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Combating Tech, P*rn, & Video Game Addiction, How to Regain your Motivation, Rebuild Relationships, and find the right Meditation Style for your Unique Brain. This is a HUGE episode. With millions following his insights, Dr. Alok Kanojia—Harvard-trained psychiatrist and cofounder of Healthy Gamer—dives into the shocking rise of video game, p*rn, & tech addiction, revealing how it’s KILLING our motivation and distracting us from what we truly want in life! Dr. K breaks down what gaming and p*rn addiction look like & who is most vulnerable, the emotional regulation challenges they create, how trauma leads to dissociation and loss of identity, and how gaming impacts those with ADHD differently. He discusses the dark side of online hate and the incel phenomenon, (and how to combat these conflicts effectively), the inverse relationship between dopamine and serotonin, and how to harness your unique way of thinking to achieve greater success. We’ll also tackle the pitfalls of subjective thinking in managing mental health, the correlation between porn addiction and unfulfilling lives, and the dangers of tech developers knowing more about our brains than we do. What about the expectation of quick fixes in medicine? Dr. K discusses the motivational interviewing technique for treating addictions, the role of meditation in boosting motivation, and meditation techniques for those with ADHD! Dr. K also explains: - What’s happening in the brain during severe versus mild addiction - How we are meditating wrong - Why early p*rn exposure can have detrimental effects - How childhood addictions have evolved over generations - Why ADHD is on the rise - What's the deal with dopamine fasting? - Can p*rn ever not be unhealthy? - Why psychedelics can be a positive tool—or a crutch—in treatment - Why finding acceptance online might actually be dangerous - How p*rn addiction impacts real world relationships & tips to overcome it - Rise of body dysmorphia in men - Importance of validating men’s struggles - The growing toxic masculinity movement & incel dynamics Finally, Dr. K teaches us actionable tips on addressing addiction and mindfulness strategies for trauma & ADHD. Level up with MBB today!!
Is codependency secretly sabotaging your life and relationships? Are you losing yourself while desperately trying to fix someone else? Mayim and Jonathan explore how to spot the telltale signs of codependent behavior and distinguish it from a healthy relationship, romantic or otherwise. Using the book, “Codependent No More: How to Stop Controlling Others and Start Caring for Yourself” by Melody Bettle as their guide, Mayim and Jonathan break down how trauma and family dynamics can create codependency and how to break those codependent patterns. Learn why pressuring others to change never works, the physiological toll of codependency, and how to set powerful boundaries to protect yourself. They share tips on how to overcome codependency, such as how to increase emotional resilience, build your self-esteem, recognize your needs, and practice healthy detachment—without losing yourself. Plus, see how Jonathan did on Mayim's codependency quiz!
Julia Stiles, the iconic actress known for 10 Things I Hate About You, Save The Last Dance, Mona Lisa’s Smile, Dexter and the Bourne films, opens up with Mayim and Jonathan about her unexpected shift from acting to directing. Julia reveals why she almost turned down her iconic role in THE BOURNE IDENTITY! She also shares why she doesn’t believe in auditions and the surprising truth about her dance career after SAVE THE LAST DANCE. Plus, find out how raising her kids shaped her approach to directing WISH YOU WERE HERE and why she calls 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU a 90’s “time capsule” of her teen years. Tune in for an unfiltered conversation about Julia’s career evolution, life lessons, and the personal experiences that have shaped her journey!
Suzanne Giesemann, psychic medium, metaphysical teacher, & expert on spiritual growth, shares how the devastating death of her stepdaughter, struck by lightning while pregnant, became the catalyst for her spiritual awakening. Discover how she tapped into her intuition to communicate with the departed, and learn the shocking difference between true intuitive insights and simply making things up. Suzanne also reveals the mind-blowing moment that proved to her beyond a doubt that another realm exists—and why everyone has the potential to access it. Plus, find out how tapping into a higher consciousness can not only transform your life but offer powerful physiological benefits! Don’t miss this opportunity to explore spiritual growth, mediumship, and the power of psychic insight!
