trauma | Chase Jarvis

May 08

Stanford Neurosurgeon on the Science of Manifestation

People say "in your dreams" when they want to imply that something isn't going to happen. But according to this expert, dreams are the best place to start when it comes to making goals a reality. Dr. James Doty is a world-renowned neurosurgeon, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and New York Times bestselling author. He is also the founder and director of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education at Stanford University. I recently had the... read more ›

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May 01

The Secret to Creating Art That’s Authentically YOU with IN-Q

The box we're forced to think within as artists is constantly shrinking. It's no secret that society puts certain expectations and limitations on artists, whether it's in terms of subject matter, style, or even success. We're told to stick to what sells, what is marketable and popular. And for the most part, success stories in the art world seem to follow this formula. But not all of them. Emmy-nominated poet, multi-platinum songwriter, and world-renowned keynote... read more ›

549 reads

Nov 29

How to Be the Love We Seek with Dr. Nicole LePera

Clinical Psychologist Dr. Nicole LePera has extensively studied the science that ties the mind and body together. Inspired by her own personal experiences with anxiety and stress, she's dedicated to understanding how difficult feelings emerge with the goal of empowering others to take control of their lives in a holistic way. I recently had the pleasure of having her back on the podcast to discuss the interplay between physical and mental health, the importance of... read more ›

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Oct 11

Beyond Michael Pollan: A Fresh Perspective on the World of Psychedelics

Clinical neuropsychologist Andy Mitchell is well-respected for his work in the fields of neurology and psychiatry. In this episode, he sits down with me to share the groundbreaking, real-world experiences with psychedelics detailed in his new book, 'Ten Trips: The New Reality of Psychedelics', and shine a light on how they can be used to help creative individuals on their journey of self-realization, stress management and growth. What are Psychedelics? Let's start off with a... read more ›

699 reads

May 17

The Surprising Way Spirituality Can Improve Your Mental Health with Rainn Wilson

https://youtu.be/agHxq6ah1Xk "Please God, don't let them be out of coffee". Although we're all guilty of saying prayers like these every now and then, the reality is that our society is more disconnected from spirituality than ever. In fact, such in-the-moment pleas are probably the closest many people get to acknowledging some sort of higher power in their life nowadays. Why is that? Religion is literally as old as time, yet its prevalence has dwindled over... read more ›

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Jun 08

How an Unconventional Path Got Nabil Ayers to President of One of the Most Influential Music Labels

There is the path that society influences us to take in our journey towards purpose and success, and there is the voice that may call us to an unbeaten path when we don’t quite fit the mainstream mold. This was the case with Nabil Ayers, who, at two years old fell in love with music when he was given his first drum set. Though Nabil did end up going to college, his marks did not... read more ›

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Feb 23

Trauma is Wreaking Havoc in Our Lives with Gabby Bernstein

HOW TO GO FROM TRAUMA TO FREEDOM AND INNER PEACE Deep in the grips of drug addiction, Gabby Bernstein was sitting in her beaten-up white Toyota Corolla playing a cassette again and again and listening to a psychic saying to her, “You have two choices in this lifetime: You could stay addicted—and that’s not going to be good—or you can get clean and make a major impact on the world.” In that moment, she couldn’t... read more ›

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Jan 05

Ego, Disrupted. How Buddhist Wisdom meets Western Therapy with Dr. Mark Epstein

You are not who you think you are.” - Ram Dass Psychotherapy and Buddhist thought have long been considered separate worlds - psychotherapy is about optimizing the mind and minimizing the impact of emotional trauma, while Buddhist practice emphasizes letting go, acceptance, and finding peace. But what do Western psychotherapy and Buddhism have in common? They are both ways of seeking happiness and fulfillment in life. On today's episode, Dr. Mark Epstein, psychotherapist, and bestselling... read more ›

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Jul 14

The Stories That Hold Us Back with Jon Acuff

Your thoughts aren't something you have, they're something you hone. It's a double-edged sword; optimistic, enthusiastic thinking compounds over time to create amazing things, while a multitude of mental woes can dampen our willingness to go bigger. Jon Acuff, author of Soundtracks: the surprising solution to overthinking and one of my favorite speakers, is on the podcast to give us a lesson on how to address negative, repetitive thoughts to steer us towards our goals... read more ›

432 reads

Jun 09

How to Heal From Your Past with Dr. Nicole LePera

Have you ever felt that who you thought you were doesn't align with who you actually are? If so, you're not alone. Whether it by cultural conditioning or childhood trauma, it's not hard to see how our inner voice can get lost in the noise. Enter Dr. Nicole LePera. Nicole is a Holistic Psychologist and Content Creator works to help us learn to heal trauma and consciously recreate ourselves. Nicole discovered holistic psychology while on a... read more ›

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