Livin' The Dream

Damien
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If you're looking to dive into topics on how to live a happier, healthier, more fit and long lifespan... then this podcast is for YOU! This podcast will offer master class topics on all things health, fitness and wellness.There are mini episodes (MINISODES) that give you tips, advice, recommendations to focus on your physical activity and nutrition each week.  The goal is to listen to each MINIsode on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. So that you can follow along with the weekly challenges starting on Monday. Follow along with weekly focuses, and physical activity and nutrition tips and challenges. Once the week is over, you listen to the next MINIsode, and continue playing along with your team.  Join the Livin' the Dream team community and let's all learn and grow together.

  1. JAN 31

    Train Your Nervous System Like a Muscle (Grounded Meditation) (Self-Care Saturday)

    Today’s session is a little different than a typical meditation or breathwork practice. This isn’t about zoning out.  It’s not about getting sleepy.  And it’s not about escaping stress. Today, we’re training your nervous system. Just like strength, balance, or coordination, calm is a skill.  And skills get better with reps. Most people live in a nervous system that’s always “on.”  Always alert.  Always reacting.  Always bracing. And the problem isn’t stress itself —  it’s that we rarely practice downshifting while staying present. So today’s session is about grounding. Grounding doesn’t shut you down.  It stabilizes you.  It teaches your body that it’s safe right here, without checking out. All you need to do is follow along.  There’s nothing to fix.  Nothing to force. Let’s get started. Resources: Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Caldera Lab Skin Care www.calderalab.com Discount Code: CoachD Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    14 min

  2. JAN 30

    Does Collagen Count as Protein? (And What It’s Actually Good For) (Fuel-Up Friday)

    Today we’re answering a question I get all the time: “Can I count collagen toward my daily protein?” Because if you’ve ever tried to hit something like 1 gram of protein per pound of desired body weight, you know this: It feels hard at firstIt’s unfamiliarAnd people look for shortcutsSo collagen comes up a lot. It’s marketed as protein.  It’s easy to drink.  It feels “healthy.” But here’s the honest answer: Collagen is not a muscle-building protein.  But it is a useful tool—when used correctly. Today we’re doing a full collagen masterclass: What collagen is (and isn’t)Whether it counts toward protein goalsWhat it’s actually good forHow to use it properlyCommon mistakes and misuseAnd how to combine it with a smart protein strategy Let’s break it down. Resources: Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Caldera Lab Skin Care www.calderalab.com Discount Code: CoachD Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    16 min

  3. JAN 29

    Why ‘Eat Less, Move More’ Is Terrible Advice (Throwback Thursday)

    This episode originally dropped when the podcast was just getting started… and even years later, the message still hits hard. Today we’re revisiting “Why ‘Eat Less, Move More’ Is Terrible Advice.” Because while that phrase sounds simple — and even logical on the surface — it’s one of the most misleading pieces of advice ever given to people trying to lose fat, improve their health, and actually stick to change. In this episode, I break down why fat loss isn’t just a math problem… why hunger always wins when hormones are ignored… and why understanding insulin, metabolism, and behavior matters far more than just white-knuckling willpower. If you’re new to the show, what we talk about today may really surprise you —so I ask you to come in open-minded… and open to trying different approaches if the thing you’re doing right now isn’t working. And if you’ve been with me since the early days — you’ll want to listen to this one again. You’ll probably hear it with new ears, deeper understanding, and more context than you had the first time around. Because the truth is…  We’ve been told to try harder — when we really needed better systems and better information. Let’s take it back. Resources:  Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    1h 2m

  4. JAN 28

    10 Things a Sleep Doctor Would Tell You… If They Weren’t Afraid of Offending You (Wellness Wednesday)

    Today’s episode might sting a little. Not because it’s extreme.  Not because it’s judgmental.  But because it challenges habits we’ve normalized that are quietly wrecking our sleep. This isn’t about perfection.  It’s about alignment — with how your body actually works. Let’s go. Resources: Brain.fm App  (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Caldera Lab Skin Care www.calderalab.com Discount Code: CoachD Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    23 min

  5. JAN 27

    Why Scheduling Your Workouts Is the Difference Between Trying… and Actually Succeeding (Training Tuesday)

    Let me start with something simple—but uncomfortable. Most people don’t fail at their fitness goals because they chose the wrong workout.  They fail because their workouts were optional. Not bad workouts.  Not ineffective workouts.  Just… optional. And today I want to talk about one of the most underrated, boring-sounding, but powerful behaviors you can adopt if you want consistency, results, and long-term success: Prebooking and scheduling your workouts. Not when you “feel like it.”  Not when the day goes perfectly.  But ahead of time, the same way you’d schedule: A work meeting A doctor’s appointment Picking up your kids Because once something is scheduled…  It stops being a suggestion and starts becoming a priority. Resources: Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Caldera Lab Skin Care www.calderalab.com Discount Code: CoachD Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    16 min

  6. JAN 26

    You’re Not Lazy — You’re Just Using the Wrong System (Mindset Monday)

    Let’s talk about laziness. Because almost everyone listening has said this at some point: “I know what I should do [Blank]… I just don’t do it.” And the story we tell ourselves is:  “I’m lazy.”  “I lack motivation.”  “I’m just not disciplined like those people.” But here’s the reframe I want to offer you today: What if laziness isn’t a character flaw at all?  What if it’s just a thinking habit—paired with a bad system? Because when you actually look closely at people who seem “immune” to laziness…  They’re not more motivated than you.  They’re not grinding off sheer willpower. They’ve just built their lives so that action is the default. And today, I want to show you how to do the same. Resources:  Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    17 min

  7. JAN 17

    The 3G Journal: Gratitude, Grit, and Growth – A Simple Daily Ritual to Rewire Your Brain (Self-Care Saturday)

    Today’s episode is not just a pep talk — it’s a guided journaling ritual that you can repeat daily, weekly, or even just on the weekends to reset your nervous system, reflect on what matters, and build the kind of mindset that creates a long, happy, healthy life. I call this the 3G Journal Ritual.  Gratitude. Grit. Growth. Let’s dive in. Resources: Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Caldera Lab Skin Care www.calderalab.com Discount Code: CoachD Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    11 min

  8. JAN 16

    Better Together: Food Combos That Supercharge Your Health (And Mistakes to Avoid) (Fuel-Up Friday)

    Here’s a little-known truth about nutrition: some foods aren’t just healthy — they become even more powerful when combined with the right teammate. Think of it like the Avengers. Iron Man is great. Captain America is strong. But when they come together? Whole different level. Today, we’re diving into synergistic food pairings — combos that work together to amplify health benefits, boost absorption, and unlock nutrients your body can’t get alone. We’re also talking about combo mistakes that might be stealing those gains. This is not about making things complicated. This is about working smarter, not harder — in the kitchen and in your body. Resources: Brain.fm App (First month Free, then 20% off subscription) Discount Code: coachdamiensd Caldera Lab Skin Care www.calderalab.com Discount Code: CoachD Links: IG: @coachdamien_sd @damienrayevans @livinthedream_podcast   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS6VuPgtVsdBpDj5oN3YQTg FB: https://www.facebook.com/coachdamienSD/

    18 min
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If you're looking to dive into topics on how to live a happier, healthier, more fit and long lifespan... then this podcast is for YOU! This podcast will offer master class topics on all things health, fitness and wellness.There are mini episodes (MINISODES) that give you tips, advice, recommendations to focus on your physical activity and nutrition each week.  The goal is to listen to each MINIsode on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. So that you can follow along with the weekly challenges starting on Monday. Follow along with weekly focuses, and physical activity and nutrition tips and challenges. Once the week is over, you listen to the next MINIsode, and continue playing along with your team.  Join the Livin' the Dream team community and let's all learn and grow together.

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  • Creator
    Damien
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    304
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Livin' The Dream
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