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In this episode of The Self-Help Antidote, I sit down with Jo Groves and Behavioral Scientist and Exercise Professional Dr. Lou Atkinson to explore one of the most talked-about topics in health and fitness today, GLP-1. From its medical origins and biological mechanisms to the behavioral implications of satiety and self-control, this conversation pulls no punches on what GLP-1 can (and can’t) do.

Dr. Atkinson unpacks the myths about obesity, the oversimplified “eat less, move more” narrative, and the cognitive distortions that still run rampant in the fitness industry. Together, we explore whether GLP-1 can serve as a keystone habit, building confidence and creating the psychological foundation for lasting change, and whether data supports its role in reducing other cravings beyond food.

The discussion expands into the importance of individualized programming, adaptive gym memberships, and how small wins, community, and empathy-based coaching can drive sustainable progress. Ultimately, this episode challenges the industry to move beyond stigma and towards genuine human understanding, because change doesn’t start in the mirror; it starts in the mind.

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We can’t relive the past, but the past never really leaves us. In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend and co-host Tiffanee Cook to explore how our history continues to shape who we are, what we value, and how we show up today. We unpack why the environments, people, and strengths that fueled our success in the past are a mirror reflecting what matters most to us now, and how dissecting those elements can help us become the best version of ourselves.

Together, we dig into why the most meaningful parts of our lives almost always involve relationships, not transactions, and why success in business and life requires more than strategy, it requires being in the right environment with the right people. We discuss relational vs. transactional business models, the role of community, and why people who genuinely care are good for business. After all, Gallup research shows that 70% of the variance in all business outcomes is directly related to the department manager. Translation: people matter, and leaders who foster connection create the conditions for growth.

This is a conversation about memory, meaning, and the environments that allow us to thrive, because the past may be behind us, but it still has a lot to teach us about the future.

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In this episode, Craig Harper and I pull back the curtain on what it’s like to navigate life and leadership with Tourette’s, equal parts challenge and comedy. From the unpredictability of Tourette's to the absurdities it create's in everyday moments, we explore how humor becomes both a shield and a bridge.

But this isn’t just about Tourette’s, it’s about adjusting to a rapidly changing world. We dive into the emergence of AI, how I use it as my own thought partner and sounding board, a tool I use to sharpen ideas, challenge assumptions, and stay adaptable.

We also take a hard look at the hidden costs of rigidly held rules. Whether in business or in life, clinging to inflexible frameworks can choke creativity, crush adaptability, and leave you flat-footed in a world that demands flexibility of thought in order to cultivate meaningful relationships, while thriving in work and life.

This conversation is our attempt at a raw, funny, and thought-provoking, part personal story, part cultural commentary, part survival guide for anyone trying to lead, create, or simply stay sane in a world that doesn’t stop changing.

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