It's Your Life Podcast

Join Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM, for a conversation about how he has championed the integration of fitness and healthcare, while emphasizing the vital role that qualified exercise professionals play in preventing chronic disease, reducing health disparities, and improving quality of life. Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM Biography Cedric X. Bryant, PhD, FACSM, is the Chief Executive Officer of the A...

Dr. Melissa Sundermann will discuss how health is shaped far beyond the walls of the medical office. Drawing from her work in Lifestyle Medicine, her “Doctor Outdoors” platform, and her leadership in Social Prescribing and Nature as Medicine, she will explore practical ways to help people live healthier, more connected, and more vibrant lives. Biography Melissa Sundermann, DO, DipABLM,...

How we age is shaped by more than the passing years. This conversation explores how fear can limit our choices, how purpose gives us a reason to keep growing, and how the stories we tell ourselves influence what we believe is possible in later life.  Healthy Ageing isn't only about adding years to your life. It's about understanding what keeps us engaged with life- and recognizing when fear r...

Dr. Rachel Zoffness is a Pain Scientist, Author, and leading voice in pain science whose work helps people understand that pain is influenced by biological, psychological, and social factors. In The Pain Management Workbook , she combines neuroscience, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and practical self-management strategies to help individuals better understand their pain, calm the nerv...

This timely conversation explores the growing interest in peptides—short chains of amino acids that act as natural messengers, helping cells communicate and supporting important functions such as muscle health, metabolism, sleep, recovery, and healthy aging. The discussion examines how peptides occur naturally in the body and certain foods, how oral peptides move through digestion, how they...

This engaging discussion with Dr. Mark Faries explores how psychology and religion intersect with lifestyle medicine to influence health, behavior, and lasting personal change. Dr. Faries examines why people often struggle to adopt healthier habits, challenges common health and fitness myths, and discusses how faith—particularly through the lens of early Christianity—can provide meanin...

This insightful conversation explores the school years as a critical period of neurodevelopment, changing academic expectations, and evolving emotional and social experiences. How a child’s inner world influences learning, relationships, and behavior, while highlighting how school becomes an extension of both the child’s development and the family’s parenting journey. Support the...

This inspiring conversation with  Linda Roszak Burton, President of DRW Coaching , explores the concept of  Human Flourishing  and how gratitude can serve as a powerful foundation for living a more meaningful and fulfilling life. Linda examines four essential elements of flourishing— self-awareness, environmental stability, fundamental beliefs, and purpose and meaning —r...

This conversation takes an honest and personal look at how our bodies change as we get older and how those changes can affect nearly every aspect of our lives, including exercise, nutrition, sleep, energy, and mental and emotional well-being.  Adjusting physical activities, changing eating habits, managing aches and pains, recognizing new limitations, and dealing with injuries or health condi...

This conversation with  Dr. David Lai  explores the evolving future of healthcare by examining why modern medicine is highly effective at treating disease yet often falls short in measuring and promoting true health. Drawing on evidence-based functional medicine, global health experience, and advances in precision medicine, Dr. Lai discusses the early biological changes that precede chro...

Tina Bernard, founder of  Badass Arts ,  joins us to explore   "The Badass Path to Health: Emotional Honesty, Awe, and a More Fully Lived Life."   In this inspiring conversation, she shares how embracing emotional honesty, cultivating moments of awe, and expressing ourselves through creativity can lead to deeper healing, resilience, and authentic well-being. Tina discusses how...

Explore the disconnect between knowing what supports health and actually being able to do it. Discuss how the nervous system, rather than a lack of motivation, often determines whether healthy behaviors feel possible. S haron Plaché Biography Sharon Plaché is a Doctoral Scholar in Lifestyle Medicine Education, health promotion, trauma-informed care, and behavioral change at Rocky Mou...

Summary Explore the disconnect between knowing what supports health and actually being able to do it. Discuss how the nervous system, rather than a lack of motivation, often determines whether healthy behaviors feel possible. Sharon Plaché Biography Sharon Plaché is a Doctoral Scholar in Lifestyle Medicine Education, health promotion, trauma-informed care, and behavioral change at Ro...

This discussion explores how new obesity medications are transforming the landscape of obesity care while highlighting the growing importance of understanding the science behind obesity as a complex, chronic condition. As medical treatments continue to advance, lived experiences remind us that medication alone is not the complete answer; lifestyle medicine, individualized care, and compassion rema...

This conversation explores a fundamental question: are we approaching mental health in the most effective way? It examines what mental health truly means beyond diagnostic labels, the distinction between normal human suffering and mental illness, the influence of life experiences, relationships, and environment on emotional well-being, and the evidence surrounding current treatment approaches. It...

This conversation explores the powerful connection between financial health and mental well-being, emphasizing that true financial security is about far more than income or investment returns. It examines how mindset, daily habits, emotional decision-making, and financial clarity influence stress, relationships, retirement planning, and overall quality of life. The discussion also highlights the p...

Dr. Eric Shapira highlights how ageism can contribute to loneliness among older adults by fostering stereotypes that diminish their value, independence, and social connections. He emphasizes that compassionate healthcare goes beyond treating medical conditions; it involves listening attentively, respecting each person's dignity, and recognizing the emotional and social challenges that often accomp...

Dr. Rebecca Mannis focuses on the growing challenges facing teens, including anxiety, social media pressures, test anxiety, and the impact of AI and technology on mental health and self-esteem. Dr. Mannis emphasizes that emotional well-being is strengthened when students develop healthy coping strategies, maintain balance between online and offline activities, and focus on self-worth bey...

This conversation with Dr. Michael Mantell focused on the connection between mental health, resilience, and overall well-being. Dr. Mantell shared insights on the importance of developing a positive mindset, managing stress effectively, and building healthy habits that support both emotional and physical health. He emphasized that personal growth begins with self-awareness and intentiona...

Dr. James JC Cooley along with Co-Host Dr. Michael Mantell-  renowned and esteemed mental health architect and prolific author have a sit-down conversation with  Dr. Debbie Joffe Ellis -licensed psychologist, licensed mental health counselor, presenter, writer and adjunct professor at Columbia University and  Robin W. Thorburn  - Clinical Hypnotherapist and Psychother...

A seated conversation with our royal guests from Ghana about their visit to the United States, receiving honorary doctorate degrees, and sharing their kingdom’s vision, philanthropic efforts, community impact, and partnerships with organizations dedicated to helping others. Support the show: http://www.cooleyfoundation.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Show Summary: A Royal Week Of Festivities In Dallas Texas Hosted By Black Women Who Want MORE.  We don't plan events, we create experiences. Starting Wednesday May 20th, The Queens Of  Black Women Who Want More, will host the Kings Of Ghana at multiple celebrations, a graduation, a book signing and a global "mastermind" with international Thought Leaders.  ...

Dr. James JC Cooley along with Co-Host Dr. Michael Mantell-  renowned and esteemed mental health architect and prolific author have a sit-down conversation with  Jason Gootman  - a Mayo Clinic Certified Wellness Coach and National Board-Certified Health and Wellness Coach as well as a certified nutritionist and certified exercise physiologist. Summary : This conversation explor...

In this episode, Dr. Stephen Sideroff explores the concept of going  beyond burnout  by introducing what he calls “burn-up”—a state of chronic stress where individuals continue functioning on the surface but are internally depleted, overwhelmed, and at risk of breaking down. He explains how to recognize the warning signs of burn-up, from constant fatigue to em...

Robin W. Thorburn focuses on helping individuals rewire subconscious patterns that drive anxiety, enabling calmer and more adaptive responses. The discussion also addresses breaking conditional beliefs around self-worth to build a more stable and intrinsic sense of identity. Finally, it explores developing confidence through action and managing modern stress by reducing overwhelm and improving men...