The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

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The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst

Turn your trials into triumphs! Hear the stories of experts from around the world and get inspired by how they used failures, obstacles and ADVERSITY to their advantage. Each week you’ll get practical everyday tips to help you grow and become your best self in every theme of your life. Learn from guests such as Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Gabby Bernstein, Gabor Mate, Robert Greene, Laurie Santos, Rich Roll, Rachel Hollis and more. Doug Bopst used fitness to save his life from the depths of despair while incarcerated on felony drug charges and now has made it his life mission to help others overcome hardship.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    How To Train Your Brain To Achieve Anything, Make More Money & Become Limitless | John Assaraf

    John Assaraf "The Brain Whisperer" is one of the leading high performance, success coaches in the world. He is a behavioral neuroscience researcher who has written 4 books including 2 New York Times best sellers that have been translated to 35 languages. He is the creator of the “Innercise” movement and has been featured in 11 movies, including the blockbuster hit “The Secret” and “Quest For Success” with Richard Branson and the Dalai Lama. Today on the show we discuss: the beliefs that hold people back in their lives and how to reframe them, how to develop self awareness and rewire your brain to change your life, How to get better at understanding and managing your emotions, how to instantly calm your brain and overcome adversity, simple tricks you can use to to make more money in life, how to effectively use visualization to become more successful and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: Timeline Nutrition Upgrade your mitochondrial health with Mitopure. Timeline is offering 10% off your first order of Mitopure. Go to timelinenutrition.com/doug and use code DOUG to get 10% off your order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    How To Quiet The Mind, Find Comfort In Darkness & Become Mentally Fit | Rickson Gracie

    Rickson Gracie is a Ju Jitsu legend and a New York Times best selling author. He’s a ninth degree red belt and for almost two decades Rickson reigned as world Jiu Jitsu champion in both the middle heavy weight and open divisions. Since retiring from fighting, he has focused on unifying and spreading his family martial art through his Global Jiu Jitsu Federation. Today on the show we discuss: how to find comfort in darkness, the non physical benefits of martial arts, why practicing things like Ju Jitsu can be so beneficial for your mental health, the painful grieving process of losing his son to an overdose, how to present yourself so that no one messes with you, how to get better at instantly quieting the mind and much more.  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  3. 18 NOV

    How To Deal With High Conflict Personalities, Toxic People & Narcissists | Bill Eddy

    Bill Eddy is a lawyer, licensed therapist and professional mediator. He’s also the co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of the High Conflict Institute, pioneered the High Conflict Personality Theory to help explain the behaviors of the most "difficult" difficult people and ways to manage relationships with them.  Today on the show we discuss: The best way to spot someone who will be a problem in your life, the truth definition of someone who is considered high conflict or has a personality disorder, how to communicate with someone that won’t take responsibility for their problems, what a healthy level of conflict looks like in a relationship, when is it time to walk away from a relationship, how to work on growing a relationship and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: MitoLux Head to www.mitolux.com and enter promo code DOUG at checkout for 10% off your first order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    56 min

  4. 14 NOV

    How To Turn Pain Into Purpose, Transform Your Mindset & Achieve Your Fitness Goals Before The End Of 2024 | Cory Gregory

    Cory Gregory was once a coal miner and raised in a trailer and since has made a significant impact in the fitness industry. He is known for his deep knowledge of strength training, nutrition, and entrepreneurship. Cory is a co-founder of several successful fitness ventures, including the highly popular supplement company MusclePharm, where he partnered with industry leaders. Throughout his career, Cory has collaborated with icons like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Tiger Woods, and Louie Simmons. He has also been a key sponsor of the UFC, supporting events inside the octagon, and has worked with numerous professional athletes and entertainers. Cory’s impressive fitness achievements include landing on 13 magazine covers and squatting 694.4 lbs at 181 lbs in a drug-tested division. Cory's latest passion is helping others transform their mindsets so they can live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Today on the show we discuss: how to develop an unbreakable mindset, why your goals must be black and white in life, how to build momentum and dominate long term, how to eat and workout to build muscle and burn fat, how to effectively make progress with your health transformation, the dark side of being too lean and much more. Thanks to this episodes sponsor: Kion Supplements Click here to try Kion supplements and save 20%: getkion.com/adversity  ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not financial advice. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min

  5. 11 NOV

    How To Instantly Reduce Anxiety, Overcome Fear & Stop Panic Attacks | Dan Harris

    Dan Harris is a former correspondent and journalist for ABC News and former co-anchor for the weekend edition of Good Morning America. Dan is now the host of the highly popular 10% Happier Podcast. He’s infamously known for having a panic attack on national television while hosting Good Morning America. Today on the show we discuss: what was it like having a panic attack on live national television, what caused his panic attacks and crippling anxiety, whether or not he still struggles with anxiety, what Dan’s recovery process looks like, how learning how to embrace discomfort will help you reduce anxiety, tips for reducing anxiety both short term and long term, how to develop a meditation or mindfulness practice that works for you and much more.  Thanks to this episode’s sponsor: LMNT If you’re looking to optimize your hydration, go to https://www.drinklmnt.com/dougbopst to get a free sample pack with any purchase! ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not financial advice. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    49 min

  6. 7 NOV

    How To Develop Self Respect, Defeat Peer Pressure & Stand Up For Yourself | Dr. Sunita Sah

    Sunita Sah is an award-winning professor and organizational psychologist who has spent her career conducting ground-breaking research on advisor-advisee relationships, trust, conflicts of interest, disclosure, compliance and defiance. Her research is published in top academic journals in management, medicine, economics and psychology, and also in popular outlets including The New York Times, Harvard Business Review, and Scientific American. Today on the show we discuss: why people have such a hard time saying “no”, how to defeat peer pressure, how to stand up for yourself without being disrespectful, how to discover what your values actually are, how to develop a strong inner circle that is in alignment with you, how to speak with conviction and authority and much more. Thanks to this episode's sponsor: MitoLux Head to www.mitolux.com and enter promo code DOUG at checkout for 10% off your first order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    58 min

  7. 4 NOV

    Diet & Lifestyle Tips To Help You Build Muscle, Melt Fat & Fast The Right Way | Dr. Mindy Pelz

    Dr. Mindy Pelz is a women’s health expert, best selling author and podcast host. Today on the show we discuss: how to develop a healthy mindset around what you eat, why you should be careful about trusting gurus, how to effectively fast without ruining your health, subtle signs that you are not healthy, whether or not things like vegetables and oatmeal are actually good for you, the top foods to eat for fat loss and longevity, what you can do to optimize your metabolism and much more. Thanks to this episodes sponsor: BEAM Minerals If you’re in recovery and you want to start feeling better more quickly, give BEAM Minerals a try. Head to www.beamminerals.com and enter promo code DOUG at checkout for 20% off your first order. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org. SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    58 min

  8. 31 OCT

    How Sunlight, Lifestyle Changes & Fitness Transformed Guti’s Life

    Today’s guest is Gerardo “Guti” Gutierrez, CEO and founder of MitoLux. After suffering from pre-diabetes, low testosterone, and depression, Guti became an avid reader and researcher in longevity and biohacking. Gerardo discovered the benefits of natural sunlight and fitness, and in just four months completely reinvented himself and changed his life. He started Mitolux to help others do the same. Today on the show we discuss: the amazing benefits of sunlight and why you may want to consider adding sunlight to your wellness routine; the ins and outs of red and infrared light and their potential therapeutic uses; Guti’s personal experience with battling depression and low testosterone, and what techniques have worked for him to transform his health; why our circadian rhythm and light exposure is so important to your overall health; why Vitamin D and how UV-B supplementation can be helpful to optimize it’s production in the body; practical advice for finding quality products and how to use them in your day to day life; and much more. Right now, listeners of the Adversity Advantage can get a special discount on Mitolux. Click here and use the code DOUG for 10% off Mitolux. Or go to mitolux.com and use the code DOUG Full disclosure: I have a financial relationship with Mitolux. This doesn’t change the integrity of the episode. The information presented is very valuable and I know you will enjoy it.  -Doug ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to health and mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your health or mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you’ve consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    53 min
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Turn your trials into triumphs! Hear the stories of experts from around the world and get inspired by how they used failures, obstacles and ADVERSITY to their advantage. Each week you’ll get practical everyday tips to help you grow and become your best self in every theme of your life. Learn from guests such as Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Gabby Bernstein, Gabor Mate, Robert Greene, Laurie Santos, Rich Roll, Rachel Hollis and more. Doug Bopst used fitness to save his life from the depths of despair while incarcerated on felony drug charges and now has made it his life mission to help others overcome hardship.

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