideas she has shared in her books, and we dive into her proprietary approach to leadership called IE
Navigating Life Transitions: An Invitation to Tune Inward, Learn and Live More Fully. With Ben Katt
Today’s guest is Ben Katt — a meditation teacher, spiritual coach, author and storyteller known for his wise and “inspiring” guidance. He is the author of THE WAY HOME: Discovering the Hero’s Journey to Wholeness at Midlife. Ben is also a former ordained minister, teaches meditation in prisons, and volunteers as a hospice companion. And, he is part time faculty at Chip Conl
What Does it Mean to Live a Good, Meaningful Life? Despite the (really) Hard Stuff. With Kieran Setiya.
Wow…I loved talking to today’s guest, Kieran Setiya, an Author and Professor of philosophy at MIT. I’ve always loved philosophy, but I was especially taken with the way Kieran applies it to our most challenging events, as well as to our day to day lives. In his book Life Is Hard, How Philosophy Can Help Us Find Our Way — he offers us a roadmap for navigating rough terrain, from personal
Want a Little More Happiness In Your life? Here's How! With Gretchen Rubin.
Today's encore guest is Gretchen Rubin, one of today’s most influential and thought-provoking observers of happiness, habits and human nature. She’s a highly acclaimed writer, known for her ability to distill and convey complex ideas—with levity and clarity. She’s the author of many bestselling books, including The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, and The Four Tendenc
A New Year Meditation. With Chrissy Carter
Happy New Year! Enjoy this meditation to inspire a fresh start to 2025.(no ads. no intro. just a lovely meditation)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Grace, Gravity and Growing Older. Accepting All of Who We Are. With Parker Palmer
A Favorite Encore. Today’s guest is one of my favorites of all time. When I first interviewed Parker Palmer, the writer, teacher, poet and all around wise and soulful human — it was near a birthday that was giving me some pause as I was feeling the weight of time passing. I felt such a rush of pure humanity from listening to his words. It was the best birthday gift. The book we discu
A Meditation for the Holidays: Holiday Expectations. With Chrissy Carter
Enjoy this short meditation with the theme Holiday Expectations. Wishing everyone a very happy holiday season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Relationship Fitness: Are you in Shape for a GREAT (good!) Relationship? With Roy Biancalana
Today we chat with Author of the book, Relationship Bootcamp, and Relationship Coach Roy Biancalana to explore his personal journey from chaos to conscious connection in his own relationship. And what a journey it’s been! He calls his early relationship life a train wreck — decades of painful patterns, a 19–year marriage that turned into co-parenting roommates, a devas
The Joy Reset: Rewiring our Brains and Discovering our Capacity to Cultivate Joy. With Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald
Our guest today is Dr. MaryCatherine McDonald, Trauma researcher and Author of the book, "The Joy Reset: Six Ways Trauma Steals Happiness and How to Get It Back.” Her book isn’t just about finding joy; it’s about rewiring our brains and rediscovering our power to cultivate joy EVEN in the darkest moments of life. She describes the barriers that keep us from accessing joy—hypervigilan
Hardwiring our Brains for More Happiness. With Dr. Rick Hanson
Today’s encore episode is with the always popular Dr. Rick Hanson — a Psychologist and NY Times Best Selling author of several books, including the book we discuss in this interview “Hardwiring Happiness: The New Brain Science of Contentment, Calm, and Confidence." He shares how we can hardwire our brains for happiness using practices that help us cultivate and experience the good in our
A Thanksgiving Meditation - Elisha Goldstein - Gratitude and Reflection
From all of us at Untangle, Meditation Studio, and Muse, we wish you a Happy Thanksgiving!
Many of our guests refer to having a gratitude practice as one of the most important tools we can have. We hope this special Gratitude and Reflection meditation helps you take a moment to remember what you’re grateful for and what gives you joy. We wish you much happiness and love throughout all t
The Future of Consciousness: Navigating the Intersection of Spirituality and AI. With Stephen Dinan.
Today our guest is Stephen Dinan, founder of the Shift Network, and author of the book Sacred America, Sacred World, Fulfilling our mission in service to all. He founded the Shift Network in 2010, and today it delivers virtual summits, courses, training in areas related to spirituality, peace, holistic health, psychology, sustainability and more. One of my favorite courses was with P
Unwind Anxiety: Practical Tools using Neuroscience, Habit and Behavioral Change, With Judson Brewer
This week we’re got a popular encore episode with Judson Brewer, a Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist, and Author of the book, Unwinding Anxiety: New Science Shows How to Break the Cycles of Worry and Fear to Heal your Mind. He has combined his expertise in mindfulness, habit, and behavioral change, and neuroscience to create practical tools to help unwind anxiety. The interview offers several
Your Body as a Trusted Guide and Source of Hidden Intelligence and Intuition. Creating a New Vocabulary for Expression. With Jen Aks
Today's guest is author of the book, Your Body is Speaking and creator of the framework “The Power of Gesture.” Her Ted Talk is called Your Body’s Hidden Intelligence: from Mindset to Bodyset. She shares her personal background which included her struggles with traditional learning methods and her discovery of alternative methods of learning — which led her to foc
Confusion and Chaos as a Virtue and the Power of Vulnerability. A Personal Story. With Giovanna Silvestre
In this episode, we sit down with young author and entrepreneur, Giovanna Silvestre, to discuss her life and her book, "Confused Girl, Find Your Peace In The Chaos.” I loved her energy and courage, and her passion for the work she’s doing with inspirational active wear. She shares how most intensely sad moments led her on this transformative journey from depression to self-discovery,
How to Be Enough: Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfectionists. With Dr. Ellen Hendriksen
Encore: Today’s episode is with Clinical Psychologist and author, Dr. Ellen Hendriksen. Her new book is called How to Be Enough: Self-Acceptance for Self-Critics and Perfectionists. What a great title! Ellen shares the truth behind perfectionism and why many of us never feel quite ‘good enough.’ Ever feel imposter syndrome? Most of us do. She delivers amazing advice on how we can all
Navigating Anxiety: Developing a Flexible Mind in the Face of Difficult Challenges. With Ross White
Today’s guest is Clinical Psychologist, Professor and Author Ross White. His insightful book is called “The Tree that Bends: How a Flexible Mind can help you thrive.” The Tree that Bends, a title that comes from a Tanzanian proverb, is a metaphor to illustrate how we can remain anchored, willing and empowered in the face of lifes most difficult challenges. We explore the th
Wisdom From the Grandmother of Animal Communication (Fan Favorite!) With Penelope Smith
Today’s guest is the amazing Penelope Smith…known joyfully as the grandmother of animal communication. She’s a founder and trailblazer in the field of interspecies telepathic communication and the author of classic books in the field, including Animal Talk, When Animals Speak and Animals in Spirit. She has a vast body of work and educational materials on the topic. In this interview, she
Heart Health! Almost Everything You Ever Wanted To Know. With Dr. Joel Kahn, America's Healthy Heart Doctor.
Encore Episode. Today’s guest is Dr. Joel Kahn. He’s a world renowned Cardiologist, Author and Host of the podcast Heart Doc VIP. He’s also referred to as America's Healthy Heart Doctor. He gives us confidence that, yes, we can take charge of our health. In this interview, he shares practical advice and tools to help us crack the code on heart disease which still, hard to b
Unlocking Your Inner Compass: The Vital Role of Intuition in Everything We Do. With Hrund Gunnsteindottir.
In this conversation, my guest, Hrund Gunnsteindottir, and I discuss the concept of 'Insaie', the Icelandic word for intuition— which means ‘to see ‘ in Icelandic…and we explore it’s deeper meanings and implications. Hrund shares insights on cultivating intuition, the importance of self-awareness, and the delicate balance between fear and intuition. She dives into personal experience
Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness. With Ingrid Fetell Lee
In this Encore episode, originally aired in January, we sit down with Ingrid Fetell Lee, the author of Joyful: The Surprising Power of Ordinary Things to Create Extraordinary Happiness. Ingrid, a designer and researcher, shares the science of joy, and does a deep dive into how our surroundings impact our well-being AND how we can harness the power of color, shape, and space to actually cu
Transform Your LIfe: Break Free From The Limiting Patterns That Are Keeping You Stuck. With Michelle Chalfant.
Today’s guest is Michelle Chalfant, Author of the book The Adult Chair, Get Unstuck, Claim Your Power and Transform Your Life. She’s also a therapist and created the Adult Chair Model, where she combines psychology and grounded spirituality to inspire personal transformation. In this discussion, we explore the metaphor of life stages represented by chairs. Michelle shares her unique
Behavior Change Strategies to Achieve Healthy Eating Goals. With Allison Grupski.
Today’s guest in this encore episode focuses on behavior change. Dr. Allison Grupski, PhD and Clinical Health Psychologist specializing in weight management and eating behaviors is the Head of Behavior Change at Weight Watchers, referred to as WW in this interview. She shares many of the behavior change strategies she’s used to drive real-life behavior change for millions of people. Chang
Reprogram Thought Patterns to Master Your Mindset and Live a More Meaningful Life. With Michael Pilarcyzk.
Today's guest is Michael Pilarcyzk, Author of the book Master Your Mindset: Live a Meaningful Life. I’ve always believed that our mindset drives so much of how we live, so hearing michaels journey was fascinating. Michaels story is one of radical reinvention, deep self reflection and ultimately, enormous change. He shares the challenging turning points that led him to find his purpose and
What Death Can Teach Us About Love and Living Fully. With Frank Ostaseski
A special encore edition of Untangle. This was one of my favorite discussions. Frank Ostaseski is the author of the book "The Five Invitations: Discovering What Death Can Teach Us About Living Fully," co-founder of the Zen Hospice Project, a beloved Buddhist teacher, and founder of the Metta Institute. He’s also the leading voice in the end-of-life care movement. He shares comforting and
