In this episode, I discuss forest therapy and how it can improve your overall well-being, creativity, and connection to the world around you. I reveal how nature inspired me to write my book, The Vitality Mark. I explain how spending time in natural environments can help you lower your stress response, increase your relaxation response, and become more compassionate to yourself and the world around you. I also highlight how you can make the most out of your time being in nature to maximize...

Tony joins me today to share his story of battling drug and alcohol abuse. We discuss the misunderstandings and misconceptions society typically has around drug and alcohol addiction and why medical professionals and health organizations view addiction as a mental health issue. We discuss the struggles of trying to break addiction and what ‘emotional sobriety’ means.

Today, Caroline joins me to discuss where happiness comes from and the science behind goal-setting. She recounts her journey recovering from bulimia and addiction and how it led her to the field of positive psychology and coaching. She demonstrates the importance of positive psychology and provides instructions on using it to pursue difficult goals. She reminds us that it is never too late to start pursuing our goals and how novelty and zest for life can help us through challenges. We...

Epictetus was a Greek Stoic philosopher that was born into slavery. After being banished from Rome, he moved to northwestern Greece, where he lived for the rest of his life. His life was about making progress instead of mastering perfection and, because of this, there are many great life lessons we can learn from him. […] The post #129 Life Lessons from Epictetus appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) Frates, MD, is a pioneer in Lifestyle Medicine education and an award-winning teacher at Harvard Medical School and the Harvard Extension School. Dr. Frates’s passionate teaching style at Harvard Medical School has earned her several Excellence in Teaching awards for her work in multiple pre-clinical courses. She specialises in connecting one-on-one with […] The post #128 Dr Beth Frates: Lifestyle Medicine as a Game Changer appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Domini Kemp is an entrepreneur, chef, author, and advocate for positive health. As the co-founder of ITSA Ltd, she has successfully developed multiple award-winning brands within the ITSA Group, including Feast, Joe’s, Alchemy Juice Co., Hatch & Sons, and more. Domini trained as a chef at Leith’s in London. Upon returning to Ireland, she co-authored […] The post #127 Food as Medicine: Uniting Health and Flavor with Domini Kemp appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Rachel Graham is a Nutritional Therapist and Medicinal Chef who helps her clients improve their eating habits and increase their well-being by creating delicious and healthy meals. Rachel specializes in women’s health, particularly focusing on menopause, and is an accredited menopause educator recognized by The British Menopause Charity. She offers guidance and advice on various […] The post #126 Food As Medicine for Menopause with Rachel Graham appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Dr. Paddy Barrett is a preventive cardiologist committed to helping patients optimize their health, extend their lives, and discover the deeper meaning of life. He has 20 years of experience in world-class medical centers in California, New York, Sydney, and Ireland. Dr. Barrett has realized that true well-being encompasses more than just the treatment of […] The post #125 Prevent & Treat Heart Disease with Dr Paddy Barrett appeared first on Mark Rowe.

How do you let go of petty resentments and destructive ideas holding you back from reaching your goals? I look to Benjamin Franklin, one of my favorite historical figures, because of his brilliance and his ability to hold himself accountable for his personal growth for guidance. Every day, Franklin would ask himself a series of […] The post #124 Ask the Right Questions appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Today, we live in a society where kindness is often looked down on as a weakness. But in reality, kindness–which stems from the Golden Rule–has benefits that are spiritual, physical, and mental. In this episode, I talk about why kindness is an essential part of a lifestyle of vitality. I share the concrete benefits of […] The post #123 Kindness – A Key For Vitality appeared first on Mark Rowe.

The ideology that manly men never show weakness and never ask for help is a dangerous stereotype of masculinity that has profound health consequences. Far too often, I see men delay healthcare and lose out on years that they could have spent living healthier lives and enjoying time with their families. I even wrote a […] The post #122 When Men Delay Seeking Healthcare: The Dire Consequences of Not Asking For Help appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Keith Barry is the world’s foremost TV hypnotist, mentalist, and Brain Hacker who has been dubbed the Wizard of the Western World. He has captivated audiences across the globe on over forty international television shows including his latest groundbreaking series, The Keith Barry Experience. He’s also appeared on ITV’s You’re Back in The Room, the […] The post #121 The Magic of the Subconscious Mind with Keith Barry appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Emilia Elisabet Lahti, PhD, MSSc, MAPP, is an internationally acclaimed presenter specializing in positive psychology, courage, leadership, and high performance. Emilia’s groundbreaking research at Aalto University School of Science and Technology focused on sisu, an ancient Finnish concept representing courage and determination in the face of extreme adversity. Her research paper garnered widespread attention, featured […] The post #120 Cultivating Sisu And Accessing Inner Strength with Dr....

Dr. Mary Ryan is a consultant physician, endocrinologist, and Senior Lecturer with the Post Graduate School of Medicine. She lectures to GPs nationwide as well as to the general public on preventing Heart Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and its complications. She is a member of the Women’s Heart Advisory Group for the Irish Heart Foundation […] The post #119 It’s Probably Your Hormones: Balancing Your Hormones to Improve Your Health with Dr Mary Ryan appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Dr. Colman Noctor is a Child and Adolescent Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist, who has worked at the Great Ormond Street Hospital, the Royal Edinburgh Hospital, Our Lady’s Hospital in Crumlin, the Lucena Child Mental Health Services, and St Patricks Mental Health Service. He provides his patients with specialized treatment of various emotional disorders and possesses a deep […] The post #118 The 4 – 7 Zone – Become Your Own Psychotherapist appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Dr. Jessica Matthews is a renowned health and wellness educator, author, and speaker. She is an Assistant Professor and the creator of the Master of Kinesiology in Integrative Wellness program at Point Loma Nazarene University and the Director of Integrative Health Coaching in the Centers for Integrative Health at UC San Diego. She is also […] The post #117 Authenticity in Lifestyle Medicine With Dr. Jessica Matthews appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Sugar is all around us. It occurs naturally in whole foods like fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. It’s added to processed foods, like cookies, sodas, cereal, and flavored yogurt. Sweet foods are part of our social lives and are served at celebrations, from birthday parties to weddings. It is integral to life as it provides […] The post #116 Bittersweet: Why Sugar Might Not Love You Back appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Dr. Lisa Cunningham is a Consultant in Emergency Medicine and HEMS (helicopter emergency medical service) physician in Ireland. Lisa thrives under pressure and has learned to enjoy even talking and sharing about peak performance under challenging environments. A mother of three and wife to Bernard, Lisa believes that family is also very important. She credits […] The post #115 Encore Episode: Dr Lisa Cunningham on Gratitude, Positivity, and What Makes a Strong Relationship appeared first on...

The search for happiness is age-old.  Numerous answers have been given over the years, and in my research, I’ve come across many of them. Today, I compile them for you. In this episode, I list 15 ways to boost your happiness, emphasising the power of gratitude, kindness, physical health, purpose, and simplicity. I tell a […] The post #114 – 15 ways to Boost your Happiness appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Liana Lianov is an international leader in Lifestyle Medicine and positive psychology who has dedicated her career to promoting the science of positive psychology and health in healthcare. She specializes […] The post #113 The Healing Power of Social Connections with Liana Lianov appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Elaine O’Brien, Ph.D., MAPP, is a Certified Health Coach and a member of The Wellness Registry who helps people live their best lives filled with physical health, mental clarity, and […] The post #111 Zesty Aging: How to Unlock The Power of Play with Dr Elaine O’ Brien appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Memory is one of the most important faculties. Not only does it allow us to relive the good times, but it also affects our mood and how we act and […] The post #110 Protecting Your Memory and Keeping Your Brain Healthy with the MIND Diet appeared first on Mark Rowe.

DeDe Halfhill is a Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator and executive coach certified through Georgetown University’s Executive Leadership Coaching Program. DeDe’s mission is to teach the critical skills today’s leaders […] The post #109 Force Multipliers and Questioning How You to Show Up in the World with DeDe Halfhill appeared first on Mark Rowe.

How can you strengthen and support your immune system? When it’s working well, we take our immune systems for granted. But when we’re laid low by a virus or battling […] The post #108 Lifestyle Changes You Can Make to Support Your Immune System appeared first on Mark Rowe.

Professor Luke O’Neill is one of the most influential international names in science who came to prominence through Covid-19. As one of the top 1% of immunologists in the world, […] The post #107 The Secret to Less Stress & Better Health with Professor Luke O’Neill appeared first on Mark Rowe.