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EPISODE · Mar 23, 2026 · 52 MIN

Eric Edmeades | The Conflict Between the Modern World and Our Ancient Wiring

from Radical Responsibility Podcast · host Fleet Maull

What if the mismatch between our biology and the modern world is keeping us from reaching our full human potential?In this conversation, I sit with Eric Edmeades, creator of the WildFit program, to explore a radically different way of relating to food, health, and performance. Instead of dieting through restriction and self-judgment, Eric invites us into a more compassionate, biologically informed approach, one that honors how we actually evolved to live, eat, and thrive.We talk about why so many well-intentioned health efforts fail, and how small, incremental changes can create profound and lasting transformation. Eric shares how rebuilding self-esteem is just as important as changing what’s on your plate, and how understanding our ancient instincts can free us from shame, cravings, and self-blame.This episode goes beyond nutrition. We explore the disconnect between evolutionary biology and modern civilization, how limiting beliefs shape our performance and success, and what it really takes to come back into alignment with our bodies, our minds, and our lives. At its heart, this is an invitation to stop fighting yourself, and start working with the wisdom that’s already built in.We Also Discuss: ● The biological aspect of food struggles● Self-esteem as foundational to lasting health● Cravings and biology and why the latter is important● The conflict between modern life and ancient wiring● The basic biological needs that restore well-being● Limiting beliefs quietly sabotaging performanceKey Timestamps:[0:00:00] Welcome to The Radical Responsibility Podcast [0:01:11] The WILDFIT Program’s core principles[0:07:23] Aligning one’s self with basic biology for success[0:09:41] Basic biological needs that support optimal performance[0:17:17] How to start addressing limit beliefs[0:27:42] Transforming the “I’m not good enough” belief[0:30:07] Impostor syndrome and what you need to know[0:35:13] Mindset shifts that we need to start making[0:44:49] Evolutionary mismatch and well-being.Become a Heart Mind Community Member and access ALL our past and future summits plus a thriving private community:https://www.heartmind.co/podcastofferDownload your free Neuro-Somatic Mindfulness E-Book by Dr. Fleet Maull:https://www.heartmind.co/nsm-podcastOrder “Radical Responsibility” by Fleet Maull and get $1,088 in free bonuses today:https://www.radicalresponsibilitybook.com/Connect with Eric Edmeades: Website: https://ericedmeades.com/books/the-evolution-gap/Discover areas you need to focus on to live a healthier, fitter, and happier life - https://assessments.ericedmeades.com/gapfinderInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericedmeades/Join our Facebook group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/hmisummitcommunityFollow us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/heartmindinstituteFollow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/heartmindinstituteProduced by Evolved Podcasting – https://www.evolvedpodcasting.com

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