The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation teacher, and former actor who has spent over six years in silent retreat. In this moment, he explains how Buddhism offers a radically different way to relate to pain, and how we could be unknowingly feeding our own suffering. Drawing on his experiences of trauma, depression, and panic attacks, he shares an insightful approach to meeting grief, forgiveness, and emotional pain with compassion.

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Do you want to know why your relationship keeps failing? Divorce Lawyer James Sexton discusses relationship advice, the impact of AI on love, communication skills, why prenups are rising, and why people stay in toxic cycles! 

James Sexton is America's top divorce lawyer with over 2 decades of experience in divorce and family law. He is the founder of a private law firm, and bestselling author of books such as, 'How to Stay in Love' and 'If You're in My Office, It's Already Too Late'.

He explains: 

▪️The "yours, mine, ours" framework for a fair prenuptial agreement

▪️How AI companions and algorithms are quietly destroying human intimacy

▪️Why social media has become the ultimate infidelity-generating machine

▪️The 1 communication exercise involving a monk that saves marriages

▪️The "seven-year spike" that triggers automatic asset sharing

00:00 Intro

02:47 How to Avoid Ending Up in Divorce

06:28 When to Give a Relationship a Second Chance And When Not To

10:50 Why Prioritizing Your Partner Can Save Your Relationship

25:36 What Signals the Start of a Fading Relationship

30:47 What to Do When the Relationship Starts to Fall Apart

41:07 The Powerful Ritual Every Couple Should Practice

49:51 How Your Childhood Shapes the Way You Love

51:47 The Real Reason Relationships Fail And How to Stop It

58:30 Can Independent People Truly Find Lasting Love?

1:08:54 Are You Focused on the Wrong Things in Your Relationship?

1:13:54 How Addiction Blocks You From Feeling Love

1:15:00 Why You Shouldn’t Give Up on Love Even If It Hurts

1:20:36 Do Prenups Actually Make Marriages Stronger?

1:21:46 I'm Scared to Ask for a Prenup, Here’s What to Do

1:23:58 True Divorce Stories You Won’t Believe

1:29:37 Why a Prenup Might Be the Healthiest Choice for Your Marriage

1:44:01 Should You Get a Prenup for Your Pets?

1:47:31 Is Divorce Really Becoming More Common?

1:52:58 The #1 Mistake Couples Make After Marriage

1:56:44 Why Authenticity Is the Most Attractive Trait in Love

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Are you always tired? Sleep Expert Dr. Michael Breus breaks down the 4 chronotypes to master your sleep, how to fix insomnia, the truth about sleep apnea, and why the 8-hour myth is wrong!

Dr. Michael Breus is a clinical psychologist and a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine. He has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, served as a WebMD sleep expert, and is also the bestselling author of books such as, ‘Sleep Drink Breathe’.

He explains:

▪️The 4 chronotypes that dictate your ideal daily schedule

▪️Why waking up at 3am is a biological temperature spike

▪️The "3-2-1 Rule" for the perfect evening wind-down

▪️How alcohol blocks the brain’s glymphatic toxin clearance

▪️The exact pillow checklist to fix neck pain and snoring

(0:00) Intro
(4:14) What Your Dreams Say About Your Mind and Personality
(8:57) The "Caffeine Nap" That Supercharges You for 4 Hours
(12:50) Why You Need to Know Your Sleep Chronotype Now
(14:11) The Ideal Time to Have Sex—Backed by Science
(16:27) When to Drink Coffee for Maximum Focus and Energy
(21:03) Are You a Bear? Why Some Chronotypes Thrive Late Morning
(25:50) Does Aging Make Us Grumpier? The Sleep Connection
(26:46) Are Early School Start Times Hurting Our Kids’ Performance?
(31:03) The #1 Parenting Tip to Prevent Sleep Issues in Children
(33:43) How to Drink Alcohol Without Wrecking Your Sleep
(36:33) The Best Time to Drink—According to Your Chronotype
(37:48) What Happens When You Eat Right Before Bed
(39:20) Proven Relaxation Exercises That Help You Fall Asleep
(43:32) What the Ideal Sleep Environment Actually Looks Like
(47:14) How the Military Falls Asleep in 2 Minutes Flat
(52:39) These Smart Earphones Sync With Your Brainwaves to Improve Sleep
(57:06) Why Sleep Might Be in Crisis by 2026
(1:00:26) Ads
(1:02:16) 1 in 7 Have Sleep Apnea—and Most Don’t Know It
(1:04:31) 6 Hidden Signs You Might Have Sleep Apnea
(1:06:05) Should Couples Sleep Together or Apart? The Surprising Data
(1:07:28) Why Sleep Apnea Symptoms Differ Between Men and Women
(1:11:09) The Scary Health Dangers of Chronic Sleep Deprivation
(1:13:43) The Most Common Myths About Insomnia—Debunked
(1:18:45) How Sleep Problems Fuel Depression (And Vice Versa)
(1:20:40) The Big Lies You’ve Heard About Melatonin
(1:25:56) Kids Are Overdosing on Melatonin—Here’s What Parents Need to Know
(1:27:36) How to Beat Jet Lag Like a Pro Traveler
(1:31:35) The Hidden Dangers of Taking Melatonin Every Night
(1:34:13) This Is the Most Researched Sleep Supplement Ever
(1:36:14) Can Ashwagandha Really Calm Nighttime Overthinking?
(1:37:06) The Turkey and Milk Combo That Actually Promotes Sleep
(1:39:43) This Simple Banana Hack Could Help You Fall Asleep
(1:42:20) Why Vitamin D Is Crucial for Your Body’s Internal Clock
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(1:45:42) How to Build a Sleep Routine That Actually Works
(1:46:54) Should You Be Using a Wearable to Track Sleep?
(1:50:03) What Dreams Are Trying to Tell You (And Why It Matters)
(1:53:40) How to Reprogram Recurring Nightmares and Sleep Better
(2:00:06) The First Night Effect Is Real—Here’s Why You Should Care
(2:01:55) Why Fighting Before Bed Could Be Destroying Your Sleep
(2:06:18) The Most Surprising Time of Day to Fall in Love
(2:07:38) How to Find the Perfect Pillow in Just 4 Steps
(2:16:29) How to Prep Your Bedroom for Deep, Restorative Sleep
(2:20:12) What One Thing Would You Change About Healthcare?

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Sarah Wakeman is a physician and Medical Director specialising in substance use and addiction treatment, working on the front lines of alcohol-related harm. In this Moment, she breaks down what the science actually says about having just one drink, debunks old narratives and reveals what alcohol is really doing to the body.

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Alzheimer’s expert LOUISA NICOLA explains early Alzheimer’s risk, why creatine fuels brain energy and memory, deep sleep hacks, and why sitting is a silent killer!

Louisa Nicola is a leading neurophysiologist and human performance coach who studies the brain and nervous system. She is the founder of Neuro Athletics, a consulting firm that provides scientific strategies for cognitive performance, and is also currently finishing her PhD at the University of Washington. 

She explains:

▪️Why 70% of Alzheimer's patients are women

▪️The "leaky brain" warning signs you are ignoring

▪️Why menopause triggers a 30% drop in brain energy

▪️How 20 minutes of Zone 5 training reverses heart aging

▪️Why your "willpower muscle" shrinks without hard challenges

(0:00) Intro
(2:31) Why I’m on a Mission to Prevent Alzheimer’s for Millions
(2:58) Alzheimer’s Might Be More Preventable Than You Think
(4:34) How Lifestyle Habits Quietly Lead to Dementia
(8:43) Why Some Older Adults Stay Mentally Sharper Than the Young
(12:35) What Short-Form Content Is Doing to Your Brain
(13:47) The Hidden Cognitive Power of Exercise
(16:31) Why Strong Legs Might Be a Key to Brain Health
(17:23) How Resistance Training Rewires Your Brain
(21:08) Can Exercise Actually Help Suppress Cancer?
(22:58) The One Exercise That Shields Your Brain Over Time
(25:42) Can Aerobic Training Help Prevent Alzheimer’s?
(28:47) What Cardiovascular Health Really Means for Your Brain
(32:15) Why VO2 Max Could Predict How Long You’ll Live
(34:45) The Best Exercises for Long-Term Brain and Mental Health
(41:45) What to Do Right After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
(45:05) Why the Ketogenic Diet Could Benefit Perimenopausal Women
(50:12) What You Should Know About Hormone Replacement Therapy
(52:31) How to Find the Best HRT for Your Body and Brain
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(1:01:56) The Overlooked Link Between Sleep Loss and Alzheimer’s
(1:03:42) Why You Need to Rethink Your Sleep Habits Now
(1:07:01) Can Ashwagandha and Rhodiola Really Reduce Stress?
(1:10:02) The Most Potent Brain Supplement You’ve Never Tried
(1:14:04) How Vitamin D Supports Longevity and Brain Health
(1:15:03) The Most Affordable Way to Boost Brain and Body Function
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(1:36:27) Why Doing Hard Things Literally Grows Your Brain
(1:43:28) Are Chatbots Causing Brain Rot? Here’s What We Know
(1:49:03) The Truth Women Deserve to Hear About Their Health
(1:57:39) What Happens When You’re Obsessed With Your Mission

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