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What's more important: adding more years to your life, or adding more life to your years? For me the answer is getting more clear as I enter this phase of life––I'm looking for quality over quantity. There's a new term for that: your Health Span. So instead of chasing the latest longevity hacks, what exactly is the formula for a better health span? How do we make the most of those precious "feeling awesome" years where you're living vibrantly, free from major disease and disability? Because let's be honest, what's the point of extra years if you can't enjoy them?

The science is clear and surprisingly hopeful: up to 80% of how well we age is within our control. I break down three key areas that science shows can dramatically improve your quality of life: movement, metabolic health, and human connection. Plus, I share why your beliefs about aging actually impact how you age biologically, and why shifting from "anti-aging" to "pro-thriving" isn't just a mindset change – it's a biological one. Most importantly, I'll show you my "turtle power" approach that makes these changes stick, proving that small, consistent steps create extraordinary results over time. No extreme measures required – just simple daily choices that honor your body's remarkable capacity for renewal and resilience.

TOPICS:

(00:00) Introduction to the concept of health span versus lifespan

(02:30) The vitality gap: Why Americans experience early health decline

(04:15) The ecosystem approach to aging

(06:00) Joyful movement as a key factor in extending health span

(08:00) Metabolic health and the importance of mindful eating

(10:15) The crucial role of social connections in longevity

(12:00) The "turtle power" approach to sustainable health changes

(13:30) How beliefs about aging impact biological aging

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Do you sometimes keep doing the exact behaviors you swore you wouldn't do? What if these aren't character flaws, but actually parts of you trying their best to keep you safe?

For decades, my friend Gabby Bernstein has been diving deep into transformative practices then sharing her wisdom with the world. Now she's turned her passion to Internal Family Systems (IFS), a powerful framework that helps us understand these different parts of ourselves – our managers, firefighters, and exiles – that show up in our daily lives.

During this candid conversation, we dive into how understanding and befriending these different aspects of ourselves can transform our daily lives. I share my own experiences with these concepts while writing my latest book, especially when confronting parts of myself stuck in grief and anger. The shift happened when I stopped trying to push these difficult emotions away and instead learned to approach them with curiosity and compassion.

We dive deep into practical tools for emotional regulation, exploring how to move from force into flow through a revolutionary four-step check-in process. This episode is perfect for anyone ready to stop fighting themselves and start understanding why we do what we do. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, physical tension, or patterns you can't seem to break, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on what it means to truly heal through simply opening up to yourself more.

WE DISCUSS

(02:16): What inspired Gabby to write "Self-Help" and her personal journey with IFS

(05:17): Understanding our inner parts and how they protect us

(11:16): The connection between rage, shame, and self-compassion

(19:17): The four-step check-in process for emotional regulation

(35:19): A fresh perspective on anxiety and how to work with it

(40:12): The mind-body connection and working with physical pain

(45:05): What it means to truly thrive and be the CEO of your health

CONNECT WITH GABBY

- Order Gabby's new book "Self Help"

- Tickets for Gabby's Change Your Life tour

- Instagram: @gabbybernstein

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Happy New Year! Ok, let's talk about those resolutions — you know, our well-intentioned promises we make while riding the champagne-and-optimism high of January 1st. We've all been there, and if you're anything like I used to be, you've watched those lofty goals fade faster than your holiday decorations come down.

But here's the thing: I'm not here to add to your already-full plate or make you feel guilty about your past follow-through face-plants. Instead, I'm sharing a revolutionary approach I call "less but best" that actually works. In this episode, I'll show you how focusing on one meaningful change (like my commitment to strength training) can transform multiple areas of your life, big or small. You'll discover how to release the pressure of maintaining multiple goals, gain crystal-clear clarity on what truly matters, and create sustainable change without burning out. Plus, I'll teach you how to distinguish between toxic positivity and authentic optimism (spoiler alert: you don't need to be cheerful 24/7!), and show you how to master the art of intentional energy management. Whether you're feeling charged up or a bit weary, this episode will help you honor your natural rhythms while pursuing goals that light you up from the inside out. Get ready to ditch the overwhelming resolution lists and embrace a more powerful way to create lasting change so you can thrive in '25.

Want to go deeper? Check out coaching like this in my Inner Circle Wellness community!

TOPICS:

(00:00): The fresh-start energy of January and why we need to pause before diving in

(03:15): Understanding the connection between thoughts, feelings, and energy

(06:30): Why toxic positivity isn't the answer

(09:45): The "less but best" approach to goal-setting and why it works

(12:30): My personal focus for 2025 and the power of the domino effect

(15:20): How to choose your one transformative goal for the year

(18:45): Creating space versus adding more to your life

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