Health Gig

On this episode of Health Gig, we welcome Melvin McLeod, a celebrated editor and writer in the field of Buddhist teachings and practice. In his extensive experience, he has edited three books of teachings by Thich Nhat Han, authored Mindful Politics: A Buddhist Guide to Making the World a Better Place, and currently serves as editor-in-chief of Lion's Roar and Buddhadharma, and series editor for the Best Buddhist Writing Series. His work discusses self-help, meditation, morality, and current events, all while showing Buddhism’s prevalence and relevance in our modern society. McLeod believes that incorporating Buddhist ideas on mindfulness is possible for both religious and secular individuals and that the Four Noble Truths hold universal significance. More on Melvin McLeod: Website: https://www.lionsroar.com/author/melvin-mcleod/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melvin.mcleod.378 Twitter: https://twitter.com/melvinmcleodsun

On this episode of Health Gig, we hear from Carley Hauck, who is a Senior Learning Architect and Executive Coach. Carley is vastly experienced in the world of both professional and individual development, having supported leaders in Fortune 100 companies as well as practiced as a marriage and family therapist. Holding a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology, Carley also serves as adjunct instructor at UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and Stanford University and is certified in the IEQ-9 Leadership Assessment and is a Certified Psychological Safety Practitioner through the Fearless Organization. She is the author of Shine: Ignite Your Inner Game to Lead Consciously at Work and In the World. More on Carley Hauck: Website: https://carleyhauck.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carley.hauck/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pg/leadingfromwholeness/posts/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/carleyhauck LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carley-hauck

On this episode of Health Gig, we welcome celebrated Nutritional Psychiatrist Dr. Uma Naidoo. As both a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and professional chef, she serves as the Director of Nutritional and Lifestyle Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital. In her research on the relationship between mental health and the gut microbiome, Dr. Naidoo was inspired to write This Is Your Brain on Food, a guide to the mind-body relationship of food consumption that is celebrated in both the academic and culinary communities. In addition to writing about the effects of good eating, she also develops delicious recipes, leads successful cooking seminars, and teaches healthy cooking techniques at the Massachusetts General Hospital Academy. More on Dr. Uma Naidoo: Website: https://umanaidoomd.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drumanaidoo/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrUmaNaidoo/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrUmaNaidoo LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/umanaidoomd

On this episode of Health Gig, our guest is the renowned health and wellness industry veteran Karen Thomson, author of “The Sugar Free Revolution,” pioneering work in the field of sugar and complex carb addiction. After battling addiction issues and receiving rehabilitation services, she realized there was a need for a support system for those battling sugar dependencies. In 2013 she started the world's first inpatient sugar and carb addiction program in South Africa. Since then, she has launched Sugar Free Revolution and the Harmony Eating and Lifestyle Program, an online webinar program, and hosted The First International Low Carb High Fat Health Summit. Her philosophy teaches that sugar and carbohydrate addiction is a disease, and participants in her programs are offered guidance and support to help adjust their behaviors and improve their lives. More on Karen Thomson: Website: https://karen-thomson-d774.mykajabi.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugarfreerevolution/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karenthomsonsugarfree/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/_karen_thomson_?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenthomson12 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDMsvrB3Tkxrtms0ug2ii1g Podcast: https://wildhealth.libsyn.com/karen-thomson-on-sugar-addiction-other-addictions-and-how-to-break-the-cycle

On this episode of Health Gig we are diving into our Human Design charts with Nikki Brafman, Founder of the School of Manifestation & Host of The Bridge Work Podcast. Human Design combines four spiritual modalities, Chinese I Ching, the Hindu Brahman Chakra System, the Kabbalah, and astrology and then it adds scientific modalities as well, like quantum mechanics, astronomy, biochemistry and genetics. All of these layers combine to create a deeper understanding of ourselves and others. In addition to explaining key elements of Human Design, in this episode Nikki also breaks down Doro and Tricia’s charts as well. You can download your own chart and learn more about Human Design at www.nikkibrafman.com. ________________________________________________________________ More on Nikki Brafman: Website: https://www.nikkibrafman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nikkibrafman/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikkibrafman/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/nikkibrafman?lang=en LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkibrafman Podcast: https://www.nikkibrafman.com/the-bridge-work-podcast

On this episode of Health Gig we are excited to share another part of our Powered by Paragon series. Here, we dive into the world of sexual health and wellness and how it relates to our overall well being. Our guest is Dr. Amy Killen, an anti-aging and regenerative medicine physician who specializes in aesthetics and sexual medicine. Dr. Killen is board certified in Emergency Medicine, and has over ten years of direct patient care under her belt. She is fellowship trained in anti-aging and regenerative medicine through the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine and has done extensive training in platelet rich plasma, stem cells, hair restoration, bio-identical hormones, nutrition, and fitness. A huge thank you to Paragon Performance Evolution for making this episode possible. ________________________________________________________________ More on Dr. Amy Killen: Website: https://dramykillen.com/dr-amy-killen/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amybkillen/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyBKillen Twitter: https://twitter.com/dramybkillen?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBLk8xTa4qzE7J8bID7KIKg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amykillenmd

We are thrilled to share an incredibly inspiring story on this episode of Health Gig. Chris Nikic is the first athlete in the world with Down Syndrome to complete an Ironman. Chris is joined by his friend and coach Dan Grieb, who is the CEO of Home to Sell Team at Keller Williams and has completed 17 Ironman races himself. Together they discuss making the world a more inclusive place, where they draw their inspiration from, and how they motivate each other. Chris recently authored “1% Better: Reaching My Full Potential and How You Can Too” which will be published on October 5th, 2021. You can preorder it now on amazon today. ________________________________________________________________ More on Chris and Dan: Website: https://chrisnikic.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisnikic/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/dgrieb/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.nikic https://www.facebook.com/dgrieb Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrisnikic?lang=en https://twitter.com/dangrieb ________________________________________________________________ Books Mentioned: 1% Better: Reaching My Full Potential and How You Can Too

On this episode, we are so grateful to be joined by Laura D. Adams to discuss our financial health as we close in on tax season. She is a personal finance expert, author of nine books, and has been the host of the popular “Money Girl Podcast” since 2008. On Health Gig, Laura talks all about her new book, “Money-Smart Solopreneur: A Personal Finance System for Freelancers, Entrepreneurs, and Side-Hustlers”, breaks down retirement savings, investment tips, and advice to younger people looking to manage their finances. _____________________________________________________________ More on Laura Adams: Website: https://lauradadams.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauradadams/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/lauradadams Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraDAdamsAuthor/about/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauradadams Twitter: https://twitter.com/LauraAdams?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor _____________________________________________________________ Books Mentioned: Money-Smart Solopreneur: A Personal Finance System for Freelancers, Entrepreneurs, and Side-Hustlers

On this episode, we are so grateful to be joined by Adriana Carrig. She is the Founder & CEO of the Little Words Project, a company that spreads love, acceptance, and kindness one bracelet at a time. What started in college turned into a full business after graduating from the College of New Jersey, and now the Little Words Project bracelets can be found worldwide. On Health Gig, Adriana talks about how she got started, her desire to make the world a better place, and the importance of women working together in our communities. ______________________________________________________________ More on Adriana Carrig: Website: https://littlewordsproject.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianacarrig/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSMWjVkh217wJkdojgTnlHQ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/littlewordsproject LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adriana-carrig-06b51336 Twitter: https://twitter.com/adriana_carrig

On this episode of Health Gig, we are thrilled to be joined by author, speaker, and motivator, Cathy Richards. Cathy is the author of Boom: 6 Steps to a Longer, Healthier Life, which provides practical tips for exercise, eating healthy, and living longer. An exercise physiologist with more than 20 years experience as a wellness coach, Cathy has worked with college students, corporate executives, busy moms and older adults. Her unique and never too early, never too late approach to lifelong vitality capitalizes on the connections between these exciting stages of life, and we are so honored Cathy could discuss her work with us for Health Gig. ______________________________________________________________ More on Cathy Richards: Website: https://www.cathyrichards.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inspiringvitality/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk-1snhO42J6z9U6o4sfDYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InspiringVitality/?modal=admin_todo_tour LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathy-richards-m-a-58a58216/ ______________________________________________________________ Books Mentioned: Boom: 6 Steps to a Longer, Healthier Life

The Bright Bold & Real Co-Mindfulness Project has produced a special community series as we literally go inside at this time to refresh and heal. This guided meditation is perfect to give your mind a rest and give your week a sense of calm, grace and flexibility. The sessions are taped live every Sunday from 8-8:30pm at comindfulness.io and then rebroadcast on all of your favorite podcast platforms. Consider this time as an oasis for your mind and soul. Head to http://comindfulness.io/ to sign up and join the weekly meditation.

On this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Reverend Canon Jan Naylor Cope to discuss spiritual health and wellness. Jan is the Provost of the Washington National Cathedral, where Doro is a member of the congregation. As provost, she oversees the cathedral’s development department and works closely with the dean and the cathedral’s leadership on its strategic vision, ministry and mission. On this episode, Jan shares her journey with spirituality and her calling to become ordained, as well as the many things the National Cathedral is doing to impact the community. ______________________________________________________________ More on Jan Naylor Cope: Website: https://cathedral.org/staff/the-rev-canon-jan-naylor-cope/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WNCathedral?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wncathedral/?hl=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClf3eF-DScY5hn4YbTOEdcg Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WNCathedral/

Growing Bolder is a team of award-winning journalists, broadcasters and creatives all focused on sharing the inspirational stories of ordinary people living extraordinary lives — men and women who are redefining the possibilities of life after 50. Growing Bolder not only provides the inspiration to live a healthier and more active life, it delivers the tools, tips, resources and community support necessary to make it happen. Recently, Marc Middleton hosted Doro and Tricia on a webinar to talk about co-mindfulness, relationships, and where they draw inspiration. It was a wonderful conversation, and we are so thankful for Marc and “Growing Bolder” to welcome us. ______________________________________________________________ More on Growing Bolder: Website: https://www.growingbolder.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/growingbolder Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growingbolder/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrlftz8-9d_dK12qxvQkGZA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrowingBolder/

On this episode of Health Gig, we are excited to feature another guest from our Powered by Paragon series. Molly Bloom has lived an extraordinary life, whose journey has taken her from world class skier, to college student, to L.A. waitress, to building and operating the largest and most notorious private poker game in the world. She chronicles her story in her memoir, Molly’s Game, which was adapted into a major motion picture of the same name by Aaron Sorkin. After losing it all, Molly details her road to recovery and the lessons she’s learned along the way, and we are so happy to have gotten to explore her experience on this episode. Special thanks to Paragon Performance Evolution for helping make this episode possible. ______________________________________________________________ More on Molly Bloom: Twitter: https://twitter.com/immollybloom?lang=en YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSf_605Py7iMeTYVmj92mDA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-bloom-18755b162 ______________________________________________________________ Books Mentioned: Molly’s Game The Untethered Soul

The Bright Bold & Real Co-Mindfulness Project has produced a special community series as we literally go inside at this time to refresh and heal. This guided meditation is perfect to give your mind a rest and give your week a sense of calm, grace and flexibility. The sessions are taped live every Sunday from 8-8:30pm at comindfulness.io and then rebroadcast on all of your favorite podcast platforms. Consider this time as an oasis for your mind and soul. Head to http://comindfulness.io/ to sign up and join the weekly meditation.