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Mark Johnson's book “Life As Play” chronicles his sixty-year spiritual odyssey with some of the most fascinating spiritual teachers of the last half-century.  Mark Johnson's book “Life As Play” chronicles his sixty-year spiritual odyssey with some of the most fascinating spiritual teachers of the last half-century. His travels take him from the mountains of Pennsylvania to exotic temples in China, Tibet, France, and eventually to the wild and dangerous hills of Malibu, California.According to Mark, the stereotype of spiritual life is often considered dull, boring, and strait-laced is absurd! In Life as Play, Johnson traces his spiritual development and explains how laughter, fun, sex, chaos, and paradox were instrumental in what he calls 'playing with enlightenment.' Mark Johnson is a semi-retired Tai Ji and Chi Gung instructor and healer. Mark has studied and practiced Eastern Philosophy for over 45 years and has apprenticed with some of the most prominent Vedanta, Zen, and Daoist teachers in the world. He has been a member and research subject at the Institute of Noetic Sciences for nearly 15 years.We hit 500 episodes this week! And we couldn't have done it without each and every one of our listeners, we are so grateful for you! On that note, Dr. Susanne will be taking the summer off from the podcast for some RV travels and a long-awaited trip back to South Korea with her mother! Expect new episodes to come back in the fall, and until then, enjoy your summer! 

What if our bodies and health are not as static and mechanical as we’ve been taught to believe?  What if we are able to play a dynamic role in shaping our overall health, and utilize our body’s natural intelligence to activate our inner radiance? What if our bodies and health are not as static and mechanical as we’ve been taught to believe?  What if we are able to play a dynamic role in shaping our overall health, and utilize our body’s natural intelligence to activate our inner radiance?  What if electricity is the missing element in our current model of health and well-being?Well, we're diving into something new this week on Wellness For Life; tuning the human biofield and using our own electromagnetism to recharge, rewire and raise our voltage!Eileen Day McKusick has been researching the many facets of health and human potential for the past 35 years. In 1996, she picked up her first set of tuning forks and began incorporating them into her massage therapy practice. After witnessing the positive effects on her clients, she began researching the effects of therapeutic sound on the human body and energy field, ultimately creating the sound therapy method of Biofield Tuning. Eileen is also the founder of Biofield Tuning Institute, which conducts grant-funded, peer-reviewed, and published research on the human biofield in partnership with other research organizations.She tells us all about how she got into this practice, how it works, the power of the outdoors, and auras.

We all strive for a vibrant, joyful life, but many factors and stressors can get in the way of that. We all strive for a vibrant, joyful life, but many factors and stressors can get in the way of that.So today we have on the show Dr. Susanne's good friend Dr. Evelyne Leone. She is the founder of the Institute of Conscious Health, is a board-certified expert physician in Anti Aging, Functional and Regenerative Medicine, and also holds certifications in Brain Fitness, Ayurvedic Medicine, Yoga, and Reiki. She combines conventional, holistic medicine, and mind-body practices to address chronic and diseases, prevent disease, and slow down the aging process.Her new book Into The Heart of Health, she says is "a concise book that everyone could benefit from in a practical way rather than a medical encyclopedia, yet I wanted it to carry a soulful message about self-love and self-care that would be transformative to the reader." We talk all about her book today, keeping your body in balance with movement, connecting with your body, and guides us through a mind-body scan. 

Studies have shown that regions with low COVID 19 fatality rates eat large quantities of fermented foods. This is a perfect example of the gut-immune connection, and how food really is medicine! Studies have shown that regions with low COVID 19 fatality rates eat large quantities of fermented foods. This is a perfect example of the gut-immune connection, and how food really is medicine! Dr. Emeran Mayer is a gastroenterologist, lecturer, author, editor, neuroscientist, documentary filmmaker, and professor in the Departments of Medicine, Physiology, and Psychiatry at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.Throughout his career – both in his research and clinical practice, Mayer has pursued a Buddhist philosophy of interconnectedness, balance, and compassion. He has explored ancient healing practices of primal people around the world, of Native Americans and those in the Traditional Chinese and Aryuvedic tradition, and has always strived to integrate the wisdom of these traditions with the discoveries of modern science.Today we'll talk about his latest book The Gut-Immune Connection, how gut microbes are active participants in the communications between your brain and your gut, Why a diet that is optimal for your gut microbes is also best for your brain health, How to “listen to your gut” and be mindful of the signals your body is sending you, and of course, kimchi.

We have a very special guest on Wellness For Life today, Alan Arkin! We have a very special guest on Wellness For Life today, Alan Arkin! He's starred on Broadway, television, almost 60 films and has won almost every acting award in North America. But today he will be diving into his new book Out of My Mind: (Not Quite a Memoir). In this encore episode from November 2020, Alan and Dr. Susanne talk spiritual journeys, looking to nature for answers, and get into the nitty-gritty of his latest book. 

Do you often forget a person’s name minutes after meeting them? Are you easily distracted? In the digital age we now live in, it can be difficult to stay focused.Do you often forget a person’s name minutes after meeting them? Are you easily distracted? In the digital age we now live in, it can be difficult to stay focused. Besides all the digital distractions, there may be other factors contributing to our lack of concentration: Poor nutrition, inadequate sleep, and dehydration maybe just some of the reasons why your mental focus is less sharp. Well, Dr. David Calabro is here to help us out today. He works out of Linwood NJ and has his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life University in Marietta, Georgia, as well as his certification in Clinical Nutrition from the Clinical Nutrition Certification Board in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Calabro is also trained in the practice of fasting patients who wish to undergo prolonged, water-only detoxification fast.

There are a million reasons to procrastinate things on your to-do list: anxiety, not wanting to tackle a difficult conversation, finding better more fun things to do! But whatever the reason, procrastination keeps us from moving forward and away from living our best lives. There are a million reasons to procrastinate things on your to-do list: anxiety, not wanting to tackle a difficult conversation, finding better more fun things to do! But whatever the reason, procrastination keeps us from moving forward and away from living our best lives. Known as the “Virtual Stress Doc,” Dr. Alice Fong, ND,  helps busy professionals break free from their stress and anxiety so that they can focus on what matters to them using a 5-step holistic approach. She is the founder and CEO of Amour de Soi Wellness, which offers one-on-one wellness programs, corporate wellness workshops, e-learning, and resilience training courses. This episode is chock full of tips on how to stop procrastinating once and for all! With ideas like how to prioritize your tasks, putting things in your calendar, and how to motivate yourself.And text YES to 66866 for more tools & tips sent directly to your phone! 

Getting older is inevitable, but studies show that as we age we tend to gain 1-2 pounds per YEAR, which could ultimately lead to serious heart problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes.Getting older is inevitable, but studies show that as we age we tend to gain 1-2 pounds per YEAR, which could ultimately lead to serious heart problems, high blood pressure, and diabetes. Dr. Mimi Secor has been a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Women’s Health, for over 40 years. She is a popular National Speaker and Consultant, educating advanced practice clinicians and consumers around the country and the world. She is also the author of Debut a New You: Transforming Your Life at Any Age. She is here to tell us how healthy aging is possible, managing a stressful life and maintaining healthy habits, the problem with yoyo dieting, how to stop it, and the importance of weight lifting as your age.  Download a FREE copy of Dr. Mimi's book here, and check out her app by texting DRMIMI to 36260.

Anger affects us not only emotionally, but mentally and physically as well.Anger affects us not only emotionally, but mentally and physically as well. Anger triggers the body's fight or flight response, stimulating the adrenals to flood the body with stress hormones. But studies show a barrage of stress chemicals can eventually cause health problems like skin and gut problems, as well as many more. Carol Barkes has an MBA in Conflict Management and Negotiation and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in peak performance psychology with an emphasis in Neuroscience and Conflict Management. Her approach to conflict is brain-based, so her information is fresh, relevant, and highly effective. She joins us to talk about her 7 steps to anger management, including exploring the root of your anger, reframing your thoughts, creating your own CRAP board, and limiting your exposure to negative things that you cannot control. 

Are you struggling to conceive? If so, you are not alone. 1 in 8 couples has difficulty getting and staying pregnant in the US, even if they are healthy people. Are you struggling to conceive? If so, you are not alone. 1 in 8 couples has difficulty getting and staying pregnant in the US, even if they are healthy people. According to Dr. Robert Kiltz, many people underestimate the serious impact that diet lifestyle, and stress have on fertility.Dr. Robert Kiltz is Founder and Director of CNY Fertility, ranked among the top ten fertility centers in the nation, with over 300 employees, and chapters in six locations including Atlanta and Montreal.Listen as the doctors discuss how younger people are having more fertility problems these days, lifestyle & diet changes to boost fertility, cholesterol & hormone production, and eating one meal / one snack a day. 

Have you ever had a food coma? You must have. That drowsy feeling and fatigue after a huge, huge meal. But did you know food can affect your brain and mental health, even if it's not a Thanksgiving feast that puts you to sleep? Have you ever had a food coma? You must have. That drowsy feeling and fatigue after a huge, huge meal. But did you know food can affect your brain and mental health, even if it's not a Thanksgiving feast that puts you to sleep?Today we have Dr. Uma Naidoo on the show, a triple threat in the food space, as an awarded board-certified psychiatrist at Harvard Medical School, professional chef, nutrition specialist and author of the recently released This is Your Brain on Food: An Indispensable Guide to the Surprising Foods that Fight Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, OCD, ADHD, and More. The book provides a roadmap to the dietary choices that most impact mental health and today on Wellness for Life, Dr. Uma discusses the cutting-edge data that explains how food contributes to our mental health and the science behind the ways a healthy diet can help treat and prevent a wide range of psychological and cognitive health issues. 

A lack of exercise can make you feel lethargic, fatigued, and weary. As it progresses, along with it can come depression and decreased motivation. A lack of exercise can make you feel lethargic, fatigued, and weary. As it progresses, along with it can come depression and decreased motivation.Well, our guest today believes that some rest can be sacred, and is here to talk about the 7 types of rest you need to be your most productive, as well as her new book Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity.Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is an author, speaker, and board-certified physician. She has an active medical practice in Alabama (near the Birmingham area), and a national and international media resource on the mind, body, spirit connection and has been featured in Women's Day, Redbook, and First For Women magazine. We'll hear about all types of rest (that arent just sleeping), practicing brain dumping, and relaxing in the busyness of modern society. 

Do you or your loved ones have any of these symptoms at home or in their office: sneezing often, runny nose, itchy eyes, or a cough? Fatigue or difficulty focusing? all f these symptoms can be due to mold! Do you or your loved ones have any of these symptoms at home or in their office: sneezing often, runny nose, itchy eyes, or a cough? Fatigue or difficulty focusing? all f these symptoms can be due to mold!The average person takes 20,000 breaths per day and each one is an opportunity to put pollutants into your lungs and body and to increase health risks if you are exposed to air pollution—and chances are the air in your home is making you sick, increasing your risk to be hospitalized from COVID, and causing your asthma and allergies, according to international mold expert and speaker for the Indoor Air Quality Association, Michael Rubino.Michael Rubino aka The Mold Medic. He is the authority on mold remediation. As President of All American Restoration, Rubino specializes in working with people who are immunocompromised or have acute and sustained reactions to mold exposure. Listen today as he talks about the type of molds to look for in your house and how they can affect you.

Teaching kids to eat right can be tricky. You don't want to turn every meal into a lecture, but waiting too long could result in unhealthy eating habits. Teaching kids to eat right can be tricky. You don't want to turn every meal into a lecture, but waiting too long could result in unhealthy eating patterns. But Kathryn Guylay wants to make the process easier, even fun! Her work uses the power of peer to peer messaging, augmented reality, and imagination to teach healthy habits to our kids.  Kathryn is a speaker, certified nutritional counselor, and coach with a master’s degree in business administration (MBA). She is a serial entrepreneur in both the nonprofit and for-profit sectors. She serves as a Board member and Mentor for a business accelerator/incubator (the Ketchum Innovation Center). She is also the award-winning and bestselling author of two books, Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life Lessons from the Slopes and Give It a Go, Eat a Rainbow (a children’s picture book). Kathryn credits her family for her continued passion for nutrition and healthy living.In this episode, Kathryn talks about her nonprofit Nurture, making learning interactive, eating the rainbow, and how to make a picky eater the solution to the problem.

As research into the benefits of cannabis continues, and stigmas around the drug fall to the wayside, there are so many issues that can be eased by this plant. Sleep difficulties being one of them. As research into the benefits of cannabis continues, and stigmas around the drug fall to the wayside, there are so many issues that can be eased by this plant. Sleep difficulties being one of them. Well, Dr. Jordan Tishler is one of our favorite guests and our show's cannabis expert, and is back on today telling us how cannabis can help many sleep issues.  Dr. Tishler is a Harvard-trained cannabis specialist and CEO/CMO of inhaleMD, a Boston-based patient-focused clinical practice. Today he'll talk about some of the most common sleep issues that can be alleviated by cannabis, the difference in approach to those who have difficulties falling asleep vs staying asleep, pain management, and more.

With all of our focus on the COVID-19 pandemic, we are forgetting about another ongoing fight - a lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle.With all of our focus on the COVID-19 pandemic, we are forgetting about another ongoing fight - a lack of exercise and a sedentary lifestyle.  Remember the expression “sitting is the new smoking”? This phenomenon still rings true and it has gotten worse because of COVID-19. One of the many negative effects of the pandemic is that it has made Americans even more sedentary - and the effects of this are long lasting. With the continued rising number of Coronavirus cases, more people are staying home, working remotely, and getting less exercise, and simply not moving enough. Dr. Zvi Pearlstein is a medical doctor and pioneer in the world of holistic wellness and pain management, as well as a best selling author. He joins Dr. Susanne to talk about sitting vs. standing (spoiler alert: neither are the answer really), achieving optimal range of motion in your neck, and some of his inventions to help us get moving!

Memory loss is embarrassing and creates a lot of fear in people. No one wants to suffer from dementia or loss of cognitive ability. Memory loss is embarrassing and creates a lot of fear in people. No one wants to suffer from dementia or loss of cognitive ability.But you can eat to support your brain health and reduce the risk of memory loss.Top 5 Foods for Brain Health Caviar: Contains a unique blend of Omega-3s, B vitamins, minerals, protein, and antioxidants. If you don’t like caviar, eat fish daily. Flaxseeds and hemp seeds are good substitutes for vegans. Dark, leafy greens: Rich in disease-fighting nutrients and fiber. Berries: Contain antioxidants and have a low glycemic index. Extra virgin olive oil: Rich in Omega-3s, vitamin E, and monosaturated fat. Water: Hydrates the brain so energy can be generated Listen as Dr. Lisa Mosconi joins Dr. Susanne Bennett to discuss how nutrition contributes to brain health.

You can try all the diets, fads, workouts on TikTok, and more, but sometimes achieving optimal wellness goes even deeper than just eating healthy. There's that certain spark that some people have; a warmth and magnetism in their personality, the room really does light up when they walk in.You can try all the diets, fads, workouts on TikTok, and more, but sometimes achieving optimal wellness goes even deeper than just eating healthy. There's that certain spark that some people have; a warmth and magnetism in their personality, the room really does light up when they walk in. Dr. Lisa Koche joins us once again on Wellness For Life today. She is a triple boarded in Internal Medicine, Bariatrics, and Anti-Aging and Regenerative medicine, and best selling author of Get Lit. Listen as these ladies dive into what it means to "get lit," her own complicated wellness journey, creating a positive mindset for growth, dehydration and structuring your water, and much much more!

Are you getting enough sulfur in your diet? Sulfur, the “forgotten mineral,” is rarely discussed by healthcare professionals. This mineral is important for muscle and joint integrity, cellular detoxification, and more.You may have a sulfur deficiency. Artificial fertilizers don’t contain sulfur, which means our food supply lacks sulfur.Seafood, grass-fed beef, and organic eggs are good sources of sulfur. High-sulfur vegetables include garlic, onions, and cruciferous vegetables.Listen to this encore episode from 2018 as Dr. Stephanie Seneff joins Dr. Susanne Bennett to discuss the importance of sulfur for optimal wellness.

Dr. Jordan Tishler is back on the show to continue our conversation on the many benefits of medicinal cannabis. Today we're talking about your sex life, and how many common issues can be relieved in the bedroom, with a little cannabis. Dr. Jordan Tishler is back on the show to continue our conversation on the many benefits of medicinal cannabis. Today we're talking about your sex life, and how many common issues can be relieved in the bedroom, with a little cannabis. Dr. Tishler is a Harvard-trained cannabis specialist and CEO/CMO of inhaleMD, a Boston-based patient-focused clinical practice. This is a newer field in terms of cannabis use, but can show some drastic results! Dr. Tishler talks with Dr. Susanne about how using it can help lift roadblocks in your sex life, the different strains we hear about, the problem with current treatments for sexual dysfunctions, the important timing of edibles, and the pros and cons of heading to your local dispensary.