But Are You Thriving? Episode 9 Recap: Learning From Our Ancestors With Mark Sisson 

What happens to your body when you start to eat a paleo diet? What about your brain? 

Thrive Market co-founder and CEO, Nick Green, sat down with Mark Sisson, founder of Primal Kitchen, author of The Primal Blueprint, and widely considered one of the founding fathers of the modern paleo diet, to learn about his personal journey with primal eating. In this honest conversation, they talk about Sisson’s early life as a distance runner and triathlete, his struggles with IBS, and how changing his approach to food helped to heal many of his health struggles — and continues to fuel his active lifestyle as he prepares to enter his 70s. 

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Full Episode Summary: 

Mark Sisson is a health and fitness expert who is known for his primal living philosophy. He is the author of several books, including The Primal Blueprint and The Keto Reset Diet. Mark Sisson is also the founder of Mark’s Daily Apple, a popular blog and website that covers topics related to health, fitness, and nutrition. In this podcast, Sisson discusses his personal journey to health and wellness. He talks about how he was a world-class distance runner in the 1970s and 1980s, but his health was suffering — he experienced joint pain, fatigue, and digestive problems. Sisson eventually realized that his high-carbohydrate diet was not sustainable. He started to experiment with a lower-carbohydrate diet, and saw his health began to improve.

Here’s what else you’ll hear about in the podcast:

• Mark Sisson’s story is a reminder that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to health and wellness. What works for one person may not work for another. It’s important to experiment and find what works best for you.
• Sisson’s primal living philosophy is based on research and science. There is a growing body of evidence that suggests that a diet that is high in animal protein and low in processed foods can be beneficial for health.
• Sisson’s work is an important contribution to the conversation about health and wellness. He’s helped to raise awareness for the benefits of a primal lifestyle, and his work has inspired many people to make positive changes in their lives.

This podcast is a valuable resource for anyone interested in learning more about primal living. It’s informative and inspiring and provides a clear overview of Mark Sisson’s primal living philosophy —  a great lifestyle to learn about if you’re focused on your health and well-being.

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In this episode of “But Are You Thriving?”, Thrive Market co-founder Gunnar Lovelace talks to author, speaker, and political candidate Marianne Williamson. Full of hope and optimism, their conversation covers personal growth, learning from joy and pain, and the significance of spiritual practices in navigating the challenges of modern life. 

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Full Episode Summary:

Marianne starts with the importance of grounding yourself in the morning to counteract the chaos and stress of the world. Along those lines, she highlights the need for discipline and spiritual exercise to develop inner stillness and non-reactivity. 

Later, Marianne and Gunnar touch on the role of the billionaire class, the state of humanity, and personal growth. To Marianne, it’s vital to recognize personal accountability and the power of choice. She suggests that influential figures like Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk choose to maintain their positions of wealth. Taking an empathetic approach, she acknowledges the need for compassion toward individuals who experience pain, regardless of their socioeconomic status.

The conversation then shifts to the current state of humanity and the challenges it faces. Marianne thinks that humanity is on the brink of a crisis due to the mistreatment of people and planet, and the reckless use of destructive weapons. She believes active participation and a commitment to making positive changes in various aspects of life are necessary for us all to thrive in current times. 

Marianne thinks each individual has unique talents and abilities that can contribute to creating a more sustainable world. She highlights the importance of mindfulness, a shift in consciousness toward collaboration, and service to something greater than oneself. 

Finally, the conversation addresses the crisis of consciousness and the conflicting forces of fear, greed, and violence that humanity grapples with. Marianne reiterates the importance of serving something greater than one's self-interests and finding fulfillment through giving to others. She acknowledges the need for self-care to maintain personal well-being and effectively contribute to the world.

Gunnar wraps up the conversation by sharing where people can find Marianne’s work, including her social media platforms and her website, as well as the daily meditations she shares through her Substack newsletter.

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Join co-host Gunnar Lovelace as he dives deep into conversation with the multifaceted singer, songwriter, record producer, and podcast host Santigold in the latest episode of "But Are You Thriving?". Together, they explore the intricacies of her latest album, "Spirituals," unveiling the spiritual background that breathes life into her music.

Throughout their conversation, Gunnar and Santigold untangle the connection between thriving and spirituality and the life experiences have colored and shaped her journey, serving as the inspiration behind her groundbreaking new podcast, "Noble Champions".

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