Peak Performance

Peak Performance The future is a fog for many of us right now, and it can be confusing how to move forward. In this final episode of the season, Bob encourages us to utilize the practical health tips we've learned from this series to develop a “core course for peak performance.” In this way, Bob a…

The Science Behind Intuition

Trust your gut. We humans have been doing it for ages, as Bob explains today, in his mini-master class on how intuition is hardwired in our brains—and how making the right decision can be as simple as listening to your own inner voice.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcas…

Hugh Jackman’s Meditation Journey

Meditation is a key part of Hugh Jackman’s life. He meditated before hosting the Academy Awards, he meditates before he goes on stage and during a lunch break in the middle of a film shoot. Bob tells the story of teaching Hugh to meditate nine years ago and how the practice keeps him centered and d…

Benefits of Genuine Kindness

You know how you feel when you do something nice for someone—without an expectation of even a "thank you?” It feels nice, right? Well it’s not all in your head. Research shows it’s also in your brain and body. Today, Bob explains the power of kindness for your health—and happiness. Learn more abo…

Calming a City

Today, Bob tells the story of Adora Iris Lee, civil rights pioneer in the 1970s, leader of the fight against HIV AIDS in the 1980s, a public health specialist, and community organizer who is now working with a team of experts to bring meditation to families in the high-crime neighborhoods of Ward 8…

Managing Childhood Stress

No one is immune to stress. Especially not children and teens. Today, in Part 2 from his discussion from clinical neuropsychologist Dr. Bill Stixrud, Bob shares insights of how to help a whole younger generation deal with the very real pandemic of stress and anxiety. Learn more about your ad-choi…

Practicing Gratitude

What’s better than to feel deep gratitude for the special people and places and things we love. Today, Bob shares the wise words of inspiring figures like Dr. Albert Schweitzer, the Persian poet Hafez, Khalil Gibran, among others—followed by one minute of quiet to give you the time to feel grateful…

Let’s Be Still

Now is the time to take it slow. Today, find a few minutes of peace as Bob reads wise words on tranquility from some of the world’s greatest minds, like Pico Iyer, Laozi, and Goethe. They will help carry you through your day. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Transcending through Music

When the Grammy Award-winning classical guitarist, Sharon Isbin, performed at Ground Zero in honor of those lost on September 11, she proved that music is a powerful healing tool. A 40-year meditator, Sharon brings audiences to transcendence through the universality of her music.  Learn more abo…

Meditation Heals Trauma

Joey was a middle schooler with a tough reputation as the class bully. When Transcendental Meditation lessons were offered in his inner-city school, Joey started to change. The trauma that caused him to lash out began to heal, his hyper-reactivity quieted down. Bob explains the science behind medit…