The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes

“Toxic positivity is like putting a bandaid on a bullet wound.”Today's guest is Dr. Caroline Leaf. She is a communication pathologist and cognitive neuroscientist specializing in cognitive and metacognitive neuropsychology. Since the early 1980s she has researched the mind-brain connection, the nature of mental health, and the formation of memory. She was one of the first in her field to study neuroplasticity and how the brain can change with directed mind input. She’s also a speaker, podcaster and the author of multiple best-selling books, with her latest being “Cleaning Up Your Mental Mess.” She’s also created an app called Neurocycle which has a 5 Step Process to help you take back control over your thoughts and life, with scientific research showing it reduces anxiety, depression, and toxic thoughts by up to 81%. As a warning, we do briefly go into the discussion around sexual abuse and healing from that. Our conversation was so powerful that I had to split it up into 2 episodes. Make sure to look out for

“If any of your relationships are not intimate, look at why they are not.”Today's guest is Gary Zukav, who is the author of four consecutive New York Times bestsellers, including the #1 New York Times bestseller The Seat of the Soul. This book led the way to seeing the alignment of the personality and the soul as the fulfillment of life, and captured the imagination of millions. His books have sold six million copies and are published in thirty-two languages. Gary's written a new book called Universal Human, which is about the new era of human evolution and offers a vision of what a world based on love could be, and an invitation to begin bringing such a world into being now.In this episode Lewis and Gary discuss how to develop what Gary calls authentic power in your life, how to find peace and the positive when negative things are happening around you, how fear is controlling most of our lives and what we can do about it, why intentions are the most important factor for transforming your life, and so much mo

“Fasting is an effective and efficient way of reversing and normalizing blood pressure.”Today’s guest is Dr. Alan Goldhamer who is one of the world’s leading experts on medically supervised, water-only fasting. In 1984 he founded and became Director of TrueNorth Health Center in Santa Rosa, California; since then, he has supervised the fasting and care of more than 20,000 patients. It is the largest facility in the world specializing in medically supervised, water-only fasting and one of the premier training facilities for doctors to gain certification in the supervision of therapeutic fasting. The conversation was so powerful that we had to split it up into 2 episodes. If you haven’t listened to part 1 yet you can find it at www.lewishowes.com/1024In this second episode Lewis and Alan discuss the foods you should never eat again, why you should make younger friends before you get into old-age, the 5 foods Dr. Goldhamer would eat for the rest of his life if he had to choose, how too much medication can be det

“Fasting is an effective and efficient way of reversing and normalizing blood pressure.”Today’s guest is Dr. Alan Goldhamer who is one of the world’s leading experts on medically supervised, water-only fasting. In 1984 he founded and became Director of TrueNorth Health Center in Santa Rosa, California; since then, he has supervised the fasting and care of more than 20,000 patients. It is the largest facility in the world specializing in medically supervised, water-only fasting and one of the premier training facilities for doctors to gain certification in the supervision of therapeutic fasting.This conversation was so powerful that we had to split it up into 2 episodes.In this first episode Lewis and Dr. Alan Goldhamer discuss the biggest benefits to water-only fasting, the best way to fast from the comfort of your own home, how one of Goldhamer’s patient’s was able to overcome cancer through fasting and diet change, what the “pleasure trap” is and how to avoid it, and so much more!For more check out: www.lew

“Who is going to do this work if I’m not doing it?”Today's guest is Austin Kleon. The Atlantic called him “positively one of the most interesting people on the Internet.” He’s a speaker for organizations such as Pixar, Google, SXSW & TEDx. He’s the New York Times bestselling author of a trilogy of illustrated books about creativity in the digital age: Steal Like An Artist, Show Your Work!, and Keep Going. This trilogy is now available as a newly recorded and packaged audiobook!In this episode Lewis and Austin discuss the key habits and routines of successful creatives, how to get over the fear of being embarrassed by negativity, why Austin thinks making a full-time living with your art is a terrible way to make a living, how to steal like an artist in order to create your own unique work, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1123Check out Austin's website: www.austinkleon.comGet one of his books: www.austinkleon.com/books/Mel Robbins: The “Secret” Mindset Habit to Building Confidence and O

“Love expands when our capacity to accept each other expands.” - DeVon FranklinToday’s episode is a special one. We’ve had a lot of great conversations with guests about relationships and we wanted to put together a mashup of the best segments to help you take your relationship to the next level whether you’re single, in a new relationship or are in a long-term relationship.In this episode Lewis discussed with our guests why relationships are changing now more than ever, how we’ve been sold a myth about marriage, how to rewrite the stories that are holding you back from accepting love, how to build the foundation for a strong relationship, the biggest factors that help you become a more desirable partner, and so much more!FIRST SECTION:In this section, Psychotherapist Esther Perel talks about how the roles, rules and expectations in our relationships are changing now more than ever and how we can work through that to find the right type of partner.SECOND SECTION:In this section, Best-Selling Author DeVon Fran

“If it’s good for your heart, it’s good for your brain.”Today's guest is Dr. Daniel Amen, who has helped millions of people transform their lives and brains through Amen Clinics, his best-selling books, and public television programs. The Washington Post has called Dr. Amen “the most popular psychiatrist in America” because of his books, media appearances and clinics which have over 7,000 patient visits a month. Amen Clinics also have the world’s largest database of functional brain scans relating to behavior, totaling over 170,000 scans on patients from 155 countries.This is actually the second part of Lewis and Dr. Amen's conversation, so if you haven’t listened to the first episode, make sure to go to www.lewishowes.com/1120In this episode Lewis and Dr. Amen discuss the biggest challenges Dr. Amen thinks the world is facing around brain health, how to optimize brain and heart health, how our brain health can affect the quality of our relationships, how constant overwhelm of dopamine is affecting our brain

“Helmets don’t protect you from brain damage. They protect you from skull fractures.”Today's guest is Dr. Daniel Amen, who has helped millions of people transform their lives AND brains through Amen Clinics, his best-selling books, and public television programs. The Washington Post has called Dr. Amen “the most popular psychiatrist in America” because of his books, media appearances and clinics which have over 7,000 patient visits a month. Amen Clinics also have the world’s largest database of functional brain scans relating to behavior, totaling over 170,000 scans on patients from 155 countries.This conversation was so powerful that we had to split it up into 2 parts!In this episode Lewis and Dr. Amen discuss why the brain has more control over your body than your heart and your mind, the four big circles of the human experience the negative effects that alcohol has on the brain, the five foods that we should eat for better brain health, the biggest benefits of intermittent fasting and the science behind wh

“Personal branding is the digitization of reputation.”Today's guest is Rory Vaden. He’s a bestselling author and Co-Founder of Brand Builders Group, which is one of the leading Personal Brand Strategy firms that focuses on helping people become the type of person that everyone wants to business with. Lewis has worked with Rory for many years now and we thought it would be valuable to come together and record multiple episodes on building a reputation and personal brand to help you take your life to the next level. This is part one of their conversation. The rest will follow over the next few months!In this episode Lewis and Rory discuss how to discover your uniqueness for your personal brand, how personal branding is transcending the influencer space and playing a role in every part of our lives now, how to build trust with your customers and audience, the fastest way to monetize and build a 7 figure personal brand, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1119Check out Rory's website: www.roryvade

“Negative emotions aren’t something that we should be trying to avoid.”Today's guest is Dr. Ethan Kross, who is a psychologist, author, and professor at the University of Michigan. Ethan is one of the world’s leading experts on controlling the conscious mind and in his new book CHATTER, he explores how the silent conversations individuals have with themselves impact their health, performance, decisions, and relationships.In this episode Lewis and Ethan discuss how to control and engage with thoughts when they enter your mind, how to not let your negative thoughts define you, daily practices to help you improve your mental health, the benefits of mentally time traveling, how to shift the inner monologue you experience into productivity and confidence, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1118Check out his website: www.ethankross.comCheck out his book: Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness ItThe Power of Erotic Intelligence with Esther Perel: https://link.chtbl.com/73

“What happened yesterday you cannot change, what is happening today you can only experience.”Today's guest is yogi, mystic, and visionary, Sadhguru. Named one of India’s 50 most influential people, Sadhguru’s work has touched the lives of millions worldwide through his transformational programs. He is an internationally renowned speaker and author of New York Times Bestsellers, Inner Engineering: A Yogi’s Guide to Joy and Karma: A Yogi’s Guide to Crafting Your Destiny. Dedicated to the physical, mental and spiritual wellbeing of humanity, Sadhguru possesses a perspective on life and living that never fails to intrigue, challenge, and surprise all those he encounters.In this episode Lewis and Sadhguru discuss karma and how it affects us everyday, why we shouldn’t be worried about getting rid of waste in our life, the evil of limited identity, why we need to redefine abundance in our lives, the problem with “being in the moment.”, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1117Check out his website: is

“Greatness is realizing your full powers of your entire being."Today's guest is humanistic psychologist Scott Barry Kaufman. He received a P.h.D. in cognitive science from Yale University and has taught at Columbia , NYU, the University of Pennsylvania. He hosts The Psychology Podcast and is author of 9 books, including his new book, Transcend: The New Science of Self-Actualization. In 2015, he was named one of "50 Groundbreaking Scientists who are changing the way we see the world" by Business InsiderIn this episode Lewis and Scott discuss Scott’s revision of the hierarchy of needs and what it means to be fully human, the best psychological practices to help you improve your life, how to discover your purpose and define your core belief system, why self-doubt destroys our ability to achieve greatness, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1116Check out his book: Transcend: The New Science of Self-ActualizationCheck out his website: www.scottbarrykaufman.com Check out his podcast: The Phycology

“Real love is a two way thing.”Today's guest is Stephan Labossiere, also known as Stephan Speaks. As a certified relationship coach, a speaker and author, he helps both men and women overcome the challenges that hinder their relationships. Stephan empowers millions to take charge of the difficult situations standing in the way of the life and love they seek and to make impactful changes on a daily basis. He’s written a book called Love After Heartbreak and the first volume is all about helping you self-heal, find inner peace and true happiness. This is actually the second part of Lewis and Stephan's conversation, so if you haven’t checked out part 1, you can do so by going to www.lewishowes.com/1114In this episode Lewis and Stephan discuss the importance of forgiveness in our relationships, the 3 things you should do to know if you have a connection with someone, how to know if you’re staying in the wrong relationship, why Stephan doesn’t believe in setting expectations for relationships, and so much more!For

“Disagreement is acceptful. Disrespect is not.”Today's guest is Stephan Labossiere, also known as Stephan Speaks. As a certified relationship coach, a speaker and author, he helps both men and women overcome the challenges that hinder their relationships. Stephan empowers millions to take charge of the difficult situations standing in the way of the life and love they seek and to make impactful changes on a daily basis. He’s written a book called Love After Heartbreak and the first volume is all about helping you self-heal, find inner peace and true happiness. Lewis and Stephan's conversation was so powerful that we had to split it up into 2 parts, so make sure to listen to part 2 coming later this week!In this episode Lewis and Stephan discuss how social media is affecting our relationships, the biggest problems men and women face when cultivating healthy relationships, how to determine whether we’re really connecting with a new partner or not, why arguing is not healthy and how we can learn to communicate b

“Your people matter most. If you’re going to go to the grave for something, go for your relationships. That’s what will last.”Today's guest is Jen Hatmaker, who is a best-selling author of 12 books, host of the podcast called, For the Love! She is also a sought-after speaker who tours the country every year speaking to women. She’s written a new book called FIERCE, FREE, AND FULL OF FIRE: THE GUIDE TO BEING GLORIOUS YOU. The book provides a detailed roadmap to reconciling our inner convictions and outer presentations. Jen poses tough questions and provides thoroughly researched psychological tools with the goal of helping women live lives that are honest and ultimately, culturally transformative.In this episode Lewis and Jen discuss the lessons Jen learned after leaving a 26 year marriage, how to take control of your emotional well-being, how to not rob yourself and those around you of your true value, how to become vulnerable within all areas of your life so that you can grow, and so much more!For more go to

“Winning requires you to be selfish.”Today's guest is Tim Grover, best known for his training with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and thousands of athletes and business professionals. He is the CEO and founder of Attack Athletics, Inc., and author of the international bestseller “Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable” and his new book, “Winning: The Unforgiving Race to Greatness.” He appears around the world as a keynote speaker and consultant to business leaders, athletes, and the highest achievers in every field.This is actually part 2 of Lewis and Tim's full interview, so make sure to check out part 1 where they talked about the three greatest lessons Tim learned from Michael Jordan, the reason Kobe Bryant was Tim’s most demanding client, how to create balance in your life the right way, and so much more!Check it out at: www.lewishowes.com/1111But In this episode Lewis and Tim discuss what happens when you acknowledge your self-doubts, the three biggest lessons Tim learned from Kobe Brya

“You can have fear, but you can’t have doubt.”Today's guest is Tim Grover, best known for his training with Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and thousands of athletes and business professionals. He is the CEO and founder of Attack Athletics, Inc., and author of the international bestseller “Relentless: From Good to Great to Unstoppable” and his new book, “Winning: The Unforgiving Race to Greatness.” He appears around the world as a keynote speaker and consultant to business leaders, athletes, and the highest achievers in every field.The conversation was so powerful that we had to split it up into 2 parts, so make sure to listen to part 2 coming soon!In this episode Lewis and Tim discuss the mistake most people make when understanding success, the three greatest lessons Tim learned from Michael Jordan, why we shouldn’t allow other people’s doubt to get in the way of our own success, the truth about obsession, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1111Read Tim’s new book: Winning: The Unf

“True empowerment is to take all power back, including blame.”Today's guest is Dr. Shefali, who received her doctorate in clinical psychology from Columbia University. She is an expert in family dynamics and personal development. Dr. Shefali’s ground-breaking approach to mindful living and parenting has taken her books to the top of the NY Times best-sellers list. Her blend of clinical psychology and eastern mindfulness sets her apart as a leader in the field of mindfulness psychology. In this episode Lewis and Dr. Shefali discuss how to awaken yourself and break free from your past, the difference between victim consciousness and victimhood, how to get to the root of what’s causing issues in your relationships, how to re-evaluate the type of relationships you’re in and the boundaries you’re setting, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1110Check out Dr. Shefali's website: www.drshefali.comRead Dr. Shefali’s new book: A Radical Awakening: Turn Pain into Power, Embrace Your Truth, Live FreeThe P

“Be of service to the thing you claim to love.”Today's guest is the wise, talented, and funny, Russell Brand! His career ranges from stand-up comedy and acting, to broadcasting and writing. He is the author of the Audible Original, ‘Revelation: Connecting with the Sacred in Everyday Life' and his new weekly meditation podcast, 'Above the Noise'.In this episode Lewis and Russell discuss why practicing your values can help you be part of something bigger than yourself, the three skills Russell wishes he knew earlier in his life, what happens when you don’t commit yourself to achieving your dreams, how Russell manages his negative thoughts, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1109Check out Russell’s new book: Revelation: Connecting with the Sacred in Everyday LifeListen to his meditation podcast: Above the NoiseKobe Bryant on Mamba Mentality, NBA Titles, and Oscars: https://link.chtbl.com/691-podKevin Hart Breaks Down His Secrets to Success: https://link.chtbl.com/956-podKatherine Schwarzenegger

“The art of medicine is how you present treatments in ways that activates their belief.”Today's guest is Dr. Andrew Weil, who is an internationally recognized expert on medicinal plants, alternative medicine, and the reform of medical education. He’s the founder and Director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine, the founder and Chairman of the Weil Foundation, and the founder of Healthy Lifestyle Brands. He is co-founder and matcha curator for the rapidly growing matcha.com whose mission is to import the highest quality and best-tasting matcha from Japan.In this episode Lewis and Dr. Weil discuss the most important factors in living over 100 years old, the relationship between the mind and body, the foods you should eat for increased brain function and to live longer, how stress in our relationships can affect our health, and so much more!For more go to: www.lewishowes.com/1108Use Code "SOG15" for 15% off all orders: www.matcha.comCheck out his website: www.drweil.comCheck out the links he menti