Best Dr. Drew Rubin Podcasts (2024)

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How to Stress Wisely with Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe 35:10

29m ago35:10

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If you’re feeling more stressed than usual these days, you aren’t alone. But this week, host Paula Felps is joined by author, psychology instructor, and resiliency expert Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe to find out why that is and what you can do about it. Dr. Robyne’s latest book, Stress Wisely: How to Be Well in an Unwell World, looks at why the stress o…

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Episode 569: What Chiropractors Can Learn from Modern Dentistry 15:09

26m ago15:09

15:09

Ever wonder how modern dentistry has become one of the most prestigious in the health care industry after its very humble beginnings? In the 1950's, dentists were pulling teeth in dingy offices. Then they organized and created a plan, and worked that plan, and now look at them! What is chiropractic's plan? Good question... This podcast was original…

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Why Your Brain Needs a Summer Vacation With Dr. Henry Mahncke 27:20

2d ago27:20

27:20

It’s summertime, and if your body feels like it needs a vacation, it’s not alone – so does your brain! This week, join host Paula Felps as she talks with Dr. Henry Mahncke, CEO of Posit Science and Brain HQ, who explains why vacations are so good for your brain. As you’re about to find out, when you go on vacation, you’re giving your brain all kind…

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Episode 568: The Philosophy Science & Art of Chiropractic...Green book series 21:35

2d ago21:35

21:35

Chiropractic is a philosophy, science and art. All 3 are critical in becoming the best chiropractor for whatever practice members you see. Its philosophy, science and art are like a 3 legged stool...if you take one leg off, the stool cannot support your weight.By Dr. Drew Rubin

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Happy Activists: Wilson County Kind Makes Kindness Cool 21:56

9d ago21:56

21:56

We know that kindness is crucial, but sometimes it seems to be in short supply these days. That’s why Randall Hutto, mayor of Wilson County in Tennessee, has made his office the starting point for spreading kindness. This week, Mayor Hutto and project administrator Susan Shaw explain why they created the initiative known as Wilson County Kind and h…

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Episode 567: Dr. Sid Williams Altered the Direction of My Life 14:00

13d ago14:00

14:00

Back in July of 1993, I went to Dynamic Essentials (or DE) as a chiropractor and left as a chiropractic warrior with a major purpose. Here how 1 simple sentence that Dr Sid said during his Thursday opening altered the direction of my lifeBy Dr. Drew Rubin

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Commit to a Summer of Fun with Mike Rucker, PhD 26:33

16d ago26:33

26:33

Summer officially begins on June 20, and that’s the perfect time to launch Live Happy’s Summer of Fun! We’ve teamed up with organizational psychologist Mike Rucker, PhD, to offer a free eight-week email course based on the principles of his book, The Fun Habit: How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life. In this episode, he explains how…

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Episode 566: Constructive Survival Value-Green book series continues 8:26

16d ago8:26

8:26

The concept of accumulative constructive and destructive survival value can be likened to making deposits or withdrawals with a bank account. Put deposits in, and you build accumulative constructive survival value. The more deposits you put into your health bank account, the greater your resilience when a withdrawal comes your way.…

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Overcoming Loneliness With Dr. Jeremy Nobel 31:55

23d ago31:55

31:55

Loneliness is one of the major challenges facing our society today, and since this is Loneliness Awareness Week, it’s a great time to look at what’s behind this loneliness epidemic. This week, host Paula Felps sits down with physician, teacher, innovator, and author Dr. Jeremy Nobel, founder of The Foundation for Art & Healing and the Project UnLon…

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Episode 565: Things school didn't prepare you for 31:20

27d ago31:20

31:20

School does a good job at preparing you to pass National Exams and get licensed, but can't prepare you for every possibility. Here Dr Rubin answers questions about starting a peds-focused practice and about what to look for if deciding on an associate job.By Dr. Drew Rubin

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What’s Driving Gen Z’s Anxiety (and What to Do About It) With Dr. Lauren Cook 28:46

30d ago28:46

28:46

Younger generations are experiencing stress and anxiety differently than previous generations, and that’s something we’re making part of the ongoing conversation at Live Happy. For this episode, host Paula Felps is joined by author and clinical psychologist Dr Lauren Cook. Her latest book, Generation Anxiety: A Millennial and Gen Z Guide for Stayin…

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Episode 564: "Time Is Of The Essence"- Green book series 12:00

1M ago12:00

12:00

ADHD rates are now at 11.4% (that's 7.1 million kiddos), an extra 1 million kiddos compared to 2016 (see attached link for article). Infants as young as 6 weeks old can have characteristics that might lead to an autism diagnosis (see link). Chiropractors work on the brain and nerve system. The earlier we get a chance to work on kiddos, the better! …

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Create a Healthy Relationship with Social Media With Giselle Ugarte 29:13

1M ago29:13

29:13

As we wrap up Mental Health Awareness month, it’s a great time to talk about how social media affects mental health — and how you can use it to support a happier, more meaningful life. Host Paula Felps is joined by coach, speaker and influencer Giselle Ugarte, who helps people learn how to build their confidence, reframe their relationship with soc…

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Episode 563: Divert Attention- Green book series 13:21

1M ago13:21

13:21

"Stay put", BJ Palmer tells us. "The difference between a big shot & a little shot is that the big shot is a little shot that kept on shooting" (Zig Ziglar). Sometimes in order to solve a problem, the key in the solution is to keep on trying different things until you figure it out. This can be helpful when you are working with kids with Autism who…

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Supporting Mental Health Through Music With Brandon Staglin 22:42

1M ago22:42

22:42

Music can be a powerful tool for improving mental health, and in this episode, host Paula Felps talks with Brandon Staglin, co-founder and president of One Mind, a mental health nonprofit organization committed to improving brain health by supporting research and providing resources. Central to their mission is music, which Brandon explains has bee…

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Changing the Conversation on Mental Illness with Patrick J. Kennedy 24:31

1M ago24:31

24:31

May is Mental Health Awareness month, and this episode is a reminder that we can’t just be aware of the problem – we need to take action. Host Paula Felps is joined by mental health advocate Patrick J. Kennedy, whose new book, Profiles in Mental Health Courage, shares the dramatic stories of people who are living with mental illness. Because of his…

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Episode 562: A new role for chiropractic? 16:42

2M ago16:42

16:42

In 2 recent articles, (see links below), a 'new role of chiropractic' was introduced, that boils down to this: chiropractors should essentially 'stay in their lane' and adjust only people with back pain "without extending their services to other more controversial clinical areas." Hmm. The results we see in pediatric chiropractic care tend to total…

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Repairing the Mother/Daughter Relationship With Leslie and Lindsey Glass 32:49

2M ago32:49

32:49

The relationship between mothers and daughters can be tricky, so this week, host Paula Felps sit down with co-authors and mother/daughter duo Leslie and Lindsey Glass, who’ve just released the book, The Mother-Daughter Relationship Makeover: 4 Steps to Bring Back the Love. They know all too well how fraught the mother/daughter relationship can be, …

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Episode 561: How the Polyvagal Theory Can Change Your Practice! 33:53

2M ago33:53

33:53

The Polyvagal Theory has revolutionized my practice and at a recent seminar in Atlanta, I shared my latest thoughts and breakthroughs about it. Can't think of a health-related topic where the Polyvagal Theory doesn't in some way apply!By Dr. Drew Rubin

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Discover Harmony and Healing Through Jin Shin Jyutsu With Adele Leas 13:06

2M ago13:06

13:06

As companions for our animals, most of like to take a hands-on approach. But learning the ancient art of Jin Shin Jyutsu can take that one step further by deepening the human/animal connection and keeping everyone happy and healthy. Join host Brittany Derrenbacher as she sits down with internationally known teacher Adele Leas, the originator of Jin…

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Becoming a Mindful Mother With Jennifer Mulholland 27:28

2M ago27:28

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We’re going to celebrate Mother’s Day in just a few days, but in reality, moms should celebrate themselves every day. This week, host Paula Felps sit down with Jennifer Mulholland, a working mom, conscious leadership expert, and co-author of the book Leading with Light: Choosing Conscious Leadership When You’re Ready for More. Jennifer’s work focus…

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Episode 560: "Advertising Is Ethical" 11:31

2M ago11:31

11:31

How else will people find out about chiropractic unless and until we tell them what we do? Chiropractic is still the best kept secret in the health care world but more and more people are turning towards chiropractic since the modern health care system has proven itself to be less...reliable.By Dr. Drew Rubin

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Episode 559: "Every person has a spine..." 16:05

2M ago16:05

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A 2024 article called "A new role for spinal manual therapy" (see link) said that we should not provide SMT to anyone except for people with musculoskelatal issues (MSK), since it is unproven, unscientific, and controversial. Tell that to the millions of kiddos that are being seen around the world by pediatric chiropractors and have received amazin…

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Gen Z and Mental Health With Deborah Heisz 31:58

2M ago31:58

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As we enter May — which is Mental Health Awareness Month — it’s the perfect time to talk about recent findings about Gen Z. Multiple recent studies show that Gen Z has unprecedented levels of anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. In this episode, host Paula Felps sits down with Live Happy CEO and co-founder Deborah Heisz to talk ab…

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Reclaim Your Personal Power With Dr. Emma Seppälä 29:47

2M ago29:47

29:47

In a time when we are increasingly distracted and overwhelmed, many people are rethinking what’s important and how to achieve it. In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with acclaimed psychologist Emma Seppälä, author of the new book, Sovereign, who explains how our we can overcome the chaos around us and take steps to live a more vibrant, courage…

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Episode 558: "Bring Us Your Most Difficult Cases" 15:57

3M ago15:57

15:57

Dr Sid Williams, founder of Life University and Dynamic Essentials (DE), had an amazing way to explain chiropractic philosophy, and how to live and practice by it. "Bring Us Your Most Difficult Cases" and "Accept all cases regardless of condition or financial ability" are 2 pivotal concepts.By Dr. Drew Rubin

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Episode 557: Visions Or Illusions-Green book series week 4 12:41

3M ago12:41

12:41

Are you holding onto your vision or focusing on the illusions others have of your vision? M Scott Peck says: Life is difficult...and the sooner you accept the life is difficult, life is less difficult. Life happens, but do everything you can to focus on your visionBy Dr. Drew Rubin

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Embrace Earth Day With Casey Johnson 17:59

3M ago17:59

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As we get ready to celebrate Earth Day on April 22, it’s the perfect time to talk about how we can better care for our planet. In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with Live Happy Marketing Manager Casey Johnson, who created the Earth Day Happy Acts campaign and is a fierce advocate for the planet. She talks about the daily practices she uses to…

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Making the Most of the Rest of Your Days with Jodi Wellman 26:35

3M ago26:35

26:35

What if thinking about death could give more meaning to your life? In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with Jodi Wellman, who founded Four Thousand Mondays to help people make the most of the time they have left on this planet. Her new book, You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets furthers that mission by providing readers …

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Episode 556: Eclipse Party! Green book series #3 14:01

3M ago14:01

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Our Eclipse party was so fun, not just because we saw a rare astronomical treat, but because we are part of millions of people from around the country, all doing the same thing at the same time! And watching our younger patients who didn't know each other come together and become friends while watching an eclipse was a special moment that reminded …

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Episode 555: Green book series 2: The Goal Of Chiropractic Is Communication 12:24

3M ago12:24

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How is the goal of chiropractic communication? By allowing the brain and the body to communicate better with each other, creating body awareness, allowing the sensory system to work with and not against the motor system. This is especially true for kids and adults with sensory/motor challenges.By Dr. Drew Rubin

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Living Better Longer With Caroline Paul 27:08

3M ago27:08

27:08

We know that a positive mindset is good for your health, but did you realize it can change how you age? In this episode, host Paula Felps talks with lifelong adventurer and New York Times bestselling author Caroline Paul about her new book, Tough Broad: From Boogie Boarding to Wing Walking — How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age. In Ca…

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Episode 554: Green Book Series-The Why of Chiropractic 13:27

3M ago13:27

13:27

Green Book Series Part 1: Dissecting the best of BJ Palmer's chiropractic philosophy stored in the treasure of his 41 volume Green Book collection. This week's topic is from Bigness of the Fellow Within, page 613: An Afterthought. It is one of the most profound messages referencing the 'why' of chiropractic, what BJ aptly titled, "The Big Idea"…

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How Happiness is Changing in the U.S. With Dr. Lara Aknin 23:56

3M ago23:56

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Each year, the release of the World Happiness Report gives new insight into global well-being. On this episode, host Paula Felps talks with Dr. Lara Aknin, a distinguished professor of psychology at Simon Fraser University and one of the editors of the report. Lara explains why the U.S. fell out of the top 20 happiest countries for the first time i…

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