Untangle

Learn from the best! Hear insights, experiences and expertise from thought leaders, authors, psychologists, neuroscientists, nutritionists, mindfulness teachers, business pioneers and more. We cover everything related to mental, emotional, physical and brain heath. Whether it's traditional, alternative or holistic...we've got it. Improve your stress level, memory, habits, relationship, focus, leadership style and more. Big conversations to tackle life's biggest challenges. Learn many different strategies to live your best life. Join host Patricia Karpas weekly. Untangle is the podcast from muse, the Brain Sensing Headband dedicated to unlocking your brain's potential and revolutionizing health, and Meditation Studio, the five star app.

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April 16 · 31 min
Here's How to Live a Life with More Purpose and Peace. With Melli O'brien
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode our guest is Melli Obrien. Melli is a devoted meditation teacher and practitioner from Australia, known worldwide as Mrs. Mindfulness. Her mission is to help us lead more conscious and connected lives with more peace and purpose. She shares wisdom from her program, The Art of Mindful Living, where she teaches life-changing tools that have the power to transform us. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 14 · 48 min
How Emotional Health Impacts Longevity (and how to Optimize it!). With Elisha Goldstein
Emotional health is often overlooked in conversations about wellness—but what if it’s actually the foundation of everything? In today’s episode, we welcome back Psychologist and Bestselling Author Elisha Goldstein to explore his powerful new book called Tiny Shift: How Emotional Health Transforms Stress, Relationships, and Longevity. We talk about how and why chronic low-grade stress may be the biggest hidden threat to our well-being. Elisha shares a refreshing and practical approach to emotional resilience that he calls “tiny shifts”—small, doable practices that help interrupt stress loops, regulate your nervous system, and build lasting mental and physical health. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in negative thought patterns, or unsure why you can’t follow through on the habits you know are good for you, this conversation offers a science-backed, compassionate path forward. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse the brain sensing headband. Use code Untangle 15 for your discount. Thanks to our sponsors: Quince, Strawberry.me, Born Shoes, Welleco, Shopify, Fabletics. Resource: Elishagoldstein.com See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 13 · 8 min
Meditation Monday. Optimal Flow State. WIth Cara Bradley.
Welcome to a special edition of Untangle, Meditation Mondays. We’re taking this time to share meditations from our sister app, Meditation Studio. We know that life gets messy and, when it does, Meditation is here to help us find a sense of calm and inner peace. Whether you’re facing daily work or relationships stress, unexpected challenges, or just want to improve focus, we hope meditation Monday’s will be your go to for a weekly guided meditation treat. And if you’re craving more…which I always do…the Meditation Studio app offers over 800 expert-guided meditations from over 75 of the world’s top meditation experts. And best of all…Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 9 · 34 min
Want to Learn How to Heal Yourself? Here's What it Takes. With Joe Dispenza
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode, our guest is Dr. Joe Dispenza, a New York Times bestselling author, researcher, and educator is driven by the conviction that each of us has the potential for greatness and unlimited abilities--including the ability to heal ourselves. He shares how he healed himself after a devastating bike accident and the mind-body work he's continued to do to help others. Thanks to our sponsors: Quince, Strawberry.me, Fabletics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 7 · 43 min
The Power of Breath to Energize, Calm, Shift Your Mood and More. With James Nestor
This is a favorite encore…with Ariel interviewing James Nestor — Author of Breath…The New Science of a Lost Art. . There are so many great nuggets in this episode. You’ll learn that the way you breathe can energize or relax you? That a simple hack can help with snoring and sleep apnea? That your lung volume can relate to your longevity, and that your lung volume can be expanded with simple exercises? Resources: mrjamesnestor.com As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brain's potential and revolutionizing health and Meditation Studio the five star app. Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio Transform your brain's potential with 15% off Muse. Use code UNTANGLE15 at checkout or visit choosemuse.com/UNTANGLE15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
April 2 · 52 min
Finding Love and Relieving Relationship Stress During Difficult Times. With Stan Tatkin.
In Today’s throwback Thursday encore episode Ariel Garten, Co founder of Muse, interviews Stan Tatkin, legendary relationship therapist and author of Wired for Dating and Wired for Love. This interview actually took place during covid when Relationship stress was at an all time high. He introduces some amazing tools to ease the tension with your partner…and they are not JUST for during covid. He teaches techniques to break the tension and return to a place of caring for each other. These are Valuable relationship insights for today and always, whether you've been together for years, or are just at the beginning. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 31 · 44 min
Living with Less Regret: Tools for Releasing Fear, Finding Courage, Moving Forward. With Margie Warrell
What if the thing holding you back isn’t actually your ability at all… but your FEAR. Today’s guest is Margie Warrell, Leaderships Advisor, Keynote Speaker and Author of The Courage Gap, Five Steps to braver Action. So what is the courage gap?? She describes it as that space between who you are and who you want to be AND how fear quietly fills that space with things that hold us back like perfectionism, people pleasing and that critic in your head that says “I’m not ready yet” or I’m not good enough. Margie shares why even brilliant, capable people get stuck, how to tell the difference between courage and recklessness, and why self-compassion can be a conduit to courage. We also dive into her practical tools—like “one brave minute”—to help you take the first imperfect step, regulate your nervous system, and start focusing on what you want more than what you fear. In this episode, we cover: Why capable, intelligent people still struggle with fear and stuckness The difference between brave vs. reckless (discernment over bravado) How fear disguises itself as perfectionism, control, proving, and over-functioning “Vital lies”: the soothing mistruths that keep you playing too safe Why many women are socialized to wait until they’re “ready,” and how to break that pattern A practical way to reframe your inner story using Margie’s “3 P” test (powerful, positive, purposeful) How to work with fear (not eradicate it) and regulate your nervous system Resource: margiewarrell.com As always, we’re untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband that helps to transform your brain potential. Use code Untangle15 for your discount. Grateful for our sponsors, as always. Quince, Fabletics, Rula, Strawberry.me, Welleco. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 30 · 16 min
A Guided Meditation on the Gifts, Benefits and Value of a Growth Mindset
Welcome to another meditation edition of Untangle.I’m excited to introduce you to Shawn Moore. Shawn is a meditation and yoga teacher, and loves to create spaces for stillness and self-inquiry to help leaders and all of us… align our strengths, intention, and impact. Today’s meditation lives in the Optimal Brain States Collection on the Muse app. Shawn leads all of the community initiatives at Muse and is passionate about bringing people together to connect, learn and be inspired by one another. Today’s meditation is about the gifts of a growth vs. fixed mindset. He invites us to leave lot’s of room for reflection here. My favorite part? He asks us to ponder this question. How do you react when working outside your comfort zone? Head over to choosemuse.com to check out his meditations on the Muse app. Use Untangle15 for your discount code. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 27 · 37 min
A Classic Dan Harris Interview about Anxiety and (how to be) 10% Happier. With Dan Harris.
Welcome to Untangle throwback Thursday, This interview with Dan Harris was recorded 10 years ago, one of our first. But it’s pure Dan…big heart and funny sense of humor. And humility. Dan Harris was then an ABC News Anchor and the author of the books "10% Happier" and "Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics." He’s funny and honest, and shares how meditation has helped him handle conflict and everyday annoyances with those who matter most in his life. I think he's taught most of us more about meditation and anxiety than almost anyone. He discusses tools for learning meditation--especially for those who say they can’t sit still (like most of us.) Now, here’s one of our first episodes and with Dan Harris. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 24 · 40 min
Burnout Recovery Tools: Reduce Stress and Build More Joy In Your Life. With Amy Leneker.
Today's guest is Amy Leneker, Author of Cheers to Monday, The Surprisingly Simple Method to Lead and Live with Less Stress and More Joy. Amy is refreshing, joyful —and deeply practical—in this conversation about stress, burnout, and how to stop living your workweek as a countdown to Friday. My favorite quote? Make more space for joy. Amy shares the wake-up call that changed everything for her, and became her personal turning point. She takes us through the heart of her approach, the Unstressing Method—which includes See, Sort, and Solve—a simple framework designed to help people identify what’s driving their stress, categorize it into actionable types, and choose a clear next step instead of spiraling into overthinking. Something we all know very well. The conversation also tackles why common workplace “solutions” can backfire and how leaders can create cultures of well-being where people feel safe, connected, and able to grow. This all applies to families, as well as the workplace. Most importantly, Amy makes a compelling case for putting joy back on the calendar—not as fluff or denial, but as a real resilience tool. If you’ve ever felt stuck in overwork, people-pleasing, or constant urgency, this episode offers concrete tools to help you reset how you work, lead, and live—starting with Monday. Resource: Amyleneker.com A special thank you to our amazing sponsors: Quince, Rula, Welleco, Strawberry.me, Fabletics. We couldn't do this with out you. As always, we're Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband designed to transform your brains potential. Check out choosemuse.com and use Untangle15 for your discount. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 19 · 48 min
The Neurobiology (and the U-Curve) of Happiness. You Might be Surprised! With Tobias Esch
In Todays throwback Thursday episode, we have encore guest. Dr. Tobias Esch. He is a primary care physician, pioneer in holistic general medicine, and expert in the neurobiology of happiness. He shaped mind-body medicine and integrative health in Germany and as Visiting Professor at Harvard Medical School. He has published more than 300 scientific works. His background is in primary care, neurobiology, and positive psychology and his work focus has been on promoting good health, patient activation and behavior change. In this interview we dive into his Happiness Model, and what he calls the U Curve of happiness which is both surprising and fascinating. The good news is that happiness can be shaped through practice. Life satisfaction and happiness are both deep feeling states, but he defines them differently. His wisdom is cultivated through a rich blend of neuroscience, medicine, positive psychology, mindfulness, gratitude, stillness, and acceptance. He believes in listening deeply and connecting with his patients to uncover what might be beyond the obvious See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 17 · 55 min
The Science of Revenge: Why Getting Even Feels (so!) Good—and How to Overcome it. With James Kimmel Jr.
Today’s guest is James Kimmel Jr., a former litigator of 20 years, currently Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Yale school of Medicine and Author of the book we discuss today called The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World’s Deadliest Addiction—and How to Overcome It (2025). Here’s the question: What if revenge actually works like a drug—lighting up the brain’s reward system and keeping us stuck in cravings for payback? In this episode we talk about the neuroscience of revenge and why it can become compulsive, engaging similar reward pathways to those associated with craving and addiction. James tells the personal story that launched his life’s work—years of bullying, a devastating loss, and a split-second decision that changed everything. We explore how grievances fuel rumination, how self-control can get hijacked under stress, and what it takes to break the cycle. If you’ve ever replayed an old hurt or struggled to let go, this conversation offers a fresh, brain-based roadmap toward healing—including how forgiveness may just be one of the most underused tools for healing and freedom. Resource: https://www.jameskimmeljr.com We hope you’ll check out the muse brain sensing headband at choosemuse.com and use code untangle 15 for your discount. Grateful to our sponsors Quince, Welleco, Fabletica and Strawberry.me. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 12 · 38 min
Rewire Your Brain with Mindfulness and Self-Compassion. With Dr. Shauna Shapiro
Today’s throwback Thursday guest is Dr. Shauna Shapiro. Shauna is a best-selling Author, Professor, Clinical Psychologist, and internationally recognized expert in mindfulness and self-compassion. She has spent two decades studying the benefits of mindfulness and compassion, publishing over 150 papers and three critically acclaimed books. Her TEDx Talk, What You Practice Grows Stronger, has been viewed over 3 million times, and this concept is key to her philosophy. Her book, Good Morning, I love you encompasses the full range of practices that help us to grow both our meditation and compassion practices. I think you’ll find it interesting to learn how she decided to name her book. Now, onto Shauna. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 10 · 46 min
The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop. With Judson Brewer
Today’s Encore episode is with Judson Brewer, a Psychiatrist, Neuroscientist and Author who specializes in the field of mindfulness and addiction. He is widely recognized for his work on understanding the mechanisms of craving and developing effective strategies to overcome addictive behaviors. One of his notable contributions is his research on the "Hunger Habit." He discussed this in his book, The Hunger Habit: Why We Eat When We're Not Hungry and How to Stop. The Hunger Habit is a concept that explores the parallels between overeating and other forms of addiction. Brewer's research suggests that the root cause of many addictive behaviors, including overeating, lies in the craving and reward-based learning processes of the brain. Brewer's approach to breaking the Hunger Habit revolves around mindfulness. He believes that by bringing mindful awareness to our eating behaviors, we can develop a deeper understanding of our cravings and make more conscious choices. Mindfulness allows us to observe our thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations without judgment, enabling us to break the automatic and unconscious patterns of overeating. Overall, Judson Brewer is known for bridging the fields of mindfulness, neuroscience, and addiction, offering a unique perspective on breaking free from addictive patterns and fostering behavioral change through these mindfulness-based interventions. Want more from Judson? Go to drjud.com. Get the EatRightNow app at the App Store. Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio. Transform your brain's potential with 15% of Muse. Use code UNTANGLE15 at checkout or visit choosemuse.com/UNTANGLE15. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
March 5 · 36 min
Ever Feel "Not Good Enough" and Want to Stop that Inner Voice? With Mark Coleman
Welcome to Untangle, Throwback Thursday. Each week, along with our regular weekly interview, we’ll be releasing an additional encore from our early days. These are some real gems and we hope you like them. Today's encore is with Mark Coleman, Mindfulness Teacher and Author of "Make Peace with Your Mind." He shares how mindfulness and compassion can free us from our inner critic--the one that blasts us with messages that "we’re not good enough." Mark shows us, with wisdom and humour, how we can quell that inner voice and stop beating ourselves up--for good! Check out Muse at choosemuse.com. Use code Untangle15 for your discount. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
February 26 · 26 min
Why We Always Need a Little (maybe a lot) Self-Compassion. With Kristin Neff
Welcome to Untangle, Throwback Thursday. Each week, along with our regular weekly interview, we’ll be releasing an additional encore from our early days. These are some real gems and we hope you like them. This week it’s one of our favorite guests, Kristin Neff. Kristin is the author of "Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself", and is a pioneer in the field of self-compassion. She teaches several courses, including one with Brene Brown that examines why we’re always our toughest critic. Kristen gives us tools to be kinder to ourselves and teaches us why this is so important. Check out Muse at choosemuse.com. Use code Untangle15 for your discount. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
February 24 · 40 min
Does Fear Run the Show for You? Here's How to Change This. With Guryan Tighe
Our guest today is Guryan Tighe, Coach and Author of the book Unmasking Fear, How Fears are our Gateways to Freedom. She refers to herself as a Fear Technician and gives us a great definition of what this is. She poses the question "what if fear isn’t the enemy?" What if, instead, it’s important information and an invitation to better understand ourselves. She gives us a practical look at why fear runs the show for so many of us, and how to change that. She unpacks the somatic nature of fear, why our nervous systems can treat “little fears” like “big fears,” and how our protective patterns get wired over time. She shares how to approach our inner critic (She named hers “Gretchen”), how to separate intuition from fear, and why courage is often just fear properly directed. This episode is packed with tools, reframes, and real-world examples to help you meet fear with curiosity instead of avoidance, and return to what matters most. Resource: Fourage.io. Special thanks to our advertisers: Quince, Strawberry.me, Fabletics, Wellco. Check out the Muse Brain Sensing Headband at choosemuse.com. Use Untangle15 for your discount. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
February 20 · 44 min
Oprah’s Life Coach: Finding Purpose, Integrity and Emotional Healing. With Martha Beck
Today’s encore episode is with Martha Beck, a PhD, Harvard-trained sociologist, world-renowned coach and New York Times bestselling author. She has published nine non-fiction books, one novel, and more than 200 magazine articles. She’s also known as Oprah’s Life Coach . Her most recent book, The Way of Integrity, Finding Your Path to Your Your True Self, is an Oprah book club selection and a NY Times best seller. In The Way of Integrity, Beck presents a process that anyone can use to find a sense of purpose, emotional healing, and a way to be free of mental suffering. Much of what plagues us— negative habits and patterns, too much people pleasing, staying in stale relationships or careers— happen because we are out of touch with our true nature. This signals a split from integrity — which very often is unconscious and fueled by cultural norms and traditions that lead us in directions that aren’t, in fact, right for us. Getting back in sync with what is true for us brings us into alignment and this is where we become our best selves. Meditation has been a huge part of her own process in bringing her life into integrity. Resource: marthabeck.com Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio. Transform your brain's potential with 15% of Muse. Use code UNTANGLE15 at checkout or visit choosemuse.com/UNTANGLE15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
February 13 · 36 min
Build a Love that Lasts Using the Science of Positive Psychology. With Suzann Pileggi
Welcome to an encore edition of Untangle in honor of Valentines day. Many of us spend hours in the gym, or reading books on personal growth, or at mindfulness retreats working on getting stronger and healthier emotionally and physically. BUT, when it comes to working on our relationships, we simply HOPE that our feelings about our romantic partner will magically freeze in that exciting cocoon of the first year we’re together. Suzann Pileggi, co-author of "Happy Together: Using the Science of Positive Psychology to Build Love that Lasts," shares what it takes to really grow and deepen love. She provides insights on the connection between our overall happiness and our most important relationships. Check out Suzann's website at www.buildhappytogether.com. As always, we’re Untangle, the podcast from Muse, the brain sensing headband dedicated to unlocking your brains potential AND Meditation Studio the five star app. Unlock 30 days of Meditation Studio for free at choosemuse.com/meditationstudio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
February 10 · 55 min
Tapping into the Unknown. Exploring What We Can’t See. (If you like the Telepathy Tapes, you’ll LOVE this). Suzanne Giesemann
Today we’re joined by someone whose life journey challenges everything we think we know about reality, consciousness, and what happens after we die. My guest is Suzanne Giesemann, a former U.S. Navy Commander and aide to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff—someone who once lived firmly in a left-brained, evidence-driven world. After the sudden and tragic loss of her stepdaughter, Suzanne experienced a profound shift that led her to explore the nature of consciousness and the afterlife. What began as personal grief turned into a mission that has since helped millions find healing, meaning, and peace. Today, Suzanne is an evidence-based Medium, Spiritual Teacher, and Author who bridges the gap between science, spirituality, and personal experience. In this conversation, we explore what mediumship really is, how consciousness extends beyond the physical body, and how connecting with loved ones—and with a deeper sense of awareness—can transform grief into growth. Whether you’re a believer, a skeptic, or simply curious, this episode invites you to question reality and open yourself to the possibility that we are far more than we imagine. If you like the Telepathy Tapes, you’ll love this conversation. As always, we’re untangle, the podcast from Muse the brain sensing headband designed to train your brain and help you find more focus. Use code untangle 15 to get your discount. Resource: https://suzannegiesemann.com/ Thanks, as always, to our favorite sponsors, Quince, Rula and Strawberry.me See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.