766. Speed Reading Made Easy w/ Jim Kwik

Hey Heal Squad, in this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of gratitude and the art of attracting what you want. Join us as we explore how practicing gratitude can be a beacon of light during challenging times and act as a catalyst for personal growth. We navigate through the complexities of life, from the stressors of the current world to personal struggles, emphasizing the importance of acquiring tools and coping skills to navigate the journey. Along the way, we share valuable insights and personal anecdotes that highlight the profound impact of gratitude on our lives. The Power of Acknowledging Goodness: We kick things off with a powerful quote from Eckhart Tolle, "Acknowledging the good that you already have in your life is the foundation for all abundance." This sets the tone for our discussion on how recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of our lives can pave the way for abundance. Tools for Tough Times: Amidst the challenges many are facing, including the complexities of parenting during the pandemic and navigating economic uncertainties, we explore the importance of equipping ourselves with tools and coping mechanisms. The hosts stress the significance of actively working on personal development and learning to handle overwhelming situations. The Gratitude Journal Experiment: A pivotal moment in the episode revolves around the hosts' discussion of a gratitude journal experiment. They share personal experiences with gratitude journals, emphasizing its positive impact on mental well-being. The conversation delves into a study that reinforces the benefits of a gratitude practice, showcasing the psychological shifts that occur over time. The Art of Manifestation: As the conversation progresses, we delve into the concept of manifestation and the influence our thoughts have on our reality. The hosts share their perspectives on envisioning the life one desires, emphasizing the need to align thoughts with goals. Practical advice is given on how to become a magnet for positive energy, attracting the desired outcomes. Lessons from Life's Rollercoaster: The hosts reflect on their personal journeys, revealing moments of difficulty and growth. They share how reframing challenges as opportunities for learning and growth can lead to a more resilient and fulfilling life. The discussion encourages listeners to embrace both highs and lows, recognizing that each experience contributes to personal development. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company.

23 Nov 202359min

Happy Thanksgiving week, Heal Squad! On this special Blackout Wednesday edition of Heal Squad, backup QB and Mr. Maria Menounos, Kev sits in to keep things light in honor of the holiday week. You know Black Friday but you may know Blackout Wednesday even better. (It is the biggest party night of the year after all.) Not a partier? There are alternative and equally fun activities you can do tonight not to mention tomorrow morning. How socializing has been reduced due to such things as the pandemic and social media, the ramifications involved, and why the holidays are even more precious as a result. How this is the week you get sick and why. Happy Thanksgiving Heal Squad!   Christmas Specials We Love https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christmas-specials-we-love/id1651505290 HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

22 Nov 202337min

Hey Heal Squad! Is Thanksgiving Tuesday a thing? It is now! Why the setting up the party can be more fun than the party. How breaking down the party can be even more fun. How hosting your own wrap up show, post party, can be the most fun of all. Plus, planning and hosting Thanksgiving Eve 'prep night' parties, Maria's go to recipes, menu do's and don'ts, how to handle Black Friday and what to be thankful for. Christmas Specials We Love https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christmas-specials-we-love/id1651505290 HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

21 Nov 202342min

Happy Monday Heal Squad! On this Monday Chat edition, Maria records live from El Salvador! She and Keven discuss all the details of her experience hosting the Miss Universe pageant. Maria covers why tourism is on the rise in El Salvador, why being self-reliant is key for a female host but for life in general, and why traveling with a Nespresso machine is wise. She also talks about working with hosts Jeannie Mai and Olivia Culpo, the difference in behaviors between female talents of then and now, live broadcasts, how the pageant competitors of today differ from when Maria competed and more.    Christmas Specials We Love https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christmas-specials-we-love/id1651505290 HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

20 Nov 202347min

How feeling burned out can be as much about just feeling alone.  How to start a new business or career when you have a full-time job. What working for free and in baby steps will reveal. What keeping your mind in possibility yields and what saying No can also yield. Welcoming the wrecking ball of life, ridding yourself of items that remind you of past traumas/failures, and how heart and wisdom are the two things age can't take from you. RGF Bonus: The story of Bruce Springsteen's Wrecking Ball, old Patriots QB Steve Grogan and Kev's burfday week.  Christmas Specials We Love https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-christmas-specials-we-love/id1651505290 HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

17 Nov 20231h 17min

Hey Heal Squad, get ready for an insightful interview featuring Dr. Nicole LePera. In this episode, we delve into the intricacies of relationships, trauma bonds, and childhood traumas, exploring how these experiences shape our lives. From personal anecdotes to practical advice, they discuss the transformative journey of unlearning and healing.  Trauma's Influence: How childhood traumas and trauma bonds impact our adult relationships, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing these patterns. Healing Journey: The discussion includes personal stories of healing, touching on dietary changes and the challenges faced on the path to well-being. Maria Menounos shares her experience and highlights the significance of perseverance in the healing process. Self-Expression and Authenticity: The need for self-awareness, exploring emotions, and expressing oneself authentically in relationships. The conversation underscores the importance of breaking free from patterns that no longer serve us. Codependency and Connection: The concept of codependency, unraveling its connection to a lack of self-connection. Dr. LePera provides insights into how understanding and meeting one's own needs can foster healthier relationships. Creating Safe Spaces: The quest for safe spaces in relationships, where individuals can freely express themselves without judgment. Dr. LePera advocates for an environment that allows for self-expression and mutual support, promoting growth and well-being. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

16 Nov 20231h

In this episode of Heal Squad, Maria is joined by friend and renowned brain coach, Jim Kwik. In part one of this two part interview, the duo discuss various aspects of cognitive enhancement and learning strategies such as brain types (cheetah, elephant, monkey, and owl), the importance of knowing one's brain type for effective learning (and the characteristics associated with each type), how to control one's mindset to activate change and access limitless potential and how it may be more about your peer group than biology when it comes to behaviors. This a must-listen for anyone seeking to tap the untapped potential of their brain!  The Concept of Four Brain Types: cheetah, elephant, monkey, and owl, each associated with specific characteristics. Knowing Your Brain Type: identifying one's brain type influences effective learning strategies. Agency and Ownership: in transforming one's life, focusing on mindset, motivation, and methods. Three H's: aligning head, heart, and hands for unlocking limitless potential in personal development. Peer Groups Affecting Behaviors: it's less about biology and more about what the people that surround you do. "Limitless Expanded Edition": the new book emphasizes learning agility, creating positive momentum, and leveraging AI for personal growth. https://kwikbrain.com/animal-quiz HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com Curated Macy’s Page: https://www.macys.com/healsquad Rosetta Stone: https://www.rosettastone.com/healsquad 40% off Noom: https://www.noom.com Just Thrive: https://justthrivehealth.com and use promo code: HEALSQUAD 20% off your first 90-day bottle of Just Calm and Just Thrive Probiotic ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content [published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or Mariamenounos.com] is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

14 Nov 202336min