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#218: The Mind-Blowing Science of Starving Cancer with Food with Dr. William Li
The Mind-Blowing Science of Starving Cancer with Food | This episode is brought to you by BLUblox and InsideTracker.
Health is not simply the absence of disease. Health is an active state. Your body has within it five health defense systems: angiogenesis, stem cells, the microbiome, DNA protection, and immunity. These systems are responsible for maintaining our health and resisting the regular hazards we all face everyday as part of ordinary life—and they heal us when disease inflicts damage in our body. By knowing how these systems defend your body like a fortress, you can tap into their health powers to live a longer, healthier life.
Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru talks to Dr. William Li, an internationally renowned physician, scientist, and author of the New York Times bestseller Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself. His groundbreaking work has led to the development of more than 30 new medical treatments, and impacts care for more than 70 diseases including cancer, diabetes, blindness, heart disease, and obesity.
His TED Talk, “Can We Eat to Starve Cancer?” has garnered more than 11 million views. Dr. Li has appeared on Good Morning America, CNN, CNBC and the Dr. Oz Show, and he has been featured in USA Today, Time Magazine, The Atlantic, and O Magazine. He is president and medical director of the Angiogenesis Foundation and is leading research into COVID-19.
In this episode, we dive into:
-How sugar fuels cancer (6:47)
-What is angiogenesis and how it impacts our health (17:29)
-Foods that starve cancer (22:47)
-The 5 key health defense systems of the body (35:18)
-How COVID damages our blood vessels and gut microbiome (44:36)
-How to supercharge your immune system (48:43)
-How kiwifruit impacts our gut microbiome and reduces DNA damage (1:01:02)
-The power of polyphenols on our gut microbiome (1:07:23)
-Akkermansia and cancer immunotherapy (1:13:14)
-Dr. Li’s Masterclass and Eat to Beat Disease Course (1:23:42)
For more on Dr. William Li you can follow him on Instagram @DrWilliamLi, on Facebook @DrWilliamLi, on YouTube @DrWilliamLi, and through his website https://drwilliamli.com/. Get his book, Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself, at https://drwilliamli.com/book-li/. Learn more about his course, Eat to Beat Disease at https://eat-to-beat-disease.teachable.com/p/course11. Sign-up for his free masterclasses at https://drwilliamli.com/masterclass/.
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262. How to Talk About Politics and Other Difficult Topics without Losing Your Friends or Selling Your Soul with Denise Gitsham
01:37:18This episode is brought to you by Whoop, Beekeepers, and Cozy Earth. Nowadays, discussions around politics and viewpoints have become increasingly divisive and hostile. Often, differing perspectives are immediately shut down or met with personal attacks, even when we know that progress and growth come from listening to other viewpoints and approaching topics with curiosity. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with his good friend and author Denise Gitsham to discuss politics, polarization, and critical thinking. Denise shares experiences and lessons she learned while working at the highest levels of the federal government and how those experiences helped her change her mindset. Dhru and Denise discuss the importance of listening with curiosity and engaging with people with differing viewpoints to seek out the truth. They also discuss how polarization has disrupted civility and what we can do to bring it back to our conversations even when we disagree. Denise is the founder of Vitamin D Public Relations, a boutique communications firm that operates at the intersection of law, policy, politics, and the media. She has worked at the highest levels of the federal government, including the White House, the US Department of Justice, and the US Senate, and she's also run for Congress. A recovering attorney and long-time politico, Denise's passion is bridging division and fostering unity by emphasizing principles over partisanship. She recently released her first book, "Politics for People Who Hate Politics: How to Engage Without Losing Your Friends or Selling Your Soul." In this episode, Dhru and Denise dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):Why it’s important to engage with people from different political views and backgrounds (5:10 / 5:10)The true story about polarization (6:23 / 6:23) The importance of skepticism and critical thinking in seeking the truth (19:17 / 16:53)How opinions are more visible (29:52 / 27:10) Why people are so triggered in day-to-day conversations (31:40 / 28:50)How do you stay informed by staying curious (37:00 / 32:33 )The importance of having multiple perspectives (39:45 / 36:00)Yearning for unity (53:50 / 49:30) Purposely engaging with people who have different viewpoints (57:43 / 53:15)The Third Option and committing to what is in the best interest of us (1:13:48 / 1:09:36) Bringing humanity back into the conversation (1:28:34 / 1:24:20) Where to follow Denise (1:35:05 / 1:30:54) Also mentioned in this episode:Politics For People Who Hate Politics WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker. To get yours, go to join.whoop.com/dhru and get your first month free.Go to beekeepersnaturals.com/DHRU and enter code “DHRU” to get Beekeeper’s Naturals' exclusive offer of 20% off sitewide.Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRUP.261. How To Reprogram Your Body, Mind, and Spirit to Break Free of Past Programming, Illness, and The Matrix with Dr. Bruce Lipton
01:38:30This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, ButcherBox, and Pique Life.Our minds are incredibly powerful, and we know our mindset and thoughts can influence our health, manifestations, and actions. But when we face challenges or engage in repetitive patterns, it's difficult to know the steps we need to take to liberate ourselves from negative thoughts or tendencies. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with biologist and world-renowned author Bruce Lipton. Bruce shows us how our minds are like computers and discusses how most of our programming comes from watching our environment before the age of seven and can often include self-sabotaging behaviors. Bruce shares tips on how we can become aware of our dysfunctional programming and empower ourselves to manifest the life we intentionally want to create. He also breaks down the difference between the subconscious mind, which allows us to function on autopilot, and the conscious mind, which involves thinking with intention and purpose. Bruce deep dives into the science behind action versus reaction, how it impacts our health, and the steps we can take to prevent illness and promote longevity. Bruce Lipton is a stem cell biologist and best selling author. His research challenges the traditional view that genes determine our biological destiny and suggests that our perceptions and experiences play a crucial role in shaping our health. In this episode, Dhru and Bruce dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):95% of our life comes from programming outside of our own (3:20 / 3:20)Where we get our programming from and how it is similar to being under hypnosis (10:00 /10:00) Why 60% of the programs we have downloaded for our mind are dysfunctional (20:06 / 17:35)How we actively created our problems and what we can do to fix them (21:56 / 18:49)How we spend most of our time reacting rather than intentionally acting (34:12 / 29:00)90% of illness is from stress (37:41 / 32:00)Function of the mind: Making coherence between beliefs and reality (56:04 / 51:22)Belief in the inevitability of aging (1:00:20 / 55:53) The programming that Bruce came into and how he deprogrammed his mind (1:09:29 / 1:05:11) Three avenues to reprogram your mind (1:16:22 /1:11:56)Also mentioned in this episode:Calm AppDivision of Perceptual StudiesAccess more than 3,000 specialty lab tests with Rupa Health. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&A or create an account at RupaHealth.com today.Right now, new members of ButcherBox receive New York Strip steaks for a year PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to butcherbox.com to sign up and use code DHRU. For a limited time, Pique is offering my community up to 15% off of their Healthy Metabolism Ritual PLUS an exclusive gift. Go to Piquelife.com/Dhru to redeem this exclusive offer today!260. Ten Cheat Codes to Help You Burn Belly Fat and Add Muscle with Max Lugavere (Rebroadcast)
02:03:54This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, BiOptimizers, and Lifeforce.You've likely encountered countless weight loss strategies leaving you overwhelmed and unsure of the best path to take. But the reality is shedding those extra pounds doesn't have to be a complicated ordeal. Embracing just a few key principles can transform our bodies, melting away fat and sculpting lean muscle. Whether it's the overconsumption of hyperpalatable foods, inadequate protein intake, underestimating calorie intake, or simply neglecting calorie awareness altogether, today’s episode helps you sort through the myths and find the answers you've been looking for. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, we are rerunning one of our favorite episodes Max Lugavere to discuss all things weight loss and what Max did to lose 10 lbs of fat in just two months while continuing to build lean muscle. Dhru and Max talk about prioritizing protein at every meal, especially breakfast, and how overeating ultra-processed foods (even “healthy” junk foods) can easily lead to weight gain. Max Lugavere is a health and science journalist and author of the New York Times best-seller Genius Foods, which is published in 10 languages, and The Genius Life.In this episode, Dhru and Max dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):The biggest weight loss mistakes (2:10 / 2:10)Prioritizing protein for fat loss and muscle retention (6:51 / 6:51)Max’s cheat codes for weight loss (19:58 / 17:04)Overeating healthy foods as a source of weight gain (25:47 / 23:50)Using a digital food scale (29:18 / 27:02)Added fat as a source of excess calories (36:40 / 39:40)How to simplify cooking at home (46:48 / 42:21)Examples of how Max reaches 30 grams of protein at every meal (54:46 / 50:15)Walking as the ultimate fat-burning tool (1:00:32 / 56:06)Boredom snacking (1:10:00 / 1:05:33)Max’s views on society’s narrative around obesity and weight loss (1:21:21 / 1:16:46)Common sources of over consumed dietary fat (1:39:08 / 1:35:00)Satiety per calorie (1:45:00 / 1:42:00)Consistency and patience (1:50:45 / 1:46:13)Also mentioned in this episode:Get Max’s Fat Loss Cheat CodesMax’s Fat Loss Cheat Codes TweetThe Genius Life PodcastSign up for Max’s newsletterAccess more than 3,000 specialty lab tests with Rupa Health. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&A or create an account at RupaHealth.com today.This holiday season, thrive with Magnesium Breakthrough. Just go to magbreakthrough.com/dhru and enter promo code dhru10 for 10% off any order.Right now, get 15% off your first purchase of Lifeforce at Mylifeforce.com with code DHRU.259. The #1 Thing Stopping You From Losing Visceral Fat & Building Muscle! | Round #2 with Sal Di Stefano
02:03:08This episode is brought to you by ButcherBox and Cozy Earth. Our modern society doesn’t always allow daily movement, eating whole foods, and prioritizing quality sleep. Yet we know these factors, among others, are critical for preventing chronic disease and increasing longevity. With all the content on movement, calories, and body composition, it can be challenging to sort through what we must implement and what we don’t have to expend as much energy avoiding. Whether you are just starting your wellness journey or looking to move to the next level, this episode is for you. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down for round two with personal trainer and co-founder of Mind Pump Media, Sal Di Stefano, to get his expertise on losing belly fat, calorie counting, strength training, and community. Sal shares the latest research on forming healthy habits, movement, and cancer prevention. He also shares his best practices for strength training for beginners or those looking to optimize their workout routines. He also discusses the importance of sleep, critical supplements for recovery, and how to change our algorithms for optimal personal growth. In this episode, Dhru and Sal dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):Why you can’t lose belly fat (2:20 /2:20)The benefits from strength training (15:10 /12:19) Why bodybuilders have lower chances of cancer (17:00 /14:04)The overconsumption of ultra-processed foods globally and the connection to overeating (26:13 /24:00) The role of cortisol and stress in gaining belly fat (31:44 / 28:59)Profound changes after the age of 65 (50:15 / 47:28)Gyms as a source of community (55:25 /52:35)The appropriate way to train and the importance of moving each day (1:02:33 / 59:58)Sal’s suggestions for strength training for beginners, habit stacking, and protein intake (1:11:07 / 1:08:16)The best modalities to help with recovery (1:33:43 / 1:30:47) Alcohol consumption in moderation versus consumption for numbing (1;39:25 / 1:36:37)Demonization and politicization of wellness and exercise in the media (1:47:00 / 1:44:00) Also mentioned in this episode:Mind Pump PodcastMAPS 15 Fitness ProgramsStudy on Sleep RegularityRight now, new members of ButcherBox receive New York Strip steaks for a year PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to butcherbox.com/DHRU to sign up and use code DHRU. Right now, get 40% off your Cozy Earth sheets. Just head over to cozyearth.com and use code DHRUP.258. The Top Lessons on Living a Regret Free Life with Brian Johnson
01:20:22This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Whoop, and Pique.Our modern world often encourages us to pursue fame, fortune, and looks, but we know that one of the biggest pitfalls of chasing illusions of success comes at the cost of not knowing our true purpose and not living to our fullest potential. While the journey can seem daunting, and there is no straightforward guidebook to tell us if we are on the right track, there are key foundational pieces and impediments that are known to help or hinder the journey to living to our fullest potential and showing up as our best selves.Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Brian Johnson, an expert on activating the hero within all of us. Brian shares the biggest impediments preventing people from creating meaning in their lives and being virtuous. He deep dives into the key objectives from his new book, Areté, and breaks down the fear or laziness that can often hold us back. On the road to living till 100, it's no secret that nurturing our souls helps us live longer. Brian is here to show us how. Brian Johnson is the Founder & CEO of Heroic Public Benefit Corporation. Before his current company, he built and sold two social platforms. As a Philosopher/teacher, he’s helped millions of people worldwide and created a protocol that science says changes lives.In this episode, Dhru and Brian dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):The biggest impediments that prevent people from creating a life of meaning (2:18 / 2:18) Areté: being your best self and closing the gap (4:12 / 4:12)What comprises our virtue in the modern era? (6:30 / 6:30)Brian’s journey to find his purpose (14:13 / 11:37)Virtues that should be prioritized (17:35 / 14:50)Self-actualization of your potential as real as oxygen for your soul (20:16 / 18:00)Living a life where you don’t have regrets and focus on repairing relationships that matter to you (25:19 / 23:03) How fear and laziness can prevent you from living to your fullest potential and being comfortable feeling uncomfortable (30:44 / 26:25) Purposefully building anti-fragility in your life (33:35 / 29:16)Embracing the imperfection of life (38:00 / 33:45)How to design your personal protocol and learn how to play the game of life (41:01 / 36:10) Foundational pieces that are a must to create zest in life ( 50:11 / 46:06) Leaning into the why to understand each of the lessons (59:12 / 54:26)The seven objectives that Brian deep dives into his book (1:01:28 / 57:30)Also mentioned in this episode: Areté Activate Your Heroic PotentialAccess more than 3,000 specialty lab tests with Rupa Health. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&A or create an account at RupaHealth.com today.WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker. To get yours, join whoop.com/dhru and get your first month free.Pique is offering their biggest holiday deal EVER. Shop now to unlock a complimentary 5-piece holiday gift set. This offer is only for a limited time at Piquelife.com/DhruTea.257. Why Lacking Charisma and Hanging Out with Toxic People Can Decrease Your Longevity with Vanessa Van Edwards
01:08:52This episode is brought to you by Bioptimizers and JOOVV. Did you know being more charismatic and having key personality traits can help you live longer and make your daily life easier? Whether you consider yourself an extrovert or introvert, knowing your tendencies on these traits and knowing whether they bring you life or drain your energy is critical. If you're curious about the science behind what helps people thrive, this episode is for you. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Vanessa Van Edwards, an expert on the science of people. Vanessa deep dives into the science behind personality, behaviors, and narratives that can help promote longevity. She shares the research about how we view the world and its connection to what we manifest in our lives.Vanessa Van Edwards is a multi-time bestselling author and renowned behavioral researcher on professional communication and leadership. Vanessa’s work has been featured in national and international media and to audiences in workshops worldwide. In this episode, Dhru and Vanessa dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):How charisma can help you live longer and get what you want (1:57 / 1:57) Key personality traits that we can develop to help you live longer (3:00 / 3:00)How life becomes easier when you step into your charisma (16:19 / 13:17)How to take the cognitive load off your mind and ask key questions (24:15 / 20:48 )A practice that parents can use to connect to their children (25:47 / 22:22 )Nonverbal cues you can look for in a conversation that show dopamine and oxytocin stimulation (28:31 / 25:08) Dhru shares two questions that he uses to form a connection: what are you navigating, and what are you celebrating (32:00 / 28:14 ) The three levels of intimacy to assess what questions to ask (33:32 / 30:08)The hero and victim self-narrative (36:29 / 33:03 )How your perception of luck changes what you manifest (38:04 / 34:48)Practical tips on breaking free of toxic relationships (42:30 / 39:11)Why ambivalent relationships are more harmful to your body than toxic relationships (46:11 / 42:42) Red flags in a relationship and physical cues to look for (49:13 / 46:50)How to be a master communicator and take red flags as an invitation to repair (57:24 / 56:22)Strengthen your ability to decode (1:03:05 / 59:20) Also mentioned in this episode: Cues: Master the Secret Language of Charismatic CommunicationCaptivate: The Science of Succeeding With PeopleThis episode is brought to you by Bioptimizers and JOOVV. This Black Friday, Bioptimizers is offering their biggest discounts yet and amazing gifts with purchase. Just head over to bioptimizers.com/dhru and enter code DHRU10.Right now, Joovv is offering an exclusive offer on your first order. Head over to Joovv.com/dhru and apply my code DHRU.256. Why It’s So Hard to Lose Weight for Women 40+ and How to Optimize Hormones During Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Sara Gottfried
02:19:42As women approach their mid to late thirties, they often suffer symptoms that are ignored or dismissed by conventional medicine. Insomnia, weight gain, irritability, reduced memory, and brain fog are all symptoms that can drastically change the quality of life for women. Today’s guest is here to show us that there is hope and that it doesn’t have to be this way. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Sara Gottfried for a deep dive into women’s health, specifically the changes that occur in perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Gottfried shares the symptoms women in these categories face and the science behind why they occur. She shows us the critical tests that need to be addressed, offers practical tips women can implement to address these changes and balance key hormones, and inspires women to empower themselves on their road to longevity. Dr. Sara Gottfried is a board-certified physician who graduated from Harvard and MIT. She practices evidence-based integrative, precision, and Functional Medicine. She is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Integrative Medicine and Nutritional Sciences at Thomas Jefferson University and Director of Precision Medicine at the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health. Her three New York Times bestselling books include The Hormone Cure, The Hormone Reset Diet, and Younger. Her latest book is Women, Food, and Hormones.In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Gottfried dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):The metabolic crisis that women in their 40s go through (2:30 / 2:30)How conventional medicine often dismisses these symptoms 10:18 / 7:37) The top misconceptions or misunderstandings about the interplay between hormones (16:12 / 12:46)Common symptoms of perimenopause and menopause as they relate to aging (22:05 / 18:30)The environmental and lifestyle factors that impact women’s hormones (31:40 / 26:20) The top 3 hormones to balance and correct: cortisol, estrogen, and thyroid (41:38 / 36:10)How Dr. Gottfried started her hormonal journey by testing her cortisol (51:10 / 47:00) Dealing with insomnia during perimenopause (1:03:20 / 57:54)Testing thyroid levels and the connection between thyroid and autoimmune disease (1:16:00 / 1:11:12)Bringing hormones in harmony (1:22:00 / 1:17:02)The key to feeling better by addressing glucose levels (1:33:00 / 1:28:10)The role of post-traumatic stress and the use of psychedelics (1:54:15 / 1:49:45)Dr. Gottfried’s message of how it doesn’t have to be this way (2:12:30 / 2:07:40)Also mentioned in this episode: The Charlie’s Angels of Hormones graphicLevelsThis episode is brought to you by JOOVV, LMNT, and Armra Colostrum. Right now, Joovv is offering an exclusive offer on your first order. Head over to Joovv.com/dhru and apply my code DHRU.Right now, LMNT is offering my listeners a free sample pack with any purchase. Head over to DrinkLMNT.com/dhru today.Receive 15% off your first order of Armra Colostrum at tryarmra.com/DHRU, or enter DHRU to get 15% off your first order.255. Doctor Diagnosed with Terminal Cancer Shares Life Lessons People Learn Too Late with Mark Goulston, MD
01:59:22This episode is brought to you by Birch Living Mattress and Lifeforce.If you had the opportunity to reflect on your life, relationships, and the legacy you would like to leave the world with, what reflections would you have, and what wisdom would you share on living a content and peaceful life? Would your answers change if you knew your death was impending, and what would you prioritize in your remaining days?Today, on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down with Dr. Mark Goulston to discuss the lessons that dying has imparted on him and that he is eager to share with the world. Dr. Goulston shares exercises and practices that can help us be better listeners, build awareness, and create genuine curiosity to make better connections. Dr. Mark Goulston is a retired psychiatrist and a specialist in the field of death and dying who is currently confronting his own mortality. He’s also a former FBI and police hostage negotiation trainer. He is the author or co-author of ten books, with his book, Just Listen, ranking as the top book on listening worldwide. He also hosts his highly-rated podcast, My Wakeup Call. He's renowned as the inventor of Surgical Empathy, an approach he employed with suicidal patients. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Goulston dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):Dr. Goulston’s career and practice, and how he found peace in confronting his terminal diagnosis (2:20 / 2:20) Dr. Goulston’s diagnosis of leukemia and the treatment he is undergoing (9:44 / 6:45) Wisdom from Dr. Goulston’s late father (14:05 / 10:48)Actual vulnerability and how Dr. Goulston believes he is “giving to live” (19:17 / 16:11)The importance of making sure friends and family feel loved by you (26:35 / 24:00)A key question to create connection (28:16 / 25:40)Dr. Goulston’s mentor’s advice on the criteria for having a good death (34:50 / 32:07)Myths about dying, acceptance and surrendering to the idea of dying and the peace of mind you feel (41:04 / 38:05)What prohibits people from prioritizing connection in life (43:25 / 41:16)The importance of listening and how it creates awareness and curiosity (48:58 / 46:36)Using the HUVA exercise (58:00 / 55:06)Prove, Show, Hide, and Please exercise and eliminating those from your personality (1:02:00 / 59:40)The FUD CRUD technique to invite frustrations out without judgment (1:17:00 / 1:14:00) Dr. Goulston’s ideas on self-forgiveness and letting go of what he felt he did not achieve (1:24:00 / 1:21:04)Dr. Goulston’s belief that he exists as a catalyst to help people heal (1:44:25 / 1:41:29)Also mentioned in this episode:My Wakeup Call podcastHurt Less, Live More showTED Talk - What Made You Smile Today?To get 20% off your Birch Living mattress plus two free eco-rest pillows, head over to birchliving.com/dhru today. Right now, get 15% off your first purchase of Lifeforce at Mylifeforce.com with code DHRU.254. Neuroscientist Deep Dives on Creating Successful Habits, Supercharging Manifestation, and Creating More Love Tara Swart, MD
01:58:26This episode is brought to you by Rupa Health, Whoop, and Bioptimizers.What if you could set habits that would increase your goals for longevity, productivity, or even creativity? Reflecting on our achievements, setting intentional micro habits, and taking sustainable and practical actions to achieve our goals can help us manifest the life we truly desire. Today on The Dhru Purohit Podcast, Dhru sits down for round two with Dr. Tara Swart to answer his podcast community’s top questions. Dhru and Dr. Tara discuss setting goals for the New Year, best practices for manifestation, and the science behind the laws of attraction. Dr. Tara Swart is a neuroscientist, former psychiatric doctor, and senior lecturer at MIT Sloan. She is a visiting senior lecturer at Kings College, London, and an executive advisor to some of the world's most respected leaders in media and business. In this episode, Dhru and Dr. Swart dive into (audio version / Apple Subscriber version):Dr. Tara’s year-end digital detox to reset (2:56 / 2:56)Why setting two to three micro habits per quarter is a better practice than setting New Year’s resolutions (16:40 / 14:23)Why it’s important to reflect on your achievements to set habits for the future (25:33 / 23:35) Challenging your brain and developing neuroplasticity (33:11 / 29:11)The science behind implementing small changes in your daily life to get 1% better each day (37:30 / 33:42)Ensuring that you are practicing self-respect, nurturing yourself, and challenging yourself to build more confidence (42:52 / 38:45) Addressing ghosts, deeply embedded neural pathways, and creating affirmations to show yourself you are deserving (52:35 / 48:40)Dr. Tara’s six principles to help you determine if you are on the right path (1:01:33 / 57:15)The challenges that can arise when you try to manifest and the importance of resilience and listening to intuition (1:04:50 / 1:03:48) 3 signs a relationship will fail (1:21:09 / 1:17:07)Manifesting a healthy relationship (1:24:00 / 1:20:04)Loneliness is more prevalent, and how to seek out connections (1:52:00 / 1:48:21)Reminders to help you remember your potential and purpose (1:55:00 / 1:50:19)Also mentioned in this episode:The Source: The Secrets of the Universe, the Science of the BrainDr. Tara Swart’s podcast, Reinvent YourselfAccess more than 3,000 specialty lab tests with Rupa Health. You can check out a free, live demo with a Q&A or create an account at RupaHealth.com today.WHOOP is a personalized digital fitness tracker. To get yours, go to join.whoop.com/dhru and get your first month free.This Black Friday, Bioptimizers is offering their biggest discounts yet and amazing gifts with purchase. Just head over to bioptimizers.com/dhru and enter code DHRU10.