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Infusing the benefits of psychedelics and alternative medicine treatments, ranging from nutrition to supplementation, and personal development while pursuing the goal to live a healthy and abundant life! Host Richard Zwicky explores various treatments, regimens, and technology living a healthy and active lifestyle and a positive mindset.
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Loretta Graziano Breuning, founder of the Inner Mammal Institute, challenges the cultural myth of constant happiness. Drawing on her work examining how "happy chemicals"—dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins—evolved in animals, Breuning explains that our brains are naturally wired for emotional peaks and valleys, which serve the purpose of survival. She discusses how the pursuit of constant "jackpot dopamine" leads to unhealthy habits, and instead advocates for finding contentment through small, consistent steps. She also addresses the complexities of modern dating, rejection, and the "cortisol pathways" of stress.
Richard Zwicky speaks with Dr. Jenna Budreau-Roman, a licensed clinical psychologist and founder of Love and Theory, explores the paradox of highly successful people who struggle with imposter syndrome and a sense of conditional self-worth. Dr. Budreau-Roman explains that this often stems from a childhood where identity becomes synonymous with achievement, making worth conditional on performance. The discussion covers the addictive and isolating cycle of constantly pushing through pain, which can lead to burnout, anxiety, and depression—with high performers often being the last to notice their struggles.
Dr. Jennifer Fraser and Richard Zwicky focus on the subliminal and socially acceptable forms of abuse, such as gaslighting, which many people—including high-achieving professionals—fail to recognize due to a lack of sophisticated vocabulary. The discussion broadens to systemic bullying embedded in culture and politics, analyzing the dangerous "DARVO" (Deny, Attack, Reverse Victim and Offender) cycle that leaders use to protect aggressors and their own complicity. To address both individual and systemic toxicity, Dr. Fraser advocates for a courageous shift from an ethical/shame-based model to a brain-informed medical model, where the core principle is: "Hurt brains hurt." This approach reframes the issue to offer abusers rehabilitation and creates a system genuinely focused on healing and protecting the health and well-being of everyone.
Richard Zwickey interviews Naveen Khalfan, a licensed family therapist and mental health professional at Headspace. The discussion explores the "data gap" in mental health, examining why progress is harder to measure than physical healing and how traditional self-reporting tools often fail to capture the nuances of internal growth. Khalfan shares insights on the rising role of AI in mental health, emphasizing that while technology can provide valuable biometric data and accessibility, it cannot replace the essential human elements of vulnerability, empathy, and connection.
Richard Zwicky speaks with physician and behavioral change designer Kyra Bobinet to explore why traditional willpower models consistently fail. ]Dr. Bobinet highlights the "data gap" in mental health, arguing that subjective questionnaires fall short of the precision offered by modern brain science.The conversation centers on the habenula—the brain’s "anti-reward" pathway—which can trigger failure loops and kill motivation when we face setbacks.
Dr. Jennifer Fraser and Richard Zwicky introduce the concept of bullying and abuse not as merely a moral or behavioral issue, but as a brain-altering experience and a verifiable physical injury. Dr. Fraser details how extensive neuroscientific research shows that repeated exposure to abuse can cause physical damage, including the demyelination of the corpus callosum, the shrinking of the hippocampus due to high cortisol levels, and an enlarged amygdala, the brain’s threat-detection center. The discussion highlights that this "brain injury" is often unseen, leading organizations to minimize its effect. Furthermore, the conversation explores the damage done to the bully's brain, noting the erosion of affective empathy, and emphasizes the bottom-line impact of abuse culture on businesses, leading to significant stress-related turnover and talent loss.
In this episode of High on Healthy, host Richard Zwicky sits down with Dr. Justin Jacques, founder of the Human Theory Group, to explore the critical need for objective data in mental health treatment. Dr. Jack highlights the limitations of traditional self-reporting—which is often inconsistent and subject to personal bias—and discusses how advanced tools like neurofeedback (qEEG) and natural language processing can provide a more precise "map" of the brain. However, as a "radical humanist," Dr. Jack emphasizes that data should never replace the sacred therapeutic bond; instead, it should serve as a "guardrail" to help clinicians identify therapeutic ruptures, personalize care, and navigate the unique cultural and gender-based barriers that often prevent patients from reaching the core of their issues.
Dr. Sharad Paul, author of Biohacking Your Genes, discusses the core principle of epigenetics: that while genes are a blueprint, they are not destiny, and we can influence them through personal actions. He advocates for optimizing health span—or performance in the present—over extreme, unproven longevity interventions. Dr. Paul highlights the most overlooked health principles as personal responsibility and the profound impact of diet and non-constant exercise, such as changing your running routes or practicing free-form dance like tango, to maintain brain health. He shares that the MIND Diet can significantly reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and underscores the power of emotional health and mindset, noting that optimism and a sense of purpose are critical factors that influence physical healing. He cautions against common mistakes like over-supplementation without proper genetic testing.
Dr. Jeff Feinman, a veterinarian, molecular biologist, and founder of Holistic Actions, joins Richard Zwicky to explore the profound, often unarticulated connection between animals, human mental health, and consciousness. Dr. Feinman reveals that his deep understanding of this interrelationship came not from his scientific training but from a half-century of observation, leading him to recognize how relationships with animals are directly tied to the balance of life processes, a concept overlooked in conventional veterinary medicine. He highlights that animals are masters of "energetic hygiene," possessing the ability to rapidly "shake off" overstimulation and remain entirely focused on the present moment, a valuable lesson for humans who tend to ruminate and overthink.
Charles Patti is Chief of Growth at Eleusis, a groundbreaking venture described as the world’s first legal luxury psychedelic research immersion retreat/resort. Eleusis is scheduled to open its first public immersion retreats on March 18th and March 25th on the island of Beckway in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG). This location was chosen because the organization secured a rare government license to utilize all psychedelic compounds for research purposes. The Eleusis model is a luxury, medically supervised, research-focused experience that is explicitly distinct from traditional group-based ceremonies like Ayahuasca.It emphasizes personalized medical care, with all vital signs being monitored and pharmaceutical-grade medicine sourced from a GMP certified laboratory in Canada, representing a "new paradigm" for the therapeutic use of these medicines.
In this episode of High on Healthy, host Richard Zwicky sits down with Dr. Sandra Bailey, a registered nurse and holistic practitioner who navigates the intersection of conventional healthcare and ancient shamanic traditions. Dr. Bailey discusses her unique approach to treating depression, anxiety, and trauma by scanning the body for energetic "roots" and addressing spiritual concerns such as soul retrieval, past-life vows, and auric attachments. While she maintains a background in clinical nursing, she explains how her remote shamanic practice—which includes wealth activation for businesses and central nervous system resets—offers a path for those who haven't found relief through traditional psychiatry or medication alone.
Dr. Tina Schermer Sellers explores the pervasive issue of sexual shame, tracing its roots to early childhood experiences, particularly caregivers' negative reactions to a child's natural discovery of their genitals. Dr. Sellers and Richard Zwicky discuss how this emotional abuse, often unintentional, creates a core feeling of shame that negatively impacts attachment styles, trust, and intimacy in adult relationships. They highlight the need for comprehensive sex education and introduces the process of "deconstruction"—curiously examining the origins of one's shame and reconstructing a healthier narrative.
Richard Zwicky explores the hidden depths of the mind with hypnotherapist Juliet Annerino, who specializes in high-performance environments. They dive into how the subconscious governs 95% of our actions and how techniques like hypnotherapy and lucid dreaming can bridge the gap between our conscious goals and subconscious roadblocks.Annerino shares powerful methods for "reprogramming" recurring nightmares, reframing performance anxiety as excitement, and using somatic tools like the "Superman pose" to instantly boost confidence.By addressing core issues like imposter syndrome and the "inner child" through integration rather than willpower, this episode provides a roadmap for anyone looking to achieve lasting self-acceptance and mental clarity.
Richard Zwicky speaks with Reverend Connie Habash—a licensed marriage and family therapist and interfaith minister—to explore how reconnecting with the physical body and the natural world can dissolve the blocks of anxiety and depression. Habash introduces the "back to grazing" concept, explaining how we can retrain our nervous systems to shift from a constant state of "fight or flight" to the safety of the present moment. By utilizing "sit spots," sensory engagement with nature (even through something as simple as a houseplant or a river rock), and the yoga principle of santosha (contentment), Habash demonstrates that healing isn't a destination to reach, but a journey of rediscovering joy and aliveness in the here and now.
Richard Zwicky sits down with certified sex educator and author Suzannah Weiss to explore pleasure not just as a physical act, but as a fundamental pillar of emotional resilience and nervous system regulation. Weiss challenges societal stigmas and "gendered norms," explaining how mindfulness—from savoring a walk on the beach to intentional self-care—can help individuals, particularly trauma survivors, reconnect with their bodies.
Dr. Tammy Nelson, a sex and relationship expert, and Richard Zwicky explore how modern life is fundamentally changing the nature of committed relationships. ]Dr. Nelson, author of Open Monogamy, argues that traditional models are no longer applicable due to longer lifespans and a cultural shift toward processing emotions and trauma. She emphasizes that commitment today is less about moral promises and more about integrity, transparency, and frequently "rebooting the mission" of the partnership.
Renelle Nelson, creator of The Pleasure Agenda, explores her unique approach as an intimacy and betrayal recovery specialist, focusing on healing after a relationship rupture. Nelson emphasizes that betrayal often includes a "betrayal of self"—losing authenticity—which is frequently rooted in childhood trauma and attachment styles. Her work is centered on helping individuals and couples reclaim pleasure as their birthright, a process that involves unlearning the societal narrative that pleasure must be earned through struggle.
Licensed psychotherapist Michelle Smith joins "High on Healthy" to discuss her trauma-informed, client-centric approach to therapy, emphasizing the importance of nervous system regulation and addressing the subconscious mind. Working virtually across Florida, New Hampshire, Oklahoma, and Oregon, Smith utilizes modalities like EMDR, clinical hypnosis, and internal family systems to help clients struggling with feelings of being "stuck" due to trauma and chronic stress. The conversation explores how unresolved adverse childhood experiences and a chronic "fight or flight" response can manifest in daily life as a struggle to rest, disconnection in relationships, and dissociation, which is often misinterpreted as normal life busyness.
Trauma-informed coach and researcher Melissa Swonger joins host Richard Zwicky to explore the profound connection between unresolved trauma and physical health. Swonger shares her personal journey of recovery after two life-altering accidents, illustrating how the body often "keeps the score" through chronic pain, inflammation, and emotional dysregulation. She introduces her Integrative Transformation Blueprint, a three-step process of awareness, connection, and movement designed to help individuals move past "stagnant" healing by addressing the mind, body, and spirit as an interconnected system. Throughout the conversation, Swonger emphasizes the power of radical kindness and the importance of creating a safe internal environment to bridge the gaps between who we are at work, at home, and within ourselves.
In this episode of High on Healthy, host Richard Zwicky sits down with scientist and practitioner Brooke McKeever to explore the transformative power of Photobiomodulation (PBM). McKeever explains how targeted light therapy works at a cellular level by stimulating the mitochondria to produce ATP (cellular energy), which accelerates tissue repair and reduces systemic inflammation. Drawing from her personal journey of using light therapy to avoid a major spinal surgery after a severe car accident, she discusses how PBM can be used to treat everything from chronic pain and traumatic brain injuries to seasonal affective disorder. By utilizing specific pulse frequencies, McKeever demonstrates how this non-invasive technology can "entrain" the brain into healing states, offering a holistic alternative to traditional symptom suppression and medication.
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