Episode 215: The Surprising Neuroscience of Manifestation w/ Dr. James R. Doty
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Release Date: 07/23/2024
Episode 248: What to Let Go of in 2026
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: If you’re heading into 2026 feeling a little stretched thin—like you’re carrying too much, trying too hard, or overthinking every next step—this episode is for you. Today’s conversation is all about release, not in a dramatic “new year, new you” way, but in a practical, gentle, real-life way. Because sometimes the most supportive thing you can do for your health, your energy, and your goals… is let go of the habits, beliefs, and pressures that quietly drain you. We’re talking about perfectionism, comparison, guilt around rest, the all-or-nothing mindset,...
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Episode 247: Harnessing the Power of the Unfocused Mind w/ Dr. Srini Pillay
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Try the ReuLay app for mindset shifts (); email for a free 3-month subscription 👉In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living Podcast, host Jess Cording interviews Dr. Srini Pillay, a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and executive coach, about harnessing brain science for better focus, overcoming fear, managing stress, and integrating creativity into daily life. They explore strategies like strategic unfocus (napping, doodling, daydreaming) to boost productivity, the CIRCA method (Chunking, Ignore mental chatter, Reality check, Control check, Attention shift) for...
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Episode 246: Empowering Women’s Sleep w/ Jackie Hutson from Piper & Mint PJS
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out Piper & Mint PJs on 👉 Jackie Hutson is a wife, mom to two energetic, sports-loving boys, and a founder who seems to live life in motion—in all the best ways. She plays in a competitive tennis league, loves diving into business and entrepreneurship, and brings an easy, grounded optimism into everything she does. Her entrepreneurial spark lit up early: at age 11, she made $5,000 selling Beanie Babies. Since then, she’s launched several product-based businesses, including an accessory line created while studying abroad in Italy. After college, Jackie built...
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Episode 245: Holiday Metabolism
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description In this solo episode, we’re unpacking what really happens to your metabolism during the holidays and why it’s not as dramatic or disastrous as the internet makes it seem. Instead of stressing over travel, late nights, celebrations, and all the festive food, we’ll look at how small, doable habits can help you feel steady, nourished, and grounded through the season. You’ll get a clearer understanding of how sleep, stress, movement, and nutrition influence your energy, along with realistic ways to support yourself without giving up the joy of the holidays. No...
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Episode 244: Transform Your Health with Functional Fitness | Jess Cording x Dr. Jessica Shepherd & Rachel Katzman
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out Pvolve at 👉 In this episode of Drama Free Healthy Living, host Jess Cording interviews Dr. Jessica Shepherd and Rachel Katzman about the innovative approaches in women's fitness today. They explore the benefits of functional fitness for improving posture, reducing back pain, and boosting energy. Dr. Shepherd shares her personal journey with functional fitness and how it transformed her physical health and mindset. The conversation highlights the importance of finding balanced fitness routines that not only change appearances but also enhance overall well-being...
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Episode 243: Solo Episode Easy Breakfasts to Support Healthy Metabolism
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description In this solo episode, I dive into why a nourishing breakfast does so much more than just “start your day.” It helps stabilize blood sugar, support hormone balance, and fuel your metabolism—especially for women over 35. If you’ve ever skipped breakfast or relied on a granola bar and coffee to get by, this episode will help you rethink what your mornings can look like. You’ll learn what to eat (and why) to keep your energy steady, your mood balanced, and your body supported. From easy make-ahead ideas like overnight oats and smoothies to savory options like veggie...
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Episode 242: Unmasking High-Functioning Depression w/ Dr. Judith Joseph, MD, MBA
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
📌Make sure to check out the book 👉 Judith Joseph, MD, MBA, is a Columbia-trained psychiatrist and the founder of and chief investigator at Manhattan Behavioral Medicine, New York City’s premier clinical research site, a clinical assistant professor in child and adolescent psychiatry at NYU Langone Medical Center in Manhattan, and chairwoman of the Women in Medicine Board at Columbia University’s Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Judith Joseph was awarded by the US House of Representatives with a 2023 Congress Proclamation Award for her social media advocacy and...
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Episode 241: My Life Lately: Fall 2025 Update
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: It’s been a while since I’ve done a solo episode, and this felt like the right moment to sit down and share a little life update. A lot has changed for me this year — some of it amazing, some of it challenging, and plenty of it somewhere in between. In this episode, I’m talking about what day-to-day life looks like right now, how I’m finding my footing in a new season, and the little shifts that are making a big difference. Think of this as us catching up over coffee — honest, a little messy at times, and hopefully a reminder that none of us have it all figured...
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Re-Release Episode 206: What To Eat When You’re Exhausted
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: You know those days when you wake up tired, and before you know it, you’re reaching for coffee, donuts, chips, anything to keep going? You’re not imagining it—and you’re definitely not lacking willpower. When you’re running on empty, there are real changes happening in your body that make cravings stronger and energy harder to manage. In this episode, we’ll unpack what’s really going on when exhaustion hits, why your body asks for quick fixes, and how to work with those signals instead of feeling like you’re fighting against them. I’ll share practical...
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Re-Release Episode 137: Little Game Changers: Hanger Management
Drama-Free Healthy Living With Jess Cording
Episode Description: In this solo episode of The Drama-Free Healthy Living Podcast, we’re talking about something we’ve all dealt with but don’t always know how to manage: hanger — that fiery mix of hunger and irritability that can completely throw off your day. I’m sharing some of my favorite tools from my book, The Little Book of Game Changers: 50 Healthy Habits for Managing Stress & Anxiety, to help you understand what’s really going on in your body and why your mood, energy, and focus can take a hit when you go too long without eating or lean on foods that don’t keep you...
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📌Make sure to check out James’ mental health app Happi here: happi.ai
In this episode of the Drama Free Healthy Living podcast, host Jess Cording interviews Dr. James R. Doty, a professor of neurosurgery at Stanford University and founder of the Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE).
Dr. Doty, also a New York Times bestselling author, discusses his insights on the neuroscience of manifestation and the misconceptions surrounding it. They delve into the physiological impacts of intentional and unintentional manifestation, the importance of compassion in enhancing manifestation abilities, and the role of self-awareness and emotion regulation.
Dr. Doty shares personal anecdotes, including his transformative experience from a challenging childhood to achieving material success yet finding true fulfilment in being of service to others. They also touch on systemic issues in healthcare, the benefits of compassion in clinical practice, and innovative mental health solutions being developed by Dr. Doty.
🖋️ Some key points
(01:49) Discussion on Manifestation
(07:38) Personal Stories and Reflections
(19:54) Understanding Unintentional Manifestation
(23:04) The Science Behind Manifestation
(29:46) The Influencer Culture Crisis
(31:00) The Power of Authenticity
(31:48) Energy and Its Impact
(34:26) Compassion in Healthcare
(41:07) The Reality of Physician Burnout
(48:38) Manifesting a Healthier Life
(51:09) The Importance of Gratitude
(51:32) Final Thoughts and Resources
James R. Doty BIO
James R. Doty, M.D., FACS, FICS, FAANS is a renowned American neurosurgeon, neuroscientist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He retired as a distinguished professor of neurosurgery in 2020 having been affiliated with Stanford University since 1997.
🌎 Connect with James Doty
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jamesrdotymd/?hl=en
ccare.stanford.edu
Homepage and books: jamesrdotymd.com
Mental health app happi.ai (currently being tested)
🎤 Podcast post-production EZPZ Podcasting.