In this episode, I’m thrilled to reconnect with a dear friend, Alex Manos, (even though we’ve never hung out in person!) who is a brilliant and insightful voice in the world of functional medicine. We cover a range of topics, from taking a holistic approach to health to exploring how we can better track physiology versus root causes. We discuss building resilience — both physically and spiritually — and how practitioners can guide clients toward lasting transformation. We also explore the changing landscape of functional medicine and the resurgence of psychedelics in the context of collective awakening. Whether you’re a practitioner or simply passionate about holistic health, this conversation is packed with wisdom and practical insights you won’t want to miss!

Topics Discussed:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction  

• 00:02:21 - Getting Back to a Holistic Approach  

• 00:06:13 - Beyond "What’s Wrong"  

• 00:10:03 - Getting to the Root Cause  

• 00:14:48 - Mentoring Practitioners & Building Resilience  

• 00:23:15 - Tracking Physiology vs. Root Causes  

• 00:32:02 - Functional Testing  

• 00:34:06 - Precision Nutrition Certification & Changes in the Industry  

• 00:36:17 - Lab Testing & Practitioner-Client Relationship  

• 00:37:50 - How to Build Resilience  

• 00:43:24 - Physical Resilience  

• 00:47:24 - Spiritual Resilience  

• 00:55:14 - Navigating the Adversities of Life  

• 00:59:51 - Returning to the Basics & Breaking Down Belief Systems  

• 01:09:14 - Balancing Validation and Stretching Your Clients  

• 01:11:30 - Our Collective Spiritual Crisis  

• 01:19:08 - Living in a Post-COVID World  

• 01:22:10 - New Societal Model  

• 01:25:16 - Psychedelic Resurgence & Collective Awakening  

• 01:34:04 - Bad Trips & Facing Your Inner Truth  

Further Listening:

• 15: The Ego, Energy Medicine, & Your Psyche | Alexander Manos 

• 43: Coaching Psychology, Ethical Business Practices + Functional Medicine | Sam Miller

• 42: Thoughts Become Proteins | Solo

• 45: Intergenerational Trauma, PTSD, Chronic Illness, + Psychedelics | Rome of Mycology Psychology 

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