Primal Potential
1,564 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 18 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 2.5K ratingsThe Primal Potential Podcast is about transformation, not information. So many of us KNOW what we need to do to achieve our goals but we aren't DOING it. There's a continuous gap between our INTENTIONS and our ACTIONS. Primal Potential is a TOOL to help you create massive change in your life and ENJOY the journey!
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468: 3 Ways To Make Change Easier NOW
March 26, 2018 07:00 - 1 hour - 94.5 MBThe other night I hosted a free, live webinar to share 3 specific changes you can make TODAY to make creating change in your life easier. The reality is, we're making it too hard. Maybe we don't even realize there's an easier way, but there is. If you take the time to listen, I have no doubt you'll make faster progress and it will feel like less of a struggle or fight against yourself. https://primalpotential.com/468/ Resources: Watch the video here Join the Spring 12 weeks to transf...
467: Tackling This Huge Problem
March 22, 2018 07:00 - 17 minutes - 24.3 MBOne of my favorite parts of my 12 week coaching groups is when I get to chat on the phone with people, talk about where they are at and collaborate on creating solutions. Last week I had a powerful conversation about how our thoughts & words are like a compass - the point us in a given direction. We can really accelerate our progress when we consider the direction in which a given thought or declaration points us. In this conversation, my client shared that she was often writing in her j...
466: Food As Medicine
March 19, 2018 07:00 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBReady for another Food As Medicine episode? I'm really psyched for this one because I'm VERY passionate about sulfur-rich veggies like brussels sprouts & broccoli. I have no doubt that they have transformed my health. Today we are talking about everything from skin health to metabolism, detoxification, hormones, arthritis & asthma. Plus, we'll go into how you can make these veggies super delicious if you're not usually a big veggie fan. https://primalpotential.com/466/ Resources: Reg...
465: When Circumstances Challenge Choices
March 15, 2018 07:00 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBThere is no circumstance that takes away your ever-present super power: the power of choice. No matter how much time you have, how much stress you're under, how upset you are or how inconsistent your past has been, you still hold the transformative power of choice. It's always with you. In today's episode we're talking about a major barrier to change: elevating your circumstances, diminishing yourself and convincing yourself that you are small & powerless in the face of things that hap...
464: The Most Important Thing
March 12, 2018 07:00 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBThe other day I listened to Dan Heath share a story about college professors. It really moved me & inspired this episode. Here's a quick summary of the story he told. A group of college professors were asked what one or two things they'd want their students to remember 10 years later. Of all the things they'd teach, what was most important that they carry with them, understand or know how to do years into the future? The professors all shared their answers. Then, they were asked what p...
463: Maintenance, Plateaus & Shame
March 08, 2018 08:00 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MBJust because you could lose more weight or you want to lose more weight, doesn't mean you're a failure if you aren't seeing results. We need to stop being ashamed of maintenance or plateaus. We need to see them as critical parts of the process that shouldn't be fought or rushed. One of the best ways to ensure the change you've worked hard to create is permanent is to prove your ability to maintain it. Periods of maintenance can & should happen along the path to progress. Furthermo...
462: How I Transformed My Travel Habits
March 06, 2018 08:00 - 36 minutes - 49.5 MBMy travel habits used to be a complete nightmare. I'd binge in airports, overeat on roadtrips and justify every indulgence because I was out of my normal routine. All the while, I'd make myself empty (yet well intentioned) promises about how "on point" I'd be when I returned home. I'd return home from vacations, business trips or road trips feeling exhausted, defeated and tremendously disappointed in myself. I was both physically & emotionally heavier than when I had left. Because of...
461: Travel Tips To Avoid Trackwrecks
March 03, 2018 08:00 - 36 minutes - 50.4 MBI used to fear travel. For me, based on my past experiences, travel was a time for overeating, overindulging, and making all sorts of pledges about how I'll "get serious" when I return home. I'd return exhausted, frustrated, feeling bad about my body and completely overwhelmed by all the changes I wanted to make. In the past few years, I have transformed my travel habits. Over the next two episodes I'll share how I made those changes (without restriction, deprivation or missing out) an...
460: This Will Rub You The Wrong Way
March 01, 2018 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBWhy is it that we hold others to higher standards than those to which we hold ourselves? Why is it unacceptable for others to break promises to us but we let ourselves off the hook for it every day? Is it not a little hypocritical to demand change from others before demanding it of ourselves? Today's episode is short and powerful. I hope you'll take a listen and then take action. https://primalpotential.com/460 Resources: Join the Wait List for the Spring 2018 Fat Loss Fast Track...
459: EB Talks Mindset
February 27, 2018 08:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBLast week I was interviewed about the role of mindset - the way we think and make decisions - in our quest to create change. I talked about the most common mistakes I see that hold people back and some simple strategies to overcome them. Plus, I talk about my journey, my childhood and how I created massive change and improvement in my own life. When the full interview becomes available, I'll be sure to share on Instagram where you can find it. For now, this episode is a great one! h...
458: Food As Medicine - Turmeric
February 24, 2018 08:00 - 41 minutes - 56.8 MBI am beyond excited for this 2nd episode in the Food As Medicine series of the podcast! Today we are talking about turmeric and it's active components, curcuminoids. Curcumin has long been used to fight inflammation but it does so much more than that! We'll explore the role of turmeric in cell health, inflammation, skin health, depression, cognitive function and more! We'll differentiate between turmeric root and turmeric powder, talk about how to identify a quality supplement and I'll e...
457: Becoming A Warrior
February 22, 2018 08:00 - 23 minutes - 31.8 MBWe've become too passive in our own lives. We go with the flow instead of stepping up to be in charge of the journey. Today's episode is a call to be warrior in your own life. It's a call to stop being a victim of your circumstances, to stop acting as if stepping into your potential is a burden or a chore - it is the purpose of your life and the path to a much more fulfilling version of yourself. Here's to becoming a warrior! https://primalpotential.com/457/ Resources: Breaking Bar...
456: The Most Random Episode There Ever Was
February 20, 2018 08:00 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBTwo completely random things inspired me this week. They reminded me of how I'm probably the least likely person on the planet to end up with a podcast about fat loss. My journey has been hard. It's been full of struggle. And yet, I'm here. "A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer, it sings because it has a song" ~ Mike Posner I hope you'll take a listen to this inspired episode about my heart, my mission and my passion. https://primalpotential.com/456/ Resources: Breaking B...
455: Raw Foods Right & Wrong
February 17, 2018 08:00 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBFor the past couple weeks, I've been challenging myself to eat more raw vegetables. I wanted to see if there was an impact on my digestion and my energy levels. There has been. In today's episode I'm going to talk about the pros & cons of raw vegetables, which ones you should eat raw and which ones are best prepared cooked (from a nutritional standpoint). I'm going to share the changes I've made recently, specifically how I'm incorporating raw vegetables and what benefits I've noticed. ...
454: Meditation, Weight Loss, Focus & Motivation
February 15, 2018 08:00 - 48 minutes - 66.9 MBWhat does meditation have to do with weight loss? Anything? I say with strong conviction: a lot! First and foremost, meditation decreases cortisol levels. Chronically elevated cortisol levels impair decision making, increase hunger, increase cravings, impair sleep and blunt insulin responsiveness. But: meditation takes time. It's hard. Most people suck at it. Those are the most common objections I hear. If you've ever had those frustrations or if you've wondered about meditation, you...
453: Change THIS For Fat Loss & Longevity
February 13, 2018 08:00 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBTwo of the biggest threats to your metabolism & overall health are chronic stress and overeating. Interestingly, chronic stress drives overeating and overeating creates additional stress. It's what's known as a "feed forward" cycle. In today's episode we're talking about how stress (physical and emotional) drives appetite and cravings while impairing your ability to make sound decisions. Most importantly, we'll be talking about dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to not only reduc...
452: Creating A Life You Don't Need To Escape
February 10, 2018 08:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBEarlier in the week, I shared a post on Instagram that got a lot of people talking. It said: create a life you don't need to escape from. I dove deeper into this idea that you need to create a life you don't want or need to escape from on the blog, but many people requested that I go even deeper on the podcast, and that's what we're doing today! https://primalpotential.com/452/ Resources: Join the wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track Follow me on Instagram On The Blog: I ...
451: Instead of Willpower, Use This...
February 08, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBThe other night, I was sitting on the couch around 8pm and all I could think about was that I wanted some chocolate. I was actively talking myself into it, making a case for it, justifying it (successfully) and planning what I would get & where I would get it. Suddenly, I realized that just like I could talk myself into wanting chocolate, I could talk myself into not wanting it. I didn't have to rely on self-discipline or willpower, but I could simply make a case for why I didn't want ...
450: Food As Medicine
February 06, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutes - 49 MBI'm excited to kick off a new series on the podcast: Food As Medicine! Every couple of weeks I'll be featuring one food or ingredient and sharing it's medicinal benefits! This series is in no way meant to replace Western medicine but there is absolutely room for both approaches! In today's episode, we're talking about the medicinal benefits of coconut. Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/450/ Resources: Subscribe to the Primal Potential Daily Bites Alexa Skill! Episode 4...
449: Raise The Bar
February 03, 2018 08:00 - 18 minutes - 25.2 MBTough love episode coming at you! It's time to raise the bar, expect more from yourself and finally get beyond that struggle you've been working on for far too long! https://primalpotential.com/449/ Resources: Wait List for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! How to subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites Follow me on Instagram!
448: Food Versus Drink
February 01, 2018 08:00 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBInstead of differentiating between food & drink, what if you saw them both as fuel? That glass of wine is fuel. Does your body need fuel? What happens when you give your body excess fuel? It has to be stored. In today's episode I'm taking you inside my inbox to hear a response to a listener who is differentiating between her food choices and her drinking choices. https://primalpotential.com/448/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! Episode...
447: You Can Convince Yourself Of Anything
January 30, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBYou can convince yourself of nearly anything. In fact, everything you believe, you've convinced yourself of through your thoughts, attention & actions. In today's episode, we're exploring how you can turn this into an unstoppable force to help you create change & crush your goals. It's a short episode you won't want to miss! https://primalpotential.com/447/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! How to subscribe to Primal Potential Daily Bites H...
446: A Closer Look At Bulletproof Coffee
January 27, 2018 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBDoes bulletproof coffee help you burn fat? Should you be drinking it? Does it matter how you make it? Should you use coconut oil or MCT oil? Does it matter? What if your butter isn't grassfed? What kind of coffee should you use? Does it matter? Is it breakfast? Can you have food with it? These are the questions we're tackling in today's episode! Don't miss it! https://primalpotential.com/446/ Resources: The wait list for the Spring Fat Loss Fast Track is now open! Below ar...
445: Using Values To Create Massive Change
January 25, 2018 08:00 - 21 minutes - 29.1 MBOne of my Fat Loss Fast Track clients shared an article that inspired me like crazy. In today's episode, I'm sharing it with you and I hope that it not only challenges you, but I hope it leads you to put in place some actions that will change your life, your opportunities and your potential. https://primalpotential.com/445/ Resources Business Insider Article Ben Franklin's Virtue Chart 441: Do You Feel Stuck? How to leave a rating & review What Is Breaking Barriers How T...
444: Overcoming Excuses For Good
January 23, 2018 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24.6 MBThe most dangerous excuses are true. The reason they keep winning out over your goals & intentions might be because you realize they are true so you don’t fight against them. You equate “true” and “right”. Just because something is true doesn’t mean it’s the most true thing or the only true thing. We’ve got to stop making assumptions & choosing the most convenient truth. When it comes to making choices & pursuing our goals, we often don’t tell ourselves the whole truth. We don’t even c...
443: What You Need To Know About Beans
January 20, 2018 08:00 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBEarlier in the week I got an email asking, "Why aren't beans paleo?" It's a great question & one we're diving into in today's episode. We'll talk about macronutrients - are beans really a good source of protein? Do they have a lot of carbs? We'll talk about micronutrients - can your body actually absorb & utilize the iron & zinc you see listed on the nutrition label? We'll also talk about other components in beans and how they interact with our bodies at the cellular level. If you'...
442: Think Big, Go Small
January 18, 2018 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBOur lives are busy. We all have a lot going on. And, unfortunately, that often means we aren't achieving our most important goals. When we aren't intentional about the highest priorities in our lives, we can easily become victims of our circumstances, feeling that there isn't enough time or energy to do what we should be doing. That needs to change. That can change. Creating change doesn't require that your life be stress free and your days be wide open. It just requires that we not ...
441: Why You Are Stuck
January 16, 2018 08:00 - 31 minutes - 42.9 MBAt times, we all feel stuck. Or unhappy. Or both. In today's episode I'm talking about the danger of participating in our own problems instead of participating in the solutions. When we complain, blame, rehash the past, gossip, explain & justify, we are participating in the problem, not the solution. When we participate in the problem, our energy, attention, time & effort are going to proving that we are right and that our struggle is real instead of going towards getting it right, reg...
440: Clearing Up Conflicting Nutrition Advice
January 13, 2018 08:00 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MBI know how frustrating & confusing it can be to hear conflicting information about what you should eat and why. Lots of people feeling stuck & paralyzed by indecision because they don't know who or what to believe. In today's episode I want to help you clear through the confusion and find your best approach to health, fat loss, energy, longevity and your best, healthiest life. I've tackled this topic on a few other podcasts which are linked below under "Resources". I hope you enjoy t...
439: 4 New Ways To Win When Eating Out
January 11, 2018 08:00 - 17 minutes - 24 MBFor most people, eating out is a struggle when they're trying to lose weight. Maybe you feel like your options are limited or if you make a "healthy" choice, you're making a sacrifice and won't enjoy it. Sure, we all know that we could get a salad or a burger without the bun and if that's the extent of the options we think we have, of course we feel limited! There are so many other creative ways to enjoy eating out, love your food and feel great after you eat it! Today's episode is a...
438: Simplify
January 09, 2018 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MBWe are so used to overthinking, overconsuming, overanalyzing and coming up with long term strategic plans that we've forgotten how to simplify. I had a listener email me recently saying that she wants to stop dieting. She wants to get healthy. She doesn't want to over-restrict or count anything, she just wants to eat more real food and less processed foods. Then she said, "I have no idea where to start". That is evidence of how far we've strayed from simplicity. Where she starts is, ...
437: Needs Of The Body Or Needs Of The Mind?
January 06, 2018 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBOne of you lovely listeners emailed me the other day to request that I do more of my "Inside EB's inbox" episodes where I share my responses to some recent emails! That's what we're doing today! We're covering a ton of topics from breakfast meal ideas & recipes to what to do when you don't trust yourself and differentiating between needs of the mind (stress relief) and needs of the body (fuel). So much good stuff in today's episode! https://primalpotential.com/437/ Resources Breakf...
436: Transforming Your Mental Operating System
January 04, 2018 08:00 - 56 minutes - 78.3 MBLet's stop fighting against ourselves & relying on discipline and willpower to create change. I believe that one of the most simple things we can do to make change easier and dramatically accelerate our rate of progress is: ask better questions. Tim Ferriss says that if you want uncommon results, ask uncommonly clear questions. Tony Robbins says that the quality of your life depends on the quality of the questions you ask yourself. I'll add to that "and the honesty with which you answe...
435: EB Answers 'Tribe of Mentors' Questions
January 02, 2018 08:00 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBIn his new book, Tribe of Mentors, Tim Ferriss asks 11 questions of some of the brightest minds & top performers in the world. The book is a collection of their answers. In today's episode, though I certainly don't consider myself one of the brightest minds, I'm answering the 11 questions I'd love to hear your answers! The 11 questions are below - post in the comments with your answer to one or more of them! https://primalpotential.com/435/ Resources Join the Winter Fat Loss Fast T...
434: The One Resolution Everyone Should Make This Year
December 30, 2017 08:00 - 15 minutes - 20.8 MBThough I am not a fan of one-size-fits-all approaches to any goal, there is one resolution I believe everyone should make this year and I'm sharing it in today's episode. This episode is the last one to air in 2017 but it doesn't matter when you stumble across this gem - it has the power to dramatically accelerate your progress, reduce your excuses & change your life! https://primalpotential.com/434/ To register for the free New Year's workshops, click here! To join the Winter Fat Lo...
433: When To Choose "Better"
December 28, 2017 08:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBHave you ever fallen into the trap of "better"? You know, when your choices aren't your best but you keep justifying them because they are better than what you used to choose? You're still eating ice cream every night, you aren't making progress, but you feel justified because it's better than your past binges? I am all for the pursuit of better...until it becomes the trap of better. I'm all for the pursuit of "better" until it keeps you from identifying and acting upon your best. The ...
432: How Your Microbiome Can Help You Burn More Fat
December 26, 2017 08:00 - 38 minutes - 53.4 MBWe have more bacterial cells and bacterial genes in our bodies than we do human cells and human genes. Our microbiome influences every single aspect of our health. It has a tremendous influence over our metabolisms, hunger, appetite, fat storage and fat burning. If we aren't being intentional about optimizing our microbiome, chances are that it's not working in our favor, or, a best, not working for us as well as it could. In today's episode we're talking about tactics and strategies t...
431: Motivational Minisode
December 23, 2017 08:00 - 8 minutes - 12.2 MBThe first rule of holes is: stop digging. Today's episode is a motivational minisode to help you in those moments when you feel stuck or you find yourself making a series of choices you don't feel good about it. It could be a small moment, like mindlessly grabbing handfuls of Goldfish, or a chain of moments over a day, weekend or week. This episode will be a great tool to help you implement a simple re-direct and stop digging deeper into a hole you don't want to create. https://primalp...
430: Slowing Down To Speed Up
December 21, 2017 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36 MBI caught myself making a big mistake in my approach to creating an improvement in my life. While my mistake was in the gym, it's a mistake I see most people making in the way they approach losing weight or improving their food choices. This mistake, which I describe in detail in today's show, is choosing intensity before establishing stamina. While this can absolutely happen in the gym, it's just as common in our food choices. Choosing intensity over stamina means choosing the intense ap...
429: My Personal Mantra For Today & 2018
December 19, 2017 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33.7 MBI am feeling so happy & peaceful now that I've found my perfect mantra for today and into 2018. It's not just a mantra though, it's a new operating system that is going to absolutely help me with nutrition, fitness, business, finances and relationships. In today's episode I'm sharing with you this mantra, inspired by The Soul of Money, and how I plan to apply it across every area of my life, starting today. It's a short episode & you won't want to miss this one! It's going to be a game c...
428: How To Diagnose & Solve Your Execution Problems
December 16, 2017 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41.2 MBIn episode 427 we talked about how to break a big habit into a tiny one to acclerate your progress and build momentum quickly. Today, I'm showing you how to figure that out in real life. This episode is an actual coaching call with one of my clients. I take you through the process of how we identify what's not going well, why it's not going well and then establish micro changes to both mindset and behavior to create change. I think you're going to love this episode! Make sure to regist...
427: No Time Or Motivation?
December 14, 2017 08:00 - 24 minutes - 34.3 MBDo you avoid journaling because it takes too much time or effort? Or have you ever skipped a workout because you don't have the time? Have you opted for fast food because you don't have the energy to prepare a fat loss friendly meal? You don't want to miss today's episode! Today we are talking about finding a micro version that you can do when there's a macro strategy you won't do. Do not miss our New Year workshops! They're free! They're live! They're online! Click here to make...
426: Discipline Equals Freedom
December 12, 2017 08:00 - 24 minutes - 33.5 MBI read a lot. Multiple books each week. Within the Primal Potential Masters Club we have a monthly book club where we read, discuss and implement the strategies within many of my all time favorite books. Every once in a while I do a book club episode on the podcast and share ideas from a book I've recently enjoyed. Today we're talking about Discipline Equals Freedom Field Manual by Jocko Willink. Though I don't know him, I have an immeasurable amount of respect & admiration for him & his p...
425: Creating Balance With Food & Life
December 09, 2017 08:00 - 21 minutes - 29 MBDoes being disciplined mean missing out on connection? How do you balance making great food choices with enjoying life to the fullest and reaching your goals? That's one of the questions we're tackling on today's podcast episode. Today I'm taking you inside a clip of a bonus webinar within the Fat Loss Fast Track. I'm sharing with you two of the questions we discussed in the Fat Loss Fast Track including one about how to translate your goals from a long term objective to a daily focu...
424: Dietary Fat & Blood Lipids
December 07, 2017 08:00 - 30 minutes - 42.3 MBIs eating more fat going to increase your cholesterol? What if you started eating more fat and your cholesterol levels did go up? What does it mean? What does it not mean? How do we interpret cholesterol panels and what should we be paying attention to? What about triglycerides? Won't eating more fat increase triglycerides? If you've got these questions, I've got your answers! Join me for today's episode! http://primalpotential.com/424/ Resources How to leave a rating & review...
423: If This Was My Last Episode
December 05, 2017 08:00 - 18 minutes - 24.9 MBThe other day in my Daily Stoic Journal I answered the following question: If I lived today as if it were my last, what would I do? At first, I copped out. I wrote out all the things I'd do & then all the reasons why I couldn't do them. I mean, I have to work! I have responsibilities. Then, I caught myself and said: within the framework of my current reality, what can I do? Instead of focusing on what I would do but can't, what are the things I should do & can? One of those things ...
422: Inside EB's Inbox
December 02, 2017 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.8 MBEvery day I answer tons of listener emails. My responses and the conversations that happen in my inbox cover thousands of important topics from motivation to hormones & everything in between. The other night I was wishing you guys could see & hear those conversations so today I'm taking you inside my inbox! We're tackling questions about topics like: How to handle "backsliding" after seeing some progress How to stop a downward spiral What benefits you can expect from adding more fat...
421: Eliminating Your Story Barrier
November 30, 2017 08:00 - 18 minutes - 25.9 MBThis week I've had a bunch of one-on-one calls with folks who attended ASCEND, the Primal Potential weekend workshop in early November. Today, those calls had a powerful theme: The circumstances we use to justify our choices and our commitment & attachment to those stories. There are a couple aspects of a choice: the setup for the choice & the choice itself. When we desire change, we often focus on changing the choice itself - we want to eat less, move more, reduce sugar, etc. Howeve...
420: Hacking Mindless Eating
November 28, 2017 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBYou can have ambitious goals and pure intentions but if you're eating mindlessly, without paying attention, you're going to struggle to achieve them. How do we transition from randomly grabbing a handful of crackers or a piece of candy without thinking to intentionally fueling our body by conscious choice? If you can break the habit (and you can) of eating in front of the tv, while you're driving or from random bags & boxes, your physical progress will increase dramatically. Today we a...
419: *Personal* Year End Review
November 25, 2017 08:00 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBAt the risk of extreme vulnerability & personal sharing, I'm taking you through my 2017 year-end review process in the hopes that you'll be intentional about going through your own. I made the decision to share much more personal stuff than I normally do to show the necessity of both failure & success and how oftentimes, our most significant launch pad is established by what, if not investigated, appears to be a failure. http://primalpotential.com/419/ Resources How to leave a ratin...