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BITESIZE | A Monk’s Guide To Finding Happiness & Cultivating Inner Peace | Haemin Sunim #595

What if the key to happiness and fulfilment was not changing our external circumstances but learning to appreciate and understand our inner world?  Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests. Today's clip is from episode 476 of the podcast with Buddhist monk and author Haemin Sunim. Haemin is a Zen Buddhist teacher and the author of two Sunday Times bestselling books, including his very latest, the beautiful: ‘When Things Don’t Go Your Way: Zen Wisdom for Difficult Times.’ In this clip, he shares some of his tips and practical insights for a better life. This was a beautiful conversation, full of deep and practical insights that I’m sure will help you find greater peace, purpose and contentment. Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://drinkag1.com/livemore⁠ [https://drinkag1.com/en-uk/partner/livemore?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=influencer&utm_campaign=feelbetterlivemore_d35ct__a1138__o24&utm_term=variable__a1138__o24&utm_content=7-Health-Wellness__a1138__o24] Show notes and the full podcast are available at drchatterjee.com/476 [http://drchatterjee.com/476] Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore⁠⁠ [https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0] For other podcast platforms go to ⁠⁠https://fblm.supercast.com. [https://fblm.supercast.com] DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

The Day I Met My Hero: Jon Bon Jovi on Finding Joy, Overcoming Adversity, Growing Old & Spirituality #594

Have you ever thought about meeting your own heroes and what you would actually say to them if you did? When I was growing up, I used to idolise Jon Bon Jovi. I had a huge flag of him up on my bedroom wall and would listen to every bit of music he released with his band, watch every interview that he gave and read every book I could find about him. I tried to write songs like him, grew my hair like him and even started wearing cowboy boots - just like he did. And, to date, I have seen Bon Jovi in concert on 33 different occasions. So, when the opportunity to talk to him on my podcast came up, you can probably imagine how I felt. Jon Bon Jovi is the frontman for the Grammy Award-winning band Bon Jovi. They have been together for over 40 years, have sold an incredible 130 million albums and performed in over 50 countries around the world for more than 40 million fans. In 2018, the band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in recognition of their longevity and impact on popular music and outside of his music career, Jon and his wife run the Jon Bon Jovi Soul Foundation, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to bringing about positive change and helping those in need “one SOUL at a time.” Yet, beyond the global fame, the sold-out arenas and extensive charitable work, I discovered a man who’s thoughtful, grounded and genuinely curious about what it means to live well. During our incredible conversation, we discuss: * The key ingredients of a happy life: gratitude, friendship, contentment, joy and love. * What Jon has learned about long-term relationships – in marriage, friendship and with his band. * How losing his voice and undergoing vocal surgery became a lesson in acceptance, patience and rediscovering gratitude. * The real cost of success, and why he believes it’s always been worth it. * Why optimism has always been at the heart of Bon Jovi’s music, and why the world needs it now more than ever. * What fame can take from you, and how to stay grounded and authentic in the face of it. * Jon’s reflections on ageing, spirituality and finding peace within himself. * His advice for anyone who has a dream but feels afraid to take the first step. Having this incredible opportunity to speak with Jon reminded me why his music has always resonated so deeply with me. Beneath the anthems and achievements lies a simple message – that happiness, optimism and connection are what truly make life meaningful. Perhaps Jon’s story – and this conversation – will encourage you to think about what brings you joy, who brings you meaning, and how you might share a little more of yourself with the world. They say never meet your heroes - and I understand why they do. But, hand on heart, I can honestly tell you that there is a little boy inside of me, who’s pretty pleased he got to meet his. Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore [https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore]. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com [https://fblm.supercast.com/].   Thanks to our sponsors: https://drinkag1.com/livemore [https://drinkag1.com/livemore] https://thriva.co/ [https://thriva.co/] https://airbnb.co.uk/host [https://airbnb.co.uk/host]   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/594 [https://drchatterjee.com/594]   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

BITESIZE | 5 Simple Daily Habits to Reduce Stress & Avoid Burnout | Dr Rangan Chatterjee #593

Research has found that a staggering 88 percent of the UK workforce has experienced a degree of burnout since 2020. Burnout is a type of chronic, unmanaged stress that has significant consequences for our physical and mental health. It’s characterised by feeling exhausted all the time, with no energy for everyday tasks, and little enjoyment in everyday activities. Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests. Today’s clip is from episode 329 of the podcast, which was a solo episode I recorded all about the rising issue of burnout. In that episode, I outlined the 7 signs that may indicate you are on the road to burnout and shared 10 practical tools to help. In this clip, I walk you through 5 of those simple habits you can think about introducing into your life that can quickly start to help. I truly hope you find this episode helpful and, of course, if you know someone in your life who could benefit from listening, please do share this episode with them. PLEASE NOTE: the signs I mention in this episode are very common and are not exclusive to burnout. If you have the odd sign and it is short lived – please do not worry – we all will experience some of these signs from time to time. Just be mindful if these signs are becoming longstanding. Also, please note that some of these signs can also be found in a variety of other conditions, for example, depression. If you have any concerns, please seek advice from a qualified healthcare professional. Thanks to our sponsor – ⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://drinkag1.com/livemore]⁠⁠⁠https://drinkag1.com/livemore [https://drinkag1.com/livemore] Show notes and the full podcast are available at https://drchatterjee.com/329 [https://drchatterjee.com/329] Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore⁠⁠ [https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0] For other podcast platforms go to ⁠⁠https://fblm.supercast.com. [https://fblm.supercast.com] DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

The 7 Lifestyle Habits That Can Protect Your Brain At Any Age with Dr Dale Bredesen #592

Alzheimer’s disease is something many of us have seen affect our parents or grandparents, and it can feel like one of the most daunting challenges of ageing. But what if the narrative we’ve been told isn’t the whole truth? What if prevention – and even reversal – is possible? Today, I’m delighted to welcome Dr Dale Bredesen to my Feel Better, Live More podcast, a conversation I’ve been looking forward to for many years. An internationally recognised expert in the mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases, Dale’s career has been guided by a simple idea: that Alzheimer’s as we know it is not just preventable, but reversible. His dedicated pursuit of the science that makes this a reality has placed him at the vanguard of neurological research and led to the discoveries that today underlie the ReCODE Protocol™. As well as multiple scientific publications, Dale has written about his findings and research in his first book: ‘The End of Alzheimer’s’, and his very latest book The Ageless Brain is a fantastic read about the simple things we can all do to improve the health of our brains today and across the duration of our lives. In this powerful conversation, we discuss:    * Why Alzheimer’s is not one single disease, but the end result of multiple systems in the body becoming imbalanced. * The four stages of cognitive decline, and why identifying problems early can be a game-changer for prevention and treatment. * The role of genetics, including ApoE4, in dementia risk, and why knowing your genetic status can empower you to take action. * How inflammation, toxins and energy deficits all contribute to brain decline – and what we can do to address them.    * Real-life case studies of people who have improved, even those in the early stages of dementia. * The seven key lifestyle factors that can protect and optimise brain health at any age, from diet and exercise to sleep, stress and detoxification. Dale also shares his vision of a future where cognitive decline is no longer seen as an inevitable part of ageing, but as something we can act on early – much like we already do with heart disease or cancer - and this opens the door to simple, everyday steps we can all take to protect our brains. If you’ve witnessed Alzheimer’s in your family, it’s easy to feel powerless. But as Dale explains, there is much we can do to reduce our risk, support brain health and hold onto the connections and memories that matter most. I hope you enjoy listening. Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore [https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore]. For other podcast platforms go to https://fblm.supercast.com [https://fblm.supercast.com/].   Thanks to our sponsors: https://drinkag1.com/livemore [https://drinkag1.com/livemore] https://airbnb.co.uk/host [https://airbnb.co.uk/host] https://www.calm.com/livemore [https://www.calm.com/livemore] https://www.boncharge.com/livemore [https://www.boncharge.com/livemore]   Show notes https://drchatterjee.com/592 [https://drchatterjee.com/592]   DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or qualified healthcare provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.

BITESIZE | Do This Every Day to Feel Less Stress, More Joy and Boost Your Physical & Mental Wellbeing | Dr Dacher Keltner #591

Today’s guest proposes that awe is an emotion that’s all around us, waiting to be discovered – and in doing so, we can begin to transform our health and lives for the better.  Feel Better Live More Bitesize is my weekly podcast for your mind, body, and heart. Each week I’ll be featuring inspirational stories and practical tips from some of my former guests. Today’s clip is from episode 340 of the podcast with professor of psychology and author of the book The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life, Dr Dacher Keltner. Dacher has spent decades studying the science of happiness and in this clip, he shares how experiencing awe can transform our physical and mental wellbeing and why one of the ways we can access this best is through something called ‘collective effervescence’. I truly believe that Dacher’s work can help all of us find greater meaning and greater health. He’s done a fantastic job of finding the science to support his words, but I think we also know intuitively that what he’s saying makes perfect sense. Thanks to our sponsor ⁠⁠⁠https://drinkag1.com/livemore [https://drinkag1.com/livemore] Show notes and the full podcast are available at https://drchatterjee.com/340 [https://drchatterjee.com/340] Support the podcast and enjoy Ad-Free episodes. Try FREE for 7 days on Apple Podcasts ⁠⁠https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore⁠⁠ [https://apple.co/feelbetterlivemore%E2%81%A0%E2%81%A0] For other podcast platforms go to ⁠⁠https://fblm.supercast.com. [https://fblm.supercast.com] DISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast and on this webpage is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast or on my website.