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About Your Jeevn
At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Each week Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz (board certified lifestyle medicine physician and Jeevn’s Digital Health & Performance Lead) hosts in-depth conversations with leading scientists and experts, digging deep into health, sleep, nutrition, fitness, mental performance and technology. We uncover the unique strategies, scientific evidence and actionable insights powering the best in the business to unlock their full potential – so you can unlock yours. Connect with us on https://www.jeevn.com/
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- 17 Apr 2024
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17 Apr 2024
How to Overcome Anxiety to Function at Your Best with Dr. Lalitaa Suglani
On this week’s episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz is joined by Dr. Lalitaa Suglani, an acclaimed psychologist, leadership empowerment expert, international speaker, and author. Dr. Lalitaa believes that the key to achieving true and lasting success and happiness in all aspects of life lies within our own minds. She has witnessed how personal growth and self-awareness can enable us to control our thought patterns, manage our internal voice, develop a positive mindset, and build the life and career we desire. As an author, Dr. Lalitaa explores these topics in great depth in her book "High Functioning Anxiety," which is set to be released in May 2024. In this episode we dive into: - High functioning anxiety in athletes and executives - Sohaib’s personal experience with anxiety and decision-making - The effects of anxiety on performance - Our inherent need for validation and trusting intuition - What it means to unlearn our biases and focus on what’s important - The link between childhood and adolescent development and anxiety - The impact of social media and high functioning anxiety on our relationships What you’ll take out of it: - How to overcome anxiety and trust your instinct to make decisions - Unlearning negative beliefs and learning self-trust are essential steps in dealing with high functioning anxiety - Childhood and adolescent experiences can shape personality and contribute to the development of anxiety - Social media and high functioning anxiety can have a negative impact on relationships, leading to a lack of vulnerability and emotional availability - Developing self-worth and setting boundaries is crucial for healthy relationships - Recognizing red flags in relationships involves being aware of one's own feelings and communication patterns - The mind-body connection and self-trust are crucial for personal growth and healthy relationships - An understanding of which daily health habits we can implement such as morning meditation and movement, to help ground ourselves Follow Dr Lalitaa Suglani on: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.lalitaa/ (https://www.instagram.com/dr.lalitaa/) - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lalitaa-suglani (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-lalitaa-suglani/?originalSubdomain=uk) - Website: https://drlalitaa.com/ (https://drlalitaa.com/) - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLalitaaSuglani (https://www.youtube.com/c/DrLalitaaSuglani) - Book pre-order: https://www.amazon.com/High-Functioning-Anxiety-5-Step-Calming-Thriving/dp/1401976603 (https://www.amazon.com/High-Functioning-Anxiety-5-Step-Calming-Thriving/dp/1401976603) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
11 Apr 2024
Is There An Optimal Diet? with Dr. Frank Cusimano
On this week’s episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz is joined by Dr. Frank Cusimano, internal medicine resident at JMH/UM. Frank has a passion for innovation, biomedical research, medical education, nutrition & microbiome research, biotechnology, and endurance sports. With a PhD in Nutrition & Metabolism, Frank highlights some of the major issues in how we view nutrition today, specifically with respect to misinformation. In this episode he shares insights from his years of experience in conducting nutrition research and as an endurance athlete himself. In this episode we dive into: - Misinformation with respect to nutrition - What is a microbiome and why it is important - Understanding probiotics - How can we think about spice in our diet - Is ‘Big food’ influencing our diets for the worse? - Why nutritional studies are so difficult to conduct - The relationship between supplements and the brain - How to think about processed and ultra-processed food - The factors that go into committing to a diet - Are eggs good or bad for us? What you’ll take out of it: - The process we can follow to determine whether a particular food will be beneficial to our health, and the caveats we need to consider - Dietary and lifestyle practices we can follow to live a healthier, and more fulfilling life - A new lens to apply when analyzing the outcomes from various nutritional studies - What we can do to improve our brain function when it comes to nutrition and lifestyle - An understanding of the difference between organic, processed and ultra-processed food and what to avoid - An understanding of the 10-12 barriers to implementing a healthy diet and how we can use this knowledge to empower our own journey to healthy living - What makes behavior change so difficult? Follow Frank Cusimano on: - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dr.cusimano/?hl=en (https://www.instagram.com/dr.cusimano/?hl=en)) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-cusimano-med/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-cusimano-med/)) - Twitter (https://twitter.com/frank_cusimano (https://twitter.com/frank_cusimano)) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/c/frankcusimano/videos (https://www.youtube.com/c/frankcusimano/videos)) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
4 Apr 2024
How to Make Better Decisions with Dr. Austin Perlmutter
On this week’s episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz is joined by Dr. Austin Perlmutter, a board-certified internal medicine physician, New York Times bestselling author, published researcher, health investor and international educator. They explore the importance of brain health and how it relates to decision-making and chronic diseases. Austin shares his journey of realizing the limitations of traditional medicine in preventing and reversing diseases and his focus on understanding the brain's role in decision-making. He emphasizes the significance of habits and unconscious decision-making in shaping our behaviors and the need to address the underlying brain state. Austin’s mission is to help people improve their health by targeting the biological basis of “stuckness” in our brains and bodies. His writing, presentations, podcasts, and online educational programs explore how environmental factors influence our cognitive and mental state and have reached millions. In this episode we dive into: - Understanding habits and unconscious decision-making - Frameworks for making better decisions - The pathway of senescence, epigenetics, and the immune system - Neuroinflammation and brain fog What you’ll take out of it: - How habits and unconscious decision-making heavily influence our behaviors and require targeted interventions for change - Understanding the brain's role in decision-making and programming it for healthier choices - Lifestyle modifications, such as improving sleep quality and reducing inflammation, can have a significant impact on brain health and cognition - The APOE allele is associated with an increased risk of Alzheimer's disease, but lifestyle modifications can still dramatically decrease the risk - Neuroinflammation is a key factor in brain health and cognition, and can be reduced through lifestyle interventions. Follow Austin Perlmutter on: - Website (https://www.austinperlmutter.com/ (https://www.austinperlmutter.com/)) - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/draustinperlmutter (https://www.instagram.com/draustinperlmutter)) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-perlmutter-md-799a03177/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-perlmutter-md-799a03177/)) - Twitter (https://twitter.com/austinperlmd (https://twitter.com/austinperlmd)) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQOgwRDnA_vpvW9nnUh9KBg (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQOgwRDnA_vpvW9nnUh9KBg)) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
28 Mar 2024
Using the Power of Dreams to Unlock Creativity with Mia Lux Koning
On this week’s episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz is joined by dream expert Mia Lux Koning. Mia is a former lawyer, and television personality featured in various television shows and films. She’s now a lucid dream expert and runs the Lucid Dream Dojo (https://www.luciddreamdojo.com/), an integration of psychological practice and spiritual development to unlock the unconscious mind. In this episode we dive into: - Techniques for inducing lucid dreaming - The relationship between lucid dreaming and personal growth - How to enhance creativity and improve problem solving skills - Utilizing lucid dreaming as a tool for spiritual exploration What you’ll take out of it: - Understanding the stages of sleep, including REM sleep and its relationship to dreaming - The neurological mechanisms of lucid dreaming - How to cultivate awareness in dreams and use lucid dreaming for mindfulness practices - Uncover the importance of therapy and self awareness Follow Mia Lux Koning: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mymialux/ (https://www.instagram.com/mymialux/)) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mymialux/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mymialux/)) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
17 Mar 2024
The Knowledge Worker's Guide to Peak Performance with James Hewitt
On this week’s episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz is joined by human performance expert James Hewitt. James Hewitt is a performance scientist, speaker and author. Combining first-hand experience as a full-time racing cyclist with over 15 years of ground-breaking work and research, proven on Formula 1 tracks and Fortune 500 companies, James integrates endurance sports strategies with cutting-edge insights from neuroscience, physiology and organisational psychology to reveal a future where wellbeing fuels business success. He is currently doing a doctorate in Human Performance. In this episode we dive into: - What human performance means in the context of knowledge workers in the workplace - How various factors impact human performance, including nutrition, sleep, and the environment - Practical tips for optimizing nutrition and sleep to enhance cognitive performance - The importance of taking a holistic approach to your well-being and an understanding of how various foundational factors including influence outcomes - How napping and sleep pressure relate, and the time of day effects on physical and cognitive performance - The benefits of different working approaches and how it relates to your personality What you’ll take out of it: - The best time of day to exercise - Which phases of the day are suited for different types of cognitive work - How taking breaks and engaging in low cognitive gear activities during the trough period can support recovery - Why regular aerobic exercise is associated with cognitive benefits and brain health - How your environment supports wellbeing and performance Follow James Hewitt on: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesphewitt/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesphewitt/) - Twitter: https://twitter.com/jamesphewitt (https://twitter.com/jamesphewitt) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
6 Mar 2024
The Intricacies of Human Performance with Brady Holmer
On this week’s episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, join Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz in an insightful conversation with Brady Holmer. Brady holds a Master's in Human Performance which he completed at the University of Florida, focusing on Kinesiology and Exercise Science. He regularly shares valuable insights on the latest science-based information on health and human performance in his newsletter Physiologically Speaking (https://www.physiologicallyspeaking.com/) to over 9,000 subscribers. In this engaging discussion, they explore the intricacies of human performance, breaking down its complexities and providing practical applications. The conversation centres on actionable insights and effective strategies aimed at improving performance across different facets of life, creating a comprehensive framework for achieving peak performance. In this episode, we dive into: - The physical, mental, and emotional aspects that make up human performance - The relationship between exercise and quality sleep, including the right timing and intensity - Influence of nutrition on sleep, including late-night eating, and valuable insights into the role of pre-bedtime carbs intake - The essential role of rest and recovery in achieving peak performance and effective rejuvenation strategies. What you'll take out of it: - How focus, nutrition, exercise, and rest are all interconnected for peak performance - Understand the crucial role of consistent, quality sleep for cognition - The benefits of supplements and dietary changes for better cognitive function - How simple activities like walking can positively impact overall well-being. Follow Brady Holmer on: - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brady.j.holmer/ (https://www.instagram.com/brady.j.holmer/)) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brady-holmer-2b97496b/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/brady-holmer-2b97496b/)) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
29 Feb 2024
How Hormonal Changes Influence Your Behavior with Keris Marsden
On this week's 'Your Jeevn' podcast, we had the privilege of hosting Keris Marsden. She is a qualified Naturopathic Nutritional Therapist, Personal Trainer, Yoga Instructor, and co-author of the best-selling paleo-inspired recipe book, The Paleo Primer. Keris is dedicated to showcasing that a nourishing diet consisting of high-quality, delicious, and readily available produce is vital for experiencing a prolonged, vibrant, and positively energized life. During the podcast, Keris and Dr. Sohaib Imtiaz discuss various aspects of women's health, such as the fluctuations in hormones throughout a woman's monthly cycle and its effects on mood, energy levels, and concentration. Keris emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy diet and adjusting exercise routines according to different phases of the menstrual cycle, whilst also highlighting how hormonal changes can influence behavior. Keris Marsden shares her insights on a range of women's health subjects in the podcast, covering aspects like timing in relationships, perimenopause and menopause, metabolic shifts and lifestyle. In this episode, we dive into: - Hormonal changes during a woman's monthly cycle and how it impacts nutrition and exercise - The importance of resistance training and protein intake for improved body composition and metabolic health - Various supplements like omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, magnesium, iron, and vitamin D that may be beneficial for women's health - Natural stages in a woman's life, perimenopause and menopause which are characterized by hormonal changes and various symptoms What you’ll take out of it: - Awareness and education about menopause to fully understand and manage symptoms - How lifestyle factors such as nutrition, exercise, and sleep are essential during perimenopause and menopause due to metabolic changes - Hair loss (for both men and women) due to hormonal imbalances can be managed through nutrition and lifestyle changes - How hormone replacement therapy (HRT) can be helpful in managing perimenopause and menopause Follow Keris Marsden on: - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/kerismarsdennutrition/) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/keris-marsden-0341314b/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
21 Feb 2024
Why Testosterone is a Crucial Marker of Physiological Health with Dr. Abud Bakri
Join us in this week's episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast as we welcome Internal Medicine specialist Dr. Abud Bakri, who has trained at the prestigious Loma Linda Medical Centre in California. With his background as a powerlifter and a practitioner of multiple day fasting protocols, Abud brings a unique perspective to the conversation on hormones, obesity and men’s health. Abud has a deep understanding of human physiology and in our discussion, he delves into various aspects of health optimization, with a particular focus on testosterone levels. In particular, he explains the significance of hormones and the impact of factors such as obesity, circadian rhythm, and sunlight exposure on testosterone levels. In this episode, we dive into: - The role of hormones and their significance in the body, with a focus on testosterone - The importance of sunlight, nutrition, exercise, and fasting for testosterone optimization - Insights on supplements, peptides, and gene therapy as potential avenues for health optimization - Energy transfer and the importance of communicating health ideas What you’ll take out of it: - Lifestyle adjustments to maintain optimal testosterone levels - Daily fluctuations in testosterone levels and their potential impact on mood - How nutritional choices impact on testosterone levels Follow on Dr. Abud Bakri: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abud_bakri/ (https://www.instagram.com/abud_bakri/) - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/abud-bakri-md-a3975a193/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/abud-bakri-md-a3975a193/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
14 Feb 2024
Why Effective Coaching Forms the Foundation for Peak Performance with Josh Bonhotal
On this week's episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Josh Bonhotal. As the head of TXV's human performance investing, Josh is a tech founder, human performance advocate, and currently in charge of the company's investments in human performance. Josh's professional journey includes leading operations for Future from its seed through Series A, culminating in a successful public launch in May 2019. Josh held this position for two and a half years before moving up to the role of Vice President of Performance. Before his venture into Silicon Valley, Joshua served as Director of Sports Performance for Purdue University Men’s Basketball. Under his leadership, he implemented a player development model that resulted in an impressive 99.8% player availability rate over seven seasons. Joshua kickstarted his career by translating a childhood dream of playing for the Chicago Bulls into a unique opportunity to work with them immediately upon graduating from the University of Wisconsin. During his four-season tenure as a Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Bulls, he coached Derrick Rose, who not only secured the Rookie of the Year award in 2009 but also went on to claim the MVP title in 2011. Additionally, he made significant contributions to the team's remarkable achievement of an NBA-best 62-win season in 2011-12. In this episode, we dive into: - The need for consistency and discipline in achieving optimal performance. - Exploring the role of coaching and building trust in helping individuals reach their full potential. - The significance of psychology in coaching and how it impacts the physiological adaptations of athletes. - The role of AI in coaching, acknowledging its potential to enhance the work of coaches but emphasizing the need for human support and accountability. What you will you take out of it: - Movement, nutrition, sleep, and stress management are fundamental pillars of human performance. - Building a relationship and trust with a coach is essential for personal growth and success. - Elite athletes and high performers prioritize consistent habits and focus on the process rather than the outcome. Follow Joshua A. Bonhotal on: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jbonhotal/ (https://www.instagram.com/jbonhotal/) - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-bonhotal-5058332b/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-bonhotal-5058332b/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
7 Feb 2024
Do You Really Want to Live Forever? with Dr. Adam Bataineh
In this week's episode of the ‘Your Jeevn’ podcast, we welcome Dr Adam Bataineh, a longevity doctor with a clinical background in internal medicine and oncology. Dr. Bataineh holds degrees in medicine (MD), genomics (MSc), and cancer biology (PGCert) and is a distinguished member of the Royal College of Physicians (UK). As a visionary in his field, he focuses his expertise on the prevention of age-related diseases through early testing and advanced medical interventions. As the founder of Numenor, he strives to enhance the adoption of genuine preventive health and medicine. He previously launched a successful longevity coaching platform called Span Health, reaching thousands of users across the US and the UK, raising multiple rounds of funding before eventually being acquired by Eight Sleep. In this episode, we dive into: - The differences between lifespan and healthspan, and the role of genetics in longevity - The trade-offs between longevity and performance - Integration of technology and human coaching to drive behavior change - Myths and trends in longevity science What you will take out of it: - Longevity is not just about extending lifespan, but also about improving healthspan and quality of life - The role of human coaching and AI as a powerful tool for behavior change - An understanding of how passive data collection through wearables may be more practical than self-reporting - What aspects you should focus on for health optimization rather than just chasing extreme longevity Follow Dr Adam Bataineh on: - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dradambat/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adambataineh/ At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
31 Jan 2024
Why Insufficient Sleep is Harming Your Cognitive Performance with Dr. Greg Potter
On this week's episode of the Your Jeevn podcast, we are joined by Dr. Greg Potter, a renowned sleep expert with a PhD focused on sleep, circadian rhythms, nutrition, and metabolism. Greg's coaching expertise spans diverse individuals, from those managing complex chronic health conditions to high-performing executives and world record-breaking athletes. His methods are backed by substantial academic research, offering evidence-based advice. Greg is dedicated to helping people feel great and making a positive impact. In today's challenging world, many of us strive to look better, perform at our best, and find happiness and wellness. Yet, modern life often clashes with our body's needs - demanding work, fast food, sedentary habits, and isolation. Greg empowers by guiding simple, sustainable lifestyle changes, adding both years to lives and life to years. In this episode, we dive into: - Common sleep problems including lifestyle-driven insufficient sleep, snoring, insomnia, sleep apnea, and circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders - How insufficient sleep harms cognitive performance, including attention, working memory, and decision-making - Unravelling insomnia symptoms through the 3P model - Approaches for reconditioning sleep associations and establishing an effective bedtime routines What you’ll take out of it: - Recognise the critical dimensions of sleep health including the significance of duration, quality, and timing for overall well-being - Analysis of sleep-related products such as blue light blocking glasses, weighted blankets, magnesium supplements, binaural beats, and white noise - The secrets to quality sleep with these health essentials - The pros and cons of interpreting sleep data from smart wearables devices Follow Greg Potter on: - Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/gregpotterphd/) - LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregpotterphd/?originalSubdomain=uk) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
24 Jan 2024
Why the Future of Mental Health is Brain Health with Dr. Ketam Hamdan
"The future of mental health, which I refer to as brain health, lies in innovative forms of therapy that measure more critical data points such as biofeedback" 🧠🤔 On this week's episode of the Your Jeevn podcast, we are joined by Harvard and Columbia grad, therapist and mental health expert Dr Ketam Hamdan. Dr Hamdan is a certified therapist with expertise and training in trauma, emotional regulation and neurofeedback. With a strong academic background, Dr. Hamdan holds a Ph.D. in Psychology, a Master’s in Religion and Psychology from Harvard University, and a Master’s of Science from Columbia University. With substantive expertise across the field of mental health, Dr. Hamdan helps her clients with self development and healing from trauma. Her organisation Brain Health focuses on the connection between the head, heart, and body. She is passionately pioneering the shift away from “mental health” and towards “brain health”, emphasising the importance of focusing on the physical aspect of mental health conditions through evidence-based strategies. Alongside Brain Health, she manages a non-profit mental health team for Annisa Hope Center’s trauma clients. In this episode, we dive into: - Is mental health as important as physical health? - The valuable insights from brain scans into mental health - Understanding the window of tolerance and why managing stress is crucial for high-performing individuals - The importance of heart rate variability (HRV) as a metric for stress management and its link with burnout - Tools like meditation and neurofeedback can help regulate the brain and stay in the green zone What you will get out of it: - Recognise the symptoms of burnout and what strategies to use to overcome it - How to use emotional regulation to prevent burnout and maintain healthy relationships - The importance of finding the right therapist - How past experiences can impact present relationships - The secret to increasing neuroplasticity and brain growth - sleep, diet, exercise, and mental stimulation Follow Dr. Ketam Hamdan on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brainhealthdoc/ (https://www.instagram.com/brainhealthdoc/)) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drketamhamdan/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drketamhamdan/)) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
17 Jan 2024
Unlocking Your Mind to Achieve Sustained Peak Performance with Alex Auerbach
"Coaching is the single most impactful human performance intervention we have." 💪🧠 On this week’s episode of Your Jeevn podcast, we are joined by Alex Auerbach, a mental performance coach with a unique journey from college football coach to a performance psychologist. With a PhD in counselling psychology, he delves into the mental health spectrum, from clinical issues to everyday challenges. Alex brings a wealth of experience, having spent four years with the NBA's Toronto Raptors, focusing on optimising human performance for players, coaches, and staff. He has worked with elite teams and performers from a range of domains - including Olympians, Army Special Forces, Fortune 500 Companies, and Venture-Backed Startups. In this episode, we dive into: - What role a mental performance coach plays in your life - How to build resilience and prioritise recovery - The fundamentals behind behaviour change - Strategies to enhance performance What you'll take out of it: - Navigating through imposter syndrome and burnout - Embracing stress to have a positive impact on growth - How to shape positive behavioural shifts - What to focus on for sustainable success Follow Alex Auerbach on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/alexauerbachphd/?hl=en) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexauerbachphd/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
10 Jan 2024
How to Lose Weight…and Keep It Off with Dr. Spencer Nadolsky
How can we maintain a healthy weight? Weight loss is not as simple as calories in, calories out. On this week’s episode of Your Jeevn, we are delighted to be joined by board certified Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine Physician and Medical Director at Weight Watchers Spencer Nadolsky MD, AKA "the doctor who lifts". Spencer specialises in helping people lose weight and grew to fame using memes to debunk medical misconceptions. He subsequently set up Sequence Health, a telemedicine platform providing personalised weight loss programmes and has extensive experience using GLP1s and lifestyle for weight loss. In this episode, we dive into: - What is appetite control? - Understanding the risks of obesity - Challenging traditional views on weight and health - The benefits of GLP-1 medications - Strategies to effectively lose fat What you’ll take out of it: - How to set realistic weight loss goals - The relationship between weight and fitness - How should you think about a healthy diet and what are some of the key foods to include - The importance of personalising health protocols Follow Dr. Spencer Nadolsky on: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drnadolsky/ (https://www.instagram.com/drnadolsky/) LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-nadolsky-do-784b019/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencer-nadolsky-do-784b019/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
3 Jan 2024
Increase your Stress Threshold to Power Performance with Dr. Dave Rabin
In this week's episode of the Your Jeevn podcast, we are joined by Board certified Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist and Founder of Apollo Neuro Dr. Dave Rabin. Dave is a neuroscientist, board-certified psychiatrist, health tech entrepreneur & inventor who has been studying the impact of chronic stress in humans for more than 15 years. With extensive expertise across the field of mental health, Dave helps his clients take control of their physical and mental health by tapping into their abilities to heal and adapt. He is the Chief Medical Officer & co-founder at Apollo Neuroscience, which has developed the first scientifically-validated wearable technology that actively improves energy, focus & relaxation using a novel touch therapy that signals safety to the brain. In this episode, we dive into: - The impact of stress on mental health and performance - Techniques to manage stress, including biofeedback and neurofeedback - The use of psychedelics in trauma therapy and their potential for enhancing resilience - Positive effects of gratitude on mental and physical well-being What you’ll take out of it: - Understand the different types of stress and their impact on the body - How to increase your stress threshold and reduce your stress response - The impact of AI and solutions like Apollo Neuro on optimising mental health and sleep - How to practice gratitude in your daily life Follow Dr. Dave Rabin on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drdavidrabin/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdavemdphd/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
27 Dec 2023
How to Improve Brain Health and Cognitive Performance with Dr. Tommy Wood
On this week’s episode of Your Jeevn, we are joined by physician, neuroscientist and human performance expert Dr Tommy Wood M.D., Ph.D. Tommy has held academic positions at the University of Washington, the Institute of Human and Machine Cognition and is a graduate of the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. He focuses on understanding how lifestyle choices and environmental factors contribute to brain health, cognitive function, and chronic disease. Alongside his comprehensive research on brain health, he works extensively with high performing Formula 1 teams to optimise their performance, a role which involves developing nutrition and lifestyle strategies for drivers in elite motorsports. In this episode, we dive into: - What is a nutrient-dense diet and why it is important for brain health - How physical activity supports brain health and function - Some of the ways we can measure our brain function and cognitive strain - The uses and limitations of nootropics such as ashwagandha for enhanced cognition and stress management - The misconception of flow state for knowledge workers What you’ll take out of it: - Understand how you can improve your brain health using nutrition, exercise, sleep and stress management - Learn how to perform at your best in the face of suboptimal conditions - Why sleep and stress management are crucial for optimal cognitive function - How to optimise your brain function and intelligence through targeted training and stimulation Follow Dr. Tommy Wood on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D) (https://www.instagram.com/drtommywood?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-wood-35b685a8) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-wood-35b685a8) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
21 Dec 2023
The (Behaviour) Science Behind Building Sustainable Habits with Casey Hughes
In this, the first ever episode of the Your Jeevn podcast, we are joined by renowned Silicon Valley-based behavioural scientist and special Jeevn advisor Casey Hughes. Casey has led the ground-up design of numerous health apps, coaching programs, and large-scale behaviour change interventions at leading organisations such as Stanford, Apple, and Anthem. In the course of her work, and as a coach herself, she has helped hundreds of thousands of people enhance their mental wellbeing, achieve sustainable weight loss, and reverse chronic illness. In this episode, we dive into: - The science (and behaviour science) of sustainable habit formation - Dopamine and its role in addictive behaviours - The future of behavioural science and AI - Automation and passive health tracking What you’ll take out of it: - How to break bad habits, and build healthy ones - Learn the secrets to establishing long term behaviour change - Understand the crucial role sleep plays in regulating emotions and improving performance - Overcoming your biases, such as social desirability bias Follow Casey Hughes on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/coachcaseyh/) (https://www.instagram.com/coachcaseyh/) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseyphughes/) (https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseyphughes/) At Jeevn, we are dedicated to optimising human performance and maximising healthspan through a unique blend of cutting-edge technology and deeply personalised coaching. Follow us on: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) (https://www.instagram.com/jeevnhq) Twitter (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) (https://twitter.com/JeevnHQ) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) (https://www.linkedin.com/company/jeevn/) Learn more: https://www.jeevn.com/
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