Everyday Endorphins

Dr. Tim Bono is the Assistant Dean in the College of Arts & Sciences and lecturer in the psychological & brain sciences department at Washington University in St. Louis. He is also the author of “Happiness 101: Simple Secrets to Smart Living and Wellbeing.”  His teaching and research focuses on positive psychology and college student development. In this episode, Dr. Bono and I chatted about the f...

Dr. Chanler is a clinical psychologist-psychoanalyst in private practice in Tribeca, NYC. She specializes in anxiety, enmeshed relationships, and mindful sport psychology, and uses a mindful approach in her treatments. Dr. Chanler supervises and teaches on the interface of spirituality with psychoanalysis, and has published research papers and presented internationally. She also is currently...

What is life without suffering? Philosophers, psychologists, and writers (think: Victor Frankel) have attempted to understand the meaning and utility behind pain and suffering, and how they interact to build a meaningful life.  In this episode, I spoke with Brian Bogert to discuss his philosophy around pain versus suffering, the power of perseverance, and why cultivating grit enables us to be...

Crowdsurf is a social activity planning platform that uses technology to bridge the real world with the tech world. This week, I had the opportunity to chat with co-founders Kyla, Serena, and Mira, students at Harvard and Stanford University, about the origin story of Crowdsurf, and how the app is meant to combat issues of social isolation among Gen-z'ers.  The Crowdsurf team also placed as a fina...

We all know that technology is a double-edged sword. Although the creation of online communities can build a sense of unity, research around the effects of social media suggests otherwise. We are becoming divided, and our mental health is plummeting, so it's imperative that we learn how to re-engage with technology mindfully.  In this episode, I chatted with Bob Wigley , author of Born Digita...

This week, I brought former guest Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino onto the podcast to talk about hormonal health and PCOS. Dr. Tolentino is a senior physician at Parsley Health , which is one of the leading telehealth companies in the US that focuses on personalized care and holistic medicine. In this episode, Dr. Tolentino shared some common misconceptions about hormonal health, why understanding our hormon...

This week I had the pleasure of chatting with Caley Alyssa , internationally renowned yoga instructor and entreprenuer. Caley is sponsored by Alo Yoga and has digital content featured on the Alo Moves platform .  In this episode, Caley and I chatted about following your gut when making big decisions, the power of psychedelics, and the practice of yoga nidra. 

SPECIAL EPISODE!  This week I chatted with Michael Murphy, co-founder of the Esalen Institute. Esalen is a leading retreat center located in Big Sur, California, focused on exploring human potential. Beyond a traditional educational institute, Esalen is a worldwide network of curious individuals looking to explore deeper spiritual possibilities, forge new understandings of self and society, and pi...

Our inner critic is the voice inside our head that promotes self doubt and creates catastrophic narratives. That voice can be loud and powerful- don't let it get the best of you. This week, I brought Ben Schoelzel onto the podcast to discuss how we can disarm our inner critic and boost our own self-esteem. Ben is the co-founder of Deep Breath, a digital scientific program targeting low self-esteem...

Jess Geevarghese is the Founder and Chief Wellness Officer of Wellspace TX, which is a corporate wellness company that works with a variety of clients, from small nonprofits to large companies, to improve their employees wellbeing and foster a better workplace culture. In this episode, Jess and I discuss how to find an optimal work-life balance while we’re all working from home, ways to reduce bur...

In a year, the world's entire perception of the healthcare industry has transformed before our eyes. Not only has COVID-19 accelerated digital innovation, but a new paradigm of personalized health is emerging in the industry, challenging health brands to think about the ways in which they communicate with consumers. This week I invited Lars Bengston, Chief Content Officer of Havas Health & You...

There are hundreds of studies in the field of pyschology that investigate the impact of writing on mental health. This week, I brought Kelly Wiesehan onto the podcast to talk about her own experiences as a writer, and how daily journaling has been a creative and therapeutic outlet for her. Kelly is a senior at Washington University in St. Louis and soon-to-be published author of Small Legs Big Tee...

Isabella Vaccaro is a senior at the University of Miami and author of Stranger Love: Young People’s Stories of Finding Connection Online, a book that discusses the digital dating world and how to navigate the era of online dating. In this episode, we talked about cultivating a healthy mindset when it comes to dating, how to date with intention, and the importance learning how to stay in the presen...

As a mental health advocate and OBGYN, Dr. Chi Amadi has dedicated herself to helping women acheive an understanding of their bodies and strive to be their healthiest. In this episode, Dr. Chi and I talk about the different aspects of sexual wellness and the importance of setting boundaries in establishing healthy relationships. TW: This episode contains content related to sexual harrassment and a...

Lindsey Metselaar is the founder and host of We Met at Acme , a podcast that discusses millenial dating in NYC. In this episode, Lindsey and I chatted about the widespread shift in college dating culture over the past decade. From situationships to relationships and more, we get into the rise of casual flings and the role mental health plays in navigating uncertainty in ambiguous relationships , a...

Lily Womble is the founder of Date Brazen . As a former matchmaker, Lily pivoted into date coaching, where she helps her clients build a holistic dating strategy based on reflective practices that prioritize their wellness to reduce anxiety and stress in dating. From her own experiences and the stories of her clients, it became clear to Lily that dating is a microcosm of every fear, hope, insecuri...

Eliana was diagnosed with glaucoma and cataracts at birth, growing up blind. However, she didn’t let her disability inhibit her from achieving her goals, as she is an athlete and plays on the Paralympic National Women’s Goalball Team representing Team USA. Eliana earned a Bronze Medal at the Rio Paralympic Games in 2016, and is now training for the upcoming Tokyo games. She is also in graduate sch...

Dr. Jaclyn Tolentino is a Doctor of Osteopathy and Board Certified Family Physician based in California. She is a Senior Physician at Parsley Health, which is the leading telehealth company specializing in holistic medicine and personalized care. Dr. Tolentino has navigated the health care system as a breast cancer survivor, and is committed to creating opportunities for her patients to make empow...

Gigi Robinson is a digital content producer, photographer, and TikTok creator who shares content about body image, chronic illness advocacy, and visual content tips across her platforms. She is a recent graduate and current masters student at University of Southern California studying Design, Business & Technology. She invites her online community to reach out her to have meaningful conversations...

Rachel Deutsch is a yoga instructor and actress based in Los Angeles. In this episode, we chatted about common misconceptions of practicing yoga and how the act of setting intentions in yoga can help create better goals and set intentions moving into the New Year.

This week I spoke with Taryn Gurbach, a sophomore at WashU in St. Louis, on college life during COVID. As 2020 is coming to a close, Taryn and I reflected on these past few months at school, how she's navigated the uncertainty and ambiguity of this semester, and certain routines she's adopted to spark happiness and joy in her life. Taryn is also on the volleyball team at WashU and is the host of h...

Sometimes, we really just need to chill the F* out. Life is hard, no matter if you suffer from a mental health diagnosis or not, and we all experience at least some level of daily stress. This week I spoke with Staci Benaroya, otherwise known as the NYC therapist, about techniques we can use to just take a step back and calm down. Staci is a NYC-based Licensed Psychodynamic Therapist, Coach, and B...

As Aristotle said, "Good habits formed at youth make all the difference." While it's certainly great to implement healthy habits and behaviors at a young age,  it's never too late to start. This week I spoke with Rachel Fawcett about the power of implementing microsteps and the effect of small choices on improved wellbeing. Rachel is the winner of the Thrive ZP Challenge and is now working at Thri...

Do you ever look at someone and think, how do they do it all?  Those are the exact thoughts that run through my head when I think of Camryn Okere. Camryn recently graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2020, where she studied leadership, strategic management, and design. She is now working full-time at Mastercard and is also the founder of Rem and Company, a social impact initiative...

What is flow, and how can we tap into flow-like states of being? What are some strategies we can adopt to make better decisions to lead a more purposeful life? These are just some of the many questions Julia and I discuss in this interview. Dr. Julia Colangelo is a licensed social worker, coach, consultant, and flow researcher based out of New York City. In her work, Julia helps driven professiona...