Episode 465: Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman: Why Everyone's Playing Victim (And How to Stop)
Are we living in a victim culture? Cognitive psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman thinks so - and his new book "Rise Above" is the antidote we desperately need.
In this Habits and Hustle episode, Scott and I dive into what separates those who rise above their circumstances from those who stay stuck. We discuss the difference between being victimized and having a victim mindset, explain why vulnerable narcissism is worse than grandiose narcissism, and reveal how "affirming therapy" might actually be keeping people trapped. Plus, Kaufman shares his sailboat model of self-actualization and why psychological flexibility is the key to resilience.
Scott Barry Kaufman is a cognitive psychologist, author, and podcaster who teaches at Columbia University. His research focuses on intelligence, creativity, and human potential. He's the author of several books including "Ungifted" and runs the Center for Human Potential coaching program.
What We Discuss:
(01:00) Self-Actualization and Overcoming Victim Mindset
(10:05) The Complexity of Narcissism Mindset
(14:37) Rise Above
(29:40) Understanding Victim Mindset and Toxic Activism
(37:49) Left-Wing Authoritarianism and Victim Mindset
(44:45) Therapy Trends and Personal Growth
(52:34) The Psychology of Polarization and Shame
(58:52) Cultivating Psychological Flexibility and Identity Evolution
(01:08:41) The Importance of Curiosity in Intelligence
…and more!
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Episode 464: Dr. Stacy Sims: Why Women Are Not Small Men and Need to Train Completely Differently
Why do women and men get vastly different results from the same workout and diet plan? In this Fitness Friday episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, I sit down with Dr. Stacy Sims, exercise physiologist, who reveals the differences that affect every aspect of how women should approach fitness and nutrition.
We dive into how puberty creates a biomechanical shift that changes everything and reveal why popular fitness trends like Zone 2 training and Orange Theory classes may actually be working against women's biology. We also share the specific strategies women need to combat muscle loss, maintain bone density, and optimize body composition.
Dr. Stacy Sims is an international exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist who specializes in sex differences in training, nutrition, and environmental conditions. She's the author of "Roar" and "Next Level" and has spent decades researching how women's unique physiology requires different approaches to health and fitness.
What we discuss:
Why women are born with different muscle fiber types than men
Why Zone 2 training isn't optimal for most women throughout their lives
The importance of power-based and strength training for women's longevity
How perimenopause changes training needs
Why moderate intensity workouts can increase cortisol and visceral fat
Why women need heavy lifting (0-6 reps) during perimenopause
Why women are more prone to ACL injuries and frozen shoulder
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Episode 463: Dr. Erika Schwartz: Why Your Doctor Is Wrong About Hormones and How HRT Actually Saves Lives
Are you being told hormones are dangerous while suffering through menopause symptoms? In this episode of the Habits and Hustle podcast, I sit down with hormone pioneer Dr. Erika Schwartz, who reveals why the 2002 Women's Health Initiative study destroyed women's health for decades.
We explore how 7 million women were wrongly taken off hormones overnight, why your gynecologist still fears HRT, and the difference between bioidentical and synthetic hormones. Dr. Schwartz explains why pellets are dangerous, shares her daily supplement stack, and reveals how to find the right hormone doctor when the medical system has failed you.
Dr. Erika Schwartz is a board-certified internist and hormone expert with over 30 years of experience. She's the author of "Don't Let Your Doctor Kill You" and became the leading hormone authority after her book "The Hormone Solution" hit #2 on Amazon the same year the flawed hormone study was published.
What We Discuss:
(06:50) Debunking Myths About Hormone Replacement
(14:25) Navigating the Broken Medical System
(19:20) Optimizing Health Through Hormone Replacement
(35:56) Foundation of Hormones and Supplements
(47:59) The Dark Truth About Medical Insurance
(52:48) Exploring Supplements for Health
(01:06:24) Empowering Women in Healthcare
…and more!
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Episode 462: Wesley Hunt: The Ex-Military Method for Staying Lean While Eating Massive Meals
How does a busy congressman maintain peak physical condition while juggling DC politics and constant travel? In this Fitness Friday episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, I am joined by Congressman Wesley Hunt as he breaks down his unconventional approach to fitness and nutrition that keeps him razor-sharp.
We dive into his extreme intermittent fasting protocol, his massive one-meal-a-day strategy, and why he never schedules breakfast meetings. Hunt also shares his strategic workout split, 10,000-steps-a-day commitment, and how he stays disciplined with his three-days-on, one-day-off lifting routine even during hectic congressional schedules.
Wesley Hunt represents Congressional District 38 in Houston, Texas. A West Point graduate and former Apache helicopter pilot, Hunt served eight years in the Army before entering politics. He currently serves on the House Judiciary and Natural Resources committees.
What we discuss:
20-hour intermittent fasting and one-meal-a-day protocol
Eating 33-ounce steaks and whole chickens in single sittings
10,000 steps daily through strategic treadmill and walking
Three-day workout split: legs, chest/triceps, back/biceps
Why he avoids breakfast meetings and alcohol
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Episode 461: Dr. Dale Bredesen: How to Reverse Alzheimer's and Detect Brain Decline in Your 20s
Did you know you can detect Alzheimer's risk in your 20s with a simple blood test? In this Habits and Hustle episode, I sit down with Dr. Dale Bredesen, the first scientist to successfully reverse Alzheimer's disease.
We explore the three major causes of cognitive decline, why your brain fog might be pre-Alzheimer's, and the shocking truth about everyday toxins like sushi, hair dye, and microplastics. We also dive into the KetoFlex 12-3 protocol and why 45 million Americans are headed for Alzheimer's. From sleep apnea's brain damage to the surprising benefits of saunas and cold plunges, this episode transforms everything you thought you knew about brain health.
Dr. Dale Bredesen is an internationally recognized expert in neurodegenerative diseases and creator of the ReCODE Protocol™. He earned his M.D. from Duke University, served as founding President and CEO of the Buck Institute, and is author of the New York Times bestseller The End of Alzheimer's.
What We Discuss:
(01:00) - Reversing Alzheimer's
(14:53) - Toxins and Brain Health
(21:31) - Brain Health and Sleep Quality
(36:01) - Toxins and Dietary Choices
(41:16) - Optimizing Brain Health Through Lifestyle
(50:55) - Reversing Inflammation and Brain Decline
(58:23) - Toxins, Mitochondria, and Cognitive Health
(01:19:40) - Differentiating Dementia From Alzheimer's
(01:23:59) - Achieving Optimal Brain Health Through Diet
(01:27:50) - Restoring Brain Energy With Ketones
…and more!
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Habits and Hustle helps share the stories, habits, and rituals of people's journeys on living fulfilled lives. Host Jennifer Cohen interviews thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and overall extraordinary people who share their insight and open up about the normally hidden aspects that have made a difference in their success.
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