Change Your Brain Every Day

What is the Process of Recovery from a Mass Shooting? With Troy and Shannon Zeeman

08 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are once again joined by Route 91 shooting survivors Troy and Shanno...

How a Couple Used their Brains to Escape an Active Shooter at Route 91, with Troy & Shannon Zeeman

07 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Police Officer Troy Zeeman was not on duty when he and his wife Shannon began dodging bullets during the Las Vegas Route 91 shooting, but that didn't ...

Active Shooter: Surviving the Route 91 Massacre, with Troy & Shannon Zeeman

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Newport Beach police officer Troy Zeeman and his wife Shannon decided to celebrate the end of Shannon's chemotherapy treatment by attending a 3-day mu...

Proven Tips to Keep Your Brain & Body Young, with Dave Asprey

02 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth and final episode of a series with author and biohacking pioneer Dave Asprey, he and the Amens give you practical tips using proven scie...

What Does the Future of Anti-Aging Look Like? With Dave Asprey

01 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There have been major breakthroughs in the science of anti-aging in the last few years, and this week's guest, author and Bulletproof 360 founder Dave...

How to Assess & Fix Your Hormone Levels, with Dave Asprey

31 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Recent history has seen a dramatic overall shift towards insufficient hormone production in our population. Unknown to most people, these deficiencies...

What Causes Aging? (And How Can You Reverse It?) With Dave Asprey

30 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this week's series of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by author and Bulletproof Coffee founder Dave Aspre...

Practical Tips for Kids' Use of Technology, with Dr. Lisa Strohman

26 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are once again joined by psychologist and author Dr. Lisa Strohman f...

Violent Video Games On The Brain: What It Looks Like, with Dr. Lisa Strohman

24 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's clear that technology and gadgets have changed radically over the last 30 years. In fact, the evolution happens so quickly that it's difficult to...

Can Technology Encourage Mass Shootings? With Dr. Lisa Strohman

23 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest on The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Lisa Strohman, was working with the profiling unit of the FBI when one of the most horrific ...

Our Tips to Strengthen Relationships, with Dr. Sharon May

19 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are joined by Dr. Sharon May for one last episode on building and ma...

Why the Absence of Arguments Can Lead to Divorce, with Dr. Sharon May

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

There are two main types of trust in relationships, and building these forms of trust are key to maintaining long-lasting emotional bonds. So how can ...

How to Battle Your "Relationship Dragons", with Dr. Sharon May

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When we argue with our loved ones, whether it be a spouse, significant other, or child, it's often something under the surface that's the real issue. ...

Attachment Theory: How it Manifests in Relationships, with Dr. Sharon May

16 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We spend a great deal of our time searching for someone with whom we can share our lives without threat of abandonment. But even after we find that pe...

What Effects Does Childhood Trauma Have on an Adult? with Dr. James Gordon

12 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When children grow up with trauma in their lives, it can often have a major impact on the way they live their lives as adults. However, some of these ...

How to Heal Yourself From Past Trauma, with Dr. James Gordon

11 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

People who have experienced trauma in their past are often affected in their present. Many of them think that their only options for treatment is to s...

Can You Treat Mental Illness Without a Doctor? with Dr. James Gordon

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you suffer from a mental health condition and decide to seek treatment from a psychiatrist, you may have an underwhelming experience. The truth is ...

How to Make Yourself Sick, with Dr. James Gordon

09 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Longtime followers of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast will know that Dr. Daniel Amen believes the traditional psychiatric model for care is dysfunctio...

Which Animal-Based Food Products Cause Inflammation?

05 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

You have questions? The Amens have answers. In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel and Tana Amen answer some of your questions...

What is Crocus Sativus and How Does it Help Treat Depression?

04 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another special "Brain in the News" episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast! In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give thei...

Stress + Holidays: How to Deal

03 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Many of us tend to think of the holidays as a happy time. After all, we connect and spend time with family and loved ones and give thanks for what we ...

Healthy Holiday Gifts: Thinking Outside the Gift Box

02 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When holiday season rolls around, most of us are tasked with the time-honored tradition of picking out gifts for our loved ones. Yet much of the time,...

Violent Video Games: What are the Effects?

28 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen answer some of your questions. This week's installment covers such topics as video game ...

This Man's Stomach Brewed its Own Alcohol

27 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen take a look at some of the current news items and weigh in from a b...

Brain Healthy Dishes to Try During Thanksgiving

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

We live in a culture where we celebrate with food. It's ironic that most of the food we choose to celebrate is actually hurting us, and is therefore n...

How Can I Maintain My Weight and Keep My Brain Strong During the Holidays

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Over the years, the focus of the Thanksgiving holiday has gone from gratitude to gluttony, which makes it exceptionally difficult for people to both c...

Is Happiness a Moral Obligation? With Justin Wren

21 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth and final episode of a series with MMA fighter and author Justin Wren, Dr. Daniel Amen and Justin discuss the impact emotional trauma ca...

The True Meaning of Victory, with Justin Wren

20 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

MMA fighter-turned author Justin Wren was at a crossroads in his life when he made the decision to venture into the Congo. The impact he made on the p...

From the Cage to the Congo: Answering the Call for Help, with MMA Fighter Justin Wren

19 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Things had been on a downward swing for MMA fighter Justin Wren, but then his desperation and faith provided him with the most unexpected of visions. ...

A Bullied Kid's Incredible Comeback Story, with Justin Wren

18 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When MMA fighter-turned social activist Justin Wren was bullied by his classmates, he struggled to find a reason for living. He eventually found that ...

Why You Shouldn't Solve All Your Problems, with Dr. John Townsend

14 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

According to Dr. John Townsend, the key to growth, whether it be for large companies or for a single individual, is the need to need. What this means ...

Setbacks: The Best Way to Respond, with Dr. John Townsend

13 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Setbacks are a normal part of life. No one goes through life without having some setbacks to respond to from time to time. But it's how we respond to ...

Engaging Your Tribe: How to Recruit Mentors, Coaches, and Friends, with Dr. John Townsend

12 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Studies have shown that people who lack in good friends and mentors in their life tend to struggle more both emotionally and physically. But if you do...

How to Connect With People to Fuel Your Life, with Dr. John Townsend

11 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In some ways, people are like the foods you eat. Some of them are rich in nutrients, while others simply drain you of your health. In this first episo...

What's a Mental Matrix? With Jim Karol

07 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Karol, author of "Ultimate Memory Magic," has developed the ultimate tool to help you remember huge lists and other large numbers of items. It's c...

How to Use Stories to Help You Remember Anything, with Jim Karol

06 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know that by improving your memory, you also improve your overall health? So if your memory is bad now, it's important to get it functioning a...

Natural Ways to Improve Your Memory, with Jim Karol

05 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

"Ultimate Memory Magic" author Jim Karol has spent years refining his technique to help him achieve near-superhuman memory. But you don't need to have...

How to Strengthen Your Memory Right Now, with Jim Karol

04 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When Jim Karol got laid off from his job at a steel mill in Allentown, PA, his prospects looked grim. When his doctor told him he also had a dangerous...

Q&A: Which Personal Products are the Least Toxic?

31 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen address some listener questions and dole out helpful advice. This we...

Brain in the News: Avoid These Two Medications at All Costs

30 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen weigh in on brain-related current events. This week's "Brain in the ...

Can Antidepressants Change Your Personality?

29 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When Tana Amen was suffering from depression, she had no idea it was caused by her thyroid medication. She started taking antidepressant medication, a...

Taking Antidepressants: The Pros & Cons

28 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For some people, the choice to take antidepressants leads to a happier, healthier quality of life. For others, it only makes things worse. Therefore i...

Can You Teach Your Children to Have More Empathy? With Dr. Judith Orloff

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode of a series with 'Thriving as an Empath' author Dr. Judith Orloff, she and the Amens discuss the phenomenon of the mirror neuron...

Can You Teach Your Children to Have More Empathy? With Dr. Judith Orloff

24 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this final episode of a series with 'Thriving as an Empath' author Dr. Judith Orloff, she and the Amens discuss the phenomenon of the mirror neuron...

Empath & Empathy: The Surprising Difference with Dr. Judith Orloff

23 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever felt like you have an uncanny ability to make judgements about people that turn out to be correct? There may be more than simple guessin...

How to Thrive as a Sensitive Person with Dr. Judith Orloff

22 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When a person is described as "sensitive", the label usually carries with it negative connotations. But as Dr. Judith Orloff suggests, there are plent...

Are You an Empath? With Dr. Judith Orloff

21 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

A small contingent of our population claims to be able to physically experience the emotional energy of other people. Sound crazy? Well there may be a...

Q&A: The Truth About Coffee and Your Health

17 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen are here to answer your questions. This week's installment includes ...

Brain in the News: Are Our Skulls Out-Evolving Us?

16 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for "Brain in the News," our weekly brain health news roundup, where Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen go over all the latest news in brain heal...

What is Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment (HBOT) and How Does it Work?

15 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of a series on healing with oxygen, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen take you under the hood to see exactly how hyperbaric oxygen t...

Can Hyperbaric Oxygen Heal My Brain?

14 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When Dr. Daniel Amen was working on the largest ever NFL study on the brains of active and retired players, one of the biggest takeaways was how the s...

Q&A: Should You be Consuming Dairy?

10 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Q&A time! This episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast features Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen answering some of your questions. Topics covered in t...

Brain in the News: Which Country Consumes the Most Antidepressants?

09 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for more Brain in the News! In this episode, the Amens contribute to the discussion of the brain health topics in the recent news cycle. Thi...

10 Ways Toxic Products Are Poisoning You

08 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this second episode of a series on toxic products, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen give you tips to give the personal product supply in your bathroom...

Top Toxic Products You Should Stop Buying

07 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

An oft overlooked fact about personal products (makeup, hair & skin care, etc.) is that what you put on your skin goes into your body and affects it. ...

Q&A: Automatic Negative Thoughts, Vaping & Marijuana

03 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for another Q&A! In this episode, the Amens dip into the mailbag to answer some of your questions. This episode features information and tip...

Brain in the News: What Can Parents Do About Cyberbullying?

02 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen look at some of the current news stories involving the brain. This i...

How Can You Quit E-Cigarettes?

01 Oct 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The recent epidemic of deaths and illnesses from e-cigarettes has made it clear that vaping poses a very real health hazard for teens and adults alike...

The E-Cigarette Epidemic: How Unhealthy is Vaping?

30 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

With the recent headlines of illnesses and deaths attributed to vaping and the CEO of Juul promptly resigning, the nation's attention is focused on e-...

Q&A: How to Put Your Brain in a Healing Environment

26 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen answer some listener questions. They give info and advice and such t...

Brain in the News: The Amens Break Down the Latest

25 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast introduces a new segment called "The Brain in the News," where Daniel and Tana Amen review some of th...

Is it Smart to Follow Your Gut?

24 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the previous episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen discussed the brain functions involved in judgement, particu...

Extremists: What do their Brains Look Like?

23 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Research using brain scans has shown us that people with extreme views tend to share similar aspects of brain function. In this first episode of a ser...

The Difference Between Pleasure & Happiness with Dr. Robert Lustig

19 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Many of the neurological issues prevalent in our society are the result of a conscious effort of the food industry to confuse and conflate the differe...

Why You Should Never Drink Fruit Juice with Dr. Robert Lustig

18 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fruit juice has long been considered a healthier alternative to soft drinks like Pepsi and Sprite, but unfortunately this is far from accurate. In thi...

Sugar: The Bitter Truth with Dr. Robert Lustig

17 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Back in 1955, President Eisenhower suffered a heart attack, prompting a nationwide inquiry as to what was causing cardiovascular disease. The two camp...

The Surprising Reason People are Overweight with Dr. Robert Lustig

16 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In Robert Lustig's early work as a pediatric endocrinologist, he began studying the effect certain molecules had on the body's organs. What he found w...

Getting Better Together: Peer Support & EMDR

12 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Throughout their careers, Dr. Daniel Amen and Dr. Nancy Bohl-Penrod have seen first-hand the importance of peer support to the healing process. In thi...

These Jobs are Toxic: The Lessons We Learned from 9/11

11 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our first responders often operate in the most toxic environments, but, until recently, little or no effort has been made to keep those toxins contain...

First Responders & Mental Struggles: The Leading Causes of Brain Illness

10 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

First responders are or on the frontline of the war for our health, and, as a result, they can often suffer in silence. After all, who is going to hel...

First Responders & Mental Struggles: Who Helps the Helpers?

09 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Amen is joined by Dr. Nancy Bohl-Penrod to discuss her work as the Director of The Counseling Team International. They talk about Dr. Bohl-Penro...

The Healthy Habits You Need to Change Your Brain + Body

05 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dive  into some of our listener questions to give you the answers y...

The 6 Steps to Ending Mental Illness

04 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

While the incidence of cancer has been experiencing a decline, the incidence of mental illness continues to trend upward. Why is this? In the third ep...

Masters of Your Health: The Good Ruler vs. The Evil Ruler

03 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen continue to discuss some of the concepts from Dr. Amen's upcoming PB...

If You Change Your Brain, Can It Heal Your Mind?

02 Sep 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mental Illness affects us all, and the rate of mental illness continues to skyrocket despite the widespread use of prescription medications. But as Dr...

The Brain & the Mind: What's the Difference? With Dr. Earl Henslin

29 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Our society has developed a habit of using different terms to delineate between the organ that occupies our heads, and the collection of thoughts we e...

Can You Change Your Personality? With Dr. Earl Henslin

28 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Earl Henslin, author, psychotherapist, and board member of The End Mental Illness Now Foundation, found himself on the other side of the desk when...

Frontal Lobes: How Do They Shape Your Behavior? with Dr. Earl Henslin

27 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Thirty years of brain SPECT imaging has clearly shown us that disfunction in different parts of the brain require different types of treatment. One of...

What if Everything You Thought You Knew About Your Brain was Wrong? With Dr. Earl Henslin

26 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When psychotherapist and author Dr. Earl Henslin first considered using SPECT imagery to help diagnose his patients, he was concerned that the scans w...

Is Your Career Path Right for You?

22 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen answer some more of your questions. This episode features info on em...

The Types of Trauma that Can Result from a Car Accident

21 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Every time you get behind the wheel and strap on your seatbelt there lies the possibility of disaster occurring, and the subsequent trauma that can re...

The Top Strategies for Safe Driving

20 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know automobile accidents are the leading cause of death among young people? In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, the second of...

How the Brain Functions when Behind the Wheel

19 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Whether travelling, commuting to work, or just running errands, many people spend a considerable amount of their lives in their cars. The inherent dan...

How to Get Rid of Brain Fog

15 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen dive into the mail bag to answer some listener questions. Daniel and...

Why Humans Aren't Designed to be Happy

14 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In America, happiness is big business. Industries put billions of dollars into marketing and selling the concept of happiness to the public. But what ...

Teenagers & Suicide: What to Do if You're Worried about Your Child

13 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Suicide is now the second-leading cause of death among young people (the first is automobile accidents). What's the reason for this epidemic? In this ...

Depression is Not a Prozac Deficiency

12 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Oregon has recently passed legislation for taking "Mental Health Days" off from school, which makes sense as the state has one of the highest suicide ...

Tips to Have a Better Brain and Better Grades with Alize Castellanos

08 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Class in is session! In this fourth and final episode with Alize Castellanos, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen wrap up their two-week long series on chan...

Should You Model Your Behavior After Other People? With Alize Castellanos

07 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When striving to make improvements in our lives, we tend to look to others for inspiration. But is this a good thing or a bad thing? In the third epis...

Negative Thoughts: What Happens when You Escape Chaos with Alize Castellanos

06 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

If you come from a chaotic environment, whether that be caused by your family life, past a trauma, or a medical condition, it can be very difficult to...

How to Find Success Through Adversity with Alize Castellanos

05 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Finding success in life can be hard enough even when circumstances have set you up to thrive. But what happens when you start out in life with the car...

Change Your Brain, Change Your Grades with Chloe Amen

01 Aug 2019

Contributed by Lukas

The surprising #1 fear for most Americans isn't heights, spiders, or clowns, but speaking in public. Many tense up in fear just thinking about getting...

Can Eating Certain Foods Make it Harder to Focus? With Chloe Amen

31 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

One of the most overlooked factors when determining success at school is nutrition habits. You may be surprised to hear that the type of food you send...

How Different Brain Types Affect Study Habits with Chloe Amen

30 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to study habits and organization, finding the right balance in your routine can mean the difference between success and failure. However...

Success at School: This Factor is More Important Than Grades with Chloe Amen

29 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

For some people, the education system can be a breeze. For others, struggle and frustration is the name of the game. However, when it comes to predict...

Lessons Learned from a Traumatic Brain Injury with Josh Perry

25 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BMX rider-turned motivational speaker Josh Perry has experienced many ups and downs when it comes to the health of his brain. The lessons he's learned...

Brain Trauma: Finding the Right Recovery with Josh Perry

24 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BMXer Josh Perry knows a few things about brain trauma, having experienced multiple concussions, some of which had resulted in loss of consciousness a...

How a Traumatic Brain Injury Affected My Life with Josh Perry

23 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

It's been said that the act of failing only occurs if you don't get back up again. No one knows this concept more than pro BMXer Josh Perry, who has f...

The Brain Scan that Saved A Professional BMXer's Life with Josh Perry

22 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

BMX rider Josh Perry was living out his dreams, travelling, competing, and rising up through the professional ranks when he suffered a horrific crash....

Q&A: The Amens Answer All Your Questions

18 Jul 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Brain Warrior's Way Podcast, Dr. Daniel Amen and Tana Amen wrap up their discussion on the impact of words, and then reach into...