What's Worthwhile - Healthy Living Motivation and Discussion

Why Every Man Should Be in a Men’s Group with Jason Lange

Thu, 07 May 2026 15:01:13 +0000

Speaking deeply and honestly, focusing in on other people, and connecting with their own feelings and bodies often don’t come easily to men within the typical surface-level gatherings and interactions that we have. But there is great value in learning to do so in men’s groups. Jason Lange is a men's embodiment coach, group facilitator, certified “No More Mr. Nice Guy” coach, and an evolutionary guide. As a young man, Jason had no idea what to do with his body or with what he felt. Through men’s groups and mentorship he learned how to understand himself and how to relate well with others. Ramsey and Jason discuss the elements of a productive men’s group, the reality behind archetypes and stereotypes, and how it is perhaps the best of times and the worst of times to be a man. This is a great listen not only for men, but also for the women who love them. Learn more at https://evolutionary.men.

Amen Whole-4: Living Healthy for Good with Michelle Chen and Jessica Schenk

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 19:43:20 +0000

How can we get together to improve the health of our brains through mind, body, spirit, and relationship improvements? Amen Whole-4 is now piloting programs at faith communities across the nation, including at Saddleback Church Lake Forest, where Michelle Chen is the ambassador and Jessica Schenk is an enthusiastic participant. Michelle has about 10 years of experience promoting holistic health within their faith community through “The Daniel Plan.” Jessica is a full-time mom of an angelic 3-year old daughter, who praises God not only for the impacts and improvements in herself, but also the cascading effects throughout her family. They both give inspiring testimonials of their own and other’s experiences through the Amen Whole-4 journey, including the challenges and commitments necessary for success. This is an uplifting episode and also a pretty in-depth overview of the Amen Whole-4 program, for anyone that is considering it. Learn more at www.amenwhole4.com.

Running Past All Walks of Life

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:33:39 +0000

Who’s on the trail, and what’s their life like? Out running, I noticed the other people walking and rolling on the trail, watched how they interacted with each other, with me. I wondered what it would be like to chat with the lonely dad with the stroller. It would have been weird. So I kept running. I passed out the smiles and head nods as I passed the people, but that didn’t quite make up for the opportunity I passed on to reach out and connect with somebody. Makes me wonder … if we take all this time to work on our own Mind, Body and Spirit, what are we missing if we don’t also work on relationships?

When Two Friends Become Three

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:38:22 +0000

Why do some have friend groups, and how do they start? Likely two friends find a third and invite them in. Groups of three friends are the stuff of story and legend, from The Three Musketeers to Three’s Company. There’s something powerful and stable about the number three, and it can be the foundation and beginning of a group. For those who are lonely and pining for a group of friends, here’s some practical advice on how to make the jump from a pair of two to a group of three.

The Risk and Reward of Sharing Openly within Community and Groups

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:04:54 +0000

Why is it terrifying to speak honestly to a group and what happens when we do? Even when we show up for community or group meetings in person or online, it’s still often intimidating to raise a hand and speak up. And it’s more intense to share deep truth or a message that doesn’t go along with what everyone else is saying. But that’s where and when real impacts are made, both for the speaker and the listener. Is there a powerful opportunity to learn and teach about holistic health, Peace of Mind, Vitality of Body and Joy of Spirit within a wide variety of different types of groups? Aren’t these things we all want and need? As always, we should balance the risk and reward, and use discernment and judgement when considering how much to share in community group settings.

A Midlife Worth Living and Living Well with Philip Blackett

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:35:38 +0000

What changed after 40? Your priorities, stamina, strength, relationships? Philip Blackett turned 40 a few years ago on Thanksgiving Day. Sitting among family, he realized what he was truly thankful for, and began to see that his actions, attitudes, and behaviors needed to change for the new era of life he was entering. Today, he works with folks in midlife to navigate this phase of life and live their purpose, engage with each other in community, improve their overall health, regain their stamina and build their strength. If you are 40 and up, and looking for ways to thrive in midlife, then this is a great episode for you. Learn more at LifeAfter40.com.

Change Made Easy, or EASIER with Paul Levitin

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 15:39:37 +0000

What’s a simpler way to drive changes within ourselves that stick for the long-term, require less energy and determination, and make us ultimately more healthy and happy? “Change Made Easy” podcast host, personal trainer and coach Paul Levitin has devised a system based on the acronym EASIER: which stands for Enthusiasm, Availability, Simple, Imperfect, Exponential, and Repeatable. Ramsey and Paul not only talk through making change EASIER, but also why change feels so hard, how our bodies were built to avoid change, and how we can convert periods of powerful growth into lasting new behaviors. This is a great episode for anyone who looking for how to make effective improvements successfully. Learn more at instagram.com/paullevitin.

Braver Angels Connect in Healthy Ways Across Divides with CEO Maury Giles

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:41:30 +0000

How can we talk with, learn about, and relate to people with very different ideas, beliefs, and views from ourselves in ways that reduce our stress levels and increase our burnout resilience? Maury Giles is the CEO of Braver Angels, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to depolarization, empowering people to have calmer, more productive and respectful interactions with people who think differently from each other. Ramsey and Maury discuss what it’s like to be a “Red” or “Blue,” why discovering someone’s life experience is a breakthrough to finding common ground, and how Braver Angels creates opportunities for people to have real discussions. Ramsey also directly asks Maury’s advice on how to navigate the political nature of the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement moment. If you dread those holiday meals with extended family or have tense moments at work with your opinionated colleagues, this is a great episode to learn how to lower the temperature of those interactions … and your blood pressure. Learn more about Braver Angels at www.braverangels.org.

Effective Health and Wellness Strategies for High Achievers with Erica Jones

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:03:28 +0000

What works within tight time constraints and with focused attention to drive health and wellness success for busy, responsible professionals and family members? Erica Jones is one of those high-achieving professional parents. She and her husband founded Elevays to work with doctors and other hard workers to maintain and build their own vitality, energy and longevity. Ramsey and Erica spoke about the need to prioritize the foundations, build repeatable habits that are doable and timely, and the allure of biohacking. This episode is a great investment for fast-moving, family-oriented professional people working hard to keep it all going. Learn more at elevays.com.

Words from the MELD Prime Men’s Retreat: Perfect Strangers Learn to Connect

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 16:04:18 +0000

What was it like for 30+ guys to gather for a weekend in Joshua Tree to learn somatic theory, connect their minds to their bodies, and open up to each other? Ramsey experienced the MELD Prime Men’s Retreat and got the comments of three additional men onsite towards the end of the event. Listen in on their raw reflections of expectations far exceeded, insights gained, and images of transformation glimpsed. MELD (Men’s Emotional Leadership Development) works with men in groups to understand the stress response, and to guide them through the Fight, Flight or Freeze physiological responses to completion so that they can move on effectively instead of being stuck in chronic states of alarm. In this episode, Ramsey shares some of MELD’s techniques, his own insights from the experience, and the meaning of his new Work Statement “I am an Anomaly.” A warning though: one of the men discusses the loss of his son, and that may be difficult for some listeners. Learn more about MELD at https://meld.community.

Green Living Now: Growing Organic Whole Food Solutions with Amy Hartshorn

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:10:23 +0000

How can we grow nutritious, delicious vegetables at-scale for everyone to eat and enjoy? Amy (Todisco) Hartshorn has been digging in the dirt, growing organic vegetables for decades. At her family farm in Vermont, she practices, shares, and teaches about Regenerative Agriculture to parents and kids, many of which discover the joy of fresh veggies for the first time. Amy and Ramsey told each other stories, but also talked thoughtfully about how to grow enough food for everyone. There is much talk these days about fertilizers, herbicides, and resource-intense practices. Amy is a proponent of teaching and enabling everyone to participate in growing their own healthy foods. Whether you have abundant backyard gardens or you’re intrigued by the idea of popping a sun-warm cherry tomato right off the branch into your mouth for the first time, this episode will grow your insights into fresh food. Learn more at www.greenlivingnow.com.

Burnout Resilience: Foundations of Personal and Organizational Health

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 15:30:27 +0000

What’s the best way to ensure that people and companies don’t burnout? There are two camps when it comes to burnout prevention in professional settings. Those who focus on the perseverance of individuals during difficult times and those who focus on making business environments and demands less impossible. I see the merits of both. I promote supporting the foundations of holistic health in order to boost Burnout Resilience, so that we control what we can control. Want to know where your Burnout Resilience currently stands, and how you can improve it? Take the Burnout Resilience Zone Assessment at burnout.whatsworthwhile.net to get results and individualized advice.

Diagnosing and Improving Brain Health with Cindy Santa Ana and Yuri Huntington

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 17:12:15 +0000

How do Amen Clinics and Amen University treat the brain for mental and physical health? Dr. Daniel Amen developed the SPECT Imaging system to more accurately diagnose and treat brain-related issues. But Amen doesn’t stop there. They assess and address biological, psychological, social and spiritual factors holistically. Cindy Santa Ana is the Integrative Nutritionist for Amen Clinics, and works with patients to craft their diets and eating patterns to support their brain health. Amen also seeks impacts beyond patients. Amen University is an online resource for patients’ family members and the general public to learn about brain health. Yuri Huntington is the Faith Ambassador for Amen University, and is leading the new Amen Whole-4 pilot program for faith community members to learn about holistic health together in group settings. Ramsey spoke with Cindy and Yuri about Amen Clinics, Amen University, Whole-4, and the many practical ways that everyone can support their own brains and holistic health. Learn more at amenclinics.com and amenuniversity.com.

Wellness Programs for Business Teams that Improve Health and Effectiveness with Erin Foushee

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:31:49 +0000

What type of effort can an organization create for team members that will drive actual significant improvements in their physical and mental health, as well as the effectiveness and productivity of the team and the business? Erin Foushee is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and founder of Fortis Wellness. Throughout her 17 years in the health space, Erin has taught college courses in functional nutrition, spoken at business and health conferences, and provided nutritional guidance for hundreds of individuals. Today, she focuses on leading and facilitating dynamic sets of workshops for business teams that seek to improve corporate culture around health as much as the lifestyles of the participants. Ramsey and Erin discuss her life-long passion for natural health, why and how having healthy employees is strategically valuable to companies, and how to make lasting changes. In fact, Erin offers free access to the recording of her webinar “Durable Health Habits: Your 7-Step Game Plan for Staying the Course” with a coupon code revealed at around the 30-minute mark. Learn more about Fortis Wellness at www.fortiswellness.com.

Digesting the New Food Pyramid with Holly Mullen, FNTP and Dr. Kerry Thuett, FNTP

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 15:40:42 +0000

What’s the big deal about the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans that came out from the U.S. Department of Agriculture in January 2026? Proponents claim it is the most significant update to federal eating advice in generations and that it flips the original food pyramid on it's head. Detractors consider it more of a marketing gimmick and afront to traditional health advice. Two experienced Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioners (FNTPs) join Ramsey for a fruitful discussion of how the old food pyramid was iconic, how good the advice of the new pyramid is (or isn't), and why people have gotten so riled up about it. The discussion also includes the impact that the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement is having on our national thoughts about nutrition. Whether you are a booster of MAHA or you roll your eyes at the politicization of food, enjoy this discussion, which digs into the meat of the issues: What should we eat to be healthy? How do national dietary guidelines influence people’s diets? Did they include the right clip art in the New Food Pyramid?? Learn more about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans at www.realfood.gov.

Braver Angels: Is the American Dream Dead, or Alive and Well?

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:12:36 +0000

Organization Braver Angels asks the question, and I’ve got thoughts. The American Dream (the phrase itself) was coined in 1931, and it has taken on great symbolic meaning in the decades since. What does it mean today, is it still a relevant thing that we share, and is it attainable for all? I think that a version of the American Dream still resonates, is something we still pursue and can achieve, and most importantly … we NEED it. We need hope and aspirations and things we can compete for alongside of each other. I appreciate that Braver Angels encourages people to consider things like this and talk about it in their unique debate format (or at the dinner table), especially with people who they don’t agree with. Learn more about Braver Angels at www.braverangels.org.

SPECIAL: Free Audio INTRODUCTION to Stress Response and eBook only 99 cents

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:18:29 +0000

May I read to you the introduction to my book Stress Response in hopes that you will download the eBook, now available on Amazon for only 99 cents? Please return the favor by submitting an honest review and rating, so that others will be more likely to find and buy (and benefit from!) the book. In the introduction to Stress Response, I tell a bit about my recent story, make the point that we all experience stress, and explain how the best thing to do is respond to it effectively. Someday I’d like to record a full audio version. Whadaya think? Let me know! Download the eBook on Amazon (or buy a paperback) at https://www.amazon.com/Stress-Response-Manage-Anxiety-Burnout-ebook/dp/B0FRVMZTPC.

NLP Neurolinguistic Programming to Improve Mindset and Holistic Health with Jacqui Edgerly

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:28:35 +0000

How does NLP improve mindset to push through being stuck in old patterns when doing “all the right things” seeking physical and mental health? Jacqui Edgerly uses Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) strategies with her clients to drive health goal success when it seems like things are not yet clicking. Jacqui was a professional skier but she knew she didn’t quite fit in, and her health was suffering. She left the endless Winter and headed into a Spring of herbalism and nutritional studies. Jacqui has been coaching clients for many years now, and NLP is one of her focus areas. This episode is both a great telling of her story and a comprehensive introduction to Neurolinguistic Programming and how it fits into holistic health and nutritional therapy. Learn more at https://www.jacquiedgerly.com.

Building Up Men By Breaking Down Old Models with Duncan Rich of MELD

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:52:56 +0000

What societal expectations keep men isolated, unhealthy, but grinning and bearing it? And what can be done differently so that men feel better, perform better, serve better, and can raise the next generation to be happy and healthy? Duncan Rich of MELD (Men’s Emotional Leadership Development) explains that men were brought up to feel required to be strong and independent, without the encouragement to seek out companionship, help and assistance. MELD is an organization that hosts men’s groups and retreats where men learn together how they physically process their experiences and emotions, so that they can get more healthy and interact and express themselves more productively in family and professional situations. Get a 15% discount on the MELD Prime 4-day men’s somatic training retreat taking place at Joshua Tree in California on Februrary 19th through 22nd with the coupon code provided in the episode. Ramsey will be there! Learn more and register at https://meld.community/prime.

New Year Intentions for 2026

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:35:16 +0000

What do I intend to do and accomplish in 2026? We never really know what will happen or come to pass, but if we have clear intentions, clear to ourselves and stated clearly to others, I believe we have a much better chance of achieving what we set out to do. I intend to do a lot of things, and I don't intend to do them alone or in isolation. Curious? Take a listen! And ... let me know what you think. What do you intend to do this year? Perhaps we can help each other.

Where My Heart Is as We Wrap Up 2025

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 18:27:14 +0000

How was my year? I’d love to tell you, and I’d love to hear how your year went as well. Listen to this audio version of the year-end letter that we used to stick into those Christmas Cards. I feel like I had a great year, a year of achieving a few things, which was a nice change from the past few years, which felt filled with questions, trials, and beginnings. I’m reaching out these days, but I wish I hadn’t waited this long. And I encourage you to reach out too, even if (especially if?) you do NOT feel great. How was your year?

Fitness Over 50 and Well Beyond with Dr. Michael Guadagnino

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:50:59 +0000

What’s the best way to stay mobile, active, and healthy as we age beyond our 50’s and 60’s into our 70’s? Dr. Michael has been a chiropractor for more than 30 years and has aged along with his patients, seeing and learning the best ways to maintain mobility, strength and stamina. He wrote the book “Fitness over 50, 60, 70 and Beyond” as a conversational guide, based on science but not bogged down in technical terms. Ramsey and Dr. Michael had a fun conversation about fitness and about what it was like “back in our day.” This is a great episode to help get you off the couch, or at least stretching in the chair. Learn more at https://www.drmguad.com/.

Healthy Living Motivation and Discussion

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 16:15:52 +0000

What’s worthwhile to consume, consider, believe, say and do towards Peace of Mind, Vitality of Body and Joy of Spirit? And what’s the big deal, why do we need to do anything different from what we all do now? Modern life with our screens and desks and food delivery options does not line up with what we were designed or evolved for: waking with the sun, walking around, spending time with others, eating nutrient-dense whole foods, and getting enough high-quality restorative sleep. We need to be mindful of what we consume, whether we’re talking food or narratives, to consider whether or not it is real, healthy and good. We choose what to believe, whether we call it science or faith, and that’s the basis of what we say out loud, and the actions that we do or do not take. We need motivation to do the right things, and we need to talk about it, because it often isn’t obvious what the right things are. I have three offers for healthy living motivation and discussion: this podcast, the “Stress Response” book available on Amazon, and direct services to help you get Better Before Burnout. Learn more at www.whatsworthwhile.net.

Lessons for Healthy Living from Blue Zones with Veronique Ory

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:21:14 +0000

Based on travel to all 5 traditional Blue Zones, what can we learn about how to live longer, healthier, more fulfilling lives? Veronique Ory explains what she experienced during her 2025 world tour of the parts of the world where the local populations are known to live the longest. Veronique is a yoga instructor, global retreat and travel organizer, and author of “Shine On & Off The Mat.” Ramsey and Veronique talked about how our bodies were made to respond to physical challenges, how time seems to slow down when we focus on simple, natural things, and how nice it is to eat and spend time with loved ones. If you’ve ever dreamed about leaving the hustle and bustle behind and visiting the Blue Zones … or even the Blue Zone vibe … this is a great episode to enjoy. Learn more at https://yogawithveronique.com.

Imagining a Blue Zone Christmas

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 16:21:27 +0000

How would people who live the longest celebrate the holidays? My guest this week visited in 2025 all five traditional Blue Zones in the world. It got me thinking about all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, and how things could be different if we were focusing squarely on our health, joy, vitality, relationships and loved ones. Elvis sang about a Blue Christmas that was lonely without those we love … I’m imaginging a Blue Zone Christmas that is focused on being with those we love, and truly being present with them. I promise I won’t try to sing any Elvis songs!

What Men in Midlife Need with Stretch Rayner

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:17:23 +0000

Is it wealth, success, stamina, fitness, relationships or health that men chase after in the middle of their lives, but which still elude them? Perhaps a combination? Stretch Rayner looked amazingly fit and successful early in his life, as part-owner in a busy gym. But his energy levels kept declining and he felt awful. It took a move back to his home country of Australia and work with a functional doctor to figure out what was really going on with him. Today, Stretch is the founder of Midlife Mavericks, a community of men working together to support their health, fitness and each other. Ramsey and Stretch spoke about the common traps that guys fall into in midlife, where to look for real improvements, and how men can reclaim their vitality and health. Learn more at https://www.thesustainabletrainingmethod.com/midlife-mavericks.

Shopping for Presence or Checking Off Boxes?

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:47:00 +0000

There’s so many boxes, things to accomplish, presents to purchase, people to spend time with, right here and now. But are we checking off the right boxes? My guest this week made the point that lots of us find refuge at work, because we have clear objectives and can check off the boxes in order to feel accomplishment. The problem may be that we end up prioritizing the wrong things or losing touch with the people in our lives that are most important to us. It occurred to me that as we are in the holiday gift box purchasing and giving season, this insight is ironic and even more relevant. How about you … have you got the right boxes?

Expressing my Gratitude this Thanksgiving

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:05:22 +0000

What am I grateful for this year? So many things! It’s good to take some time each day and think about and express what you are grateful for. Feeling gratitude signals to the body that everything is okay, and it is safe to rest and digest. Which is important for Thanksgiving meals, am I right?! So I tried something different this week, I spoke off the cuff, with just a few notes instead of a prepared message. It’s genuine and from the heart. I love you guys! Have a listen, and I hope you are grateful too, even though things are never perfect. Have a great holiday! No Thursday interview this week, but we’ve got a great one tee’d for next week.

How to Burn Fat and Lose the Spare Tire with Andres Ayesta

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 16:34:05 +0000

Why are those love handles the hardest and last to drop? We go to the gym, we do the sit-ups, we eat well (mostly), but no matter how hard we try, we can’t seem to drop those last few pounds, and that spare tire around our midsections! Andres Ayesta, founder of Planos Nutrition, Registered Dietician and Sports Nutritionist knows why. Ramsey and Andres talk about his experiences, perspectives and approaches to fitness, weight loss and fat burning. Andres firmly believes that everyone should work on their strength and mobility to improve their quality of life, especially for age 30 and beyond. Listen in to learn the real answer and what’s actually required to lose that spare tire for good. Learn more at www.planosnutrition.com.

What a Difference a Week Makes

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:22:05 +0000

Ever feel brain dead and incapable of stringing two thoughts together? Recovering from that is such a relief. Last week I was toast (I hate being sick, even with a head cold), but this week I feel like myself again, and I’m fired up about not only sharing what I’ve learned from my journey, but inviting folks onto their own journeys to get better before burnout sets in. I lay out the foundations of health that we can use for recovery, but that’s only the half of it … there’s a lot more that we need, in order to get the right things to stick in our everyday lives.

Yesterday I Blew It Off

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 20:00:28 +0000

The driveway ... and my work. Ever have one of those days? When you just don’t have the motivation to do your big project, your most important work. I do. But my friend recently taught me about “leveraging procrastination.” So while blowing off my work, I blew the leaves off of the driveway and still managed to get some (other) work done. And I remembered one of life’s great lessons: you can always begin again, and the only way to fail is to stop trying. If you’re struggling with motivation, take a few minutes [procrastinate!] to listen to this message and rebuild your attitude around motivation.

Healthy Leadership for C-Suite Executives with Barbara Palmer

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:35:25 +0000

What makes a C-Suite Executive healthy and successful, day to day and in the long term? Barbara Palmer, CEO/Owner of BP Life Coaching Services, LLC, located in the Houston, Texas area is a registered and licensed Occupational Therapist, Certified MAP (Make Anything Possible) Practitioner, and Executive Coach. She has education and practical experience regarding the neuroscience, psychology, and spiritual factors related to human thinking, feelings, behavior, and habits. Ramsey and Barbara discuss the challenges to personal health that leaders face, the importance of understanding oneself, and the benefits to both the individual leaders and their organizations when they show up authentically. Barbara explains the MAP method, where she addresses and connects with a client’s superconscious in order to get a more complete view and understanding of what’s happening in their mind, body and spirit. This is a great episode for leaders, aspiring leaders, and those who would like to better understand what makes a leader healthy. To learn more, visit www.bplifecoachingservices.com.

Looking For A Few Good (and Tired) Men

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 17:25:32 +0000

Can you handle the truth? The truth is that when we take care of everything and everyone else besides ourselves, eventually it will take its toll on us! I’m looking for a few men to be the first to take the 12-Week Better Before Burnout Journey, my new and upcoming program for hard-working men that are fighting the good fight, striving for success in their professional and family lives, but starting to realize that years (decades?) of deferred maintenance on their bodies is beginning to catch up with them. The first three men that answer this call will get access to the program at a small fraction of its base price, and I will count on them to give honest feedback and input. Could that be you or someone you care about? If so, give it a listen, learn more at https://whatsworthwhile.net/offer-to-first-three, and send me a note.

EFT Tapping and The Future You Challenge with Sarah Avilla

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:18:05 +0000

How can you calm yourself down and move towards the version of yourself that you want and imagine for the future? Sarah Avilla is an energy coach and teaches the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to her clients. EFT Tapping is a way to acknowledge your stressed-out feelings and physically calm yourself by using your fingers to tap on the same energy meridian endpoints used in acupressure and acupuncture. Sarah leads a demonstration during the discussion (watch video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9edsJVLCvag), and she and Ramsey talk about nervous system regulation, releasing emotional blocks, and the value of imagining how we want to be. In fact, Sarah is recruiting for her new program, The Future You Challenge, where participants will imagine the future versions of themselves that they want and take “messy” actions to bring that version of themselves into being. This is a fun one and powerful one to take in. To learn more and join The Future You Challenge, visit www.sarahavilla.com/store/p/future-you-challenge.

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): Tapping To Calm

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 13:59:41 +0000

What if you could consciously signal safety and intention through your body to your mind? You can, through Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) “tapping.” This process is based on the energetic meridians of Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture and acupressure, but is noninvasive and applied on oneself. My guest this week is an EFT Tapping practitioner, and she leads a demonstration during our episode, but in this solo message, I give a deeper explanation of what the technique is, how it works, and my first impressions as I learn about it. I find EFT Tapping to be a fascinating, empowering modality, as it is a means for us to consciously take physical action to signal to our bodies and our deeper emotions that we are okay, we are safe, and we have intentions of moving forward. Learn about this nervous system regulation tactic in today’s message and the discussion coming up later in the week.

Using Nutrition, Blood Chemistry, and Energy to Heal with Megan Abbott

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 13:52:45 +0000

How can we get to the root causes of so many digestive, nervous system, and hormonal dysfunctions? Megan Abbott and her company Trifecta Collective use nutritional analysis, blood chemistry testing, and energy healing techniques to find and address what’s going on with their clients. Megan dealt with a whole suite of challenges in her own life, including chronic back and hip pain/sciatica, heartburn, parasites, heavy metal toxicity, anxiety, depression, nervous system dysregulation, and chronic viral infections. Through extensive training and personal discovery, she overcame these issues and now helps others do so as well. Ramsey and Megan discussed strategies to regulate the nervous system, an expanded definition of stress, and the value of removing energetic, emotional blocks. Learn more at www.trifectacollective.net.

Sometimes Things Sneak Up on You

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 15:00:50 +0000

What happens when all the little stuff piles up? We do our best, we have big things that need doing, there’s never time to do everything or to do every little thing right. We have little bad habits and coping mechanisms and shortcuts that get us through. But what happens when the years of accumulated little things catch up with you all at once? For my guest this week, it was a car accident that triggered a cascade of lurking health problems. For me, it was neglecting my blood pressure for years until my doctor laid it out for me. How about you? Is something sneaking up on you? Maybe it’s time to take a good look around and deal with it head on before it gets out of hand.

Nourishing and Balancing the Body, Mind, and Spirit with Becky J. Webb

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 15:00:48 +0000

How do we take in what we need and avoid what we don’t? Becky J. Webb is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, certified life coach, and faith-based wellness coach focused on helping clients to balance their hormones, energy and vitality through boosting their foundations of health. Becky and Ramsey discuss whole food as the primary source of nutrition, high-quality supplements as a secondary source, and the use of essential oils to acquire even more helpful substances (as opposed to whatever it is in those wonderful-smelling fabric softeners these days). Becky also opens up about her background, her decisions around vaccination, and experiences with illnesses. This is an honest and open conversation, and a great resource for those who wish to nourish and balance not only their bodies, but also their minds and spirits. Learn more at www.instagram.com/beckyjwebb.

An Inconvenient Study: A Response to the Film by Del Bigtree and the HighWire

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 22:56:50 +0000

Do we truly know if vaccines are safe and effective, and what kind of study would tell us definitively? I’ve successfully dodged talking about vaccines until this week, when my guest brought up the topic, and I saw in my newsfeed a post for the new film “An Inconvenient Study” by Del Bigtree and The HighWire, of VAXXED infamy. The film is now available to watch for free online, and it centers around the hidden camera gotcha moment where Dr. Marcus Zervos admits that he won’t publish a study because he believes it would ruin him professionally, not because the study is flawed, but because the results don’t line up with the accepted narrative. In fact, the results of the unpublished study are quite alarming. Vaccines are not my fight, and I don’t want to fight. But I do think that it is crucial that we all learn as much as we can, and talk about what we learn, no matter how inconvenient. Learn more and watch the film online at https://www.aninconvenientstudy.com.

From Stressed to Balanced through Testing and Coaching with Jeanette De Caro

Thu, 09 Oct 2025 15:48:11 +0000

How can we find what will work best for us? Alatian Health founder Jeanette De Caro went from a stressed-out semiconductor professional to a healthy and well-balanced Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner by walking a path of discovery, attempts, testing and ultimately finding solutions. Now Jeanette works with clients through lab testing, fine-tuning nutrition, and recommending lifestyle strategies. Ramsey and Jeanette trade notes on how best to respond to stress, their own experiences changing gears mid-career, and their go-to strategies to feel better. Jeanette also shares the pros and cons of intermittent fasting, especially for females and especially for athletes. Learn more about Alatian Health at www.alatianhealth.com.

Learn About Hormones from the DUTCH Test

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:41:28 +0000

What is the DUTCH Test and what does it uniquely tell us about hormones? I didn’t know either, so I looked it up. The Dried Urine Test for Comprehensive Hormones (DUTCH) Test tracks hormones throughout a full day, giving a more complete picture than other tests. This is one of many functional tests that inspire us to collect samples of just about every fluid and product that the body offers, package them up and send them off to the labs. I’m just learning about all the various tests and how they find issues before they become huge problems, like going through the house and finding an electrical issue before a short circuit causes a full-blown fire. Learn along with me the benefits of perusing our pee and poo!

What If Sleep Were a Drug? with FBI Sleep Expert Dr. Leah Kaylor

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 15:25:10 +0000

We can’t bottle the body’s own power to clean the brain, assemble memories, process traumas, heal and grow tissues, sharpen skills, rejuvenate skin and so many other things, which take place during high-quality sleep. Dr. Leah Kaylor is a licensed clinical and prescribing psychologist who became the FBI’s in-house sleep expert. She has just released the book “If Sleep Were a Drug,” available on Amazon, that not only drives home the critical need for enough high-quality sleep, but also actionable and practical strategies to get it. Dr. Leah speaks directly to first responders and other high achievers who rely upon peak performance to save lives, but her wit and upbeat attitude will appeal to anyone who seeks on a daily basis to get their jobs done. This episode is fast-paced and engaging, gives much guidance on how to fall asleep and stay asleep, but is itself anything but sleepy. Learn more and find the book at www.drleahkaylor.com.

Stress Response eBook Free for 3 Days Only

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 12:51:28 +0000

Are you or someone you care about stressed out, anxious, exhausted, and maybe even headed towards BURNOUT? Get the new eBook free for 3 days only on Amazon (Sep 30th - Oct 2nd, 2025) - “Stress Response: Manage your Response to Stress, in order to Reduce Anxiety, Avoid Burnout, and Find Calm and Steady Focus.” The eBook is free in order to drive as many downloads and honest reviews and ratings on Amazon as possible, so that more people will be able to find it and benefit from it. Stress Response features insights from the health and wellness expert guests on the What’s Worthwhile Podcast. I give a mix of practical in-the-moment strategies and foundational nutrition, movement, and sleep advice in a straightforward How-To format. It’s a stressful world we live in today, but we don’t face physical challenges like sabertooth tigers anymore. We need a new type of Stress Response, and this book lays it out. Download your eBook at Amazon today, and pay it forward by going back and leaving an honest review and rating! https://www.amazon.com/Stress-Response-Manage-Anxiety-Burnout-ebook/dp/B0FRVMZTPC

Food As Medicine, Treating the Root Cause with Dr. Kevin Smith

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 14:14:45 +0000

How can the foods we eat cause, worsen, improve or correct chronic diseases and conditions? Functional medicine practitioner Dr. Kevin Smith has been in practice since 2001, and in that time, he has seen thousands of people regain their function, restore their health, overcome imbalances, preserve their independence, and decrease their reliance on medications. Dr. Smith is quick to point out that Western allopathic medicine excels at correcting acute and emergency issues. But in his practice, he uses expanded testing to determine what each individual likely needs to subtract or add from their eating to address the root cause of problems, and improve ongoing health. Ramsey and Dr. Smith discussed many chronic issues including thyroid dysfunction, gut problems, and autoimmune disorders. This is a great episode to help you understand how food acts as medicine, for better or for worse. Learn more at metabolicsolutions.net.

It's Time for a Pep Talk

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 15:53:28 +0000

When is the right time to boldly blaze ahead? It’s easy to hold back, go along to get along, stay with the crowd, let someone else take the risk of innovating. But how do you know when the time is right to begin, to push ahead, to try? Whether we’re talking about having difficult conversations, improving your health and wellness, or launching a new endeavor (like a podcast, a new raft of services as an NTP, and a book!), I contend that when we have the knowledge, the experience, the desire and the conviction, we know it, and we should go for it, try it, fix things as they break, and try again. Nothing is ever perfect, and we never have complete information. We should not let that hold us back.

Take Care of the Incredible BRAIN with Dr. Ryan Williamson

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:35:10 +0000

How can we best take care of our brains, the amazing and useful biological structures that do so much for us? Dr. Ryan Williamson is a board certified neurologist, founder of the online community Transcend Health, and author of the new book: The Incredible Brain. Dr. Williamson offers an Acronym BRAIN which stands for Breathe, Rest, Active, Intake and Nurture, representing five pivotal actions we can all take on a regular basis to improve neurological and overall health. Ramsey and Dr. Williamson go through all five, and also talk about how loss has been a significant driver in Ryan’s life, why he put his energy into writing a book and building an online community, and why so many people today struggle with managing their response to stress. Dr. Williamson has a talent for explaining things directly and simply, and this is an informative and highly practical episode for anyone who wants to keep their thinker in prime shape for years and decades to come. Learn more at www.transcendhealthgroup.com.

Episode 100: A Message I Want You to Hear

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 14:25:43 +0000

What’s worthwhile to focus on today? This is the 100th time that I’ve recorded and posted a message, and I’ve covered energy, political reform, building bridges between people, health & fitness, and Christian spirituality. Although my recent efforts focus upon nutrition, holistic health and “Building Mind, Body and Spirit Wellness,” I feel the need to address recent events. One of the most prolific speakers of our time had his voice removed by an assassin’s bullet. I believe strongly that as a society, we need to engage in difficult conversations with those who think differently than ourselves, and violence is not an acceptable alternative. Speaking up and speaking out are risky and dangerous, but an essential right, and we should pair our speech with listening, empathy and analysis. Naturally, our speech will sometimes offend, because there is much happening in the world today that is offensive. This is a difficult message … but it is a crucial one, and a message I want you to hear.

Finding Issues in your Tissues with Somatic Intuitive Angel Howard

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:57:42 +0000

Can you feel what your body is trying to tell you? Angel Howard can! After an early corporate career and a shocking end to her marriage, Angel Howard began a quest to figure out what had gone wrong. A lifelong dancer and dynamic person, she learned through several fields of study how our bodies experience and store difficult and traumatic experiences. Today Angel works one-on-one and in group retreats with people to understand what their bodies need and how to move them out of pain and discomfort. She’s the author of “Issues in your Tissues” and is working on a second book (about communication). Ramsey and Angel discussed how movement releases trauma, how Angel senses what’s going on in people’s bodies, and even a full overview of the 7 major chakra energy centers, with Angel’s overlay of emotional elements. This is a fascinating and moving conversation for anyone who does not feel free in their own body. Learn more at www.angelhoward.co.

You Don't Need to feel Lousy

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 15:27:34 +0000

While chasing your goals, do you feel at your best or do you feel kind of lousy? In order to work hard and succeed, you don’t need to feel stressed, exhausted, hangry, depleted, and starved all the time! I just officially finished my Nutritional Therapy Practitioner certification. As an NTP, I work with clients in 5 main areas: stress response management, sleep quality and quantity, blood sugar regulation, effective digestion, and nutrient-dense whole food in order to help them feel more calm, rested, steady, energetic, and well-fed so that they can better accomplish all of their professional and family goals. Sound nice? Let’s talk about it. Learn more at www.whatsworthwhile.net.

Your Self-Healing Brain with Steven Hoskinson

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:29:39 +0000

Do we need to feel past trauma to heal, or can we focus on positive signals instead to enable improvement? Longtime therapist and founder of Organic Intelligence, Steven Hoskinson contends that a safer and gentler way to help our brains heal from past trauma is to look for and focus upon positive signals perceived in the environment as the basis for moving forward. Steve and Ramsey discuss several critical concepts including Orientation (a type of Mindfulness), the brain’s Prediction (setting off processes based on expectations) and Somatic Therapy (based on physical sensations). This episode is a great explainer of a different approach to healing Mind, Body and Spirit. Learn more at www.organicintelligence.org.

All About Ayahuasca Plant Medicine with Michael Tierno

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:27:07 +0000

What does the psychedelic plant medicine Ayahuasca do, and why do people seek it out? Used for hundreds of years in Peru in traditional ceremonies, Ayahuasca creates an alternative mental state, and users report profound mental and physical impacts, often including significant improvements. Michael Tierno is a transformational guide and relationship coach specializing in deep emotional healing and conscious personal growth, and specializes in providing Ayahuasca experiences to clients through well-established practitioners in Peru. Ramsey had basically no prior knowledge, opinion, or experience with Ayahuasca before speaking with Michael, and this episode is not an endorsement nor suggestion of the practice. Rather, it is an open-minded, honest, and curious exploration of what Ayahuasca does, why people choose to have the experience, and how it changes them as a result. If you have heard about plant medicine, but don’t know the details, then this episode will be a great way to glimpse what this South American mystery is all about. Learn more at https://www.michaeltiernoguide.com/.

Rules That We Live By

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:18:47 +0000

What are the unspoken beliefs about yourself, which govern your actions, and are they beneficial? We all have them … those echoes of voices from past experiences and influential people telling us what to do, and more often, what NOT to do. They keep us out of trouble, keep us in line, but also hold us back from exploring, growing, or expanding beyond our own imagined limitations. Do you know what rules you live by? Have you evaluated them recently? Let’s take a few minutes and do just that.

HTMA Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis with Diane Yoder

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:25:07 +0000

What can a sample of your hair tell you about the minerals and heavy metals in your body? HTMA is Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis, and this protocol is a non-invasive, cost-effective way for people to learn about potential mineral deficiencies and heavy metal burdens that their bodies may have. Diane Yoder is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner who is trained and experienced in facilitating and interpreting the results of HTMA for her clients. Ramsey and Diane discuss the details of HTMA, including how it’s done, how it compares to bloodwork, and what to do if we learn bad news from the analysis. So if you are concerned that you or your family members may be missing critical minerals, or that you may be harboring heavy metals, which you are better off without, this is an excellent episode for you. Learn more at https://northwestnatural.health.

Heavy Metal Exposure and Detox

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 19:17:13 +0000

How do we get exposed to Heavy Metals, how do we know, and how can we more effectively detox? Our bodies are designed to handle removing metals that it does not use, but large or prolonged exposures can be problematic, especially if our bodies are under-nourished, stressed out or sleep deprived. Take a few minutes to learn what foods to eat to re-supply your body with what it needs to flush out the toxins.

Gratefulness and Choosing our Perception with Dr. Julius Torelli

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 14:37:35 +0000

How can mindset shifts like being grateful change our perception of our condition and relieve physical symptoms? As a cardiologist who had worked more than 2,000 straight days, Dr. Julius Torelli had a massive heart attack. But he chose to notice and appreciate the people, technologies, and medicines that could save his life. Today, Dr. Torelli helps people understand that gratefulness puts the body into the right state for healing. Many physical symptoms do not have clear and explainable physical causes, and these are especially good candidates for addressing through mindset. If you may be in need of an attitude adjustment, listen in, and consider joining Dr. Torelli’s pilot program launch this Fall. Learn more at www.gratefullywell.com.

Gratefulness or the Alternatives

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:04:39 +0000

If Gratefulness is good feelings about the past, what are the alternatives, and why is Gratefulness so great? Many say that keeping a grateful state of mind is a powerful way to give our bodies a mindset to heal. But what is up with the alternatives? What does it look and feel like to have bad feelings about the past or future, and what impacts do those have? And what about having a positive outlook about the future? Does that help too? We can’t exactly control what happens to us, but we can choose how we try to feel about it. Spend a few minutes pondering Gratefulness and the alternative mindset options and see what you think.

Outlive Cancer with Happy Mitochondria: Merlin Marquard

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:14:18 +0000

What can people do to support healthy cells and starve cancer cells? Recent research shows that healthy mitochondria not only provide energy, but also shut cells down when they malfunction, including cancer cells. Further, cancer cells rely heavily on sugar fermentation instead of mitochondrial metabolism for energy. Merlin Marquard learned this and more when he put his molecular biotech training to use for research, following his father’s cancer diagnosis. Merlin’s dad lives on today (praise God) based on a host of lifestyle and eating changes based on these principles. Now Merlin and his brother Cedric have founded a website and online community to educate others about the workings of cancer, what simple practices have great effect in cancer recovery, and how people can support each other. This episode delves deep into the biochemistry science of health and cancer, but also has a light-hearted magic as Merlin and Ramsey discuss the hope and promise of this family tale. Learn more at www.marchward.com.

Anxious to Share: Resolve Anxiety in Mind and Body

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:50:14 +0000

What is Anxiety really, and how can we resolve it physically and in our thoughts? Anxiety is like a dark, ominous cloud over our mind, suspecting and suggesting that things will likely go horribly wrong somehow. Why are we all so anxious these days? Maybe because things seem so unpredictable, with one thing coming right after the next. And maybe because we can hardly tell what’s real, and we often don’t feel like we can speak unpopular truths. But we don’t need to just suffer through anxiety. There are significant actions we can take physically to soothe our bodies and mentally to reset our minds. Listen in for practical strategies to resolve your anxiety. Learn more at www.whatsworthwhile.net.

What’s Next on the Journey with Ramsey Zimmerman

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:13:49 +0000

Guest Host Parfait Bassalé asks the questions: What’s next? When will you begin? It’s been more than a year and approaching 100 episodes of What’s Worthwhile, and Ramsey is now rolling out a new, expanded website; beginning to provide personal coaching and professional advising services; and working on a couple of books. Listen in for the complete story of how Ramsey first asked what’s worthwhile, the answer that crystalized, the discovery and education that followed … and the work that lays just ahead. Learn more about Parfait Bassalé at www.parfaitbassale.com.

Metabolic Freedom: A Response to the Book by Ben Azadi

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 14:26:47 +0000

Do you feel like you need sugar to function? Maybe you’re a Sugar Burner. But you can break free from the cravings. In his book Metabolic Freedom, Author Ben Azadi explains metabolic flexibility, which is our innate ability to burn either sugar or fat for fuel, based on a number of factors. Many people seem stuck in sugar burning mode, driving us towards the donuts, and that’s a drag. Using Keto and Intermittent Fasting while mixing in high-carb days encourages our bodies to get more effective at switching back and forth. The book is helpful, inspiring, entertaining and can be an effective jumping off point for changing up your eating patterns in order to feel better. Learn more at www.whatsworthwhile.net/metabolic-freedom.

Recovery from Pain and Lost Ability with Tom Dykstra

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:58:11 +0000

What if the nerves in your fingers shot pain from guitar strings, removing your ability to perform? For Tom Dykstra, guitar was his “fastball,” a central core of his identity, and his professional equipment to lead worship. When he suddenly experienced shooting nerve pain in his fingers, all of that changed, and he needed to reimagine himself and his life without playing guitar. Chronic pain and loss of ability of activities that bring us joy and/or income are devastating to those who experience them. But as Tom eventually learned … 15 years later … recovery and healing ARE possible when we understand our situation, align our Mind, Body and Spirit, and believe that we can heal.

You Need to be Open to Believe

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:44:08 +0000

How can you truly believe something if you’re not open to new ideas? How would the belief get there in the first place? If you’re not willing to challenge your beliefs, how can they be strong? How can your Mind and Spirit align with what your Body needs, if you don’t believe the things you do will benefit you? Call it Faith or Belief or the Placebo Effect, what our minds believe can and will influence how our bodies feel and react. Our beliefs, in turn, are impacted by our experiences and what we learn from them. Faith gets stronger, not weaker, when successfully meeting challenges. And to improve your holistic health and wellness, to feel better … you need to be open to believe that it can and will happen!

Calm, Relax and Sleep from Magnesium with Natalie Jurado

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 13:56:10 +0000

If you can’t fall asleep, stay asleep, or make it smoothly through the day, is Magnesium missing from your system? Around 70% of us are deficient in Magnesium and that leads to difficulty sleeping, headaches, anxiety and a whole host of less efficient reactions inside the body. Natalie Jurado discovered this for herself, and when she learned that Magnesium Chloride absorbs quickly and effectively through the skin, she founded RootedIn and developed a line of Therapeutic Moisturizers containing 500g of Magnesium per teaspoon. Natalie describes to Ramsey her journey from anxiety to calm purpose, a thorough but concise primer on Magnesium, and the details of RootedIn’s products. Listeners can get 15% off by using Promo Code “worthwhile” at Checkout on products at www.berootedin.com.

Lego Nutrition Piece

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 13:39:29 +0000

What do you need to build Lego or your own body? All the right pieces. You can build a Lego car or your body with whatever pieces you have available, but if you don’t have the best pieces, then your model or yourself may not look or function at its best. Our bodies need essential micronutrients like vitamins and minerals to build skin, muscle, brain and bone, not to mention hormones and detox pathways. Fortunately we can keep a well-supplied box of pieces by eating a variety of whole foods and supplementing when specific pieces are missing.

Dynamic Training Xplosion: On Location with David Lett

Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:26:28 +0000

What inspires, motivates and keeps you going? When you are working out with purpose, know WHY your improvement is important to yourself (and those who love you), and you are genuinely motivated by a caring coach, you are far more likely to achieve your fitness goals. David Lett, Founder of Dynamic Training Xplosion and his team have recently opened a unique workout space in Lacey, Washington. David and Ramsey spoke about how members get a private coached lesson each time they come, how the physical space is a natural extension of their virtual experience, and why David is so passionate and inspiring when it comes to building health and fitness. David’s training and life experiences in the fitness industry, college football and the military combine to create a powerful guide for those ready to put in the work and effort required to get and stay fit. Learn more at www.dtxfitness24x7.com.

Why, Why, WHY?

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 13:20:28 +0000

Why do you do what you do, and when was the last time you really asked yourself that question? If you want to improve yourself, take on real challenges and accomplish difficult things, you need powerful motivation. That comes from understanding “Why?”. Deeply understanding why. Not just the surface reasons, or the reasons someone else gave you. So channel that inner younger sibling and ask “Why?” several times in a row until you discover and articulate the REAL reasons you want to achieve your goals.

Go Outside for Natural Healing with Rita Naomi Moran

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:04:41 +0000

Ready to reset your Mind, Body and Spirit and reconnect with your family? Go outside and spend some time together, breathe the fresh air, press your toes into the ground and water, and reset your body clock with the sun, moon and stars. Rita Naomi Moran is a healer, a fellow student of Nutritional Therapy, and a returning guest to What’s Worthwhile. Rita and Ramsey talk about her upcoming driving trip across the country and how she has now visited more than 300 national park sites here in America along with her family. What is it about Nature that is so healing? Rita has been thinking about that a lot, and she shares her experiences and insights. A great podcast to get you going out the door and down the trail! Affiliate link to Rita’s book on Amazon: Go Outside: Connect and Learn with Your Family in the U.S. National Parks.

Escaping Stress

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:59:36 +0000

If not by actually fighting or running, how can we escape stress? The body’s stress response is physical, emotional and mental. We can ratchet ourselves down by many means, some healthy and some not so much. But how do we work through the stress? Maybe by directly confronting the conflict, the fear, The Thing that has us stressed out in the first place. No amount of self-medication or quiet meditation will resolve a thorny situation. Maybe you just need to quit avoiding that stressor and deal with it … or maybe I’m really just talking to myself here.

What to do When it's Not Working with Courtney Cowie

Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:23:27 +0000

Are you doing all “the stuff” but not getting the results? Reaching your health goals is not always easy and straightforward. Courtney Cowie understands this. As a child, Courtney struggled with chronic belly aches and ultimately found relief through Traditional Chinese Medicine. Today, she works with clients as a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Courtney focuses on nutrient-dense foods, quality sleep and stress reduction, but also looks for deeper issues in the Mind, Body and Spirit to discover and recognize what may be blocking progress toward her clients’ health and wellness goals. If you feel like you’ve been trying everything but things aren’t working yet, do not despair! Listen in and keep looking for the missing pieces. Learn more at www.courtneycowie.com.

The Look to Launch a Thousand Mornings

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:31:35 +0000

First thing in the morning, do you get The Look? We struggle to fall asleep, stay asleep, then our furry friend wakes us up before the alarm, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. Seems like dogs have sleep figured out, they’re either snoozing or sniffing around, while we humans have trouble winding down or waking up. Should I be grumpy to be dragged out of bed, or is my new dog actually doing me a huge favor? Listen in for lessons learned on falling asleep and waking up.

Homesteader Mindset with Elizabeth Bruckner

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 17:57:22 +0000

What does growing your own food, fermentation, and self-sufficiency have to do with energy and the 5 Elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine? Elizabeth Bruckner is fascinated by all of them, and weaves them together in her health practice, her book “The Homesteader Mindset” and this discussion with Ramsey. Homesteading isn’t just for little houses on the prairie anymore. We can grow gardens full of food and medicinal herbs in the suburbs too. Ramsey and Elizabeth talked about the joys of drinking out of mason jars, the wonders of castor oil (applied topically, not mixed into salad dressing), and the amazing energy and potential powers of billions of microbiome inhabitants. This is a fast-paced, surprisingly funny episode. Just make sure you don’t stub your toe on any unruly couches while you listen. Learn more at www.createwellnessproject.com.

A Watered-Down Message

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:38:44 +0000

Ready and willing to soak up some truth? Here’s a watered-down message, but it’s anything but diluted. I dive deep into why hydration matters and pour out some practical tips that will quench more than just your thirst. So grab your reusable sticker-covered bottle, filter out the noise, and let this refreshing message flow right into your brain.

Health, My Friend with Abby Mallard

Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:09:08 +0000

Are you eating healthy? We’re talking about both what you eat and your relationship with food. Abby Mallard is a Nutritionist and Food Relationship Coach that specializes in nutrient-dense food within eating disorder recovery. She struggled with an eating disorder for about 7 years and did a lot of hard work to recover. Now, through her company "Health, My Friend," Abby helps others make themselves a priority, through a focus on self-acceptance and food freedom. Ramsey and Abby discuss how a shocking onset of blindness got her to face her situation and ask for help, how it’s essential to learn to listen to and understand our body’s hunger cues, and that we should appreciate how much our bodies do for us everyday, keeping us alive and enabling us to do all the things we want to do. For everyone and anyone that struggles with their eating, Abby wants you to know … you are not alone, and it’s never too soon or too late to ask for help. Learn more at healthmyfriend.com.

Don't Stress the Rest

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:57:53 +0000

What does that mean? FOUR things … it’s a Quadruple Entendre. For a word-play nerd like me, I’m giddy about the idea of a single four-word phrase imparting four different relevant pieces of advice. Listen here for four pieces of wisdom as we head into the summer months of vacation, yard work and competitive relaxation.

Live UTI Free with Saoirse Nash

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 14:33:47 +0000

Think that your next UTI is inevitable? It doesn’t need to be. According to Live UTI Free, an international women’s research and patient advocacy organization, and its Director Saoirse Nash, although recurrent urinary tract infections affect millions of women, the right information can lead to better testing and a more permanent solution. Ramsey and Saoirse talk about why and how UTIs are often misdiagnosed and not treated with adequate antibiotics, how many women are resigned to dealing with one UTI after another, and how this and other women’s health issues have not gotten enough attention. Additionally, Saoirse explains that the keys to prevention are maintaining a healthy gut microbiome through whole food nutrition, good rest and stress reduction. Maybe they aren’t the hottest topic to chat about at dinner parties, but UTIs are both preventable and treatable with the right practices, testing, and antibiotics. So let’s talk about ‘em! Learn more at www.liveutifree.com.

Keeping Our Gut Bugs Happy

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 14:02:21 +0000

Who are your best friends, living inside you? Your Gut Bugs! Your microbiome consists of billions of little critters, and when you treat them well, with fiber and fermented foods and sleep and exercise, they treat you well, and keep the troublemakers at bay. I was thinking about my little friends after picking up some kefir at the store the other day, and thought you might enjoy this little missive about the universe in your gut. Not sure what “kefir” is, let alone how to pronounce it? Well let’s just say that Jack Bauer should never go near the stuff, but I highly recommend it.

Balancing Hormones for High Achievers with Chelsea Mcleod

Thu, 29 May 2025 14:17:41 +0000

Want to keep that hustle and feel amazing? You can! Chelsea Mcleod spent a decade sprinting through the corporate world before hanging it up to coach her colleagues full-time. Now she delivers the Heavy Hustle method, a holistic health coaching program designed to deliver rapid results by fixing root cause imbalances in the body that are common in people with stressful roles. Ramsey and Chelsea talked about ways for women and men to naturally balance their hormones, the importance of understanding your “why”, and her experiences coaching corporate leaders around the world. If you want to keep up that pace, maybe drop a dress size or two, or boost that testosterone without taking any mystery pills, then Chelsea is here for you. Learn more at www.chelseamcleod.com.

Four Key Drivers: A Response to the MAHA Report

Wed, 28 May 2025 18:07:06 +0000

What is driving the childhood chronic illness epidemic? The promised MAHA Report, the Make Our Children Healthy Again Assessment, identifies four key drivers: poor diet, aggregation of environmental chemicals, lack of physical activity & chronic stress, and overmedicalization. Shortly after the MAHA Commission was formed, I weighed in with my support for the MAHA movement. Now, I offer an overview of the first big deliverable, and my take on how we should respond. Let’s Make America Healthy Again! Read the full report at: https://whitehouse.gov/maha.

The Power of Love with Erica Ballard

Thu, 22 May 2025 14:36:19 +0000

What’s the most sought after, written about, sung about, and often elusive desire? Love! Ramsey has an in-depth conversation with Erica Ballard, personal coach in spirituality and mindfulness and host of the Modern Day Mysticism Podcast, about the nature and power of love. They consider sources like the New Testament, A Course in Miracles, Desmond Tutu, the Dalai Lama and Huey Lewis and the News. Ramsey and Erica marvel at the power and benefit of living and acting with Love as your guiding motivation and intention. Listen in if you want to tap into this powerful force and have a bunch of laughs as these two philosophize on something we all want and can feel. Learn more about Erica Ballard at www.ericaballard.co.

Half Marathon, Half Existential Inquiry

Tue, 20 May 2025 13:00:00 +0000

Ever sit on the couch, totally exhausted and ponder the very nature of your existence? Yeah, me too. After running the Capital City Half-Marathon with about 2,000 of your closest friends, try watching a documentary like “A Glitch in the Matrix” now available on Prime Video, and see what that does to your ideas about reality. I had a great day, enjoyed not only running, but also seeing all the people cheering, holding up clever and funny signs, and generally supporting each other. Then I crashed on the couch and learned all about Simulation Theory and how maybe we’re all living in some futuristic genius kid’s Minecraft Server. Did I buy it … weeellllll. Have a listen and hear all about one of my best and most mind-bending days ever.

Cultivating Joy with Jamie Belz

Thu, 15 May 2025 14:19:42 +0000

Want to feel growing Joy, without constantly chasing fleeting Happiness? Healthy food, quality sleep, and stress reduction will give you the energy to connect with people, connect with God and steadily cultivate Joy. So says Ramsey and his guest Jamie. Jamie Belz is a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Master Health Coach, and the Nutritional Therapy Association’s voice behind The Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast. Whether she’s in a studio, or chatting in a grocery aisle, Jamie’s belief that we can change the world one loving conversation at a time keeps her on a mission to spread legitimate, science-based truth. Ramsey and Jamie have a full discussion about the foundations of holistic natural health. Jamie also touts her most important role as raising five fun and fabulous children alongside her best friend and husband, Mike. This episode is a collaboration between What’s Worthwhile and the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast - a “swapcast” if you will - and you won’t want to miss it.

Maybe Joy Finds You

Tue, 13 May 2025 15:14:02 +0000

Are you pursuing “Delirious Happiness?” Sounds great, but sounds to me like a lot of work. When I was talking with Jamie Belz of the Nutritional Therapy and Wellness Podcast about doing a joint episode, we began exploring the differences between being deliriously happy and deeply joyful. That got me thinking. You can chase happiness all day long … but maybe joy finds you.

Treetop Fitness: On Location with Jill and Chad

Thu, 08 May 2025 14:08:08 +0000

Like to enjoy gorgeous views of forests and water when you work out? So do Jill and Chad Wisehart of Treetop Fitness, located in Union, Washington. After being stuck at home to work out, Chad and Jill began accruing workout equipment and appreciating the value of online virtual fitness training. But their home is in a Pacific Northwest forest perched on a hilltop overlooking Hood Canal, a micro-destination in itself, and they began inviting clients to work out there too. Jill invited Ramsey to see it for himself, and so the three of them recorded a conversation on location on their back porch. Ramsey, Jill and Chad discussed how they motivate clients to enjoy their workouts, how the proper use of cannabis can enhance the effectiveness of workouts, and how they’d love to do much more with their space. This is a fun episode, where you not only get to hear Chad and Jill’s hearts for others’ well-being, but you also get to hear their dogs greet the inevitable Amazon delivery person. Learn more at www.treetopfitness.com.

Doing What You Can Do Feels Amazing

Tue, 06 May 2025 13:51:41 +0000

What can you do? Something? Nothing? I don’t believe you. We can all do something. And when you do it, really do it, it feels AMAZING. Here’s another solo message not really about running. It’s about finding and doing that thing that YOU can do, that puts you into the Flow State, where everything else melts away. Doing what you CAN do feels amazing. I can run inexplicably fast when I’m tired at the end of a run, and I can encourage people. What can you do?

Breaking Brain-Body Stress Loops with Lori Clemmons

Thu, 01 May 2025 14:42:30 +0000

How can we stop getting triggered and wiped out by the same stressors? Chronic illness and fatigue as well as exhaustion can persist and build up over days, months and years. But we can break these cycles! Lori Clemmons, Wellness Coach, Mindfulness Practitioner and author of “Rewire Your Wellness” overcame a 27-year bout of chronic illness by changing her mindset, habits and activities and she now helps others do the same. Ramsey and Lori discussed Brain-Body connections and how stress causes recurring loops, how to identify and deactivate those loops, and how to use experiences to create new pathways. The fancy term is “self-directed neuroplasticity.” They also identified and finally faced Ramsey’s long-standing issue with smoke alarms that seem impossible to shut off. Whether you feel like you’re starting to lose ground in the battle to stay on top of everything, or if you already feel like you’re wiped out, this episode has great advice on how to get rest, get centered, and get grounded again. Learn more at www.loriclemmons.com.

Stress, Exhaustion and Overwhelm

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 15:49:00 +0000

Are you feeling stressed out, exhausted and overwhelmed? There’s a better way! Chronic stress, fatigue and overwhelm are all connected, and cause serious physical, mental and spiritual issues when not addressed. But let’s not dwell on the dangers or stay in that place … let’s take some simple and practical actions to naturally feel more at peace, more rested and more joyful so that we can regain our energy levels, health and wellness.

Jason Ott, No Pain, No Problem: The Art of Healing

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:39:06 +0000

How can you heal your body, mind and spirit? Jason Ott, owner of Empowered Prevention and author of “No Cure, No Problem: The Art of Healing” knows all about long-term chronic illness. He took care of his mom, who was reeling from the effects of brain cancer treatment, and then found himself with ulcerative colitis. By shifting mindset and applying everything he could learn about food-as-medicine and herbalism to his situation, Jason made a full recovery. Now he is a successful practitioner in a medical clinic, working with clients to reverse their painful conditions. In this episode, learn Jason’s 8 principles of holistic health and learn to apply them effectively alongside medical treatments for relief and healing. Learn more and get the book at www.empoweredprevention.com.

When You Run Uphill

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 13:52:16 +0000

Feel like you’re Running Uphill at work, with family or in social situations? Let me share a 3-part piece of advice a friend gave me about When You Run Uphill. It’s all about having the right mindset, putting the right muscles to work, and knowing WHY you’re bothering to put in the effort. 5-minute What’s Worthwhile (www.whatsworthwhile.net) Podcast Solo Episode.

Brian Gryn, Get Lean Eat Clean

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 14:42:26 +0000

How can you reclaim that fitness from 10 or 15 years ago? Brian Gryn recommends a six-pillar approach in The Stepladder System and the Get Lean Eat Clean Podcast. Ramsey and Brian spoke about Brian’s no-nonsense practical approach to eating and exercise, the importance of clarity and small incremental changes, and how lifestyle factors like sleep and stress make a big impact upon fitness. So if you feel like your fitness level has maybe been slipping over the years, and you’re interested in a path back to your previous vitality and strength, then this is an episode not to miss. Learn more at www.briangryn.com.

Here's What I Have for You

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:40:21 +0000

What can I say? I want to say more. This message is long in the making, but short in its delivery. It’s not a lecture, not a “weather report” with the latest happenings and smug predictions. It’s a pledge to share my way of thinking, my insights and priorities in a way that I hope will inspire and equip you to look around, take stock, and take action towards your own Peace of Mind, Vitality of Body and Joy of Spirit. Here’s what I have for you: encouragement, challenge, and above all … love. This is first in an effort to bring weekly solo messages about what’s worthwhile, in addition to the weekly guest discussions. Please let me know what you think of it! www.whatsworthwhile.net

David Amerland, Built to Last

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:19:22 +0000

In today’s world, with constant distractions, how can we persist with health and fitness efforts and keep our bodies “Built to Last”? David Amerland is a champion martial artist, a technologist and a philosopher. His string of books, especially “The Sniper Mind” and “Intentional” have led up to his treatise on lifelong health and fitness called “Built to Last.” Ramsey and David talked about the progression of his thinking over the years, and how physical health gains will first come from mental transformation. He makes the point that in today’s world, the norm is to sit at a screen, not to walk across miles of open plain, so we need to be intentional about focusing on making regular movement part of our everyday lifestyle. David also recommends DareBee (www.darebee.com), a nonprofit and free international collection of exercises. Learn more and find the books at www.davidamerland.com.

David Youngren, Life Ascending

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:38:17 +0000

How do you understand the idea of Consciousness in Christian terms, through a broader understanding of scripture? Ideas and practices like collective consciousness, meditation, and connection are often unfamiliar or uncomfortable to traditional Christian believers. Yet, they are comfortable with ideas like the Holy Spirit, or “God is the Light of the World”, or “God is above all, through all, and in all.” David Youngren, in his book Life Ascending, explains how the Aramaic meanings of these and other Biblical phrases can explain ideas of mental and spiritual connection to a whole new audience. Ramsey and David had a deep spiritual and philosophical conversation which included David’s journey realizing that he did not have all the answers, and that there must be more of God’s Truth out there that he needed to explore. This is a “bridge-building” episode that will be powerful to listen to for traditional Christian believers and those who ponder and experience Consciousness beyond traditional scriptural teachings. Learn more at www.davidyoungren.com.

Jennifer Heller: HERE COMES the APOCALYPSE!

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 14:30:46 +0000

How do you prep for disasters and emergencies without losing your mind? Jennifer Heller has got you covered. After family members faced wildfires and lost their homes, Jen looked to government resources to help her prepare. Yawn. She also looked to preppers for advice. Yikes! Jen put her marketing design skills and dry sense of humor to work to create “HERE COMES the APOCALYPSE!” an organized, fun, approachable set of guides and resources to help households plan for every kind of natural disaster. Ramsey and Jen talked about the need for supplies, equipment, hair dye, and hard-copy documents (just kidding about the hair dye). Ramsey couldn’t resist making jokes about Indiana Jones and secret agents, while Jen raised Monty Python references. Twisted as it may seem … disaster planning has never been this much fun. Learn more at www.herecomestheapocalypse.com.

Natural ADHD Solutions: Yana Kleyman

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 15:05:06 +0000

How can those with ADHD make food and lifestyle choices to avoid triggers and improve mood and focus? Yana Kleyman is a functional medicine consultant and a Doctor of Pharmacy. She began focusing on holistic natural health approaches after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder at 33 and being offered by her doctor a regimen of drugs (with major side effects that she deeply understood) and little hope for long-term health recovery. Today Yana works directly with parents of ADHD and other neurodivergent kids to recommend practical and effective dietary and lifestyle advice to reduce toxic or detrimental exposures and to increase mental and physical improvements. Ramsey and Yana had a broad-reaching discussion about how foods affect our bodies, the role of exercise and sleep, and how to support our natural detoxification process. They also had a lot of laughs in a hopeful, optimistic conversation. Learn more at www.atypicallyawesome.com.

Daryl Murrow, Business Mindset

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:25:39 +0000

What is the most effective Business Mindset for growth, scaling and long-term success? Daryl Murrow owned and operated a successful CD store back in the ‘90s, but got hopelessly bogged down in the day-to-day, which ate up his time and turned him into “Angry Daryl.” Happily, he learned that putting systems in place and embracing the right Business Mindset was the path to freedom. Today, “Coach D-Mac” shares that hard-earned wisdom through coaching, workshops, and podcasts. Ramsey and Daryl talk about how Peace of Mind and Joy of Spirit are essential goals as well as outcomes of effective business growth management. This episode is a great listen for anyone seeking to expand their business and expand their mind! Learn more at www.murrowmethod.com.

Katharine Giovanni, Path to Forgiveness

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 15:56:38 +0000

How can you ultimately forgive even the unforgivable, why should you, and how can that make all the difference in your life? Katharine Giovanni has experienced much in her life that angered and upset her, from alcoholic parents to a bout with cancer. But when she learned to let things go, to forgive people, places and events, it was transformative. Katharine is highly attuned and intuitive to the sights, sounds and energy around her. This served her well professionally as one of the pioneers of the concierge industry, and it serves her well today as a Forgiveness Coach who shares a methodology around forgiveness. If you struggle to forgive, if you are triggered into memories of that one person or that one day every time you walk past that one place, listen in to hear how you can systematically reclaim freedom, Peace of Mind, and Joy of Spirit through forgiveness. Learn more at www.katharinegiovanni.com.

Episode 50: MAHA On My Mind

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:20:48 +0000

After a full year and on episode 50, what is worthwhile to say out loud for the first time? MAHA - Make America Healthy Again! With RFK Jr. now at the helm of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), MAHA is no longer a campaign slogan … it is officially a national priority. Ramsey lays out the case for why and how we need MAHA so much, what it means to him personally and professionally, and how it can be a UNIFYING effort for us all. MAHA is not about personalities. It’s about regaining our holistic health through foundations of whole food nutrition and reduced chemical exposures. Episode 50 is not just a cry in the wilderness. It is a rallying cry for regaining community health and wellness. Will you answer? Visit www.maha.io to learn more.

Adrienne Simmons, Energy and Vitality

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 15:41:55 +0000

How do you keep energy levels and Vitality up, day in and day out, year after year? Adrienne Simmons was an Energizer Bunny in her younger days, but years of hard working and hard partying eventually took their toll. In order to avoid a looming health cataclysm, she cleaned up her act and regained her Vitality post 50 years old. Today she coaches clients through foundational strategies to build and maintain their energy and Vitality. Ramsey and Adrienne talked about her story, how mental, physical and spiritual energy are distinct but related, and practical ways that everyone can be energetic and vital. Listen in for a lively energy-boosting conversation! Learn more at www.energyforlife.energy.

Dr. Mohammad Farivar: Managing IBS or GERD Acid Reflux

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 16:14:37 +0000

How to best manage and remove symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) or the acid reflux from Gastroesophagael Reflux Disease (GERD)? Dr. Mohammad Farivar is an expert in both, with decades of clinical experience working with patients to do just that, and is the author of “Is it IBS or your DIET?”. Dr. Farivar explained to Ramsey how there are many potential causes for IBS, how avoiding high FODMAP foods can drastically reduce IBS flare-ups, and how the right medications can bring relief for those with acid reflux. Dr. Farivar has a highly developed sense not only for medicinal applications, but also dietary solutions for these otherwise lifestyle-altering conditions. Please note that this podcast is NOT giving medical advice. To learn more, visit www.gerd-ibs.com or find “Is it IBS or your DIET?” on Amazon.

Discussion: Angela Beyer, House of Shape

Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:54:55 +0000

How can a former Miss Universe with expertise in nutrition as well as strength training help you live a longer, healthier life? Angela Beyer, health coach and founder of House of Shape, joins Ramsey for a conversation not only about her fascinating story from burned out banker to Miss Florida, Miss USA and Miss Universe, but also about the longevity benefits of skeletal muscle as we age. Listen in to learn how to maintain and build strength, power and endurance through every stage of life. Learn more at www.houseofshape.com.