Dr Espen Podcast

• 85. How To Become an Exponential Potential Player | Dr. Jeff Spencer

  Tweetable quote from Dr. Jeff“You can't fabricate something you don't have the capacity to do.”SummaryIn this episode, Dr Espen sits with Dr. Jeff Spencer, a world-renowned chiropractor and elite performance coach. With a remarkable history as an Olympian cyclist and a career dedicated to helping individuals reach their highest potential, Dr. Spencer shares invaluable insights on achieving excellence in all areas of life—physical, mental, emotional, and even spiritual.About our guest:Dr. Jeff Spencer is a world-renowned chiropractor, elite performance coach, and former Olympian. A 1972 Munich Olympics cyclist, he later earned a master’s in sports science and became International Sports Chiropractor of the Year. He developed The Champion’s Blueprint, helping clients like Tiger Woods, Sir Richard Branson, and U2 achieve peak performance. His coaching has led to over 40 gold medals and eight Tour de France wins. Beyond coaching, he’s an author, speaker, and glass-blowing artist. Dr. Spencer continues to mentor high achievers in sports, business, and life.📲Find out more about Dr. JeffWebsite: www.drjeffspencer.com📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck out our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode trailer00:01:39 - The Potential for Elite Performance00:05:30 - The Role of Sacrifice in Achievement00:10:52 - Common Mistakes of High Achievers00:15:33 - The Role of Spirit in Peak Performance00:18:21 - The Power of Breath00:22:22 - The Evolution of Human Potential00:36:12 - Working with Elite Performers00:40:57 - The Artist vs. Technician Mindset00:44:10 - Greatest achievement in life00:49:43 - Dr. Jeff’s message to the world

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• 84. Ready, Set, Slow: The Secret to Flow State | Lee Holden

  Tweetable quote from Lee“Qi is not for hurting people. It's for healing.”SummaryIn this episode, Dr Espen has the pleasure of welcoming back Lee Holden, a renowned Qigong teacher and a personal mentor of mine. Their conversation dives deep into the concept of chi, prana, or life force energy—an essential element that connects us all and influences our well-being. Lee also discusses his new book, "Ready, Set, Slow," and how active relaxation can lead to greater efficiency and joy in life.About our guest:Lee is an internationally recognized master of Qigong, licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, and bestselling author. Known for making ancient wisdom accessible to modern life, he has helped tens of thousands of students improve their health, vitality, and well-being through Qigong. Lee’s teachings have been featured on PBS stations across the U.S. and Canada, and he offers classes, workshops, and a teacher certification program. His work empowers individuals to heal from injury, slow the aging process, and enhance their energy and quality of life.📲Find out more about LeeWebsite: https://www.holdenqigong.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@HoldenQiGongInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/holdenqigongofficial/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/holdenqigongTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@holdenqigong📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode trailer00:01:15 - Introduction of Lee Holden00:02:23 - The Nature of Qi00:08:01 - Identifying Positive and Negative Qi00:09:14 - How Lee discovered the healing power of Qigong00:10:04 - The principles of Qigong00:19:00 - Superpowers through Qi00:24:08 - Steps for moving from stress to a peaceful state00:30:32 - Where to find Lee's Qigong classes and resources00:35:18 - Ready, Set, Slow: Book discussion00:42:52 - Lee’s message to the world

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• 83. Why You Keep Attracting the Wrong Partners (and How to Change It) | Sheleana Aiyana

  Tweetable quote from Sheleana“Sometimes the people who are the best for us are going to feel the worst for us when our nervous system is dysregulated.”SummaryIn this episode, Dr Espen sit down with Sheleana Aiyana, founder of Rising Woman, to explore the power of conscious relationships. They dive into self-trust, emotional awareness, and the role of personal responsibility in building deeper connections. Sheleana shares insights on recognizing red flags, navigating breakups, and embracing ritual and spirituality in relationships. If you’re seeking to transform your approach to love and connection, this episode is a must-listen!About our guest:Sheleana Aiyana is the founder of Rising Woman, a global community with over 3 million readers dedicated to healing, self-discovery, and conscious relationships. An international best-selling author, Sheleana’s work is informed by her training in somatic healing, inherited family trauma, and Imago couples therapy. As a writer, mother, and wife, she weaves her own transformative life experiences with the wisdom of nature. Her teachings guide others toward deeper intimacy, self-awareness, and connection with the natural world, inspiring them to heal old wounds and cultivate love in all areas of life.📲Find out more about SheleanaWebsites: SheleanaAiyana.com, RisingWoman.comInstagram: @SheleanaAiyana @RisingWomanYoutube: @RisingWomanFacebook: @RisingWomanOfficial @SheleanaAiyanaShay's book: Becoming The Onehttps://courses.risingwoman.com/btobookProgram: Freedom from Relationship Anxietyhttps://courses.risingwoman.com/freedom-from-relationship-anxiety📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode trailer00:01:19 - Introduction to Sheleana Aiyana00:03:35 - Conscious Relationships Defined00:05:50 - Maturity and Responsibility in Relationships00:07:20 - Identifying Conscious Relationships00:10:35 - Red Flags and Non-Negotiables00:14:25 - Trusting Your Body's Signals00:16:54 - The Healing Power of Grief00:20:00 - The Role of Ritual in Relationships00:22:20 - Breakups as Opportunities for Growth00:28:57 - Facing Pain for Spiritual Growth00:31:04 - The Relationship with Spirit00:34:23 - Becoming the One00:37:40 - Steps to Becoming the One00:40:15 - The Importance of Somatic Work00:48:13 - Final Message to the World

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• 82. Unlearning: Letting Go of False Selves | Charles Eisenstein

  Tweetable quote from Charles“Let's not predict it. Let's declare it.”SummaryIn this episode of The Dr Espen Podcast, host Dr Espen is joined by Charles Eisenstein, a visionary author, speaker, and philosopher. Together, they explore the shifting narratives that shape our society and individual lives.About our guest:Charles Eisenstein is a teacher, public speaker, and author who examines the unspoken narratives that direct our society and our lives. His work covers a wide range of topics, including the history of human civilization, consciousness, economics, spirituality, interdependence, ecology, and how myth and story influence culture. He is the author of The More Beautiful World our Hearts Know is Possible, Sacred Economics, and The Ascent of Humanity.📲Find out more about JeffSubstack: https://charleseisenstein.substack.com/ Website: https://charleseisenstein.org/Instagram: @charles_eisensteinTwitter: @ceisenstein📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights:00:00:00 - Episode trailer00:04:13 - Dystopia vs. Ascension: A Choice00:10:14 - Finding Personal Guidance00:13:51 - The Process of Unlearning00:17:37 - The Courage to Let Go00:22:07 - The Paradox of Letting Go00:29:50 - Rebuilding the World with a New Narrative00:32:01 - The Journey of Separation and Return00:36:26 - The Role of Humor in Seriousness00:47:22 - Message to the World

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• 81. The Benefits of Doing The Hard Things | Jeff Krasno

  Tweetable quote from Jeff“Chronic disease is the result of chronic ease.”SummaryIn this episode, Dr Espen is joined by Jeff Krasno, co-founder and CEO of Commune. They discuss the power of good stress and its benefits for our physical and mental health, the importance of deliberately placing ourselves in discomfort and practical tools and strategies for building emotional resilience, including meditation, breathwork, and engaging in difficult conversations.About our guest:Jeff Krasno is the co-founder and CEO of Commune, a masterclass platform for personal and societal well-being and co-creator of Wanderlust, a global series of wellness events. He hosts the Commune podcast, interviewing a wide variety of luminaries from Deepak Chopra and Marianne Williamson to Matthew McConaughey and Gabor Maté. His latest venture expands Jeff’s personal story and protocols into a book,Good Stress: The Benefits of Doing Hard Things (Hay House, March 2025). The book dives deeper into the concepts from the course, distilling insights from over 400 podcast conversations Jeff has conducted, along with his personal experiences applying these ideas to transform his own health. It explores deliberate, self-imposed behaviors that promote social, psychological, and physical well-being, offering both a philosophical exploration of true wellness and practical steps to achieve it.📲Find out more about JeffWebsite: https://www.jeffkrasno.com/📲Find out more about Dr EspenWebsite: https://drespen.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drespenwoldjensenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_espen/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr_espenCheck our upcoming events: https://bit.ly/3whDgVo💡Episode Highlights: 00:00:00 - Episode trailer 00:02:51 - Stress as an adaptive response 00:07:26 - The importance of deliberate stress 00:09:17 - Self-imposing stress in modern society 00:12:47 - Avoiding good stress and its consequences 00:15:15 - Obesity and chronic disease epidemic 00:19:53 - Benefits of fasting beyond physiology 00:25:16 - Physiological and psychological tools 00:31:58 - The attention economy and emotional regulation 00:35:08 - Practices for building emotional resilience 00:39:35 - The opportunity in returning to focus 00:42:38 - Upcoming book on good stress 00:44:16 - Jeff's message on the power of change

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