MindBodySpace
Boost resilience, focus, and performance with science-backed tips and mini meditations for moms to help your family thrive. Hosted by Dr. Juna — Mom-M.D., Harvard-trained educator, NYU Medicine, Board certified Radiologist and Mind-Body/Lifestyle Medicine Expert, faculty and creator of The Science of Resilience for The Juilliard School. Find Brain Based K-12+ courses for moms at MindBodySpace.com
Episodes
3 Habits To Prevent Acid Reflux — Dr. Peter Belafsky MD PHD Director of Voice & Swallowing
Three simple habits from a top doctor who says you should never take swallowing or your voice for granted.You don't think about swallowing or your voice until something goes wrong — and then it's everything. In this episode, Dr. Juna talks with Dr. Peter Belafsky MD, PhD — laryngologist, Director of the Center for Voice and Swallowing at UC Davis, and co-founder of Reflux Gourmet — about t
How to Perform Under Pressure — Rising Stars Violin Duo Hina & Fiona
Two sisters and their methods for shifting performance nerves into joyful performances.Hina & Fiona are sisters and a world-class violin duo. They are Juilliard-trained under Itzhak Perlman and Midori, with Fiona making her New York Philharmonic debut at 16, Hina winning the Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition, and their debut album Dear to Us out now on Pentatone. In this episode,
AI Therapy: Does It Work? Dr. Juna with Dartmouth Researcher Benjamin Kaveladze
What if the most powerful mental health tool isn't more therapy or a smarter app — but the right skill at the right moment?Can just ten minutes change your mental health?The first time Benji Kaveladze came on the show, that was the question. Since then he's moved to Dartmouth's Jacobson Lab, deep in the fast-moving world of AI and mental health — and he's back to tell me what the science actually
From 100 Cold Emails to New York Times Writer at 22 — Simar Bajaj (Harvard, Oxford, Stanford Medical School)
One motto — it only takes one yes — and the resilience habit that turned 100 rejections into a career at age 22. Simar Bajaj sent 100 cold emails to Stanford surgeons as a 16-year-old with zero research experience. One said yes — and that’s the whole philosophy: resilience isn’t about not getting rejected, it’s about reducing rejection to a task and staying in motion anyway. In this episode, Dr. J
Stop Scrolling, Start Building: Vibe Coding, AI Safety, and Tech That Calms You Down
I'm a technophile with a love-hate relationship with my phone — so I sat down with someone who thinks about this a lot! Gabe Montague is the founder of Mindful Makers, a Boston community that builds technology to support mindfulness instead of eroding it.This is a real conversation about using AI well. We cover what "vibe coding" actually is and how someone who has never written a li
That “Lump in Your Throat” Might Not Be Anxiety: Dr. Juna discusses "Silent Acid Reflux: Prevention and Treatment" with renowned author and ENT specialist, Dr. Aviv
That “lump in your throat” might be a symptom of something more chronic.In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna sits down with her own doctor, Dr. Jonathan Aviv—ENT physician, Columbia professor, clinical professor at Mount Sinai, and author of The Acid Watcher Diet.We talk about silent reflux, acid influx, and a stomach enzyme called pepsin that may sit in the throat, mouth, nose,
Why Stress Makes Healthy Choices So Hard and How to Reset and Rewire Your Brain
You know what’s good for you. Better sleep. Less scrolling. More movement. Healthier food. More calm.So why is it still so hard to choose it?In this episode, Dr. Juna Bobby M.D., Ed.M, explains why this is not a laziness problem or a character flaw. It is a brain-under-stress problem. When your nervous system is overloaded, your brain defaults to old habits, quick rewards, and familiar coping patt
Brain Talk™️ for Sleep: How to Get Your Tired Brain to Shut Off and Sleep
Why does your brain feel tired, but still refuse to shut off at night?In this episode, Dr. Juna Bobby MD, Harvard trained educator, breaks down the benefits of sleep including how the brain clears waste during deep sleep, affects on mood, memory, and long-term brain health. You’ll learn why sleep is not passive rest, but an active brain state that helps with cleanup, repair, memory, and emotional
From Orange Is the New Black to Writing Kids' Books: Curiosity Matters | Tanya Wright | Brain Talk
What helps kids stay engaged in learning—and why do some lose focus?In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna Bobby speaks with Tanya Wright—author and actress known for her role on the hit Netflix series Orange Is the New Black—about how curiosity, imagination, and engagement shape the way children learn.Tanya shares how her journey from acting to education led her to create Hairiett
The Science of Laughter: Why It's Medicine & How to Get More of It | MindBody Space Podcast
Did you know that laughing triggers feel-good chemicals and has real health benefits? 😄In this episode of MindBody Space, Dr. Juna breaks down the real, peer-reviewed science behind why humor and laughter are essential for your health, your relationships, and your resilience — and gives you 5 practical ways to get more of it in your life today.This is the follow-up to our conversation with comedia
Comedy, Connection, and Coping: An Interview with Alyce Chan MomComNYC
The Healing Power of Comedy with Alyce Chan @MomComNY Instagram | MindBodySpace PodcastTrigger warning: Mentions SuicideIn this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, host Dr. Juna engages in a candid and uplifting conversation with beloved mom and comedian Alyce Chan, known on Instagram as @momcomnyc. They explore the transformative power of humor, its health benefits like boosting immunity and re
Detoxify Your Home, Protect Your Brain: Dr. Aly Cohen on Everyday Toxins and Kids’ Health
Avoid environmental toxins with smarter, practical knowledge to protect your family.🎧 Listen for age-specific tips for grade-schoolers, middle-schoolers, and teens.In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna Bobby speaks with Dr. Aly Cohen, board-certified rheumatologist, integrative medicine specialist, and author of Detoxify: The Everyday Toxins Harming Your Immune System and How to
She Learned to Rewire Her Brain in Middle School—Homeschool to Violinist and Marathon Runner
What if the habits your child builds in middle school could shape their entire future?In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna reconnects with Noelle Naito—now a Juilliard-trained violinist and marathon runner—who began her brain training journey as a homeschooled middle schooler. With just a few simple tools like daily logging, mindfulness, movement, and mental training techniques l
Calm Your Nervous System in Minutes
It's simple to calm your nervous system in minutes using a meditation technique taught by Dr. Juna. In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna, a double board-certified radiologist and lifestyle medicine physician, guides you through a relaxation response method inspired by Dr. Herbert Benson's work at Harvard Medical School on meditation and blood pressure. You'll learn how to interru
Overcome Stage Fright, Perform Better, and Train Your Brain Like a Pro | Pablo Esquivel x Dr. Juna
What happens when elite music performance meets mindfulness? In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna Bobby shares 3 quick science-backed techniques to de-stress—and introduces her former student, composer Pablo Esquivel.A Juilliard and Berklee-trained musician, Pablo shares his personal story of burnout, healing, and how he now fuses music, meditation, and neuroscience to support me
How Coach Sean Brosnan Took Newbury HS Track Team from Obscurity to Breaking Records: MindBodySpace Method for Building Resilience
Mental Training for Peak Performance with Belief, Recovery & Resilience with Coach Sean Brosnan, Newbury High School Coach Cross Country TrackHow do you motivate kids to reach for their highest potential?In this powerful episode, Dr. Juna interviews elite running coach Sean Brosnan, who led a public high school team from obscurity to national record-breaking success—with his student-athletes w
Overwhelmed? Use Brain-Based Journaling to Shift Perspective #momlife #resilience #harvardeducator
Stuck or overwhelmed? Use these three step science backed journaling prompts to gain momentum and emotional resilience so that you can focus on what really matters to you. 🧠 Created by Mom-M.D., Harvard Trained Educator #parenting #neuroscience Intentional journaling helps you to let go and motivate instead perseverating on negativity that can loop you into mental spirals instead of helping you br
Journaling Rewires the Brain for Resilience: Dr. Juna With author Bianca Turetsky
Journaling literally reshapes your brain! 🧠 Listen now and start your own 5-minute brain ritual. It’s not about perfection—it’s about action.💡 Perfect for high-achieving families who want to raise emotionally intelligent with higher executive functioning that is so important for successIn this powerful, science-backed conversation, Dr. Juna (Harvard-trained educator, physician, Juilliard resilienc
Success Without the Stress is Every Mom's Dream But There's a Better, More Realistic Way
💬 "If I could wave a magic wand, I’d want my kids to get into Harvard or Princeton… without stress."🎧 Welcome to the MindBodySpace Podcast with Dr. Juna — Harvard-trained physician, resilience educator, and fellow mom.That’s what a mom recently told me — and it sparked this episode. Here’s the truth: stress is not the enemy. In fact, it’s essential for growth.🧠 In this solo episode, I ex
Harvard & Princeton Were Just the Side Effects: How I Raised Resilient, Motivated Kids
What if emotional resilience—not test scores—is the real key to success?In this powerful episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna shares what really made a difference in raising teens who not only got into Ivy League schools like Harvard and Princeton—but did so while prioritizing well-being.How do you raise high-performing kids—without burning them out?In this powerful episode, bestselling
Super Charge Your Brain with this Mindset— Mom-M.D. Harvard Trained Educator Resiliency Expert
🧠 Want a strong and resilient brain and teach your kids how to be resilient, confident, and creative? It all starts with how we think.In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna Mom-M.D. Harvard trained educator and expert in Lifestyle Medicine, explores how an entrepreneurial mindset empowers moms and kids to bounce back from stress, solve real-world problems, and build lasting resilie
How This Mom Built a $1M Biz While Raising Resilient Kids | Dr. Jenny Woo x Dr. Juna
Thinking about starting a business while raising kids? You’re not crazy — you’re powerful.In this motivating episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna talks with Jenny Woo, a mom, Harvard grad, and founder of the viral 52 Essential Conversations card deck — about building a meaningful business without sacrificing your values or your sanity.If you’ve ever wondered:Do I really have what it take
Your Brain Loves Change: How I Reset My Brain at Harvard (and Why It Matters for Your Kids)
After my kids left for college and building a career in medicine, I felt like my brain was stuck on repeat. So I did something drastic—I went back to Harvard for a Master's degree in education. But it wasn’t just about getting a new degree. It was about rewiring my brain.In this episode, we talk about: 🧠 How environment + input reshape the brain 📊 Why novelty protects against cognitive decline 💬 M
How She REVERSED Her Heart Age with Data | Oura Engineer Jasmin x Dr. Juna
In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, we explore how data can empower us to build resilience by motivating us to change and choose healthy behaviors!I sit down with Jasmin Hemdani, a software and data engineer at Oura Ring, to talk about her inspiring journey in tech and how data science can support everyday wellness.Jasmine shares how moms can use simple, engaging ways to introduce data c
Don't Get Sick: How to Bounce Back Quickly from Colds and Other Icky Contagious Things
Staying Well to Fend Off Colds and Flus: Practical Tips with Dr. JunaIn this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, host Dr. Juna shares practical tips on how to stay healthy when those around you are sick. She discusses a variety of preventative measures, including the importance of maintaining good hygiene, using saline rinses, and managing stress. Barnard Psychology and Marketing Student, Christ
Swap Your Next Drink for Kin Euphorics: The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Wellness Drinks with Jen Batchelor
Exploring Non-Alcoholic Wellness Beverages with Jen Batchelor
In this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna interviews Jen Batchelor, a mom and entrepreneur known for her work in developing non-alcoholic functional beverages. They discuss the adverse effects of high-intensity alcohol consumption, the cultural shift towards healthier alternatives, and the science behind adaptogens, nootro
Overwhelmed? Tips to Increase Productivity and Decrease Stress with Organizational Psychologist Fiona Murden
Overwhelmed? Tips to Increase Productivity and Decrease Stress with Organizational Psychologist Fiona Murden
In this episode, we dive into strategies for overcoming life's challenges, whether it's applying for college, working on major projects, or launching a new product. Drawing from organizational psychology, the discussion highlights the importance of getting started and inspiring action in ot
Courage to Pivot: Violist with Performance Anxiety to Stand Up Comedian with Isabel Hagen
In this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna interviews Isabel Hagen, a classically trained violist turned stand-up comedian. Isabel shares her journey from rigorous training at Juilliard to performing comedy on stage, detailing her struggle with performance anxiety and her path to finding joy and resilience through comedy.
They discuss the transferable skills acquired through classical
How to Transform Anger Using Compassion with Dr. Russell Kolts
How to Transform Anger Using Compassion with Dr. Russell Kolts
In this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna explores the complexities of anger as a 'threat emotion' with Dr. Russell Kolts, a clinical psychologist and expert in compassion-focused therapy. They discuss how recognizing anger as a threat emotion rather than a character flaw is more beneficial. They also explore the nature of
Beginning My Harvard Graduate School Journey
Returning to School: A Transformative Journey in Education
In this episode, Dr. Juna shares an exciting personal update about returning to school at Harvard Graduate School of Education to pursue a master's degree in education focused on Learning Design, Innovation, and Technology.
Juna discusses the inspirations behind this decision, including influential figures like Karen Brennan and a ph
How Can Ten Minutes Change Your Mental Health Trajectory?
Can a single, brief session significantly improve your mental health? Join Dr. Juna and Benji Kaveladze, PhD., researcher at the Lab for Scalable Mental Health at Northwestern University as they discuss the power of Single Session Interventions (SSI).
Discover the potential of SSI in addressing loneliness, anxiety, and depression. Benji shares insights from his research team headed by Dr. Jess
Relax Your Nervous System with a Loving Kindness Meditation 10 Min Relaxation Response
This is an antidote to any type of stress, but especially if you're feeling anger or frustration with yourself or others. The brain really can't appreciate the positives about someone or something and at the same time process feelings of anger. You might think that simply wishing yourself wellness and happiness is a lot of fluffy nonsense because I thought that too! But priming your brain
Is Manifestation Effective? Science Backed Step by Step Guide
Manifestation and Growth Mindset Connection
Boost Your Performance with the Science of Manifestation and Growth Mindset
Ever wondered how your mindset can shape your reality? In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna is joined by her intern, Christina Nelson, a psychology major from Barnard College. The pair delve into the scientific explanations behind concepts like manifestation and
The Science of Yoga and Neuroscience: Insights with Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal, Founder of NeuroYoga
Health doesn’t have to be complicated! Don't miss this fascinating conversation on how yoga can stress less, boost performance, and improve overall happiness.
Join Dr. Juna on the MindBodySpace podcast featuring Dr. Jonathan Rosenthal, a board certified neurologist and yoga enthusiast. This episode explores the intersections between neuroscience, yoga, and mental wellness.
Learn about the impo
Evidence that Mental Health is Inseparable from Physical Health Dr. April Hirschberg
Enhancing Mental Health Through Lifestyle Medicine: A Mind-Body Connection
Dr. Juna, host of the MindBodySpace podcast, alongside monthly special guest, Dr. April Hirschberg, Harvard Psychiatrist specializing in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Medicine Coaching discuss the significant impact of lifestyle choices on mental health.
They emphasize the mind-body connection, focusing on how diet, exercise, sl
The Impact of Nutrition on Mental and Physical Well-Being with Susan Greeley, of SENS Wellness — Castle Connolly Private Health Partners
The Impact of Nutrition on Mental and Physical Well-Being
In this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, Dr. Juna discusses the rising rates of anxiety and depression among teens and young adults, attributing part of the issue to poor nutrition. She is joined by Susan Greeley, MSRDN and Senior Vice President at SENS Wellness — Castle Connolly Private Health Partners.
Susan shares insights on the
Do You Have Silent Reflux? Why You Should Care and How to Recover
What is silent reflux? Find out in this episode of the MindBodySpace podcast, hosted by Dr. Juna.
Every last Friday of the month, she is joined by her guest Dr. April Hirschberg to discuss evidence backed ways to decrease stress and increase resilience.
Dr. April is a board certified psychiatrist specializing in lifestyle and mind-body medicine at Mass General Hospital, Harvard Medical School.
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How One Doctor Lost Fifty Pounds Using A Simple Meditation Rjotwani Lifestyle Medicine
Transforming Life through Mindfulness and Lifestyle Medicine with Dr. Rak
In this detailed conversation, Dr. Rak shares his professional and personal journey of overcoming burnout and unhealthy lifestyle habits through mindfulness and lifestyle medicine. Initially struggling with stress, depression, and an unhealthy relationship with food, Dr. Rak's turning point came from a candid conversatio
The Most Important Ingredient For Changing Our Habits Toward A Plant Predominant Diet with Dr. April Hirschberg
Dr. Juna, host of the MindBodySpace podcast, alongside monthly special guest, Dr. April Hirschberg, Harvard Psychiatrist specializing in Mind-Body and Lifestyle Medicine Coaching, delves into the significance of opting for a plant-based diet.
They discuss how to make lifestyle adjustments for better physical, mental, and planetary health. The conversation, underscored by the science of resilience
Motivation Meditation to Start Exercising When You Really Don't Feel Like It
Can't get yourself to exercise but you know you really need it? Get motivated just by listening!
This is a short meditation designed to prime the listener's mind for exercise, similar to warming up muscles before physical activity.
Dr. Juna discusses the importance of mental motivation, explaining how visualization and affirming exercise goals can shift the brain from reluctance to readin
Healthy Lifestyles Can Affect Your Chromosomes with Dr. Thomas Robinson, MD, Professor Stanford Medical School
“We saw that the recommended behaviors everyone knows about — eating fewer high-fat or high-sugar foods and fewer calories, increasing physical activity, and reducing screen time — can slow down biological aging associated with obesity in children,” said the study’s senior author, Thomas Robinson, MD, who is the Irving Schulman, MD, Professor in Child Health and a professor of pediatrics and of me
Why We Crave Junk Food When We're Stressed and What to Do About It
Why do we crave junk food when we're stressed and what can we do about it? Choosing healthy foods can feel like a losing battle when we're stressed out, causing us to crave fatty, sugary comfort foods. Our hormones and emotions spiral out of control.
The root of the issue can be traced back to chronic stress. The good news is, you can train your nervous system to access wise decision-maki
Lower Your Stress and Anxiety, While Losing Weight, and Finding Purpose with Hani Chaabo, M.D.
Dr. Hani Chaabo, a physician specializing in family medicine, LGBTQ community advocate, and mindfulness practitioner shares his personal journey struggling with weight and anxiety. He ultimately transformed his life with personal and professional practices that incorporate the kindness found within the mindfulness community.
Learn about Dr. Chaabo's passion for mindfulness and gratitude, and h
Mind-Body And Lifestyle Medicine Are Powerful Tools For Preventing Common Mental And Physical Diseases, With April Hirschberg, M.D.
We are so happy to announce that on the last Friday of each month, April Hirschberg, M.D., DipABLM, will be joining Dr. Juna for regular conversations about the science of resilience. We will share what we learn on our journey as mom-M.D.s specializing in lifestyle and mind-body medicine. We will also discuss evidence based, simple tools that can prevent and mitigate common mental and physical hea
Sleep Makes Everything Better: Prioritizing Sleep, Signs Of Sleep Issues, And Practical Tips To Improve Sleep Quality With Founder Of Sleephoria, Valerie Cacho M.D.
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Valerie Cacho, an integrative sleep physician and women's sleep expert.
Listen for insights on how to prioritize sleep, recognizing signs of sleep issues like snoring, and practical tips to improve sleep quality.
Dr. Cacho Has been featured in SELF, POPSUGAR, Wall street journal, MINDBODYGREEN, and more.
"Snoring is certainly not normal.
How To Train Your Mind To Let Go Of Unhelpful Perfectionism With Self-Compassion
LETTING GO OF PERFECTIONISM - A MEDITATION: Self-compassion is key for productivity and achievement without burning out. After a short recap of perfectionism, Dr. Juna leads listeners through a five minute guided meditation focus on self compassion to help dial back unhelpful perfectionist, tendencies.
An excerpt from a conversation with Elizabeth, Pyjov, JD meditation teacher and Founder of The
Recovering From Perfectionism With Jordana Confino, Yale Law School Graduate and Lifestyle Coach For High-Achieving Professionals
Just like all things in life, perfectionist tendencies can be good and bad for us, depending on how we use it. The key is knowing how to adjust the dials of perfectionism to make it work for us.
"I've learned that, far from being a waste of time or counterproductive to my success, self-care and self-compassion are actually essential for peak performance. For so many years, I believed that
Replay of How to Shift Mindsets to Motivate Healthy Behaviors with Dr. Beth Frates, President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine and Award-Winning Teacher at Harvard Medical School
We all have a tendency to regress to unhealthy behaviors, especially when we're under stress. In this episode Dr. Beth Frates, President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, advises us on how to practice self-awareness so that our moment to moment decisions and behaviors align with our best selves.
Beth Frates, M.D. is the mom of two amazing college age boys; she's also a pioneer
Why High Performers Meditate, How They Do It, and How You Can Too
Visualization Mental Practice And Quiz Inside This Episode. Why does meditation help high-performing athletes and performers boost their skills? We’ll cover different types of meditation and mental training techniques that can be used right before competition or performance to alleviate anxiety and negative thoughts.
There’s also a quiz inside to see how good you are at mentally visualization pra
What Does Meditation and Stress Management Have To Do With Performance? With Tom Klisiewicz Founder of Smart Health Wellness and Performance
Whether you’re a student, leader, musician, athlete, or parent, understanding your mind and body connection enhances performance both in your personal life and at work. My guest today is Tom Klisiewicz, CPTD, an educator and colleague, who has dedicated his career to teaching youth how to be resilient and perform at their best so that when inevitable downturns happen in life, they’ll have the tool
Why Healthy Habits Need To Start As Young As Possible: Primordial Prevention
Welcome to MindBodySpace Podcast 2024!
In this week's episode, Dr. Juna discusses the different types of disease prevention - tertiary, secondary, primary, and primordial. She explains what each type means, focusing especially on primordial prevention and the importance of establishing healthy habits from a very young age.
Main discussion points:
- Definitions of tertiary, secondary, primar
The Importance of Family and the Future of AI, with Asha Saxena
In this informative episode, Asha Saxena, author of the best selling book "The AI Factor", successful tech entrepreneur and founder of WLDA, Women Leaders in Data and AI, shares her insights on the profound influence of AI and how anyone can get started on getting familiar with AI.
This episode is packed with wisdom and inspiration from Asha's long career as a successful entrepreneur
Highest Potential: How to Stop Overreacting
Ever overreact? If you're like me, you've had your fair share of regrets. We all have times when we overreact, and most of the time, it's not in our best interest. So how do we slow down and get more control over our own reactions?
In this episode, my awesome friend Fiona Murden joins me to discuss the reactionary brain and what steps we can take to decrease overreacting. We're g
Four Basic Tools for Learning How to Fail Well According to Amy Edmondson, Author of "Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well"
In episode 115, I spoke with Amy Edmondson, the Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at the Harvard Business School and author of "Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well".
In this follow up episode, I wanted to highlight for you, the four basic tools we can master, in order to learn how to fail well.
Grab a pen and paper and let's start practicing together!
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Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well with Dr. Amy Edmondson of Harvard Business School
If you're human, then you've felt the disappointment of failure. Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor of Leadership and Management at Harvard Business School, helps us reframe the concept of failure, both in our personal and professional lives by sharing her research backed insights.
Whoever you are in the world, this episode will help you discover intelligent failure so that you can limit p
How To Create New Habits To Change Anything In Your Life With Leo Babauta Of Zen Habits
Want to change your habits and create massive transformations in your personal health, wealth, and relationships?
In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, host Dr. Juna interviews Leo Babauta, creator of the blog Zen Habits, which has millions of readers. Leo shares his amazing personal story of overcoming smoking, debt, unhealthy habits, and more in 2005 by slowly but surely making small ch
Two Simple Steps To Ditch Your Phone From Your Morning Routine So That You Can Focus and Be Happier
In the last episode, we spoke to sociological researcher Caity Begg, Founder of Authentic Social about how removing our smartphones and tech from early morning routines can change our ability to focus for the rest of the day. For Caity and for many of us, checking our phones first thing in the morning can lead to immediate overwhelm as we drink from a firehose of information from the news, emails,
How to Decrease Anxiety and Get Focused in a Hyper Texting Digital World with Caitlin Begg
In this episode of the MindBodySpace Podcast, Dr. Juna speaks with sociological researcher and Authentic Social founder Caitlin “Caity” Begg about the effects of digital communication and hyper-communication on human relationships and interactions. They discuss how the rise of texting, social media, and constant connectivity has impacted the way we converse, date, work, and even think. Caity provi
How Can We Find Joy When Awful Things Are Happening?
Tanmeet is a mother, physician and author of "Joy is my Justice". Listen in on our conversation as she talks about how a devastating diagnosis changed her life, making her stronger and a thought leader in helping others find joy in the most difficult times.
Dr. Tanmeet Sethi is a board-certified Integrative Family Medicine physician and Clinical Associate Professor at the University of W
Pain Solution: How to Decrease Pain When You Are Injured or Having Chronic Pain
In this podcast, Dr. Sharma, author of the book "Pain Solution: How to Relieve Pain Without Pills," discusses the importance of reducing inflammation in order to manage pain. She shares her insights on how to make lifestyle changes, such as eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep, to reduce inflammation and improve pain management. She also discusses the ben
How to Make Naps Productive and Boost Creativity with Targeted Dream Incubation Techniques
It's a myth that sleep is a waste of time. In fact our brains are super active when we're sleeping. Now researchers are looking into the hypnagogic state, a transitional state between wakefulness and sleep to see if we can influence our own dreams. During this state, our brains are still active. It's a unique state of consciousness where we can be aware of our thoughts and surroundings
What is addiction? Why is it more dangerous than ever before?
Join Dr. Juna in this insightful episode where she sits down with Dr. Jean Luke Neptune and John Roesch, two addiction specialists at the forefront of the recovery field.
In this engaging conversation, we explore the important questions of what defines addiction, the dangers of modern substance abuse norms, and the best ways to prevent substance use disorders.
John shares with us his struggles wi
How Can We Protect Ourselves from Toxins in our Daily Environment? with Dr. Aly Cohen
How Can We Protect Ourselves from Toxins in our Daily Environment? Firstly, knowledge is power. In this podcast, we explore how we can decrease our daily exposure to >95K chemicals in our world.
Dr. Aly Cohen is the co-author of the bestselling guidebook, Non-ToxicGuide to Living Healthy in a Chemical World. She is a board-certified rheumatologist and integrative medicine specialist who created
106 Ripples of Goodness in a NYC Emergency Room
This episode is all about the inner workings of Sound Meditations for ripples of goodness in a difficult environment. A conversation with NYC Emergency Room Physician and sound meditation facilitator, Dr. William Berk. We talk about how he came to combine modern medicine with ancient techniques and how sound can be a surprising facilitation into a meditative state, especially for people who have t
105 What's Killing up to 2k College Students a Year, How to Choose Extracurriculars and more with Dr. Jill Grimes MD College Health Specialist
Today I’m so excited to have with us again, Dr. Jill Grimes, she is a board certified family medicine physician who is passionate about prevention. She is the author of the award winning humorous and evidence-based book “The ULTIMATE College Student Health Handbook: Your Guide for Everything from Hangovers to Homesickness”
She also wrote Seductive Delusions: how everyday people catch STDs, which c
104 Elizabeth Pyjov: Compassion is a Powerful Skill for Building Resilience
Most of us know compassion when we receive it and feel it for others, but did you know that compassion is a powerful skill that can be developed? Sometimes it takes an expert to help you unlock your inner superpower! With 3 Harvard degrees, one being a Master's in Buddhist Studies, she is the perfect person to show you how self-compassion can transform your life. Listen to my conversation with Eli
103 Choose the Right Things and Be Extraordinary
Being extraordinary refers to taking a step back and recognizing that what modern society calls "normal"—ways to eat, sleep, move, connect, and relax—often work against biological wellness. The seemingly insignificant daily "normal" behaviors add up, either moving us toward a healthy, wealthy, and fulfilling life or slowly chipping away at our mental and physical health. Knowing the science behind
102 How to Shift Mindsets to Motivate Healthy Behaviors
We all have a tendency to regress to unhealthy behaviors, especially when we're under stress. In this episode, Dr. Beth Frates and I discuss how to practice self-awareness so that we can understand ourselves so that our moment to moment decisions and behaviors align with our best selves.
Beth Frates, M.D. is the mom of two amazing college age boys; she's also a pioneer in Lifestyle Medicine
101 Motivation For Healthy Behaviors with Beth Frates M.D. President Elect of American College of Lifestyle Medicine
In this episode, Peg Frates, M.D. and I discuss the importance of reframing our story of who we are in order to tip our lifestyle habits toward a healthy balance. We also discuss mnemonics that help us remember the key ingredients to mental and physical wellness. Dr. Frates walks us through how to remember what brings us joy in order to strengthen our motivation to exercise regularly. Dr. Frates i
100 How to Elicit the Relaxation Response with a Mini Meditation to Calm Down and Reset
This is a continuation of my tribute to Dr. Herbert Benson, a Harvard cardiologist and pioneer in the field of my body medicine. The relaxation response is the opposite of the stress response. It's a natural part of our physiology, however unlike the stress response, which is automatic, we need to consciously elicit the relaxation response.
This recording is the way I learned it from Dr. Ben
99 Tribute to Dr. Herbert Benson Leader in Mind-Body Medicine and Author of the Relaxation Response
In this episode, I'm joined by my fellow mind-body physicians, April Hirschberg MD, Massachusetts General Hospital Psychiatrist and Cardiologist Robert Rollings MD. We remember and celebrate Dr. Herbert Benson, a Harvard cardiologist, best selling author of "The Relaxation Response", founder and Director Emeritus of the Benson-Henry Institute of Mind Body Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital
Highest Potential Goal Setting Part 2
This episode is Part 2 of the conversation Fi and I had about the importance of setting and achieving goals. In this episode, we will give you practical tools to get around our sometimes uncooperative minds that can pull us off track, so that we can persist in what we need to do in order to achieve our goals.It's my monthly chat with Fiona Murden, my great friend, awesome mom, award-winning author
Goal Setting Reflection Meditation
Meditate and reflect for 5 minutes to get clearer on your long term goals as well as what you need to do today. This is a short meditation so if you need more time between prompts, you can hit pause and come back. This meditation and reflection on setting goals is based on my conversation with Fiona Murden on Episode 96 Highest Potential Goal Setting Part I We talked about the importance of settin
Highest Potential Goal Setting Part I
This episode is Part I of the conversation Fi and I had about the importance of setting and achieving goals, how to figure out what our unique goals are, and how to motivate ourselves to actually change to move towards our goals.It's my monthly chat with Fiona Murden, my great friend, awesome mom, award-winning author, and host of Dot to Dot Podcast. Each month we sit down to discuss the science a
Loving Kindness for your Relaxation Response
This Rx Chill Pill meditation is an extended version re-release of a Loving Kindness meditation that will leave you feeling safe and relaxed. The Relaxation Response is a profoundly restorative state that every human being is capable of achieving. You probably have natural ways of eliciting this response daily. Still, with the overwhelming chronic daily stressors, it is becoming more and more impo
Lifestyle Medicine with Beth Frates M.D. President Elect of American College of Lifestyle Medicine
I am so excited to continue my conversation with Dr. Beth Frates M.D.; she's a pioneer in Lifestyle Medicine education, an award-winning teacher at Harvard, and president-elect of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Dr. Frates is passionate about empowering people to adopt healthy habits through research backed methods in health and wellness coaching. For all the links and resources we tal
Mini Chill Pill I Believe in You
This is an updated version with a few extra encouraging words from science. “I believe in you.” These simple four words mean the world to me and now I want to share them with you. So put on your earphones and your sunglasses, get comfortable and sit with me for a few minutes. The best part is that you can take this meditation with you wherever you go, no special place, clothes, or time is needed.
Lifestyle Medicine for Peak Performance with Beth Frates MD
Welcome to 2022! Learn science backed ways to take care of our mind-body-space with me! I am so excited to have Dr. Beth Frates with me. She's an MD and a pioneer in lifestyle medicine education. She is also an award-winning teacher at Harvard, and she is now the president-elect of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Listen as we start the conversation on how powerful lifestyle changes can
Highest Potential How to Start Writing Your Personal or College Essay
In this episode, Fi and I will talk about how to get started on writing a personal essay. We will tell you about several key questions and tools that you can apply to trigger memories to explore self-awareness. Whether you're writing your personal college essay or starting a self-reflection query, you can use this format so you don't get stuck with writer's block.Download your list of Values that
Chill Pill Calm Breath
Regulating our breath can have a significant effect on our stress levels.Longer exhales can slow down your heart rate, which in turn can signal to your brain that you are calm. Get a pen and paper for this scientific self-help exercise to see how this Chill Pill works for you. Let us know how you did! Take the poll on spotify! Regulate your breath to calm down your heart rate and focus your attent
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