Leadership, Life, Health and Happiness

What happens to the human brain when AI starts thinking for us first?In this episode, I talk with team architect and executive coach Daria Rudnik to explore how AI is changing not only the workplace — but the way we think, communicate, collaborate, and connect as human beings.This conversation went far beyond tools and productivity.We talked about what happens when AI begins thinking for us first, how that changes brain engagement, and why critical thinking, discernment, and human connection may become even more important in the years ahead.Daria shared real-world examples from organizations navigating AI transformation, including how teams can slowly lose connection with clients, conversations, and even their own thinking when too much cognitive work gets handed over to AI systems.We also discuss:• how AI affects the brain and attention• why the “cadence” of AI use matters• AI hallucinations and the risks of over-reliance• critical thinking in the age of AI• workplace culture and AI integration• leadership, communication, and decision-making• how AI may be shaping human language and expression• why empathy, relationships, and human experience still matter deeplyOne of my favorite parts of this conversation was exploring how we stay human in a rapidly changing technological world — not by rejecting AI, but by learning how to work with it consciously.If you’ve been thinking about the future of work, leadership, cognition, creativity, or human connection in the age of AI, I think you’ll really enjoy this discussion.Connect with Daria RudnikTeam Architect | Executive Coach | Co-Author of The AI RevolutionWeb: https://www.dariarudnik.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariarudnik/Connect with me, Luci Gabel:Speaker | Leadership Advisor | Author of Eat to LeadWebsite: ⁠https://www.LuciGabel.com⁠LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucigabel/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/lucigabel

What happens when you step into a bigger role—and realize what got you there isn’t enough anymore?In this episode, I speak with executive leadership and influence coach Bianca Riemer to explore the shift many people experience when they move into a mid to high-level or executive leadership role. It becomes about influence, communication, and how you show up under pressure.Here’s a glimpse of what Bianca shared:• Why stepping into leadership often brings unexpected pressure, visibility, and self-doubt• The question many people quietly ask: “Am I actually cut out for this?”• Why leadership is less about authority—and more about understanding what people care about• A simple way to listen for what matters to someone and use it to communicate more effectively• How to regulate your nervous system in high-pressure moments using your breathWe also talk about the internal side of growth—the identity shift that happens as your role expands, and how to navigate it without losing yourself in the process.When your life carries more responsibility, the condition of your biology starts to matter more—not less.Connect with Bianca:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/biancariemerWebsite: https://biancariemer.comKeep in touch:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LuciGabelLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/LuciGabel

Burnout isn’t just about workload—it’s about your nervous system.In this episode, we explore why high performers burn out and how to begin to fix it.I'm speaking with Garrett Wood about the deeper and often misunderstood drivers of burnout.Many high performers are taught to push through exhaustion, ignore stress, and measure success by output alone. But over time, that approach can come at a cost—not just to your health, but to your relationships, your decision-making, and your long-term performance.Garrett shares his personal story of working in high-pressure environments, witnessing the hidden struggles of top performers, and experiencing a pivotal moment that reshaped how he understands success.Together, we explore:Why burnout isn’t just about workload or time managementHow your internal state shapes your leadership and your teamThe signs of burnout you may be overlookingWhy even “healthy habits” can sometimes add more stressA different way to think about success— built through well-being, not at its expenseGarrett also shares elements of his A3 framework, designed to help you understand your capacity, regulate your internal state, and make more effective decisions based on where you are.If you're feeling like what used to work to keep your stress down no longer does—or that pushing harder isn’t giving you the same results—this conversation offers a new way to look at it.Because sustainable success isn’t about doing more.It’s about working with your biology, not against it.Connect with Garrett Wood:Website: https://www.gnosistherapy.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gnosistherapy/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gnosistherapy/Connect with me, Luci Gabel:Website: https://www.LuciGabel.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lucigabel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucigabel

Lately I’ve been hearing the same thing from a lot of people:“I feel more tired than usual… and I don’t know why.”Their routines haven’t changed.Their responsibilities are the same.But their patience feels shorter, their thinking feels foggier, and their energy feels lower.In this episode, I talk about what can happen inside your brain when the environment around you becomes uncertain or chaotic.I explain why your brain may be working harder than you realize — even if you’re doing your best to compartmentalize stress and keep moving forward.We’ll also explore:• the difference between fear and worry• the Buddhist concept of the second arrow and how it drains additional mental energy• why calm thinkers often become the most valuable people in the room during chaotic times• simple ways to stabilize your energy, thinking, and nervous systemIf you’ve been feeling a little more exhausted, foggy, or impatient lately… there may be a reason for it.And understanding what’s happening in your brain can help you protect the biology that supports clear thinking, steady energy, and wise decisions.Leadership, Life, Health & Happiness is a podcast about leadership, health, and staying steady in a demanding world.Learn more:https://lucigabel.comPodcast Membership:https://lucigabel.com/podcast-membershipConnect with Luci:Instagram: @lucigabelFacebook: Luci GabelTikTok: @LuciGabelLinkedIn: Luci GabelYouTube:LuciGabel

What Actually Drives Results in Leadership? It’s Not What You May ThinkIn this episode, I interview Kevin Wayne Johnson — leadership coach, speaker, and author of the award-winning book series Leadership With a Servant’s Heart. We discuss why trust, communication, and relationship-building are foundational to effective leadership.Drawing from decades of experience across federal government, corporate, nonprofit, and military-adjacent environments, Kevin shares how leadership is not just about authority or execution — it’s about relationships and people.In this conversation, you’ll hear:• Why relationships drive performance and long-term loyalty• How empathy strengthens leadership influence• A simple framework Kevin uses to build connection when joining a new team• Why leaders must take responsibility for initiating trust• How personal experience shapes professional leadership styleLeadership doesn’t begin with authority — it begins with connection. This episode explores how building trust early changes everything that follows.Find Kevin at https://www.Johnsonleadershipgroup.comKevin@theJohnsonleadershipgroup.comBook: Leadership with a Servant's Heart

If you’re feeling the weight of more responsibility—at work, in business, or elsewhere in life right now—this episode offers a grounded way to think about performance and forward movement through a nervous system lens, without burning yourself out.In this episode of Leadership, Life, Health & Happiness, I’m talking with Lizette Warner, PhD—neuroscience-based executive coach, former healthcare Chief Science Officer, and author of Power, Poise, and Presence—to explore the often-overlooked role the nervous system plays in sustainable performance, from leadership presence to advancement and promotion.In our conversation, we talk about the fact that leadership advancement is influenced by far more than skills, credentials, or effort. Lizette shares how her own experience with burnout and organizational upheaval reshaped her understanding of performance—and how nervous system regulation became central to how she works with executives today.Some of the important points she brings up include:Executive presence is closely tied to how safe and regulated the nervous system feelsChronic stress limits access to executive function, decision-making, and clear communicationMany high performers stay stuck in “stretch and grow” mode without integrating recoveryRecalling and reinforcing past wins can become a usable internal resource under pressureEnding the day depleted is not a requirement for high achievement—and often a signal something is offWe also talk about Lizette’s practical “recipe card” approach, where leaders identify what power, poise, and presence feel like in their own bodies—and how learning to access those states intentionally changes how they show up in high-stakes situations.This episode is especially relevant if you're in a place of increasing responsibility and you want to grow, advance, and be seen as ready for the next level—without sacrificing your health or energy in the process.You can find more about Lizette here:Trustandleadership.comLinkedIn.com/LizetteWarnerInstagram.com/LizetteWarner

When life feels complex, forcing change often backfires. The start of the year often feels layered—a mix of momentum, fatigue, and optimism—and it’s not something we necessarily need to fix .What I’m seeing right now in people carrying more responsibility is a desire to change how they focus, and what they focus on, as they move toward self-improvement and change this new year.What can be forgotten is that meaningful change takes time. Rushing can undermine quality and integrity. Working with your natural rhythm—rather than forcing progress—leads to more sustainable energy, clearer thinking, and better outcomes.This episode is an invitation to stay grounded as you make changes around work, health, or how you structure your days. You don’t need a complete overhaul. You already know where you want to go and likely have been working on it. What matters now is choosing the next step—and finding a rhythm for it that suits your life.I'll share a few examples of how that works in practice. I also share a personal story about struggling with sleep, learning about biological rhythms, and what changed when I stopped working against my body's natural rhythm.This episode marks the beginning of a new season of the podcast—same work, with more clarity, focus, and intention. Here we are on Season 2!Links:Sheridan Ruth: Episode 234 Breakdown over Meatballs and What to do When the Tools Stop Working https://player.captivate.fm/episode/73eaa237-b339-49f7-9ce9-5abd31b64a72/Luci Gabel's Community: https://www.lucigabel.com/podcast-membership

As the holidays approach, I hear the same question again and again:How do I hold it all together when everything feels like a priority?In this episode, I share gentle, practical encouragement for navigating holiday stress, overwhelm, and busy seasons — without trying to do more or chase perfection.I talk about:how to reduce overwhelm and preserve mental energyprioritization — especially during high-stress seasonswhy self-care isn’t selfish, especially for leaders, caregivers, and high performersI also share a personal story from recent travel and family time, and how the practices I teach helped me stay grounded, present, and resilient — even when schedules were full, routines were disrupted, and my energy wasn’t perfect.If you’re feeling stressed, scattered, overwhelmed, or burned out during the holidays, this episode is a reminder that you don’t have to do everything to be effective or well.Grace, clarity, and forward motion still count — especially in full, demanding seasons like this.Episodes to support what you need right now:If joy feels buried under pressure → More Joy, Less Pressure [Episode 32]If you need a mental reset → A Quick Path to Stress Relief [Episode 33]If stress is running the show → Effects of Stress and How to Deal With It [Episode 21]If your mind is stretched or scattered → Improving Your Mental Performance in a Snap [Episode 34]If family time makes you feel like an outlier → Getting Comfortable with Being Different [Episode 28]If holiday conversations turn political → Seize This Superpower [Episode 31]If you want conversations to be calmer and more effective → The Neuroscience of Motivation [Episodes 36, 37, 38]If you’re carrying too much and need support → Master the Art of Asking [Episode 43]If healthy habits feel harder than usual → Keep Your Mental Energy High During the Holidays [Episode 15]If this episode resonates, follow the show for more conversations on leadership, health, and sustained performance.Keywordsholiday stress, overwhelm, burnout, prioritization, mental energy, leadership, self-care, healthy habits, stress management, high performers

I’m taking you with me outdoors — footsteps, breath, birds, hills and all — to talk about something deeply personal and incredibly important:Your current mental patterns are not your only option.You can train your brain to think differently. You can become who you want to be.After a decade of intense stress living between Washington DC, Silicon Valley, and Los Angeles…after waking up for years in anxiety, dread, and worry…I realized something imperative:My circumstances had improved — but my brain hadn’t caught up yet.In this walking episode, I share:The psychological concept of mirroring and how the people around you shape your habitsThe moment I realized I needed to retrain my brainWhat 11 years of financial and emotional strain taught meHow I broke the pattern of starting my day in a despair-filled stateThe simple tools that shifted my baseline mindsetWhy brain training matters for leaders, parents, creators — anyone seeking more joy and resilienceWhy the holidays (the busiest time of year) are actually the perfect training groundIf you're waking up in stress, anxiety, or autopilot…if you’ve ever felt like “this is just how I am”…this episode will show you something different.Because you can change.You can become who you want to be.And it can start with one small step — literally.If you’d like to go deeper into this work — with extended conversations, behind-the-scenes mindset training, and a community of people walking the same path — check out the Exclusives Membership here.

Why do smart, talented people self-sabotage—especially when they want success?In this powerful conversation, psychologist and veteran Manhattan talent agent Dr. Albert Bramante breaks down the real reason so many high achievers struggle with fear of success, self-doubt, internal identity conflicts, and the subconscious habits that hold them back.Albert has spent more than 20 years helping performers book major roles, while also earning a PhD in psychology and certifications in NLP. His unique blend of frontline industry experience and deep psychological expertise gives him rare insight into what truly drives (or derails) confidence and high performance.Inside this episode, we explore:Why smart people self-sabotage without realizing itThe hidden fear of success and why it shows up in high performersHow identity, self-talk, and subconscious “scripts” shape your resultsThe psychology behind imposter syndromeHow childhood messaging forms your money mindsetWhy your brain resists change—even when the change is goodHow to reframe nervousness as excitementWhat it takes to build genuine, internal confidenceWhy your environment and peer group matter more than motivationPractical tools to break long-standing patterns and take actionAlbert also shares insights from his book Rise Above the Script, based on his doctoral research in self-defeating behavior. Whether you lead, perform, create, or simply want to understand your own patterns, this episode will give you a clearer lens on your psychology—and a path to breaking through.🎧 Listen to the full episode to dive deeper.Find Albert and his hypnosis recordings here: www.albertbramante.com Find Albert on Instagram: @dralbramanteAlbert's Book Rise Above the Script: https://a.co/d/i9uslKGLeadership, Life, Health and Happiness Membership is open now! For a limited time, there's a special offer for founding members. See more at: https://www.lucigabel.com/podcast-membershipTakeawaysSelf-sabotage often manifests as being your own worst enemy.The language we use to ourselves can significantly impact our mindset.Transcending negative self-talk is crucial for personal growth.Identity plays a key role in how we perceive ourselves and our capabilities.Compassion towards oneself is essential in overcoming self-doubt.Fear of success can stem from changes in identity and relationships.Uncovering the roots of self-criticism is vital for healing.Being comfortable with discomfort is necessary for growth.Taking action and setting specific goals can lead to success.Surrounding yourself with successful individuals can enhance your own success.Sound bites"Self-belief plays a huge role in success.""The language we use to ourselves matters.""You must take action today, not someday."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Albert Bramante01:46 Understanding Self-Sabotage08:19 New Membership09:07 Rise Above the Script—Albert's Book10:41 The Role of Identity and Self Perception15:17 Understanding the Fear of Success22:03 Uncovering Self-Sabotage and Taking ActionKeywordsself-sabotage, growth mindset, performance, language, self-talk, identity, fear of success, self-criticism, personal development, coaching

Bill Bishop helps leaders and entrepreneurs break free from outdated business models with New Factory Thinking—a powerful framework for leadership, innovation and growth in today’s fast-changing world.In this episode, Bill shares several of his “brain-changer” techniques that help you:✅ Overcome status-quo bias and think creatively✅ Develop an innovative, entrepreneurial mindset✅ Discover your own pathway to success and fulfillmentYou’ll hear fascinating stories about how “small thinking” led to big-industry failures (like Kodak), how the “hot-dog trap” blocks personal and business growth, and how to shift your mindset to unlock your big ideas.💡 You’ll leave inspired and equipped with practical tools to transform the way you think—so you can create more profit, more joy, and more freedom in your leadership and life.Key Takeaways• New Factory Thinking helps leaders envision a better future.• Overcoming status quo bias is essential for innovation.• Mindset shifts can drive creativity and new business growth.• Real-life success stories reveal how transformation starts with one new idea.If you’re ready to challenge conventional wisdom and elevate your leadership, this conversation will show you how to innovate, adapt, and thrive—without burning out.Schedule a free 60-minute BIG Idea Conversation with Bill Bishop using this link:https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=15047359&appointmentType=5452143Chapters00:00 Introduction to New Factory Thinking07:53 Transitioning from Old Factory to New Factory14:51 Overcoming Status Quo Bias19:57 The Power of Simple Brain Changers25:08 Leveraging Technology for Business Innovation30:09 Real-Life Success Stories and Lessons LearnedKeywordsleadership, new thinking, business transformation,creativity, innovation, marketing strategies, overcoming bias, success stories,personal development, entrepreneurial mindset

Rewire your brain for success.Your subconscious beliefs quietly steer your confidence, performance, and health. In this episode of Leadership, Life, Health & Happiness, I sit down with Ravinder Taylor — mind-science researcher, psychotherapist, and author of Mind Training — to explore the science behind positive thinking, self-talk, and how to train your mind for greater happiness and success.You’ll discover:🔹 How self-talk and subconscious patterns shape your thoughts, emotions, and results🔹 Why optimism and positive thinking can literally boost your health🔹 How words, beliefs, and micro-cues influence leadership and relationships🔹 The surprising mind-body link between facial expression and mood🔹 Simple daily rituals to rewire your brain for clarity, calm, and confidenceThis inspiring conversation bridges psychology, mind training, and leadership strategy — giving you practical tools to think better, lead better, and live better.💡 If you’ve ever wondered how to overcome self-doubt, reprogram limiting beliefs, or turn positivity into a performance advantage — this episode is for you.Connect with Ravinder Taylor: Get more information on Mind Training, the book, as well as other helpful products at https://ravindertaylor.com#MindsetMatters #RewireYourBrain #LeadershipPodcastKeywords: mindset training, positive thinking, self-talk, subconscious mind, leadership development, personal growth, high performance, emotional intelligence

Lately, I've been burning the candle at both ends—a practice I usually avoid for a healthy brain and body. Yet, sometimes pushing ourselves to that edge is necessary for growth. During one of my intense work periods, I started feeling quite uncomfortable, and I couldn’t figure out why. Until I realized it was fear. This brought me to explore how fear so often accompanies growth. In this episode I share some insights on navigating fear. I give two key ideas to keep in mind when you’re having that fear, and four questions, that’ll help you move forward when fear threatens to stall your progress.The most important thing about work sprints, is that you need to make sure you have planned rest, to maintain optimal health and brain power. If you’ve been sprinting too long, I’ve got something in the works that could help. Listen for more!Link up with me on email here to know when the micro program is out: https://www.lucigabel.com#GrowthMindset #OvercomingFear #PersonalDevelopmentKeywordsgrowth mindset, leadership, risk management, work-lifebalance, personal development, coaching, speaking, overcoming fear, sustainable energy, self-improvement

Have you heard about red light therapy? Have you wondered if it works? If so, how does it work? On this episode, I have the perfect person to answer thesequestions about red light therapy and what we know about how it works today. Dr. Carl Rothschild is a pioneer researcher in infrared light therapeutic technology, a leading authority in the field with over 20 years in research and innovation. His pioneering work led to the development of numerous LED products for various companies, ultimately developing his own advanced LED, infrared light bed, and pad systems at Trifecta Light Technologies. He's been recognized as one of the world's foremost thought leaders in this science.In this conversation, Dr. Rothschild discusses the transformative potential of infrared light therapy. He shares his journey into the field, the science behind how infrared and red light therapy works, and the significant health benefits it offers. Dr. Rothschild emphasizes the importance of mitochondrial health, fat loss mechanisms, and the overall enhancement of quality of life through non-invasive treatments. He also provides insights into choosing the right equipment for effective therapy and shares real-life success stories of patients who have experienced remarkable improvements in their health.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Dr. Carl Rothschild and Trifecta LightTechnologies02:22 The Journey into Red Light Therapy09:59 The Science Behind Red Light Therapy16:29 Understanding Mitochondria and Energy Production19:36 Mechanisms of Fat Loss and Overall Health25:39 Quality of Life and Preventative Health28:10 Choosing the Right Red Light TherapyEquipmentDr Rothschild’s Links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/trifectalightofficial⁠Trifecta Light Locations:    ⁠https://trifectalight.com/contact/⁠Illuminated Healing Book:  ⁠https://www.amazon.com/Illuminated-Healing-Unraveling-Mysteries-Therapy/dp/B0C9GG2ZYV⁠

Are you comfortable with asking for what you need? For what you want? Or even, for what you most desire in life?There will inevitably be times when you need to ask for something. And without practice, or a framework for doing it well, asking people for things can be messy, ineffective, or downright regrettable.In my personal experience, most people struggle to ask for what they need, want, or deeply desire.If you're someone who typically doesn't ask for anything, it's most likely because you don't want to make waves, don't want to inconvenience people, or you don't want to come across as weak.But when you don't ask for what you need or want or desire, opportunities get left on the table, relationships go undernourished, and you miss on some of the greatest experiences of life.The opposite side of the spectrum from not asking, is being pushy, bullying, making demands, requirements, or giving ultimatums. It's a way of compensating for not knowing how to ask effectively.Asking for what you need and want is a skill. Like any skill of effective communication, it can be learned.In this episode we're exploring how to ask confidently, clearly, and in a way that’s relationship-building instead of straining. We dive into how to ask so you get what you need and want, whether it's help with a project, or your deepest personal desires.You'll be showing up in a way that's true to yourself, and as the person you aspire to be, not someone who's fumbling, or failing, or coming across as weak. And also not someone who's demanding, controlling or bullying.To help you succeed, I share my three-step framework to asking confidently and effectively for anything, both in your personal and professional life. I give some examples too, as a real-world idea of what it can sound like when done well.Tune in and learn how to step past the discomfort of not knowing how to ask for things, and step into another level of personal growth, leadership, and living your greatest life.For a deeper dive, see these episodes:The Neuroscience of Motivation: Episodes 36, 37, 38 How do You Influence People to Follow? Episode 26Communication Myths and Misinformation: Episode 24Healthy Conflict Culture: Episode 10Difficult Conversations: Episode 5

In today's competitive job market, standing out is more crucial than ever. Join us as we explore effective career strategies and leadership development with HR expert Kyle Smith. He shares insights on navigating the complexities of job applications and interviews, and how to leverage your unique strengths for career advancement. You'll discover how to craft compelling narratives about yourself and utilize networking to your advantage in securing new job opportunities and building professional relationships. Whether you're a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, this episode offers valuable tips for professional development that'll help you advance your career and secure your next opportunity.Key Topics:Overcoming self-doubt and building confidence Navigating AI-driven applicant tracking systems The importance of storytelling in interviews The role of networking in the digital age Strategies for reframing rejection and maintaining resilienceConnect with Kyle: www.hrkyle.com | [email protected] | 330-541-5533https://www.linkedin.com/in/thehrkyle/To try Dry Brew go to DryBrew.com and use code Luci20

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of a school-related trauma and threat of violence.After a traumatic school incident, mindset coach Kate McCauley realized the system she loved could no longer hold the kind of transformation she knew was possible.In this episode, I sit down with Kate—speaker and founder of The Champion Within—to talk about leaving a beloved role, building from the ground up, and creating lasting change in young people, one “village” at a time.Kate is doing incredible work to uplift the teens and youth of America—not with quick fixes or surface-level motivation, but with practical tools, deep care, and a commitment to helping kids discover their own greatness.We talk about:✅ A traumatic school event that started a six-year internal shift✅ The difference between competition and shared success in women✅ Fun examples of how she helps high school athletes find their inner greatness✅ Why failure is messy—but still a giftWhether you’re facing a leap of faith or leading others through change, this episode is a fun conversation to listen in on—and a powerful reminder that real leadership starts from within.✨ This episode's especially great for women leaders, coaches, and parents of teenage girls.🎧 Listen + Subscribe for more on leadership, wellness, and building purpose-driven success.You can find Kate Here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kate-mccauley-danu/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.champion_withinSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4hid8F2L0Y3zDz1UZFNzQC?si=7fb90919ff254ad0YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KateMccauley-thechampionwithin

Do you want to learn how to time your coffee for peak focus, better sleep, and long-lasting energy?In this episode, I’m sharing how to do it smarter.As someone who's taught nutrition at GWU’s School of Medicine and written the book Eat to Lead, I get asked a lot about coffee. Questions like:– Should I switch to tea for antioxidants?– How much is too much?– Is coffee actually making me feel happier?I’ll answer all of those questions and more—including how coffee works with your brain chemistry, genetics, and natural energy rhythms. We’ll talk about something I call strategic coffee drinking—a way to use coffee intentionally so you stay sharp, energetic, and clear-minded all day, without overdoing it, causing the jitters or wrecking your sleep.At the end, for the nutri-curious, I’ll also share a short physiology lesson on how caffeine keeps you awake, sharpens your mind, and even influences your mood.☕ This episode is sponsored by Dry Brew Coffee—my favorite travel-friendly caffeine hack. You’ll hear more about it in the episode, and you can get 20% off your first order at ⁠http://www.drybrew.com/discount/lucigabel20or simply go to DryBrew.com and use code lucigabel20.Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or just someone who loves their daily brew, this episode will help you upgrade your coffee routine into a real performance tool.☕ Ready to level up your latte? Let’s go.After you listen, let me know if you have a favorite coffee trick—I'd love to hear from you!Topics covered in this episode:coffee, caffeine, strategic coffee drinking, focus, sleep, energy, mood, caffeine and brain chemistry, coffee and performance, caffeine timing, leadership energy, Luci Gabel, Eat to LeadSources:National Coffee Association USA. “More Americans Drink Coffee Each Day Than Any Other Beverage.” NCAUSA.orgDrive Research. “Coffee Survey: 3 in 4 Americans Drink Coffee Every Day.” ⁠driveresearch.com⁠Liang, N. & Kitts, D.D. (2014). “Antioxidant Property of Coffee Components: Assessment of Methods That Define Mechanisms of Action.” Molecules, 19(11), 19180–19208. PubMed CentralExamine. “Caffeine — Research Breakdown.” examine.comExamine. “Do Different Genotypes Influence the Effect of Caffeine?” examine.comEvans, J., Richards, J.R., & Battisti, A.S. (2024). “Caffeine.” In StatPearls [Internet]. StatPearls Publishing. NCBI BookshelfInstitute of Medicine (US) Committee on Military Nutrition Research. (2001). Caffeine for the sustainment of mental task performance: Formulations for military operations (Chapter 2, Pharmacology of Caffeine). Washington, DC: National Academies Press. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK223808/Wierzejska, R. E., & Gielecińska, I. (2024). Evaluation of the caffeine content in servings of popular coffees in terms of its safe intake—Can we drink 3–5 cups of coffee per day, as experts advise? Nutrients, 16(15), 2385. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16152385EFSA NDA Panel (EFSA Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies). (2014). Scientific opinion on the substantiation of a health claim related to caffeine and increased alertness pursuant to Article 13(5) of Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. EFSA Journal, 12(2), 3574. https://doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2014.3574 U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central. Retrieved June 2025, from https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/food-search?component=1057Freedman, N. D., Park, Y., Abnet, C. C., Hollenbeck, A. R., & Sinha, R. (2012). Association of coffee drinking with total and cause-specific mortality. New England Journal of Medicine, 366(20), 1891–1904. https://doi.org/10.1056/NEJMoa1112010

We’re in a season of deep transition.Companies are tightening up. Teams are being restructured. People—at every level—are trying to find their footing amid shifting roles, uncertain futures, and tough calls.This episode of Leadership, Life, Health & Happiness speaks directly to those moments.I’m joined by Enrique Acosta Gonzalez—CEO of Triad Leadership Solutions, award-winning author, and podcast host—for a conversation about how to lead yourself and others through change with strength, compassion, and a steady sense of self.We explore:✅ How he broke the chain of creating “battered employees”✅ The illuminating “dinner table” question that can guide you to being your best with others✅ How to let people go with empathy, dignity, and care✅ The mindset shift that transforms how you master transitionWhether you’re leading a team, a company, or your own next chapter—this conversation offers grounded insights to help you stay clear, connected, and human in the midst of it all.🎧 Tune in now and discover what it really means to show up when it matters most—and share this with a leader who needs it.Links:https://www.linkedin.com/in/enriqueacostagonzalezYouTubeApple Podcasts#Leadership #LeadershipPodcast #CareerDevelopment

In times filled with political and personal uncertainty, understanding subconscious motivations is vital not only for effective leadership but also for personal growth. This episode reveals how instinctive brain responses shape our interactions both at work and at home. Understanding these neuroscience concepts will empower you to navigate all kinds of challenges with greater insight and effectiveness. Tune in to leverage these insights and create environments that enhance motivation, improve collaboration, boost productivity, and enrich personal relationships.References: Dissociable Medial Prefrontal Contributions to Judgments of Similar and Dissimilar Others Mitchell, Jason P. et al. Neuron, Volume 50, Issue 4, 655 - 663Chamine, S. (2012). Positive intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential and how You Can Achieve Yours. Greenleaf Book Group.Rock, David. SCARF: a brain-based model for collaborating with and influencing others. (2008). In Neuroleadership Journal. Neuroleadership Institute.Tabibnia, G, and Lieberman, M.D. (2007), Fairness and Cooperation Are Rewarding. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1118: 90-101. https://doi.org/10.1196/annals.1412.001    The lethality of loneliness: John Cacioppo at TEDxDesMoines. https://youtu.be/_0hxl03JoA0?si=nDAm5DdoOJgrgNuWZak PJ, Kurzban R, Matzner WT. Oxytocin is associated with human trustworthiness. Horm Behav. 2005 Dec;48(5):522-7. doi: 10.1016/j.yhbeh.2005.07.009. Epub 2005 Aug 18. PMID: 16109416.Hashtags:#motivation #leadership #mindsetmotivation #relationships #success #brain #neuroscience

Ever find yourself awake at night, plagued by restless thoughts, even when everything seems fine? You're not alone. Especially today. In my latest episode, I dive into the neuroscience behind our need for certainty, and how it impacts our motivation and mental well-being. Discover how uncertainty triggers our 'fight, flight, freeze' response, and learn practical tips to create a sense of certainty in your life and leadership. Tune in to understand the ancient mechanisms driving our brains and maximize your potential both personally, and in a leadership role.If you'd like a transcript of this or the last episode so you can have it for reference, let me know at https://www.Lucigabel.com/contactSign up to get my emails about these broadcasts and other insights at https://www.lucigabel.com/leadershipRelated Episodes:A quick Path to Stress Relief | Episode 33 (has two meditations for you) Stress Effects and How to Deal with It | Episode 21Healthy Conflict Culture? | Episode 10References:Chamine, S. (2012). Positive intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential and how You Can Achieve Yours. Greenleaf Book Group.Rock, David. SCARF: a brain-based model for collaborating with and influencing others. (2008). In Neuroleadership Journal. Neuroleadership Institute.#motivation #leadership #mindsetmotivation #relationships #success #brain #neuroscience

There are several primal, neurological systems in the brain that determine whether someone is going to be attracted to what you have to say, or put off by it, and it takes 1/5 of a second for that decision to be made. If you ever want to influence someone, motivate someone, or help someone, heck, if you just want to have a good relationship with someone, it’s really good to know this information.In this episode you'll hear how you can have better conversations, and have conversations go the way you intend them to go (instead of having them go sideways or off the rails by accident). You’ll be better positioned to leave someone with the impression you intended, understanding clearly what you said, and why you said it. And, you'll be able to create an environment where people want to listen, want to collaborate, and want to do great things with you. Even better—people will like you. Listen in for more!Would you like a transcript of this episode so you can review it later? Let me know here and I'll send you one: https://www.LuciGabel.com/contactSign up to get my emails about these broadcasts and other insights at ⁠https://www.lucigabel.com/leadershipRelated Episodes:Stress Effects and How to Deal with It | Episode 21Healthy Conflict Culture? | Episode 10References:Izuma K, Saito DN, Sadato N. Processing of social and monetary rewards in the human striatum. Neuron. 2008 Apr 24;58(2):284-94. doi: 10.1016/j.neuron.2008.03.020. PMID: 18439412.Chamine, S. (2012). Positive intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential and how You Can Achieve Yours. Greenleaf Book Group.Rock, David. SCARF: a brain-based model for collaborating with and influencing others. (2008). In Neuroleadership Journal. Neuroleadership Institute.Harvard Business Review, The Ideal Praise to Criticism Ratio, Zenger Folkman. March 15,2013. https://hbr.org/2013/03/the-ideal-praise-to-criticism#motivation #leadership #mindsetmotivation #relationships #success

Gary Chupik is internationally recognized as one of the top mental performance coaches in the world, who has worked with the likes of Seattle Seahawks, US figureskating, Crossfit Olympics, National Motorcross Association, Stanford University, Microsoft, Amazon, Boeing, the FBI, police and fire people, and many more. What's his message? You have to know how to lead yourself first before you can lead anyone else. There are many techniques to doing that. Join us as we talk about a few in this episode such as:the kind of mindset shift an athlete or business person needs to get to the next level how visualization works for extreme success in athletics and businessexamples of creating an inner locus of control to stack the deck in your favorwhy leading yourself must come before you lead anyone elseFor your special gift from Gary, go to EliteMindsetAssessment.com and use code ELITE100 for your assessment. Gary's website is EliteMindsetNation.com where you can also sign up for his Monday Morning Motivations. Let us know if what this episode made you think about, or if you had any great takeaways! #mindset #mentalperformance #leadership #success

How we perform best mentally is different from what most of us think—and the opposite of what our culture has been telling us and pushing us to do which is:

do as much as you can, all at once, all the time.

Research shows we can't focus on more than one thing at a time. Even if you think you are, what you're really doing is juggling thoughts—touching on one for a moment and then switching.

 Studies have found that the more we try to "multitask," the more we risk impairing our cognitive control and even reduce our grey matter.

Not to mention, when we force ourselves to think about too many things at once and act with extreme speed, we increase the risk of making serious mistakes.This episode offers several powerful tips on how to quickly improve your mental performance, instead of diminish it.I got a potent reminder of this concept during the LA fires last month—I've included some of my personal stories here too. #brain #mentalperformance #mentalhealth

Contrary to popular belief, consistent, high levels of stress aren't conducive to high-performance. Science now shows that being able to lower your stress in-between stressful sprints, improves your mental and physical performance, enhances resilience, creativity, and problem solving skills, and improves your mental and physical health. Reducing stress doesn't require you give up your job, or spend hours on meditation. Here I share easy-to-implement exercises that can immediately lower your blood pressure, heart rate, and stress hormones like cortisol. When practiced regularly, you can train your body to relax more quickly and eventually, on-command, so you can function better during the day and sleep better at night. The nice thing is, these techniques are always available to you. Join me to reduce your stress and enhance your overall well-being. Related Episodes: More Joy Less Pressure: Episode 32 What Leaders can Learn from Top Athletes: Episode 27 Stress Effects and How to Deal with it: Episode 21 #stress #stressmanagement #stressrelief #leadership #health

Holidays are filled with emotions: hopes and dreams, and also pressure, even fear or dread.  Here are three things I do, to dramatically and immediately reduce my stress, bring me into focus at any current moment , elongate, and extend the amount of time that I spend in the blissful positivity state, and help my brain and body maintain optimal health and performance.

The ability to pause and question assumptions is a superpower. It allows you to engage the executive functioning frontal lobe of your brain, rather than relying solely on the fight flight freeze response which will frequently lead you down the wrong road when it comes to making important, impactful decisions. In this podcast I give you three steps to breaking free of assumptions and the fight, flight freeze response that causes them. Letting go of assumptions is about unlocking your potential, not just about avoiding mistakes. When you challenge assumptions, you gain clarity, strengthen relationships, and make smarter decisions. Imagine the freedom and power you get from acting based on reality, rather than the stories your mind has created. This skill is part of what makes meaningful relationships, good decision making, and great leadership. But it's rarely practiced. Referenced episodes for more mastery of this skill: Episode 21: The Effects of Stress and How to Deal With It Episode 10: Healthy Conflict Culture Episode 30: Aging 2.0: Research Breakthroughs that are Redefining Your Future #leadership #health #healthylifestyle #stress #mindset

I stopped paying attention to how old I was after I learned a few things about aging that I think you'd be interested in knowing as well. What I learned was so profound that I literally stopped counting the number of years I've been alive. We used to think of age as a number that predicts illness or death. But we've found out that different people with different lifestyles do not have the same physiology at the same age. With the infinite diversity of lifestyles that there are on this planet, there are an infinite number of waysthat we can age—and this is good news. The overview here is that age and aging is not what we used to think it was. It's probably not what you think it is! There's an incredibly fast advancing knowledge about age that you should be aware of, and the more you know about this, the better off you're going to be! I want to share it with you.So, I hope you stick with me to the end to hear about all the good stuff. And if you want more: Here's a link to a short read about Telomeres: Are Telomeres the Key to Aging and Cancer (no date) Are telomeres the key to aging and cancer. Available at: https://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/basics/telomeres/ (Accessed: 09 November 2024). https://learn.genetics.utah.edu/content/basics/telomeres/For more info, here's a great book: The Telomere Effecthttps://a.co/d/jbaKm7X

Did you know hunger doesn't always present itself as that familiar "hunger feeling?" Not eating, and specifically not eating the right kinds of food in the right timing, will interfere with your ability to be the kind of person you want to be. It can drastically reduce your ability to be the kind of leader you want to be, and the leader your people need you to be. Come with me on a walk this episode where I share about how not eating affected me recently. You'll discover some of the ways not eating could be affecting you. You'll also see how easy you can put together a VERY simple, complete meal, even when it seems like you don't have what you need to do so; when it feels like you've got nothing in the house, and you're too tired to go grocery shopping (like I was, after moving and traveling). #performance #leadership #nutrition #mindset #brain #mentalhealth #stress

How to start becoming who we want to be?Whether it's to be a good leader or to be healthy or something else, it usually involves taking action in ways that are different from most people around us. Sometimes everyone around us. And that can be uncomfortable. The uncomfortability is one of the great hindrances for people stepping up and becoming the person that they truly want to be, for leading the life they truly want to lead, because they need to start taking actions and making choices that are different from so many people around them—even friends, even family. But this is just a hurdle we have to get over. It's a learning point. It's a growth opportunity. Because in order for you to be all that you can be, all that you want to be, you're going to have to be different than most people. So many people don't take that step forward because they don't want to rock the boat.But what if I told you that you CAN be different, and you CAN feel comfortable with it, and others can be comfortable with it too? In this episode I'm giving tools to becoming comfortable with being diffeerent, and how to help others around you also feel comfortable with it. Grab something to write with, because you might want to take some notes! Leave me a comment if you're dealing with this kind of thing right now. You're not alone, and we all benefit from hearing from one another. #leadership #health #emotions #mentalhealth #wellbeing #leadershipdevelopment

Yes, you read the title right. There are techniques you can take from the elite athlete's playbook to boost your own performance. Of course, I talk about leadership in this podcast, but you can take a page from this playbook and it'll help you in so many areas of life. Not striving to be an olympian? That's okay. We all want to be our best, and at the top of our game when the time calls for it.Here are some things they do—that you can also do—to be, feel and perform your best for a long time to come. #olympics2024 #olympics #leadership #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipskills #athletics #fitness #successhabits

Around 2022, after the pandemic, people started realizing that it wasn't worth giving up their life and their health for jobs that required a lot of energy, but weren't giving them much in return. Then came quiet quitting, next quiet vacationing, now there's coffee and badging. All of these are phrases used by people who are not happy to follow a leader, to be part of a group, to be part of an organization, to come to the workplace that they are hired to work in.They're also not being satisfied, and they're not being fulfilled.No organizational leader wants to pay anyone for not working. But we can't cure a problem by looking at it and being disgusted. Just like we can't cure cancer with a band aid. We have to cure a problem by getting to the root of it. So in this episode I'm addressing:How do you create an environment where people aren't quiet quitting or quiet vacationing, nor do they want to? How do you ensure your people are doing the work they say their doing, without being a micromanager, monitoring their every move, or mandating they come in to the office?If you're listening, I've got answers. Episodes I referred to within this one: Episode 5 and 24Research referenced: Cho, Y. J., & Perry, J. L. (2012). Intrinsic Motivation and Employee Attitudes: Role of Managerial Trustworthiness, Goal Directedness, and Extrinsic Reward Expectancy. Review of Public Personnel Administration, 32(4), 382-406. https://doi.org/10.1177/0734371X11421495Gallup “How to Improve Employee Engagement in the Workplace." Accessed 7.2024https://www.gallup.com/workplace/285674/improve-employee-engagement-workplace.aspx#ite-285707

The U. S. has been in a severe heat wave. For the last 10 days or so it was in northern California and the northwest, and now it's moving east. I was traveling up the coast last week and much of my exercise is outdoors—especially cardio. Do you exercise outdoors in this heat? Many of you want to keep working out because it's part of how you keep our optimal performance: it keeps your energy and your mood high; it regulates your sleep, digestion, metabolism and more. If you're an outdoor exerciser you can keep up your routine—with a few modifications. Some of these you'll already know but they're a good reminder. Others, you may not know, or may have forgotten. For example, did you know that your hydration needs to start long before your workout? And also, did you know one of the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke is dizziness and confusion? Heat exhaustion and heat stroke doesn't only happen if you're working out in the heat. It can happen to anyone with prolonged exposure. Listen for more details. #heatstroke #heatexhaustion #headache #exercise #heatwave #heatindex

There’s a trend these days for: setting boundaries; sticking up yourself; letting people know they’re crossing a line that’s not OK with you; telling people if they’re asking for something that’s over-the-top or too much. This can be a good thing, because we need to make sure that we can take care of ourselves, both mentally physically and emotionally.And if we’re constantly saying yes to everyone else it usually means were mostly saying no to ourselves. But there’s a side-effect from this. Relationships are being damaged. It’s not because we've finally decided to set boundaries or to ask for what we need. It’s because when we finally decide to say something, we do it wrong. We don’t know how.We step into it and run around like a bull in a china closet, leaving a bunch of smashed glass behind us.And then we walk away leaving the other person to pick it all up, wondering what just happened. There’s a lot of talk in the media about speaking up for yourself, but not a lot of talk about how to do it well. And although it can and should be liberating, I’m seeing some of the negative consequences on the other side of that.Lately I'm finding myself more frequently helping people explore how to set boundaries, or change dynamics of a relationship, while keeping the relationship in-tact.You can move out of silence into speaking out for yourself in a way that preserves your relationships from trauma, saves your reputation at work, saves your job, and even help those relationships get better, whether they be in family life, social life, or at work.You can skip the part where you leave a mess.Specifically we’ll cover 3 of the most dangerous traps people fall into when they’re speaking up for themselves: Speaking with angerMaking assumptionsWaiting too long to speakAdditional, helpful episodes: Episode 5Episode 11Episode 21Link to questions download PDF: https://www.lucigabel.com/pl/2148418244

Here we have an incredible, motivational story about the power of the human mind, body and spirit. An example of moving from the biggest challenges and the lowest depths in life, to a place where you thrive. A champion in life and sport, Peter Twist coached medal-winners in the National Hockey League, became a worldwide fitness-industry legend, and continues to be a successful business owner and leader today. In our deeply moving & inspiring, conversation, Peter shares his personal story of how the tools and philosophies he developed through a life of coaching and training, building a business, building sports teams, and training people to win, helped him out of one of the most intense physical and mental challenges of his life—battling cancer. Pete generously shares his personal strategies for creating a mindset for success and resilience, and how to move through life's toughest challenges. Join me in this meaningful, uplifting and motivational conversation with Peter Twist. You can find Peter here: https://twistuniversity.inspire360.comPeter's program Champion Mindset and Mental Wellbeing can be found here: https://twistuniversity.inspire360.com/p/champion-mindset-mental-well-beingPeter's program Art of Fascia Line Training can be found here: https://twistuniversity.inspire360.com/new-art-of-fascia-line-trainingFor more frequent connection and messages, follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucigabelhttps://www.instagram.com/coachpetertwist

Criticism is hard to take. And if you decide to be a leader, or to assume a leadership role at any time, it's important to build yourself into someone who can listen to criticism and take it as the gift that it can be. If you're a perfectionist, it's a lot harder to do. And that was my difficulty in the past.In this podcast,  I share my personal experience with handling criticism when you’re already hyper-critical of yourself. I provide tips on how to handle criticism constructively, accept feedback, and use it for self-improvement. And we get a special guest appearance from the guy that wanted to clean my room.I’m in a hotel in Vancouver this weekend! See my instagram and Facebook pics if you'd like to experience it with me. Episode 21: How to reduce stressEpisode 10: Healthy Conflict CultureEpisode 8: How to give advice so people want to listenEpisode 5: Difficult conversations and how to make them easier

Stress can impact your mental capacity and overall health. We all have different reactions to stress in the sense that we've been brought up differently, we've all had different life experiences, and there are different circumstances that bring up stress for each of us. But there are some things that happen to all of us during a high stress situation, and those are the things that are essentially in our DNA. Discover the impact of stress, the detrimental effects it has long-term, and tips to get out from under it in this latest episode.Related episodes:Episode 20: Long term mental energyEpisode 18: Mindset—It's more than what you're thinkingEpisode 14: Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the faceEpisode 11: Quiet your mind to be a better leaderResearch articles:Chu B, Marwaha K, Sanvictores T, et al. Physiology, Stress Reaction. [Updated 2022 Sep 12]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2024 Jan-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541120/Dee G, Ryznar R, Dee C. Epigenetic Changes Associated with Different Types of Stressors and Suicide. Cells. 2023 Apr 26;12(9):1258. doi: 10.3390/cells12091258. PMID: 37174656; PMCID: PMC10177343.Hing B, Braun P, Cordner ZA, Ewald ER, Moody L, McKane M, Willour VL, Tamashiro KL, Potash JB. Chronic social stress induces DNA methylation changes at an evolutionary conserved intergenic region in chromosome X. Epigenetics. 2018;13(6):627-641. doi: 10.1080/15592294.2018.1486654. Epub 2018 Aug 5. PMID: 29943663; PMCID: PMC6140912.Janssen JAMJL. New Insights into the Role of Insulin and Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis in the Metabolic Syndrome. Int J Mol Sci. 2022 Jul 25;23(15):8178. doi: 10.3390/ijms23158178. PMID: 35897752; PMCID: PMC9331414.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/understanding-the-stress-responseLet's keep in touch! Find me for more frequent interaction on TT, LI, FB, Insta

Based on what I’ve seen and current science, there are 6 elements that affect your brain energy. They influence your success at work and in relationships, your leadership abilities, and the success of your team and your company if you have one.They also affect your health and longevity all the way down to your DNA. (But that's for another podcast.)They all work together. Each one affects the other. Join me as I talk about them.Want to remember these? Download the free PDF: "6 Aspects of Mental Energy" to add your own personal notes to, place it at your desk or on your wall.https://www.lucigabel.com/6aspectsFor more depth on these major aspects I discussed, tune in to these episodes:Mindset: It's more than what you're thinking. Episode 18Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the face. Episode 14Quiet your mind to be a better leader. Episode 11The easiest exercise with the highest return on investment. Episode 9Italian eating habits: How do they get away with it? Episode 6Your brain's optimal performance: Sleep, hunger, work. Episode 4

This is part 2, as promised, on what we know about COVID today. This time, I'm talking about prevention. This deep-dive into the research was inspired when I had it in December which sent me digging through the journals to understand what the science is showing, rather than the misinformation too often heard through media and social media. In this episode I share: Lessons on leadership from these last 4 years Putting research reported by the media into perspective The current research on Covid prevention including: whether masks work, how dangerous are vaccines, whether boosters are valuable, and a few things you may not have thought about when it comes to prevention. References for this episode: Meta-analyses on Masks: Floriano I, Silvinato A, Bacha HA, Barbosa AN, Tanni S, Bernardo WM. Effectiveness of wearing masks during the COVID-19 outbreak in cohort and case-control studies: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Bras Pneumol. 2024 Jan 5;49(6):e20230003. doi: 10.36416/1806-3756/e20230003. PMID: 38198343; PMCID: PMC10760436.   Enright C, Gilbourne C, Kiersey R, et al. Efficacy of facemasks in preventing transmission of COVID-19 in non-healthcare settings: A scoping review. Journal of Infection Prevention. 2024;25(1-2):24-32. doi:10.1177/17571774231203 Vaccines Dighriri IM, Alhusayni KM, Mobarki AY, Aljerary IS, Alqurashi KA, Aljuaid FA, Alamri KA, Mutwalli AA, Maashi NA, Aljohani AM, Alqarni AM, Alfaqih AE, Moazam SM, Almutairi MN, Almutairi AN. Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine (BNT162b2) Side Effects: A Systematic Review. Cureus. 2022 Mar 26;14(3):e23526. doi: 10.7759/cureus.23526. PMID: 35494952; PMCID: PMC9039171. S.A. Meo, I.A. Bukhari, J. Akram, A.S. Meo, D.C. Klonoff ,COVID-19 vaccines: comparison of biological, pharmacological characteristics and adverse effects of Pfizer/BioNTech and Moderna Vaccines, Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci, Year: 2021 Vol. 25 - N. 3 Pages: 1663-1669 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_202102_24877 Rosenblum HG, Hadler SC, Moulia D, Shimabukuro TT, Su JR, Tepper NK, Ess KC, Woo EJ, Mba-Jonas A, Alimchandani M, Nair N, Klein NP, Hanson KE, Markowitz LE, Wharton M, McNally VV, Romero JR, Talbot HK, Lee GM, Daley MF, Mbaeyi SA, Oliver SE. Use of COVID-19 Vaccines After Reports of Adverse Events Among Adult Recipients of Janssen (Johnson & Johnson) and mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines (Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna): Update from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices - United States, July 2021. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2021 Aug 13;70(32):1094-1099. doi: 10.15585/mmwr.mm7032e4. Bishara, H. , Arbel, A. , Barnett-Griness, O. , Bloch, S. , Cohen, S. , Najjar-Debbiny, R. , Gronich, N. , Auriel, E. & Saliba, W. (2023). Association Between Guillain-Barré Syndrome and COVID-19 Infection and Vaccination. Neurology, 101 (20), e2035-e2042. doi: 10.1212/WNL.0000000000207900 Boosters Ninaad Lasrado et al. Waning immunity and IgG4 responses following bivalent mRNA boosting.Sci. Adv.10,eadj9945(2024).DOI:10.1126/sciadv.adj9945 Cheng MQ, Li R, Weng ZY, Song G. Relative effectiveness of bivalent COVID-19 vaccine: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Front Med (Lausanne). 2024 Feb 7;10:1322396. doi: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1322396. Link-Gelles R, Ciesla AA, Mak J, et al. Early Estimates of Updated 2023–2024 (Monovalent XBB.1.5) COVID-19 Vaccine Effectiveness Against Symptomatic SARS-CoV-2 Infection Attributable to Co-Circulating Omicron Variants Among Immunocompetent Adults — Increasing Community Access to Testing Program, United States, September 2023–January 2024. (Retrieved Feb 26, 2024) MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2024;73:77–83. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7304a2 Nasal Spray Tanori M, Pitaro M, Fratini E, Colantoni E, Amoresano A, Celentano S, Chiaramonte B, Mancuso M. Safety in Rats of a Novel Nasal Spray Formulation for the Prevention of Airborne Viral Infections. Pharmaceutics. 2023 Feb 9;15(2):591. doi: 10.3390/pharmaceutics15020591 Dr. Kogan: https://gwcim.com/people/mikhail-kogan-md/ https://www.youtube.com/@DrMishaKogan

Mindset is a powerful tool. It's also an undervalued and misunderstood tool. Some think mindset is the outcome of luck, circumstances, or upbringing. Some think it's nothing but slapping a "happy face" sticker on top of a problem. It's none of those. When you learn you can adjust your mindset to create the experiences and outcomes you most desire for yourself and others, that's when you really start to fly in life. Successful leaders understand how harness the tool of mindset. In this episode I talk about: One client's mindset shift from "victim of circumstance" to "leader." How your mindset affects not only yourself but the people around you. A simple step to shift your mindset into being the person you want to be. Examples of how mindset affects physiology, from how you present on the outside to how your body reacts internally. Have you been working on your mindset? It's an ongoing event. If you're always growing, no doubt, you're always encountering new reasons to work on it. If you like this episode, give it a like or five stars. Let me know in the comments what kind of work you've been doing on your mindset lately, and what you'd like to hear about next. P.S.: Thanks for chiming in on the last episode about COVID research. I got some great questions and comments on all the social media channels, and I'm putting together part two taking into consideration all of your responses and questions. So look forward to that in just a couple of weeks. Connect with me further I'm Luci Gabel on: TT, Insta FB and LI My award winning book: ⁠⁠https://www.EatToLead.com⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.LuciGabel.com⁠

There are so many confusing messages about COVID today. Has it become as benign as a cold? Is it just like the flu? Are you completely safe if you're fit and healthy? I'll tell you about the experience I had with it in December. And I'll share the most recent research I've found about it. Below is a list of references to the studies I mentioned in this episode, in the order I speak about them. Connect with me here or at my website: https://www.lucigabel.com Connect with me more regularly on social: LinkedIn, Insta, FB, TT, YT. -----------------   Covid and blood: Valentine Léopold, et al: Platelets of COVID-19 patients display mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, and energy metabolism failure compatible with cell death, Research and Practice in Thrombosis and Haemostasis,Volume 7, Issue 7,2023,102213,ISSN 2475-0379, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rpth.2023.102213 Cardiovascular issues after exposure: Nat Med. 2022; 28(3): 583–590. Published online 2022 Feb 7. doi: 10.1038/s41591-022-01689-3   Xie Y, Xu E, Bowe B, Al-Aly Z. Long-term cardiovascular outcomes of COVID-19. Nat Med. 2022 Mar;28(3):583-590. doi: 10.1038/s41591-022-01689-3. Epub 2022 Feb 7. PMID: 35132265; PMCID: PMC8938267   Long Covid in full spectrum of illness severity: Li, J., Zhou, Y., Ma, J. et al. The long-term health outcomes, pathophysiological mechanisms and multidisciplinary management of long COVID. Sig Transduct Target Ther8, 416 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41392-023-01640-z   Nine countries meta-analysis: Journal of infection, Persistance of post-covid symptoms in general population two years after SARS CoV-2 infection: A systematic review and meta-analysis. De-las-Peñas, et al. December 13, 2023 DOI:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jinf.2023.12.004   CDC Research:   https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/products/databriefs/db480.htm#section_2   Athletes and Myocarditis: Modica G, Bianco M, Sollazzo F, Di Murro E, Monti R, Cammarano M, Morra L, Nifosì FM, Gervasi SF, Manes Gravina E, Zeppilli P, Palmieri V. Myocarditis in Athletes Recovering from COVID-19: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Int J Environ Res Public Health. 2022 Apr 2;19(7):4279. doi: 10.3390/ijerph19074279. PMID: 35409960; PMCID: PMC8998516. Eighteen universities: Massey, D., Saydah, S., Adamson, B. et al. Prevalence of covid-19 and long covid in collegiate student athletes from spring 2020 to fall 2021: a retrospective survey. BMC Infect Dis 23, 876 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12879-023-08801-z   Males, long COVID and exercise: Appelman, B., Charlton, B.T., Goulding, R.P. et al. Muscle abnormalities worsen after post-exertional malaise in long COVID. Nat Commun 15, 17 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-023-44432-3 Physical activity was associated with a shorter length of symptoms: Feter N, Caputo EL, Delpino FM, Leite JS, da Silva LS, de Almeida Paz I, Santos Rocha JQ, Vieira YP, Schröeder N, da Silva CN, Baptista Gonçalves JC, da Costa Pereira H, Barbosa TA, Cassuriaga J, da Silva MC, Reichert FF, Rombaldi AJ. Physical activity and long COVID: findings from the Prospective Study About Mental and Physical Health in Adults cohort. Public Health. 2023 Jul;220:148-154. doi: 10.1016/j.puhe.2023.05.011. Epub 2023 Jun 13. PMID: 37320945; PMCID: PMC10263464.   Paxlovid: NHS UK, https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/paxlovid/about-paxlovid Smith DJ, Lambrou A, Patel P. SARS-CoV-2 Rebound With and Without Use of COVID-19 Oral Antivirals. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2023;72:1357–1364. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7251a1   Harrington PR, Cong J, Troy SB, et al. Evaluation of SARS-CoV-2 RNA Rebound After Nirmatrelvir/Ritonavir Treatment in Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trials — United States and International Sites, 2021–2022. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep 2023;72:1365–1370. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.15585/mmwr.mm7251a2. Extras: GWCIM Virtual Long Covid Open House, YouTube, https://youtu.be/1isR1rlkAbE?si=lhMARorJkK2Njiuz

Happy New Year 2024! At the beginning of the year we tend to think about how can we be better, feel better, do better, have better, and make things better. In this episode I have two, different and powerful practices for you to go into the year—and through the year—truly making things different and better.These practices are powerful in ways not many people grasp. By putting them to use, you'll gain new perspective and greater power over orchestrating and directing your life, at home and at work—even improve your happiness and health.If you're in a leadership role, getting your team involved in these practices will build motivation and engagement, respect and loyalty, fun and friendship.I'll guide you through how they work, and how you can use them for your benefit. Join me on my walk on the 2nd day of this year as I share them with you. #newyear #goals #motivation #leadershiptraining #leadershipdevelopment

During the holidays an increased number of responsibilities increases the demands on your brain.  Performing at optimal capacity will become more important, and also more difficult during these next few weeks. As a leader you want to continue being an outstanding role model to the people you’re leading. You want to keep being competent, confident, reliable, resourceful, creative, energetic and inspiring. But you’re doing several of the most energy-intensive mental tasks at once when you're dealing with people, whether it's managing family gatherings or leading and influencing your teams. And let's face it, many of us keep the overloaded schedules that we have all year, then just add shopping, cooking more, having and going to parties, less sleep, and more sugar and alcohol. Therefore, your mental energy will be under much greater demand this holiday, and you're more likely to feel exhausted and burnt out after the season is over. So I've got a few quick points you can use to maintain optimal mental performance through the holiday season. I’ve used this information myself regularly. It works when I have a heavier, schedule, what seems like insurmountable work, or a big event gets added onto my plate. These are the little things that make a big difference.  Let me know what this subject makes you think about in the comments. If you like this discussion click like. Subscribe, and let me know what you want to talk about next. Also catch me as Luci Gabel on: TikTok Instagram Facebook and linkedIn Book: ⁠⁠https://www.EatToLead.com⁠⁠ Web: ⁠⁠https://www.LuciGabel.com⁠ References: 1: Rock, D. (2009). Your Brain at Work: Strategies for Overcoming Distraction, Regaining Focus, and Working Smarter All Day Long. HarperBusiness. 2: Gabel, L. (2020). Eat to Lead: Gain a High Performance Edge with Healthy Food Habits. Atmosphere Press. 3:  GW Integrative Medicine. Sleep Deprivation and Glymphatics. SoundCloud. ⁠https://soundcloud.com/user-516347348/sleep-deprivation-and-glymphatics⁠ 4: Chamine, S. (2012). Positive Intelligence: Why Only 20% of Teams and Individuals Achieve Their True Potential and How You Can Achieve Yours. Greenleaf Book Group Press.

What happens when your plan falls through? Whether it's small or big, when a plan falls apart it can cause significant stress. Even when it seems like life has metaphorically "punched you in the face" as Mike Tyson says, there are techniques and mental tools you can use to help you ride the difficult waves of life. Over time, these tools will make you more resilient. You get better at staying on track, getting where you want to go, and creating the life you want to have. Let's talk about mental adaptability during unexpected changes and stress, so you can flexibly respond and handle the waves of unpredictability. You might even end up with a new vision for your life, or your company, or your business and the people you lead. Links: The leadership program: https://www.LuciGabel.com/leadershipprogram Luci's site: http://www.lucigabel.com

 If you're like me, you're used to powering through life no matter how you feel. You can't afford to have anything slow you down, and there's just no time to get sick. Over the years I've learned a few lessons about how to avoid getting sick that work much better than powering through it when you feel run down. These practices have helped me perform more optimally than ever before and avoid colds and flu. If I do get sick I'm down for much less time. Come listen and I'll share them with you. There will be some unconventional advice—but I think you should give it a try. If you found this information useful, you might also like Episode 4: Your Brain's Optimal Performance: Sleep, Hunger, Work— https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/2i0CkF6j5Db

There’s one strategic advantage that many businesses are forgetting about right now. What that means for you is— there's a big, gaping opportunity to beat your competitors. The strategic advantage is your customer's emotional connection to you. Fostering a deep emotional connection is becoming a lost art. If you develop it, it will take you far, far beyond your competitors. In this episode, I share three big lessons I learned about how to make that emotional connection with customers — making raving fans out of them, creating customers that love you and will stand by you even when you make a mistake, and if your business goes through hard times they'll still be there with you. I'll also give you three important tips to successfully implement these lessons, because they can be difficult. You might want to take notes! This is my podcast on leadership, life, health and happiness. How does it all fit together? Listen in and see. Subscribe to this podcast for more. You'll also find me as Luci Gabel on: TikTokInstagramFacebookand LinkedIn My Award-Winning Book: Eat to Lead

Do you have a little voice in your head that says "you’re not good enough," "this is going to fail," "people are going to hate you and your work" or "you can’t trust anyone?"  Everyone has internal saboteurs—even the most the successful people including CEOs in the Fortune 500, & the highest level athletes  They especially show up when we’re about to do something  you’re never done before —and people in leadership roles are often in this position. Shirzad Chamine writes in his book, Positive Intelligence, that only 20% of the population and organizations today reach their full potential, and it’s because of these voices in our head. Listening to these voices may have gotten you to a certain level today, because of the intensity at which they make you work. But according to Shirzad’s research, you can go exponentially further when you learn how to quiet these voices. Because only when you do, can you bring online the parts of your brain that embody intuition, wisdom and higher-level thinking.  In this episode you’ll find out: How your mental saboteurs compromise your leadership performance, even though they may motivate you to work harder  What we know from cutting-edge health science about how your mental saboteurs degrade your physical health  What neuroscience tells us about how your brain can be rewired to think and perform differently  The steps you can take to re-train your brain, reduce your sabotage self-talk, reduce your stress, increase your health, and access your vastly untapped potential. Listen for more.  Apply to my leadership program at https://www.lucigabel.com/leadershipprogram Find Shirzad's book Positive Intelligence at https://www.positiveintelligence.com

Is there such a thing as healthy conflict ? There is. And a healthy conflict culture is where people feel safe to talk about differing thoughts and opinions without punishment. Being able to express yourself about something you don't agree with or tell someone that you see things differently has a lot greater impact than you might imagine. In this episode, we'll dive into why healthy conflict is important for work and personal relationships and even entire organizations. And even though conflict might sound scary, I'll share how you can develop the skill of having healthy conflict in a way that creates positive results, and even helps you and the people involved have a much better relationship as you move forward. Let me know what you think about this episode, any thoughts or questions, and what you'd like to hear about next. Connect with me further I'm Luci Gabel on: TT, Insta FB and LI My award winning book: ⁠⁠https://www.EatToLead.com⁠⁠ Website: ⁠⁠https://www.LuciGabel.com⁠ Related Episodes: Episode #2: SpaceX Historic Launch! Reframing your Fear of Failure & Why Psychological Safety is the Buzzword of Today References: 1.   Harvard Business Review, What Is Psychological Safety? accessed August 10, 2023 https://hbr.org/2023/02/what-is-psychological-safety 2.  Google, Guide: Understanding Team Effectiveness, accessed August 10, 2023, https://rework.withgoogle.com/guides/understanding-team-effectiveness/steps/foster-psychological-safety/ 3.   Gallup How To Create A Culture Of Psychological Safety, August 9, 2023, https://www.gallup.com/workplace/236198/create-culture-psychological-safety.aspx 4.  Gallup Employee Engagement Survey, accessed August 10, 2023, https://www.gallup.com/workplace/229424/employee-engagement.aspx 5.  Deloitte: Interested in a 5x mROI? Consider Mental Wellness Initiatives, July 1, 2022, accessed August 10, 2023, https://action.deloitte.com/insight/2274/interested-in-a-5x-roi-consider-mental-wellness-initiatives# 6. Deloitte, The ROI in work health programs:Good for people, good for business A blueprint for workplace mental health programs, accessed, Deloitte Development, LLC, 2019, accessed August 10,2023 https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/ca/Documents/about-deloitte/ca-en-about-blueprint-for-workplace-mental-health-final-aoda.pdf 7. Harvard Business Review, Teams Solve Problems Faster When There Is More Cognitive Diversity, accessed August 10, 2023, https://hbr.org/2017/03/teams-solve-problems-faster-when-theyre-more-cognitively-diverse              8. Price Waterhouse Coopers, Investing in a Healthy Workplace, Return on Investment  Analysis https://www.pwc.com.au/publications/pdf/beyondblue-workplace-roi-may14.pdf 9.  Psychological Safety, A systematic Review of the Literature, Newman, et al., Human Resource Management Review Volume 27, Issue 3, September 2017, Pages 521-535, accessed August 10, 2023, https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1053482217300013?via%3Dihub#s0025

Good Morning, from Los Angeles! What's the easiest exercise you can do to improve your health? This has got the highest return for the smallest investment even if you’re already exercising. It requires no equipment, you take it everywhere and can do it any time. It helps you increase your metabolism, regulate circadian rhythm, improve vitamin D levels and decrease belly fat, among many other things. Do you have an idea about what it is? Listen for all the details. Also, I’ve been waiting for the right time to share about how I gained weight and lost it again. This podcast is the right time. #bellyfat #easy #exercise #health #brainhealth #weightloss

How do you give advice? Did you ever wonder what might really work, versus just talking and hoping it lands well?  There's a way to give advice so it's well-recieved and it's based on what we know from neuroscience and psychological research.  In this podcast I share about how and why so many people give advice wrong, and I’ll give you actionable steps to doing it right — if you really want to help someone. These are my top tips based on research, and my own hard-earned lessons. References to the research in this episode are below.  Like this podcast if you enjoyed it. Follow if you want more.  You can also find me as Luci Gabel on: Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn and Facebook.  1. Tamir andMitchell, Disclosing information about the self is intrinsically rewarding, PNAS, Vol 19 (21), 2012. https://www.pnas.org/doi/full/10.1073/pnas.1202129109 2. https://www.simplypsychology.org/nucleus-accumbens.html  3. Goodman, How to Give Great Advice, Entrepreneur, Aug 26, 2013: https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/how-to-give-great-advice/228018 4. Reeshad S. Dalal, Silvia Bonaccio, What types of advice do decision-makers prefer?, Organizational Behavior and Human Decision Processes, Volume 112, Issue 1, 2010 https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0749597809001083 5. David Rock, Quiet Leadership, NY, NY, Harper 2006