Photo: “Crater Lake” (CC BY 2.0) by aspearing Are you looking to live your best life? You might be ready to do what it takes to be happy, healthy and fulfilled. The day-to-day grind, however, is more likely to leave you exhausted than ready to take on the world. What if you had secret strategies that enabled you to totally transform your life? What if you had an encyclopaedia of knowledge that let you build wealth, kick unhealthy habits, and open yourself up to new possibilities? You might have caught my recent blog post where I shared some of my favorite episodes of Marketing Speak. Today, I’m sharing a list of top episodes from my other podcast, Get Yourself Optimized. The following interviews feature some of the best inspirational stories and groundbreaking insights from my near-150 episode run. Learn how to live the life you’ve always wanted by checking out these 8 classic episodes of Get Yourself Optimized…  

Finding Your Sexual Blueprint for a Hot, Healthy Sex Life: Miss Jaiya (Episode 1)

This is the episode that started it all. Miss Jaiya is a progressive sexual wellness expert and a sexologist extraordinaire. We started off Get Yourself Optimized with a bang by diving deep into topics of human sexuality. If you’ve ever wanted reignite passion in your relationship, fulfil your partner’s desires, or take your sex life to higher levels, this is the episode for you. We even explore taboo topics like role play, dirty talk, and introduce some of Jaiya’s favorite “sex challenges.”  

Avoiding and Reversing Disease Through Alternative Health Therapies: John Bergman (Episode 20)

Are you looking for a little inspiration? You won’t want to miss this episode with Dr. John Bergman. Dr. Bergman experienced an auto accident left him severely injured. After experiencing disappointing treatments, he sought out alternative medicine in an effort to heal himself. The results spoke for themselves. After making a full recovery, Dr. Bergman went on to become a chiropractor and champion of alternative medicine. We talk about some of the hidden dangers of traditional medicine and how you too can use alternative health practices in healing.  

Reclaim Your Health and Boost Your Brainpower: Dave Asprey (Episode 38)

The Bulletproof Diet has taken the world by storm thanks to its effectiveness in helping people lose weight, increase their focus, and energize their everyday lives. You can meet the man behind the curtain in this episode with The Bulletproof Diet author Dave Asprey. Dave is a biohacker who used Bulletproof to lose hundreds of pounds. You’ll learn about the best foods for optimal health, what foods to avoid, and how to find the right foods based on your hormones and genetics.  

Communicating and Connecting with Your Partner Through Your Authentic Self: Alison Armstrong (Episode 61)

Communication is key when it comes to relationships. Communication can be difficult, however, when you consider all the subtle differences between men and women. Alison Armstrong joined me in this episode to sort out all the confusion that comes with long-term relationships. We discuss the different stages adult men and women go through, and how having a keener understanding of these stages can lead to better communication and connection. Alison’s insights are so powerful that this remains my most popular episode of Get Yourself Optimized—ever!  

How a Cleaner Diet and Balanced Fitness Routine Can Extend Your Longevity: Mark Sisson (Episode 63)

Are there any two words more maligned in the English language than “diet” and “exercise”? In my interview with athlete, author and blogger Mark Sisson, we discuss why diet and exercise don’t need to be dirty words. Mark is the founder of Primal Nutrition, a company devoted to providing health education and designing state-of-the-art supplements. He goes into detail on how to up your diet and exercise routine to prolong your life. As an ex-marathon runner and triathlete, Mark also tackles the tough task of finding the right balance when it comes to endurance training.  

Living Life by Your Own Values: Dr. John Demartini (Episode 79)

It’s hard to boil down Dr. John Demartini’s accolades into one paragraph. He’s a prolific writer and reader, having authored 40 books and read over 30,000 books. He’s also one of the world’s leading authorities on human behavior and personal development. As the founder of the Demartini Institute, John has empowered individuals and organizations around the world. In perhaps my most interesting interview, John talks about how you can prioritize your life based on what’s truly valuable to you. In this eclectic conversation, we dive into topics like speed reading, near-death experiences, and John’s love of travel.  

Finding a Higher Level Consciousness Through Extreme Biohacking: Part 1 of 2: Luke Storey (Episode 126)

If you’ve ever listened to Get Yourself Optimized, you know that I’m a huge fan of biohacking. In many of my episodes, I discuss how you can hack your biology to optimize your life. We do a deep dive into the topic of biohacking in this episode with Luke Storey. Luke is a three-time guest of Get Yourself Optimized and an expert on all things biohacking, spirituality, and fashion. In this episode, we tackle higher-level consciousness topics and extreme self-experimentation. In part two, we cover topics like business, life, aptitude, relationships, and more!  

Kicking Your Sugar Habit: JJ Virgin (Episode 137)

If you’ve ever tried to kick your sugar habit, you know how difficult it can be. Sugar is the top recreational drug in the world and, believe it or not, addiction is a real problem. Thankfully, you can learn all about going cold turkey in my conversation with celebrity nutrition expert JJ Virgin. JJ is a incredible health expert who has helped countless people transform their health, and their lives. In this free flowing conversation, we discuss how dropping sugar can change your life and leave you feeling better than you ever imagined! For more great episodes, check out the Get Yourself Optimized website.