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Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Release Date: 02/12/2025

When Should You Trust a Machine With Your Life?

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Could AI robots be better at diagnosing you than your actual doctor? Healthcare AI sounds promising until you realize it can't tell the difference between your seasonal allergies and that weird parasite crawling up places it shouldn't be. We sit down with an actual MD, Dr. Ajit Barron-Dhillon, to discuss the terrifying reality of AI in healthcare, why digital diagnosis might make us dumber, and how insurance companies could weaponize medical AI to deny you even more coverage. Three main benefits from this episode: Learn the real limitations of AI in medical diagnosis and when you should still...

How To Prepare For When Your AI Girlfriend Dumps You

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

My productivity hack: Use my code FITMESS20 for 20% off #magicmind ---- Our addiction to digital validation has birthed the most dangerous relationship trend yet: AI partners that never judge, always listen, and threaten to erase what makes human connections valuable. In this raw conversation, we explore how AI companions exploit our craving to be seen and accepted without the messy work of real relationships. Discover why this technological "advancement" might be the fast-food version of intimacy we crave but don't need. Listen now before your AI bestie decides humanity's too boring to stick...

How To Question AI Like a Critical Thinker

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

My productivity hack: Use my code FITMESS40 to get 40% off your Magc Mind subscription (available only for the first 10 orders) --- Can AI's ability to shortcut learning destroy our capacity for critical thinking? As AI tools become more powerful and conversational, many worry we're outsourcing our thinking and learning processes to machines that can't truly understand context or verify accuracy. This fear is especially common among younger tech-savvy generations who already distrust online information. In this episode, discover how to approach AI as a tool rather than a replacement for...

Why AI Therapists Might Actually Help Your Mental Health (And Where They Fall Short)

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Are your mental health issues trapped between therapy appointments? When I hit a rough patch, I turned to AI for therapy out of desperation, and was genuinely shocked by the results. The AI asked me introspective questions identical to what my human therapist uses, but went further by offering specific suggestions my therapist couldn't provide. In this episode, we explore the surprising benefits and legitimate concerns of using AI for mental wellness. You'll discover how these tools can organize your scattered thoughts, provide actionable steps for improvement, and serve as a valuable bridge...

You Are Already Addicted to AI...So Now What?

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Ever been uncomfortable using your own brain because AI could do it faster? Jeremy and Jason dive into the unsettling reality of our growing dependency on artificial intelligence. While these tools save us hours of work, they're rewiring our brains to crave the easy dopamine hits that come from outsourcing our thinking. The guys explore how this addiction isn't just about convenience—it's systematically changing how we interact with the world, potentially making us more isolated, less creative, and prime targets for manipulation. But there's hope if we can redirect our "saved time" toward...

How to Leverage AI for Better Work-Life Balance

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

FITMESS20 gets you up to 48% off your first subscription for the next 10 days or 20% off for a one-time purchase.#magicmind #mentalperformance #productivityhacks ---- Are you struggling to keep up with your daily tasks while everyone else seems to be getting ahead with AI tools? Staying productive isn't just about working harder—it's about working smarter with the right tools. In this episode we share our real-world experiences using AI to streamline everything from workout planning to vacation scheduling, showing you exactly how to leverage these powerful tools without losing your...

How Global Trade Wars Hurt Your Mental Health

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

The looming trade wars and AI revolution aren't just abstract economic concepts – they're about to hit your wallet, stress levels, and daily life harder than most realize. From skyrocketing prices on everything from guacamole to therapy apps, to job cuts as companies prioritize AI over humans despite higher implementation costs, this crisis will affect your physical and mental health in tangible ways. Discover how to prepare your lifestyle, mindset, and budget now before the economic pain becomes unbearable, and learn why getting ahead of these changes might actually improve your quality of...

Why Doctors Using AI Might Be Hazardous to Your Health

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Does your doctor seem more focused on their screen than on you? Two-thirds of physicians are now using AI for everything from billing to diagnosis - but here's the kicker - only 38% actually trust the technology. This brewing healthcare disaster isn't just about robots taking doctors' jobs; it's about who's accountable when AI makes a potentially life-altering mistake with your medical information, and why insurance companies are salivating at the thought of using algorithms to deny your claims even faster. Listen as Jeremy, Jason, and Zach dive into the alarming rise of AI in...

How Pattern Interruption Fights Depressive Episodes

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Depression hits like an unexpected storm, leaving you frozen in place and disconnected from everything that matters. In this raw, unfiltered episode, I share my recent battle with depression alongside helping a friend through their own darkness. I reveal what works for me through personal stories and actionable strategies when nothing seems to help. Whether it's cold plunges, gym sessions, or simply having someone who gets it, discover how to maintain forward momentum even when depression tries to keep you still. Topics Discussed: The paralyzing grip of depression and how it creates a feeling...

How To Embrace Change Without Losing Your Mind

Fit Mess: Health, Wellness, and Mindset in the Age of AI

Get your Magic Mind here: You get 20% for one time purchase and up to 48% off for subscriptions with my code: FITMESS20 ---- Ever feel like you're banging your head against a wall trying to make something work that clearly isn't? Yeah, we've been there. In this episode, we're ripping off the band-aid and introducing some major changes to The Fit Mess, because when life gives you lemons, sometimes you need to throw them back and try oranges instead. Join hosts Jeremy, Joe Villegas, and Jason Haworth as they dive into why change is necessary, how to embrace it, and why AI might be...

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What if your fitness tracker is secretly working against you?

With the increasing prevalence of health tracking devices, your personal health data could be vulnerable to misuse by insurance companies, tech companies, and other entities looking to profit from your information.

In this episode, you'll learn crucial strategies for protecting your personal health data, discover the hidden risks in popular fitness tracking devices, and understand how to maintain privacy without sacrificing the benefits of modern health technology.

Join cybersecurity expert Jason Haworth for an eye-opening conversation about securing your digital health footprint.

Topics Discussed:

The true cost of "free" health tracking apps
How insurance companies might use fitness data
Multi-factor authentication importance
Data collection and anonymization
Tech companies' relationship with politicians
Privacy settings and data protection
Identity protection services
Password security best practices
Health data aggregation
Future implications of health tracking

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