The Natural State with Dr. Anthony Gustin

202: East Forest - The Healing Power of Music

East Forest is a multidisciplinary artist, producer, and ceremony guide known for his genre-blending music combining ambient, neoclassical, avant-pop, and electronic sounds. East Forest and Anthony discuss the integral role of music in the human experience, particularly in the context of psychedelic-assisted therapy and its potential for healing and emotional processing. Since 2008, his work has focused on using sound as a tool for inner journeys and consciousness expansion. In addition to his music, East Forest offers guided meditations, retreats, and a podcast, Ten Laws w/East Forest, where he explores accessible spirituality and inner resilience. His latest project, Music for Mushrooms, is a documentary exploring the transformative power of psychedelics, music, and community, accompanied by a live ceremony soundtrack. Tune into this episode to hear them discuss: * The historical significance of music as a bonding experience for humans throughout history. * The origins of music and its use in processing emotions and navigating complex human experiences. * The importance of music in psychedelic-assisted therapy and how it serves as a guiding force during transformative experiences. * The importance of silence in music and it's role in processing psychedelic journeys. Resources mentioned in this episode: * Check out EquipFoods.com [https://www.equipfoods.com/] and enter code TNS at checkout for 15% off! * Visit LineageProvisions.com [http://lineageprovisions.com/] and use code AG20 for 20% off your first order! * Check out musicformushrooms.com or eastforest.org * Watch the trailer [https://youtu.be/8zC-FwDBdBQ] to Music for Mushrooms, out now! * East Forest's website: eastforest.org [https://eastforest.org/] * East Forest's Instagram: @eastforest

201: Charles Duhigg - Becoming a Supercommunicator

Charles Duhigg is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and bestselling author. He chats with Dr. Anthony Gustin about the science of "Supercommunicators." According to Charles, Supercommunicators have unlocked the secret language of connection. This one trait makes them more successful in all areas of their life. Best part? Anyone can become a Supercommunicator! If you're familiar with Charles' books The Power of Habit and Smarter Faster Better, you know he takes a science-driven approach to understanding human nature and its potential for transformation. His new book, Supercommunicators, is no different. It's full of science-backed tips and tricks for more effective, connection-boosting conversations. So in this episode, Charles and Dr. Gustin explore: * The science of communication, conversation, and connection * Why communication is a human superpower * The benefits of being a better communicator * The three types of conversations * How the "Matching Principle" explains miscommunication * The difference between inviting vs. mandating conversations * What makes Supercommunicators so effective * How to ask deep questions to better connect with others (+ the best one to ask!) * What "looping for understanding" means, and how it's helpful during conflict or arguments Resources mentioned in this episode: * Check out EquipFoods.com [http://equipfoods.com] and enter code TNS at checkout for 15% off! * Visit LineageProvisions.com [http://lineageprovisions.com] and use code AG20 for 20% off your first order! * Charles Duhigg's website [https://www.charlesduhigg.com/] * Charles' book: Supercommunicators [https://www.charlesduhigg.com/supercommunicators]

200: Eric Edmeades - Closing the Evolution Gap

Eric Edmeades is a globally recognized authority in health, practical psychology, and behavioral transformation. He chats with Dr. Anthony Gustin about closing the "Evolution Gap." For the past 15+ years, Eric has made extensive trips to live with the Hadza Tribe of Tanzania, one of the few remaining hunter-gatherer societies. He even organized the trip Dr. Gustin ventured on with Dr. Paul Saladino! Eric's deep immersion and the insights gained from these experiences have significantly informed his work in the health and wellness industry. His book Postdiabetic offers a holistic, actionable 9-week plan to tackle prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. His newest book, The Evolution Gap, explores how the mismatch between our slow biological evolution and rapidly innovating modern lives impacts our health and well-being. Tune into this episode to hear them discuss: * How Eric's unique family history sparked his interest in human evolution * The profound changes experienced by the Hadza Tribe since Eric first began visiting * Eric's evolutionary health journey and vegan vs. Paleo diets * Why it's easier to get diabetes today than it was 50 years ago * The "Evolution Gap" and why Eric believes almost every physical and mental condition erupts from that space * Using natural and artificial solutions to "close" the gap and align our lifestyles more closely with the rhythms/systems our bodies were designed for Resources mentioned in this episode: * Check out EquipFoods.com [https://www.equipfoods.com/] and enter code TNS at checkout for 15% off! * Visit LineageProvisions.com [http://lineageprovisions.com] and use code AG20 for 20% off your first order! * Eric Edmeades' website: EricEdmeades.com [http://ericedmeades.com] * Eric's books: The Evolution Gap [https://ericedmeades.com/flow/the-evolution-gap/evolution-pre-order/] and Postdiabetic [https://postdiabetes.com/] * Eric's WILDFIT® [https://getwildfit.com/] program * Eric's Instagram: @EricEdmeades [https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/?hl=en]

199: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon - Muscle-Centric-Medicine for Longevity

In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon chats with Dr. Anthony Gustin about Muscle-Centric-Medicine®. With her background in family medicine, geriatrics, and nutritional science, Dr. Lyon discovered that optimizing your health starts by focusing on the biggest organ in your body: skeletal muscle. Her book Forever Strong outlines how your muscle health directly impacts your metabolic health, mental health, and overall lifespan. As she says, "Muscle is the key to longevity and aging well. The more muscle health you have, the better your trajectory of aging." So she uses this approach to help the world's game changers — from Navy SEALs and elite athletes to CEOs and entrepreneurs — become the best versions of themselves. During their conversation, Dr. Gustin and Dr. Lyon discuss: * The habits, behaviors, and standards her high-performing patients share that predict success across every aspect of their lives. * How to create systems that address your personal weaknesses and outsmart your predictability. * Why muscle health is so underappreciated and often ignored. * Signs you don't have healthy skeletal muscle. * Why a lack of muscle is a greater health threat than obesity. * Measuring strength vs. power to determine muscle quality. * The importance of eating enough protein, working out hard enough, and building/preserving muscle mass as we age. Resources mentioned in this episode: * Go to EquipFoods.com/TNS to grab 15% off your order * Visit LineageProvisions.com and use code AG20 for 20% off your first order * Dr. Gabrielle Lyon's Website: DrGabrielleLyon.com [https://drgabriellelyon.com/] * Dr. Lyon's Book: Forever Strong: A New, Science-Based Strategy for Aging Well [https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668007878] * Dr. Lyon's Podcast: The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dr-gabrielle-lyon-show/id1622316426] * Dr. Lyon's Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok: @DrGabrielleLyon

198: Dr. Josh Axe - Making Earth a Heavenly Place

Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CNS, is a certified doctor of natural medicine and clinical nutritionist who helps people heal and prevent illness by using food, lifestyle, and mindset medicine. He chats with Dr. Anthony Gustin about how the right mindset creates a more meaningful life. Dr. Axe suffered a very traumatic injury that left him unable to walk. He spent the last year and a half recovering by using natural remedies and focusing on mindset, which he shares more about during the episode. This experience solidified his beliefs about what's important in life besides nutrition and physical health — faith, spirituality, and being a good human. Tune in to hear them discuss: * Why "mindset medicine" is the biggest aspect of better health we're not talking about * The benefits of finding your purpose and identity * How Dr. Axe defied his doctor's expectations with a healing mindset * What religion and spirituality mean to them * Lessons we can learn about being a good human from the Bible to The Lord of the Rings * Our universal purpose to heal the Earth and its people * Using your unique talents to heed your calling and help others * Virtue ethics and what makes someone a good person * The difference between an Accomplishing mindset vs. a Becoming mindset Resources mentioned in this episode: * Visit HVMN.com/AG to get 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQTM * Visit LineageProvisions.com and use code AG20 for 20% off your first order * Dr. Josh Axe's website: DrAxe.com [https://draxe.com/] * Dr. Axe's new book: Think This, Not That [https://www.amazon.com/Think-This-Not-That-Breakthrough/dp/1400337844] * Dr. Axe's Instagram: @DrJoshAxe [https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/] * Dr. Axe on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe]