Episodes

  • Public Speaking Expert: Overcome the Fear That Silences Your Voice | ft. Salvatore Manzi HTS w/ DrG #412

    Public Speaking Expert: Overcome the Fear That Silences Your Voice | ft. Salvatore Manzi HTS w/ DrG #412
    Sep 1 2025
    Sponsored By: → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → LMNT | For an exclusive offer go to DrinkLMNT.com/DRG and get your free sample pack for Heal Thy Self listeners. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Most people fear public speaking more than anything else, but this terror can be transformed into your greatest communication asset. In this video, communication expert Salvatore Manzi reveals how losing his voice completely on stage led to developing a three-pillar framework that's helped analytical minds communicate with impact for over 20 years. The key insight? Shift from "What will they think of me?" to "How can I serve them?" because self-focused anxiety blocks access to your prepared content. The three pillars are Content (organizing information to stick), Delivery (using voice, gestures, and eye contact together), and Presence (the beliefs driving everything else). Salvatore shares practical techniques like box breathing, managing perfectionism, and using metaphors to make data memorable. Your voice matters, and there's no more important time than right now to share it. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Salvatore Manzi is a voice and confidence coach helping shy, introverted people find their power. A former terrified speaker turned transformational coach, he specializes in helping introverts stop being invisible and start being heard. With 20+ years of experience and wisdom from living in 17 cities across 8 countries, he transforms people who hate speaking into confident communicators. • LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvatorejmanzi • Website:https://www.salvatoremanzi.com/ • Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/salvatoremanzi/?hl=en Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:44 - Box Breathing Technique 6:04 - Why Public Speaking is the #1 Human Fear 10:17 - Data Overload vs. Connection 19:56 - The "Not About Me" Technique 31:20 - Taming Your Gremlins: Meet Perry the Perfectionist 38:43 - Handling the Sour Face in the Audience 45:22 - Vocal Variety and the Power of Metaphors
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    52 mins
  • Trauma Expert: Why You Can’t Think Your Way Out of Trauma | ft. Aimie Apigian HTS w/ DrG #411

    Trauma Expert: Why You Can’t Think Your Way Out of Trauma | ft. Aimie Apigian HTS w/ DrG #411
    Aug 28 2025
    Sponsored By: → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → BiOptimizers | For an exclusive offer go to bioptimizers.com/drg and use code DRG to get 15% OFF Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Trauma rewrites your nervous system at the cellular level, creating changes often mistaken for personality traits. When stress becomes inescapable, it triggers mitochondrial shutdown that affects energy production and explains sudden crashes. In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian breaks down the four stage pathway of startle, stress, freeze, and shutdown, where the crucial 15 second startle window determines whether responses become adaptive or automatic trauma patterns. She shares her retraining protocol using controlled activation and proper nervous system nutrition to rewire neural pathways faster than traditional methods. Her philosophy shifts from trauma focused excavation to life focused emergence, concentrating on living fully today rather than digging through past wounds. When your system has sufficient safety and resources, healing surfaces naturally through life's synchronicities. Stop trying to fix what's broken and start building what's alive. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D.Follow Doctor G on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in Preventive Medicine & Addiction Medicine and creator of The Biology of Trauma methodology. She's a leading medical expert on cellular-level trauma storage who pivoted from surgery to develop a revolutionary approach to understanding how trauma becomes stored in our biology, not just psychology. • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draimie/ • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimie-apigian • website: https://traumahealingaccelerated.com Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 8:04 - The Foster Care Story That Changed Everything 12:48 - "Mommy, I'm Going to Kill You Tomorrow" 32:47 - Witnessing Her Own Trauma Response in Real Time 36:43 - The Freeze Response: What Happens in Your Body 47:47 - Gazelle vs Lion: Evolution of Trauma Response 58:34 - The Dog Experiment: Why Mindset Work Isn't Enough 1:04:09 - Practical Exercise: Retrain Your Startle Response 1:14:22 - The Biology of Trauma Book Release
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • The Hidden Hormone Crisis: Modern Life is Rewiring Hormones in Humans | ft. Guy Citrin HTS w/ DrG #410

    The Hidden Hormone Crisis: Modern Life is Rewiring Hormones in Humans | ft. Guy Citrin HTS w/ DrG #410
    Aug 25 2025
    Sponsored By: → Puori | For an exclusive offer go to puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% OFF the already discounted subscription prices. → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. → BIRCH | For an exclusive offer go to birchliving.com/healthyself⁠ and get 27% OFF sitewide. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Modern hormonal dysfunction stems from environmental toxins, chronic stress, and lifestyle factors, but advanced testing and targeted interventions can restore optimal function. In this episode, hormone optimization expert Guy Citrin reveals how stress dominates hormone balance while plastic exposure acts as estrogen mimics, decreasing testosterone and contributing to rising infertility rates. He explains how microplastics embedded in tissues disrupt receptor function and can trigger hormone-dependent cancers. Guy breaks down why conventional blood tests tell an incomplete story and how the Dutch test's analysis of 52 hormone breakdown components reveals hundreds of dysfunction patterns, enabling precise interventions. Discover his clinical approach to testosterone optimization, the therapeutic potential of peptides for natural body modulation, and why quality sourcing determines results. The difference between feeling "normal" and feeling vital lies in the breakdown story your blood work isn't telling you. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Guy Citrin is a Naturopathic Doctor practicing integrative medicine in Los Angeles and co-founder of EndoAxis. He's a national speaker for Microbiome Labs and specializes in gut health, hormone optimization, and regenerative medicine. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askdrguy/ Primary practice website: https://www.doctorguy.com Timestamps:
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Doctor Reviews Top Collagen Powders (Best & Worst Revealed) | HTS w/ DrG #409

    Doctor Reviews Top Collagen Powders (Best & Worst Revealed) | HTS w/ DrG #409
    Aug 21 2025
    Sponsored By: → KION | For an exclusive offer go to https://GETKION.COM/DRG and get a 20% discount. → Cornbread Hemp | For an exclusive offer go to https://cornbreadhemp.com/drg and use promo code DRG for 30% OFF your first order! → JASPR | For an exclusive offer go to https://jaspr.co/DRG and get $200 OFF for a limited time. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ When we contacted collagen companies requesting basic safety documentation, most major brands either declined or never responded. Household names like Vital Proteins, Great Lakes Wellness, and Nordic Naturals wouldn't provide certificates proving their products are free from heavy metals and contaminants. This silence raises questions about what these companies might be hiding. The concern is legitimate because collagen comes from animal bones and connective tissue, where environmental toxins naturally accumulate. While clinical research supports collagen's benefits for skin and joint health, these positive effects mean nothing if the product contains harmful substances. Many consumers assume premium pricing or "grass-fed" labels guarantee safety, but these offer no protection against contamination. Only a small group of companies willingly shared comprehensive testing results. These brands proved transparency is possible in this industry. When choosing supplements you'll consume daily for months, safety documentation should be the minimum expectation, not the exception. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 0:48 - What is Collagen? The Complete Science Breakdown 3:06 - Do Collagen Supplements Actually Work? 4:41 - Hidden Dangers in Collagen Products 12:07 - Testing Standards: What We Demanded from Companies 13:35 - The Hall of Shame: 31 Companies That Failed 15:36 - The Top 11 Most Transparent Collagen Companies
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    22 mins
  • The One Question That Changes Everything in Therapy | ft. Elliott Connie HTS w/ DrG #408

    The One Question That Changes Everything in Therapy | ft. Elliott Connie HTS w/ DrG #408
    Aug 18 2025
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Go to birchliving.com/healthyself to get 20% OFF your Birch mattress, plus 2 free pillows. Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Transformational healing happens when we stop rehashing past problems and start focusing intensely on what we want to become. Solution-focused therapy flips conventional approaches by asking "What do you want?" instead of "What's wrong?" creating immediate forward momentum toward desired change rather than endless analysis of trauma and dysfunction. In this groundbreaking episode, therapist Elliott Connie reveals how one revolutionary question transforms lives: "What are your best hopes from talking to me?" This instantly directs attention toward desired outcomes rather than problems. Human beings are programmed to move toward whatever they focus on - where you look, your life follows, just like drivers unconsciously steering toward accidents they're observing. We explore his approach on why problem-focused therapy keeps people stuck while solution-focused methods create exponential transformation.Hope isn't wishful thinking; it's the most practical tool that rewrites your entire life story. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Elliott Connie, MA, LPC is a Texas-based psychotherapist and world-renowned expert in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT). With over 15 years of clinical experience, he's the founder of The Solution Focused Universe and author of multiple books including "The Solution Focused Brief Therapy Diamond." Website: https://elliottconnie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elliottspeaks/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliott-connie-852b787/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction 1:04 - Elliott's Mental Health Superpowers and Core Philosophy 6:04 - The Breakfast Club Controversy: Reframing Child "Disrespect" 12:26 - From People Pleasing to Speaking Your Truth 16:04 - Why Traditional Therapy Keeps You Stuck in Problems 23:21 - The Power of "What Do You Want?" vs "What's Wrong?" 28:10 - Future-Focused Couples Therapy That Actually Works 35:39 - The 2020 Breakdown: When Hope Saved Everything 43:01 - Finding Hope in Dark Moments 46:00 - Facing Racism in the Mental Health Field 52:08 - Change Your Questions, Change Your Life
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    55 mins
  • How Eating With the Seasons Boosts Energy & Digestion | ft. Nidhi Pandya HTS w/ DrG #407

    How Eating With the Seasons Boosts Energy & Digestion | ft. Nidhi Pandya HTS w/ DrG #407
    Aug 14 2025
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ Your body already knows how to heal. It's a remembrance of ancient wisdom that animals instinctively understand but we've forgotten. True health transformation happens when we maintain an optimal warm, moist internal environment through conscious food choices, seasonal eating, and emotional regulation. Cold protein smoothies in the morning? They're working against your digestive fire when your body needs warming most. In this transformative episode, Ayurvedic physician Dr. Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya reveals how growing up in a 14 person joint family with an Ayurvedic healer grandfather taught her that health principles are universal laws like gravity that remain constant as long as Earth maintains its rotation. These sage scientists accessed nature's intelligence through meditation, discovering truths that apply across all traditional cultures. Dr. Pandya shares practical approaches: pre workout body oiling (ancient wrestler tradition) that transforms exercise recovery, eating your largest meal at lunch when digestive fire peaks, and seasonal eating that aligns with nature's rhythms. Her 21 day transformation framework from "Your Body Already Knows" offers gentle implementation with self-compassion rather than rigid discipline. The path back to health isn't complex protocols. It's remembering what animals instinctively know about warm, moist, loving care. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ About Our Guest: Dr. Nidhi Bhanshali Pandya is a certified Ayurvedic Doctor and creator of the Inner Climate Method®. A third-generation practitioner with 15 years of experience, she's the bestselling author of "Your Body Already Knows" and has been featured in Vogue, NBC News, and FOX News. Website: https://nidhi.me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/my_ayurvedic_life/ Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 6:01 - The Ancient Origins of Ayurvedic Wisdom 12:22 - How to Eat Seasonally in Modern Life 18:03 - The Three Doshas Explained Simply 26:05 - The Cold Morning Smoothie Problem Revealed 32:11 - Pre-Workout Body Oiling Technique 37:04 - Creating Your Optimal Inner Climate 42:46 - Warm & Moist: The Secret to Perfect Health 50:32 - Your Body Already Knows
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    55 mins
  • How Healing Your Energy Field Aligns You & Integrates Trauma l ft. Igor Galibov HTS w/ DrG #406

    How Healing Your Energy Field Aligns You & Integrates Trauma l ft. Igor Galibov HTS w/ DrG #406
    Aug 11 2025
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit timeline.com/DRG and use code DRG to get 20% OFF Visit https://jaspr.co/DRG and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/ True healing addresses energetic disruptions in our multi-dimensional bodies, where disease begins as electrical pulse disruption between mind and organ. By integrating our shadow and aligning with source consciousness, we reclaim wholeness. In this episode, spiritual healer Igor Galibov shares his transformation through spiritual surgery in Brazil at age 24. During an out-of-body experience, he witnessed the procedure from behind the healer while simultaneously being operated on. Within six months, all physical ailments - polyps, allergies, rashes completely disappeared, and his consciousness expanded to see energy, travel dimensions, and perceive future events. Disease originates in five energy bodies before manifesting physically. The key to healing? Befriending our darkness, the ignored aspects of ourselves needing awareness. When we invite these traits in with love and curiosity, darkness transforms into light. Igor explores Jesus and Mary Magdalene as twin souls whose sacred union created dimensional portals through unified masculine-feminine consciousness. The path to wholeness: heal fragmented aspects, unite inner energies, and remember we are the universe experiencing itself. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalezhttps://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/ Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction & Personal Roots in New York 04:38 - Igor Joins the Show + Rapid Fire Questions 06:14 - Spiritual Awakening in Brazil 09:39 - Experiencing Energy and Multi-Dimensional Travel 12:14 - Deep Meditation, Higher Beings & Inner Schooling 14:56 - Chakras, Emotional Imprints & Origins of Illness 17:40 - Full Activation & Reset After Brazil Surgery 21:30 - Emotional Programming and Cancer as a Teacher 28:16 - Jesus, Christ Consciousness & True Healing 42:59 - Time, Timelines & The Causal Body
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    1 hr and 17 mins
  • How Phones & Porn Are Quietly Rewiring Your Brain & Body l ft. Dr. Trish Leigh HTS w/ DrG #405

    How Phones & Porn Are Quietly Rewiring Your Brain & Body l ft. Dr. Trish Leigh HTS w/ DrG #405
    Aug 7 2025
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Visit ⁠bioptimizers.com/drg⁠ and use code DRG to get 15% OFF Visit ⁠https://⁠⁠jaspr.co/DRG⁠ and use code DRG for $200 OFF for a limited time Sign up for our newsletter! ⁠https://drchristiangonzalez.com/newsletter/⁠ Our brains are being rewired by constant exposure to supernormal stimuli - digital content like porn, social media, and short-form video that flood the brain with dopamine, impair focus and intimacy, and literally shrink brain structures. The good news? With intentional use and neurofeedback, we can restore brain function and reclaim our attention. In this episode, neuroscientist Dr. Trish Leigh reveals how "supernormal stimuli" are hijacking our dopamine systems. Pornography produces up to 400% dopamine increase (nearly cocaine-level at 450%), while screens resonate at 60 Hz, pushing brain activity into overdrive. Healthy calm focus operates at 10 Hz, but prolonged screen exposure creates the "wired-and-tired" brain simultaneous fast and slow brainwave activity leading to anxiety, poor focus, and depression. Dr. Leigh reveals how excessive screen time creates measurable brain dysfunction. Her solution: intentional balance and neurofeedback to restore optimal brainwave patterns. Recovery is possible at any age by replacing digital stimulation with real-world experiences. Don't let technology control you, learn to control it. This episode provides the roadmap to reclaim your brain and your life. Be sure to like and subscribe to #HealThySelf Hosted by Doctor Christian Gonzalez N.D. Follow Doctor G on Instagram @doctor.gonzalez⁠https://www.instagram.com/doctor.gonzalez/⁠ Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro & Phone Addiction Revealed 01:55 – Supernormal Stimuli Explained 05:53 – Rewiring of the Brain Over 10 Years 10:27 – “Wired But Tired”: How Screens Drain Us 15:36 – Brain Shrinkage & Dopamine Dysfunction 23:16 – Real-Life Balance vs Digital Overload 30:03 – Devices Ranked by Brain Impact 36:43 – Porn, OnlyFans & Dopamine Addiction 45:18 – Neurofeedback & Brain Rewiring Solutions 52:40 – Sleep, Dopamine, and Nighttime Disruption
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    1 hr and 3 mins