Change Your Brain Every Day

What if the key to balancing your hormones, boosting your energy, and finally feeling like yourself again starts in your gut? In this eye-opening conversation, functional medicine doctor Dr. Eboni Cornish, MD, and Tana Amen dive into the powerful connection between gut health, hormones, inflammation, metabolism, and overall wellness. They explore how what's happening inside your gut may affect how you feel every day—and why looking beyond symptoms could change how you approach your health. From hidden gut imbalances to hormonal shifts, stubborn weight changes, brain fog, fatigue, and digestive issues, this conversation uncovers the connections you don't want to overlook. In this episode, you'll discover: The surprising connection between your gut and your hormones How gut imbalances may affect energy, mood, metabolism, and overall well-being Why common symptoms may be worth investigating rather than simply ignoring What to know about inflammation, the microbiome, and hormonal health Practical steps to start having more informed conversations about your health If you've been doing everything right but still don't feel your best, this conversation may give you a new perspective on what your body is trying to tell you. Watch until the end—you may never look at gut health the same way again.

What does it really take to break free from addiction, protect your brain, and rebuild your life? In this powerful conversation, actor Neal McDonough gets candid about the lessons, struggles, and turning points that shaped his journey. We dive into brain health, addiction and recovery, resilience, faith, discipline, and the mindset it takes to make lasting change. Neal also shares insights into his latest movie, Jimmy, what continues to drive him creatively, and the experiences that have changed the way he approaches life and his work. This is a conversation about more than Hollywood — it's about rewriting your story, taking back control, and becoming stronger through adversity. Watch until the end — Neal's perspective may change the way you think about recovery, resilience, and your own potential.

What if some of the anxiety, fear, relationship patterns, or emotional pain you struggle with didn't begin with you? In this powerful conversation, Mark Wolynn, author of It Didn't Start With You, joins Dr. Daniel Amen & Tana to explore one of the most important questions in mental health: How much of what we carry was inherited from the generations before us? They unpack the hidden patterns that can travel through families — from unresolved grief and fear to attachment wounds, chronic stress, and behaviors we repeat without understanding why. Mark Wolynn shares how identifying the stories and emotional patterns passed down through our family can become a doorway to healing. Dr. Daniel Amen brings a brain-health perspective to the conversation, exploring how our experiences can shape the brain and influence the way we think, feel, and behave. This isn't about blaming your parents. It's about understanding yourself. Because when you recognize where a pattern came from, you may finally have the power to stop repeating it. You didn't choose everything you inherited. But you can choose what happens next.

What if your greatest trauma could literally reshape your brain and your life for the better? After surviving a shark attack that took her arm at just 13 years old, Bethany Hamilton became a global symbol of resilience. But what actually happened inside her brain? In this powerful conversation, Bethany sits down with renowned psychiatrist and brain imaging expert Dr. Daniel Amen, alongside Tana Amen, to explore the science behind her extraordinary post-traumatic growth. For the first time, Bethany examines her brain through advanced imaging, uncovering how faith, purpose, resilience, and intentional habits may have transformed her mind after unimaginable adversity. Together, they dive into the neuroscience of trauma, healing, grit, motherhood, high performance, and why some people don't just recover—they grow stronger. Whether you've experienced loss, trauma, or simply want to build a healthier brain, this episode offers hope backed by both science and an inspiring real-life story. In this episode: Bethany Hamilton's brain scan results with Dr. Daniel Amen The science of post-traumatic growth How trauma can change the brain—for better or worse Faith, resilience, and the mindset behind extraordinary recovery Practical habits for building a healthier, more resilient brain Why purpose is one of the brain's greatest healing tools This isn't just a story of survival; it's a masterclass in becoming stronger because of what you've been through.

In this episode, Dr. Daniel Amen sits down with Stanley Cup and NHL champion Erik Johnson for a groundbreaking look inside Erik's concussion recovery. Using advanced SPECT imaging, Dr. Amen scans Erik's brain to reveal the hidden impact of his traumatic brain injury and maps areas of damage, dysfunction, and remarkable resilience that standard imaging often misses. Together, they walk through the results in real time, translating complex brain scans into a clear picture of what TBI actually does to blood flow, activity, and function. Erik gets an unflinching look at his own recovery — the progress made, the challenges still ahead, and what the science says is possible from here. This isn't just a conversation about brain injury. It's a rare, visual journey into what healing looks like from the inside out — offering hope, clarity, and actionable insight for anyone navigating their own recovery.

Hal Elrod survived a devastating car accident that left him clinically dead for six minutes and facing a future doctors thought he'd never recover from. Instead of allowing trauma to define him, he transformed it into extraordinary personal growth. In this conversation, Hal shares the mindset shifts, daily practices, and life-changing lessons that helped him move beyond survival and into post-traumatic growth. You'll discover how to find purpose after hardship, build resilience in the face of uncertainty, and use life's darkest moments as a catalyst for becoming your best self. In this episode: Hal's near-death experience and miraculous recovery The science and psychology of post-traumatic growth How trauma can become a turning point instead of an ending Practical tools for resilience, healing, and mental strength Why your greatest challenge may hold your greatest opportunity If you've ever experienced loss, adversity, or a life-changing setback, this episode offers hope and a roadmap for what's possible on the other side. For clinical help: www.amenclinics.com For more on Hal: https://halelrod.com/

As parents, we often care so much about our children's well-being that we will do whatever we can to make things easier for them. However, when we step in to fix our children's problems, are we helping them or hurting them? Dr. Amen reveals the approach you should consider when it comes to your kids' struggles to raise them to be mentally strong, confident adults. Want to schedule a visit? Our highly trained specialists can guide you through the process so you and your loved ones can get the help you deserve. https://www.amenclinics.com/... SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE BRAIN HEALTH NEWS & TIPS https://www.youtube.com/subscription_... If you or someone you know would like more information about Amen Clinics, please call us or visit https://www.amenclinics.com/.... Within the U.S. call 1-888-412-2713 Outside the U.S. call 1-949-266-3700 http://www.amenclinics.com/ https://www.brainmdhealth.com/

This in throwback episode, Dr. Amen and Tana Amen first began their relationship, Tana was carrying past trauma from her past experiences. Daniel suggested a unique treatment method for getting over trauma, but Tana wasn't convinced. Yet when she finally gave in and decided to give it a try, it changed everything. In this episode of the podcast, the Amens explain what EMDR is, and how it can help you to finally leave your traumas where they belong - in the past. If you or someone you know would like more information about Amen Clinics, please call us! Within the U.S. call 1-888-288-9834 Outside the U.S. call 1-949-266-3700 http://www.amenclinics.com/ https://www.brainmdhealth.com/ http://www.mybrainfitlife.com/ http://www.amenuniversity.com/