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In this episode, I welcome back the brilliant Dr. Stan Tatkin to the show. This time, we’re talking about parenting, especially from the lens of being new parents. Dr. Tatkin co-authored the book Baby Bomb, which dives deep into the nuances of new parenting and the effects it has on the couple’s relationship dynamic. Couples are often unprepared for the challenges of parenthood and lack a solid foundation in their relationship. Dr. Tatkin covers topics like disagreements in parenting style, embracing the change in sexual dynamics, and how to master communication and connection. Whether you’ve got a babe on the way, are a new parent, or are interested in learning how to parent better - this episode is a MUST listen!

Dr. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT is a clinician, researcher, and developer of the Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy® (PACT). He is the best-selling author of In Each Other’s Care (4/25), along with the relationship must-have book, Wired for Love. Dr. Tatkin speaks and teaches around the world on how to understand, create and sustain secure-functioning relationships. He helps couples create healthy attachments and secure-functioning relationships based on fairness, justice, and sensitivity. In addition to his robust clinical practice in Calabasas, California, Dr. Tatkin and Tracey lead couples through Wired For Love Couple Retreats -- both online and in person across the United States and Europe.   

—Dr. Tatkin's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drstantatkin/
—The PACT Institute Website: https://www.thepactinstitute.com/

Themes: Authenticity, Belonging, Parenting, New Parents, Relationships, Boundaries, Attachment Theory, Transformation, Conflict, Mental Health, Psychology

0:00:00 Intro
0:10:57 Co-regulating Practices for Improved Communication and Connection
0:14:16 Challenges in Modern Times: Distractions, Isolation, and Lack of Support
0:16:41 Fighting for Two Winners: The Concept of Win-Win in Relationships
0:19:07 Navigating Disagreements in Parenting Styles
0:21:12 Parenting: Collaborative and ever-evolving
0:23:11 Taking charge of parenting, creating something entirely different
0:27:00 Understanding intimacy and embracing change in sexual dynamics
0:29:02 Growing up, accepting losses, and deepening intimacy in relationships
0:30:57 Embracing the opportunity to become a better couple through parenting
0:33:25 Profound Insights on Communication Struggles and Self-awareness
0:35:23 The Humaneness of Communication: An Opportunity for Growth

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#329: Why Humans Fear Making Decisions
In this episode, I dive into the art of decision-making. I explore the idea of peaceful fear and how it can guide our decision-making, challenge the notion that fear always means we're making the wrong choice, and speak to the resistance we feel when making decisions. Embracing fear and resistance leads to transformative experiences. Let's face our own versions of the jungle in life and live fully.

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Themes: decision-making, challenge, fear, wrong choice, right choice, personal growth, trust, intuition, embracing fear, resistance, transformative experiences, ayahuasca, plant medicine, authenticity, change, transformation

0:00:00 Intro
0:00:47 Making difficult decisions and facing fear
0:02:20 Embracing the unknown and the outcomes of decisions made
0:08:45 Fear as a guide to the “right” decision
0:09:40 Moving towards peace beyond fear
0:09:50 Embracing fear and trusting your soul's path
0:11:15 Embracing intuition and letting go of pretense
0:14:01 Breaking free from struggle mentality
0:14:48 Seeking “peaceful fear” and resistance

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In this episode, I welcome Water Expert Tracy Duhs to the show. We explore the fascinating world of water and its impact on our health, in a way you’ve likely never heard it talked about before. Tracy teaches us about the complexity of water, including the concept of water structure and its role in hydrating cells. She also teaches us about the important but little-known facts about tap water, “filtered” water, and the presence of plastic and toxins in water. Listen in to learn more about how changing the kind of water you drink (including how you drink it) can positively change the state of your health and wellbeing.

Tracy Duhs works as a modern wellness advocate specializing in the restorative powers of intelligent hydration. She is also the author of the book HYDRATE: preserving youth and activating vitality through intelligent hydration, nutrition, and self-care. 

— Website: http://tracyduhs.com
— Instagram @tracyduhs: https://www.instagram.com/tracyduhs
— Podcast - HYDRATE with Tracy Duhs: https://tracyduhs.com/podcasts
— Book: https://tracyduhs.com/product/hydrate-with-tracy-duhs
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0:00:00 Intro
0:03:01 The Fascination with Water and Hydration
0:06:02 The Impact of Thoughts and Words on Water Structure
0:08:45 Different Types of Water Filters and their Effectiveness
0:10:20 Bottled Water vs. Tap Water
0:13:10 The Importance of Resonant Water and Adding Minerals
0:20:00 The Calling to Research Water and Hydration
0:21:54 The Dramatic Effects of Dehydration
0:29:37 Anxiety and the Impact of Thoughts on Well-being
0:34:04 Nature's Influence on Water and Bringing Awareness to Hydration
0:36:48 Intracellular Water and the Benefits of Deuterium Depleted Water
0:39:07 The Best Filtration Process for Traveling and at Home
0:42:05 The Power of Mindfulness in Shaping Thoughts and Words

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In this episode, I dive deep into the subject of commitment. Not just in the sense of committed romantic relationships—but the fear of commitment to ourselves and our truth, extrapolating it to every area of your life. Your fear to commit to a dream, to a possibility, to a relationship, to your purpose, to a goal—all of these are the same process. Understanding what lies at the base of our fears of commitment can allow us to become more committed people, more disciplined, and more discerning, and move forward and create things we never thought were possible but always desired. 
Sentence starters I share in this episode:
—When I love people, they…
—When I love people, I…
—When I let people love me, they…
—When I let people love me, I…

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In today’s episode, I’m jamming with Branden Collinsworth again. This time, we explore the importance of reconnecting with nature and becoming sovereign humans again. Branden guides us through the importance of balancing the physical, emotional, spiritual, wisdom, and love aspects of ourselves through personal growth and self-discovery, and shares his insights into how we can make our old ceilings into our new floors.
Branden is a testament to human resilience, emerging from a background fraught with adversity to become a global beacon of transformative power. His journey from the perilous grips of gang violence and personal despair to esteemed Nike ambassador and advisor to elite athletes and visionary leaders reflects his unparalleled determination. A mastermind in enhancing human performance, Branden's influence resonates in the successes of top-tier professionals and his transformative Warrior Retreats, recognized as the pinnacle of experiential journeys. Through all his endeavors, Branden proves that the spirit of human achievement knows no bounds.

—Branden’s Instagram @brandencollinsworth: https://www.instagram.com/brandencollinsworth
—Nike Classes: https://www.nike.com/ntc-app
—YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCyA1vNZ6Z2k7g26JNKA83g
—Warrior Retreats: https://gogetfunding.com/warriorretreats2023/
—TedxTalk: https://youtu.be/kadse8DqMkU?si=j5DlujYSTS_nqAcu

Themes: Reconnecting with Nature, Paradox of Technology, Holistic Well-being, Balance, Personal Growth, Self-discovery, Courage, Change, Authenticity, Healing, Emotions, Personal Growth, Integration, Embracing the Unknown, Beliefs, Stepping Into Our Fullest Potential, Liberation, Transformation, Purpose

Chapters:
0:00:00 Intro
0:04:19 The Power of Choice
0:12:43 The Journey to Alignment and Expression
0:16:33 Preserving the Past vs. Ushering into a Love-centered Future
0:17:49 Technology's Detachment from Self
0:21:41 The Insane Asylum that society is
0:25:00 Monetizing Lack of Optimization in a Manipulative World
0:28:31 Plato's Allegory of the Cave: The Illusion of Reality
0:31:41 Bringing Others Into the Light: Our Duty for Love
0:35:20 Challenging Accepted Narratives
0:36:00 Questioning righteousness and biases
0:42:49 Critical thinking and the fear of censorship
0:45:59 Challenging toxic narratives in media and culture
0:49:24 The challenges and rewards of personal growth and optimization
0:57:05 The Power of Unity and Division
1:01:09 Willingness to Die for Truth and Love
1:02:48 Courage and the Power of Using Your Voice
1:07:37 The Importance of Humility in Conversations
1:08:48 The Courageous Path: Embracing Challenges for Fulfillment
1:09:35 Courageous Step Towards Optimization and Warrior Retreat Introduction
1:18:52 Connecting with Nature and Ayahuasca in the Jungle

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In this episode, I reflect on my personal journey with body image and weight fluctuation, the wounding and repeating patterns I found that had me stuck there, and my recent transformation of “Reverse Dad Bod.” I share how I tapped into a new level of discipline and discernment in hopes that my story might inspire you to move towards what your soul might be asking of you, regardless if it’s with body image and weight or something else. We have limited time here on Earth… let today be the day when everything changes.

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Themes: Authenticity, Healing, Emotions, Personal Growth, Integration, Beliefs, Stepping Into Our Fullest Potential, Liberation, Transformation, Purpose, Body Image, Shame, Societal Standards, Insecurities, Healthy Lifestyle, Integrity, Discipline, Discernment, Change

Chapters:
0:00:00 Introduction and the concept of "Operation Reverse Dad Bod"
0:01:10 Battling weight fluctuations and the desire for a healthy weight
0:04:50 A Moment of Self-Recognition
0:07:02 The complexity of body image and societal expectations
0:09:00 Shifting perspectives and choosing a healthier relationship with food
0:12:36 Embodying change and personal growth
0:14:06 Finding motivation to transform through confronting our own limitations
0:16:25 Commitments, Integrity, and Teaching Through Example
0:17:05 Reflecting on past choices and newfound motivation
0:18:09 The transformative power of discipline and time appreciation
0:20:29 Living Life with Purpose and Legacy

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