Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Transform your mornings with Loftie: Get a game-changing, phone-free alarm clock and save 20% on orders over $100 with promo code FITMESS20 at WWW.BYLOFTIE.COM. -- Why does your brain treats a mildly awkward social interaction like a life-or-death situation?

Anxiety levels are skyrocketing lately as our primitive brains struggle to cope with modern stressors like social media, constant notifications, and relentless work culture.

In this episode, learn how anxiety manifests in different forms, discover practical techniques for managing anxiety in the moment, and understand why your brain reacts the way it does to perceived threats. This episode provides actionable strategies for befriending your anxiety and regaining control of your thoughts.

Press play to transform your relationship with anxiety and learn why your prehistoric brain might be making modern life harder than it needs to be.

Topics Discussed:

• Evolution of anxiety from survival tool to modern-day challenge
• Different types of anxiety disorders and their manifestations
• Physical and mental symptoms of anxiety
• Impact of modern technology and social media on anxiety
• Practical anxiety management techniques
• The role of sleep and caffeine in anxiety
• Overthinking patterns and how to break them
• Grounding techniques for panic attacks
• The importance of self-compassion in anxiety management
• How to distinguish between real and imagined threats

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Are you struggling with the weight of trying to handle everything alone as a man?

Many men today face a crisis of loneliness and disconnection, often waiting until divorce, job loss, or addiction forces them to seek help. But there's a better way forward.

In this episode, you'll discover what healthy masculinity really means, why therapy specifically designed for men is different and more effective, and understand practical steps to break free from isolation and build meaningful connections with other men.

Our guest, Marc Azoulay from Men's Therapy Online reveals the four pillars of authentic masculinity and shares how men can proactively take charge of their mental health before crisis strikes.

Topics Discussed:

• Common barriers preventing men from seeking mental health support
• The current masculinity crisis and finding middle ground between traditional and modern views
• Four pillars of healthy masculinity: strength, courage, mastery, and honor
• How to combat loneliness and build meaningful male friendships as an adult
• Why many traditional therapy approaches fail men
• The importance of having male therapists who understand men's experiences
• Practical steps for getting started with therapy
• How community and group support aid in healing
• The value of proactive vs. reactive mental health care
• Breaking free from the "fix it yourself" mindset

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• Get started as a Certified Professional Life Coach!
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Why does some health advice works great for others but fails miserably for you? In this conversation with Dr. Bobby Dubois, we dive into the science of personalized health and why the one-size-fits-all approach often leads to frustration and failure. Whether you're struggling with building healthy habits or tired of wasting money on trendy supplements that don't work, this episode reveals how to conduct your own health experiments and discover what truly works for YOUR body. You'll learn the truth about cold plunging, sauna benefits, and supplement myths, plus discover your unique "health type" that could be the key to finally making lasting changes. Don't miss Dr. Bobby's practical framework for testing health interventions that could revolutionize your wellness journey.

Topics Discussed:

• The N of 1 approach to personalized health
• Five different health types and how to identify yours
• Scientific evidence behind cold plunging and sauna use
• Truth about supplements and common health myths
• Sleep optimization strategies
• Combining health practices efficiently
• Understanding placebo and nocebo effects
• Evidence-based approach to wellness
• Personal health experimentation methods
• Importance of measuring results quantitatively

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Our guest is Jill Sitnick. She is the author of “Rescuing Jill, How MDMA, with a Dash of Magic Mushrooms, Healed my Childhood Trauma-Induced PTSD.”

In recent years there's been a lot of research looking at MDMA to treat post-traumatic stress disorder. There are also a number of clinical trials looking at psilocybin (magic mushrooms) to treat depression. And both of those are probably very close to getting approved in the next couple of years.

In this episode, you’ll hear from Jill Sitnick. She is the author of “Rescuing Jill, How MDMA, with a Dash of Magic Mushrooms, Healed my Childhood Trauma-Induced PTSD.” Jill shares her experience with PTSD to explain her healing with psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. She is a strong advocate for more research into psychedelics for mental health issues in the hopes of giving more people the opportunity to heal.

• What is MDMA
• How can psychedelics help you heal from trauma
• Psychedelic-assisted therapy and recreational tripping are very different experiences
• Who should NOT use psychedelic therapy
• Why is "set and setting" so important for this therapy
• Why do people say this therapy is 10 years of therapy in 8 hours

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Ever feel like your life is a whirlwind of stress and you can't catch your breath?

In today's fast-paced world, many of us struggle to find time for self-reflection and emotional processing. This episode explores how to navigate the chaos and prioritize your mental health.

You will gain insights into recognizing stress triggers, the importance of scheduled self-care, and techniques for processing emotions effectively.

Listen now to learn how to reclaim control of your mental wellbeing and find calm amidst the storm.

Topics discussed:

• The challenge of tracking time and experiences in a busy life
• Physical manifestations of stress and anxiety
• Importance of scheduling "do nothing" time
• Productivity and procrastination strategies
• Benefits of verbalizing thoughts and feelings
• Evolution of therapy experiences over time
• Value of regular check-ins for mental health
• Comparison of solo vs. group wellness activities
• Techniques for emotional processing and self-reflection
• Importance of "unloading" in therapy sessions

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LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:

• Take control of how you’d like to feel with Apollo Neuro
• Explore the many benefits of cold therapy for your body with Nurecover
• Muse's Brain Sensing Headbands Improve Your Meditation Practice.
• Get started as a Certified Professional Life Coach!
• Get a Free One Year Supply of AG1 Vitamin D3+K2, 5 Travel Packs
• Revamp your life with Bulletproof Coffee
• You Need a Budget helps you quickly get out of debt, and save money faster!
• Start your own podcast!