50: How To Build Resilience: Functional Medicine, Intuition, + Finding Purpose | Alex Manos

In this episode, I’m thrilled to reconnect with a dear friend, Alex Manos, (even though we’ve never hung out in person!) who is a brilliant and insightful voice in the world of functional medicine. We cover a range of topics, from taking a holistic approach to health to exploring how we can better track physiology versus root causes. We discuss building resilience — both physically and spiritually — and how practitioners can guide clients toward lasting transformation. We also explore the changing landscape of functional medicine and the resurgence of psychedelics in the context of collective awakening. Whether you’re a practitioner or simply passionate about holistic health, this conversation is packed with wisdom and practical insights you won’t want to miss! Topics Discussed: 00:00:00 - Introduction   00:02:21 - Getting Back to a Holistic Approach   00:06:13 - Beyond "What’s Wrong"   00:10:03 - Getting to the Root Cause   00:14:48 - Mentoring Practitioners & Building Resilience   00:23:15 - Tracking Physiology vs. Root Causes   00:32:02 - Functional Testing   00:34:06 - Precision Nutrition Certification & Changes in the Industry   00:36:17 - Lab Testing & Practitioner-Client Relationship   00:37:50 - How to Build Resilience   00:43:24 - Physical Resilience   00:47:24 - Spiritual Resilience   00:55:14 - Navigating the Adversities of Life   00:59:51 - Returning to the Basics & Breaking Down Belief Systems   01:09:14 - Balancing Validation and Stretching Your Clients   01:11:30 - Our Collective Spiritual Crisis   01:19:08 - Living in a Post-COVID World   01:22:10 - New Societal Model   01:25:16 - Psychedelic Resurgence & Collective Awakening   01:34:04 - Bad Trips & Facing Your Inner Truth   Further Listening: 15: The Ego, Energy Medicine, & Your Psyche | Alexander Manos  43: Coaching Psychology, Ethical Business Practices + Functional Medicine | Sam Miller 42: Thoughts Become Proteins | Solo 45: Intergenerational Trauma, PTSD, Chronic Illness, + Psychedelics | Rome of Mycology Psychology  Sponsored By: Researched Nutritionals Get your protocol today  Metabolic Solutions Research & Education Foundation (T-Shirt Fundraiser) Get Your Shirt Today Order your Neuroceuticals today! https://metabolic-solutions.myshopify.com/collections/supplements Check Out Alex:  Podcast Instagram More Alex Check Out Brendan: Brendan’s Instagram: @the_holistic_savage Brendan Online - - - Send in a voice message: http://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/holisticsavagepodcast/message